Here's something to take our minds away from worrying so much about our own footy club. Cheers
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CARLTON FOOTBALL CLUB - ANNUAL REPORT
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
It is with great pleasure that I submit this edited email version
of the 2003 Annual Report to the members of the Carlton Football Club.
2003 was a year of great change for the Blues. I changed the name of the John Elliott Stand, and Denis Pagan changed his 1998 Mitsubishi for a brand new BMW. On-field Carlton shocked the football world by avoiding the spoon and to be honest I was pretty surprised myself. I would like to leave all loyal members with the message that the only way is up, but given that we finished 15th, I can't.
Ian Collins
General Manager, Telstra Dome
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COACHES REPORT
After our record Round 22 thrashing at the hands of my former club I was asked whether I regretted making the move to Carlton. As I have said previously - NO! The money's good and you get September off. Let's face it, a secondary school teacher gets just $40,000 a year and I got 800 big ones and couldn't even teach Luke Livingston how to punch from behind. I eagerly look forward to next year and the CPI rise that accompanies it.
Denis Pagan
Millionaire, Semi-Retired
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FINANCE REPORT
There is both good and bad news in this year's financial report
For the Carlton Football Club. Whilst the club saved $350,000 inunder the table payments, we lost our major Ground Sponsor in Optus.
I would like to assure all Carlton members that every effort was
made to re-secure the tele-communications giant. In an official statement to the club on September 4, Optus Marketing Manager, Jeremy Scholesstated; "Our marketing slogan is 'Yes' but in the case of the Carlton Football Club, Optus is willing to make an exception".
The club is making every effort to find a replacement for Optus.
Phone retailer, Crazy John's was contacted but we were told that
whilst John might be crazy, he's not completely insane. We
received a similar response from whitegoods specialist Kenn Bruce.
Undeterred, the club is now looking at companies whose name could become synonymous with the Carlton Football Club. At present we are in discussions with discount retailer Going, Going Gone, anti smoking organisation Quit and sporting goods manufacturer Everlast. An announcement is expected shortly.
Ivan Szer
Finance and Bad-Will
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2003 AWARDS
Best and Fairest - Lawrence Angwin
We would like to congratulate Lawrence Angwin who walked away with the Best and Fairest trophy on the night. Unfortunately, it was actually won by Camporeale. Police are currently investigating.
Best and Fattest - Lance Whitnall
Lance once again wins a trip to Camp Eden on the Gold Coast and is only one year away from becoming a life member at the health resort.
Best Clubman - Justin Murphy
No Carlton player spent more time in clubs this year than Justin.
Heat, Mercury Lounge, Motel, QBar you name the club, Justin was there. He is a worthy recipient of best clubman.
Mark For the Year - Barnaby French
Barnaby took his one mark for the year in Round 21 against
Hawthorn.
Coaches' Award - Mick Martyn
As every Carlton supporter has worked out, Denis loves Mick.
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CARLTON FOOTBALL CLUB - ANNUAL REPORT
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
It is with great pleasure that I submit this edited email version
of the 2003 Annual Report to the members of the Carlton Football Club.
2003 was a year of great change for the Blues. I changed the name of the John Elliott Stand, and Denis Pagan changed his 1998 Mitsubishi for a brand new BMW. On-field Carlton shocked the football world by avoiding the spoon and to be honest I was pretty surprised myself. I would like to leave all loyal members with the message that the only way is up, but given that we finished 15th, I can't.
Ian Collins
General Manager, Telstra Dome
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COACHES REPORT
After our record Round 22 thrashing at the hands of my former club I was asked whether I regretted making the move to Carlton. As I have said previously - NO! The money's good and you get September off. Let's face it, a secondary school teacher gets just $40,000 a year and I got 800 big ones and couldn't even teach Luke Livingston how to punch from behind. I eagerly look forward to next year and the CPI rise that accompanies it.
Denis Pagan
Millionaire, Semi-Retired
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FINANCE REPORT
There is both good and bad news in this year's financial report
For the Carlton Football Club. Whilst the club saved $350,000 inunder the table payments, we lost our major Ground Sponsor in Optus.
I would like to assure all Carlton members that every effort was
made to re-secure the tele-communications giant. In an official statement to the club on September 4, Optus Marketing Manager, Jeremy Scholesstated; "Our marketing slogan is 'Yes' but in the case of the Carlton Football Club, Optus is willing to make an exception".
The club is making every effort to find a replacement for Optus.
Phone retailer, Crazy John's was contacted but we were told that
whilst John might be crazy, he's not completely insane. We
received a similar response from whitegoods specialist Kenn Bruce.
Undeterred, the club is now looking at companies whose name could become synonymous with the Carlton Football Club. At present we are in discussions with discount retailer Going, Going Gone, anti smoking organisation Quit and sporting goods manufacturer Everlast. An announcement is expected shortly.
Ivan Szer
Finance and Bad-Will
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2003 AWARDS
Best and Fairest - Lawrence Angwin
We would like to congratulate Lawrence Angwin who walked away with the Best and Fairest trophy on the night. Unfortunately, it was actually won by Camporeale. Police are currently investigating.
Best and Fattest - Lance Whitnall
Lance once again wins a trip to Camp Eden on the Gold Coast and is only one year away from becoming a life member at the health resort.
Best Clubman - Justin Murphy
No Carlton player spent more time in clubs this year than Justin.
Heat, Mercury Lounge, Motel, QBar you name the club, Justin was there. He is a worthy recipient of best clubman.
Mark For the Year - Barnaby French
Barnaby took his one mark for the year in Round 21 against
Hawthorn.
Coaches' Award - Mick Martyn
As every Carlton supporter has worked out, Denis loves Mick.
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