presidents report - Como West

2008
END OF SEASON
REPORTS
Como West Jannali
Junior Sports Club Inc.
www.cwjjsc.org.au
Club Phone: 9528 3519
Congratulations to the club, management team and players for another
enjoyable and successful season. Wizard Home Loans at Sutherland enjoyed
another great year of involvement with the club and its players. We were able
to present Player of the Round awards to some 30 lucky winners at the Sunday
evening functions. These winners received, as well as a cap, drink bottle and
certificate a $50 gift voucher to take to the Good Guys at Caringbah to help buy
something. This brings our contribution to the club over 4 years to over $6,000
in gifts and cash.
I want to thank everyone at the club for making me feel so welcome at club
functions during the year. I enjoyed taking some club members to support the
Wizard Blues at the Olympic Stadium for the State of Origin matches.
Please keep in mind that sponsorship of any kind is designed to drive more
business to the sponsor, and any activity needs to be profitable for that sponsor.
My commitment to the club and its members doesn’t end with the end of the
winter sports season. I will continue to offer discounts off Wizard’s already
highly competitive variable interest rates as well as returning funds to the club,
so if you, your family or friends need help with home lending please give me a
call on 9521 -8133 or send an email to [email protected] or pop into
the office.
Until next year, have a great summer.
Peter Friend
Wizard Home Loans Sutherland
2/854 Old Princes Highway
PRESIDENTS REPORT:
It is with pleasure that I present my 2008 report.
Firstly, I would like to thank our Executive and Management Committee members for
all the hard work they have put in to the year. Our year actually starts when we start planning
registrations etc, following the presentation picnic, and dinner, so there is not really much of a
break. However having said that, I am sure that everyone has enjoyed the year and it is good
to see that after our AGM, we have welcomed a number of new members onto our
Committee.
I would like to thank the sponsors of our Club who have again contributed to our
successful year. To Wizard Home Loans, thank you for the weekly and state of origin
involvement, along with The Good Guys at Taren Point. Fiori’s Restaurant in Jannali,
Rothsay Accounting Services, Ippolio Lawyers, Jannali Physiotherapy and Sports Injury
Clinic, Hair Artistry at Jannali, Leader Law Services, REBEL, MacDonalds and of course our
long time supporters, Jannali Veterinary Clinic, Como Butchers and Alf Bargwanna and Sons.
Congratulations to all team Coaches and Managers, particularly those teams who finished up
as Premiers. Unfortunately our Netball sides weren’t quite as successful, with only the one
team making it to the finals. Still not bad out of just four sides. Details of those team’s reports
are available in other parts of this Sideline edition.
As far as football is concerned, we were the second highest Club in regard to winning
premierships, eight in total. Not too bad, a new record for the Club.
I reported last year and the year before, that we were looking at creating an all
weather training area to the south of the oval so that we could train rain, hail or shine as well
as take a fair bit of load away from the playing surface. It disappoints me to advise that the
Council has refused our application, primarily on the grounds of the need to remove some
trees and the contribution the extra lighting would have on global warming. Yep, I am serious.
Nearly two years work and around $4,000 for nothing.
On a brighter note however, Council has given us the approval to “rebuild” Jannali 1,
albeit kicking and screaming. We have pledged over $60,000 to do the work, properly this
time and that is fully paid for by this Club. Makes you wonder why the Council didn’t fall
over backwards trying to offer us support. Hopefully that should make Jannali Oval one of the
best in the Shire. We may need to examine how we train early in the season etc. For example,
no boots before the competition starts.
Next year we have plans for a revised canteen, with a coffee lounge set-up for
Saturday mornings and different catering for Sunday nights. All in all our Club is still
moving forward, I do not think however that we can handle too many more than the 70 teams
we had this year. That is something we will have to look at, although we do have a policy of
never turning away players. I suppose this is a good problem, but it is one that we need to be
mindful of.
Finally, the big news for next year is that we are moving to a new playing strip. The
shirts will be issued on a loan basis per team. Whilst the shorts and socks will be given out
when you register on our advertised rego dates. You will receive a letter advising the actual
dates, however if you keep across our web site you will be able to register sooner and still
qualify for the freebies. Cuts out the queuing as well.
Next year promises to be another great year and I look forward to the challenges
ahead. Thankyou for your support throughout the year, it is only by working together that we
can improve.
Have a great Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year and we look forward to
seeing you all at the first and second Saturdays in February for registration.
Bob McArthur
SECRETARY’S
REPORT:
Another very successful year for the club. Registrations this year increased
slightly to around 900 filling 73 soccer and 5 netball teams. Soccer
participants increased across the Sutherland Shire to over 18,000.
With the increase in participants comes increased pressure on our fields, both
at Jannali Oval and throughout the Shire. Jannali Oval No. 1 in particular is in
need of significant and substantial work. Your Club Committee is examining
the various options available to it and recognise that the condition of our fields
is one of the most critical issues we need to address.
