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Ayr United fans prove it's a team effort at Somerset Park
Ayr United supporters, the organisation looked to establish a regular cashflow to the playing budget at Somerset Park.A whopping total of £120,000 later, it’s safe to say those contributing to the cause have more than done their bit.But the team at the head of the Fund see this as the tip of the iceberg, having as they do an active membership of 160 people.“We know the potential is out there for more,” says treasurer Robert Ritchie, whose number crunching helps keep the books ticking over.Since inception, the ‘500 Fund’ has worked tirelessly to funnel cash towards the manager of the day.Committee chairman Willie McCulloch says: “In any business, your staff costs are crucial.“And at a football club, that becomes mostly about the players.“So
