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sewfa results 26/06/10
SENIORS
County 1 d Millicent 0
Buoyed from its victory last week and intent on improving the draw during the first round, County welcomed back several key players and looked to make its mark on the game early. In spite of this, Millicent were able to contain the runs forward of Tania Widdison and Jess Feast, with Wanita Robinson dropping into the back line. An own goal from Millicent gave County the edge they had been seeking and they took this advantage into the break. County used its height advantage in an effort to increase the lead, however Millicent’s defence marshalled by Maria Montuori stayed firm. At the final whistle, County were overjoyed to take the win and subsequently fourth spot on the ladder.
Goal scorers: County - OG
City 11 d Villa 0
The City juggernaut continued its winning form on Saturday against Villa. Despite enormous efforts from the maroons, they were soon overwhelmed by City’s attack on goal. Melanie Wilmot played very well defensively for Villa, a fact belied by the growing scoreline. Jen Smith and Tania Grant controlled the midfield, building play around them and bringing others into the game. Aimee Beck was heroic in her efforts for Villa, however a 6 goal lead at the break proved impossible for Villa to overcome. Weariness played a factor for Villa during the second half, and City capitalised making full use of its bench to claim 5 more after the break.
Goal scorers: City - L Birch 3, J Smith 2, K Maczkowiack 2, M Thompson, K Henriksen 1, T Kourmouzis, T Grant
Wanderers 8 d United 1
From the first whistle, the teenage team of Wanderers pressed forward putting immediate pressure on United’s defence. With usual central defenders absent, Tanya Frost and Kylie Durbidge stepped in to fill the roles admirably. Wanderers were able to get three past United in the first half including a curving corner from captain Leonie McCallum. McCallum’s uncanny ability to read the play and position herself well frustrated the United faithful and tore apart their midfield. Eme Ripper defended with strength for Wanderers and thwarted many attacks on goal, however United were able to snag a consolation goal in the final minutes of the match.
Goal scorers: Wanderers - K Jenz-Walker 6, K Saffin, L McCallum United - K Seiler
Palace 4 d Portland 1
With several senior players unavailable, Palace headed to Portland very wary of a repeat from last year’s road trip, where it scraped by with a draw. Juniors helped to fill the void but the side was still undermanned when it hit the park. Palace defender Tori Koop’s game lifted and she played exceptionally well under pressure. A solitary goal took Palace into the break and when Portland scored early in the second half, it looked to be déjà vu for the visitors. However, Palace sparked again and although Jade Cockerill in goals for Portland played well, there was little she could do to stem the Palace tide. Donna Kilgour made a welcome return to her home side which strengthened the back line but could not contain Gabby Tentye who is regularly finding the back of the net this year.
Goal scorers: Palace - J McCormick 2, G Tentye 2 Portland - K Kilgour
UNDER 14S
County 3 d Millicent 2
Millicent was forced to forfeit to County in the first game of the season and both sides entered this match with the view of success. The more experienced County looked strong on the ball and pushed forward during the first half exploiting the space in front of them, as some of the younger Millicent players played County on side. Millicent sweeper Kathleen Woods was imposing, clearing the ball from attack on several occasions. In a position shift from last year, Taylah Cella appeared to be enjoying her attacking role for County and finished well. Fresh from SAPSASA duties, April Hockey looked calm in defence, winning the ball cleanly under pressure and passing to team mates. With a 3-0 County lead at half time, it was an excited side that took to the pitch for the second half however Millicent again showed its “never say die” attitude and were able to peg back 2 of their own courtesy of Adele Cooper. County were able to hang on to their lead and were thrilled to record a victory.
Goal scorers: County - T Cella, J Boyd, E Schultz Millicent - A Cooper 2
Palace 1 d City 0
City claimed a convincing win during the first round of the season however that did not daunt a determined Palace side. City looked to have the early momentum of the game with running attacks at the Palace goal. Usual goal keeper Olivia Pratt made her presence felt in the Palace midfield, looking equally at home on the park as she does in goals. A change during the first half saw Ashlae Pilven drop back to defence, strengthening the back line with her ability read the play and strongly clear dangerous balls. Emily Birch played with composure in City’s defence forcing the ball wide and dispatching the ball down the line. Sheridan Lock ran hard for City in attack but could not convert. During the second half, a high ball bounced in front of the City keeper and there was little she could do to prevent the looping ball bounce over her head into the net.
Goal scorers: Palace - S McCarthy
Wanderers 6 d Villa 0
Wanderers cemented their spot at the top of the ladder with a convincing win over second placed Villa. With four goals scored in the first half, including a well placed strike from the newly signed Monique Iannella, Villa were on the back foot. Grace Hopton lifted considerably in possibly her last game for Villa for the season due to travel and did as much as she could to cut off attacks on goal. Both senior and junior Wanderers teams have an uncanny understanding of each other, and played good passing football, with Jasmine White set up well to finish neatly on her favoured left. As Villa wore down, Angela Bennett continued in defence and managed to contain Wanderers to just two more goals in the second half.
Goal scorers: Wanderers - M Iannella 3, M Sims 2, J White 1
An impressive turnout of 17 Junior Development Players made for a jam-packed pitch, with the inclusion of positional playing in the second half necessary to improve congested play. With this modification, the girls found space and were able to play a passing game. Each week, the girls demonstrate increased skills with several headed balls and players using their bodies well to receive the ball. Monique Trapolino showed again her fine defensive skills under pressure, while several others including Rebekah Morgan and Karissa Coulson made no mistake in front of goal.
This Saturday will see City meet Portland at 1.30pm, followed by County/Wanderers and United/Palace fixtures at 3pm. In junior matches County meet Palace and City face Wanderers at noon. Millicent remain at home and host Villa in both junior and senior games.
County 1 d Millicent 0
Buoyed from its victory last week and intent on improving the draw during the first round, County welcomed back several key players and looked to make its mark on the game early. In spite of this, Millicent were able to contain the runs forward of Tania Widdison and Jess Feast, with Wanita Robinson dropping into the back line. An own goal from Millicent gave County the edge they had been seeking and they took this advantage into the break. County used its height advantage in an effort to increase the lead, however Millicent’s defence marshalled by Maria Montuori stayed firm. At the final whistle, County were overjoyed to take the win and subsequently fourth spot on the ladder.
Goal scorers: County - OG
City 11 d Villa 0
The City juggernaut continued its winning form on Saturday against Villa. Despite enormous efforts from the maroons, they were soon overwhelmed by City’s attack on goal. Melanie Wilmot played very well defensively for Villa, a fact belied by the growing scoreline. Jen Smith and Tania Grant controlled the midfield, building play around them and bringing others into the game. Aimee Beck was heroic in her efforts for Villa, however a 6 goal lead at the break proved impossible for Villa to overcome. Weariness played a factor for Villa during the second half, and City capitalised making full use of its bench to claim 5 more after the break.
Goal scorers: City - L Birch 3, J Smith 2, K Maczkowiack 2, M Thompson, K Henriksen 1, T Kourmouzis, T Grant
Wanderers 8 d United 1
From the first whistle, the teenage team of Wanderers pressed forward putting immediate pressure on United’s defence. With usual central defenders absent, Tanya Frost and Kylie Durbidge stepped in to fill the roles admirably. Wanderers were able to get three past United in the first half including a curving corner from captain Leonie McCallum. McCallum’s uncanny ability to read the play and position herself well frustrated the United faithful and tore apart their midfield. Eme Ripper defended with strength for Wanderers and thwarted many attacks on goal, however United were able to snag a consolation goal in the final minutes of the match.
Goal scorers: Wanderers - K Jenz-Walker 6, K Saffin, L McCallum United - K Seiler
Palace 4 d Portland 1
With several senior players unavailable, Palace headed to Portland very wary of a repeat from last year’s road trip, where it scraped by with a draw. Juniors helped to fill the void but the side was still undermanned when it hit the park. Palace defender Tori Koop’s game lifted and she played exceptionally well under pressure. A solitary goal took Palace into the break and when Portland scored early in the second half, it looked to be déjà vu for the visitors. However, Palace sparked again and although Jade Cockerill in goals for Portland played well, there was little she could do to stem the Palace tide. Donna Kilgour made a welcome return to her home side which strengthened the back line but could not contain Gabby Tentye who is regularly finding the back of the net this year.
Goal scorers: Palace - J McCormick 2, G Tentye 2 Portland - K Kilgour
UNDER 14S
County 3 d Millicent 2
Millicent was forced to forfeit to County in the first game of the season and both sides entered this match with the view of success. The more experienced County looked strong on the ball and pushed forward during the first half exploiting the space in front of them, as some of the younger Millicent players played County on side. Millicent sweeper Kathleen Woods was imposing, clearing the ball from attack on several occasions. In a position shift from last year, Taylah Cella appeared to be enjoying her attacking role for County and finished well. Fresh from SAPSASA duties, April Hockey looked calm in defence, winning the ball cleanly under pressure and passing to team mates. With a 3-0 County lead at half time, it was an excited side that took to the pitch for the second half however Millicent again showed its “never say die” attitude and were able to peg back 2 of their own courtesy of Adele Cooper. County were able to hang on to their lead and were thrilled to record a victory.
Goal scorers: County - T Cella, J Boyd, E Schultz Millicent - A Cooper 2
Palace 1 d City 0
City claimed a convincing win during the first round of the season however that did not daunt a determined Palace side. City looked to have the early momentum of the game with running attacks at the Palace goal. Usual goal keeper Olivia Pratt made her presence felt in the Palace midfield, looking equally at home on the park as she does in goals. A change during the first half saw Ashlae Pilven drop back to defence, strengthening the back line with her ability read the play and strongly clear dangerous balls. Emily Birch played with composure in City’s defence forcing the ball wide and dispatching the ball down the line. Sheridan Lock ran hard for City in attack but could not convert. During the second half, a high ball bounced in front of the City keeper and there was little she could do to prevent the looping ball bounce over her head into the net.
Goal scorers: Palace - S McCarthy
Wanderers 6 d Villa 0
Wanderers cemented their spot at the top of the ladder with a convincing win over second placed Villa. With four goals scored in the first half, including a well placed strike from the newly signed Monique Iannella, Villa were on the back foot. Grace Hopton lifted considerably in possibly her last game for Villa for the season due to travel and did as much as she could to cut off attacks on goal. Both senior and junior Wanderers teams have an uncanny understanding of each other, and played good passing football, with Jasmine White set up well to finish neatly on her favoured left. As Villa wore down, Angela Bennett continued in defence and managed to contain Wanderers to just two more goals in the second half.
Goal scorers: Wanderers - M Iannella 3, M Sims 2, J White 1
An impressive turnout of 17 Junior Development Players made for a jam-packed pitch, with the inclusion of positional playing in the second half necessary to improve congested play. With this modification, the girls found space and were able to play a passing game. Each week, the girls demonstrate increased skills with several headed balls and players using their bodies well to receive the ball. Monique Trapolino showed again her fine defensive skills under pressure, while several others including Rebekah Morgan and Karissa Coulson made no mistake in front of goal.
This Saturday will see City meet Portland at 1.30pm, followed by County/Wanderers and United/Palace fixtures at 3pm. In junior matches County meet Palace and City face Wanderers at noon. Millicent remain at home and host Villa in both junior and senior games.
SHARK ATTACK WRITTEN BY JOHN BRUTTOMESSO
In Round 7, Millicent United travel to Shark Park, to take on the Sharks who were starting confident from last weeks win against Centrals.
Right from the start of the game, the Sharks were determined to get on with the job.
A summary of the match that was full of action , and a real entertainment for the crowd.
Black arm bands and a minutes silence in the Senior game to honor Lucio Da Rocha father of Lance who passed away during the week, and also Richard Marlow who suffered horrific injuires in a car accident last Friday night, which has left him in a coma and severe head injuries.
All his teammates now were playing for Richie, to create as much positive energy that would help Richie pull through his current condition.