This year also saw an increase in judiciary activity across the Shire. This
increased activity was mostly the result of players mouthing off to referees or
other players, usually after an initial caution. The SSFA introduced harsher
suspensions in these situations and we were pleased to note that our Club
had far fewer instances of this behaviour than the majority of other Clubs.
Referees are difficult to recruit in the first place and their decisions on the field
must be respected. No referee – no game! I’d encourage you to have a go at
it one day!
Changes to Rooball for 6-9’s were introduced and considered quite successful
for our 24 participating Rooball teams. We acknowledge a few changes are
possibly needed but the general feedback was very positive. Thank you to the
Coaches and Managers and Rooball Coordinators for the positive manner in
which the changes were adopted. The feedback we received from visiting
parents indicates we’ve generally got the formula right.
This year we moved Rooball back from Carol Ave to Jannali Oval. To see the
swarms of people on the top oval and the activity around the clubhouse from
8.00 -10.00 am every Saturday morning was fantastic, and created a great
atmosphere.
This year we increased the number of Rooball Leaders (refs) to cater for the
increase in Rooball teams and games. All of our guys have done a fantastic
job during the season and many comments were received from parents, both
ours and visiting, on how well our guys conducted themselves. A few of our
Rooball Leaders have expressed a desire to move on to black & white
refereeing and we are very keen to encourage this.
An outstanding year in terms of premierships - 8 - a record for our club.
Congratulations to the following teams: 10E, 12A, AL12, W14B, W15B, W18B,
SWB & SWG. Women’s teams represent about 33% of our teams yet
achieved 63% of our premierships this year demonstrating the depth of talent
and skills in our female players!
Special thanks to Kevin Higgs for coordinating our Rooball leaders during the
year. Kevin has put in a huge amount of time and effort marking fields and
coordinating games, and has done this and other roles around the club for 17
years I believe. Recognition of his efforts is well and truly warranted.
Wizard Home Loans - Sutherland, through Principal Peter Friend, sponsored
two Player of the Round awards each round throughout the year, totaling
$3,600. Peter’s support is very valued and we hope to see him and Wizard
again next season.
Many thanks to the parents, grandparents & supporters for your efforts during
the year.
We have a very social and active club that assists in creating a great sense of
community. Let’s keep it strong…
Steve Whiteside
Secretary
SENIOR COACHES
REPORT:
This year has seen the introduction of the Small sided games format to Rooball with
field size, numbers in each team, and smaller goals with no goalkeepers except in the
9’s, being the major changes. The concept is a good one with the idea to ensure skills
are taught to the kids and they are encouraged to learn how to play with minimal
interference from parents/coaches/referees and no goal and point tallies maintained.
Our club has adopted the changes with great enthusiasm as the way forward and
congratulations to all the persons that assisted in the coaching and organisation of the
kids. Our numbers continue growing in Rooball with 26 teams this year including the
under 9’s which have been added to Rooball and non competition this year, with this
set to expand next year to include the 10’s.
We assisted new Rooball coaches at the beginning of the season with introductory
training sessions for the under 6’s which was a great success. Thank you to all the
Football Committee members that assisted in these sessions and helped me
throughout the year.
Along with this a number of our coaches have participated in coaching courses run by
the association obtaining accreditation as licensed coaches, which will ensure the
teams and the kids they coach in the future will benefit greatly. I am sure they could
all tell you of what a difference it makes to their ability to train the kids, and the
improvement in their teams’ performance and skill levels.
The courses are run by the NSWSFA through SSFA with the qualification recognised
by Football Federation Australia (FFA) and successful coaches are registered under
the FFA Accreditation Scheme. The following club coaches achieved the
accreditation levels as shown this year:
Grassroots Football Certificate
Nic Fylaktidis
Anthony Tesoreiro
Jeannette Corner
Peter Murray
Gail Keane
James Tyler
Mark Porter
Steve Hobden
Ric Chapman
Brian Malone
Junior Licence Coaching Course
Manny Loutas
Jeff Stewart
Youth Licence Coaching Course
Dragan Blazevic
Jaz Atic
Dennis Jones
Melissa Smith
Mick Savage
Michael Beames
Ron Turral
Tim Graham
Danielle Helps
Greg Power
This has placed the club in a strong position with the above joining our previously
accredited coaches so that over 60% of our junior coaches are now licensed and
accredited to coach our teams. Anyone wishing to participate in a coaching course
please contact me to discuss as there will be courses run in the off season. I am aware
that a number of our coaches will be attending courses being run on the day of our
presentation, such is their commitment to the kids and teams of this great club.
All of this can only benefit our club, and our results this year may be a reflection on
this commitment to learning and progressing, with our competition teams performing
very well. Of our 45 competition teams, 28 participated in the finals series this year or
over 60% of our teams. We had 16 teams progressing through to the Grand Final.
