 |
| War Eagle from the Atlanta Auburn Club! |
|
|
Greetings!
Some Breaking News about Coach Tuberville to pass along to everyone tonight, and we didn't want to wait until the morning. See below for details. If you have some thoughts you want to share about all of this, send them to us. We'll include them in the next newsletter.
Paul Hemphill will be signing his new book on AU football after work on Thursday at Manuel's Tavern. It will be a great gathering, so come out and join the AAC! Full details below.
Also, the Christmas shopping season is upon us. The AAC has a lot of great deals to share with all Auburn Tigers, including special offers from the Georgia Aquarium and Guthrie's two metro Atlanta locations, discounted Thrasher tickets, and a new offer from Murphy's Popcorn in Marietta. The AAC also has club T-shirts, ornaments, Auburn chocolates, and some stuffed Aubie dolls (for pets or children) that make perfect gifts and stocking stuffers! More information in the newsletter, or contact us.
War Eagle!
The Atlanta Auburn Club
Contact us at: communications@atlantaauburnclub.org
Member of the AAC? Download an application from our website or send us an email.
Note: To forward this email to other Tigers, click on the "Forward Email" link at bottom. |
BREAKING NEWS: Tuberville Resigns as Auburn's Head Football Coach
 AUBURN -
Tommy Tuberville
is resigning as head football coach at Auburn, announced Athletics
Director Jay Jacobs, Wednesday. Tuberville has served as the program's
head coach the last 10 seasons.
"The last 10 years have been a great time in my life, both
professionally and personally," Tuberville said. "It's been a great
place to coach and live, and we've had a lot of success along the way.
I'm going to remain in Auburn and help the Auburn family however I can.
I'm very appreciative of the coaches, players, staff and Auburn fans
over the last decade."
In 10 years at Auburn, Tuberville posted an 85-40 record and a
51-29 mark in Southeastern Conference play. Tuberville directed the
program to eight winning seasons, including a perfect 13-0 mark in
2004.
"Tommy and I have had the opportunity to discuss the direction
of the program," Jacobs said. "Through those discussions, Tommy felt it
would be in his and the program's best interest to step aside as
Auburn's head football coach."
"We appreciate everything Tommy has done for this program,
this university and the Auburn community over the last 10 years,"
Jacobs said. "He has established a strong foundation to build upon and
we thank him for the standard he set. We wish Tommy and his family-wife
Suzanne, and sons Tucker and Troy-nothing but the best."
The buyout portion of Tuberville's contract will be fulfilled,
from which no state or university funds will be used. All assistant and
contractual staff will be paid according to their respective contracts.
"I will begin the search immediately for Auburn's next head
football coach," Jacobs said. "We will move as quickly and efficiently
as we possibly can, but we're going to be thorough and strategic with
our search to find the best fit for Auburn."
A press conference with Athletics Director
Jay Jacobs will be held at 11 a.m. CT in the Athletic Complex
Auditorium on Thursday. The press conference will be closed to the
public.
----
Additional Coverage:
Associated Press: Tuberville out at Auburn
New York Times: Tuberville is out at Auburn; Who's Up Next?
WSFA: Where does Auburn Go From Here?
Sporting News: Five Thoughts on Tuberville Leaving Auburn
AJC: Will UGA or Georgia Tech Pursue Lovejoy OL Andre Harris
ESPN: Solid Auburn Recruiting Class Could Remain Intact
|
Paul Hemphill Holds AU Book Event Thursday at Manuel's Tavern
Atlanta and Auburn's own Paul Hemphill is holding a book-signing party at Manuel's Tavern Thursday after work. Come out and join him - and the Atlanta Auburn Club - to celebrate the publication of his new book, A Tiger Walk Through History: The Complete Story of Auburn Football from 1892 to the Tuberville Era. It makes a great Christmas gift for any Auburn football fan!
When: Thursday, December 4, 6-8 p.m. Free wings and draft beer.
