Leicester Lass Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 I hadn't really thought about that but yeah I suppose so. They're my Rugby Club more than any other. So your rugby club although (I assume) you don't go and watch them? What I was getting at with the Tigers comment is that although you class Leicester as your City and your Club, your support and affiliation for the football club only took off with you attending the games. If you'd have attended Tigers games instead then you'd have an affiliation for them rather than for LCFC, and that's that. In the same way as you being born here, people born and brought up outside outside the county find a reason for starting to follow Leicester (no matter how random it may be), and then through attending games the affiliation develops. Place of birth or where you grow up has absolutely nothing to do with it.
Foxy Mofo Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 As a kid (about 5 or 6) I went to my first game, which happened to be a Chelsea game as my dad was a fan, and from that game the only player I could remember was... Dennis Wise. He then became my favourite player and I was devastated (apparently) when he left to join Leicester so I just started supporting them instead. Obviously after the shenanigans he joined Millwall and my mum wouldn't let me support them so I've been a city fan ever since. Obviously when I got a bit older the atmosphere at away games and the fans rather than the dreadful players kept me hooked but yeah, that's my story.
Stadt Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 As a kid (about 5 or 6) I went to my first game, which happened to be a Chelsea game as my dad was a fan, and from that game the only player I could remember was... Dennis Wise. He then became my favourite player and I was devastated (apparently) when he left to join Leicester so I just started supporting them instead. Obviously after the shenanigans he joined Millwall and my mum wouldn't let me support them so I've been a city fan ever since. Obviously when I got a bit older the atmosphere at away games and the fans rather than the dreadful players kept me hooked but yeah, that's my story. What a horrible man to follow
Bert Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 We should all know by now that Harry is never wrong and everything has to be done by the book. Come on people.
foxfanazer Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 As a kid (about 5 or 6) I went to my first game, which happened to be a Chelsea game as my dad was a fan, and from that game the only player I could remember was... Dennis Wise. He then became my favourite player and I was devastated (apparently) when he left to join Leicester so I just started supporting them instead. Obviously after the shenanigans he joined Millwall and my mum wouldn't let me support them so I've been a city fan ever since. Obviously when I got a bit older the atmosphere at away games and the fans rather than the dreadful players kept me hooked but yeah, that's my story. Dennis Wise is the worst reason I've ever heard for supporting a club. What a cvnt! (Wise, not you)
Foxy Mofo Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 Dennis Wise is the worst reason I've ever heard for supporting a club. What a cvnt! (Wise, not you) Honestly I have no recollection of why and neither do my parents. I've got a signed Leicester shirt and everything!
foxes1988 Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 As a kid (about 5 or 6) I went to my first game, which happened to be a Chelsea game as my dad was a fan, and from that game the only player I could remember was... Dennis Wise. He then became my favourite player and I was devastated (apparently) when he left to join Leicester so I just started supporting them instead. Obviously after the shenanigans he joined Millwall and my mum wouldn't let me support them so I've been a city fan ever since. Obviously when I got a bit older the atmosphere at away games and the fans rather than the dreadful players kept me hooked but yeah, that's my story. Shocking reason. You should be ashamed of your child self.
Fox92 Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 Alexikokopops, on 25 Feb 2014 - 2:37 PM, said: Eeeeeeeeeeerm..... Manwell Pablo, on 25 Feb 2014 - 3:02 PM, said:Not really getting how this works are you. I see what I did now. It was early morning I think I got the "ie" bit mixed up.
Alex_LCFC Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 I was born just outside of middlesborough my mum and dad both being from sheffield. My dads side all support sheff wednesday and my mums side support sheff united. When we moved to leicester 16 years ago when i was 6 i fell in love with the club and followed them since then
glen parva fox Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 Some great stories on this thread, great read, we'll done all, thanks for letting us in on your memories.