Statistically that means 1 in every 3 of our teams made the biggest game of the season
so how good is that!. The only club to beat us with more teams in the grand finals has
over twice the number of teams than us.
The end result was a club record of 8 Premiers from those games and congratulations
to those teams and players.
The teams and how far they progressed through the finals series is listed as follows:
6 Minor Premiers:
12A, 15B, 35G, W14B, W30A1, WSG
9 Semi Finalists:
10B, 11C, 13B, 21B1, 45B, AL1, AL6, W18C, WSD
3 Finalists:
21A, W12A, W30A2
16 Grand Finalists:
10E, 11A, 12A, 13A, 15B, 21B2, W13A, W14B, W15B, W16A , W18B, WSB,
W30A1, WSG, AL12, 35G.
8 Premiers:
10E, 12A, W14B, W15B, W18B, WSB, WSG, AL12
Finally thanks to every coach this year as without your enthusiasm and the sacrifice of
your time the club would struggle. Thanks also to all the parents and supporters that
showed up to the end of season finals series, your cheering and sportsmanship was a
credit to the club and inspired the players.
Chris Martin
CLUB HISTORIAN
REPORT:
HISTORY FACT SHEET NO 23, 2008
PLAYING FIELDS
The main topic of conversation during this season undoubtedly centred on the condition of the
playing fields used by the 17,554 players registered with the 26 clubs in the Sutherland Shire
Football Association Competition. I thought particularly about our field – Jannali Oval – and
recalled its beginning, and the many challenges which would have faced this club or any club
when formed; especially acquisition of a playing area.
When Como West Soccer Club was formed in 1956 solving the problem of a training area
was a priority. An approach was made to Como West School for use of the school
playground. Permission was granted but a big clean-up was necessary as the ground was “all
gravel”. The Flats (Scylla Bay) was also used. (Games were also played on Scylla Bay 1956
and 1957. Some games were also played at Tonkin Oval, Cronulla).
In March 1958 the Secretary of Como West Soccer Club applied for the ground at Jannali
Oval as home ground and it was later confirmed that application had been granted by
Sutherland Shire Council. During June 1958, Mr Farr-Wharton reported on a meeting to
discuss Scylla Bay ground.
“Council’s idea is to fill the reserve with 2 ft of sand which will be dredged out of the
River and after being allowed to settle, topped with soil. Also attention to bank levies,
drains etc.”
The electricity transmission at Jannali Oval was a matter of concern in 1958. Sutherland
Council was contacted regarding the possibility of having a guard installed around the tower.
Council advised the Electricity Commission promised to install suitable guards on the tower.
Weekend games were thrown into turmoil when in 1960 players were advised Council had
started to put soil on Jannali Oval with the view to then grading it. Games were hastily
transferred to Sylvania Heights, Sylvania Oval and Gymea Oval. The first “seeding” of the
Oval is recorded in 1961, and again in 1964. There was also a working party organised to
plant runners in the bare patches at the ends and side of the field (No. 1). Hand planting of
runners on the new field was undertaken by several club members the following year, a most
“tedious and backbreaking undertaking”.
A second smaller field was opened at Jannali Oval in March 1961. This extra field “will
assist us in other ways during the season, mainly as a warming- up area on competition days
and as an extra practice field on Sunday mornings”. Sticks and stones (parents referred to
them as rocks) were removed and holes filled. It was soon considered the new field was
mostly a better surface than the big field and amply big enough on which to play competition
matches for the younger age groups. (No 2 field is still considered by many players to be the
better field for all age groups).
The Club was having difficulty in receiving sufficient help to erect rope each weekend as a
crowd control. In 1959 representations were made to Council and the Department of
Education to have a fence erected at Jannali Oval. It was not until the beginning of 1967 that a
fence was erected across the top field at a cost of approximately $350 to our club.
The Sutherland Cricket Association donated $40 towards the cost and assisted in the siting
of the same.
As had been the practice of earlier years, the annual application was made to Sutherland
Council for continued use of Jannali Oval as home ground. In March 1968 joint
administration of permanent tenure was granted with the Cricket Club and Como West Soccer
Club, with (then) Councillor Skinner another member of the Committee.
Back in 1971 the Council advised they would allocate $1000 which the Club requested be
used to tar-seal the car park area and turf the “basketball” area, situated north of the (current)
complex. This was later referred to as the netball area. The car park area was eventually
sealed with the completion of stage 2, (the Hall, Napier, Pinkerton Clubhouse) in 1983.
Between 1967 and 1979 extensive ground work was again carried out by club members. In
1985, the goal mouth areas were fully re-turfed at a cost of $1300 from club funds. Thanks to
the drive, commitment and energy of club committee members, there has been a continuation
of maintenance programs carried out. Club funds continue to be committed annually. Each
year an average $2500 has been spent on field repairs, the exception being 2007 when over
$8000 was allocated and spent. Como West – Jannali is the 5th largest of 26 clubs registered
with the S.S.F.A, and no doubt provision will be included in projected spending budgets to
ensure the requirements of our players (this year 847) are met.