Manuel's Tavern is located at: 602 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307; (404) 525-3447
Check out Paul's website at www.PaulHemphill.net
Paul will also talk about his book at a reception in his honor next week - Wed Dec. 10, at 3 pm CT in the Ariccia lounge in The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center.
In this book, he chronicles Auburn's football program from the first game, coached by Auburn legend George Petrie, to the present. Contributors to the volume include Rheta Grimsley Johnson, Ken and Joy Ringer, Anne River Siddons, Jim Stewart and Cynthia Tucker and Auburn athletic director emeritus David Housel.
|
AU Cheerleader in Finals for Athlon Sports' Spirit Competition
 Auburn cheerleader Faith Palmer is a finalist in Athlon Sports' 2008 Sideline Spirit competition. She is now competing for top honors against contestants from Bowling Green,
Florida
State, Kentucky,
Indiana, Nebraska, Oregon State, and West
Virginia. Voting ends at
midnight on Friday, December 12.
See Faith's page on the Athlon website by clicking here
The winner will be
featured in the 2009 Athlon Sports College Football magazine and her squad
will receive $1000, and other great prizes.
There are two ways to vote:
Option 1:
Then create an Athlon Sports account by clicking on the registration/voting link in
the upper right hand corner and filling out the requested information.Login-in to your account and vote for your favorite contestant! You can
vote up to 20 times per day.
Option 2:
Log-on to your Facebook account. Join the Facebook group
Athlon
Sports Sideline Spirit and add the voting application to your account. With this option you can vote up to 10 times per day. |
Great AAC Discount for Thrashers-Bruins on December 12
See Thrashers and Save BIG on Ticket Prices!
 Here is a great deal for all Auburn Tiger fans. Get a special AAC discount for tickets to watch the Thrashers take the ice against the Bruins.
Discount Ticket Prices available:
$78 seats for $37.25 each
$62 seats for $32.25 each
$42 seats for $27.25 each
$32 seats for $22.25 each
ALL TICKETS INCLUDE A CHICK-FIL-A SANDWICH, FRIES, AND A DRINK!
To order yours, contact the Atlanta Thrashers: Eric Anderson at Eric.Anderson@atlantaspirit.com or 404-878-3820. (And tell him "War Eagle!")
DEADLINE TO ORDER: December 10, 2008. Group tickets are based on availability - note that this game may sell out prior to the deadline....so get your tickets now!
|
Upcoming Auburn Sports Events in Metro Atlanta & Nearby
December
4 - Swim & Dive in Atlanta All Day
5 - Swim & Dive in Atlanta All Day
6 - Swim & Dive in Atlanta All Day
January
23 - W Tennis at Georgia Tech All Day
29 - W Basketball at Georgia 6:00 pm
31 - W Tennis at Clemson All Day
February
1 - W Tennis at Clemson All Day
7 - W Gymnastics at Georgia 3:00 pm
18 - M Basketball at Georgia 6:30 pm
27 - Swim & Dive at Georgia All Day
28 - Swim & Dive at Georgia All Day
March
1 - Swim & Dive at Georgia All Day
April
3 - M Tennis at Georgia 3:00 pm
|
Information From the Auburn Alumni Association & AU Web Links
Here's the latest ALUM information and some great links to helpful information!
Join/Renew Your ALUM Membership Today!
It's easy, it's fast, and you can do it online. Just click here.
Auburn Friends and Family Tiger Golf Tour - Great for Christmas Gift-giving!
Play golf with fellow Auburn fans at some of the best golf courses in the universe-the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail!! Would make a grrreeat Christmas present for your favorite Tiger. Find out more about this unique golf outing and get a flyer at: http://www.aualum.org/travel/pdf/TigerTour09.pdf
Website for New Arena
The
ground breaking took place for the new arena! There is a great web site
where you can take a virtual tour.Have a look and share it with other
Tigers. Just Click Here!