Harry - LCFC Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 We should all know by now that Harry is never wrong and everything has to be done by the book. Come on people. I'm just arguing my case. I'm more persistent than most in these discussions I admit but that's only because I enjoy having them. At no point did I tell anyone they're being stupid for believing something I don't so I don't agree that I was asserting that I'm always right. I've actually been partly convinced by what others have said here. You don't have to have grown up near a club to support them. So your rugby club although (I assume) you don't go and watch them? What I was getting at with the Tigers comment is that although you class Leicester as your City and your Club, your support and affiliation for the football club only took off with you attending the games. If you'd have attended Tigers games instead then you'd have an affiliation for them rather than for LCFC, and that's that. In the same way as you being born here, people born and brought up outside outside the county find a reason for starting to follow Leicester (no matter how random it may be), and then through attending games the affiliation develops. Place of birth or where you grow up has absolutely nothing to do with it. I certainly agree that going to games is what really builds up the relationship and makes you a supporter. If that's the case then yes, anyone can be a Leicester fan. I still think where you grew up is important though. You should naturally be drawn towards your local club because you have ties with the community and therefore it too - that's the biggest link of all in my view. Plus they're the team you can go and watch regularly of course. Anyway, I think I'll drop this now. I hope my enthusiasm for debate didn't come across as aggressive in any way.
The Year Of The Fox Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 Quite a few of us are going to the gig in June so if you want a heads up of best places to drink or a few drinking buddies let me know. I honestly think it is just going to be a massive LCFC love in day. it is. I've visions of the players getting on the stage should we go up
SouthLondonFox Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 I'm from Leicester but have lived in London most of my life. My youngest son is City fan and has been to 20 plus games, but each year for the last 4 years - starting on his 7th birthday - I've taken him and his two best friends to a home game and had a day out, the last one being Ipswich on Saturday. This year, perhaps because of the result, his mates started using "we" when talking about Leicester, so fingers crossed that's two more converts. Their dads support Liverpool and Chelsea, and won't be best pleased...
ARTY_FOX Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 As a kid (about 5 or 6) I went to my first game, which happened to be a Chelsea game as my dad was a fan, and from that game the only player I could remember was... Dennis Wise. He then became my favourite player and I was devastated (apparently) when he left to join Leicester so I just started supporting them instead. Obviously after the shenanigans he joined Millwall and my mum wouldn't let me support them so I've been a city fan ever since. Obviously when I got a bit older the atmosphere at away games and the fans rather than the dreadful players kept me hooked but yeah, that's my story. Because your mum wouldn't let you support millwall is probably the best reason for supporting a football club I have ever heard.
Nalis Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 As a kid (about 5 or 6) I went to my first game, which happened to be a Chelsea game as my dad was a fan, and from that game the only player I could remember was... Dennis Wise. He then became my favourite player and I was devastated (apparently) when he left to join Leicester so I just started supporting them instead. Obviously after the shenanigans he joined Millwall and my mum wouldn't let me support them so I've been a city fan ever since. Obviously when I got a bit older the atmosphere at away games and the fans rather than the dreadful players kept me hooked but yeah, that's my story. I agree with many before me, what a reason to support a team, brilliant! Mine doesnt really cover the above but anyway... I supported Man U at 6 years old after deciding whoever won the 1990 FA Cup Final between Man U and Crystal Palace would be my team of choice! I always looked out for Leicester's results as my Dad supported them after seeing Leicester in the 1963 FA Cup Final. When I was about 13, I got disillusioned with Man United and liked the look of Leicester, especially the Northern Ireland contingent at the time (I'm from NI). I cant remember the exact moment I switched but my best mate was a Newcastle fan and I couldn't face the stick after Newcastle beat Man U 5-0 at St James', how fickle!! Didnt take me long to be an ABU either! Always prided myself on not being a glory hunter and supporting a team outside the usual suspects. To some of the points above, I have always thought about what defines a 'glory hunter'. I have friends who have supported Man City for over 15 years and wouldn't consider them glory hunters. As extremely unlikely as it is, if Leicester became a new Chelsea/Man City/top 4 regulars in the Premier League, I would feel that I'd have to point out I supported us through the shite times just to not come across as a glory hunter!!
Soup Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 So your rugby club although (I assume) you don't go and watch them? What I was getting at with the Tigers comment is that although you class Leicester as your City and your Club, your support and affiliation for the football club only took off with you attending the games. If you'd have attended Tigers games instead then you'd have an affiliation for them rather than for LCFC, and that's that. In the same way as you being born here, people born and brought up outside outside the county find a reason for starting to follow Leicester (no matter how random it may be), and then through attending games the affiliation develops. Place of birth or where you grow up has absolutely nothing to do with it. Though it's nice hearing why non locals support us.To say place of birth has nothing to do with it is a completely daft thing to say.
