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11-10-2023, 08:55 PM
USA_Hibee

How are ticket sales?

Wish I could go but it's a little far sadly.
12-10-2023, 07:10 AM
IanM

Bump

4000 sold
12-10-2023, 07:41 AM
DaveF

4001 as just bought mine. Come on folks, get along and see some of those 2016 heroes 🇳🇬
12-10-2023, 10:22 AM
TheHibernator

If you are able to, you should really go. How can we get approx 200k on the streets for the parade but can barely fill a stand for the man who won the cup? Disappointing uptake so far but I expect a good few more sales between now and Sunday, walk ups etc.

If anyone deserves a testimonial its Davie Gray.
12-10-2023, 12:20 PM
h1bs4life

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteveHFC

Manchester United XI:

Luke Steele
Danny Simpson
Phil Bardsley
Wes Brown
John Rankin
Alex Bruce
Adam Eckersley
Darron Gibson
Michael Stewart
Febian Brandy
Danny Drinkwater
Ravel Morrison
Danny Galbraith
Chris Eagles
Rod Thornley
Eddie Johnson
Darren Fletcher

Manager: Brian McClair

Hibernian XI:

Conrad Logan
David Gray
Darren McGregor
Efe Ambrose
Steven Whittaker
Marvin Bartley
Scott Brown
Fraser Fyvie
Liam Craig
Danny Swanson
Scott Allan
Grant Holt
James Keatings
Brian McLean

Player/Coach: Nick Montgomery

Hopefully we will sell a few more before Sunday, wouldn’t have mattered who was playing would still be there
Looking forward to seeing what both teams can produce but especially looking forward to seeing SDG , big Conrad , Daz , Marv , Fyvie and Keatings all who played there part in the Scottish Cup run.
,
12-10-2023, 12:39 PM
Itsnoteasy

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anthony Soprano

If you are able to, you should really go. How can we get approx 200k on the streets for the parade but can barely fill a stand for the man who won the cup? Disappointing uptake so far but I expect a good few more sales between now and Sunday, walk ups etc.

If anyone deserves a testimonial its Davie Gray.

You could say the same for not selling out the stadium every week, with the estimated 200000 that lined the streets.
12-10-2023, 01:07 PM
overdrive

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoboHarry

Pretty sure he played for Man Utd at early in his career just like Michael Stewart though I don't think he played for the first team whilst Stewart did.

Interesting that of the players who "played" for both clubs there is one that has actually appeared for Man Utd's first team but didn't make an appearance for Hibs.
12-10-2023, 04:03 PM
007

Quote:

Originally Posted by h1bs4life

Hopefully we will sell a few more before Sunday, wouldn’t have mattered who was playing would still be there
Looking forward to seeing what both teams can produce but especially looking forward to seeing SDG , big Conrad , Daz , Marv , Fyvie and Keatings all who played there part in the Scottish Cup run.
,

Plus 3 2007 League Cup winners in Whittaker, Brown and Michael Stewart.
12-10-2023, 04:43 PM
Onion

Quote:

Originally Posted by IanM

Bump

4000 sold

Shocking number. Hopefully, before Sunday, fans reflect back on that day, the immense performance of David Gray and what it all meant to them and the whole Hibs family and that they choose to go last minute. SDG deserves his day in the sun for that one performance alone.
12-10-2023, 04:53 PM
04Sauzee

Quote:

Originally Posted by IanM

Bump

4000 sold

Bought 3 this afternoon. Still think it will pick up a bit , hopefully those who can make it will turn up to support a guy who was key in winning us the cup and giving many of us our best ever day outwith the birth of children etc and ruined Hearts song book.
12-10-2023, 04:55 PM
HUTCHYHIBBY

Quote:

Originally Posted by 04Sauzee

Bought 3 this afternoon. Still think it will pick up a bit , hopefully those who can make it will turn up to support a guy who was key in winning us the cup and giving many of us our best ever day outwith the birth of children etc and ruined Hearts song book.