Atlanta Auburn Club Quick Links for ALUM Assn & Auburn University:
Auburn Game Day Website
Jordan-Hare Stadium Seating Chart
Auburn University Webcams
Downtown Auburn Webcams
WebsiteTiger Cubs
Tiger Troops
Alumni Association Shop
Tiger2Tiger Network Log in
ALUM Network Log in
Update Your Alumni Association Record
Spirit of Auburn Credit Card
Official ALUM Webstore Link to Tiger Rags
War Eagle Travelers
Local Auburn Alumni Clubs around the United States
Local Game Watch Locations Around the United States
Local Auburn Clubs Awarded Scholarships
Auburn Magazine
ALUM Screensavers and Desktop Wallpaper
Auburn Car Tags in Alabama
Auburn Club Special Tag License Plates in Georgia
Other Auburn Car Tags Around the Nation
Listen to the AU Marching Band
Auburn University Channel on YouTube
Auburn FaceBook group
Follow Auburn on Twitter
AUTubeAuburn Photos on Flicker
Auburn University on Wikipedia
Auburn University del.icio.us Links
A reminder: The Atlanta Auburn Club has a music player on our website that plays Auburn band tunes too Check it out! - and we have even more great Links on our website - Click Here!
All Auburn-All Orange Spirit
Do
you have some great video of a War Eagle moment? Or perhaps something
that truly embodies the Auburn spirit? Post it to the AUTube!! And if
you are looking for a good primer on Auburn traditions -- there's a web
link for that too! Check them out:Click Here to go to AUTube - Click Here to read about AU Traditions
Auburn E-Cards
When Hallmark just won't do --- send your favorite Tigers an Auburn E-greeting! It's easy, fast and FREE! Click Here for Auburn E-cards
Something Fun -- ASK AUBIE
Have
you ever wanted to ask Aubie a question or two -- like, what does he do
in his spare time? Or, what's his favorite dessert? Or, maybe, what
does he listen to on his iPod? Well you can quit wondering and start
asking. Just ask Aubie by clicking this link.
DID YOU KNOW??
Life members of the Alumni Association have the chance to make a huge difference in the life of future Auburn students. The Circle of Excellence Society opens the door to direct participation in building the Auburn University Alumni Association Scholarship Endowment. There are three levels of participation: Orange Level ($1,000-$2,499), Orange & Blue Level ($2,500-$4,999), and Diamond Level ($5,000+). Currently, less than 1% of Life members have participated. Auburn needs us now more than ever! For more information, visit: www.aualum.org/membership/circle-excellence.html
Get Involved
There
are nearly 100 local Auburn Clubs throughout the country, and through
these groups alums have the opportunity to participate in various
fund-raising activities either directly for their local club
scholarship or towards the Association's Endowed Scholarship. In
2005-2006, more than $178,000 was raised by local clubs for students in
their areas to attend Auburn.
How else can I give?
Just
make your tax-deductible contribution to the 'Auburn University
Foundation', designating your local club scholarship or the Alumni
Association Endowment in the "Notes" line of your check. Or if you
prefer give online and choose "Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship"
as your gift designation or specify your local club scholarship in the
'note other gift area here' space.
|
|
Special Atlanta Auburn Club Offers
|
Georgia Aquarium Offers Atlanta Auburn Club Discount!!
 The Atlanta Auburn Club now has a great partnership with the Georgia Aquarium!
All Auburn Tigers can purchase tickets for the Georgia Aquarium with a special 10% Atlanta Auburn Club discount!
The aquarium has an Atlanta Auburn Club link that can be accessed by clicking here . The discount is good for general admission tickets as well as regular and family Behind the Scene combination tickets.
This link is also posted on the club website, so be sure to pass the word to all your fellow Tigers!
|
Murphy's Popcorn Offers a Tiger of a Deal for AAC Members
 Murphy's Popcorn on Marietta Square, which is part of the Auburn Family, is offering a Tiger of a deal for Atlanta Auburn Club members -- and just in time for Christmas.
Get a 15% discount on a 2 gallon tin of gourmet
popcorn that includes three flavors: one candied and two savory.
