Picking up some Royals vouchers for Xmas presents this afternoon, the better half witnessed some people trying to buy Royals gear...without success. I gather they tried all the doors @ SOFA and finally ended up at the ticket wicket only to be told "the shop won't be open again until the New Year" (game night against the Hitmen, I imagine). They were not pleased...seems to me that more than a few people might want to pick up a jersey or other items at this time of year. If the shop can't be open, surely there must be other places (Sports Trader, etc.) licenced to sell the gear? If not, the Royals are missing out on some revenue and goodwill.