SEWFA Pink Carnival

The traditional Pink Carnival will kick the SEWFA season off at BLue Lake Sports Park this Saturday. Stay tuned for more details.

SEWFA PRELIMINARY FINAL

CITY TRIUMPH OVER PALACE

City 3 d Palace 2

In one of the closest fought contests between these two perennial achievers, City fought out an exhilarating and entertaining victory over their nemesis Palace in the South East Womens Football Association preliminary final at Blue Lake Sports Park last Saturday.

For one team, this fixture would herald their final hurrah for the season while for the other it presented one final opportunity to engage in battle with Wanderers in next weeks highly anticipated grand final.

Wanderers were the first side to stake their grand final appearance by defeating Palace by two goals to nil a week earlier in the qualifying final.

In a bruising yet honest tussle, the City and Palace preliminary final was perhaps one of the most entertaining fixtures in womens football for some time. City threw the game wide open when they were first on the scoreboard within the first few minutes of play courtesy of a trademark Jen Smith powerful run and lethal finish. Palace had beganwith a tactically changed line-up and this may have contributed to the early dominance of City. Held scoreless in their previous three fixtures, Palace needed to find a goal-scoring formulae if they were to begeniune title contenders. City had not been beaten by Palace in their previous encounters in the home and away meetings for the season and now they were well and truly in the box seat. Palace were able to settle in to their trademark passing game but City enjoyed their equal share of possession and always looked threatening. The scores were levelled when a Palace attacking move ended in a deflected defensive clearance that could only find the back of the City net. But the momentum was still with City as their tenacity in front of theiropponents goal was resumed and ultimately rewarded when Erin Ireland put the finishing and clinical touch on a slick City move. The half time interval gave both coaches an opportunity to implore on their players the sense of urgency, determination and hard work that would be required if they really wanted to play in a grand final. Palace responded well following the half-time huddle and began to play with a sense of genuine purpose and self-belief. Their renewed enthusiasm was rewarded when Eleanor McClintock levelled the scores midway through the second term and a penalty shoot-out loomed as a very real possibility. But with less than a minute to play in regular time, Jamie Van Dyk guided her strike across the face of the Palace goal and inside the far post much to the delight of the City players and supporters. In what ultimately may be remembered as one of the classic encounters between the two sides, City have finally brought to an end an era of dominance by Palace and their four consecutive premierships since 2007. A new chapter in the history of womensfootball in the South East is about to be written.

Goal Scorers: City 3 (J.Smith, E.Ireland, J.Van Dyk), Palace(E.McClintock)

Under 14 Preliminary Final

Palace 5 d Villa

Saturday afternoon saw the preliminary final take place between Palace and Wanderers. In an entertaining first half both teams had several chances to score but both goalkeepers made some impressive saves. Imogen Pratt and Monique Sims fought it out in the midfield with neither player gaining an advantage for their team. Half time brought a major shift in fortunes for the Palace girls with Kate Kourmouzis running on to a superb through ball to ram it home not long after the whistle to start the half. Unfortunately for an under manned Wanderers team this triggered a run of four more unanswered goals. With some terrific finishing from Alesha Hales and Imogen Pratt Palace was always going to be hard to catch in the race to next weeks grand final against Villa. The Wanderers girls can be most proud of a excellent season under first time coach Leonie McCallum.

Goal Scorers: Imogen Pratt 2, Alesha Hales 2,Kate Kourmouzis 1

Sewfa results 1st Final‏

SEWFA Finals

Elimination Final

City 2 d United 1

Having played each other in Round 14, both sides new what to expect and both teams delivered a classic elimination Final.

Chances were hard to come by early as City attempted to open ups the United defence. Meg Walters was combining well with Emily Birch down the right as City made many forays into theUnited box. Kylie Durbidge was linking well in the United mid-field with Keisha Seiler which created a number of shots of goal but were safely handled by City keeper Lowe.

