I have been a platinum member for 3 years and Cat 2 for three years before that, but wont be renewing my platinum this year. I love my seat which is just short of halfway on the Eastern side right in front of the corporate boxes. I struggled to get to games towards the end of last year with having to work late and not having time to get there on the Monday and Thursday games. With my kids now being a bit older and wanting to come with me all the time, I have to sit in GA with them as there are no spare seats near me, so my Platinum seat is wasted. The kids and I also get a GA pass from the NRL to ALL games at any ground for them being junior players and me coaching, so coughing up almost $400 for a seat that will probably be used 3-4 times at best just isn't worth it. I might grab a GA family pass so we are still doing our bit and the boys always love the members packs too.
The prices are still good value despite the large hike, but I think it is a risky move considering our performances last year. They may make more money per member, but I will be surprised if we still have the same amount of members as last year.
On another note, I think the NRL should come up with a membership for GA at all NSW grounds. This way people who can't commit on certain days can still float around and watch some footy live when they have time or share it around their group of friends and family. Something like a 5/7/9/12 game pass to use at any ground. Surely this should be an option?