(5min) Ryan Tobin tap in a cross from Weistra to start the day. 1-0
(10min) Over head scissor kick from Matt Gordon who cleverly found Tobin at the rear who finished of an amazing goal, to give the Sharks early lead so early in the game. 2-0
(16min) Tobin with a through ball to Weistra who made no mistake. 3-0
(17 min) Cameron Saint from United breaks away and shoots for goal, but keeper Fuller was not tested as of yet.
(20min) Millicent receive a free kick, Gregetic shoots straight to the hands Norton Fuller.
(37 min) Great through ball from Heath Widdison who finds the feet of Wesitra, who cleverly slots it away for the Sharks fourth goal this half.4-0
Half Time
(50min) Matt Weistra breaks away scores his third from a one-on one with keeper. 5-0
(58min) Sharks awarded penalty, and reliable Fuller steps up to convert the Sharks sixth goal. 6-0
(70min) Tobin fires a corner which finds the head of Kennett, who cleverly tapped it into the path of Weistra, who blasts another one for the tally.7-0
(74min) Wood gets onto to his left boot, and fires one directly to goal. Good save by the keeper, but Andy Gentile was there to put away the fumble. 8-0
(75min) Veteran Andy Gentile finds Weistra who weaves his way through defence and scores another goal. 9-0
(78min) Great passage of play between Sharks midfield pair of Gordon & Kennett which resulted Kennett blasting from 30yds out, directly into the back of the net.10-0
(86min)Okezie Nzeakor, with a dashing run on a mission to score, but was taken out in the box, so he converted the penalty to reward his effort. 11-0
(90min) Another display of speed and skill which ended Wiestra finding Wood, to finish off the match with the final goal. 12-0
Sharks have finished the first half of the Premiership season, best result the Sharks have had in recent years.
4 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, which is a great result for the Club.
Next week the Sharks face the Blue Lake Rangers in Round 4 of the Belgiorno Cup, hoping to keep their winning streak continuing.
Goal Scorers: M.Wesitra 5, R.Tobin 2, N.Fuller,N.Wood, O.Nzeakor,T.Kennett,A.Gentile all contributing with one each.
Best Players: M.Weistra, T.Kennett,O.Nzeakor
Other Scores
U12 won 12-0
U14 lost 3-2
U17 won 4-2
B Grade won 3-1
A grade won 12-
Right from the start of the game, the Sharks were determined to get on with the job.
A summary of the match that was full of action , and a real entertainment for the crowd.
Black arm bands and a minutes silence in the Senior game to honor Lucio Da Rocha father of Lance who passed away during the week, and also Richard Marlow who suffered horrific injuires in a car accident last Friday night, which has left him in a coma and severe head injuries.
All his teammates now were playing for Richie, to create as much positive energy that would help Richie pull through his current condition.
(5min) Ryan Tobin tap in a cross from Weistra to start the day. 1-0
(10min) Over head scissor kick from Matt Gordon who cleverly found Tobin at the rear who finished of an amazing goal, to give the Sharks early lead so early in the game. 2-0
(16min) Tobin with a through ball to Weistra who made no mistake. 3-0
(17 min) Cameron Saint from United breaks away and shoots for goal, but keeper Fuller was not tested as of yet.
(20min) Millicent receive a free kick, Gregetic shoots straight to the hands Norton Fuller.
(37 min) Great through ball from Heath Widdison who finds the feet of Wesitra, who cleverly slots it away for the Sharks fourth goal this half.4-0
Half Time
(50min) Matt Weistra breaks away scores his third from a one-on one with keeper. 5-0
(58min) Sharks awarded penalty, and reliable Fuller steps up to convert the Sharks sixth goal. 6-0
(70min) Tobin fires a corner which finds the head of Kennett, who cleverly tapped it into the path of Weistra, who blasts another one for the tally.7-0
(74min) Wood gets onto to his left boot, and fires one directly to goal. Good save by the keeper, but Andy Gentile was there to put away the fumble. 8-0
(75min) Veteran Andy Gentile finds Weistra who weaves his way through defence and scores another goal. 9-0
(78min) Great passage of play between Sharks midfield pair of Gordon & Kennett which resulted Kennett blasting from 30yds out, directly into the back of the net.10-0
(86min)Okezie Nzeakor, with a dashing run on a mission to score, but was taken out in the box, so he converted the penalty to reward his effort. 11-0
(90min) Another display of speed and skill which ended Wiestra finding Wood, to finish off the match with the final goal. 12-0
Sharks have finished the first half of the Premiership season, best result the Sharks have had in recent years.
4 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, which is a great result for the Club.
Next week the Sharks face the Blue Lake Rangers in Round 4 of the Belgiorno Cup, hoping to keep their winning streak continuing.
Goal Scorers: M.Wesitra 5, R.Tobin 2, N.Fuller,N.Wood, O.Nzeakor,T.Kennett,A.Gentile all contributing with one each.
Best Players: M.Weistra, T.Kennett,O.Nzeakor
Other Scores
U12 won 12-0
U14 lost 3-2
U17 won 4-2
B Grade won 3-1
A grade won 12-
SOCCEROOS NEW HOME GROUND ADVANTAGE
SMB Civil's radical level playing field development has many supporters.
RICHIE MARLOW NIGHT
Richard Marlow played for the Gambier City Sharks since 2005.
His ball skills are amazing, and is very talented at dribbling through players without losing the ball.
He was nicknamed ‘Ronaldinio’, for his talent with the ball.
Richard Marlow was involved in a serious car accident on Friday night on his way home from work.
He suffered serious head injuries, also suffered broken spine and neck.
He has been induced into a coma, and is currently on life support.
It will be days or weeks until they access the damage to the brain.
Richard’s mother Pauline Watts needs financial support to pay for accommodation, while she stays by Richies side.
This is currently conveinient for her, as it is within the Royal Melb Hospital area.
Funds raised will help support Richie & his family.
Richie’s other passion beside soccer was table tennis, so as a club we thought this idea might benefit Richie and his family.
Cheers
John Bruttomesso
Mobile: 0407 612 704
e-mail: john.bruttomesso@bigpond.com
THE GAMBIER CITY SHARKS
Invites you to
The ‘Richard Marlow’ Fundraiser
Table Tennis Challenge
When: Friday 23 July 2010
Where: East Gambier SportsmansClub
Time: 7pm till late
Cost $2 per game...Winner stays on!
3 Tables will be available
ALL WELCOME
FUNDS RAISED WILL HELP SUPPORT RICHIE & HIS FAMILY
His ball skills are amazing, and is very talented at dribbling through players without losing the ball.
He was nicknamed ‘Ronaldinio’, for his talent with the ball.
Richard Marlow was involved in a serious car accident on Friday night on his way home from work.
He suffered serious head injuries, also suffered broken spine and neck.
He has been induced into a coma, and is currently on life support.
It will be days or weeks until they access the damage to the brain.
Richard’s mother Pauline Watts needs financial support to pay for accommodation, while she stays by Richies side.
This is currently conveinient for her, as it is within the Royal Melb Hospital area.
Funds raised will help support Richie & his family.
Richie’s other passion beside soccer was table tennis, so as a club we thought this idea might benefit Richie and his family.
Cheers
John Bruttomesso
Mobile: 0407 612 704
e-mail: john.bruttomesso@bigpond.com
THE GAMBIER CITY SHARKS
Invites you to
The ‘Richard Marlow’ Fundraiser
Table Tennis Challenge
When: Friday 23 July 2010
Where: East Gambier SportsmansClub
Time: 7pm till late
Cost $2 per game...Winner stays on!
3 Tables will be available
ALL WELCOME
FUNDS RAISED WILL HELP SUPPORT RICHIE & HIS FAMILY
Sunday, June 27, 2010
WBSA RESULTS
A GRADE
Portland 1 v IAC Inter 13
Centrals 1 v Naracoorte 0
Apollo 6 v Blue Lake 1
Gambier City Sharks 12 v Millicent 0
Portland 1 v IAC Inter 13
Centrals 1 v Naracoorte 0
Apollo 6 v Blue Lake 1
Gambier City Sharks 12 v Millicent 0
THE BACK OF THE NET BY IMOGEN PRATT
Round 8 got underway this weekend with the first game being played between County and Millicent. The final score was County 3 - Millicent 2. Goal scorerers for County were T Cella, J Boyd and E Shultz. Goal scorers for millicent were A Cooper with 2. The next game was played between Palace and City, the end result was Palace 1 - City 0. Goal scorers for palace were S McCarthy. The Final game for the day was played between Wanderers and Villa, the final score was Wanderers 6 - Villa 0. Goal scorers for Wanderers were M Iannella with 3 goals, M Sims with 2 goals and J white with 1 goal.
sewfa results 26/06/10
SENIORS
County 1 d Millicent 0
Goal scorers: County - OG
City 11 d Villa 0
Goal scorers: City - L Birch 3, J Smith 2, K Maczkowiack 2, M Thompson, K Henriksen 1, T Kourmouzis, T Grant
Wanderers 8 d United 1
Goal scorers: Wanderers - K Jenz-Walker 6, K Saffin, L McCallum United - K Seiler
Palace 4 d Portland 1
Goal scorers: Palace - J McCormick 2, G Tentye 2 Portland - K Kilgour
UNDER 14S
County 3 d Millicent 2
Goal scorers: County - T Cella, J Boyd, E Schultz Millicent - A Cooper 2
Palace 1 d City 0
Goal scorers: Palace - S McCarthy
Wanderers 6 d Villa 0
Goal scorers: Wanderers - M Iannella 3, M Sims 2, J White 1
County 1 d Millicent 0
Goal scorers: County - OG
City 11 d Villa 0
Goal scorers: City - L Birch 3, J Smith 2, K Maczkowiack 2, M Thompson, K Henriksen 1, T Kourmouzis, T Grant
Wanderers 8 d United 1
Goal scorers: Wanderers - K Jenz-Walker 6, K Saffin, L McCallum United - K Seiler
Palace 4 d Portland 1
Goal scorers: Palace - J McCormick 2, G Tentye 2 Portland - K Kilgour
UNDER 14S
County 3 d Millicent 2
Goal scorers: County - T Cella, J Boyd, E Schultz Millicent - A Cooper 2
Palace 1 d City 0
Goal scorers: Palace - S McCarthy
Wanderers 6 d Villa 0
Goal scorers: Wanderers - M Iannella 3, M Sims 2, J White 1
Saturday, June 26, 2010
RENZI SET FOR FIRST TEAM DEBUT
Thomas Renzi is set to feature for Adelaide Galaxy's seniors tonight making him the first Round Ball graduate to play at the FFSA Super League. Well done Thomas and Good luck!
The game is FFSA Game of the Week
Adelaide Galaxy vs Adelaide Cobras
Galaxy:
Torresan (GK), Dittmar, Fusco, Metanomski, Yeing, Wright, Wooding, McGreevy, Debono, Renzi, Kidd, DeGiovanniello, Capel, Macolino
Galaxy:
Torresan (GK), Dittmar, Fusco, Metanomski, Yeing, Wright, Wooding, McGreevy, Debono, Renzi, Kidd, DeGiovanniello, Capel, Macolino
Former Adelaide United and Socceroo star Angelo Costanzo will be playing for the Cobras!
Happy Birthday T Life Mount Gambier
Round Ball Legend Callum Ferguson was on hand to show off the new kits for the 2010/2011 season at the birthday celebration
Friday, June 25, 2010
Message from Lucas Neill
Dear Scott
On behalf of the Qantas Socceroos, I’d like to thank you for your dedication and support during our 2010 FIFA World Cup journey. Not only has your true spirit and passion inspired our campaign you’ve helped show the World just how great a footballing nation Australia is.
Whether you stood in the stands in South Africa, watched at home in your lounge room or braved the cold at one of the many live sites around the country, we felt you were with us every step of the way.
We look forward to seeing you next time we play on home soil.
Yours in Football,
Lucas Neill
Qantas Socceroos Captain
FERGUSON SET TO START
Round Ball graduate Callum Ferguson is set to make his first team debut tonight for North Geelong Warriors. He is playing left midfield and we wish him all the best.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
FootballTricks.Com - World Cup Sale last few days
Everybody gets excited about the game when the World Cup is on. FootballTricks.Com is going to make it easy for you to keep the passion burning by offering all our DVDs and eBooks at half price (full price shown on website) till the end of June. This is a fantastic opportunity to motivate your family or your players to love the game as much as you do.
