NEWSLINE –May 28th

Hail Hail Bhoys & Ghirls,

’Jesus said to Thomas, ‘Put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it in my side. Do not doubt but believe.’ Thomas answered him, ‘My Lord and my God!’ Jesus said to him, ‘Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have come to believe.’
John 20:24-29

WE BELIEVED AND WE WON
Oh ye of little Faith. It was not long ago some of the Doubting Thomas’ amongst us had given up hope in winning the league. But points on the board are always better than games in hand and so it was proven. An emotion filled night at Tannadice saw Celtic beat Dundee Utd. 1-0 courtesy of a Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink header and with it, the Hoops 42nd League Championship, 3-In-A-Row. If there’s one thing we’ve learned in the journey of life as a Celtic supporter, it’s never give up. The players never gave up, the management never gave up and for the most part, the fans never gave up. While season 2007/2008 won’t be remembered for flamboyant football, this title will go down as one of the sweetest as the Hoops Heroes battled against all the odds. Memories of Mr. Celtic, Tommy Burns will forever be associated with this championship. Goodnight and God Bless Tommy, this one’s for you.

SPL CHAMPIONS 2007/2008

And so another successful season comes to an end. The Aurora CSC committee would like to extend a heartfelt thank you each and every member and guest for your support throughout the year. It is as much a pleasure celebrating with you all week in week out, as it is watching the famous Glasgow Celtic win. Have a safe and happy summer. Don’t forget to stop in to the Clubhouse throughout the summer for a pint and even catch a game watching Ed McNally and John Pickering coaching the Aurora Hearts. Or why not pop down on a Wednesday and watch Alan Lavery coach the O’35 Aurora Celtic? Remember Bhoys & Ghirls, the ACSC Golf Tournament is coming up and in June is the NAFCSC Convention. A busy month beckons to continue the celebrations of the league win!

JIMMY JOHNSTONE MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT – JUNE 6, 2008

The Aurora Celtic Supporters Club is proud to be holding the Jimmy Johnstone Memorial Golf Tournament again this year. This hugely successful event will be held as follows:

June 6th 2008
BRADFORD HIGHLANDS GOLF CLUB
23 BROWNLEE DRIVE
BRADFORD
Tee-Off Time: 11:30am
Format: Best Ball
Cost: $95pp

There are 48 places available for this tournament and spots are filling up quickly. The cost includes green fees, cart and a fully catered dinner back at the Aurora Soccer Club. There will also be a prize table. Everyone’s a winner in this hugely successful tournament Bhoys & Ghirls so book your spot now. Contact any ACSC committee member or ASC bar staff for details.

TORONTO F.C. TICKETS - SEASON 2008

The Aurora CSC has purchased two season tickets for Toronto FC 2008 season home games. In keeping with our policy from last season, the tickets were balloted among paid up members and drawn as follows:

April 19, 08: Real Salt Lake - Hugh Heron
April 26, 08: Kansas City Wizards - Brian Girot
May 1, 08: New York Red Bulls - James McMurray ( Jnr )
May 17, 08: Columbus Crew - Patricia Dunbar
May 21, 08: DC United - Jim Quinn
May 31, 08: LA Galaxy - Gerald Woodman
June 14, 08: Colorado Rapids - Paul Douglas
June 21, 08: Kansas City Wizards - John Pavalonis
July 19, 08: San Jose Earthquakes - John Lavery
July24, 08: MLS All Star Game West Ham United - Betty Meechan
August 3, 08: FC Dallas - Tom Brannan
August 23, 08: New England Revolution - Gerry Milne
Sept 6, 08: Chivas USA - John Murray
Sept 13, 08: Columbus Crew - Tom McArdle
Sept 27, 08: Houston Dynamo - James Lavery
Oct 18, 08: Chicago Fire - Kevin Brannan

PLEASE NOTE: If you are unable to attend the game to which you were drawn, please contact a Committee member to see if any other Club member would like the tickets.

N.A.F.C.S.C. 2008 CONVENTION – BRAMALEA, ONTARIO
This year’s Federation convention will be held in Bramalea from June 22-29. Full details of the convention events, including the golf tournament and banquet can be found in the following link:

http://www.bramaleaceltic.com/Bramalea08.htm

Anyone interested in attending any of the events, please notify a Committee member as the Club is responsible for arranging tickets etc.

For a listing of dates and times for all forthcoming games, check the 'Events' page.

HAIL HAIL

ACSC COMMITTEE