I have thought of this myself and you could argue either way. The disposable cash scenario, certainly at a time of coming out of a deep recession, could be a problem. People have to prioritise their spending. I myself can’t afford to go watch the City and Devils each week (as much as I would like to). If City do make the Prem then don’t be surprised to see many fans prioritise their Saturday but taking the family to City v Chelsea and not Devils v Hull.
That said, Cardiff City making the premiership really does put this great city on the map and the more investment into Cardiff as a whole the better that is for all our leisure in the region, including the Devils. The growth in sport development in South Wales over the last few years has been fantastic and the Devils involvement in Sport Cardiff should benefit greatly from the possible success of City.
There has always been this culture of if you support one sport in your area then you are against others doing well as this can hinder your club’s reputation. The City v Blues is a classic example of this. I personally find it pathetic and we should be encouraging all teams in all sports in our region to do well and should work together to promote each other. The Devils have built good links with Cardiff City over the last couple of years and now more than ever we should be working with them. Likewise them working with us and other sporting teams in the area.
I do think certain games could affect our attendances but I do think there is a real opportunity here also.
By the way, well done City. That was a nail biting game last night. Fully deserved it over two legs. Go Bluebirds!
) clashes with a Devils game tho.