The dead lock was broken late in the half and it was no surprise that it came from out wide. Birch picked up the ball on the half way line and pushed forward. Once balanced her cross cut a path through the United defence opening up the goals. Jen Smith was the last one in the waiting line and methodically placed the ball past the keeper and into the net. HALFTIME 1-0, City

As second half progressed, so did the United attacks. Being behind in an elimination final makes you through caution to the wind as there is no tomorrow for second place. Julia Reader, who had been stopping City attacks all game, was then thrust forward to create a few of her own, and the move worked. The United side lifted and camped themselves in the City goal mouth as a number of goal mouth scrambles could have seen the score line level. The City defence dug deep as Erin Ireland and Kahlie Trapolino held on. Then the inevitable happened. A long ball forward was flicked on by Smith and fell into the path of Emma MacKay. United tried to chase her down but MacKay was able to balance and place the ball under the United keeper to double the advantage. This spurred on the United outfit and with ten minutes to go, United got one back. Another goal mouth scramble saw the ball fall the Reader who found the corner of the goal.

The last five minutes saw no further changes to the score as United pushed for an equaliser. When the final whistle blew, City had done enough to hold on and earn another week of knock out football. United’s season is over but after today they have showed themselves they we be a side to watch next season.

Qualifying Final

Wanderers 2 d Palace

No Report

Juniors

Villa 2 d Palace

No Report

Wanderers 4 d County

Wintery football conditions met players and the large crowd of spectators alike, when Wanderers met County in the Under 14's Elimination Final at Blue Lake Sports Park on Saturday afternoon. Enthusiasm and team spirit were evident in both teams, with experienced finals participants Wanderers disguising any pre-match nerves well. Underdogs County came onto the pitch hoping for a win and were determined to work hard and do their best to get that result.

County forwards Karissa Coulson and Bree Thomson worked hard from the first whistle to score the first goal of the match, but it was not to be, as Wanderers J White took that honour. County's Emma Schultz, Shae Thomson and Lauren Smith in the midfield pushedforward when possible, but quick running and attacking pressure from Wanderers made that difficult. Wanderers Monique Sims secured their second goal towards the end of the first half, despite the best efforts of the County defence. The smallest player on the pitch BecMorgan, stood firm against the taller Wanderers players and chased down any loose balls well.

After half time, both teams returned to the pitch with renewed determination and drive.Wanderers goalkeeper Hayley Edwards, did a superb job in stopping any balls that County managed to get through the tight Wanderers defence of K Payne, Alice Nunan and W Green. Free running and great ball skills and team passing, saw Wanderers' J White score herself a second goal mid way through the second half, despite the defensive efforts ofGeorgie Peate, Stef D'Agostino, Alice Roughana and Julia Alvey. County goalkeeper, Ashley Tye, stopped many of the shots on goal by the Wanderers forwards, but the continued attacking pressure of Wanderers kept the ball in their half. In the final minutes, with the Elimination final result to Wanderers assured, the County coach put Tye on the field, with Katie McMillan then pulling on the gloves. A brilliant shot on goal by Wanderers K Antunov went past the County defence to register another Wanderers goal for the match.

It was a wonderful football match to watch and all players should be proud of their accomplishments.

The County Juniors were disappointed to have lost in their first final's appearance but are already looking forward to an exciting Season 2012 in the South East Women's Football Association (SEWFA) league.

This weeks game:

Preliminary Final. Palace V Wanderers 1.30pm Under 14’s

Preliminary Final, Palace v City, 3.00pm Seniors

All at Blue Lake Sports Park.

SEWFA RESULTS 27/08/11

SEWFA RESULTS 27/08/11
UNDER 14S

Elimination final
Wanderers 4 d County 0
...Goal Scorers -
Wanderers - J White 2, M Sims, E Antunov

Qualifying final
Villa 4 d Palace 2
Goal scorers
Villa - M Hollands 2, J Wood, J Donaldson
Palace - A Hales, K Kourmouzis

SENIORS

Elimination final
City 2 d United 1
Goal scorers -
City - J Smith, E McKay
United - J Reader

Qualifying final
Wanderers 2 d Palace 0
Goal scorers
Wanderers - K Walker 2

 

SEWFA ROUND 14

City 4 United 1

 City had a dream start when U14 Jess Veerhoven opened the scoring in the first few minutes of the game. City kept pressing but were kept out by an organized United defense.

United then began attacking and were rewarded with a free kick outside the eighteen yard area. From the free kick Sarah Mariano reacted quickest and headed the ball home to equal the score.