Indeed, it's a tad odd.
12-10-2023, 05:04 PM
Rumble de Thump

Quote:

Originally Posted by wookie70

I know he has been here 9 years

So, this being his 10th season and testimonial year, is why it's happening. Although he's not been a player in all that time, he's been a cup winning captain, coach, and caretaker manager three times. It's a lot more than most people who get testimonials have done. Anyway, the tickets are pretty cheap and it should be a good day out. I'm sure everyone who goes along will have a great time.
12-10-2023, 05:37 PM
cabbageandribs1875

Quote:

Originally Posted by tricky

Thanks a lot everyone for the support with tickets sorry not replied to everyone individually yet but I will, been away for a couple of days.
Robbie

i'm about to donate two but unfortunately to use that digital thing i have to have either Google pay or Apple wallet, neither of which i am interested in signing up for, not even as a one-off

is their another way to even donate the £20 to you, paypal maybe ? i'd rather two folk could go to the game instead of just a donation
12-10-2023, 06:46 PM
wookie70

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rumble de Thump

So, this being his 10th season and testimonial year, is why it's happening. Although he's not been a player in all that time, he's been a cup winning captain, coach, and caretaker manager three times. It's a lot more than most people who get testimonials have done. Anyway, the tickets are pretty cheap and it should be a good day out. I'm sure everyone who goes along will have a great time.

I hope and presume he will be here next year. Testimonial typically take place after 10 years at a club. Lewis and Paul both waited the 10 years it just seems odd that SDG is having a mid season testimonial before it would be traditionally held.
12-10-2023, 07:06 PM
Tambo

Quote:

Originally Posted by Since452

https://youtu.be/ZgUYlLCW0LE?si=GPXgNsz2CwuTNc_X

Can't help but always being really impressed listening to Darren Fletcher.

That was a good watch 👍 interesting on the fish comments, maybe we can get a few more players in the future from United.
12-10-2023, 07:08 PM
Tambo

I understand some people can't make it but if you can please go along for SDG.

As many have said he scored the winner in a Scottish final for Hibs, I never thought I would see the day never mind with my father.
12-10-2023, 09:37 PM
linlithgowhibbie

Three more bought tonight!:thumbsup:
13-10-2023, 12:24 AM
Unseen work

I think it’s a good selection of players for both teams

United have some big names in their team and those that have played at a really high level.

The Hibs team is brilliant too and contains a lot of favourites!

I also look forward to seeing Ravel Morrison as I fully expect us to sign him after he rips it up 🤣
13-10-2023, 07:41 AM
tricky

Quote:

Originally Posted by cabbageandribs1875

i'm about to donate two but unfortunately to use that digital thing i have to have either Google pay or Apple wallet, neither of which i am interested in signing up for, not even as a one-off

is their another way to even donate the £20 to you, paypal maybe ? i'd rather two folk could go to the game instead of just a donation

Should be able to send print at home tickets without apple wallet etc?
13-10-2023, 07:47 AM
He's here!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rumble de Thump

So, this being his 10th season and testimonial year, is why it's happening. Although he's not been a player in all that time, he's been a cup winning captain, coach, and caretaker manager three times. It's a lot more than most people who get testimonials have done. Anyway, the tickets are pretty cheap and it should be a good day out. I'm sure everyone who goes along will have a great time.

Absolutely. He's given his all for Hibs, has been a wonderful ambassador for the club and deserves this recognition IMO. Surprised anyone's quibbling about it.

With fans left kicking their heels by the international break it's also a great opportunity for a well-priced family day out at the football.
13-10-2023, 08:01 AM
EHZERO7

Quote:

Originally Posted by He's here!

Absolutely. He's given his all for Hibs, has been a wonderful ambassador for the club and deserves this recognition IMO. Surprised anyone's quibbling about it.

With fans left kicking their heels by the international break it's also a great opportunity for a well-priced family day out at the football.

