There’s a certain beach ball incident at the Stadium of Light which angered visiting Liverpool fans, a World Cup bid, a Royal visit and thousands of fans turning out to see Take That.
So let’s re-light your fire with reminders of a busy year.
1. Things are looking up!
A wave for the photographer at the 2009 Hendon (Back On The Map) Festival. Photo: TY
2. Bidding for the World Cup
The launch of Sunderland's bid for the 2018 World Cup began in July 2009. Were you in the photo that day? Photo: Picture by Kevin Brady
3. Winners all
All these youngsters were young achievers and they received their awards from Sunderland legend Kevin Ball at the Stadium of Light. Were you there and what do you remember of this occasion?
Email [email protected] and tell us more. Photo: TY
4. Racing for life
Players and fans look on in disbelief at the Stadium of Light beach ball moment. Were you there and what do you remember about it? Email [email protected] and tell us more. Photo: Picture Corrina Atkinson