Membership is still great value in 2009. The way the fixture has fallen, Essendon still has eight home games left this season, including next weekend's blockbuster against Geelong.
 
Other home games remain against Carlton, the Western Bulldogs, Richmond, St Kilda, Brisbane, Adelaide and Melbourne.
 
 
If you don't believe us, here are the thoughts of some independent football identities:
 
Leigh Matthews on Ch 7's Gameday, Sunday, 10th May: 
 
""I might become an Essendon supporter. I love watching Essendon play because they play free flowing, exciting footy. It's great to watch.""
 
Terry Wallace in The Age on Sunday, 24th May:
 
""If I was an Essendon supporter I reckon you've got a fair bit to look forward to.""