N.B. Information for this article has been extracted from official Minutes of
Meetings 1956 – 2008.
Each year, players are recognised for the years of playing service to CWJ. The following are
recipients for 2008. Special acknowledgement is made of 40 years playing service by David
Eccles, (35E team). The longest serving player in our club! Congratulations David!
10 years
Blake Bunch-Bozonie 14B
LiamChampness
15C
Thomas Evans 15B
Blake Fenton 15B
Melissa Filetti SWD
Todd Fisher
14B
Amber Keane W15B
William Knight AL1
Harris Loutas 14A
Elise McLachlan W18B
Drew Napier
15C
James Rowan 14B
Matthew Watters 14D
Congratulations to all players!
MARIE PINKERTON O.A.M
CLUB HISTORIAN
15 years
Andrew Beames
Timothy Beames
Paul Gorrel
Christopher Harrison
Nicholas Kondonis
Rhys Mitchell
Andrew Ramsay
Phillip Ramsay
Greg Robbins
Jordon Walker
Joshua Zywitz
21B1
21B1
45B
21B1
21B1
21B1
AL14
21B2
35E
21B2
21A1
20 years
Judy Dawes
SWB
Lynnette Pinkerton W30A
25 years
Craig Pearce 35G
30 years
John Hawkins AL3
James Hawley AL3
Gail Keane
W30A
Peter Wild
35E
40 years
David Eccles
35E
TEAM REPORTS
6 K1
P
19
Coach: Mick Savage
Manager: Sharon Nosatti
W
17
L
1
D
1
F
148
A
27
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What a great year, a fantastic effort by all the
boys. You all played the game with passion
and determination, but most of all you showed
us how the spirit of the game should be played.
Your manners on and off the field were second
to none.
We started training in early March, which
brought all the boys back for their 2nd year,
and didn't they do well. It was so good to see
the friendship the boys have formed together.
"Alex" You are the smallest person in the side
but the hardest person to get the ball off. You
regularly dribble the ball though the opposition
sides, which produced some great goals. You
have great vision for the game, you had an
almighty season.
"Harrison" You have come along way from the
start of the season. Its great to see that you
want to be involved in everything. You have
ended the season on a high with some great
tackling and some solid displays. Well done.
"Henri" You regularly turned defence into
attack with some strong runs. That big left foot
of yours always produced some great passing
of the ball. You were always keen and
energetic throughout the season. Sometimes it
can be hard being the coaches son, but you
handled it well.
"Sam" You have been a great boy to coach as
have all the boys. Its so good to see you love
your soccer. You always give 100% at
training. Your ability with the ball has
improved as the season has progressed. I think
with your attitiude and determination you will
be a great player.
"Mathew" I was a little worried, but then in
Rnd 9 V Gray Point it all came together. With
a great run from half way, which produced
your 1st goal in a Como shirt, much to the
relief of everyone, especially Mum and Dad. It
was so good to see your confidence grow as
the season went on.
"Sean" You played with bustling commitment
to win the ball and produced some great
tackles. When Sean had his head down I can't
remember many opposition players being able
to get past Sean. He always showed great
sportsmanship as did all the boys. Well done!
"Sharyn" Once again you have been a fantastic
manager. You have been my rock once again
this year. Thanks for all your ongoing help and
support to make this a very special team.
"To all the parents" Thankyou for all your kind
words to Sharyn and myself and for all your
help with the BBQ duties. To Sandy a "BIG"
sorry for giving you 3rd degree burns whilst
we were on BBQ duties together.
Boys on behalf of Sharyn and myself we are so
proud of every single one of you boys. Well
done and keep practising.
6 K2
Coach: Peter Munro
Manager: George Piggins
Congratulations to all our players for a really
good season of soccer.
They all had a lot of fun and each and every
player has shown improvement in their soccer
skills thanks to the coach’s effort.
Thankyou
See you next year.
6 K3
Coach: Greg Power
Manager: Amanda Perryman
What a season! No keepers, throw-ins and only
4-a-side with the poor old coach stuck on the
sidelines! You all made a tremendous effort in
the first year of SSG. Callum was on fire from
the start and dominated the season. I was
particularly impressed with his left foot and
passing game. Cousin Cameron was also a
handful for the opposition and his joy when
scoring a goal was a pleasure to watch. Josh
was busy all year and who could forget his two
goals against the Kangaroos, he was on fire
that day! Bailey, although small in stature, was
one the toughest and gutsiest players in the
comp. With more slides than Wet'n'Wild, he
stopped many an attacking raid. He knew how
to find his way to the goal as well. Caitlin, the
soccer princess, had fun and scored a
remarkable goal against the Possums, dribbling
for half the field, to the delight of a delirious
coach! Hayley was probably the most
improved in the team, getting much more
involved towards the end of the season. Thanks
guys and girls, I had fun and I hope you had
fun too. Thanks to manager Amanda for her
help during the year, sorting everyone out with
her weekly emails. Thanks to the parents and
grandparents (I don't think Bailey's missed a
game all year) for your support! Go the Mighty
Mo's!