100% 👍🇳🇬💚
13-10-2023, 08:12 AM
S4uzee

It’s surprising as if a player ever deserved a sell out it’s SDG
13-10-2023, 08:16 AM
Jones28

It will my sons first game and my daughters second so I for one am really looking forward to it.
13-10-2023, 09:48 AM
LaMotta

Just bought 4 tickets in the east!
13-10-2023, 10:34 AM
Frazerbob

I’ll be going but haven’t bought my ticket yet. Most of my crowd, who would all normally go to this, are away for the Scotland double header.
13-10-2023, 11:30 AM
Blaster

Yeah can’t make it either as away on holiday from tomorrow. Hopefully gets a decent crowd
13-10-2023, 11:32 AM
Donegal Hibby

SDG on the Hibees Buzz.
https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/articl...e-hibee-buzz-1
13-10-2023, 03:59 PM
Hibby Gav

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donegal Hibby

SDG on the Hibees Buzz.
https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/articl...e-hibee-buzz-1

great insight to our Cup winning Captain…

looking forward to Sunday :not worth:flag:
13-10-2023, 04:05 PM
Donegal Hibby

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hibby Gav

great insight to our Cup winning Captain…

looking forward to Sunday :not worth:flag:

SDG spoke very well ,seems a really humble guy too . Not that I'm in any rush for Monty to go though I think SDG could very well be a good choice to take over from Monty .
13-10-2023, 04:38 PM
Northernhibee

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donegal Hibby

SDG spoke very well ,seems a really humble guy too . Not that I'm in any rush for Monty to go though I think SDG could very well be a good choice to take over from Monty .

Would be my first pick.
13-10-2023, 06:53 PM
cabbageandribs1875

Quote:

Originally Posted by tricky

Should be able to send print at home tickets without apple wallet etc?

just e-mailed the PDF mate, two adult tickets section 38

hopefully :rolleyes:
13-10-2023, 07:30 PM
DaveF

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donegal Hibby

SDG on the Hibees Buzz.
https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/articl...e-hibee-buzz-1

A great watch. I'll never, ever tire of listening to him talk about that goal. Was fortunate enough to be at HTC not long after the cup win for a .net Q and A with SDG and McGregor and was totally starstruck.
13-10-2023, 07:56 PM
Onion

From BBC ......

“It was the greatest moment of my football career if not my life. I remember I was breathing heavily at that point. I was absolutely knackered because I’d done a bit of pressing just before it.

“It was the 91st minute, we won the ball back for a throw-in at half way, threw it quickly so we broke and then I remember thinking ‘can you get up for this corner here?’
“But I do remember vividly walking up and setting it up because we had talked about how big an opportunity set pieces were. Rangers had lost a lot of goals and we had boys that were willing to go and put their head on it.
“With Hendo just coming on and his delivery, as soon as the ball left Hendo’s foot I knew I was getting it. It took quite a bit of time to come in but when I watch it back. I actually think they should do better. I don’t think I should get it. The defender should clear it. But as soon as I got my head on it I knew the contact was good and that I had scored.
“From there I think I did six celebrations in one! I just ran away and the thing I do remember is referee Steven McLean apologising to me and saying ‘sorry I need to book you’.
“I was like, ‘no problem!’ You can see I don’t really know what I’m doing. I remember looking at the advertising board thinking ‘I’m not getting over that’ so I kept running to a gap in the corner. I was like a horse out the stable!
“I saw someone in the crowd and just ran to them. I don’t know why. I had never scored a goal since I went to Hibs so I hadn’t thought about what I was going to do. I never touched the ball again in the game. I’ll be forever grateful for the opportunity to be part of that occasion.”

I remember Hibs fans hopefully holding up a "Time for Heroes" banner before kick off.

David Gray heard the call and became that Hero.

Get along to Easter Road on Sunday. It's pay back time.
13-10-2023, 08:07 PM
tricky

Quote:

Originally Posted by cabbageandribs1875

just e-mailed the PDF mate, two adult tickets section 38
hopefully :rolleyes:

Hi mate

Can’t see any emails tonight?
Robbie
13-10-2023, 08:09 PM
tricky

Great response to ticket appeal, 130 tickets distributed so far, could still use another 10 or so if anyone feels like contributing, thanks everyone
GGTTH
We were there 21.05.16
14-10-2023, 07:03 AM
hibbydog

Quote:

Originally Posted by Onion

From BBC ......

