Fans often ask what is the benefit of joining the Vikings. The short answer is that it was never created to give benefits to fans; it was created as an independent forum to raise issues of Rovers fans, and to have a voice with the Directors and Senior Managers of Doncaster Rovers. Furthermore, the aim of the Vikings was to raise funds for the club, and in so doing, acquire shares and voting rights
in the Club. It was a vehicle whereby a fan could be a supporter, and more importantly, demonstrate his or her support by buying shares in the club, and as such, be a member of an organisation that truly wanted the fans views represented at the highest level. The current board of Directors and Owners have given us 100% support to help us in our endeavours, and they regularly keep us up to date with developments at the club. In this way, the Vikings can be a source of vital, real information -which can be of great value when transfer rumours and such like hit the discussion boards. With our current connections and our excellent relationships we have a direct line to ascertain the truth. By joining the VSC, this amplifies our voice as we grow in strength and influence. I am eager that we get as many fans to join, re join, or renew their membership – so that we can demonstrate to the DRFC board that we are a lively, vibrant, successful and influential organisation that can bring benefits to both the fans and to the Rovers. I believe we have made a great start this season, but the challenge lies ahead in that we must continue to build on what we have created.