This offer is good for online orders until December 31, 2008.
Just use the code we08 at checkout. Murphy's will have a brand new offer in January. So check out their website by clicking here -- or stop by the store and say "War Eagle!"
Murphy's Popcorn is located at: 107 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060; Phone: 678.355.1733
Fax: 678.355.1734; Email address: info@murphyspopcorn.com; web: www.murphyspopcorn.com
|
No Auburn Tree Should Be Without One!
Get Your Atlanta Auburn Club Exclusive, Limited Edition Ornament
This year, the Atlanta Auburn Club is selling the first in its series of exclusive club-designed ornaments. This year's theme: "Toomer's Corner."
The Atlanta Auburn Club's new ornament program is aimed at raising more scholarship funds - as well as adding some unique and beautiful new treasures to your Auburn collection. The club's design team worked closely with the artist on our chosen theme for 2008. These individually boxed collector ornaments were then handcrafted by artisans in Poland . They are made of mouth-blown glass and each is individually painted by hand. The exclusive collector's edition is also approved by collegiate licensing.
Once they are sold out - that's it! These AAC collector ornaments were produced in a very limited quantity and will not be available in any retail stores. You can purchase them ONLY through the Atlanta Auburn Club.
To order yours - for yourself or for gift-giving -- go to the club website by clicking here and order now! (you will find the link about half-way down the home page)
Price per ornament:
2008 AAC Members: $30/each + postage/handling
Non-members: $35/each + postage/handling
For orders of 10 ornaments or more (yes, we've had some!), please contact the club first for special instructions re: shipping/handling charges.
 
(Front) (Back)
Our AAC design team worked closely with the Auburn-licensed artist on our chosen theme: Toomer's Corner, one of Auburn's most beloved traditions and perhaps the most difficult to tackle design-wise.
These individually boxed collector ornaments were handcrafted by artisans in Poland. They are made of mouth-blown glass and each is individually painted by hand.
Questions? Or to reserve yours, email the club at: communications@atlantaauburnclub.org
|
The Perfect Stocking Stuffer! AAC T-Shirts & Koozies!
It is a fashionable way to say "War Eagle!" in a state where DAWGs abound! Get your Atlanta Auburn Club T-shirt! Sales of the shirt support the club's scholarship fundraising efforts.
Price:
Short sleeve T-shirts: $15.00/each
Long sleeve T-shirts: $20.00/each
Koozies: $1.00/each
If you haven't been able to get to an AAC event to purchase one, email us. We can mail to you if you don't mind covering the postage.
WAR EAGLE!!
(Image left: note that the AU logo and Atlanta Auburn
Club wording are on the front of the shirt in the pocket area. The back
of the shirt features the main design which begins with "Since 1892 at
Piedmont Park..." and includes a photo of the 1892 Auburn Football Team)
|
Chocolate Graphics Alabama Offers AAC Special 10% Discount!
 For all your Auburn chocolate needs, check out the tempting treats made by the AAC's friends at Chocolate Graphics Alabama.
You have seen their beautiful creations in our Silent Auction and in the Chick-fil-A Bowl raffle --- now you can order some for your Auburn friends and family. They've got chocolate schnapps glasses, Auburn Tigers football fields, chocolate lollipops, special chocolate CDs with the AU fight song...and more!
Best of all -- there is a special discount for Atlanta metro area Tigers! Chocolate Graphics Alabama will offer a 10% discount to anyone who responds to this email blast and references: "ATL AU Club".
Click here to see these great chocolates online. Or click the logo to go to their website. You can also contact Chocolate Graphics Alabama toll-free at 1-866-HEY-CHOC; or fax 205-776-8831. |
Milo's Famous Tea Now Found in Metro Atlanta Area Stores
 You tasted it at the AAC golf tournament and our July 15 "Game Day" event at the Cobb Galleria with Coach Tuberville. Now you can find it in Atlanta area stores! Milo's Famous Tea - an Auburn favorite that has its roots in Birmingham - can be purchased at Geater Atlanta area Super Target and Super Wal-Mart stores. They are working on Kroger and Publix, too, so if you don't see it in the refrigerated section (by the juices and milk) - ask for it the next time you're shopping and send them an online comment too!
