Coming together is a beginning.
Keeping together is progress.
Working together is success
Friday 4th January 2013, may not figure as a significant date in the future annual report from Salford City Reds RLFC but what i will be remembered for the night the Salford faithful found their togetherness and voice once more.
The idea for the Save Our Salford fundraiser was only 5 days in the making and in all honestly took a Herculean effort to pull off, more so due to the fact it was days after not only the festive celebrations but also at a time of year when money is to many a figment of the imagination.
When I initially sat down to plan the event in question, I honestly felt that at the most it would merely be an opportunity to raise awareness of the encroaching threat of financial combustion.
As you would of seen from my previous report from the Emergency meeting called by club chairman John Wilkinson OBE ;
mscityredgirl.wordpress.com/2012 ... f-salford/ that the upcoming month would be the most crucial of times in our clubs long and proud history.
I could of course go into detail about the current financial difficulties facing the club, but this blog is to focus on the positives and phenomenal response our rallying cry had from not only the Rugby League community but non rugby league supporting people.
Last night was an absolute triumph , this opinion isn’t just my personal view but was also acclaimed as such by a galaxy of former Salford legends such as , Stuart Littler ,Andy Gregory,Mark Lee,Esene Faimalo, Lokeni Savelo,Ian Blease,Stefan Ratchford , Andy Burgess and Ian Sibitt .
Once the Winner’s of the auctions pay , the toal raised last night will be over £3000
@stuartlittler3: @MsCityRedGirl well done Lou. Awesome x
@steWild13: Great turn out at the fundraising event tonight
Well done tonight Louise you done the club proud xx
The entire first team squad should be commended for attending at such short notice . The lads were true gentlemen ,not only donating money to the cause but by also spending time with the supporters reminiscing ,conversing and smiling in what can wholeheartedly be described as worrying times .
The main attraction of the night was of course the Auction of some truly special items of Memorabilia that was donated by not only former Salford Players,and Supporters but also The RL community and local businesses .
Below you will find a list of the items auctioned on the night, and the amount raised
Stefan Ratchford, Warrington framed Super League Grand Final shirt £500
Signed and Double Framed Malcolm Alker playing shirt £415
England Rugby League shirt , signed by the entire team £110
Adrian Morley , Signed Testimonial Shirt £50
NZ Squad signed Ball £85
Stuart Littler signed shirt £50
Ian Sibbit Signed Shirt £30
Wayne Godwin Shirt £40
Robbie Paul Biography £30
Salford City Reds Cake £10
Willows Heritage Signed and Framed Shirt £350
Jack Spencer Official Players West Tigers Tracksuit,Cap,Shorts and Socks £120
Esene Faimalo USA RL Rare “Baseball ” Style Shirt : £100
As you can see from the above for such a small venue and short notice, I think you will agree that to raise the amount we have so far was an outstanding effort and I would like to say a massive Thank You to the following people for not only their donations of the above items but also their time,money,advice and support :
Paul Highton
Adrian Morley
Andy Gregory
Stuart Littler
Mark Lee
Ian Blease
Esene Faimalo
Lokeni Savelio
Stefan Ratchford
Jack Spencer
Wayne Goodwin
Ian Sibbit
Bobbie Goulding
BBC Radio Manchester
Andy Burgess
Graham Morris
Phil Caplin
Leigh Centurions
Eccles RLFC
Jodie Broughton
Val and Jeff Boardman
Apologies if i have forgotten you, It certainly isn’t intended.
Of course many more items were brought along on the night including, A fully framed and Signed NZ kit , A Signed Adrian Morley Playing Shirt, Alan Hunte’s ,Steve Prescott Charity Match fully signed squad Shirt. These Item’s will be auctioned off at the next fundraising night and via the Save Our Salford group are open to any bids via the Facebook Page : Save Our Salford or through myself on Twitter @MsCityRedGirl .
I have a very special item on it’s way from Australia from former Reds Favourite and South African international Sean Rutgerson . See here for details :m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=7YkY4y8qjcQ&feature=youtu.be&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D7YkY4y8qjcQ%26feature%3Dyoutu.be&gl=GB
As soon as it arrives i will be hitting your timelines requesting your bids.
I would like to say a heartfelt and humble Thank you to each and everyone of you whom has offered not only your support and assistance in ensuring last night was the success I believe it was but also for your kind comments, donations and helping me believe in not only myself but also the spirit of Salford RLFC once more.
Darren Bowden
Susan Goodwin
Claire and Paul Fearnough
Vickys Cupcake Kitchen
Carole Wallwork
Joanne Marshall
Stephen Lavery
Robert Parkinson
All at ST Boniface Social Club
George,Sam,Debbie Baker
Michelle Ryan
Ian Archer
Reece Archer
Nettie Woodward-Styles
Matthew Doogue
Joel Thompson
Sarah Clough (Best of Local Salford)
Tom Rodgers (Salford Online)
Liam Owen
Rebecca and Hannah Fitton
For all those whom were asking where they could send their pledges , Im pleased to announce we now have a bank account and as i believe it we will also be announcing details of a supporters meeting in the next couple of days.
Could the WINNING Bids of the Auction please contact me ASAP to arrange payment and collection.
If you would like to pledge please send any donations to either
SOS Donation appeal C/O 51 Cheetham Road , Swinton M27 4U
OR make a direct payment to:
SOS donation online bank details Co-op bank Acc 65577154 sort code 08-92-99
Reference : SOS Appeal & Please leave your contact name and details.
As always, Much Love and Respect
Louise xx
