Should I attend an Ulster game?

[Snipe Watson]

Settle down or the lad will think you are all nuts and decide to stay at home !

It's better that he knows now, before he arrives and the whole thing is a total shock.

I thought this was your house...........

[Monaghanulster]

Some pair of tools That's one snazzy hen house.

[Snipe Watson]

Your bona fides appear to be crumbling somewhat Mona..................

[tazman]

I've been going to Ulster games for 3 or so years, since I moved to Belfast. I'm a Cavan man, and proud Ulster fan, and have never had a problem at Ravenhill. I'm gonna be bringing a Donegal man with me to the Connacht game on Friday for his first game. He can't wait, he's already picked up an Ulster jersey today . I've noticed a definite change in attitudes (for the better) to Ulster rugby in the 3 counties over the last number of years, more jerseys can now be spotted in Cavan lately and lots more supporting during games. Come on down to Ravenhill, it's never uncomfortable, we're all in this together

[browner]

Are you coming up for tonight's game Monaghan...is Kofi treating you?

If you are have a good one and don't let them oul flegs annoy you!

[Monaghanulster]

I'm not going to be at the game tonight but I'll be glued to BBC 2 at 7pm.

Good to hear Tazman.

[TheElephantMan]

I . I've noticed a definite change in attitudes (for the better) to Ulster rugby in the 3 counties over the last number of years, more jerseys can now be spotted in Cavan lately and lots more supporting during games. Come on down to Ravenhill, it's never uncomfortable, we're all in this together

Tazman what was the attitude about UR like then,please explain.

[tazman]

It wasn't too good to be honest TheElephantMan. Was more indifference that anything else (Doesn't help that rugby is just not that big in Cavan). I suppose a lot of people in Cavan maybe seen Ulster as the 6 counties but I've seen that changing over the years now. I used to see people in Leinster and Munster jerseys and some travelling down to watch these teams. There are definitely more Ulster shirts seen on a weekend and not as many for the others.

[Cavanman]

Just came across this thread and am somewhat perplexed, it always been Ulster for me no.1, Cavan and Monaghan just isn't Rugby country but that could change easily.There is plenty of men in these counties that could pack down for Ulster in future years and I believe there is definitely an awakening occurring in these areas. Would seriously doubt the authenticity of the OP.Just seems very naive too. I take a lot of pride in the fact that the sport is a source of harmony between the communities in Ulster.

[macca82]

Glad I found this thread cause it was a question I've been asking myself too. I've been following Ulster since I was a kid cause my family are from Ulster, but I grew-up on the U.K mainland. Firstly, I was never sure if I would have seemed out of place in the stands shouting with my English accent, and secondly my Mum always told me not to go (She's a Northern Irish catholic) as she'd seen the crown flag being flown in the stands. She was under the impression that if someone had heard my accent they would be intrigued as to why I supported Ulster, and then if I explained where my family were from (which would be a giveaway as to their religion), It might invite trouble.

After reading this thread I know now her paranoia is unjustified. I think I'll come to a few matches now instead of watching in front of the T.V in my jersey, screaming at the T.V! I'll set her strait too, maybe get her over for a match with me.

Must admit, it's seems really strange (from an outsiders perspective) that the crown flag is used as it only encompasses the 6 counties. Don't mean that in a derogatory way, I now how proud Ulster Brits are. It's just that as it's a provincial team, it seems more appropriate to use the yellow and red flag.

Think if I come I'll not bring a flag with me. Seems safer!

Anyway, it's been great following Ulster this season, specially in the Pro12. Was gutted about getting knocked-out of the H cup, but the highlight had to be the Leinster win. I actually lost my voice watching it!

Cheers guys. Hope to see you seen at Ravenhill. You'll know me from my accent!

[Jackie Brown]

We won't know you from your accent, plenty of accents from everywhere. including Ballymena.

The nice thing about Ulster is it doesn't matter what flag you're waving as long as you're supporting Ulster!

[big mervyn]

I was standing beside a lady with an English accent who was guldering all sorts of abuse in support of Ulster.

[Rooster]

Plenty of English voiced supporters at Ravenhill

[Russ]

The crown fleg is also the team colours ...

#justsaying

[big mervyn]

The crown fleg is also the team colours ...

#justsaying

So is the fleg of NazI Germany.