With subtle changes during the half time break, City took the initiative as well as the lead after some fine play from Jamie VanDyjk. United kept pressing as Seiler and Durbidge took control of the mid field. City’s passing game started to open up the United defense and they added another two goals in the second half to secure a 4-1 victory.

Not enough to gain second spot and the double chance, but enough to give it some momentum when the same two sides meet in the Elimination Final.

All players contributed.

County drew with Palace

A well fought out game. County came out very determined, there was still a chance if they were to win to get into the top 4 for finals. A very even contest between the players. Argueably the two best players in the league Angie Paspaliaris(County) and Tess Andrews (Palace) battled t out all day giving there players opportunities to score, but to no avail. A great game to watch defenders from both sides worked hard to prevent any score.

Best Players: A.Paspaliaris(County), T.Andrews(Palace) M.McMillan(County)

Millicent 2 d Villa

Perfect weather for the last home and away game for season 2011 Millicent and Villa both started the game well. Although Millicent were the first to settle. During the first half Millicent had several opportunities to score with forwards Toni Bellingham and Nikki Lambert playing well with several attempts at scoring. Whilst in Millicents defence Michelle Lines and Wanita Robinson played very well to prevent Villa from finding the back of the net. Half Time nil all. Millicent came out strongly in the second half to score the first goal for the game from Nikki Lamberts boot. Villa followed this with an increased intensity in their work rate puttingMillicents goal keeper, Hannah Kent under pressure. With the Millicent coach making some moves in his side to put the game back on an even keel. Shortly after MillicentsNikki Lambert then found the back of the net to put in her second goal for the day. Finishing the game with Millicent 2 Villa 0 and providing the spectators with a good display ofwomens soccer. Best for Millicent-Nikki Lambert, Michelle Lines, Toni Bellingham Villa- A Beck A Pilven M Wilmont

Wanderers 5 d Portland 1

Nil report

Juniors under 14’s

Palace 4 d County

Beautiful football conditions met players and spectators alike when County
met Palace at Blue Lake Sports Park on Saturday afternoon. Both teams came
onto the pitch showing good team spirit and great enthusiasm, knowing that
the final positions on the Junior table were filled and the game result
would have no bearing on the final four.

The County coach experimented with player positioning this match, and the
team responded to the chance to play different roles by pushing forward
eagerly. County's usual sweeper, AnneZwijnenburg, was inspiring in attack
with help from Bree Thomson, and also GeorgiePeate and Shae Thomson in the
midfield. Palace responded with clearing passes from Ellenor McClintock and
Imogen Pratt. Palace's Imogen Pratt and KKourmouzis scored three goals
between them in the first half, despite the defensive efforts of County's
April Hockey and Julia Alvey.

After half time, both teams returned to the pitch with renewed enthusiasm
and were really enjoying their football. Palace scored another goal early in
the second half. County goalkeeper, Ashley Tye, had a standout match with
many pushes forward by Palace being stopped by her superb skills and effort.
In the dying minutes, with the result to Palace assured, the County coach
rewarded Ashley's hard work, with a much desired run on the pitch, with
Katie McMillan pulling on the gloves as her keeper backup. Good defensive
play by County saw no further additions to thescoreline by an attacking
Palace by the final whistle.

The County Juniors were estastic to have qualified for their first finals
campaign in the South East Women's Football Association (SEWFA) league.

The players, linespersons, coaches and supporters of both County and Palace
are to be commended for showing great sportsmanship, team spirit and
fairness in the way that they conducted themselves on and off the field.

​Best Players : A Tye(County), A.Zwijnenburg(County), I Pratt(Palace)

​Goal Scorers: I Pratt, K Kourmouzis

Villa 2 d Millicent

Nil report

Wanderers 5 d Portland

Nil Report

SEWFA finals commence this weekend at 12oclock the U14’s .

Qualifying Final​​Villa take on Palace

Elimination Final​Wanderers take on County

At 1.30 Seniors kick off Qualifying Final to be between Wanderers and Palace. Wanderers haven’t lost a game all season and don’t look like doing so in the future. Palace however will be determined to get back into form not having won the last two games. Emma Ripper and Leonie McCallum from Wanderers will lead their young side to victory

Then at 3pm elimination final between City and United. Last time they meet it was a very one sided affair with City winning .Jen Smith from City would be one of the highest goal scorers for the league and her coach Stuart Birch will be wanting to see her with more. City will certainly go in as favourites.