6 M1
Coach: Mark Porter
Manager Annette Bell
6 M2
Coach: Nick Fylaktidis
Manager: Jeanette Fylaktidis
6O
Coach: James Tyler
Manager: Donna Lohmeyer
6 P1
Coach: Ron Turrall
Manager: Megan Noyeaux
Firstly I would like to thank Manager Megan
for doing all that manager stuff throughout the
season, did a great job seeing that everything
ran smoothly including those ground control
days. A big thank you to my brother David
who did a fantastic job as assistant coach, it
really helps having two trainers on training
days. To all the parents, thanks for regularly
showing up at training and for all that shouting
at the games.
Finally a huge thank you to all our players,
what a great bunch of kids. This year they
learnt basic soccer skills including simple ball
control, dribbling and turning the ball, instep
kicks, attack, defence and shooting for goal.
They also learnt respect for the game, respect
for the opposition, respect for their equipment,
respect for officials and respect for each other.
I can very happily say that each and every
player passed with flying colours.
It was real fun and a real pleasure to coach
them. How did we go on the field ? Who
knows, I think we scored just about as many
goals as we let in but who’s counting. The
main thing is that they learned some basic
football skills and had heaps of fun doing it.
Every player scored more than one goal so that
says a lot for the Small Sided Game.
To the players – In reverse alphabetical
order. Well the coach does get a bit of licence
in writing his report.
Julia Turrall : Oh ! did I mention that Julia is
my daughter? A great little player with her
dribbling and turning skills, chip off the old
block ? I doubt it, she’ a champion, scored 5
goals in the season. Dad only scored 1.
Jacob Sweetland : Now here’s a real chip off
the old block! What a striker ! Nice strong
kicking game. Always there in defence to
thwart those many invaders of our goalmouth.
Monique Noyeaux : The left footed striker.
She pulled off some great breakaway runs this
year and stopped many opposition attacks with
her defensive skills. See Monique, I told you
your right foot was not there just to stop you
falling over.
Nicole Mori : The South American
connection. Brings that touch of class from that
part of the soccer playing world with some
great running, turning and goal scoring, not to
mention her defensive skills.
Kyefer Jones : A tenacious little player .
Don’t get in his way when he gets the ball,
he’s going for goal. Kyefer also has a great
sense of defensive play, when under attack,
knows just where to put himself in a covering
position.
Hayden Edwards : Hayden by far scored
most of our goals this year and has deserved
special mention for this. A strong player who,
when he wins the ball, only has eyes for goal.
Certainly a player of the future.
As a coach I am usually against nominating a
player of the year because the game is a team
game and usually every player has given her /
his best throughout the year contributing to the
team’s final result. This year I have made an
exception to my rule because it is the team’s
first year of playing soccer and I would like to
give an encouragement award. I nominate
Hayden Edwards for his application of the
skills he has learnt, his punctuality and general
enthusiasm toward learning how to play the
game. I am sure the whole team would agree
with the decision. Coach: Ron Turrall.
6 P2
Coach: Tim Graham
Manager: Anne Keir
6 P3
Coach: Leigh Nelson
Manager: Jarrod Simpson
7R
Coach: Andy Burton
Manager: Ian Wright
7 S1
Coach: Danielle Helps
Manager: Marie Greer
7 S2
Coach: Peter Murray
Manager: James White
7W
Coach: Steve Hobden
Manager: Graham Pinney
7Y
Coach: Andrew Zywitz
Manager:
8R
Coach: Jenny Perkins
Manager: David Pollack
Its hard to believe that this season is over
already. It seems only a few weeks ago that we
lined up for the first game of the season. This
year's 8 Red's were made up of 5 players that
played together last year (Ethan, Amy, Samuel,
Shaun and Jordan) plus Vinnie and Aidan. The
team didn't take long to gel together and the
pleasing thing is that they improved
individually and as a team as the season
progressed. Ethan displayed his ball skills from
the very first week and often left the opposition
players floundering as he dribbled around them
on countless occasions. He also scored many
goals throughout the season. Amy had a
serious illness earlier in the season and was
sorely missed and we were all very glad when
she returned. Her skills have improved from
last year and judging by the constant smile on
her face, she obviously enjoys her soccer. Well
done, Amy. Samuel was one player who put
his body on the line every week. There wasn't
a game go by where he didn't put himself
between the ball and the goalmouth to stop a
shot. He also has one of the strongest boots in
the team. Shaun was a bit of a surprise packet,
when you least expected it he would come up
with a miraculous save or a huge kick to get
the team back on the front foot. He also played
a vital role as sweeper most weeks. Jordan was
full of energy every week and never stopped
running in defence or attack. His booming goal
kicks were a plus and he scored quite a few
goals, both from long distance as well as close
range. Vinnie was great example of the
improvement shown throughout the season.