Street Moves DVD Brilliant DVD that explains how to do nutmegs, trick passes and beat moves that every player wants to be able to do. Have a look at the moves in action in this trailer Street Moves Trailer
Tricks of the Trade DVD - Vol 1 A fantastic 90 min DVD that teaches how to do freestyle juggling tricks with a ball. Watch and enjoy this clip to get an idea of what tricks are on the DVD Tricks 1 DVD Trailer
1 to 1 - Parent Player Coaching A 2 - DVD set which gives you the parent the ability to work with your own child to make them the best they can be.
Volunteer Coaching - Survivor's Guide 6 - 12 Years' Terrific eBook with enough ideas to fill every training session for the whole season.
For more info about the DVDs or eBook go to info
Sean
Street Moves DVD Brilliant DVD that explains how to do nutmegs, trick passes and beat moves that every player wants to be able to do. Have a look at the moves in action in this trailer Street Moves Trailer
Tricks of the Trade DVD - Vol 1 A fantastic 90 min DVD that teaches how to do freestyle juggling tricks with a ball. Watch and enjoy this clip to get an idea of what tricks are on the DVD Tricks 1 DVD Trailer
1 to 1 - Parent Player Coaching A 2 - DVD set which gives you the parent the ability to work with your own child to make them the best they can be.
Volunteer Coaching - Survivor's Guide 6 - 12 Years' Terrific eBook with enough ideas to fill every training session for the whole season.
For more info about the DVDs or eBook go to info
Sean
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
ON THE SHOW TONIGHT
KOSI LIVE FROM A BUS IN SOUTH AFRICA!
On tonights show we will catch up with Australian soccer legend John Kosmina live from a bus in South Africa who is travelling with the Green & Gold Army, we can hardly wait!
THE NEW KIT
Our new kits are set to be realised this Saturday. We are pleased to share this exclusive shot from the printers prior to completion.
10 million by Saturday?
Dear Scott,
Unprecedented momentum has been building towards this moment – with over nine million people already supporting the 1GOAL call across the globe, through a range of exciting activities. Can we reach 10 million before the halfway stage of the tournament?
It couldn’t come at a better time: now the South African President has invited world leaders to a summit at the end of the World Cup to discuss the plan to get every child into school. This is the perfect opportunity, as the campaign for the World Cup ends, to focus on the campaign for universal education.
Now you have the chance to help this campaign reach an amazing 10 million supporters, at this crucial moment, by issuing your own Yellow Card calling on world leaders to guarantee schooling for every child:
www.join1goal.org/r/yellowcard
World leaders need to agree on a plan to provide education, and to do that they’ll need to hear from all of us united in our demand to make education the lasting legacy of this World Cup. That’s where you come in.
If countries’ governments don’t believe there is a global demand for action on education, they won’t agree to fix the problem. Issue your own Yellow Card calling on world leaders to guarantee education for every child, and we’ll deliver it directly to them:
www.join1goal.org/r/yellowcard
Our nine million supporters are drawn from cities, towns, and villages in over 120 countries, and have shown their support in an incredible range of ways. Teachers, students, local education activists, football fans and celebrities have all rallied, and whether they’re doing it using email, mobile phone, social networks or attending the World’s Biggest Lesson, we are becoming a global voice too large for world leaders to ignore.
In villages throughout Bangladesh, thousands of children have taken part in football matches in support of 1GOAL, joining 194,097 fellow Bangladeshis who have sent SMS messages to join the call for education for all.
In Senegal, the Senegalese President invited hundreds of 1GOAL supporters to the Presidential Palace where he made a public commitment to the 1GOAL campaign and its aim of making sure every child receives an education.
While in the United States, 1GOAL received national attention when the Good Morning America TV program visited a South African school in Soweto with the 1GOAL team.
You can be part of this global movement building momentum towards a world where every child is guaranteed an education, by sending your own Yellow Card to world leaders before the World Cup Final:
www.join1goal.org/r/yellowcard
This opportunity is too good to miss – global attention will be on Africa, and world leaders will be pressed on the issue of education. Help us reach 10 million supporters by filling out your Yellow Card today.
Thanks for making a difference,
The 1GOAL team.
Unprecedented momentum has been building towards this moment – with over nine million people already supporting the 1GOAL call across the globe, through a range of exciting activities. Can we reach 10 million before the halfway stage of the tournament?
It couldn’t come at a better time: now the South African President has invited world leaders to a summit at the end of the World Cup to discuss the plan to get every child into school. This is the perfect opportunity, as the campaign for the World Cup ends, to focus on the campaign for universal education.
Now you have the chance to help this campaign reach an amazing 10 million supporters, at this crucial moment, by issuing your own Yellow Card calling on world leaders to guarantee schooling for every child:
www.join1goal.org/r/yellowcard
World leaders need to agree on a plan to provide education, and to do that they’ll need to hear from all of us united in our demand to make education the lasting legacy of this World Cup. That’s where you come in.
If countries’ governments don’t believe there is a global demand for action on education, they won’t agree to fix the problem. Issue your own Yellow Card calling on world leaders to guarantee education for every child, and we’ll deliver it directly to them:
www.join1goal.org/r/yellowcard
Our nine million supporters are drawn from cities, towns, and villages in over 120 countries, and have shown their support in an incredible range of ways. Teachers, students, local education activists, football fans and celebrities have all rallied, and whether they’re doing it using email, mobile phone, social networks or attending the World’s Biggest Lesson, we are becoming a global voice too large for world leaders to ignore.
In villages throughout Bangladesh, thousands of children have taken part in football matches in support of 1GOAL, joining 194,097 fellow Bangladeshis who have sent SMS messages to join the call for education for all.
In Senegal, the Senegalese President invited hundreds of 1GOAL supporters to the Presidential Palace where he made a public commitment to the 1GOAL campaign and its aim of making sure every child receives an education.
While in the United States, 1GOAL received national attention when the Good Morning America TV program visited a South African school in Soweto with the 1GOAL team.
You can be part of this global movement building momentum towards a world where every child is guaranteed an education, by sending your own Yellow Card to world leaders before the World Cup Final:
www.join1goal.org/r/yellowcard
This opportunity is too good to miss – global attention will be on Africa, and world leaders will be pressed on the issue of education. Help us reach 10 million supporters by filling out your Yellow Card today.
Thanks for making a difference,
The 1GOAL team.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
SHARK ATTACK Round 6 - Centrals v Sharks
In Round 6 of the Dycer Constructions Premiership, the Sharks outplayed the Lions to record a good win and move into outright third position on the Premiership table.
With a week off for the Junior State Championships, the Sharks were ready to take on Lions at the ‘Den’.
With the departure of Anthony Adesanmi, back to the UK, Sharks welcome back John Stemeberger to the line-up, who has had a year off. But with the World Cup fever amoungst us, John wanted to get back to playing the sport that he loves best.
It was only (9m) into the game when John Stemeberger had an immediate impact by scoring the goal of the game to give the Sharks the lead.
The goal started from huge kick from keeper Norton Fuller, who kicked the ball from the top of 18’yard box, and the ball bounced deep into the Lions defense zone.
As the ball remained high the air , Centrals keeper Brodie Koop could not stop Stemberger who at full pace outjumped Koop, and managed to head the ball into the open goal.
Sharks dominated the first half, starting from the defence through to the forwards.
The Sharks midfield of Kennett, Gordon , Tobin and Weistra were combing well, giving many chances for Striker John Stemberger to score.
The second goal (37m) came from Weistra who was running dangerously at goal, and this time slotted the ball perfectly to give Sharks a 2-0 lead before half time.
The Lions threatened the Sharks defence, but Widdison, Stemberger, Nunan, Wood were outstanding all game.
Sharks Nzeakor had the tough job on Bruce Morale, a real threat to any team, however Nzeakor had the upperhand, not allowing Morale any room causing Morale to shoot from distance, and not being effective for the Lions.
Fuller was in fine form, making some good saves and giving the crowd some exciting display of keeping at its best.
Half time Score 2-0
The Lions hit back at the (55min) mark, when some confusion amoungst the Sharks defence allowed Primer to sneak one back. Score 2-1
The Lions team now started to lift, and a lot more pressure was put on the Sharks defence, however Damian Stemeberger who was playing sweeper, literally swept anything that got through the Sharks defence.
Wood who was playing in a defence midfield role stood firm, and was able to win the ball, and start the attack for the Sharks.
The next goal came (65min), from Weistra again, who calmly slotted an open ball , tightly in the corner of the goal. Score 3-1.
Then John Stemberger finished the game with his second, final score 4-1.
Sharks take on Millicent at Shark Park next week, a win would secure third spot on the table at the half way mark of the season.
Goal Scorers: M.Weistra 2, J.Stemberger 2
Best Players: T.Kennett, D,Stemberger, J.Stemberger
Shark Attack is provide by John Bruttomesso
With a week off for the Junior State Championships, the Sharks were ready to take on Lions at the ‘Den’.
With the departure of Anthony Adesanmi, back to the UK, Sharks welcome back John Stemeberger to the line-up, who has had a year off. But with the World Cup fever amoungst us, John wanted to get back to playing the sport that he loves best.
It was only (9m) into the game when John Stemeberger had an immediate impact by scoring the goal of the game to give the Sharks the lead.
The goal started from huge kick from keeper Norton Fuller, who kicked the ball from the top of 18’yard box, and the ball bounced deep into the Lions defense zone.
As the ball remained high the air , Centrals keeper Brodie Koop could not stop Stemberger who at full pace outjumped Koop, and managed to head the ball into the open goal.
Sharks dominated the first half, starting from the defence through to the forwards.
The Sharks midfield of Kennett, Gordon , Tobin and Weistra were combing well, giving many chances for Striker John Stemberger to score.
The second goal (37m) came from Weistra who was running dangerously at goal, and this time slotted the ball perfectly to give Sharks a 2-0 lead before half time.
The Lions threatened the Sharks defence, but Widdison, Stemberger, Nunan, Wood were outstanding all game.
Sharks Nzeakor had the tough job on Bruce Morale, a real threat to any team, however Nzeakor had the upperhand, not allowing Morale any room causing Morale to shoot from distance, and not being effective for the Lions.
Fuller was in fine form, making some good saves and giving the crowd some exciting display of keeping at its best.
Half time Score 2-0
The Lions hit back at the (55min) mark, when some confusion amoungst the Sharks defence allowed Primer to sneak one back. Score 2-1
The Lions team now started to lift, and a lot more pressure was put on the Sharks defence, however Damian Stemeberger who was playing sweeper, literally swept anything that got through the Sharks defence.
Wood who was playing in a defence midfield role stood firm, and was able to win the ball, and start the attack for the Sharks.
The next goal came (65min), from Weistra again, who calmly slotted an open ball , tightly in the corner of the goal. Score 3-1.
Then John Stemberger finished the game with his second, final score 4-1.
Sharks take on Millicent at Shark Park next week, a win would secure third spot on the table at the half way mark of the season.
Goal Scorers: M.Weistra 2, J.Stemberger 2
Best Players: T.Kennett, D,Stemberger, J.Stemberger
Shark Attack is provide by John Bruttomesso
Monday, June 21, 2010
Blue Lake v Millicent
A grade
Blue Lake 3 drew Millicent 3. Goal scorers Blue Lake M Thomson-2, M Walters-1. Millicent C Saint-1, 2 own goals.
B Grade
Blue Lake 5 d Millicent 0. Goal scorers: Blue Lake J Fulton-2, S Fulton-2, P Henwood.
Under 14s
Blue Lake 2 d Millicent 0. Goal scorers: N Schultz-1, M Gorey-1.
Under 12s
Blue Lake 14 d Millicent 0 (scorers unknown).
Blue Lake 3 drew Millicent 3. Goal scorers Blue Lake M Thomson-2, M Walters-1. Millicent C Saint-1, 2 own goals.
