Bxl Boy Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 Someone (confidential source) told me today Victoria would withdrawn their bid for 2007 in order to favorize Vancouver's bid I just want to verify here, the best place to know, if he's right or if it's a totally unfounded rumour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loyola Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 I have no idea but I would be surprise if they do it to favorize Vancouver bid. It seems to me that Vancouver is almost certain to get a group for the WYC with Montreal and Ottawa. And Victoria would be a plausible 4th choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Boy Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 favorize.... good one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 I wouldn't be surprised if this were true. Tough to compete with a Greg Kerfoot/Whitecaps sponsored Vancouver bid that also promises a new SSS in downtown Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ted Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 quote:Originally posted by Bxl Boy Someone (confidential source) told me today Victoria would withdrawn their bid for 2007 in order to favorize Vancouver's bid I just want to verify here, the best place to know, if he's right or if it's a totally unfounded rumour Seems unlikely for several reasons. First, the organizing committee has already got commitments from local clubs for selling tickets. Second, there is no competition with Vancouver, from this side they are complimentary not competing bids. Thirdly, they have a strong bid and key partnerships with local organizations. Wishful thinking I would suspect, but then, I have not spoken to my source on the bid committee in over a week. Realistically Vancouver was always a lock. With Edmonton the only other western venue Victoria provides East-West balance, a proven track record of hosting FIFA events and a nice grouping with Vancouver for easy access for swapping cities after (or during) the group stage. My only complaint is that they want to use Centennial rather than doing something bold that provides a legacy like Kerfoot's planned stadium in Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 quote:Originally posted by ted My only complaint is that they want to use Centennial rather than doing something bold that provides a legacy like Kerfoot's planned stadium in Vancouver. I too would like to see a legacy soccer facility in Victoria, but the only legacy I can see would be debt (unless you are referring to the refurbishing of Royal Atheletic Park with temporary seating). We can't even build a reasonably sized arena in Vic (7000 including floor seating - what a joke. It is smaller than Kamloops' arena), never mind a soccer facility. I just dont think we have the population, interest or money. Leave the stadiums to Vancouver. JMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calgary Boomer Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 Royal Athletic all the way... There are enough fans in Vic. Good fans, knowlegable fans...maybe even a been snobby...which is why they need something better that the current Centennial or RAP. I'd section off the baseball diamond with a giant wall (like green monster) and have a second grandstand on the other side of the current one. What a sweet park that would be! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ref Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 Talking about rumors? what about if Vancouver is in trouble and are trying to divert attention. They are asking for money all around and promissing the world in return. I think Kevin Pipe is not happy at all with past problems with Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ted Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 quote:Originally posted by Calgary Boomer Royal Athletic all the way... There are enough fans in Vic. Good fans, knowlegable fans...maybe even a been snobby...which is why they need something better that the current Centennial or RAP. I'd section off the baseball diamond with a giant wall (like green monster) and have a second grandstand on the other side of the current one. What a sweet park that would be! That's what I dream of. I also see a soccer-themed pub operating in the south-east corner which would include a couple of coprorate suites and above a patio from which to watch the games. The pub would also provide ongoing revenue to support park operations. As well I would mount a new scoreboard on a pivot and wheels at the north-west corner of the park which could be swung out for soccer games and then swung back against the north fence for baseball/softball. Hi Paddy! - I would like to see RAP refurbished to a capacity of 7-8K permanent and the rest temp for the tournament. That would be a real legacy from the biggest soccer tournament ever to happen in Canada. [8D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ted Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 quote:Originally posted by Calgary Boomer Royal Athletic all the way... There are enough fans in Vic. Good fans, knowlegable fans...maybe even a been snobby...which is why they need something better that the current Centennial or RAP. I'd section off the baseball diamond with a giant wall (like green monster) and have a second grandstand on the other side of the current one. What a sweet park that would be! That's what I dream of. I also see a soccer-themed pub operating in the south-east corner which would include a couple of coprorate suites and above a patio from which to watch the games. The pub would also provide ongoing revenue to support park operations. As well I would mount a new scoreboard on a pivot and wheels at the north-west corner of the park which could be swung out for soccer games and then swung back against the north fence for baseball/softball. Hi Paddy! - I would like to see RAP refurbished to a capacity of 7-8K permanent and the rest temp for the tournament. That would be a real legacy from the biggest soccer tournament ever to happen in Canada. [8D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 quote:Originally posted by ted Hi Paddy! - I would like to see RAP refurbished to a capacity of 7-8K permanent and the rest temp for the tournament. That would be a real legacy from the biggest soccer tournament ever to happen in Canada. [8D] I too would like to see that, but I just don’t think it is sustainable. The pub would be a great idea, but were does the rest of the revenue come from. I have a feeling that if it was built that no matter where I sat in the 7-8k seating that I would be able to spot you due to poor attendance. After the WYC, what would it be used for? I guess the Beach Boys could be invited back again, but one night of mediocre entertainment won't pay for maintenance and upkeep. Also, what happens to the baseball field? Do we put the stands on rail tracks so that they can be rolled out of the way? I am all for it, I just doubt the rest of Victoria is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 According to the results of the Support your City online poll on the CSA website, as of April 7 the results bar chart shows Vancouver way ahead followed by Victoria, Montreal, Edmonton then a close tie between Ottawa and Quebec City. Not sure to what extent this shows real public opinion or the effectiveness of the local bid committees to get people to vote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 I think it's the second. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bxl Boy Posted April 7, 2005 Author Share Posted April 7, 2005 It think 50% of the voters come from BC... not very representative poll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 Maybe not a very representative poll but it does perhaps indicate a much higher level of interest in BC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 quote:Originally posted by Richard Maybe not a very representative poll but it does perhaps indicate a much higher level of interest in BC. Or that it is the place where the only recent press conference to "bring out the vote" was held... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Beaver Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 BC kicks ass!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devioustrevor Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 quote:Originally posted by The Beaver BC kicks ass!! But the money and the Media is in Ontario. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 quote:Originally posted by devioustrevor But the money and the Media is in Ontario. Yeah, but we got better weed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 quote:Yeah, but we got better weed. You only know that from hearsay right, not personal experience ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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