Towards the back end of the season he knew
exactly where he needed to be and often
stopped opposition players in their tracks with
his defence. He was also very unlucky not to
kick a few goals as he always put himself in
position to score. After a slow start to the
season, Aidan turned out to be one of our most
consistent performers. His defence was
uncompromising and his improving attack
resulted in a couple of goals throughout the
season.
Many thanks to Jenny who did a fantastic job
as coach. Also many thanks to all the parents,
grandparents, families, and friends etc who
supported the team each week and helped out
with washing the shirts, ground control and
canteen duties. Most of all, thanks to all the
kids in the team who had fun each week and
made the season very enjoyable.
8 S1
Coach: Renato Nosatti
Manager: Sandy Noakes
Another great season for the boys. 8S1 really
embraced the art and science of the SSG.
Commitment, effort, sportsmanship, team
work and skill development were all thrown in
the mix and the boys took up the challenge
with outstanding results. Throughout the
season we saw some great individual play but
mostly we saw carefully thought out, well
constructed and disciplined soccer where the
boys put to the test their passing skills, ball
control and positional play. Well done!
A special thank you to all the parents for
their support and to Sandy for making sure that
everything ran smoothly.
8 S2
Coach: Chris Jolly
Manager: Julia Baker
This season was another great year for the
boys of 8S2. We had Zac join us from another
team, and Liam come over from Aussie Rules
to try his hand at Soccer. In 2008 these boys
showed that they’re not just another team on
the roster. Of the 14 games they played they
had 8 wins, 5 losses and 1 draw, proving that
they’ve got the skills and determination to
make a go of the competition. These boys just
love the game, they’re a great mix of kids, they
love the attack, the defence and the
sportsmanship of the game. These boys play
week after week, even if they’re sick or
injured, and hate it when the game’s cancelled
due to rain. To them there’s nothing better than
running around the pitch with their mates,
kicking the ball at the net. If they win, great!
But it’s the game they love. This year they
were coached by a dad who’s never played
soccer, but he happily gave up his time every
week to make sure the boys got a run and his
enthusiasm along with there’s has mad it a
pleasure to be part of. A very big thankyou to
Chris Jolly for taking on the job. The parents
appreciate it. These boys will be back again in
2009 so watch out as they’ll only get better,
faster and stronger. We can’t wait to see what
you can do.
Harrison Almond – Harrison’s a great allround player. He can and will give any
position a go. He’s a strong defender and an
excellent goal scorer. Harrison scored 17 goals
this year. He’s a great player and an asset to
any team, but you can’t have him because he’s
ours. See you next year Harrison.
Jakob Atic – Jakob has developed into a
fabulous defender this year. His confidence has
gone way up and he’s turned into a goal
stopping machine. You not only keep the other
team at bay with those saves, you also help
make the whole team look good. Way to go
Jakob.
Guy Baker – Guy’s got a strong and mostly
accurate boot and he loves to use it!! You
don’t want to be in the way when he’s focused
on the game. Guy lives for soccer and you can
see it in the way he plays, in defence and mid
field. This year Guy scored 9 goals for the
team and loves a good game.
Jak Graham – Jak’s our pocket rocket player,
he has endless energy and is super versatile.
Jak’s great in defence, as he can read the play
and is trouble for the other team in attack. Jak
scored 5 goals this year for the team. Well
done Jak. The force is strong in this one. We’ll
see you next season Jak.
Liam Jolly – Liam’s our new guy to soccer
this year. He has shown a willingness to learn
and a passion for the game. Liam is strong in
mid field giving great support to the whole
team. Liam scored 5 goals this year, a super
effort. You’ve had a great season Liam, you’re
our Rookie of the year!
Zachary Middleton – Zac’s a great forward
with a lethal left foot. He’s our highest goal
scorer with 19 goals to his name this year. Zac
came from another team to us this year and
he’s fitted straight in. He’s one of the boys, he
loves soccer and he’s our super striker. Way to
go Zac, see you next year.
Sean Noyeaux – one of our smallest players,
but size has nothing to do with commitment
and heart. Sean’s all about teamwork, he’s a
great mid fielder, feeding the ball up the line
and watching for opportunities. Sean scored 3
goals this year. You chase that play station
control Sean, see you in 09.
8W
Coach: Dennis Jones
Manager:
8 Y1
Coach: Judy Dawes
Manager: Kathy Roser
8 Y2
Coach: Ric Chapman
Manager: Sherryl Crowley
Well what a spectacular season.
This was a group of kids thrown together
because all the other sides had full
compliments. A raggedy bunch of little triers
who showed up to play with limited ability, no
experience, but hearts as big as themselves.