“It was the greatest moment of my football career if not my life. I remember I was breathing heavily at that point. I was absolutely knackered because I’d done a bit of pressing just before it.

“It was the 91st minute, we won the ball back for a throw-in at half way, threw it quickly so we broke and then I remember thinking ‘can you get up for this corner here?’
“But I do remember vividly walking up and setting it up because we had talked about how big an opportunity set pieces were. Rangers had lost a lot of goals and we had boys that were willing to go and put their head on it.
“With Hendo just coming on and his delivery, as soon as the ball left Hendo’s foot I knew I was getting it. It took quite a bit of time to come in but when I watch it back. I actually think they should do better. I don’t think I should get it. The defender should clear it. But as soon as I got my head on it I knew the contact was good and that I had scored.
“From there I think I did six celebrations in one! I just ran away and the thing I do remember is referee Steven McLean apologising to me and saying ‘sorry I need to book you’.
“I was like, ‘no problem!’ You can see I don’t really know what I’m doing. I remember looking at the advertising board thinking ‘I’m not getting over that’ so I kept running to a gap in the corner. I was like a horse out the stable!
“I saw someone in the crowd and just ran to them. I don’t know why. I had never scored a goal since I went to Hibs so I hadn’t thought about what I was going to do. I never touched the ball again in the game. I’ll be forever grateful for the opportunity to be part of that occasion.”

I remember Hibs fans hopefully holding up a "Time for Heroes" banner before kick off.

David Gray heard the call and became that Hero.

Get along to Easter Road on Sunday. It's pay back time.

Currently jumping around the living room having just read that.

Brilliant
14-10-2023, 07:08 AM
Stuart93

Quote:

Originally Posted by Onion

From BBC ......

“It was the greatest moment of my football career if not my life. I remember I was breathing heavily at that point. I was absolutely knackered because I’d done a bit of pressing just before it.

“It was the 91st minute, we won the ball back for a throw-in at half way, threw it quickly so we broke and then I remember thinking ‘can you get up for this corner here?’
“But I do remember vividly walking up and setting it up because we had talked about how big an opportunity set pieces were. Rangers had lost a lot of goals and we had boys that were willing to go and put their head on it.
“With Hendo just coming on and his delivery, as soon as the ball left Hendo’s foot I knew I was getting it. It took quite a bit of time to come in but when I watch it back. I actually think they should do better. I don’t think I should get it. The defender should clear it. But as soon as I got my head on it I knew the contact was good and that I had scored.
“From there I think I did six celebrations in one! I just ran away and the thing I do remember is referee Steven McLean apologising to me and saying ‘sorry I need to book you’.
“I was like, ‘no problem!’ You can see I don’t really know what I’m doing. I remember looking at the advertising board thinking ‘I’m not getting over that’ so I kept running to a gap in the corner. I was like a horse out the stable!
“I saw someone in the crowd and just ran to them. I don’t know why. I had never scored a goal since I went to Hibs so I hadn’t thought about what I was going to do. I never touched the ball again in the game. I’ll be forever grateful for the opportunity to be part of that occasion.”

I remember Hibs fans hopefully holding up a "Time for Heroes" banner before kick off.

David Gray heard the call and became that Hero.

Get along to Easter Road on Sunday. It's pay back time.

Wait, he had scored for us before that goal had he not?
14-10-2023, 07:34 AM
HUTCHYHIBBY

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stuart93

Wait, he had scored for us before that goal had he not?

I found that a bit strange too, how did he forget his strike to open the scoring in the 4-0 v the same opposition? 🤔
14-10-2023, 07:36 AM
B.H.F.C

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stuart93

Wait, he had scored for us before that goal had he not?

I think what is printed in that article is wrong. They’ve copied it from the Hibee Buzz interview and what he actually said was that he hasn’t scored a goal before he signed for Hibs. They actually spent time speaking about his goal at Ibrox.
14-10-2023, 07:42 AM
Since452

Quote:

Originally Posted by Onion

From BBC ......

