Galatasaray Club celebrated its 121st anniversary with ceremonies
Following the commemorations at Feriköy Cemetery and Taksim, events continued at Galatasaray High School where certificates and medals were presented to club members.
The 121st anniversary of the founding of Galatasaray Club was celebrated with a commemoration at the grave of Ali Sami Yen, the laying of a wreath at the Taksim Atatürk Monument, and official ceremonies held at Galatasaray High School.
Grave and Monument Visits
Events organized within the scope of the 121st anniversary of Galatasaray Club began with a commemoration ceremony at the grave of club founder Ali Sami Yen located in Feriköy Cemetery.
Wreath-laying Ceremony in Taksim
Following the commemoration program in Feriköy, a wreath was laid at the Taksim Atatürk Monument and the celebrations continued with this ceremony.
Gathering at Galatasaray High School
Important names from the club's management and council board attended the event at Galatasaray High School, which was the epicenter of the celebrations.
Galatasaray Club President Dursun Özbek, Council Board President Aykutalp Derkan, and former presidents took part in the organization.
Screening of the Success Film
In the opening part of the event, a special video was shown detailing the sportive achievements attained by the yellow-red club throughout its 121-year deep-rooted history.
Dursun Özbek's Speech
President Dursun Özbek expressed his happiness in celebrating the 121st anniversary of the club at Galatasaray High School, emphasizing its deep-rooted past.
Plaque Nailed to the Age Log
During the ceremony, Alp Yalman, one of the most senior members of the club, nailed the 121st-anniversary plaque to the traditional age log.
Presentation of Medals and Certificates
Council members who left behind 50 years of membership in the club were presented with seniority certificates and medals at the organized ceremony.
Introduction of Trophies
The celebration program ended with the introduction of the awards and trophies won by the club's athletes over the past year to the participants.