Why aren't the Redskins winning at home?

[skinsguy]

Originally Posted by cpayne5

Every defensive play is crucial.

My point isn't to argue what plays are crucial or not, my point is to say that the people behind you paid good money for their tickets just like you did, and should be given the opportunity to enjoy the game as comfortable as possible. I understand you feel most comfortable standing and cheering the team on, and don't get me wrong, I appreciate fans like you who will get up and cheer loud and proud for our team. And thank goodness that now you have the ability to do so, without fear of getting ejected, by purchasing standing room only "seats" and standing until your heart's content.

But, you need to be cognoscente of the fact that since these people did pay to attend the game as well, they should be given the opportunity to sit and watch the game without an obstructed view from fans who refuse to sit. Sure, it's not an opera or a night out at the movies, but it's still a costly form of entertainment that all who attend should be able to sit and watch the game as comfortable as what the stadium provides, so that their experience will be enjoyable enough for the fans to want to come back for future games. It's a business, cpayne. And while you'll argue that you should have as much right to stand the entire game and watch it, I hate to tell you, but you really don't have that privilege unless you purchase standing room tickets. Nine times out of ten, the sitters will always win, because they are utilizing a service (the seats) that is advertised as part of the "Redskins experience." And, if there are fans who are not allowing fans behind them to utilize this service, then those standing fans are being obstructive.

I'm in no way saying fans should never stand and cheer - as I'm sure that's probably all you'll get out of this post. I'm just saying to be a little more aware of your surroundings. If people around you, especially behind you, are not standing as much as you are, then show some humility and respect and be willing to sit so they can watch the game. Likewise, if you're "sitting" in a section where people are more likely to stand and enjoy the game, then you know you can do so as well. I'm sure in the future it will be a non-issue as you'll have the option to by standing tickets, and the Redskins will start winning on more of a regular basis so that people won't be as uptight over the seats and be more excited with the game.