Peterborough United fans on season ticket refund plans: ‘The root of all evil, being held hostage, support your club in tough times’

Peterborough United’s plans of how to refund 2020-21 season ticket holders drew praise and criticism.
Posh co-owners from left, Darragh MacAnthony, Stewart 'Randy' Thompson and Dr Jason Neale.Posh co-owners from left, Darragh MacAnthony, Stewart 'Randy' Thompson and Dr Jason Neale.
Posh co-owners from left, Darragh MacAnthony, Stewart 'Randy' Thompson and Dr Jason Neale.

The club offered three options which can be seen here

A PT poll on Twitter attracted 300 replies of which 56% went for option two, 13% preferred option 3 and 9% favoured option one. The rest were unsure.

A selection of comments to @PTAlanSwann on Twitter.

on the club’s season ticket refund options.

All comments to @PTAlanSwann on Twitter...

I’ve chosen option 2, but I suggest a chat with the owners about those who are struggling financially and will either not take money they really need or take it, but feel penalised for doing so. Club in a difficult position, but not compared to those struggling to eat.

@nonecksomesense

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With 3 season tickets in the family, it is a lot to ‘gift’. Did so on last season’s money, but it appears I am the root of evil if I want it back this year.

@ColinHopkins70

Holding us to ransom if we want our money back. It’s ridiculous. We should all be given a refund for the games we miss and put in a random ballot for leftover games as to who can go. One of my family members only just received their refund from last year a few weeks back after practically begging for it. Other clubs have already issued refunds and we have three wealthy owners compared to the rest.

@callumdolby

Already chosen option 2. Support the club in these tough times if you are able.

@ianstimson1

Seems like a punishment if you want your money back. I would have suggested an option 4 of keeping the money and allowing people in the ground or giving them iFollow for the rest of the season. Then any money left gets taken off next season’s price.

@garryclark1984

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Option 2 for me all day with the new stadium priorities. I don’t do friendlies as the season in general takes up enough of my year home and away etc.

@BULLY1934

Option 2 for me in the hope that come the 16th the government see sense and move South Kesteven to tier 2.

@Fladger69

Option 2, however surely long term season ticket holders should have priority for seats in new stadium anyway? The push for the Academy contradicts us paying £1m for Sammie Szmodics.

@Deedz42

Commercially the club has always been a shambles. None of this should have been released until all owners agreed on a package for season ticket holders.

@ChrisCook1979

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Option 1 for me, but I respect everyone’s choice. Great options from the club to ensure it covers all financial circumstances.

@buckrodgersposh

The guarantee of new ground seat selection in option 2 risks splitting many who have sat together for donkey’s years. That’s something that didn’t need to be offered & smacks a bit like corporate thinking rather than considering the outcome and what it can mean for the fans.

@Fig428

Fans are making many sacrifices and some fans will not have a choice due to job losses, furlough etc. Will players be making sacrificesin these testing times?

@Tomo40Posh

Option 3 is basically a punishment. You will be last to be allowed back in, you will pay top rate for next 4 years, but you’re not getting a full refund in case you’re required later in the season, and finally you go to the back of the queue when new stadium arrives.

@poshpanther

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As I live in tier 3 and donated last year’s money, I am going for option 3 as I won’t be allowed to attend games or go into a ballot. My colleagues all live in tier 2, but they are also taking option 3 as they are elderly and don’t want to go.

@BrianSwann1

For 3 wealthy businessmen...one of whom has just taken a luxury holiday in Dubai there should be only one option presented...a refund pure and simple. Some individuals have purchased 3, 4, 5 or even six tickets for their family...this refund would help all season ticket holders and show good will.

@Poshpop1

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