The Red Army

The Vikings Supporters' Club was formed early in the 2004 season. The idea came from the realization during the 2003 Grand Final that Club support was fragmented, with pockets of parents, past and present players and sponsors seated in various areas of the Viking Park arena. The players themselves found it confusing when wanting to thank their supporters, win or lose, on where to go to show their appreciation immediately after the match. And so, the Club's Social/Supporter Club came into being.

The concept immediately grew in popularity and quickly gained the description,

"The Red Army"

Briefly, supporters are asked to pay $20 membership each year or $100 for Life Membership. For their money, members receive a small promotional gift each year, indicating their membership and a free draught beer. In addition, members get free entry to the Finals series irrespective of which clubs are playing. During the year they receive heavily subsidized draft beer and roast pork/beef sandwiches while at home games, provided they are wearing an article of red clothing. Any profit is used to improve their facilities; the balance is paid into the player's welfare fund which is administered by the Rugby Club Committee.

Its's success has surprised many and has attracted quite a number of supporters that would not normally venture out the warm indoors. The rallying point, on the half way point, opposite the grand stand and has earned the name, the BUNKER which now serves as the Club's merchandising outlet.