'Sounds professional and will grow on us all' - fans on stadium name
Everton have announced a naming rights deal for their new stadium, which will be called The Hill Dickinson Stadium.Here's what some fans think of the move:Phil: Love it, a proper company with a long term commitment. Everton moving up!Niamh: We don't like it and we prefer Bramley-Moore. The new stadium name highlights how society has become obsessed with economic opportunity where instead football should be a social and cultural celebration rather than a liquified commodity.Steve: Not a great name, but I think after all these years, it'll be continued to be called Bramley-Moore either way.Geoff: Not sure about the new name. The deal might be worth big money but the name sets us up for endless mickey taking on the sponsors name. Surely it shouldn't be just about who stumps up the most cash? We have to live with this name until the deal runs out. Just ask Bolton fans.Dan: Sounds just like a Football Manager regen name - but I quite like it.Paul: Not a great choice. What about the Dixie Dean Stadium or something better?Noel: I knew this new name would come as a shock to a lot of fans, however, it sounds professional and will grow on us all. Embrace the phoenix rising from the ashes. It's up to all of us fans to get on board, stick together and make this opportunity a big success story.Sydney: Think it's a big let down from an iconic name off Goodison Park to Hill Dickinson. First big thing they had to get right and they messed it up. What a let down regardless of what money they paid for the privilege.
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