Guest Stevie Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 This cancer seems to be everywhere at the minute it always has been really. Is it 1 in 3 of us can expect to get it at some point. It's the one biological battle we must win, conspiracy theorists claim that they'll already have a cure for it but won't as it will cost the medical companies billions in lost revenue. It's a sad way for anyone to go, and I'm proud the toon fans have contributed to the building of the SBR Cancer ward at the Freeman. I think we should continue to do so in SBR's memory, I know you can't give to every charity and many of us have our own charities which we give money too, but I think they should mark SBR's life, passing, and dedication to this cause by hosting an annual tournament. The England-Germany game was called the Sir Bobby Robson Trophy. Maybe it could retain it's name and for the first year have say, Newcastle, Barcelona, Ipswich and Porto competing for it in a four team format, then the years after that rotate the venue of his clubs, so maybe the year after the Nou Camp hosted it, and to maximise profitability only invite the top clubs of the world for it. It's an idea where we can all put something in and benefit from it too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Fish 770 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 I agree whole heartedly. What I would say is that to encourage more involvement, the monies should be proportionately split between charities. While the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation obviously deserves pride of place, an annual event could help many charities. For example, if Barcelona wanted to put money towards a childrens charity in their area I think that too should be accomodated. Rotating the venue is an excellent idea, I agree that the first year we should keep to the clubs that have a special connection to Sir Bobby and there-after invite big teams. I would however give clubs like the Kaiser Chiefs a chance to compete. The value of European attention and contribution to those most in need, is immeasurable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Asprilla 1 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 I think every club he either played for or managed should have a yearly entry though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Stevie Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 I think every club he either played for or managed should have a yearly entry though. Would be bigger than the FA Cup though. I think as long as a club with his connection is involved, the revenue generated should be the prime objective. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin 0 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 What a fantastic idea. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kid Dynamite 1,161 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 The charity shield should be called the SBR shield this season Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Asprilla 1 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 (edited) I think every club he either played for or managed should have a yearly entry though. Would be bigger than the FA Cup though. I think as long as a club with his connection is involved, the revenue generated should be the prime objective. I know what you're saying, but it was only about 8 or 9 clubs wasn't it? Maybe it could be rotational with half the clubs one year and half the next. I don't think WBA or Fulham would be too happy about being dropped that's all and I suppose Sir Bobby wouldn't either. I can see the point from a marketing POV of just having the big clubs, but at this rate, that'll not include us for much longer anyway.... Edited August 4, 2009 by Asprilla Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest alex Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 This cancer seems to be everywhere at the minute it always has been really. Is it 1 in 3 of us can expect to get it at some point. It's the one biological battle we must win, conspiracy theorists claim that they'll already have a cure for it but won't as it will cost the medical companies billions in lost revenue. It's a sad way for anyone to go, and I'm proud the toon fans have contributed to the building of the SBR Cancer ward at the Freeman. I think we should continue to do so in SBR's memory, I know you can't give to every charity and many of us have our own charities which we give money too, but I think they should mark SBR's life, passing, and dedication to this cause by hosting an annual tournament. The England-Germany game was called the Sir Bobby Robson Trophy. Maybe it could retain it's name and for the first year have say, Newcastle, Barcelona, Ipswich and Porto competing for it in a four team format, then the years after that rotate the venue of his clubs, so maybe the year after the Nou Camp hosted it, and to maximise profitability only invite the top clubs of the world for it. It's an idea where we can all put something in and benefit from it too. Nice idea Stevie and one that could work too imo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Stevie Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 Maybe Peasepud could give the idea some exposure at the NUSC meeting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JonGoodwyn 1 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 If the ball got rolling on this one, the clubs proposed would have a hard time turning such an event down. I think its a great idea, and one that will almost certainly happen at least once Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TheMoog 0 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 (edited) I suppose if we're going for all the teams he's been involved (playing or managed) with you'd end up having: Fulham West Bromwich Albion Vancouver Royals Ipswich Town Sporting CP FC Porto FC Barcelona PSV Eindhoven Newcastle United I guess you could keep it as an English club trophy and just have Fulham, WBA, Ipswich and Newcastle. If you dropped Vancouver out of the equation you could have an eight team knockout tournament which wouldn't take much longer. Good idea though, I think a SBR Trophy game every year would be great! Edited August 4, 2009 by Armchair Penis Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew 889 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 I suppose if we're going for all the teams he's been involved (playing or managed) with you'd end up having: Fulham West Bromwich Albion Vancouver Royals Ipswich Town Sporting CP FC Porto FC Barcelona PSV Eindhoven Newcastle United I guess you could keep it as an English club trophy and just have Fulham, WBA, Ipswich and Newcastle. If you dropped Vancouver out of the equation you could have an eight team knockout tournament which wouldn't take much longer. Good idea though, I think a SBR Trophy game every year would be great! I think the four team thing as most preseason would work best switch thing teams every year winner stays in or something Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Fish 770 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 Sure have the clubs he's been involved with, but I'd leave at least one spot for another team, for one the "competition" wouldn't get stale and so press interest would continue and another, it'd give charities who wouldn't normally get the coverage have a slice of the pie. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FantaZia 0 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 Fantastic idea really. Would be ideal to run as a yearly pre-season tournament. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Meenzer 3,953 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 Aye, I remember this being mentioned over a few pages in the RIP thread and it's a cracking idea, whichever form it ultimately ends up taking. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trophyshy 656 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 Dare I say, inventing our own tournament might also give us a chance of some silverware. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TheMoog 0 Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 Dare I say, inventing our own tournament might also give us a chance of some silverware. I think you're getting a bit carried away now bud Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest alex Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 I suppose if we're going for all the teams he's been involved (playing or managed) with you'd end up having: Fulham West Bromwich Albion Vancouver Royals Ipswich Town Sporting CP FC Porto FC Barcelona PSV Eindhoven Newcastle United I guess you could keep it as an English club trophy and just have Fulham, WBA, Ipswich and Newcastle. If you dropped Vancouver out of the equation you could have an eight team knockout tournament which wouldn't take much longer. Good idea though, I think a SBR Trophy game every year would be great! Especially as they folded years ago Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smoggeordie 0 Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Dare I say, inventing our own tournament might also give us a chance of some silverware. That's what the Newcastle/Gateshead cup was for. I'd be all up for them rotating the hosts for it. Weekend jaunts to Holland, Spain et al would be superb Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest alex Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Dare I say, inventing our own tournament might also give us a chance of some silverware. That's what the Newcastle/Gateshead cup was for. I'd be all up for them rotating the hosts for it. Weekend jaunts to Holland, Spain et al would be superb And even better if we aren't in it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Fish 770 Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Aye, I remember this being mentioned over a few pages in the RIP thread and it's a cracking idea, whichever form it ultimately ends up taking. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
canofbeans 15 Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Really good idea Stevie. do it as a pre season tournament, proceeds to his charity ( or at least a decent cut). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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