B Grade
Blue Lake 5 d Millicent 0. Goal scorers: Blue Lake J Fulton-2, S Fulton-2, P Henwood.
Under 14s
Blue Lake 2 d Millicent 0. Goal scorers: N Schultz-1, M Gorey-1.
Under 12s
Blue Lake 14 d Millicent 0 (scorers unknown).
THE BACK OF THE NET WITH IMOGEN PRATT
Round 7 got underway this Saturday after everyones return from the state championships held last weekend. The first game was played between Villa and County, the final score Villa 3 - County 0. Goal scorers for Villa were C. Ellis with 2 goals and J. Wood with 1 goal. The next game was played between Wanderers and Palace, the end result was Wanderers 4 - Palace 0. Goal scorers for Wanderers were P Ackland with 2 goals and J White with 2 goals. The final game was played in Millicent between City and Millicent. The final score was City 4 - Millicent 0. Goal scorers for City are still to be confirmed.
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County 2 d United 0
The local derby of SEWFA kicked off the senior fixtures on Saturday, with County ultimately claiming the points for the first time since 2007. Two very determined sides took to the park with County claiming an early goal from a floating ball into the danger area from Paige Ransom. Although County used pace in its attacking third, United defenders Karen Panagopoulos and Julia Reader were able to read the ball well and deflect any attacks on goal. Megan McMillan in goals for County was rock solid in her position, coming off her line to claim any balls pushed just a little too far in front of attackers. Despite camping comfortably in the County half, United failed to capitalise on many goal scoring opportunities throughout the game. Ransom claimed another in the second half from a free kick just outside the 18 yard box to seal the match.
Goal scorer: County – P Ransom 2
Wanderers 3 d Portland 0
Wanderers hit the park full of confidence, with a side comprising several members of the successful WBSA Under 16 team from the previous week. With three goals scored before the break, including a fine header from Kim Jensz-Walker, Wanderers were looked to outplay the Victorians. However, Portland’s backline settled and made for heavy traffic for Wanderers to break through. Newcomer to the game Jess Looker showed a good understanding of the game, tackling hard and passing some excellent balls along the line for Portland to attack. Alannah Daniel showed good balance on the ball, attacking herself or passing for team mates when required but could not help Portland get onto the scorecard, with Kendall Saffin reading the play well and sending the ball back to Wanderer’s attacking half. With no addition to the score after half time, Wanderers were content to claim the points in a hard fought battle.
Goal scorers: Wanderers – K Moy, K Jensz-Walker, P Ackland
Palace 12 d Villa 0
Palace took control of the match from the start, playing with confidence and poise. Despite the growing scoreline, Villa worked hard with Beth Harris showing some exceptional defensive work to win the ball under pressure and distribute to feet. Sharnee Lock also showed great improvement on Saturday, tackling when necessary but content to play a holding defensive role, forcing Palace to rework its attack on goal. With four scored in the first half, the scoreline crept higher as the second half wore on with 7 goal scorers in total including a headed goal from Bec Hillyer and a last minute finish from Shaye Stuckey who has returned to Palace after a break of several years.
Goal scorers: Palace – J McCormick 4, T Andrews 2, G Tentye 2, E Thompson, B Hillyer, C Dickins, S Stuckey
City 6 d Millicent 1
In a repeat of the half way fixture of last year, City seniors travelled to Millicent. City were keen to get off the mark early this match, after failing to score in its previous two matches and wasted no time in slotting three home in the first half. City displayed quality football, content to pass the ball around to create opportunities in attack, forcing Millicent into a chasing game. During the second half, Tania Grant continued to be the play maker of the team for City, with superb passing to forwards who made no mistake in front of goal with Jen Smith back on the scoreboard with a hat trick. However, Nikki Lambert claimed the distinction of being the first player to slot one past the City keeper for the year to give Millicent a goal of its own. An injury to Millicent keeper Hannah Kent forced a change towards the end of the match, but City travelled home happily with its 3 points.
Goal scorers: City – J Smith 3, K Hendriksen 2, K Maczkowiack 1. Millicent – N Lambert
Under 14s
Wanderers 4 d Palace 0
Despite playing short for many games this season, Wanderers have played imposing football dominating the Under 14 competition. Wanderers were able to take to the park on Saturday with a full complement of players and continued its winning form. Tahlia Sparrow showed great promise on Saturday, impressing spectators on the sidelines with her ability to read the ball well despite only recently joining the sport. Monique Simms for Wanderers also returned from WBSA duties, stamping her authority on the match and playing with great maturity. Imogen Pratt played well in a defensive midfield role for Palace as did Alesha Hales on the right side of midfield. However as the game wore on, Palace legs wore out and Wanderers made the most of its opportunities in front of goal.
Goal scorers: Wanderers – J White 2, P Ackland 2
Villa 3 d County 0
Villa maintained its strong hold on 2nd position on the ladder on Saturday. Rebecca Hough is proving a valuable signing for Villa this year, growing in confidence each week as her ball skills improve rapidly throughout match play. Also for Villa, Melanie Wilmot controlled her position, distributing well and providing excellent off ball movement to support her team mates. Soaking up sustained pressure has become part of the County game, with Ashley Tye as goal keeper, urgently covering ground to deflect a goal bound ball in the first half, much to the delight of her back line. Jess Boyd looked dangerous in attack for County but found it difficult to negotiate the solid defence and Villa held on to claim three goals and three points.
Goal scorers: Villa – C Ellis 2, J Wood 1
City 4 d Millicent 0
Millicent began the game strongly with Adele Cooper returning from injury to strengthen the home side. Jess Stephenson played a midfield role for City, distributing well for forwards and also claiming a goal of her own. City’s defence was unyielding with Erin Ireland again showing her versatility on the pitch, dominating her time in the backline as well as getting on the scorecard. Bethany Bennett played in goals for Millicent and despite conceding two in each half, saved many more strikes on the goal. Millicent’s progress to date this year should make for an interesting encounter against County next week.
Goal scorers: City – J Stephenson, K Kourmouzis, J Van Dijk, E Ireland
The Junior Development Squad met again at Blue Lake Sports Park at 12.45pm. Despite a shaky start, the girls settled into match play well and displayed excellent skills, shooting from long range when presented with an open goal.
This week’s fixtures heralds the second half of the season, with County and Millicent opening proceedings at Blue Lake Sports Park at 1.30pm. Villa face City and Wanderers meet United at 3pm. Palace seniors head to Portland for their match.
In junior matches, County play Millicent and City match up against Palace at 12 noon, followed by a Wanderers / Villa clash at 1.30pm.
The local derby of SEWFA kicked off the senior fixtures on Saturday, with County ultimately claiming the points for the first time since 2007. Two very determined sides took to the park with County claiming an early goal from a floating ball into the danger area from Paige Ransom. Although County used pace in its attacking third, United defenders Karen Panagopoulos and Julia Reader were able to read the ball well and deflect any attacks on goal. Megan McMillan in goals for County was rock solid in her position, coming off her line to claim any balls pushed just a little too far in front of attackers. Despite camping comfortably in the County half, United failed to capitalise on many goal scoring opportunities throughout the game. Ransom claimed another in the second half from a free kick just outside the 18 yard box to seal the match.
Goal scorer: County – P Ransom 2
Wanderers 3 d Portland 0
Wanderers hit the park full of confidence, with a side comprising several members of the successful WBSA Under 16 team from the previous week. With three goals scored before the break, including a fine header from Kim Jensz-Walker, Wanderers were looked to outplay the Victorians. However, Portland’s backline settled and made for heavy traffic for Wanderers to break through. Newcomer to the game Jess Looker showed a good understanding of the game, tackling hard and passing some excellent balls along the line for Portland to attack. Alannah Daniel showed good balance on the ball, attacking herself or passing for team mates when required but could not help Portland get onto the scorecard, with Kendall Saffin reading the play well and sending the ball back to Wanderer’s attacking half. With no addition to the score after half time, Wanderers were content to claim the points in a hard fought battle.
Goal scorers: Wanderers – K Moy, K Jensz-Walker, P Ackland
Palace 12 d Villa 0
Palace took control of the match from the start, playing with confidence and poise. Despite the growing scoreline, Villa worked hard with Beth Harris showing some exceptional defensive work to win the ball under pressure and distribute to feet. Sharnee Lock also showed great improvement on Saturday, tackling when necessary but content to play a holding defensive role, forcing Palace to rework its attack on goal. With four scored in the first half, the scoreline crept higher as the second half wore on with 7 goal scorers in total including a headed goal from Bec Hillyer and a last minute finish from Shaye Stuckey who has returned to Palace after a break of several years.
Goal scorers: Palace – J McCormick 4, T Andrews 2, G Tentye 2, E Thompson, B Hillyer, C Dickins, S Stuckey
City 6 d Millicent 1
In a repeat of the half way fixture of last year, City seniors travelled to Millicent. City were keen to get off the mark early this match, after failing to score in its previous two matches and wasted no time in slotting three home in the first half. City displayed quality football, content to pass the ball around to create opportunities in attack, forcing Millicent into a chasing game. During the second half, Tania Grant continued to be the play maker of the team for City, with superb passing to forwards who made no mistake in front of goal with Jen Smith back on the scoreboard with a hat trick. However, Nikki Lambert claimed the distinction of being the first player to slot one past the City keeper for the year to give Millicent a goal of its own. An injury to Millicent keeper Hannah Kent forced a change towards the end of the match, but City travelled home happily with its 3 points.
Goal scorers: City – J Smith 3, K Hendriksen 2, K Maczkowiack 1. Millicent – N Lambert
Under 14s
Wanderers 4 d Palace 0
Despite playing short for many games this season, Wanderers have played imposing football dominating the Under 14 competition. Wanderers were able to take to the park on Saturday with a full complement of players and continued its winning form. Tahlia Sparrow showed great promise on Saturday, impressing spectators on the sidelines with her ability to read the ball well despite only recently joining the sport. Monique Simms for Wanderers also returned from WBSA duties, stamping her authority on the match and playing with great maturity. Imogen Pratt played well in a defensive midfield role for Palace as did Alesha Hales on the right side of midfield. However as the game wore on, Palace legs wore out and Wanderers made the most of its opportunities in front of goal.
Goal scorers: Wanderers – J White 2, P Ackland 2
Villa 3 d County 0
Villa maintained its strong hold on 2nd position on the ladder on Saturday. Rebecca Hough is proving a valuable signing for Villa this year, growing in confidence each week as her ball skills improve rapidly throughout match play. Also for Villa, Melanie Wilmot controlled her position, distributing well and providing excellent off ball movement to support her team mates. Soaking up sustained pressure has become part of the County game, with Ashley Tye as goal keeper, urgently covering ground to deflect a goal bound ball in the first half, much to the delight of her back line. Jess Boyd looked dangerous in attack for County but found it difficult to negotiate the solid defence and Villa held on to claim three goals and three points.
Goal scorers: Villa – C Ellis 2, J Wood 1
City 4 d Millicent 0
Millicent began the game strongly with Adele Cooper returning from injury to strengthen the home side. Jess Stephenson played a midfield role for City, distributing well for forwards and also claiming a goal of her own. City’s defence was unyielding with Erin Ireland again showing her versatility on the pitch, dominating her time in the backline as well as getting on the scorecard. Bethany Bennett played in goals for Millicent and despite conceding two in each half, saved many more strikes on the goal. Millicent’s progress to date this year should make for an interesting encounter against County next week.
Goal scorers: City – J Stephenson, K Kourmouzis, J Van Dijk, E Ireland
The Junior Development Squad met again at Blue Lake Sports Park at 12.45pm. Despite a shaky start, the girls settled into match play well and displayed excellent skills, shooting from long range when presented with an open goal.
This week’s fixtures heralds the second half of the season, with County and Millicent opening proceedings at Blue Lake Sports Park at 1.30pm. Villa face City and Wanderers meet United at 3pm. Palace seniors head to Portland for their match.
