Another fine result for the 'Gers. Roll on Saturday. Will be stocking up on the beers for that one.

@carrickblue as you say, need to keep the eyes on the prize.

We Are The People.

A tricky game for the 'Gers this coming Sunday with playing Aberdeen at Pittodrie. No doubt Aberdeen will be up for the game but an away win will give the 'Gers a lot of confidence. As the players and management have been saying, one game at a time. The right attitude to take.

Another good win for Rangers. Two cracking goals by Morelos. Two rare moments in the game: Tav missed a penalty and Rangers conceded a goal. 

WATP

An incredible achievement. Well done to those who setup the fund and those who support it. For a great cause.

https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/19005079.rangers-fans-1m-erskine-boost/?ref=fbshr&fbclid=IwAR0qx2HZz2G5bzI2bdfv8c3Q297B0bPtlixI8cUiP0W2UtYVzZaPLJuaI7g

The Rangers Supporters Erskine Appeal was launched in 2007 and has been at the forefront of a drive to raise funds to aid residents and staff at the four care home sites.

The group have contributed to countless projects for Veterans living in Erskine’s establishments, including a Sporting Memories room, a Reminiscence room, a Namaste room and a Bridge Activities room.

 

And secretary Tom Clark - who was the main behind the formation of the RSEA - is delighted to have surpassed a significant target.

He said: “To reach over £1,000,000 for the Erskine Veterans has been a labour of love and I am delighted we have now passed this milestone.

“To every single person who has donated a pound or given an hour of their time, thank you. Without them, we wouldn’t exist or have achieved what we have. Massive gratitude and thanks also goes to our Honorary President, the late Harold Davis, and his wife Vi.

 

READ: Gordon Smith pays tribute to veterans and Rangers support as RSEA hits £1million mark

“Our gratitude extends to our Patrons, alongside the countless organisations who have supported the RSEA over the years, of which there would be far too many to mention individually.”

The efforts from Clark and his fellow Rangers fans have been invaluable for Erskine as cash has been raised through the sale of badges, golf days, charity dinners and even sponsored abseils and zip-slides over recent years.

The RSEA was named Volunteer Fundraising Group of the Year from the Institute of Fundraising Scotland in 2011 and has had support from a host of Ibrox heroes such as Richard Gough, Ian Ferguson, Lee Wallace and Dave Smith.

Former Gers striker Gordon Smith - whose grandfather Gordon Bullock fought at Gallipoli and the Somme during the First World War - has now succeeded Davis (below) as President of the organisation.

 

And Erskine chief executive, Ian Cumming MBE, has expressed his gratitude to the Rangers support for their charitable work that has been so important to the lives and wellbeing of our Veterans.

Cumming said: “Raising more than a £1 million pounds for any charity takes extraordinary motivation, focus and stamina.

“Everyone at Erskine is enormously grateful to the Rangers Supporters Erskine Appeal for their innovation, energy and resolve in exceeding this target and their generosity over the years, has made a world of difference to the lives of Scotland’s wartime heroes.

READ: Rangers legends thank Ibrox fans as Erskine appeal breaks £1million barrier

“The hard work of the Rangers Supporters Erskine Appeal is one of a kind and it showcases the impact that a group of like-minded people can have on the lives of others.

“The fundraising efforts of everyone involved at the RSEA continues to transform the lives of those under Erskine’s care.

“For that, we are indebted to each and every supporter who has donated to the cause over the past 13 years, and to them we say a heartfelt thank you.”

The RSEA has continued to fundraise throughout the pandemic thanks to dedicated merchandise sales, which went a long way towards making Christmas special for every Erskine Veteran as shoeboxes were filled with gifts from Rangers fans so all 339 residents received a present.

 

The group also aided the crucial purchase of lifting aids and an assisted bath and refurbishment of the physiotherapy department in The Erskine Home and, most recently, the purchase of a hybrid vehicle.

Lesley Wylie, manager of Erskine Park Home, said: “The Rangers Supporters Erskine Appeal have been tireless in their support for the best part of a decade, and it is difficult to thank them enough.

“Their fundraising has enabled us to develop specialist support across each of the houses at Erskine Park and beyond. This allows us to provide residents with a quality of care that greatly improves their well-being and quality of life.”

*You can support Erskine at: www.erskine.org.uk/support-our-work/donate/

I'm sure Livingston are gutted tonight after dropping 2 points v Celtic 

14 hours ago, carrickblue said:

I'm sure Livingston are gutted tonight after dropping 2 points v Celtic 

Agree. From what I read Livingston were all over Celtic. Hopefully Livi will win all three points when they play them at home on Wednesday. In the meantime, here's to Rangers winning at Motherwell later today.

4 hours ago, Boyne said:

Agree. From what I read Livingston were all over Celtic. Hopefully Livi will win all three points when they play them at home on Wednesday. In the meantime, here's to Rangers winning at Motherwell later today.

not quite on it in this first half, hoping we can sort that out at half time

1 hour ago, carrickblue said:

not quite on it in this first half, hoping we can sort that out at half time

Yes, not at it in the first half and a much better second half performance. Motherwell made it tough for the 'Gers but felt that our passing should have been a bit quicker. A win would have been nice but still unbeaten and 21 points clear.

WATP

Great statement from Super Ally from a few years ago. 

 

A great pub in a town I know very well. Looking forward to visiting the pub and town when it's safe to do so.

On 16/01/2021 at 18:07, carrickblue said:

I'm sure Livingston are gutted tonight after dropping 2 points v Celtic 

Another good result for Livingston but they must be gutted again after dropping 2 points. Now a 20 point game and the Lego eater was sent off after only being on the pitch for 5 minutes.

Another great result for the 'Gers today. 23 points clear of the team in second place and a vastly superior goal difference.

WATP.

Donegall Pass Belfast

 

6 hours ago, carrickblue said:

Donegall Pass Belfast

 

Great picture. One step closer. Can see loads of similar paintings, banners etc being put up around the U.K. and indeed the rest of the World. Tricky game against Hibs on Wednesday. May have to miss the start of the game, guess on how we're doing against Wolves.

get in! come on Rangers  

another great win - I think that Chelsea team could learn a few things from Rangers this year

WATP

 

Just now, carrickblue said:

another great win - I think that Chelsea team could learn a few things from Rangers this year

WATP

Yes, a great win. Good passing and movement and I like the way that the substitutions don't affect the style of play. Great goal by Morelos and he probably should have scored a hat-trick. Still a win is a win and 3 more points. 

WATP

https://www.forces.net/news/rangers-fans-raise-money-red-arrows-display-celebrate-title

Would be great if the flight goes ahead. If not, money will go to that great cause, the Erskine.

If not maybe the Blue Angels 🙂

 

7 hours ago, Scott said:

If not maybe the Blue Angels 🙂

 

I'm sure I saw the Blue Angels at an Air Show in the U.K. a few years ago. I do admire the pilots in display teams. Their skills are incredible especially when you see two planes heading to each other at hundreds of miles per hour and pass within feet of each other.

To see a display over Ibrox and then heading over to Glasgow to Parkhead would be wonderful with trails of red, white and blue smoke. i have to buy a bottle of whisky to celebrate, probably a cask strength Talikser.

 

 

Yes sir, when Rangers lift the cup it will be a Talisker day.