Monique Ianella was on target for Villa in the U14 final.
Season 2010 commenced successfully for SEWFA last weekend with the annual pre-season carnival at Blue Lake Sports Park. For the third successive year, SEWFA has supported the National Breast Cancer Foundation with this fixture highlighted as a Pink Ribbon Carnival, with player and supporter donations to the cause.
The weather provided trying conditions for players and spectators with blustery winds playing havoc with the ball and umbrellas alike. Despite a few heavy showers, the day was relatively fine allowing spectators to enjoy the games from the sidelines.
The addition of Millicent to the Under 14 league gave sufficient teams for a two group competition with the top of each group playing off in the final. In a repeat of last year’s final, Wanderers met Villa in a fast paced fixture. Wanderers looked to threaten early but sharp defensive work from Villa thwarted the strike on goal and formed an attack of their own. Jasmine White was proving a handful out wide on the left and was rewarded with two goals in the first half. A determined Villa fought back in the second half and were awarded a penalty for handball, which was duly converted. The dual Villa attack of Melanie Wilmot and Monique Ianella caused some anxious moments for Wanderers towards the end of the game however their defence rallied by goalkeeper Samantha Freeman resisted until the final whistle.
Final result: Wanderers 2 d Villa 1
Goal scorers:
Wanderers – J White (2)
Villa – M Ianella
City and Millicent finished top of their respective groups in the senior competition, each unbeaten in their group games. With City having great depth to their side on the pitch and also on the bench, they entered the final brimming with confidence. Millicent settled into a defensive game, swiftly closing down their opposition and forcing shots wayward. Sarah Ielasi was reading and distributing the ball well for City, often finding an unmarked team mate ready to pounce on any forward passes. Wanita Robinson for Millicent was superb in her tracking back ability and even under pressure from tenacious Tracey Kourmouzis was able to clear the ball effectively. With a nil-nil score at half time, City lifted the tempo. Millicent goal keeper Maria Montuori had been in fine form all day and it took a fine strike from the right to beat her, edging City in front by one which was enough for them to seal the title.
Final result: City 1 d Millicent 0
Goal scorers:
City – J Smith
The Junior Development Squad also took to the park for the first time this season. With an increase in numbers, parents were delighted to watch their girls, with some playing their first match. Karissa Coulson and Cody Hood showed their experience scoring early for the Green Dragons. Newcomer Isabella Calderwood proved an asset to the Blue Tacs, moving from her first half defensive position to a more attacking role in the second half, scoring in her first outing. Lucia Musci proved her determination by returning to the pitch after injury and assisting in the Blue’s midfield.
With Round 1 commencing this week, it will be a clean slate as teams take to the park. At noon, Under 14 matches commence with Villa meeting Wanderers in a rematch of the carnival final, with Palace taking on City. At 1.30pm in the senior fixtures, Palace face Portland with 3pm games of City v Villa and United v Wanderers. Millicent will remain at home and host County in both junior and senior matches.
The weather provided trying conditions for players and spectators with blustery winds playing havoc with the ball and umbrellas alike. Despite a few heavy showers, the day was relatively fine allowing spectators to enjoy the games from the sidelines.
The addition of Millicent to the Under 14 league gave sufficient teams for a two group competition with the top of each group playing off in the final. In a repeat of last year’s final, Wanderers met Villa in a fast paced fixture. Wanderers looked to threaten early but sharp defensive work from Villa thwarted the strike on goal and formed an attack of their own. Jasmine White was proving a handful out wide on the left and was rewarded with two goals in the first half. A determined Villa fought back in the second half and were awarded a penalty for handball, which was duly converted. The dual Villa attack of Melanie Wilmot and Monique Ianella caused some anxious moments for Wanderers towards the end of the game however their defence rallied by goalkeeper Samantha Freeman resisted until the final whistle.
Final result: Wanderers 2 d Villa 1
Goal scorers:
Wanderers – J White (2)
Villa – M Ianella
City and Millicent finished top of their respective groups in the senior competition, each unbeaten in their group games. With City having great depth to their side on the pitch and also on the bench, they entered the final brimming with confidence. Millicent settled into a defensive game, swiftly closing down their opposition and forcing shots wayward. Sarah Ielasi was reading and distributing the ball well for City, often finding an unmarked team mate ready to pounce on any forward passes. Wanita Robinson for Millicent was superb in her tracking back ability and even under pressure from tenacious Tracey Kourmouzis was able to clear the ball effectively. With a nil-nil score at half time, City lifted the tempo. Millicent goal keeper Maria Montuori had been in fine form all day and it took a fine strike from the right to beat her, edging City in front by one which was enough for them to seal the title.
Final result: City 1 d Millicent 0
Goal scorers:
City – J Smith
The Junior Development Squad also took to the park for the first time this season. With an increase in numbers, parents were delighted to watch their girls, with some playing their first match. Karissa Coulson and Cody Hood showed their experience scoring early for the Green Dragons. Newcomer Isabella Calderwood proved an asset to the Blue Tacs, moving from her first half defensive position to a more attacking role in the second half, scoring in her first outing. Lucia Musci proved her determination by returning to the pitch after injury and assisting in the Blue’s midfield.
With Round 1 commencing this week, it will be a clean slate as teams take to the park. At noon, Under 14 matches commence with Villa meeting Wanderers in a rematch of the carnival final, with Palace taking on City. At 1.30pm in the senior fixtures, Palace face Portland with 3pm games of City v Villa and United v Wanderers. Millicent will remain at home and host County in both junior and senior matches.
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