A Letter to Patricof

[anamorican]

I was in 238 and spent more of the game trying to get Puto-chanters thrown out than I did watching the game. Definitely an issue, definitely something the security and fan services are aware of, definitely something they don't want to deal with. Have forwarded my complaints to the board of HoO and the "head" of fan services. Absolutely gutless from any one who had the ability to do anything about it today and I'm livid (that's 2 degrees passed pissed) about it still.

 

[Keith Putnam]

Then maybe best to not single out a section for doing something offensive when you admittedly can't identify the specific section engaged in the offensive behavior. We don't do that chant in our section and we're not homophobic. If it was happening in 234, it would be called out.

234 is not in the supporters section. We are the last section in the 2nd bowl with SS to our left.

Edited original post.

 

[kylelovescrayons]

Add me Kyle Birstler 2 tickets 238

 

[Goodfella]

Edited original post.

Thank you. If it happened in 234 it would be addressed, I can assure you.

 

[EganSoccerWords]

people on r/nycfc are saying there was a nazi flag:https://www.reddit.com/r/NYCFC/comments/53aox1/so_is_something_being_done_about_the_nazi_flag/

 

[JayH]

people on r/nycfc are saying there was a nazi flag:https://www.reddit.com/r/NYCFC/comments/53aox1/so_is_something_being_done_about_the_nazi_flag/

I thought those guys were being kept out. If the post is true (who knows) I guess they slither in occasionally.

 

[JayH]

As I mentioned some time ago on the issue, if you see what some of our ignorant "supporters" think about the puto issue on social media, it would be clear that there is a large contingency of morons who won't go easily on this. Embarrassing and sad.

 

[adam]

people on r/nycfc are saying there was a nazi flag:https://www.reddit.com/r/NYCFC/comments/53aox1/so_is_something_being_done_about_the_nazi_flag/

Anyone know if this is it (image from Reddit), there really is no place for it at a NYC sporting event. Really ever, but I wouldn't be as shocked to see it for a team in the backwaters of Eastern Europe where anti-semitism and neo-nazism is still prevelant. Guess it's time to start bringing my Israeli flag back to the stadium and waving it behind the bench. Maybe I can find one of those rainbow Israeli flags and make a 2 for 1 statement.

 

[EganSoccerWords]

There is an Israeli flag in the Supporter Sections.

 

[FootyLovin]

I will compose a follow up, basically expressing what has been said here - that the chant was loud and clear to many again last night.

If any of you have not put your name in yet and would like to be added to the signers, let me know. ( kylelovescrayons I've got you down.)

 

[adam]

I will compose a follow up, basically expressing what has been said here - that the chant was loud and clear to many again last night.

If any of you have not put your name in yet and would like to be added to the signers, let me know. ( kylelovescrayons I've got you down.)

I didn't have a chance. Adam Kramer 2 seasons Sec 103. Thanks

 

[engine46]

Is reddit referring to this- the Third Rail pigeon flag? Based on the photo posted on there and fact the poster couldn't even really tell where where it was, I think they think they saw something that wasn't there.

 

[Keith Putnam]

If any of you have not put your name in yet and would like to be added to the signers, let me know.

Yes, please. Keith Putnam, two seats in sec. 226.

 

[S1ARK5]

There are many of us who feel strongly about the puto chant. Below is a letter I will be sending to President Jon Patricof, co-signed by joe. If anyone else would like to be added to the co-sign, please post below with your name, number of season tickets and section. And of course, any suggestions for the letter are also welcome. Thanks.



September 9, 2016

Dear Jon,

I am a season ticket holder writing you today in hopes you can change a disturbing trend at Yankee Stadium - the rise of the puto chant.

The puto chant is one of the most shameful acts associated with the sport of soccer, and the fact that it is heard in our melting pot city is of deep concern. If a chant was heard throughout the stadium that included a derogatory term for blacks or Hispanics or Jews, the club would act. So too, the club should act to support the LGBTQ community.

You have the power to change this. If our players have time to get on video and answer questions about whether they’d rather fight a horse sized duck or 100 duck sized horses, surely they could make a video telling our fans that real New Yorkers don’t support the puto chant.

I love going to games, and in fact, my daughter was featured in the pregame fan of the game video recently. We see ourselves as season ticket holders for life. But this ugly display takes the joy out of otherwise terrific outings for my family.

I hope you will act to restore honor to our team and a safe, inclusive atmosphere for all fans.

Yours Truly,
Noah Blumenthal, 8 tickets, section 136

Co-Signed,
Joe Williams, 2 tickets, Section 238

Short and sweet and to the point. I guess I am wondering what is the best way for the club to eliminate this type of behavior?

 

[anamorican]

http://www.espnfc.us/mexico/story/2...co-federation-for-homophobic-chants-from-fans

Maybe if we get fined by FIFA the team will do something but I'm not holding my breath.

 

[JayH]

Yes, please. Keith Putnam, two seats in sec. 226.

But what's your real name?

 

[Goodfella]

234 goal kick chant last night #NotPuto

https://twitter.com/x/status/777329357341749248

 

[LionNYC]

234 goal kick chant last night #NotPuto

https://twitter.com/x/status/777329357341749248

This is better from a front office perspective as it doesn't cross the line, but what about the profanity line or stuff picked up on the mics?

 

[Goodfella]

This is better from a front office perspective as it doesn't cross the line, but what about the profanity line or stuff picked up on the mics?

Not saying it's the answer, just that it's what we do and it's not puto

 

[Paul]

If any of you have not put your name in yet and would like to be added to the signers, let me know. ( kylelovescrayons I've got you down.)

Paul Martin, 2 tix in 136. Thanks