Salieri Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 I know a chap who supports Leicester purely because his name is Lester. He's actually Scottish and lives in Bristol.
Webbo Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 I know a chap who supports Leicester purely because his name is Lester. He's actually Scottish and lives in Bristol. I know a chap who supports forest for the same reason. His name is Cunty McTwat
gotwood Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 Me! Born and bred in New Zealand, never been to the uk, started supporting in 97 after watching the 3-3 with arsenal, and dad is a Leeds fan. We don't talk much these days...
Richmlcfc Posted 25 February 2014 Posted 25 February 2014 Hey My whole family were born and raised in and around Leicester apart from me! I was born in Boston! I suppose I should really be supporting someone shit like f****t. But I saw the light and followed the mighty blue army from youth . Starting in the MON era to present! I now live near Brighton as I have done all my life. But later this year will be moving to sydney! For the rest of my life I will remain a fox
mozartfox Posted 26 February 2014 Posted 26 February 2014 I know a chap who supports forest for the same reason. His name is Cunty McTwat - Cracking response! Made my day here in steaming Kuala Lumpur. This has a lot of scope for both the 'Trees' and the 'Sheep'.
Hollism Posted 26 February 2014 Posted 26 February 2014 I agree with many before me, what a reason to support a team, brilliant! Mine doesnt really cover the above but anyway... I supported Man U at 6 years old after deciding whoever won the 1990 FA Cup Final between Man U and Crystal Palace would be my team of choice! I always looked out for Leicester's results as my Dad supported them after seeing Leicester in the 1963 FA Cup Final. When I was about 13, I got disillusioned with Man United and liked the look of Leicester, especially the Northern Ireland contingent at the time (I'm from NI). I cant remember the exact moment I switched but my best mate was a Newcastle fan and I couldn't face the stick after Newcastle beat Man U 5-0 at St James', how fickle!! Didnt take me long to be an ABU either! Always prided myself on not being a glory hunter and supporting a team outside the usual suspects. To some of the points above, I have always thought about what defines a 'glory hunter'. I have friends who have supported Man City for over 15 years and wouldn't consider them glory hunters. As extremely unlikely as it is, if Leicester became a new Chelsea/Man City/top 4 regulars in the Premier League, I would feel that I'd have to point out I supported us through the shite times just to not come across as a glory hunter!!
woddyuk Posted 26 February 2014 Posted 26 February 2014 Slightly tenuous but years ago when we were at Filbert St I had been talking to a Malaysian doctor who was living / working in Edinburgh at the time. Turns out she had a young cousin who was LCFC mad ever since Tony Cottee had played in the far east. Cant remember exactly how long after it was, 6 mths, a year, but her family came over to visit her and we arranged to meet up here in Leicester and I played host to 7 Malaysians id never met before Inc the city mad young cousin. All sat in the double decker fairly reserved apart from the young lad who was going mental like a meercat on speed. He left with his carrier bag of daytrip goodies and a shirt and even snook to the side of the pitch after the game near the old north stand big gate for a piccy. This was pre mobile phone camera days and security were a bit tetchy of this lad near the pitch as his dad was waving a big **** off minolta around..
hemelfox Posted 26 February 2014 Posted 26 February 2014 I was born and bred in Kent and now living in Hemel Hempstead and have supported the mighty Foxes sine 1973. My whole family supported Chelsea and still do but I wanted to be different and chose Leicester City FC through thick and thin!! They are my team and always will be. Will be coming up for a match of two before the season's end. Come on Leicester!!!
The Year Of The Fox Posted 26 February 2014 Posted 26 February 2014 You could never accuse any Leicester fan of being a glory hunter regardless of where they're from I feel a pride in supporting my place of birth team moreso this season. The same can't be said about the Tigers or other teams in the county simply because I find those sports boring. Take Coalville Town, I've lived here since I was about 6 but I couldn't give a monkeys about how they're doing
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