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TheStar Total Football Coverage Launch with Shebby Singh & Hannah Tan
It was impromptu. I received an SMS from Anand, who was once the head of the Arsenal Football Supporters Club Malaysia, on Tuesday telling me to put on my Arsenal jersey and head over to TheStar office on Thursday for a football blog launch.
(Launch of theStar's Football Blog @ TheStar Office in PJ)
Mel got her Arsenal jersey on time from NIKE and we both walked to The Star office from my workplace in the adjacent building (I work @ the CP Tower). Shortly after we arrived, we were interviewed about my expectations for Arsenal this season. I told the reporter that I’m expecting the same commitment since last season, a third place finish. I do not expect them to win any silverware, simply because the lack of depth that will haunt us at some stage.
(Shebby dabbles his words in theStar Foot Blog)
The reporter then asked me why I supported Arsenal, I told her it was because of my abhorrence for Liverpool. Back in the late 80s, you’re either an Evertonian or a Liverpudlian. So I told myself that the next team that smashes the dominance of these 2 bozo clubs will have my support. Cue Arsenal, winning 2-0 at Anfield on the final day to beat Liverpool to the title. OLE! TheStar writeup.
(Me being interviewed on my thoughts of Arsenal this season)
I also had a good 10 minute chat with Shebby Singh, who was really earthy and was a pleasant chap. We chat about Arsenal, and his belief that the Gunners will be a force to reckon with again in the future because of his huge admiration for Wenger and the Arsenal style of play. He spoke to Mel & I like a sports commentator, exactly what you see on TV. LOL. I’ve e-mailed the photos to him.
(Gallivanter & Kadazanbonita with Shebby Singh)
Then, Mel caught Hannah Tan’s attention, and she gave Mel that “Oh-hi-haven’t-seen-you-in-a-while” look. Hannah has met Mel before in Borneo Baruk last March 2008. We quickly snapped a photo with her, and then spoke to her personal assistant, whom I casually pitched the idea of SBG09, perhaps with Hannah’s appearance.
(Hannah Tan with Mel & I)
I had Sabah in mind when I spoke to Shebby too. Let’s see shall we? May 2009 is definitely a quiet month for football, and there’s no major football event next year. Perhaps a Sabahan Bloggers Kaamatan Gathering? Shall leave that to the organizers, as I’m officially “retiring”. 
Liverpool hooraaayyy.. still alive! Hahaha!
now May 09… hmmm I probably won’t be around. Thats the family gathering time somewhere interior again.. or somewhere up the mountain again.. araimaitee to the max.
Waw kaamatan gathering…
ARSENAL ROCKS!
I don’t care if they’re at the bottom of the league…They’ll always be my boys. *i gotta get that shirt Mel’s wearing. I bought mine from a pasar malam in Titiwangsa, heh heh, don’t think it’s gonna last long*
Melissa-are u sure u want to pakai that baju?Budak lelaki punya baju ba that..not perempuan top. Nike doesnt have girl’s jersey for arsenal …wasted kan?!
im no football fan…so i diam2 only lah.
but its good to know that u are starting to plan for the next SBG09.
papajoneh – It’s OK bah Papa J, Mel pun can’t make it in May, so kita postpone trip to June/July.
massy – It’s just a suggestion to the organizers, as I think I’ll opt out for the next one. You wanna join the committee?
Melissa – High five! This means we definitely need to hang out bah the next time Mel & I visit KK.
emelda – Actually, Arsenal do have ladies jersey bah, Arsenal even have a ladies team who has been dominating England and Europe.
chegu carol – No football fan, come, join us in supporting the most entertaining team in football.
SBG09 me will not be involved, shall leave it to the super Sabah organizing team. 
how to register sabah fun club arsenal?