2012-13 Season Ticket Renewal Thread

[BlockParty]

This is the body of the email I just received...thoughts? Pricing will be flat like our win total.



As 2012 progress on the court, it also progresses in the Bobcats front office. We are working diligently to finish out this year strong and plan for next season at the same time.

With that said, in the next 48 hours you will receive information regarding your 2012-13 renewal. While I do not want to spoil the news, there will be a few items to look out for.

First, is the official announcement of our Cats365 program. Many of you had a chance to participate in this program last summer, and based on your positive feedback, we will continue this program in the years to come.

Second, pricing is flat.

Third, there will be extended payment options including a 12 month option.

Lastly, we will be giving away numerous items to our 2012-13 season ticket holders. During the week of February 13th alone, we will be giving away a computer, five (5) ipads, and a trip to the All-Star game.

Again, please be on the lookout for additional information regarding the above in the coming days. I hope that you are as excited as I am and I look forward to seeing you at Time Warner Cable arena.

[Scottley Crue]

Interesting. I knew they certainly couldn't charge more for next season based on the product on the floor but thought there'd be at least a slight chance they'd lower prices. They've certainly done that before. I guess having the lockout and losing those games killed any chance of lowering the prices. As long as they keep the same perks going, I'm cool with everything. Also nabbing one of those iPads wouldn't hurt, either.

[cltblkhscoach]

I think them introducing a 12 month payment option is their way of making prices more affordable in a roundabout way. I haven't decided exactly what I'm going to do. I'm split between not renewing and upgrading and maybe moving to the lower level, lol.

[Lextron]

also they have about 10 games of my money from last season.

[Felton for Prez]

What is Cats365? That's new from when I was a STH.

[Chef]

love the trip to the all star game giveaway. win a trip to the all star game where we can guarantee you won't see nary a bobcat all weekend. enjoy actual players doing actual basketball things.

[cltblkhscoach]

Cats365 is their service programs to the community, they started inviting season ticket holders to join the players and executives on community service projects.

[Mustachio]

Same general stuff as the first letter. but Fred going out of his way to outline the teams long term plan. Including: naming the organizations core and "at least" one new college player( draft pick trade coming?).



There are two facets of every sports organization. Both sides impact our season ticket holders and I wanted to update you on where we stand for each.

On the court, we are a developing team. As a season ticket holder, you are aware that we made a conscious decision this past season to improve the long term prospects of having a team that can truly compete in the Eastern Conference. We were able to secure 2 top 10 picks in last year's draft, acquire future draft picks and give our organization the salary cap flexibility needed to become a true player in free agency. Going into next season we have a core of young players like Gerald Henderson, Kemba Walker, Bismack Biyombo, and Byron Mullins. We will be adding at least one of the premier college players in what is regarded as the best draft in recent memory. Also, the cap space we have created will allow us to pursue high quality free agents and retain our own players over the next 2 years. We know this has been a difficult season to date, however, we hope through all of the injuries and growing pains you can see that we are forging a clear direction to give you the type of team you can be proud of.

Off the court, we hope you have noticed our commitment to customer service and our game presentation. We have worked hard to make sure each and every night is an enjoyable experience for you and your guests. Next year will be no different as we continually try to find ways to improve your experience as a customer. For this upcoming season you will see numerous benefits that are exclusive to season ticket holders. These benefits include:
http://icons.primail.ch/arrows/right49.gif *NEW* Extended Payment Options (http://click.twca-email.com/?qs=d69afbe4cb9c2edbe9e16466248b217115cf622205aeb6 2f4f52b532bceb94fd) - you can elect to spread your payments to 12 months if you elect our automatic renewal option or 10 months on our standard renewal option.
http://icons.primail.ch/arrows/right49.gif *NEW* Cats 365 Membership (http://click.twca-email.com/?qs=d69afbe4cb9c2edbf0688a2eaf446d77fe84136e742503 b84cd6e669cfaf1423) - Cats 365 is a year round membership available to our season ticket holders only. Cats 365 will allow you to attend events and meet other season ticket holders with common interests. Our goal is to foster relationships between our season ticket holders 12 months out of the year, and not just during the six months that basketball is being played. Whether you are a business looking for new clients, or a family spending quality time together, Cats 365 will assist in facilitating your 2012 goals. Why purchase a membership in a networking group or pay for family outings when you can get the same results for being a Bobcats season ticket holder?
http://icons.primail.ch/arrows/right49.gif *NEW* 54 Days of Giveaways (http://click.twca-email.com/?qs=d69afbe4cb9c2edb02f66b4f44bc442dfcfdd1581db7a2 5fc20b28207529280f) - we are giving away over 70 items to our 2012-13 season ticket holders over the course of 54 days. These items range from ipads to televisions. Please see the link above for a complete listing of items.

http://icons.primail.ch/arrows/right49.gif Price Freeze (http://click.twca-email.com/?qs=d69afbe4cb9c2edb1f5a6c9568a7ef5ea03936bee6c708 0523c8fff68402ab5f) - Your price will be the same as it was this season.
For a listing of all of your season ticket holder benefits, please click here. (http://click.twca-email.com/?qs=d69afbe4cb9c2edb3b613dd6c8aca410b5b23c5be2df1d 1cec607cba978abf76)

I want to personally thank you for the support of our organization. The energy in the building has been tremendous this season and our attendance is pacing ahead of last season. We appreciate everything that you do as a season ticket holder and look forward to having you part of the organization for the years to come.

