Nordecke Supporters:

I have received several emails regarding the increased security presence in the Nordecke for the Saprissa match. We have respectfully requested that the chants including profanity, most importantly GTFO, cease. Unfortunately that chant has continued, specifically during the Cruz Azul match and then several times during the LA match. During our highest attended game of the year, with the opportunity to impress people that might attend more Crew games at Crew stadium, we instead left a negative impression with unnecessary chanting of unacceptable profanity.We have received numerous complaints from fans, and now have indications from sponsors that they are reconsidering their financial support because they cannot be associated with an environment that includes this behavior. My pride in the Nordecke and what it brings to the club is deep and well documented. But this behavior, again, compromises our repuation and cannot be tolerated. We must identify and deal with those who insist on perpetuating this behavior, which explains the increased security measures.

I apologize to those who respect our policies and standards. I hope that those who disrespect the club and others in the stadium begin to understand our position and refrain from unnecessary and detrimental behavior. Until then, we must take action to protect our reputation and collective interests.

This is an exciting time for our team and organization. I regret that this blemish has once again manifested itself and hope that it is quickly resolved.

Sincerest regards,

Mark

Your Columbus Crew defeated the Chicago Fire, 2-1, last night (Nov. 13) to advance to the 2008 MLS Cup Final for the first time in club history, on what is easily one of the most special nights in Crew & Crew Stadium history!!

You can check out the recap of last night’s match here and the video highlights of the historic win can be seen here.

Thanks to our field-level correspondent, team administrator Tucker Walther, we’ve got videos galore of the Nordecke displaying its dominance in the stands while the squad did its thing on the field. Check them out after the jump.

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The always boisterous and enthusiastic Nordecke was well represented during the Crew’s match at Chicago yesterday, as a Black & Gold-clad throng did their very best (with rousing success) to extol the praises of the Crew while drowning out the Fire support during the Sunday afternoon rivalry match.

Team administrator extraordinaire Tucker Walther made sure to document the dare we say “massive” effort of the Crew faithful, and we’ve got the photos and video clips to prove it after the jump.

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