We trained hard every Tuesday night and we
worked on skills. We built a little unit of
friendship and we shared time equally on the
paddock and the spoils. And in the end, this
bunch of beautiful babies won more games
than they lost.
We even won one of our games 21 to nil
which gave them the self confidence to play
hard and with great delight all year round. By
mid year they were not bunching together
chasing after that elusive ball with every one of
them striking their skinny legs out hoping to
connect. Instead it was replaced by people
actively going to goal, calling for passes,
looking for yellow shirts and making space for
themselves. It was such a joy to watch them
progress as little people and players.
The twins, our only girls in the team Briget
and Ellen, not only held their own all year, but
improved their skill sets remarkably. Bridgy,
for example, could not even kick a ball when
she first came to play, but by year's end was
shooting for goal. To see her growth as a
player and to watch her shyness peel away as
confidence gathered, brought tears to your
eyes. Sister Ellen did score a couple of goals
during the season and her toughness and
competitiveness will see her go on to bigger
and better things. Both girls were regulars at
training and seemed to really enjoy themselves
all year.
Liam is a tough, rugged boy who charged
into the fray from moment one. Whenever he
saw a ball, he attacked it like an axeman would
a tree in a forest. He had no concept of player
preservation or the need to pass to team mates
when he started, but by year's end, he too knew
the value of getting ball to a man in space. He
scored a few goals and they were just reward
for his efforts.
Kevin is one of those happy little souls who
smiles whether he is chasing a ball, kicking a
ball, missing a ball who being smashed in a
tackle. He scored a few goals, some at vital
times in matches, and his defence was always
solid. He has the capacity to just improve and
improve and improve once the penny drops
about how best to get foot on ball.
Jeremy did not play as many games as we
would have hoped because he is tireless and
has natural ability that will bubble to the
surface as he gets more experience and grows
older. He is fast, is exceptionally keen and
scored a few goals simply by seeing the need
to be in a certain spot. He is a good team man
and works very well with other players and the
coach, never causing any problems on any
level.
Dylan too has loads of talent. He can score
goals, he is one of those rare people who can
actually finish off moves really well and he
potted 8 goals in that game we won 21 to nil
showing his raw talents. he was another who
missed a few games and training sessions
which impeded his growth as a soccer player,
but when he showed up the team always
played very well. He is tough, fast and very
willing.
But it was Zac who shone the brightest.
He scored nearly 30 goals by year's end and
his awareness of where he needs to be on the
field at any given time was obvious for all to
see. That was the most amazing development
in this boy who started playing last year but
who was completely run over and had no idea
of what to do, where to run, how to kick. He is
slight and skinny but his natural talent is there
in spades and by year's end, once he learned
what the game was about (having fun, chasing
hard, finding yellow shirts, getting on with the
action, finding space free of rivals) he went to
a new place of excellence.
He came to every training session, missed
just one game during the season, and was an
excellent listener to instruction. He won our
Player Of The Year Award mainly because of
his inexhaustible energy and his amazing
improvement as a player.
But all up, the team was successful in all
those important areas that parents, coaches
and managers want them to be. They learned,
they had fun, they improved and they got on
wonderfully with one another.
The parents and spectators who came to the
game every week, stood back and enjoyed
what they saw as much as the kids enjoyed
playing. No coach could have asked for a
better bunch of sideline supporters. And if
there was an award for Best Manager, then
Sherryl would get it. She crossed every tee,
dotted every eye, kept everyone totally up to
date on week to week happenings and was
diligence plus.
In the end, it was a shame the season ended
because everything about this little lot was
simply wonderful for our souls.
9C
Coach: Gail Keane
Manager: Peter Hunter
9E
Coach: Wayne Green
Manager: Paul Ippolito
9F
Coach: Anthony Tesoreiro
Manager: John Collier
9H
Coach: John Shearsby
Manager: Stuart Mcgrath
9I
Coach: Jeannette Corner
Manager: Nick Bennett
Coach – Brian Malone
Manager – Sarah Clay
Position: 4th – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
17
8
6
3
45 24 30
10 B
An up and down season with the boys on top
of the table after 8 rounds, a mid season slump
and then finishing strong in the last 4 rounds to
secure a place in the semi-finals. Lack of
numbers and school holidays certainly hit us
hard this year and in the end it was a great
effort to make the top 4. A very proud coach
and parents with the boys achievements this
year.
The boys efforts and commitment at training
throughout the year were excellent and it was a
pleasure to be involved with them all.
A big thanks to Sarah our Manager for her
efforts and to Michael Stilp and Michael Davis
for their help throughout the year.
The 10B squad
LACHLAN BAKER - by far the biggest
improver in the team who had an outstanding
season in his left back roll.
TIM CLAY - our Captain and defensive mid
fielder. Tim always gave 100% and got
through a lot of work in the mid field and lead
by example.
JOSH DAVIS - the most laid back boy I've
ever met. Without a doubt one of the
highlights of the year for me was Josh's double
in the last match of the year to secure our spot
in the semi's.
