Come on love, stop taking things personally.
My point is aimed at the people who quite clearly NEVER go to games who went to Wembley.

Also Gatcliffe has said in the last week that they want more fans to come to the hj so that they can justify increasing the capacity of the stadium. The plans to do so are already in place.

If just 25-30% of the extra 15k who went to Wembley started going to the hj then the club would then have good reason to implement the plans and make the stadium better not to mention having all the extra revenue to buy world class players.

But wouldn't you rather we had 30'000 people there roaring the boys on to victory than just the 10k who go to the HJ? Haven't we been criticising Hudds for that??

You have missed my point totally.

I am absolutely amazed at the amount of people who took the time out to make the costly journey down to Wembley, whether they be old or new fans - it doesn't matter.

I just want the 'new' fans to come and support the team at the hj or at least come more often than they have been ie, not at all.

Quick Panties, put a complaint in!

I doubt the majority were 'new' fans. You don't have to go to games to be a fan.

A lot of the people of the streets would have been to either Wilderspool or HJ at some point. As Rugbychick stated, personal circumstances can dictate whether you can get to games or not.

I think the main point, is that we get some coming back. Remember we were getting 11k in the first two seasons at the HJ on a regular basis. The cup win may make some fans prioritise other things in their life to make it to the games next season (that doesn't mean not paying the mortgage

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I'm pretty sure we will have increased gates next season not just due to the win but the expectation for next year under Smith.

Let the good times roll

I just like to make a point about the TINY TINY minority of brian dead idiots yesterday who decided to boo Kevin Penny at a VICTORY PARADE for the Challenge Cup.....

Go away you're not wanted pathetic isn't the word for you saddo's...

Not everybody can afford it, some have kids or horses to look after.

With a town that has a population like the one Warrington has its a shame that the Rugby Team only gets crowds of approx 10k.

I wonder what that is as a percentage of the population of Warrington?

Maybe the club needs to do more to promote the game to people who have never had the pleasure before.

Could they not have a deal for season ticket holders that if they introduce a friend to a warrington season ticket then they receive a discount on the price of theirs or something along those lines.

You're special...think you should run the club. But only when you can do some research and work out the percentage...here's some help...attendance divided population times by 100..answers on a postcard please

The actual population of warrington is what I was searching for you bozo

Another insult. I suggest you read the aup.

I am offended by his outbust and have complained to the internet police. I hope they ban him...his behaviour is disgraceful

Quote ="Natters"The actual population of warrington is what I was searching for you bozo '" I bet it't touching 200k now. from www.warringtonuk.com/whywarrington/population/ [iThe resident population of Warrington Borough is estimated to be 194,700 (mid year 2005), ranking it as the 106th largest local authority and 17th largest unitary authority in England and Wales.[/i

Quote ="Natters"The actual population of warrington is what I was searching for you bozo '" I bet it't touching 200k now. from www.warringtonuk.com/whywarrington/population/ [iThe resident population of Warrington Borough is estimated to be 194,700 (mid year 2005), ranking it as the 106th largest local authority and 17th largest unitary authority in England and Wales.[/i

how many are genuine warringtonians, how many are football fans 1st or prefer other sports in preference to rugby league, sorry im'e not a born and bred warringtonian but have lived here nigh on 49 years, married to a warringtonian, my lad and grandkids are. come on you wire, point is warrington is a rugby town in the middle of a massive football fan base and even though ours is the greatest game these football fans are stubborn lot and may need some more convincing.

I'll admit i hadn't been to a game for at least 2yrs prior to Wembley but before that i was a die hard supporter for roughly 25yrs going almost every home + away match.Became very disillusioned with the same outcome year after year but hats off to SM for his investment + patience.1 of the best days of my life on Sat + for that i will be buying a season ticket for next year.

Well done that man. Im glad you enjoyed Wembley and hope that it made up for 25 years of hurt.

Welcome back

I live in Leics but have followed Wire for 20 years. Haven't seen a game since we moved here 6-7 years ago. My lad's just getting into the game now so thought I'd take him to see his first live match.

I'd love to go to the HJ every other week but a 250 mile round trip is just out of the question so I'm stuck with TV, radio, Internet and the occasional special trip.

Thats understandable MrMoves, lets hope the wire can provide more special trips for you.

Can't stand Dominic Walker...

Some great vids on the homecoming.


Search on youtube, warrington wolves homecoming and watch them.
Rate and post comments on them , there defonately worth a watch

I was at the town hall with a 24ft flag pole and flag has anyone got ant pics of it as I haven't and holding onto it meant no picture and the Guardian photo shopped it out

I have just got back from London, i am gutted i missed the Homecoming Parade! Because of the stupid engineering works on the train lines we stayed another day! Pictures look awesome, hope everyone that went enjoyed it!

Just got back to Teesside after a great weekend. Arrived at Darlington railway Station at 12.30pm, got straight in the Car and drove to Warrington, wouldn't have missed the Cup coming home for the world, even though everyone got soaked.