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Usurbil F.T. Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Events and Tributes

The football club has organized a series of activities throughout the year, culminating in a main event and a celebratory meal.

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Usurbil F.T. football club has celebrated its 50th anniversary with a series of events initiated at the start of the year, culminating in a main event and a celebratory meal.

Usurbil F.T. has held a cycle of events to commemorate its 50th anniversary since the beginning of the year. Among other activities, they have organized ping pong, foosball, and mus tournaments, matches between veterans, and an exhibition showcasing the club's rich half-century journey.
The celebratory day took place on Saturday, June 27th. In the morning, a large-scale ginkana for youngsters was organized, followed by a street parade with the Gauerdi band at midday and in the afternoon. In the evening, the band The Hastelen´s performed, followed by a DJ set.
The central gathering point for all these events was a meal held at the Agerialde fronton. Here, members from different eras of the club came together to meet, appreciate, and honor the companions who have been part of their journey over these five decades. Former club presidents received distinguished txapelas (traditional Basque caps).
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"Thank you all very much!"

Ainhoa Azkue · Current President of Usurbil F.T.
The current president, Ainhoa Azkue, stated, "Today, we celebrate a special day; 50 years of history, effort, commitment, and friendship." She expressed gratitude to those who enabled the club's founding, all the presidents who have led it, the coaches, players, and supporters, acknowledging that "without each of them, this journey would not have been possible."
Azkue highlighted the club's "identity symbol" and its "open-door philosophy," which has provided an opportunity for football to those who have joined, "regardless of their level or circumstances." She added that this spirit of inclusion and companionship is "one of our greatest prides."
Furthermore, a "very special remembrance" was dedicated to those who are no longer with them but "continue to be part of our history." Their efforts, values, and legacy "remain alive in our memory and in everything this club represents."
Azkue concluded by calling for a toast "to them, to those of us who share this project, and to the generations who will continue to write this history." She finished with, "Congratulations on the 50th anniversary, and thank you all!"

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