In junior matches, County play Millicent and City match up against Palace at 12 noon, followed by a Wanderers / Villa clash at 1.30pm.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
WORLD CUP ANTHEMS - NUMBER 7
"World in Motion" is a song by the British musical group New Order. It is New Order's only UK number one single. The song was released under the name Englandneworder, and was produced for the England football team's 1990 World Cup campaign. As a result it features several members of the 1990 English team, as well as comedian Keith Allen, who co-wrote the lyrics..
A rap is performed by Jamaican-born England player John Barnes towards the end of the track. The rap part was co-written by former Liverpool player, Craig Johnston. In addition to Barnes, the entire squad sing on parts of the track. It is claimed that the apparent quotes from other
A rap is performed by Jamaican-born England player John Barnes towards the end of the track. The rap part was co-written by former Liverpool player, Craig Johnston. In addition to Barnes, the entire squad sing on parts of the track. It is claimed that the apparent quotes from other
The single was re-released for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, this time with the track "Such a Good Thing" replacing "The B-Side". It failed to enter the UK Top 40. The 2002 version was planned to have David Beckham performing the rap, but the F.A vetoed the idea. It was due to have been re-released again in remixed form for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. However despite a UK release date of 29 May 2006 a last minute decision was taken to shelve this release and the remix has never surfaced.
The legendary "They think it's all over" quotation uttered by football commentator Kenneth Wolstenholme at the end of the 1966 World Cup Final between England and West Germany is utilised at the beginning and end of the track (though not the original; Wolstenholme re-recorded his famous phrase especially for the producers), and somewhat less known samples, such as "A beauty scored by Bobby Charlton" and "We Want Goals" are taken from Goal!, the official documentary film on the 1966 tournament; the voice in question used here is actor Nigel Patrick.
It is currently being used in the commercial for Mars.
In 2010, prior to the 2010 World Cup it was voted the #1 England football anthem, by the British public.
The legendary "They think it's all over" quotation uttered by football commentator Kenneth Wolstenholme at the end of the 1966 World Cup Final between England and West Germany is utilised at the beginning and end of the track (though not the original; Wolstenholme re-recorded his famous phrase especially for the producers), and somewhat less known samples, such as "A beauty scored by Bobby Charlton" and "We Want Goals" are taken from Goal!, the official documentary film on the 1966 tournament; the voice in question used here is actor Nigel Patrick.
It is currently being used in the commercial for Mars.
In 2010, prior to the 2010 World Cup it was voted the #1 England football anthem, by the British public.
THE ROUND BALL MEETS THE HEART
Round Ball Senior Development Officer Tom Dickson and Sponsorship and Marketing Manager Joe Dunning had time to catch up with the Heart in Geelong last week. Listen to the show this week to find out how they went.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Match Report: Wimmera South Coast Eagles vs. Heart – 17 June 2010
On a chilly & overcast Wednesday night a few hundred onlookers seized the opportunity to watch several first-team players in action as Melbourne Heart faced Wimmera South Coast Eagles at the home ground of North Geelong Soccer Club. Not a single Vuvuzela was heard – a welcome respite.
Whilst several new faces on both sides were given the opportunity to impress Van’t Schip, Dutchman Rutger Worm and local Kamal Ibrahim lit up the pitch in the first half, producing several dangerous runs down their respective wings and connecting well with teammates.
Heart started calmly – in control and retaining possession. Attacks were built up from defence and the team seemed to enjoy moving the ball around and allowing everyone a touch. Whilst the pitch wasn’t in spectacular condition and at ground level one could notice an elevation in the middle, it was interesting to see that Heart kept the ball low, exploited the width and were confident in controlling the at-times wildly bouncing ball.
On the rare occasion the young and speedy Eagles crossed the half-way line, they were quickly cut off and dispossessed.
The first highlight of the match had Sibon trying a lob over the Eagles keeper from the corner of the box and hitting the crossbar. Ominous signs of things to come. Soon afterward fans were given an opportunity to shake off the frostbite by applauding Heart’s first goal, with Hoffman taking the honours after a well timed shot from inside the box beat the Eagles keeper.
Sibon was further given a few chances to open his account during the first half with some well-directed headers, but the Eagles keeper managed to defend his goal well. At the half time break the score was 1-0.
The first half had considerably more Heart first-team players on the pitch than the second. Amongst the players were Bolton, Marrone, Hamill, Colosimo, Worm, Sibon, Ibrahim, Hoffman, Babalj and Taseski – with Aloisi, Heffernan, Thompson and a few others watching from the sidelines and happily signing autographs and taking photos.
The second half saw extra trialists replace several Heart players. The highest profile was Theo Markelis who has previously trained in Valencia’s academy alongside players such as David Villa.
The Eagles were resurgent on the re-start and started exploiting their speed and creating several goal-scoring chances on the counterattack. Seemingly against the run of play, approximately 15 minutes into the second half Heart got on the scoreboard again, this time after an lucky own-goal, with a bouncing ball coming off a defender past the Eagles goalkeeper.
Wimmera refused to say die and with Van’t Schip watching and several players keen to impress soon got a goal back. A nice piece of counterattacking play was worked through the midfield and the Eagles striker put the ball past the Heart substitute goalkeeper.
In the remaining 20 minutes, Heart had several clear-cut goal chances, but they were saved expertly by the Eagles keeper. Just before full-time Eli Babalj made the score 3:1, beating the goalkeeper after being on the receiving end of a fantastic through-ball.
All-in-all, this was Melbourne Heart’s first friendly match and the result was not imperative. Van’t Schip previously stressed the importance of developing Heart’s own ‘style’ and if we are to see more of the same, fans can expect to see attractive short-passing football with talented and confident players who have the technical skills to use the ball.
Honorable mentions go to the Yarraside Terrace Group who traveled from Melbourne to fly the Heart flags and banners, to Wimmera South Coast Eagles for not using the Jabulani match-ball, and to the North Geelong Soccer Club canteen, which provided good quality Cevapi to combat the temperature and ensure rigor mortis did not set in.
Report by Matt Kuszner.
Whilst several new faces on both sides were given the opportunity to impress Van’t Schip, Dutchman Rutger Worm and local Kamal Ibrahim lit up the pitch in the first half, producing several dangerous runs down their respective wings and connecting well with teammates.
Heart started calmly – in control and retaining possession. Attacks were built up from defence and the team seemed to enjoy moving the ball around and allowing everyone a touch. Whilst the pitch wasn’t in spectacular condition and at ground level one could notice an elevation in the middle, it was interesting to see that Heart kept the ball low, exploited the width and were confident in controlling the at-times wildly bouncing ball.
On the rare occasion the young and speedy Eagles crossed the half-way line, they were quickly cut off and dispossessed.
The first highlight of the match had Sibon trying a lob over the Eagles keeper from the corner of the box and hitting the crossbar. Ominous signs of things to come. Soon afterward fans were given an opportunity to shake off the frostbite by applauding Heart’s first goal, with Hoffman taking the honours after a well timed shot from inside the box beat the Eagles keeper.
Sibon was further given a few chances to open his account during the first half with some well-directed headers, but the Eagles keeper managed to defend his goal well. At the half time break the score was 1-0.
The first half had considerably more Heart first-team players on the pitch than the second. Amongst the players were Bolton, Marrone, Hamill, Colosimo, Worm, Sibon, Ibrahim, Hoffman, Babalj and Taseski – with Aloisi, Heffernan, Thompson and a few others watching from the sidelines and happily signing autographs and taking photos.
The second half saw extra trialists replace several Heart players. The highest profile was Theo Markelis who has previously trained in Valencia’s academy alongside players such as David Villa.
The Eagles were resurgent on the re-start and started exploiting their speed and creating several goal-scoring chances on the counterattack. Seemingly against the run of play, approximately 15 minutes into the second half Heart got on the scoreboard again, this time after an lucky own-goal, with a bouncing ball coming off a defender past the Eagles goalkeeper.
Wimmera refused to say die and with Van’t Schip watching and several players keen to impress soon got a goal back. A nice piece of counterattacking play was worked through the midfield and the Eagles striker put the ball past the Heart substitute goalkeeper.
In the remaining 20 minutes, Heart had several clear-cut goal chances, but they were saved expertly by the Eagles keeper. Just before full-time Eli Babalj made the score 3:1, beating the goalkeeper after being on the receiving end of a fantastic through-ball.
All-in-all, this was Melbourne Heart’s first friendly match and the result was not imperative. Van’t Schip previously stressed the importance of developing Heart’s own ‘style’ and if we are to see more of the same, fans can expect to see attractive short-passing football with talented and confident players who have the technical skills to use the ball.
Honorable mentions go to the Yarraside Terrace Group who traveled from Melbourne to fly the Heart flags and banners, to Wimmera South Coast Eagles for not using the Jabulani match-ball, and to the North Geelong Soccer Club canteen, which provided good quality Cevapi to combat the temperature and ensure rigor mortis did not set in.
Report by Matt Kuszner.
Melbourne Heart Supporters Club
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• see how a $400 pair of boots are made
• get a view from the world's top football surgeon and
• discover why the Socceroos' kit is just a load of old rubbish
To boot up your free copy of our Science Of Football digital magazine
http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/6756b22c
Thursday, June 17, 2010
SO CLOSE FOR FERGUSON
Callum Ferguson has completed his first match against A League competition being part of a regional development side that has gone down 3 1 to Melbourne Heart in Geelong tonight. Ferguson had a chance to score late in the second half however he was denied by Socceroos squad member Clint Bolton.
FERGUSON SET TO TACKLE THE HEART
Former local soccer star Callum Ferguson took another huge step towards his dream of becoming a professional soccer player tonight taking to the pitch against some of the countries biggest soccer stars. Ferguson was selected to represent the Wimmera South Coast Eagles, acomposite under 21 development squad against the new A-League MelbourneHeart franchise. Ferguson was nominated by his current coach Ante Skoko, brother of former Mount Gambier resident and Socceroo, Josip Skoko to attend trials and as aresult of the trials he was offered a position in the squad. Scott Dickson, former coach and CEO of the Round Ball community football development program was delighted for Ferguson and the possibility ofdoors the experience may open. “This is the reason why Callum signed forNorth Geelong. High quality coaches, a supportive environment and plentyof opportunities for progression. We are very pleased for Callum and hisfamily it is a true indication that hard work and perseverance does payoff.” The game which wrapped up Melbourne Hearts three-day visit to Geelong forthe Community Football Festival took part at North Geelong's home ground -Elcho Park - with former Socceroos' Clint Bolton and Simon Colosimoheading the Heart outfit. Dutch signings Gerald Sibon and Rutger Worm also lined for the Heart.Marquee signing Josip Skoko missed the game and is not due to arrive backin Melbourne in the first week in July, just in time for the Heart’sexhibition game against Premier League powerhouse, Everton game on July 14 Heart will give an opportunity to a couple of trialists during tonight'sgame including Lawrence Thomas, a very promising keeper who has been atthe Australian Institute of Sport, and Green Gully youngster Nick Kalmar.It will also be a chance for all the Geelong boys to show that they areworthy of consideration for a higher level of football. Hearts' head of football operations John Didulica said recently that Heartwill integrate its youth league squad with the senior team and the visitto Geelong will provide a unique opportunity to asses local players worthyof consideration for a higher level of football. A full match report including photographs of Callum’s brush with the starswill be included in Tuesdays Border Watch
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
WORLD CUP ANTHEMS - NUMBER 8
At number 8 is the Scotland World Cup classic by Del Amitri, Don't Come Home too Soon.
Pity it didnt work.