“It was the greatest moment of my football career if not my life. I remember I was breathing heavily at that point. I was absolutely knackered because I’d done a bit of pressing just before it.

“It was the 91st minute, we won the ball back for a throw-in at half way, threw it quickly so we broke and then I remember thinking ‘can you get up for this corner here?’
“But I do remember vividly walking up and setting it up because we had talked about how big an opportunity set pieces were. Rangers had lost a lot of goals and we had boys that were willing to go and put their head on it.
“With Hendo just coming on and his delivery, as soon as the ball left Hendo’s foot I knew I was getting it. It took quite a bit of time to come in but when I watch it back. I actually think they should do better. I don’t think I should get it. The defender should clear it. But as soon as I got my head on it I knew the contact was good and that I had scored.
“From there I think I did six celebrations in one! I just ran away and the thing I do remember is referee Steven McLean apologising to me and saying ‘sorry I need to book you’.
“I was like, ‘no problem!’ You can see I don’t really know what I’m doing. I remember looking at the advertising board thinking ‘I’m not getting over that’ so I kept running to a gap in the corner. I was like a horse out the stable!
“I saw someone in the crowd and just ran to them. I don’t know why. I had never scored a goal since I went to Hibs so I hadn’t thought about what I was going to do. I never touched the ball again in the game. I’ll be forever grateful for the opportunity to be part of that occasion.”

I remember Hibs fans hopefully holding up a "Time for Heroes" banner before kick off.

David Gray heard the call and became that Hero.

Get along to Easter Road on Sunday. It's pay back time.

Hard to read that without getting emotional...again. What a moment in time. Don't think I'll ever stop feeling that way about it.
14-10-2023, 07:54 AM
Jones28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stuart93

Wait, he had scored for us before that goal had he not?

Yeah he had. They’ve copied it clumsily but his first career goal was at Hibs - I think it was the one against Rangers in the 4-0 at Christmas time.
14-10-2023, 08:18 AM
Hibstrooper

I take it you will be able to buy tickets on the day? I’ve got 7 coming but not got tickets yet
14-10-2023, 08:43 AM
EHZERO7

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jones28

Yeah he had. They’ve copied it clumsily but his first career goal was at Hibs - I think it was the one against Rangers in the 4-0 at Christmas time.

First competitive Hibs goal was at Ibrox 😉🇳🇬
14-10-2023, 08:50 AM
Ringothedog

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hibstrooper

I take it you will be able to buy tickets on the day? I’ve got 7 coming but not got tickets yet

Yes, at the ticket office
14-10-2023, 08:52 AM
BILLYHIBS

Got mine looking forward to it

It was the very least I could do

https://i.ibb.co/6Xd0nMq/IMG-2139.png
14-10-2023, 09:28 AM
Hibstrooper

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ringothedog

Yes, at the ticket office

Cheers
14-10-2023, 10:41 AM
LewysGot2

Hate international weekends. So glad got this tomorrow to look forward too.
14-10-2023, 10:53 AM
Tambo

Nice one Monty for accepting the invitation from SDG to put on the Hibs shirt Sunday.

Glad to see the previous posts with people picking up tickets.
14-10-2023, 02:39 PM
Booked4Being-Ugly

Not got a ticket yet but I’ll be going.

Hopefully people make the effort to go along. If you can’t make it and can afford it you could still buy a ticket in support.
14-10-2023, 03:36 PM
cabbageandribs1875

Quote:

Originally Posted by tricky

Hi mate

Can’t see any emails tonight?
Robbie

is it
[email protected] :dunno: nothing bounced back, just checked and the pdf attachment was included
14-10-2023, 05:29 PM
Hibernian Verse

Does anyone know if a programme is being produced?
14-10-2023, 05:34 PM
BILLYHIBS

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hibernian Verse

Does anyone know if a programme is being produced?