All the games are played out at Blue Lake Sports Park this Saturday.

Sewfa results Round 13‏

Palace v. City (seniors)

Fielding relatively youthful sides, both Palace and City appeared as quite different looking teams than the two who met in last years grand final.

Blending junior and experienced players has been common practice at both camps and in recent fixtures picking a winner has never been easy for the tipsters. Last Saturdays encounter was no exception. With slightly favorable conditions in the first half, City werenot able to penetrate a frugal Palace defense. Neither goalkeeper was genuinely tested andthe 0-0 score line at the interval was a testament to the respect each side had for the other. City did break the deadlock, however, midway through the second half when Erin Ireland finished off a fine move with technical excellence. That was the only time the scorekeepers were to be troubled as the game essentially became a battle in the midfield sector. The result sees City close the gap on the top two sides and with only one fixture remaining in the home and away, there is still plenty of interest in the top four placings as the season continues to unfold.

Goal Scorers: E. Ireland

Best players: Emma Mackay (City), Lauren Gilcrist (Palace), Lauren Birch (City)

County 4 d Villa 2

 

County were definitely fired up and started the game with a high intensity, putting a lot of pressure on Villa’s backs early. This constant pressure resulted in the first goal for County coming from a high looping shot that sailed over the Villa keeper’s gloves, 1-0.

Then a goal for handball in the box, quickly slotted home by the barest of margins with the keeper diving over the ball. Villa pressed on a few occasions but lacked any cohesive element to finish the moves off.

Some days you wish you had a camera, Julie Beck rushes across the park to trap a high goal kick and somehow manages to trap the ball perfectly except she is standing on the ball, time froze and she gracefully up ended on the ground with County collecting the ball.

The first half ended with another goal to County with the score at halftime being 3-0 to County.

The second half saw a more resilient Villa, with a few attacking moves almost paying off early. County kept pushing and were again rewarded with another handball in the box, this time the keeper saved it but the penalty taker followed up to slot it home.

This seemed to spark a fire under the Villa girls and they quickly scored from A Beck and M Wilmot to get the score to 4-2. Now the game was really on, Villa was finishing fast andpressing hard but County managed to hold out with the end result being County running out 4-2 winners.

Goal Scorers: County A.Paspaliaris 2, S.Bawden, F.Bueti

​​​Villa A. Beck, M.Wilmot

BestPlayers: A.Paspaliaris(County), A.Beck(Villa), A.Pilven(Villa)

UNITED 3 d PORTLAND 2

As the finals series draws closer, United needed to secure a win on Saturday. Drawing the top 3 teams in the last four rounds provided a challenge to the reds and they were determined to claim the points against Portland.

Portland started the match with a change to their regular structure by playing club stalwart Donna Kilgour in attack as opposed to her regular defensive role. However, once again theUnited defence held firm, with the goal keeper only getting two touches in the first half. Perhaps playing their best half of the season, United linked well along the pitch, with Sarah Mariano running rampant along the right. United were able to take the lead after Mariano finished a pinpoint cross from Keisha Seiler and a second soon followed when a save by Portland’s keeper was not collected cleanly and was placed into the net.

A third added after the half time break saw United lose their urgency and they were soon punished when Portland found a chink the backline and fired home a rocket into the top corner. Portland scored their second shortly after in an identical fashion by young gunMikayla Atwell. The last minutes of the match wore away with both teams throwing everything they had at the ball. The final whistle saw a relieved United claim the three points to consolidate their position on the ladder.

Goal scorers: ​United – S Mariano, T Kourmouzis, H Heemskerk

Portland – K Kilgour, M Atwell

Best: ​​S Mariano (United), H Heemskerk (United), A Daniel (Portland)

Wanderers 5 def Millicent

At Millicent Wanderers continued its winning run against a hard working Millicent. As hard as Millicent tried they had no answer to the running players like E Ripper & J Donghia and with L McCallum intercepting a lot of Millicents forward moves Wanderers went in at half time 3-0 up. Millicent this year have shown that they never give up continued to work hard through midfielders B Hann K Sawtell Wanderers still had to work hard and with the defence led by goalkeeper H Kent who made some great saves Millicent restricted Wanderers to 2 goals in the 2nd half while Millicents N Lambert had 3 good shots on goal, for no result. Final score Wanderers 5 Millicent 0.