So long, go on and do your best,
Let all France have whiskey on it's breath,
The world may not be shaking yet but you might prove them wrong,
Even long shots make it
So go then, out into history,
and show them how easy it can be,
you might not believe it yet but pretty soon you'll see,
Even long shots make it,
Just don't come home too soon,
Just don't come home too soon,
And I don't care what people say,
we can laugh it all away,
But if I have a dream at all for once you won't be on that stupid plane
And the world may not be shaking yet,
but you might prove them wrong,
Even long shots make it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG-RmaD2Mic&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7ffzKGai-w&feature=related
Let all France have whiskey on it's breath,
The world may not be shaking yet but you might prove them wrong,
Even long shots make it
So go then, out into history,
and show them how easy it can be,
you might not believe it yet but pretty soon you'll see,
Even long shots make it,
Just don't come home too soon,
Just don't come home too soon,
And I don't care what people say,
we can laugh it all away,
But if I have a dream at all for once you won't be on that stupid plane
And the world may not be shaking yet,
but you might prove them wrong,
Even long shots make it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG-RmaD2Mic&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7ffzKGai-w&feature=related
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
World Cup 2010 Instant Replay In Lego
Poor Robert Green. First, worldwide scorn after his fumbling in the World Cup 2010's England-USA game. Then, even more mockery, including lolcats. And now, his vaseline hands immortalized in Lego, thanks to the folks from Lego Fussball.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXo2nm2ODF0&feature=player_embedded#!
Monday, June 14, 2010
HOW DID OUR KIDS GO?
U16 BOYS - SECOND
WBSA 0 LOST TO PORT PIRIE 1
WBSA 3 LOST TO NOARLUNGA 5
WBSA 8 DEFEATED WHYALLA 2
U13 BOYS
WBSA 2 LOST TO NORTH WEST 3
WBSA 0 LOST TO NOARLUNGA 3
U11 BOYS
WBSA 1 LOST TO NOARLUNGA 4
*all results unofficial
Official SEWFA Report
Players of the South East Women’s Football Association represented the Western Border Soccer Association at West Beach last weekend, with the Under 16 girls’ team back in the winner’s circle, claiming the title of State Junior Champions.
Coached by Warren McCallum, the girls played a round robin format coming up against teams from around the State, conceding only 2 goals over the championship.
The Under 13 girls also performed very well with two wins and two losses and hope to improve on this result during the Country Championships held in September.
Results:
Under 16 Girls
WBSA 1 drew with Adelaide Hills 1
Goal scorer: J D’Onghia
WBSA 5 defeated North West 1
Goal Scorers: M Iannella 2, J McCormick 2, K Walker
WBSA 13 defeated Riverland 0
Goal scorers: M Iannella 7, J McCormick, 3, J D’Onghia, W Robinson, E Ireland
WBSA 7 defeated Noarlunga 0
Goal scorers: M Iannella 4, J McCormick, W Robinson, OG
Under 13 Girls
WBSA 1 defeated Noarlunga 0
Goal scorer: M Simms
North West 2 defeated WBSA 0
WBSA 3 defeated Riverland 0
Goal scorers: J Wood 2, J White
Adelaide Hills 3 defeated WBSA 1
Goal scorer: J White
This week the girls will return to Blue Lake Sports Park to participate in local matches. The opening senior match of the day promises to be a highlight with United taking on County at 1.30pm, followed by Palace v Villa and Wanderers against Portland at 3pm. The junior matches commence at 12noon with Villa playing County and Wanderers meeting Palace. City will travel to Millicent for both junior and senior fixtures.
WORLD CUP ANTHEMS - NUMBER 9
The Socceroos need your help, have a listen to the Socceroos Official World Cup Song by the Rogue Traders.
. The track is called Hearts Beat As One and features the heartbeats of 100 Westfield shoppers from across the country to create the rhythm for the song.
. The track is called Hearts Beat As One and features the heartbeats of 100 Westfield shoppers from across the country to create the rhythm for the song.
You can purchase the track online now.
http://westfield.com.au/aucentres/pulse-of-the-nation/the-song/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cl-3QLG52Zk
http://westfield.com.au/aucentres/pulse-of-the-nation/the-song/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cl-3QLG52Zk
Sunday, June 13, 2010
WORLD CUP ANTHEMS - NUMBER 10
Over the first ten days of the cup we will count down some of the greatest World Cup songs.
At number 10
Check this one out - Rik Mayall's Noble England - World Cup Anthem 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqG6lY9XGb8
http://www.nobleengland.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqG6lY9XGb8
http://www.nobleengland.com/
Saturday, June 12, 2010
FERGUSON SCORES AGAIN!
For the third game in a row Callum Ferguson has scored for the U21's at North Geelong as they extended their lead at the top of the table to 6 points. The seniors won 3 nil with Ferguson getting a run late on. they move to 3rd in th VPL Div 1 table.
MAN IN THE BALL
After a nationwide search, Sydney based football fan Adam Santarossa, will live and breathe football, literally, for the duration of the World Cup.
Living in a 6 metre high version of the actual adidas Jabulani for 31 days straight and watching all 64 FIFA World Cup matches, Adam will experience the World Cup like never before, and then share his adventures with the world, via this website!
ALEX SIMS INJURED
The Round Ball wishes all the best to Alex Sims who was injured today. He has a suspected broken wrist.
HOW ARE OUR KIDS GOING? DAY 1
U16 GIRLS
WBSA 4 V RIVERLAND 0
WBSA 10 V NOARLUNGA 0
*NO POINTS AWARDED ON THE SATURDAY IN GIRLS GRADES?
U14 BOYS
WBSA 1 V PT PIRIE 0
WBSA 0 V NOARLUNGA 2
U16 BOYS
WBSA 4 V RIVERLAND 2
WBSA 5 V NOARLUNGA 2
Friday, June 11, 2010
Kick off!
Dear scott,
Today's the big kick off! World Cup 2010 has finally begun.
As 1GOAL fans, we're all looking for least two things to happen during the tournament: Our favourite team to hit the back of the net -- preferably more than once -- and a global call for universal education loud enough to make it happen.
Today, we get a chance to help make both these dreams come true by taking on the new 1GOAL, 1Friend challenge.
Here's how it works: First, sign up online, pledging that for every goal your favourite team scores during the World Cup, you'll ask at least 1 friend to send a special yellow card to world leaders, urging them to swiftly secure quality education for all.
We'll add up the pledges and deliver them directly to each squad -- so they'll know every goal they score will grow the global campaign to give 72 million children a shot at a better future.
We can make education for all the permanent legacy of the 2010 World Cup. But with the first match kicking off in just a few hours, there's no time to lose. Please sign up for the 1GOAL, 1Friend challenge today:
www.join1goal.org/r/1g1f/
Inviting your friends is easy. After your team scores a goal, we'll send you all the info you need and the link to our special yellow card petition, calling on world leaders to guarantee education for all.
We'll deliver all the yellow cards from you and your friends directly to world leaders at the Education Summit in Cape Town, happening just before the final match in July.
Top government officials from all over the world will meet there to discuss the 72 million children who are still denied a basic education. How much they are willing to do will depend on how loud our voice becomes.
That's why FIFA, top footballers from Ronaldo to Pele, global superstars like Shakira and millions of football fans from every nation have come together to support 1GOAL for World Cup 2010 -- Education for All.
For the players on the pitch, fans around the world, and the children who are counting on us for a better future, let's make the 2010 World Cup a victory to remember.
Please sign up for the 1GOAL, 1Friend challenge today:
www.join1goal.org/r/1g1f/
Thanks for making a difference,
The 1GOAL team
Today's the big kick off! World Cup 2010 has finally begun.
As 1GOAL fans, we're all looking for least two things to happen during the tournament: Our favourite team to hit the back of the net -- preferably more than once -- and a global call for universal education loud enough to make it happen.
Today, we get a chance to help make both these dreams come true by taking on the new 1GOAL, 1Friend challenge.
Here's how it works: First, sign up online, pledging that for every goal your favourite team scores during the World Cup, you'll ask at least 1 friend to send a special yellow card to world leaders, urging them to swiftly secure quality education for all.
We'll add up the pledges and deliver them directly to each squad -- so they'll know every goal they score will grow the global campaign to give 72 million children a shot at a better future.
We can make education for all the permanent legacy of the 2010 World Cup. But with the first match kicking off in just a few hours, there's no time to lose. Please sign up for the 1GOAL, 1Friend challenge today:
www.join1goal.org/r/1g1f/
Inviting your friends is easy. After your team scores a goal, we'll send you all the info you need and the link to our special yellow card petition, calling on world leaders to guarantee education for all.
We'll deliver all the yellow cards from you and your friends directly to world leaders at the Education Summit in Cape Town, happening just before the final match in July.
Top government officials from all over the world will meet there to discuss the 72 million children who are still denied a basic education. How much they are willing to do will depend on how loud our voice becomes.
That's why FIFA, top footballers from Ronaldo to Pele, global superstars like Shakira and millions of football fans from every nation have come together to support 1GOAL for World Cup 2010 -- Education for All.
For the players on the pitch, fans around the world, and the children who are counting on us for a better future, let's make the 2010 World Cup a victory to remember.
Please sign up for the 1GOAL, 1Friend challenge today:
www.join1goal.org/r/1g1f/
Thanks for making a difference,
The 1GOAL team
FERGUSON GETS HIS CHANCE
Callum Ferguson has been accepted into the provisional Wimmera Under 21 training squad. The squad will be trimmed on Monday with the final 16 set to play Melbourne Heart in Geelong on Thursday night. Good luck Callum.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Melbourne Heart FC eNews
Following months of preparation, Melbourne Heart FC's inaugural squad has finally taken to the park and kicked off pre-season training ahead of the Hyundai A-League 2010/11 season.
For members of the Club's backroom football and administration staff, the event marked a major milestone and is a key turning point as we head into our first ever domestic campaign.
A further slice of history will be created next week when the team faces Wimmera South Coast Eagles as part of the Westpac Community Football Festival in Geelong next Thursday at Elcho Park in our first ever match.
Meanwhile, the Priority Access period ends tomorrow at 5pm, so if you have made a deposit and are yet to purchase a membership, I strongly advise you do so by the deadline to retain your priority privileges.
By securing a Foundation Membership, you will have access to all 15 home games at AAMI Park, Melbourne's newest sporting venue, which will provide fans with the ultimate purpose built, football experience, highlighting our commitment to transforming the ground into the team's true home.
The Reserved Seating options offer pristine vantage points, with every lunge and twist almost seemingly within your grasp, while General Admission will propel you into the heart of the action, becoming part of the pulse which drives our Heart to victory.
General Admission Memberships start at $37.50 for juniors, $225 for adults and represent a saving of 30-55% compared to purchasing tickets individually on match day.
Click here for a brochure, or here to head straight to the membership portal.
Yours in football,
Scott Munn
For members of the Club's backroom football and administration staff, the event marked a major milestone and is a key turning point as we head into our first ever domestic campaign.
A further slice of history will be created next week when the team faces Wimmera South Coast Eagles as part of the Westpac Community Football Festival in Geelong next Thursday at Elcho Park in our first ever match.
Meanwhile, the Priority Access period ends tomorrow at 5pm, so if you have made a deposit and are yet to purchase a membership, I strongly advise you do so by the deadline to retain your priority privileges.
By securing a Foundation Membership, you will have access to all 15 home games at AAMI Park, Melbourne's newest sporting venue, which will provide fans with the ultimate purpose built, football experience, highlighting our commitment to transforming the ground into the team's true home.
The Reserved Seating options offer pristine vantage points, with every lunge and twist almost seemingly within your grasp, while General Admission will propel you into the heart of the action, becoming part of the pulse which drives our Heart to victory.
General Admission Memberships start at $37.50 for juniors, $225 for adults and represent a saving of 30-55% compared to purchasing tickets individually on match day.
Click here for a brochure, or here to head straight to the membership portal.
Yours in football,
Scott Munn
FootballTricks.Com - Half price World Cup Sale
Everybody gets excited about the game when the World Cup is on. FootballTricks.Com is going to make it easy for you to keep the passion burning by offering all our DVDs and eBooks at half price till the end of June. This is a fantastic opportunity to motivate your family or your players to love the game as much as you do.
Street Moves DVD Brilliant DVD that explains how to do nutmegs, trick passes and beat moves that every player wants to be able to do. Have a look at the moves in action in this trailer Street Moves Trailer
Tricks of the Trade DVD - Vol 1 A fantastic 90 min DVD that teaches how to do freestyle juggling tricks with a ball. Watch and enjoy this clip to get an idea of what tricks are on the DVD Tricks 1 DVD Trailer
1 to 1 - Parent Player Coaching A 2 - DVD set which gives you the parent the ability to work with your own child to make them the best they can be.