[BlockParty]

I renewed tonight on the 10 month plan. With the credit from the lockout, the first 2 1/4 payments were applied to the credit, so the first charge won't hit until end of May and the last charge will be made last day of December. I thought about the automatic renewal, but they need to continue to show progress (drafting, free agency and player development) before they go on any sort of automatic renewal plan, at least from me.

[spectre]

Going into next season we have a core of young players like Gerald Henderson, Kemba Walker, Bismack Biyombo, and Byron Mullins. We will be adding at least one of the premier college players in what is regarded as the best draft in recent memory. Also, the cap space we have created will allow us to pursue high quality free agents and retain our own players over the next 2 years.

I'm shocked Tyrus wasn't up there. Think they've given up on him like most of the rest of us?

[dav7z]

I'm shocked Tyrus wasn't up there. Think they've given up on him like most of the rest of us?

Im not shocked at all with three more years at 8+ per will net a very nice player .
With my health im waiting as long as i can to decide if im even going to renew . Payment plans don't instrest us at all . We feel if we don't have enough cash for enertainment. We don't have enough money to go any way. We all ready have better parking than TWC can privide . So that perk don't apply to us . Though i did give away our parking passes for the season. If i do buy im going back to 107 Handycap seats.Didn't realize how good those seats was til we moved.

[cltblkhscoach]

Thinking about renewing and upgrading to 116, seems to be a pretty good view. Anyone in that area? I was also skeptical about the 12 month automatic option, saves a few bucks but not enough for me to commit to two years without seeing progress in some way.

[Scottley Crue]

I sit in 116 near the luxury suites. I really do like the view and do think it's a nice section. It's near the team store, and if you move quick enough, it's an easy exit when you want to leave.

The 12 month thing seemed nice, but just out of general principle I like my payments to end at some point. I mean, I do intend to have a seat there for a long time but I like knowing there will be at least a month or two that will be free of a payment, if that makes sense. I had enough of a credit to make a "free" month so I went with the 10-month version.

[SWedd523]

I'm shocked Tyrus wasn't up there. Think they've given up on him like most of the rest of us?

I'm shocked they spelled Mullens' name wrong.

[cltblkhscoach]

lol, I noticed that too. Funny but it didn't really surprise me for some reason...

[spectre]

I'm shocked they spelled Mullens' name wrong.

Kind of reinforces the perception we've had of the guy doesn't it.

[SWedd523]

Kind of reinforces the perception we've had of the guy doesn't it.
He must be a BCP member :g:

[TheBeagle]

Im not shocked at all with three more years at 8+ per will net a very nice player .
With my health im waiting as long as i can to decide if im even going to renew . Payment plans don't instrest us at all . We feel if we don't have enough cash for enertainment. We don't have enough money to go any way. We all ready have better parking than TWC can privide . So that perk don't apply to us . Though i did give away our parking passes for the season. If i do buy im going back to 107 Handycap seats.Didn't realize how good those seats was til we moved. Aren't they though? When my handicapped cousin used to come to games with me, that's where they'd put us. Outside of floor seats, those are the best in the house, for me at least. Wish I could afford one for season tickets. How much do they run, dav?

Since I've been cleared to work again, I won't be able to go to as many games as the last couple years, but I still plan on renewing my 217 seat...too good of a deal not to even with the home product.

[BlockParty]

Aren't they though? When my handicapped cousin used to come to games with me, that's where they'd put us. Outside of floor seats, those are the best in the house, for me at least. Wish I could afford one for season tickets. How much do they run, dav?

Since I've been cleared to work again, I won't be able to go to as many games as the last couple years, but I still plan on renewing my 217 seat...too good of a deal not to even with the home product.

My seats are in Handicapped seating..I love them, our section is wide enough for 14 chairs, but they only sell 10 of the seats, there is always room, seats are more comfortable then stadium seats, plenty of space to talk to others that come by, place to put coats, drinks, food, etc....it is my Redneck Suite, I just need a Grill, keg, flat screen TV and laptop.

[G-Force]

What is this 75 miles radius restriction all about? I live 90 miles away from the arena, does this mean I'm excluded from the Giveaways? If so, this really sucks for out-of-towner fans. I will just take my time to renew then, if i renew at all...

[wpbillings]

I'm glad you pointed the restriction out I hadn't noticed it before, I'm about 90 miles away too. I really don't see the point in this at all.

[cltblkhscoach]

Renewed today and moved to 228 Row A from 233. Still may move down to 116 row u because my rep promised me free parking if i did but just waiting on my bud to decide what he's going to do. I love the view from 228 though plus I like to chill at games. All the action is in the lower level, lol.