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A warm, if somewhat belated welcome to the new season at the Old Totts. The summer months did their best to pass slowly as we all looked forward to the World Cup in New Zealand, Wales being the only home country to come out of the campaign with their reputation enhanced.
We have some slight changes to this years committee. Jimmy Foster stood down as President, paving the way for Peter Rose to fulfil what I am sure is a lifetimes ambition and become our new President. I am sure I join you all in thanking Jimmy for his past endeavours and wish Peter all the best as he looks to move our club forward. Nick Dean has come our 1st XV Captain and takes over from James “Biff” Butt,Bubba has taken on the roll of vice to help Nick. Biff performed his duties admirably last season, never missing a game. I know he will offer Nick & Bubba his full support for the rest of the campaign. The club wishes Nick well for the 2011/2012 season, knowing the team is in safe hands.
November offers a full calendar for the Old Totts both on and off the field, As you may be aware November is also the time of year when men (and some women!) grow facial hair to raise awareness for prostate cancer. Norman Neal sported a rather good looking tache 2 years ago. This year I am going for the “bum fluff” look. Unfortunately Trevor De La Salle believes the male population is doing this to honour his 60th Birthday. Trevor has been a major influence on our Club, his work can sometimes go unnoticed amongst the players, however anyone who has served on the committee will tell you he is a hard working and highly committed individual. We are extremely happy to have him as Secretary at our club. I asked around for a few tributes to put in the newsletter. They came thick and fast, mainly thick. Here are a few of the best we received:-
“He shows great promise” – Gibb Ayling
“Who? Oh him. Tell Dad Uni is great, send more money” – Luke De La Salle
“I will pay my subs next week” – Rob Kaffa
“I will have the account up to date next week” – Jake Neal
“Tell him my car insurance is due” – Aimee De La Salle
As you can see many a fine tribute. The Club wishes Trevor a very Happy Birthday and looks forward to celebrating many more together.
Ross Nelson’s wife Sarah also reaches the landmark of her 30th Birthday. Happy Birthday Sarah from all at the Club.
On Friday the 25th November the Old Totts are hosting a golf day to commemorate Peter Codnor’s life. It has been a year since Peter tragically passed away and this is an opportunity for the Club to reflect on Peter’s life. The cost of the day is £25.00 to include a round of golf at Whitewebbs with tea/coffee and a bacon roll. To top this dinner will be served at the clubhouse. All Old Totts are reminded of what Pete did for this Club and attendance is strongly encouraged. Please put your name on the list at the opposite end of the bar.
Christmas is looming large and the inspirational Froggy is once again hosting a Kids Christmas Party on Sunday 18th December. Tickets are just £5.00 per child and Father Christmas has once again confirmed his attendance, he is sending ahead his slightly unhinged and often drunken Elf to entertain the kids. As requested the Elf will NOT dress in a slightly pornographic image this year. Damn…
The Christmas draw shall take the same format as last year, please purchase your numbers from behind the bar for the princely sum of £1.00 per number.
Club members are reminded that subs need to be kept up to date & paid in full, Now !! The 100 club is also still available from Trevor, this forms a vital income source for our great Club and all contributors are thanked.
November also sees the commemoration of Armistice Day. Many past and present members have served our country proudly. Now is the time to thank them with a 2 minute silence. Please remember them by wearing your poppy with pride.
“For our tomorrow they gave their today…”
Until next time.
Jonah
We have some slight changes to this years committee. Jimmy Foster stood down as President, paving the way for Peter Rose to fulfil what I am sure is a lifetimes ambition and become our new President. I am sure I join you all in thanking Jimmy for his past endeavours and wish Peter all the best as he looks to move our club forward. Nick Dean has come our 1st XV Captain and takes over from James “Biff” Butt,Bubba has taken on the roll of vice to help Nick. Biff performed his duties admirably last season, never missing a game. I know he will offer Nick & Bubba his full support for the rest of the campaign. The club wishes Nick well for the 2011/2012 season, knowing the team is in safe hands.
November offers a full calendar for the Old Totts both on and off the field, As you may be aware November is also the time of year when men (and some women!) grow facial hair to raise awareness for prostate cancer. Norman Neal sported a rather good looking tache 2 years ago. This year I am going for the “bum fluff” look. Unfortunately Trevor De La Salle believes the male population is doing this to honour his 60th Birthday. Trevor has been a major influence on our Club, his work can sometimes go unnoticed amongst the players, however anyone who has served on the committee will tell you he is a hard working and highly committed individual. We are extremely happy to have him as Secretary at our club. I asked around for a few tributes to put in the newsletter. They came thick and fast, mainly thick. Here are a few of the best we received:-
“He shows great promise” – Gibb Ayling
“Who? Oh him. Tell Dad Uni is great, send more money” – Luke De La Salle
“I will pay my subs next week” – Rob Kaffa
“I will have the account up to date next week” – Jake Neal
“Tell him my car insurance is due” – Aimee De La Salle
As you can see many a fine tribute. The Club wishes Trevor a very Happy Birthday and looks forward to celebrating many more together.
Ross Nelson’s wife Sarah also reaches the landmark of her 30th Birthday. Happy Birthday Sarah from all at the Club.
On Friday the 25th November the Old Totts are hosting a golf day to commemorate Peter Codnor’s life. It has been a year since Peter tragically passed away and this is an opportunity for the Club to reflect on Peter’s life. The cost of the day is £25.00 to include a round of golf at Whitewebbs with tea/coffee and a bacon roll. To top this dinner will be served at the clubhouse. All Old Totts are reminded of what Pete did for this Club and attendance is strongly encouraged. Please put your name on the list at the opposite end of the bar.
Christmas is looming large and the inspirational Froggy is once again hosting a Kids Christmas Party on Sunday 18th December. Tickets are just £5.00 per child and Father Christmas has once again confirmed his attendance, he is sending ahead his slightly unhinged and often drunken Elf to entertain the kids. As requested the Elf will NOT dress in a slightly pornographic image this year. Damn…
The Christmas draw shall take the same format as last year, please purchase your numbers from behind the bar for the princely sum of £1.00 per number.
Club members are reminded that subs need to be kept up to date & paid in full, Now !! The 100 club is also still available from Trevor, this forms a vital income source for our great Club and all contributors are thanked.
November also sees the commemoration of Armistice Day. Many past and present members have served our country proudly. Now is the time to thank them with a 2 minute silence. Please remember them by wearing your poppy with pride.
“For our tomorrow they gave their today…”
Until next time.
Jonah
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what do you mean that the welsh were the only team with their reputation intact what about the wonderful irish you cheeky sod typical adde.
Excuse me Mr Swarbrigg, It was Jonah who wrote the article & i just posted it..
But while you bring it up ? What did the Old guys of Ireland do ?? they beat a poor Aussie side & got out played by Wales, who were sad to say the Only team with any B.......s to go for it.. Anyway its time you got over here for a beer.
And we are still the only British team to win it. !!
Cant argue with the last bit might be in london in january if so ill pop down if you ever want to come to ireland for rugby/golf let me know can organise both some great deals on golf these days anyway good luck for the new season and ill take the welsh comment on the chin but i think we made the aussies look bad good luck..
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