'Volunteer Coaching - Survivor's Guide 6 - 12 Years' Terrific eBook with enough ideas to fill every training session for the whole season.
For more info about the DVDs or eBook go to info
Sean
Footballtricks.com, Glencraig Crescent, Kinross, WA
Street Moves DVD Brilliant DVD that explains how to do nutmegs, trick passes and beat moves that every player wants to be able to do. Have a look at the moves in action in this trailer Street Moves Trailer
Tricks of the Trade DVD - Vol 1 A fantastic 90 min DVD that teaches how to do freestyle juggling tricks with a ball. Watch and enjoy this clip to get an idea of what tricks are on the DVD Tricks 1 DVD Trailer
1 to 1 - Parent Player Coaching A 2 - DVD set which gives you the parent the ability to work with your own child to make them the best they can be.
'Volunteer Coaching - Survivor's Guide 6 - 12 Years' Terrific eBook with enough ideas to fill every training session for the whole season.
For more info about the DVDs or eBook go to info
Sean
Footballtricks.com, Glencraig Crescent, Kinross, WA
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
BLUE'S NEWS BY LEW FERGUSON
BLUE LAKE v PORTLAND
Blue Lake hosted Portland hoping to get a win to keep them in touch with the leading group, Portland on the other hand have shown improvement over the last couple of weeks and would have gone into the game with the hope of taking at least a point back to Victoria.
Blue Lake started like a house on fire and could have been two up in the first ten minutes when Thomson had two good chances but failed to convert. The Blues midfield were well on top and some slick passing in the first half hour gave them plenty of confidence, but the reward for all this possession was zilch due to not being able to break through the Portland defence and (especially)Boers in goals. While they were controlling the midfield Portland was still able to make quick breaks and threatened to score against the run of play with the skilful Atoairesei causing problems and with the help of Chapman was keen to take advantage of the fact the Blues could not score. Only a brilliant save from Armandi stopped Atoairesei from the first goal after a terrific shot. The game started to lose its intensity at this stage but livened up after a good cross by Guess caused a defensive error by Portland and left Chatindiara with a tap in to finally open the account.
The second half started as the first had finished with a very lack lustre display. Blue Lake were still dominating possession but were unable to break through the last line with Hatton, Miller and goal keeper Boers all playing very well. Reiner for the Blues who scored his first A Grade goals the week before was very unlucky not to add two more with excellent headers only to see the agile Boers in goals make two terrific saves. The Blues would have been concerned that a one goal buffer was not going to be enough as Portland were always threatening to get a quick break and levelling the game but the leadership of Strachan at the back kept the forwards at bay. The game was finally put out of Portlands reach when a great ball through to Vujica from Thomson allowed the youngster to turn his man and hit a cracking shot into the back of the net.
The game petered out after this and gave the Blues the win they needed, however if they are to match it with the teams above them they need to improve on both their intensity and their goal scoring, Portland would not be happy going home without any points but coach Gerritsen would be reasonably happy that his side is improving and the signs are there for them to improve even further as the season continues.
Best players:
Blue Lake, Strachan, Vujica, Reiner and Guess
Portland, Boers, Atoairesei, Miller and Chapman
A Grade
Blue Lake d Portland 2-0. Goal scorers Blue Lake W. Chatindiara, M Vujica.
B Grade
Blue Lake d Portland 4-2. Goal scorers Blue Lake: W Kilsby - 2, S Fulton - 1, M Davison – 1. Portland S Trewick -1, H McCulloch – 1.
Under 14
Blue Lake drew Portland 1-1. Goal scorers Blue Lake: E Brown. Portland: T Jensen.
Under 12
Portland d Blue Lake 6-0.
Goal scorers: Portland: J Davies – 3, R Bail – 2, J Chapple - 1
Blue Lake hosted Portland hoping to get a win to keep them in touch with the leading group, Portland on the other hand have shown improvement over the last couple of weeks and would have gone into the game with the hope of taking at least a point back to Victoria.
Blue Lake started like a house on fire and could have been two up in the first ten minutes when Thomson had two good chances but failed to convert. The Blues midfield were well on top and some slick passing in the first half hour gave them plenty of confidence, but the reward for all this possession was zilch due to not being able to break through the Portland defence and (especially)Boers in goals. While they were controlling the midfield Portland was still able to make quick breaks and threatened to score against the run of play with the skilful Atoairesei causing problems and with the help of Chapman was keen to take advantage of the fact the Blues could not score. Only a brilliant save from Armandi stopped Atoairesei from the first goal after a terrific shot. The game started to lose its intensity at this stage but livened up after a good cross by Guess caused a defensive error by Portland and left Chatindiara with a tap in to finally open the account.
The second half started as the first had finished with a very lack lustre display. Blue Lake were still dominating possession but were unable to break through the last line with Hatton, Miller and goal keeper Boers all playing very well. Reiner for the Blues who scored his first A Grade goals the week before was very unlucky not to add two more with excellent headers only to see the agile Boers in goals make two terrific saves. The Blues would have been concerned that a one goal buffer was not going to be enough as Portland were always threatening to get a quick break and levelling the game but the leadership of Strachan at the back kept the forwards at bay. The game was finally put out of Portlands reach when a great ball through to Vujica from Thomson allowed the youngster to turn his man and hit a cracking shot into the back of the net.
The game petered out after this and gave the Blues the win they needed, however if they are to match it with the teams above them they need to improve on both their intensity and their goal scoring, Portland would not be happy going home without any points but coach Gerritsen would be reasonably happy that his side is improving and the signs are there for them to improve even further as the season continues.
Best players:
Blue Lake, Strachan, Vujica, Reiner and Guess
Portland, Boers, Atoairesei, Miller and Chapman
A Grade
Blue Lake d Portland 2-0. Goal scorers Blue Lake W. Chatindiara, M Vujica.
B Grade
Blue Lake d Portland 4-2. Goal scorers Blue Lake: W Kilsby - 2, S Fulton - 1, M Davison – 1. Portland S Trewick -1, H McCulloch – 1.
Under 14
Blue Lake drew Portland 1-1. Goal scorers Blue Lake: E Brown. Portland: T Jensen.
Under 12
Portland d Blue Lake 6-0.
Goal scorers: Portland: J Davies – 3, R Bail – 2, J Chapple - 1
SHARK ATTACK BY JOHN BRUTTOMESSO
In Round 5 , the Sharks travel to Naracoorte after coming close beating Inter in the previous week.
Sad news for the Sharks, new player Anthony Adesanmi will be returning back to the UK within the next week due to family reasons.
Missing from the line up this week was Lance Da Rocha & Damian Stemberger.
Sharks have been struggling to convert chances for goal, so the focus this week was to improve on their finishing.
The Sharks started just as asked by coach Bruttomesso, and the first goal (4min)of the day came from a well directed pass by Tobin, who found the feet of Weistra.
Weistra took on the United defence and shot for goal. The ball reflected off the post but Weistra followed up and ensure it was over the line. Score 1-0
The Sharks were controlling the game, and placing enormous pressure on their opposition.
Soon after (9min) another goal by scored by Weistra who finished some good passages of play by the Sharks midfield combination of Kennett ,Gordon, Widdison & Tobin. Score 2-0
The game all of a sudden changed, and United was awarded a penalty after Referee Stephenson took his time to point to the spot, when United Brazilian forward was fouled in the box by Sharks defender Bytheway. Score 2-1
United crowd was behind their team, however the Sharks kept their composure and just persisted with attack after attack, but unfortunately all unsuccessful.
The luck was definitely not with the Sharks, and the poor form of not being able to score goals was starting show signs of frustration for the Sharks.
At the (33 min), a corner kick by United resulted in a ‘6yd box’ goal scramble where the Sharks defence could not clear the ball, but United Brazilian fwd was able to tap the ball into goal, giving Naracoorte their second. Score 2-2.
Sharks started the second half with a slight change to their formation.
Sharks Coach Bruttomesso moved Tobin into the forward line pairing up with Weistra.
This change proved to work as it was the (55min), when Weistra score his third to claim a hatrick. Score 3-2
Best on ground performance from Kennett, Tobin & Gordon saw the Sharks lift in the second half, applying more pressure on the United defence, but with Nzeakor, Widdison, Adesanmi holding strong United were unable to penetrate the Sharks solid defence.
Sharks retained majority of the possession displaying some excellent ball movement down and across the park.
Naracoorte were playing counter attack style football, and one time the Sharks defence were caught flat footed, but fortunately Sharks keeper Fuller was able to prevent United scoring another goal in a 1v1 challenge.
The Sharks were persistent in attacking the goals, when relief at the (87min) from the Sharks bench came when Kennett rose above the pack to score a nice header from a well taken corner. Score 4-2.
The game ended with a score of 4-2, resulting Sharks gaining 3 premiership points to remain in third position on the WBSA ladder , 2 points behind Inter.
Goals: M.Weistra 3, T.Kennett 1
Best Players: M.Weistra, T.Kennett, R.Tobin
Other Scores:
U12 won 3-2
U17 won 3-0
B Grade won 6-2
A Grade won 4-2
Sharks next game against Centrals will be the biggest test for them this year, after losing narrowily to premiership favourites Apollo 2-0 and drawing 1-1 with Inter.
Sharks will need to find some finishing form to ensure they convert their chances, if they have any chance of remaining in the Top 4, and win more games.
Losing a quality player like Adesanmi will cause a massive hole in the Sharks defence, but experienced Club captain Da Rocha is ready to return from injury and take on the responsibility of replacing Adesanmi as the Sharks centre back.
Coach Bruttomesso said that the Sharks do well in the first third & second third of the pitch, but lack in the last third which is where goals must be scored. The difference between us and the top 2 teams, is the abilty to finish off. We create so many chances, and defend very well, we just don’t finish off all our hard work, which is disappointing, but it is an area that we need to work hard in and improve
Sad news for the Sharks, new player Anthony Adesanmi will be returning back to the UK within the next week due to family reasons.
Missing from the line up this week was Lance Da Rocha & Damian Stemberger.
Sharks have been struggling to convert chances for goal, so the focus this week was to improve on their finishing.
The Sharks started just as asked by coach Bruttomesso, and the first goal (4min)of the day came from a well directed pass by Tobin, who found the feet of Weistra.
Weistra took on the United defence and shot for goal. The ball reflected off the post but Weistra followed up and ensure it was over the line. Score 1-0
The Sharks were controlling the game, and placing enormous pressure on their opposition.
Soon after (9min) another goal by scored by Weistra who finished some good passages of play by the Sharks midfield combination of Kennett ,Gordon, Widdison & Tobin. Score 2-0
The game all of a sudden changed, and United was awarded a penalty after Referee Stephenson took his time to point to the spot, when United Brazilian forward was fouled in the box by Sharks defender Bytheway. Score 2-1
United crowd was behind their team, however the Sharks kept their composure and just persisted with attack after attack, but unfortunately all unsuccessful.
The luck was definitely not with the Sharks, and the poor form of not being able to score goals was starting show signs of frustration for the Sharks.
At the (33 min), a corner kick by United resulted in a ‘6yd box’ goal scramble where the Sharks defence could not clear the ball, but United Brazilian fwd was able to tap the ball into goal, giving Naracoorte their second. Score 2-2.
Sharks started the second half with a slight change to their formation.
Sharks Coach Bruttomesso moved Tobin into the forward line pairing up with Weistra.
This change proved to work as it was the (55min), when Weistra score his third to claim a hatrick. Score 3-2
Best on ground performance from Kennett, Tobin & Gordon saw the Sharks lift in the second half, applying more pressure on the United defence, but with Nzeakor, Widdison, Adesanmi holding strong United were unable to penetrate the Sharks solid defence.
Sharks retained majority of the possession displaying some excellent ball movement down and across the park.
Naracoorte were playing counter attack style football, and one time the Sharks defence were caught flat footed, but fortunately Sharks keeper Fuller was able to prevent United scoring another goal in a 1v1 challenge.
