The Premier Ards Supporters' Club reported a successful season of fund-raising for the football club at their AGM, held at the weekend.

Club members heard how supporters raised over £3000 from various events throughout the season, including the bowling competition, club fun-day and 6-a-side tournament.

The supporters' club provided sponsorship in a number of different ways throughout the season, including match and player sponsorship, as well as contributing to the Ards FC golf day.

The club ran a total of 48 buses over the season - ten more than the year before - providing a valuable service for a large number of supporters.

The meeting also elected the committee for the new season including Keith Bailie as Chairman and Lesley McQuiston as Vice-chair. Andrew McCullough will continue as Secretary, while the new Treasurer is Paddy Williams.

The club would like to encourage all former members to re-join the club this season, with dues kept at £20 for adults and £10 for seniors and under 16s. Membership forms are available for download here and should be returned to either Andrew or Keith.

16th September 2009