I got a reminder email from my rep to renew. What is interesting is that it mentioned renewals for a 1/2 season or moving to game packs.
"We understand that people may not be in a position to continue with their tickets, however we ask that you let us know so that we can take you off our email and call lists. I can also assist by offering alternatives, e.g. only renewing for half a season or switching to a Game Pack instead."
There must be lots of STHs holding off on their final decision compared to prior years. Myself included. It's tough to swallow a 5% increase -- everything else has gone up so the family budget is getting stretched out. Contrary to the above quote, I don't believe that they truly "...understand that people may not be in a position to continue..."
Add in the fact that it's getting harder and harder to sell off tickets (at less than cost) that we don't use (8 pm weekday games may be TV contract friendly, but ARE NOT FAN FRIENDLY
). Add in the secondary fact that, last year, I could buy tickets to lots of games for way way less than cost. Finally, what's with the dixie cup sized ice cream last year? The only way they'll get smaller is to start serving it in those little ketchup containers at fast food restaurants. I'm not committed to renewing.
That being said, I became a season ticket holder so that I have the option to attend all the games that I want to attend. Also, I want dibs to my seats in the new arena. LOL -- I signed up as a STH initially due to the talk of a new arena
(star wars theme)..."A long time ago...".
I still have 3 more days to decide....