Howe: Testimonial game will be a great occasion

April 26, 2013

Manager Eddie Howe believes it will be a “great occasion” when West Ham visit the south coast for Stephen Purches’ testimonial game.

The Cherries will welcome Sam Allardyce’s team to the Goldsands Stadium on Saturday 13th July, and Howe believes Purches’ former club represent the perfect opposition to celebrate the long serving defender’s ten seasons at the club.

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Purches launches testimonial year with reunion dinner

April 23, 2013

2003 team photo

AFC Bournemouth’s 2003 promotion winning squad returned to Dean Court on Sunday (21st April) to help long serving defender Stephen Purches kick-off his testimonial year.

The squad, including captain Carl Fletcher and fans’ favourites Steve Fletcher and Wade Elliott, were reunited for the first time since their memorable win at the Millennium Stadium at the sold out event, which was sponsored by Alan & Thomas Insurance Group.

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Alan & Thomas to sponsor play-off reunion dinner

March 21, 2013

Alan & Thomas II

Dorset’s leading insurance broker Alan & Thomas Insurance Group will sponsor next month’s 2003 Play-Off Final Reunion Dinner at Dean Court.

The Poole and Gillingham based broker, who have strong ties with a number of local sporting and charity initiatives, enjoys a good relationship with the Cherries having been long-term supporters of the club.

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