Best players: J. Donghia(Wanderers) L McCallum( Wanderers) B Hann(Millicent)

U14s

Palace 3 d City

In near perfect weather conditions, Palace U14 girls stepped onto the park to play against friendly rivals City.

Both teams were ready for a tough match with well experienced players on both sides making it an exciting game for all to watch.

As a team Palace juniors were raring to go with their pint size striker in Portia Holdmanworking hard to push the ball forward and older sister Jordan in goals, taking any opportunity to come out and stop a goal.

City too were ready for a challenge and their well structured back line made it very hard for Palace to break through. Some

super goal keeping added to the entertainment.

When the whistle blew at full time, it was 3-0 Palace’s way, but the smile on the faces of both teams didn’t reflect on the final result. The game was well played by both sides.

Best players: A.Hales(Palace), L.Oberer(Palace), E.Birch(City)

Villa 5 d County 1

The game burst into life with County scoring from the kick off in what would have to be one of the quickest goals this season.Slightly unsettled by this turn of events Villa were slow to respond and lacked a bit of drive and determination to get the ball allowing County to capitalize on their early advantage. However after a tight 10 minute tussle, Villa finally prevailed and got on the score board. This was the start of a three goal scoring spree by Villa that led us into halftime with the scores at 3-1 Villa’s way.The second half was more Villa’s than County’s with Villa netting twice more to finish the game 5-1 winners.

The midfield from both teams worked hard and put together some lovely flowing football. It was great to see young R Morgan return to the field in the second half having accidentally stopped a thunder bolt like pass from Miki Hollands with the side of her face, all good and no damage.Well played both teams and what a future women’s soccer has in the South East with you all as players.

Best Players: M.Wilmot(Villa), J.Wood(Villa), S.Thomson(County)

Goal Scorers: Villa N.Kozak 4, S.Mccowat

​​County S.Thomson

SEWFA QUIZ NIGHT

SEWFA quiz night to be held at Apollo Soccer Club, Webb Street

6.30pm for a 7pm start

Saturday July 30, 2011

$5 per person - tables of 8-10

byo nibbles - no byo drinks - drinks available from the bar

lots of prizes

tickets available at the door or to reserve a table, call Althea on 0431 242 046 (preferably after hours)

SEWFA ROUND 10 RESULTS

SENIORS

Villa 3 d Portland 0

The last time these two teams meet it ended in a two all draw. Villa went out determined to get that elusive win they have been trying hard to achieve and proved successful.

Villa’s continued pressure throughout the game was the telling feature of the match. Villa never gave up and ran the Portland players and the ball down.

Villa scored 2 goals in the first half, and one in the second half to seal the victory.

Villa’s goals came from the Beck sisters, Julie & Aimee, with Julie getting 2 and Aimee 1 with several more attempts.

Villa’s midfield primarily made up of juniors, Janaye Donaldson, Mel Wilmot and Jasinda Wood, had the ball moving constantly across the pitch.

Portland played some excellent balls down the left wing that either ended in corners or attacks on goal. Mikayla Atwell and Bo Gerritson were the main instigators of these attacks.

An injury towards the end of the match forced Ashlae Pilven to the bench, after her outstanding performance played a pivotal role in the result.  Youngsters Kelsey Reade, Natalia Sagirov, Kate Rhook and Sam Freeman also played outstanding games.

Best players: A Pilven (Villa), A Beck (Villa), J Wood (Villa)

Goal scorers:  Villa: J Beck 2, A Beck 1

Palace 4 d United 0

Perhaps due to the fact that neither side was at full strength on this occasion, the Palace and United fixture at Blue Lake Sports Park last Saturday may have promised more than it ultimately was able to offer. Despite the best of preparations and self belief, United were rocked in the opening minute of play by a clinical strike on goal from Palace midfielder Gabby Tentye. In her last game for the club courtesy of a move to Darwin for work, Tentye was on the scoreboard again, within minutes, to see the reigning Premiers 2 goals to the good against a stunned and temporarily silenced United. As the game developed, the confidence of Palace was slowly being challenged by United however no further goals saw the sides enter the break with the current margin. United started the second term more disciplined and with purpose but Palace were not about to surrender their lead. Promising youngster, Imogen Pratt, netted for Palace midway through the second term following some classic Palace possession and penetration. Kelly McLeod finished off a polished performance in the closing minutes of the game to see Palace run out victors by 4 goals to nil. United will be wondering how and why it all went so wrong and will be anxious to secure their spot in the top four with only a handful of games remaining in the home and away fixtures.

