Off the field operations

I’ve spent enough time in and around the SOL to know that I absolutely do not wanna see our lads running around in tight Lycra thanks.

 

I think the message of the poppies falling and settling at the bottom of the shirt is subtle and very poignant. I love it and have bought it. Hopefully a good wedge goes to the RBL.

 

Advertised today & posting here as may be of interest to someone?

 

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That's all great and I wish them well ...

... but, ffs, who took and authorised that photograph

https://www.safc.com/news/2024/nove...sociation-shop-open-and-what-fans-can-expect/

 

Couldn't agree more mate...I think it's such a meaningful and intelligent touch. Proud of my club.

 

Noticed the stadium roof is getting a good clean and paint today. North east corner today had lads on painting the poles and jet washing.

 

Good, it’s certainly needed

 

My cousin is on that she works in there.

 

Great story for the little fella.

 

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Foundation of Light PFA Player Ambassador, Aji Alese, and teammate Jenson Seelt marked EFL Week of Action with a visit to the Beacon of Light.

The Sunderland AFC defensive duo met young supporters from the Foundation of Light’s programmes and got involved in some activities.

“I think for the club, it’s good to be engaged with fans. The kids are a massive part of the fanbase.” said Alese after stopping for several photographs with young Black Cats.

On the facilities on offer at the Beacon of Light, he added: “From the kids’ point of view, it’s good for them to have a place that they can come to and express themselves.

“Whether it’s in sports, eSports, drawing, or whatever it is, there’s lots of stuff to do here. I’ve never seen anything like this.

“Growing up I had leisure centres and local gyms and stuff like that, but never anywhere like this where you can do a variety of things, indoor and outdoor.

“It’s great for the kids. I wish I was one of them and I had this facility.”

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The pair toured the facilities of the Beacon of Light, heading to the World of Work zones including the eSports room where they spent some time with the participants and talked about their upcoming project to design a game.

Next stop was the indoor arena where they joined youngsters enjoying a multi-game and activity session, getting involved in games of 'crab football' and 'Mario tag.'

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Finally, the Black Cats stars headed to the outdoor pitches to join football course participants for a kickabout, before heading up to the rooftop pitch to see the facility.

On their day at the Beacon, Seelt said: “Ajax was my favourite team when I was young, and my dad always took me to these like ‘kids’ days.’

“I had a little experience when I was young, and I always enjoyed it, so I know how it feels for the kids. It’s always nice when you get recognition, and the fans are happy to see you.”

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Christ, have they put the prices up recently. Seems steep.

 

Bloody hell, how much?!

 

162 for Quinn's bar is an absolute joke of a price btw