There is one being produced by the Testimonial Committee and will be on sale around the ground before kick off

The Programme Shop will be closed tomorrow
14-10-2023, 06:51 PM
Broken Gnome

Got my three, ticket choice map wasn't a nice sight. Worse than I expected.
14-10-2023, 07:26 PM
CB Hibs 68

Not got a ticket yet but I will be there tomorrow.Hope there are loads like me .
14-10-2023, 11:29 PM
S4uzee

How’s the crowd looking now?
14-10-2023, 11:41 PM
B.H.F.C

Quote:

Originally Posted by S4uzee

How’s the crowd looking now?

Crap. Really, really hope there are a lot of folk just planning on buying on the day so that it ends up respectable.
15-10-2023, 12:40 AM
matty_f

Quote:

Originally Posted by Broken Gnome

I get that testimonials divide attention and some folk wouldn't dream of attending a run of the mill one, but I can't get on board at all questioning whether he deserves one.

It wasn't just the goal, his last ten minutes were near superhuman. If you want to make it about more than just that day, he's stepped in as manager to hold it together through countless shambles, captained us, scored several key goals...

We're also nitpicking over one year, as summer 2024 will mark ten years at the club. He retired without a proper send off as well, and never got one last ovation.

Folk probably right say the cup final has been and gone, but this marks a good last chance to draw a line under the whole thing bar the future 10/25 year anniversaries and what not. Any Hibs legend deserves a testimonial, and I really can't see why David Gray of all people would be begrudged one.

Spot on.
15-10-2023, 07:19 AM
Nakedmanoncrack

Quote:

Originally Posted by B.H.F.C

Crap. Really, really hope there are a lot of folk just planning on buying on the day so that it ends up respectable.

Hibs fans just don't support these sort of kick-abouts in the way some other club's fans do, it must be very disheartening to those organising & participating. Somebody so significant in the club's history should be honoured with a packed stadium, but it was never happening.
15-10-2023, 07:56 AM
Ringothedog

Quote:

Originally Posted by S4uzee

How’s the crowd looking now?

I would say about 4000 including hospitality which is sold out. Hopefully get about 6-7000 as a nice day and the tickets are cheap
15-10-2023, 08:00 AM
Jones28

We’re taking the wee ones today - we will have a backpack with us with water bottles and snacks, I’m guessing they’re not going to take anything off us?
15-10-2023, 08:05 AM
B.H.F.C

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nakedmanoncrack

Hibs fans just don't support these sort of kick-abouts in the way some other club's fans do, it must be very disheartening to those organising & participating. Somebody so significant in the club's history should be honoured with a packed stadium, but it was never happening.

Agree to a point but I don’t think the lack of a packed stadium is just down to fans, it’s the organisation as well which has been pretty crap IMO. Timing is poor with it being during holidays and the game itself holds little appeal. For all it’s only a tenner for a ticket it’s the same week as tickets for Hampden and a home game against Celtic went on sale. It’s not been pushed much either, there will be people out there not even realising it’s on. I’d still have expected/hoped there would have been more and I think it’s really disappointing with who it’s for that it’s looking like a poor attendance.
15-10-2023, 08:08 AM
Hibby Gav

Good morning Hibbies!

a beautiful day for a fun game of footy paying respects to a man that gave me my best day ever in over 50 years of going to watch the Hibs….can’t wait !

please come to Easter road if you can :agree:

:thumbsup::flag::thumbsup::flag::thumbsup:
15-10-2023, 08:12 AM
Brightside

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nakedmanoncrack

Hibs fans just don't support these sort of kick-abouts in the way some other club's fans do, it must be very disheartening to those organising & participating. Somebody so significant in the club's history should be honoured with a packed stadium, but it was never happening.

Very unfair.
15-10-2023, 08:20 AM
easty

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nakedmanoncrack

Hibs fans just don't support these sort of kick-abouts in the way some other club's fans do, it must be very disheartening to those organising & participating. Somebody so significant in the club's history should be honoured with a packed stadium, but it was never happening.