The Sharks were persistent in attacking the goals, when relief at the (87min) from the Sharks bench came when Kennett rose above the pack to score a nice header from a well taken corner. Score 4-2.
The game ended with a score of 4-2, resulting Sharks gaining 3 premiership points to remain in third position on the WBSA ladder , 2 points behind Inter.
Goals: M.Weistra 3, T.Kennett 1
Best Players: M.Weistra, T.Kennett, R.Tobin
Other Scores:
U12 won 3-2
U17 won 3-0
B Grade won 6-2
A Grade won 4-2
Sharks next game against Centrals will be the biggest test for them this year, after losing narrowily to premiership favourites Apollo 2-0 and drawing 1-1 with Inter.
Sharks will need to find some finishing form to ensure they convert their chances, if they have any chance of remaining in the Top 4, and win more games.
Losing a quality player like Adesanmi will cause a massive hole in the Sharks defence, but experienced Club captain Da Rocha is ready to return from injury and take on the responsibility of replacing Adesanmi as the Sharks centre back.
Coach Bruttomesso said that the Sharks do well in the first third & second third of the pitch, but lack in the last third which is where goals must be scored. The difference between us and the top 2 teams, is the abilty to finish off. We create so many chances, and defend very well, we just don’t finish off all our hard work, which is disappointing, but it is an area that we need to work hard in and improve
MELBOURNE HEART GEELONG VISIT DETAILS
Melbourne Heart FC will stage its first ever match when the side faces Victorian Champions League team Wimmera South Coast Eagles at Elcho Park on Thursday June 17 during the Westpac Community Football Festival.
The Hyundai A-League newcomers arrive at the Bellarine Peninsula on June 15 for the start of the three-day football extravaganza, which will see Heart engage with the local football and business community through a series of clinics and events, courtesy of Westpac�s local network of branches.
Westpac's 'Coach the Coach' program is set to be one of the highlights of the festival, with Heart Head Coach John van 't Schip and Assistants Jesper Olsen and Ante Milicic holding a seminar educating local football clubs on the latest tactical and technical innovations in the game.
Click here for more.
THE WOMEN'S GAME
We are proud to endorse a new website totally dedicated to Women's Football.
http://www.thewomensgame.com/
http://www.thewomensgame.com/
Check it out!
Welcome to TheWomensGame website! We are a site dedicated to women's football in general and Australian Women's Football in particular. You have heard all the stats and we could cite them ad nauseum but it comes down to the fact that football is the fastest growing womens participation sport and in Australia we have some of the best female footballers in the world.
Let's celebrate this from the grassroots level to the international level.
Our Aim
To provide one one stop shop for all information in the women's game whether you are from Tasmania, the Northern Territory or Western Australia. This includes a noticeboard, news, interviews, photos and match reports.
Your task
We can't do this alone so we need the help of the women's football community to provide us with match reports, images, news and you have the opportunity to post on the noticeboard.
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Thank you for your support!
Monday, June 7, 2010
Melbourne Heart Coaches Presentation
Coach the Coach FREE Coach Education Seminar
Date: 16th June
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Bell Park S C Address Midland Highway, Batesford
Date: 16th June
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Bell Park S C Address Midland Highway, Batesford
Sunday, June 6, 2010
WBSA RESULTS ROUND 5
Round Ball young gun Cameron Saint scored two late goals for Millicent this week.
A GRADE
NARACOORTE 2 V SHARKS 4
IAC INTER 3 V APOLLO 4
MILLICENT 2 V GAMBIER CENTRALS 3
B GRADE
NARACOORTE 2 V SHARKS 6
MILLICENT 0 V GAMBIER CENTRALS 11
UNDER 17
NARACOORTE 0 V SHARKS 3
MILLICENT 0 V GAMBIER CENTRALS 6
UNDER 14
MILLICENT 1 V GAMBIER CENTRALS 5
UNDER 12
NARACOORTE 2 V SHARKS 3
MILLICENT 0 GAMBIER CENTRALS 8*
MUSCI Soccer Report Millicent v Centrals 06.05.2010
Millicent's unhappy season continues on Sunday
again not wining any game
The A grade played a very ordinary first half
going into halftime 3 goals down
Millicent played a much better second half and
clawed back two of these goals through Cameron Saint
Millicent also missed a penalty shot taken by one of their
best Penalty shooters - never mind it happens to the best
Millicent must have some of the fittest players in the League
You have to know where your mate is and place the ball
at his feet. Players should not chase the ball but make it so
the players moves into the open space and then calls for the ball
Make the opposition look for you
Millicent missed another chance in the dying minutes
and finally lost - Millicent 2 goals Centrals 3 goals
Millicent had a much better second half - with a little improvement
on this and you will get the results you deserve and strive for
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Ben and Bridget Millicent United Soccer Club Inc.
ROUND BALL WORLD CUP COMPETITION
GERMANY - LEWIS MARCH
ITALY - KELSEY READE
CAMEROON - CLAIRE JUDD
IVORY COAST - NATHAN BUTLER
SLOVAKIA - SUZANNE DICKSON
MEXICO - ISLA DICKSON
USA - JOHN BRUTTOMESSO
ENGLAND - CALLUM FERGUSON
FRANCE - JACK PINCHBECK
NIGERIA - JOSH KOURMOZIS
KOREA DPR - KYRA SYKES
PORTUGAL - JAY JAY BREUKER
SLOVENIA - SCOTT DICKSON
URUGUAY - MICHAEL GOREY SNR
AUSTRALIA - OLIVER MARCH
GHANA - TOM WEEDON
ALGERIA - NOEL WOOD
CHINA - ROZ PILVEN
ARGENTINA - JOSE ESTEVEZ
SPAIN - MICHAEL GOREY JNR
DENMARK - LACHIE SPEHR
JAPAN - S G GIBSON
SERBIA - JULIE ANDREWS
PARAGUAY - JOE DUNNING
SWITZERLAND - PAUL ERAMO
HONDURAS - FRANCESCA DICKSON
NEW ZEALAND - JAKARA HILL
SOUTH AFRICA - LUKE PITSON
KOREA REPUBLIC - SMERKER
BRAZIL - CLAUDIA ADDICOTT
NETHERLANDS - BRODEY KOOP
FERGUSON SCORES AGAIN!
Former Round Ball star, Callum Ferguson has scored for the second time in less than a week as North Geelong Warriors Under 21s continued their winning ways on the weekend.
The Young Warriors are continuing their attacking brand of football and it is paying off in dividends, we’re even seeing two youngsters each week sitting on the bench for the seniors and surely a bright sign for the coaches planning for the future. The young Warriors took Fawkner apart with an emphatic 4 nil score line courtesy of goals to Callum Ferguson, Dean Taravillo, Nathan Cook and Jimmy Watson. Two clean sheets for Zilic also a boost for confidence and maintains pressure on the number 1 spot.
http://northgeelongsc.com.au/wp/2010/06/2010-round-8-wrap-up-fawkner-blues-1-vs-north-geelong-warriors-1/
THE BACK OF THE NET WITH IMOGEN PRATT
Round six got underway this Saturday with the first game being played between County and City. The finals score was City 5 - County 0 . Goals scorers for City were J Van Dijk, J Verhoeven, J stephenson, M Walters and E Birch. The next game was played between Palace and Villa, The end result was Villa 2 - Palace 0. Goal scorers for Villa were B Hutchison and M Wilmot. The final game of the day was played between Wanderers and Millicent, the final score was Wanderers 10 - Millicent 0. Goal scorers for Wanderers were J White 5, M Sims 2, K Lehman 2, E Aston 2 and P Ackland with 1.
Saturday, June 5, 2010
sewfa results 5/6/10
Under 14s
City 5 d County 0
Goal scorers: City - M Walters, J Van Dijk, E Birch, J Verhoeven, J Stephenson
Villa 2 d Palace 0
Goal scorers: Villa - M Wilmot, B Hutchison
Wanderers 10 d Millicent 0
Goal scorers: Wanderers - J White 5, M Sims 2, K Lehmann 2, E Aston 2, P Ackland 1
Seniors
City 0 drew with Palace 0
United 2 d Millicent 1
Goal scorers: United - L Martin-Brown 2 Millicent - W Robinson
Wanderers 7 d Villa 0
Goal scorers: K Jensz-Walker 4, L McCallum 2, P Ackland
County 4 d Portland 0
Goal scorers: County - A Paspaliaris, K Galloway, J Hann, K Laslett
City 5 d County 0
Goal scorers: City - M Walters, J Van Dijk, E Birch, J Verhoeven, J Stephenson
Villa 2 d Palace 0
Goal scorers: Villa - M Wilmot, B Hutchison
Wanderers 10 d Millicent 0
Goal scorers: Wanderers - J White 5, M Sims 2, K Lehmann 2, E Aston 2, P Ackland 1
Seniors
City 0 drew with Palace 0
United 2 d Millicent 1
Goal scorers: United - L Martin-Brown 2 Millicent - W Robinson
Wanderers 7 d Villa 0
Goal scorers: K Jensz-Walker 4, L McCallum 2, P Ackland
County 4 d Portland 0
Goal scorers: County - A Paspaliaris, K Galloway, J Hann, K Laslett
David Coles Visit 2010
David Coles working with Portsmouth and England keeper Daivid James.
We are pleased to announce that three of our keepers will be attending the second visit of David Coles who is visiting our region to conduct a series of Goalkeeper Coaching experiences in June 2010.
Hot after David's FA Cup Final appearance with Portsmouth FC - David will be working with our keepers on June 8.
Hot after David's FA Cup Final appearance with Portsmouth FC - David will be working with our keepers on June 8.
Friday, June 4, 2010
SIGN OF A VICTORY
Just announced, R. Kelly’s new song, “Sign of a Victory” will be the official song of the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. R. Kelly and the Soweto Spiritual Singers will perform the song at the opening ceremony, June 11th at the Johannesburg Soccer City Stadium.
All proceeds from the song will benefit African charities including the official campaign of the 2010 FIFA World Cup “20 Centers for 2010.”
“I feel blessed that ‘Sign Of A Victory’ was selected to be part of the 2010 FIFA World Cup,” Kells said. “The FIFA World Cup is an event that brings the world together and inspires us to be and do the best we can. It’s this uplifting feeling that I tried to capture in the song.”
“It’s also a great honor to perform with the Soweto Spiritual Singers,” he added. “They represent the best of South Africa and I’m proud to work with such a talented group.”
Click here to listen to R. Kelly’s “Sign of a Victory”, and look out for the song on Listen Up! The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup Album, to be released on May 31st/June 1st.
All proceeds from the song will benefit African charities including the official campaign of the 2010 FIFA World Cup “20 Centers for 2010.”
“I feel blessed that ‘Sign Of A Victory’ was selected to be part of the 2010 FIFA World Cup,” Kells said. “The FIFA World Cup is an event that brings the world together and inspires us to be and do the best we can. It’s this uplifting feeling that I tried to capture in the song.”
“It’s also a great honor to perform with the Soweto Spiritual Singers,” he added. “They represent the best of South Africa and I’m proud to work with such a talented group.”
Click here to listen to R. Kelly’s “Sign of a Victory”, and look out for the song on Listen Up! The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup Album, to be released on May 31st/June 1st.
http://www.jiverecords.com/rkelly/player/
Thursday, June 3, 2010
SOLO Lucky Undies on. Game on.
Get your SOLO Lucky Undies and support your boys in South Africa.
We beat the Kiwis and the Danes. But we’ve drawn a pretty tough group in South Africa. You never know what a little bit of luck could do for the QANTAS Socceroos. That’s why we need you (and every other fan in the nation) to pull on a pair of SOLO Lucky Undies everytime our boys take the field.
Get your SOLO Lucky Undies from COLES and COLES EXPRESS or take the Lucky Pledge at sololuckyundies.com.au You better hurry, these fine garments of luck are getting snapped up quick smart.
Our website is up and raring to go. There’s a load of lucky things on there you can do to support your boys.
And you’ll get a bunch of exclusive content from the QANTAS Socceroos if you ‘Like’ us on Facebook.
So C’mon Australia! Get behind your boys. Undies on. Game on.
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