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Newsletter #13 - 10 March 2004
Newsletter #13 - 10 March 2004
Dear Edinburgh Supporter
After a much needed win at Murrayfield against Leinster, a young Gunners team travelled down to Llanelli last weekend, and unfortunately came away empty handed as they were defeated 47-12.
Next up for the boys is the familiar sight of the Neath/Swansea Ospreys. Having been drawn against them in the group stages of Heineken Cup, Friday's match will be the fourth time these two sides have met this season. Despite missing a number of players to the Welsh national side and injury, including Shane Williams and the ?Hair Bear Pair' Adam and Duncan Jones, the Ospreys will still be another tough challenge with players such as Andy Newman and Dave Tiueti determined to get revenge for the home and away defeats in the Heineken Cup and even the score at 2-2 for the season.
This week saw nineteen of the Gunners squad taking part in the expanded Scotland training session in Stirling. Well done to all of those that were included, especially those taking part in their first session. I'm sure a speak for all the fans when I say I hope they all came back unscathed and ready for action on Friday!!!
We know it will be tough, but you can do your part by getting right behind the Gunners on Friday night. The players themselves acknowledge that the fans can become the sixteenth man on the pitch for them, so scream, shout, do you whatever you want, just make some noise and help the boys get back to winning ways!
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QUARTER FINAL TO TOULOUSE
If you missed out on the last fantastic trip to Toulouse, or you just want to relive some of those the highlights again you will be pleased to hear that the supporters club have organised another trip to Toulouse for the biggest game in the Gunners history.
Toulouse vs Edinburgh Rugby
10th April KO 16.00HRS (French time)
2 NIGHT PACKAGE £305.00 PER PERSON
3 NIGHT PACKAGE £345.00 PER PERSON
Price inclusive return flights from Edinburgh to Toulouse (via Gatwick), hotel accommodation in twin bedded room with buffet breakfast at the Novotel Toulouse Centre and a match ticket. Single supplement £30.00 per night.
Price subject to flight availability, which is extremely difficult due to the Easter weekend holiday.
Full payment at time of booking.
Tel. Lawries Travels on 0131 554 0471 or email rugby@lawriestravel.co.uk
For further details keep an eye on the web site.
http://www.edinburghgunners.org.uk/index.php?pageid=travel.php
Travelling Independently?
If you are planning to make your own way to Toulouse and haven't done so yet, please contact Ann at Edinburgh Rugby for ticket details. Tel: 0131 346 5252, edinburghrugby@sru.org.uk
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SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER!
Come along the Stewart's Melville clubhouse at Inverleith for our 70's night on Saturday 3rd April.
The night is being sponsored by Caledonian Brewery and is our way of celebrating a season, which has seen many highlights including the Gunners becoming the first Scottish team to reach the knock out stages of the Heineken Cup and the Celtic Cup Final.
Not only can you strut your stuff on the dance floor, but we should also have most of the boys that have made this season one to remember in attendance and we will be presenting our end of season awards!
Thanks to our sponsors the Caledonian Brewery we are also able to offer pints of Caley 80/- and bottles of Deuchars IPA at the fantastic price of £1.50 each, while stocks last.
Numbers are limited so make sure you book your ticket early. They will be priced £15 and will be available from the Supporters clubroom and the concourse at home matches or you can call Ann at Edinburgh Rugby on 0131 346 5252.
If you are a season ticket holder use incentive voucher B in your season ticket or 6 pack and get your ticket for £12, saving £3!!
http://www.edinburghgunners.org.uk/index.php?pageid=events.php
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FANS FORUM
Ever wanted to get something off your chest about Edinburgh Rugby but didn't know where to go? Whether it's your Heineken Cup hopes, general Celtic League chat, or even you International ideas, come and share your views with other Gunners fans on our new Supporters Club Forum.
http://www.edinburghgunners.org.uk
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JUNIORS
A big well done to everyone that took part in the mascot parade before the match against Leinster at Murrayfield and we hope you enjoyed it!
Following the fantastic response to our competition to find a mascot for the home game against Leeds a few weeks back, the supporters club are please to announce that we have arranged to provide the mascots for several of the remaining homes games this season. The lucky children will again be selected at random so if you know anyone interested please complete the application form in the clubroom at any home game. Alternatively you can email the child's name, age, season ticket number and contact details to juniors@edinburghgunners.org.uk
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FANCY A FRIDAY NIGHT OUT WITH A DIFFERENCE?
Why not come along to Meadowbank and have a curry, 2 bottles of Deuchars IPA in association with Caledonian Brewery and watch Edinburgh take on the Neath/Swansea Ospreys on Friday 12th March all for £20 or £15 for season ticket holders.
Places will be limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. For further details visit the information booth on Friday night, visit www.edinburghrugby.com or contact Claire at Edinburgh Rugby: claire.watt@sru.org.uk or 0131 346 5263.
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TUG O' WAR
Fancy being part of the match day action? Ever wanted to try your hand at the Tug O' War, or do you have an experienced team?
Edinburgh Rugby is running a new Half-Time Tug O' War competition and they are looking for teams to volunteer. Teams should be of 6 participants and the best of three will be declared the winner. Prizes will range from tickets to Gunners merchandise!
There will be several categories that you can enter your team in: Mens, Womens, Under 16's, Under 12's or Mixed.
If the competition proves to be a success Edinburgh Rugby will run a league, with a larger prize at the end.
For further details visit the information booth on Friday night, visit www.edinburghrugby.com or contact Claire at Edinburgh Rugby: claire.watt@sru.org.uk or 0131 346 5263.
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Edinburgh Rugby Supporters Club - Be Part Of The Team!
http://www.edinburghgunners.org.uk
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