Do other clubs sell these kind of games out? Im not convinced they do.
15-10-2023, 08:25 AM
marinello59

If this was the Hibs first team against an official Manchesrer United Team then we would have been looking at over 10000. It still wouldn’t have sold out. If we have 5000 or more there today that’s actually pretty decent.
I am really looking forward to it. I’m not expecting to see anything close to a serious game but being able to see some of the cup final team playing again makes the journey more than worth while.
15-10-2023, 08:29 AM
Broken Gnome

Quote:

Originally Posted by easty

Do other clubs sell these kind of games out? Im not convinced they do.

I can't think of many Hearts/Aberdeen comparisons, which I guess is the only ones that we can be judged against.

Rangers and Celtic tend to fall over themselves to attend legends game or anything remotely linked to either club, but they're mental.
15-10-2023, 08:30 AM
Allant1981

Quote:

Originally Posted by easty

Do other clubs sell these kind of games out? Im not convinced they do.

Sure Gary locke at hearts testimonial only got about 6000
15-10-2023, 08:35 AM
EHZERO7

1 Attachment(s)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hibernian Verse

Does anyone know if a programme is being produced?

Attachment 27323
15-10-2023, 08:57 AM
JimBHibees

Quote:

Originally Posted by Allant1981

Sure Gary locke at hearts testimonial only got about 6000

Think medals Mackay got abt 3k against a decent Everton team
15-10-2023, 09:05 AM
Roxyhibee

Couldn’t think of a better way of showing my appreciation to the man who scored the most important goal in our clubs history than going along to his testimonial game at our hallowed ground in the sunshine to have a good day out and re live that glorious day.

I really hope the weather at least encourages a higher attendance and there are more than just 4 - 5,000 today.
15-10-2023, 09:31 AM
JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.
15-10-2023, 09:37 AM
Iain G

Quote:

Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

Did you miss the winking smiley off the end of that?

And will there be chips?
15-10-2023, 09:47 AM
easty

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

Embarrassing post. “Hang your head in shame”…good one.

Just you stick on your “I’m a better fan than you” badge and go enjoy yourself.
15-10-2023, 09:57 AM
Scouse Hibee

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

Deary me.
15-10-2023, 10:02 AM
Itsnoteasy

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

Yer talking p15h. Yer forgetting he was working that day, that is what he was paid to do.
15-10-2023, 10:03 AM
supermcginn

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

But weird getting so worked up about folk you don't know or have never met and how they choose to spend their spare time.
15-10-2023, 10:06 AM
Allant1981

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

Yip imagine if he hadn't bothered doing his well paid job! Pish post. There's a lot more to life than a football match despite how popular he is. I know quite a few that aren't going that have spent multiple thousands of pounds watching hibs, home and abroad
15-10-2023, 10:06 AM
JammyDoidger

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Originally Posted by supermcginn

But weird getting so worked up about folk you don't know or have never met and how they choose to spend their spare time.

It just doesn't look very good, that man scored the most important goal in our clubs history and we can't even be bothered to go along and thank him for his services at a tenner. Christ what does a player need to do to get a decent testimonial from us. That goal alone is worth selling out Easter Road to thank him. Fully aware not everyone will view it this way but that's my view on it.
15-10-2023, 10:07 AM
Pretty Boy

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Originally Posted by Jones28

We’re taking the wee ones today - we will have a backpack with us with water bottles and snacks, I’m guessing they’re not going to take anything off us?

Backpack and snacks will be fine. Water bottles are officially a no no but if you stick them at the bottom of the bag you will be fine. The searches are little more than a cursory glance at the top of the bag at a competitive game, I doubt it will even be that today.
15-10-2023, 10:11 AM
Iain G

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

It just doesn't look very good, that man scored the most important goal in our clubs history and we can't even be bothered to go along and thank him for his services at a tenner. Christ what does a player need to do to get a decent testimonial from us. That goal alone is worth selling out Easter Road to thank him. Fully aware not everyone will view it this way but that's my view on it.

We should have organised the other David Gray to come along for a half time show of his greatest hits, may have sold a few more tickets.
15-10-2023, 10:31 AM
Brightside

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

It just doesn't look very good, that man scored the most important goal in our clubs history and we can't even be bothered to go along and thank him for his services at a tenner. Christ what does a player need to do to get a decent testimonial from us. That goal alone is worth selling out Easter Road to thank him. Fully aware not everyone will view it this way but that's my view on it.

