Post by King98er on Oct 18, 2010 8:48:14 GMT -5
As most of you are aware, there have been many complaints regarding some of the chants/songs that have been heard coming from the right field bleachers. Regardless of your opinion of said chants, they have been deemed to be highly offensive to other fans and it has been requested by management that they cease immediately.
In addition, the security that patrols our area will be increased and they will employ a ZERO TOLERANCE policy against the harassment/beratement of other fans based on their race, religion or sexual orientation. It is the opinion of management that all paying patrons are entitled to the same courtesy and respect in regards to their enjoyment of the game being played on the field. Therefore, as we close out the remainder of this year, special attention will be paid to those fans that are deemed to be harassing other fans in the extreme manner outlined above. Additional attention will be paid to those seen as "ringleaders" as well as those classified as "instigators". This is inclusive, but not limited to, the extreme taunting of fans in opposing team's colors as well as the taunting of patrons in the box seats.
While it is certainly possible to continue many of the traditions and rituals that one would expect within our environs, it is asked that you use common sense and a bit of courtesy during these upcoming playoff games. It is not acceptable under most circumstances that we encounter within our daily lives to harass someone based on their race, religion or sexual preference and the bleachers are no exception to that. There will be undercover security personnel, as well as members of the media, in and around our Section whose explicit purpose is to catch us "messing up". Please do not give them the opportunity to succeed.
It is our responsibility as "the best fans in all of baseball" to ensure that other fans do not tarnish the reputation we have built. Many will remember stories from the early 90's that classified our group as "battery throwers". While no one in our group may have lifted a battery, the idiom that "a few bad apples spoil the whole bunch" certainly rings true. People who sit with us are called "bleacher creatures" whether it is their first game or 100th and their actions reflect negatively upon the whole group.
While we do not have a formal organization or much of a hierarchy, it is incredibly important to the future of our group that we look out for each other as well as those trying to work against us. It is not suggested that anyone need to "rat" out other fans, rather it is requested that you relay to them the information regarding our new policing policies.
As most of you will note, many strides have been made in order to polish our image within the organization, and it has been easy to see the benefits of our work. The assistance we have received in regards to our relocation from the old stadium is the first proof that we are considered part of the Yankees family and that they do value the passion, spirit and noise that we bring to the ballpark on a daily basis. Our inclusion in community service based events (such as H.O.P.E. week) only help to strengthen our relationship and help to absolve some of the negative connotations associated with our group. While the current situation is certainly a set back, it is the opinion of management that these pre-conceived notions surrounding our group can be overcome with some common sense, a bit of diligence and healthy dose of intelligence.
In conclusion, it is important to reiterate that while many may see this as a "punishment", it is a necessity in order to ensure that all fans are treated equally and with proper respect. It is important for our group to set the example of what it means to be a passionate member of the Bleacher Creatures, and find the delicate balance that allows us to conform to regulations while still maintaining our "tough" edge. Everyone involved has the utmost confidence in those that consider themselves to be "bleacher regulars" to succeed under these new rules. We can still have fun, still be loud and rowdy and still do our part to cheer on our team to another World Series title.
In addition, the security that patrols our area will be increased and they will employ a ZERO TOLERANCE policy against the harassment/beratement of other fans based on their race, religion or sexual orientation. It is the opinion of management that all paying patrons are entitled to the same courtesy and respect in regards to their enjoyment of the game being played on the field. Therefore, as we close out the remainder of this year, special attention will be paid to those fans that are deemed to be harassing other fans in the extreme manner outlined above. Additional attention will be paid to those seen as "ringleaders" as well as those classified as "instigators". This is inclusive, but not limited to, the extreme taunting of fans in opposing team's colors as well as the taunting of patrons in the box seats.
While it is certainly possible to continue many of the traditions and rituals that one would expect within our environs, it is asked that you use common sense and a bit of courtesy during these upcoming playoff games. It is not acceptable under most circumstances that we encounter within our daily lives to harass someone based on their race, religion or sexual preference and the bleachers are no exception to that. There will be undercover security personnel, as well as members of the media, in and around our Section whose explicit purpose is to catch us "messing up". Please do not give them the opportunity to succeed.
It is our responsibility as "the best fans in all of baseball" to ensure that other fans do not tarnish the reputation we have built. Many will remember stories from the early 90's that classified our group as "battery throwers". While no one in our group may have lifted a battery, the idiom that "a few bad apples spoil the whole bunch" certainly rings true. People who sit with us are called "bleacher creatures" whether it is their first game or 100th and their actions reflect negatively upon the whole group.
While we do not have a formal organization or much of a hierarchy, it is incredibly important to the future of our group that we look out for each other as well as those trying to work against us. It is not suggested that anyone need to "rat" out other fans, rather it is requested that you relay to them the information regarding our new policing policies.
As most of you will note, many strides have been made in order to polish our image within the organization, and it has been easy to see the benefits of our work. The assistance we have received in regards to our relocation from the old stadium is the first proof that we are considered part of the Yankees family and that they do value the passion, spirit and noise that we bring to the ballpark on a daily basis. Our inclusion in community service based events (such as H.O.P.E. week) only help to strengthen our relationship and help to absolve some of the negative connotations associated with our group. While the current situation is certainly a set back, it is the opinion of management that these pre-conceived notions surrounding our group can be overcome with some common sense, a bit of diligence and healthy dose of intelligence.
In conclusion, it is important to reiterate that while many may see this as a "punishment", it is a necessity in order to ensure that all fans are treated equally and with proper respect. It is important for our group to set the example of what it means to be a passionate member of the Bleacher Creatures, and find the delicate balance that allows us to conform to regulations while still maintaining our "tough" edge. Everyone involved has the utmost confidence in those that consider themselves to be "bleacher regulars" to succeed under these new rules. We can still have fun, still be loud and rowdy and still do our part to cheer on our team to another World Series title.