New Additions 2006/07

Right-back & Fixtures Manager - Sam Yusef View Profile>>

Forward - Adam Bulmer

Forward - Eduardo Romaneiro

Left Wing - Wayne Bentley

Midfield - Richard Forde

Midfield - Libor Helis

Centre-Back & Co-Manager - Gavin Duffy

Goal Keeper - Akihiro Kanemitu

Centre-Back - Benjamin Reeder

Midfield - Gregory Noone

Winger - Robert Nestor

Winger - Takeshi Imanishi

Current Celts

Centre-Back - Glynn Gillett

Once upon a time had a fine mop of curly red hair.

Sadly, along with his pace, this has diminished rapidly over the years. Now 33, one of the longest serving members of the Celts.

Captain & Midfield - Dermot Hanlon

Known to spend more time getting his hair ready than on the actual football pitch. Owns several brands of hair gel, and known to wear womens clothes on occasion (according to Benny) sugoi skebe.

Full Back Co-Manager - Ruairi Hatchell

Frightens the life out of opponents with his frightening pace.

A career in the Premiership beckoned, but FAS got to him first.

Celts top scorer of all time.

Centre Back - Brendan Cliffe

Even more sugoi skebe than Dermot. Permanently has a big dirty head on him (see back page). Somewhat talented defender who likes to hit the bar/post from long range free kicks.

Centre Back - Freddie Delsaux

Pushing on in years, but still going strong at the heart of the Celts defence. Strong and good on the ball, the only problem is that he's French.

Goalkeeper & Celts Most Improved Player 2004 - Terry Tanaka

Japanese/American keeper who came to the fore in Nagano in June, helping the Celts to the final. The lawyer in place for any "incidents" on Celts nights out.

Full Back & Treasurer - Chris Moores

When asked where he's from he's not quite sure. Thankfully this lack of positional sense doesn't translate to the football pitch. Principal organiser of trips to Phuket/Thailand soccer tournaments.

Full Back & Ross's Finest - John Conama

His big nose has driven many a Korean young fella to tears. Recently joined member of the Celts. One of about 3% of Irish soccer players who are left-footed. From Roscommon though, enough said.

Midfield & General Loose Cannon - Jeremiah Jacquet

Dirty fecker who loves to leave the leg hangin in after a tackle.

Will run all day just for the pleasure of kickin fellas around the pitch. Main organiser of Izumo tour 2004.

Midfield - John Dermody

A former regular member of the Celts, his appearances have become fewer and fewer as the Mrs. has taken control. Strong and Aggressive, can function in both defence and midfield.

Midfield - Takeshi Imanashi

Great clubman who likes to put himself about on the soccer field. Can slot in at full back, midfield and up front. Good all-rounder

Midfield - Damo Fitzgerald

Goes down faster than the titanic when approached by the opposition. Loves to have a good aul swing at the ball/man. Occasionally scores goals.

Midfield - Seamus Hanly

Does a passable zoolander impression although could do with some work. Returned from serious injury in 2003 to play a role in Celts push for promotion in 2004.

Forward - Eric Persson

Another of the long term members of the Celts, he too once upon a time had hair. Also part time Rock star in up-market band.

Forward - Neil Yates (Larry Large)

Big strong forward who was part of the Celts march to the Nagano final. Tends to be vocal, good addition to the squad in 2004.

Hall of Fame Celts

Full Back - Eugene Beattie

Lists among his idols Mariah Carey, Celine Dion and Mary Black.

Surprising therefore that he grabs opponents by the throat at the drop of a hat.

Goalkeeper - Ally Burnett

Incomprehendible Scot who joined the band of lost causes by agreeing to get married. Agile and unflappable, its just his accent is the problem.

Defender - Matt Wade

Pulled his hamstring more than he's pulled women since he came to Japan. Another of the band of lost causes.

Tough and uncompromising defender, been known to take out guys after 30 seconds of games.

Defender - Alan Price

Another new member in 2004. Useful addition to Celts options at full-back.

Midfield & Westlife Reject - Kieran McGowan (Magoo)

Tends to turn up to games late, after the latest 911 conquest has been turfed out of the bed. Also been known to miss flights in the pursuit of Tipperary women - whats that about - Tipperary??

Midfield & Former Captain - Gus Williams

Has achieved legendary status as one of the rare breed who can stay on the piss all night, and still turn up for a soccer game the next day. Sometimes he needn't have bothered, but its the thought that counts,right?

Midfield - Stephen Carty

Even harder to understand than Ally, claims to be 28, but looks about half that. Surprisingly, being from Northern Ireland, he can play a bit of soccer. Even more surprisingly, being from Northern Ireland, he knows how to score a goal.

Forward - Tom Balfe

Went 3 months without scoring in Japan (on the pitch at least) but now firing on all cylinders. The lack of hair makes him more aero-dynamic and hard to stop.

Forward - Roberto Zirilli

Half Dutch/Half Italian with a magical left foot. Loves to go to love hotels with his wife. Makes a great pizza.