Best players:  G Tentye (Palace), E McClintock (Palace), S Mariano (United)

Goal scorers:  Palace: G Tentye 2, I Pratt 1, K McLeod 1

City 4 d Millicent 1

Home side Millicent took to the field without 5 of their regular players against City who were also missing several players.  City settled first, and with the midfield moving the ball well, it wasn't long before City scored.

Millicent made several positional changes to strengthen its midfield and the game became very even with end to end play, however the strength of Jen Smith showed and scored late in the half.

Millicent again made changes and the midfield of Kaylah Sawtell and Bec Hann got on top with some good balls through to their forwards. Jamey Grgetic was awarded a penalty and subsequently scored for Millicent.  Not to be deterred City kept working hard and the strength and experience showed through scoring 2 goals for the second half to finish on top.

Best players – Millicent: K Sawtell, B Hann, T Bellingham.  City: M Copping, L Ramsey, J Smith

Goal scorers: City: J Smith 3, K Hendriksen 1   Millicent: J Grgetic

Wanderers 5 d County 0

Freezing weather conditions on Saturday afternoon met players and spectators alike for the fixture between County and Wanderers. County came into the match as underdogs against the undefeated Wanderers, but were full of enthusiasm.  County Junior players, Shae Thomson, and Ashley Tye as backup goalkeeper, both made their debut in the Senior side for County.  Despite their efforts, County failed to capitalize on their early pushes towards goal by Jamie Ryan and Nicolette Cella, and Wanderers responded by scoring three goals in the first half.  After half time, County pushed to score a goal, but an unfortunate County own goal from a corner kick from Leonie McCallum gave Wanderers their fourth for the match.  County's Tania Widdison worked hard in defence, but was unable to prevent another Wanderer goal from being added to the scoresheet by the final whistle.

Best players: J Ryan (County), T Widdison (County), L McCallum (Wanderers)

Goal scorers: Wanderers: K Walker 2, J D’Onghia 1, P Ackland 1, Own goal 1

UNDER 14s

Villa 8 d Portland 0

Villa started the game with a higher intensity and was rewarded with breaks down both wings and shots from top of the eighteen yard box, making it increasingly difficult for Portland’s goalie, who did a fantastic job on some very powerful shots.

Portland’s back line was held together by Angela Bennett. However, with Villa players moving the ball across the park and attacking in waves, she was unable to cover every avenue and goals resulted.

Villa scored 4 goals in both halves and goal keeper Sam Freeman enjoyed a run on the park with Tamara Neill pulling on the gloves for Villa in the second half.

Villa’s midfield linked well with the backs especially Izzy Slattery, who put some very telling balls through on the left-hand side.

Portland have shown they are definitely the season improvers with their strong midfielders looking to be a force to be reckoned with next year.

Best players: K Eldridge (Portland), N Koczak (Villa), J Donaldson (Villa)

Goal scorers: Villa: N Koczak 4, J Donaldson 2, M Wilmot 1, C Ellis 1

Wanderers 5 d County 0

Saturday afternoon saw a clash between finals contenders, County and Wanderers.  County came onto the pitch full of energy and were motivated to do well.  Despite County's defensive efforts, Wanderers scored two goals early in the first half.  County's Georgina Peate was given free rein in the midfield and showed excellent positional awareness. She, along with Bree Thomson and Lauren Smith, pushed the ball forward for County, however the Wanderers’ defence was solid and their forwards slotted another goal before the half time break.  After half time, County again came out with an attacking game plan, but good defensive work by Wanderers prevented any score by County.  Wanderers continued to attack themselves and scored a further two goals, despite the defensive efforts of County's April Hockey and Ashley Tye as goalkeeper.

Best players: G Peate (County), A Tye (County), J White (Wanderers)

Goal scorers: Wanderers: J White 3, M Sims 1, K Lehmann 1

Millicent 1 d City 0

Goal scorer: Millicent: C Lane