Jags Trust – Partick Thistle Supporters' Association

A reminder to members that the closing date for nominations for those seeking election to the Trust Board is Monday 20th May at 5pm.

All fans and members are advised that this year’s Player of the Year Presentation & Dance has now completly sold out.

The Jags Trust will host the annual gathering of Thistle Fans and Friends, Supporters Branches, Stewards, the Manager, Players and Backroom Staff at the Player of the Season 2012 – 2013.

The great game is all about opinions.

In your opinion does the Thistle team of 2012 – 2013 have an Alan Rough, Peter Lindau, Grant Tierney, Ray Farningham, Maurice Johnston or Danny Lennon?

What attributes do we seek to find in the nominees?

ABILITY – to defend or score goals; to read the game and spread the ball

ATTITUDE – positive demeanour; professionalism; exemplary disciplinary record

CONSISTENCY – ever present; dependable; plays to their strengths

IMPORTANCE – glues the team together; leadership qualities

TEAMWORK – unselfish; roles up their sleeves and gets stuck in; plays for the squad

Buy your ticket early to ensure you see who walks away with the title.

PRESENTATION & DANCE

Saturday 4 May 2013

Aitken Suite, Firhill,

Doors Open 8pm – late

Access by ticket only – £5 (limited numbers available)

Tickets available from JT kiosk (formerly Warriors) in the Jackie Husband Stand or chair@jagstrust.co.uk

Morag McHaffie

Chairperson

For the past few years, the Trust has run a competition where by if you have renewed your Trust membership by the 31st of December, you are automatically entered into a draw to win 2 places at hospitality at Firhill.

The winner of this year’s draw is Charles Maxwell! Congratulations Charles!

It is only with the continued support of our members that we can continue to try and grow, reach our goals and ultimately see a Partick Thistle which is successful both on and off the pitch.

So far this season alone, we have sponsored  the Manager’s page in the matchday programme, sponsored the Home top of Steven ‘Son of Joe’ Craig as well as paying for the purchase of a new Physio’s table for use by Kenny Chricton.

Moving on to the community side of things we have so far held the Festive Raffle in conjunction with Community Central Halls, agreed to donate sales of the Red ‘N Yellow Forever books to a local blind community and we also hope to be able to sponsor the soon to launch Partick Thsitle Ladies football team.

On top of these, we also hope to bring you news in the next few days of another big investment from the Trust to the club so watch this space!

Earlier this month the draw for the Festive Raffle took place and we’re delighted to list the lucky winners below:

Hospitality for 4 at Firhill – Craig Stewart

£50 Slaters voucher – Graham Nisbet

£50 Slaters voucher – Russell Anderson

Tubing party for 12 – Fiona Harvey

Festive Hamper – Janet Hopkins

Bottle of Smirnoff Vodka – Alistair Liddell

Bottles of Wine – Catherine Anderson

Bottle of Whiskey – Clydie Taylor Jr

Sat Nav – Alan Limond

Hairdressing appointment at Toni Ferguson- Henrietta Simpson

Hotel Du Vin Lunch – AG Hardcastle

Boxes of Chocolates – S Brown

As always, a huge thank you to those who took part in this year’s raffle, those who donated prizes and of course Community Central Halls, our partner in this fundraiser.

For those who are looking to purchase the red ‘n’ yellow scarves, please see  here.

If you want to buy the Red & Yellow Forever book by Robert Reid then please follow this link.

A reminder also that the money raised from the sale of these books will be matched by the Trust and donated to the Woodside Partially Sighted Group who meet in Community Central Halls.

Online via eBay – Christmas Cards, “Red & Yellow Forever” and Scarves

Or order through secretary@jagstrust.co.uk or chair@jagstrust.co.uk

Christmas Cards!

“Firhill Winter Wonderland” – £5 for 6 cards

Festive Raffle!

Raffle Books £5 or £1 per ticket

Available from Gary Gentles at Community Central Halls or 26 December Jags Trust kiosk at Firhill (Warriors old kiosk in JH Stand)

Prizes include – Hospitality for four at Firhill, Festive Hamper, “Tubing” at Bearsden Ski Club, vouchers for Slaters Menswear, Hotel de Vin, a city Hair Salon.

The Jags Trust, in Partnership with Community Central Halls (CCH), thanks you in advance for your continued support of the Festive Raffle 2012.

Draw takes place on 31 December 2012 so make sure your money and ticket stubs are returned in plenty of time.  Deadline not to be missed!

“Red & Yellow Forever”

Great Glasgow Alternative stocking filler!

Did you ever get a copy of the book written by Thistle historian Robert Reid?

Limited numbers for sale so don’t be disappointed – available on ebay

Buy a copy now and the proceeds will help The Jags Trust contribute to the continued work of a small but very worthwhile community group working in Maryhill.

Note from Rosemary Nimmo, leader of Woodside group for those with visual impairment.

Hi to all Jags Fans old and new,

I am writing to thank you in advance for your support and to let you know how much the members of the Woodside partially sighted group appreciate this generous donation.

We are a self funding group and meet in Community Central Hall on a Tuesday Afternoon. Over the past thirty years we have catered for the needs of both men and women aged 50plus, of which a number within the group have been loyal Jags fans.

Some of you will know the history of my family.

For the older generation of Thistle fans my late mother Mary Donaldson ran the Maryhill Supporters bus for many years. My late husband George Nimmo was a member of the North West Supporters bus, and my Grandson Dean was up until recently a Ballboy at Firhill and loved every minute of his time there. Only recently Dean secured a work placement at Firhill and was delighted to be part of the set up, if even only for a week.

I am delighted that the Jags Trust and Thistle fans have made such a wonderful gesture in offering to support the people in their community at this time of the year.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Rosemary

“The Arches” 253 Argyle St G2 8DL on Monday 26 November 2012 starting at 6pm.

These events feature famous figures from Scottish football discussing the issues in a ‘Question Time’ style session and open to all fans.

Panel – Tom Boyd, Pat Nevin, Gordon Smith, Paul Goodwin Head of SDS.

Compere – Chris Kane

Anyone wishing to attend is urged to register in advance by email to roadshows@supporters-direct.org with a note of the person attending name and date of birth. Entry is free. Full details of all events can be found at www.scottishfans.org.

Ramsden Cup – Semi Final (Sunday 14 October 2012)

Follow the Thistle!

Have you thought about following The Jags to away matches but just never got around to it? 

It can be rather lonely, and lengthy, to travel by car or public transport to grounds like Central Park Cowdenbeath, so why not travel in the company of other Jags fans?

Contact the bus convenors to confirm times, departure points & book your seat on one of the following:

City Centre  (Duncan 07979496154)

Pick-up – Q-Club;  Station Bar Cowcaddens

Cumbernauld  (Paul  07926803867)

Edinburgh & East of Scotland  (Kenny 07789037878)

Jordanhill  (Ian 07779668357) or (Hugh 07946823973)

Pick-up – Jordanhill Station;  Thornwood Bar

North West  (Morag 01416323604)

Pick up – Milngavie Station;  Esquire House  Anniesland;  Community Central Halls Maryhill