For more info, click here to check Milo's website! -- And click here to read more about Mio's history
|
 It's about the closest thing to being in Auburn! Stop by one of Atlanta's Guthrie's locations and order the "Auburn Bucket Special."
Mention that you're a member of the Atlanta Auburn Club and get $4.00 off a bucket of 25 chicken fingers. Great for tailgates!
There are two Guthrie's locations in metro Atlanta:
4474 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Atlanta 30338 - Tel: 770-817-0182
3219 Holcombe Bridge Road, Norcross 30092 - Tel: 770-248-4244
|
Get Your Auburn DreamSeat and Support AAC Scholarships
You saw one at the AAC's Game Day event on July 15. It's
another must-have Auburn product -- and this one you can sit in while
watching the Tigers on TV (yes, when you cannot be in Jordan-Hare, a
leather "Auburn" recliner is a real treat -- it even has cup holders!)
DreamSeat
is working with local Auburn clubs to help us raise money for
scholarships. For each chair sold through the AAC, DreamSeat will
donate $125 to our Roy B. Sewell Memorial Scholarship Fund.
And
you get something too! Everyone who orders a chair using the Atlanta
Auburn Club promo code can purchase it at the discounted price of $999
-- they retail on the DreamSeat website for $1,295.
You can order online or by phone, and be sure to ask about their special shipping offer.
PROMO CODE: ATLANTAALUMNI
DreamSeat website
Questions? Contact Adam Beyda at DreamSeat, Tel: 631-656-1066 or ABeyda@dreamseat.com
|
|
Special thanks to the AAC's Corporate Sponsors. Please visit them on our website:
Hill Aircraft & Leasing Corp., The Bucket Shop, The Settings of West Point Lake, Slopes BBQ, Piedmont Better Vision and Stephen Hamilton MD, Keystone Press in Chamblee, IceCarvings.com,
Irons 2 Impact Foundation, OpenConsult, Buck Jones Nursery, Milo's Famus Tea, Larry and Janet Hill/Keller Williams Realty - Your Auburn and Lake Martin Real Estate Team, and Auburn University Club at Yarbrough Farms.
Special thanks, too, to the AAC's Scholarship Supporters. Find out how they help us raise scholarship funds on our website:
Team Shootout, DreamSeat, Total Quality Services, Inc.
If you would like to know more about how you or your company can help support the Atlanta Auburn Club's non-profit 501(c)(3) scholarship fund-raising efforts that give real HOPE to metro area students to attend Auburn University, contact us at: communications@atlantaauburnclub.org
Do you know any other Tiger fans who would like to receive information about club activities and Auburn events in the Atlanta area? Be sure to forward them a copy of this newsletter and remind them to sign up for future issues at our website. Click here: http://www.atlantaauburnclub.org.
The Atlanta Auburn Club is recognized as a not-for-profit corporation by the state of Georgia, and the club's Roy B. Sewell Memorial Scholarship Fund, Inc. holds 501(c)(3) non-profit status from the IRS. The AAC raises thousands of dollars annually to fund scholarships for metro Atlanta area students to attend Auburn University. In 2007, we were able to raise about $30,000 to fund our regular and newly established endowed scholarships. The Greater Atlanta metro area is home to 20,000 Auburn alumni, fans & friends....and still growing. War Eagle!
Making Metro Atlanta an AUBURN Community in 2008!
|
| DISCLAIMER: Auburn University is the owner of all rights, title, and interest in and to the indicia (logo, trademarks, and symbols of Auburn University) used in connection with this web site. Use of the indicia without the express written authorization of Auburn University is prohibited. Auburn University and the Auburn Alumni Association are not responsible for the contents or accuracy of information on the Auburn Club web sites. | |