You spend half your time slating the club on here. Think a bit more about supporting the team every week eh.
15-10-2023, 10:33 AM
WeeRussell

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

Just when you think someone’s posts can’t get worse.
15-10-2023, 10:41 AM
BILLYHIBS

A tribute to SDG from DI Ray Lennox

https://x.com/dgtestimonial/status/1...562571652?s=61
15-10-2023, 11:01 AM
BoomtownHibees

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Originally Posted by BILLYHIBS

A tribute to SDG from DI Ray Lennox

https://x.com/dgtestimonial/status/1...562571652?s=61

“You deserve it”

Correct
15-10-2023, 11:03 AM
Hibernian Verse

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Originally Posted by BILLYHIBS

There is one being produced by the Testimonial Committee and will be on sale around the ground before kick off

The Programme Shop will be closed tomorrow

Thanks Billy
15-10-2023, 11:52 AM
The Modfather

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

I’m not going today as I simply don’t want to. David Gray or not, watching what will be played like a friendly isn’t something that appeals to me. Going with my wife and daughter to play crazy golf this afternoon instead. Can’t say it even occurred to me to hang my head in shame.
15-10-2023, 12:09 PM
Crunchie

5 of us are going, 4 of which haven't been to a game this season.

That speaks volumes for the man we're going to pay homage to, SDG epitomises the term LEGEND.

He looked down and out at one point and for all the world looked like he'd be going off that famous day, instead he found energy from somewhere and him and Daz drove the team forward from the back and brought us back from the dead. I can't wait to see him in a Hibs strip again.
15-10-2023, 12:21 PM
SteveHFC

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Originally Posted by BILLYHIBS

There is one being produced by the Testimonial Committee and will be on sale around the ground before kick off

The Programme Shop will be closed tomorrow

Didn’t see anyone selling one.
15-10-2023, 12:22 PM
flash

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Originally Posted by Iain G

We should have organised the other David Gray to come along for a half time show of his greatest hits, may have sold a few more tickets.

More likely several would have been returned.
15-10-2023, 12:32 PM
Lago

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

Are you what's called an uber fan, better than all the rest?
15-10-2023, 12:34 PM
oconnors_strip

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Originally Posted by SteveHFC

Didn’t see anyone selling one.

Didn’t see anyone either at entrance up to east stand
15-10-2023, 12:35 PM
LaMotta

Can you drive up Albion Road today or is it blocked off as usual?
15-10-2023, 12:37 PM
.Sean.

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Originally Posted by JammyDoidger

If your not there and you can be there, hang your head in shame, if Sir David Gray had the same can't be arsed attitude as a lot of our support we would still be waiting on a Scottish cup win.

I was planning on going then I was hit with a bill of nearly 700 quid on Friday for my car to get through its mot, I was then was offered a full shift today at work at double time. Should I have called you first to ask if I was allowed to work instead?
15-10-2023, 12:38 PM
OstKurve Hibs

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Originally Posted by LaMotta

Can you drive up Albion Road today or is it blocked off as usual?

Blocked off
15-10-2023, 12:39 PM
Keith_M

So how many tickets have we sold?

A few hundred, or is it more?
15-10-2023, 12:46 PM
keep the faith

Aw man! It's dead.

Imagine not coming to this. I'm so surprised.
15-10-2023, 12:48 PM
OstKurve Hibs

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Originally Posted by Keith_M

So how many tickets have we sold?

A few hundred, or is it more?

Looks more, steady stream still comin in, looked decent numbers outside but still hard t tell really
15-10-2023, 12:50 PM
Gatecrasher

The East starting to fill up a bit now. Steady stream of folk coming in.
15-10-2023, 12:53 PM
B.H.F.C

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Originally Posted by keep the faith

Aw man! It's dead.

Imagine not coming to this. I'm so surprised.

Yep really disappointing.
15-10-2023, 01:00 PM
LaMotta

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Originally Posted by OstKurve Hibs

Blocked off

Ta!

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