JACK GRICE - Big Jack at the back when
switched on always makes it hard for the
opposition to get around him and always tries
hard.
JACK GUSTARD - another boy who always
give 100% and a big reason for our improved
defence this year.
CHRIS HANCOCK - a very talented mid
fielder who was a little bit up and down this
year but boy did we miss him when he went
overseas on holiday for a month.
RORY HANNON - our main goalkeeper
who did an excellent job in goals and kept us
in many a game with some great saves. Also
showed some promise with his limited time on
the field.
DEVLIN MALONE - our Player of the Year
this year who was very consistent and gets
through an unbelievable amount of work on
the field.
BRADEN JONES - had a good year in his
right mid field role and went through a real
purple patch mid season to play some
outstanding football. With a little more
consistency should show some real promise.
ALEX KAKAKIOS - Run Alex Run, Alex
has some exceptional speed across the ground,
just needs to work on his ball skills and spend
a little more time on the training paddock.
NICK STILP - another boy who did an
excellent job this year particularly when
switched to sweeper. Reads the game well and
showed vast improvement from last season.
NICK EGGLESTON - Little Nick joined us
mid season to help bolster our numbers and
certainly improved the squad. A real scrapper
on the field and very versatile, he also was our
backup keeper and never let us down.
I would also like to thank Ethan, Luke and
Harris from the 9C's and Declan from the
10E's for helping out in our time of need in the
school holidays. The vital point we gained
from that match ultimately got us into the
semi-finals.
Congratulations to Devlin and Chris for
making the Under 10's Sutherland Sharks
squad. Thanks Brian
Coach – Dragan Blazevic
Manager – Scott Maddock
Position: 2nd - Premiers
W
D
L GF GA Pts
12
2
3
74 29 38
10 E
P
17
Well done to everyone on a wonderful
season,
a
PREMIERSHIP
WINNING
SEASON!!! We are all so proud of you for not
only the way you played, but for the manner in
which you maintained your composure at all
times during the year, not only displaying great
skill, but more importantly great sportsmanship
under, at times difficult circumstances.
The team really responded to training with a
much improved and sustained effort putting in
the hard work week after week. The team
discovered that working together, field
positioning and passing produces results. Most
importantly the team as a whole realized early
that without the hard work invested at training
we weren’t going to produce anything of value
on game day.
The season was full of highlights including a
11:3 win over the eventual minor premiers.
That game produced 3 hat tricks one to
Lachlan who had his game of the season that
day, Peter and Stefan. Stefan scored 4 hat
tricks in the first four games of the season to
eventually end up with 30 of the teams 78
goals. Peter bagged 22, Nathan Collits 14 and
the rest where shared among Lachlan, Declan,
Roisin, Julian, Daniel R, Daniel L and Ruiari.
Resulting in CWJ being the most potent
attacking
force
in
the
competition.
Unfortunately we couldn’t get everyone on the
score sheet this year but 2/3 of the team
scoring goals is a great achievement.
Another highlight for me was the defensive
improvement over the year, in the first 8 games
we conceded 20 goals as opposed to the last
11games where we only allowed 10 to be
scored against us. Considering the last 3 games
included one against the comp leaders at the
time a semi final and grand final the defence
did an exceptional job. Further to that we
played a lot of those 11 games with a
minimum of 11 players, NO SUBS!!! The
great effort coupled with their eagerness to
learn at training resulted in a solid defensive
line. Well done to Liam, Philip, Danial R,
Hannah, Ewan, Declan, Julian and to all who
played goal keeper this year, especially Declan
, Lachlan and Phillip.
The midfielders Lachlan, Ruiari, Nathan
Cunningham, Roisin, Daniel L lead by Peter
where everywhere. They produced some great
passing, runs with and off the ball and tracked
back to help out on defense as required. They
continually kept shutting down the oppositions
midfield and provided some super passes. We
can’t forget our forwards Nathan Collits and
Stefan who would at desperate times dig deep
give it their all up front and than fall back on
defense. Well done everyone, GREAT TEAM
WORK!!!!!!!!!
The grand final is a great reflection of our
year. Our character as a team was tested that
day. Losing the toss and running against a gale
really took the confidence out of us, as a result
we where camped inside our half from the start
and not playing our best football.
Unfortunately the occasional loose marking of
a quality Barden Ridge attack gave them a
chance to post a controversial goal in the first
half. Nonetheless the kids with their never say
die attitude epitomized how much this team
has improved as a unit since their first game
and rallied hard and thru skill, teamwork and
determination created a number of scoring
opportunities one of which happened late in
the game which Stefan took with both hands
blasting the ball in the back of the net. A great
goal to watch!!!!!
Thanks so much to all the families and
friends for their support throughout this
season! Thanks also to Scott Maddock the
manager. And a special thanks to Ron Turrall
for stepping in when I was away. I also would
like to send out a huge thank you to both the
coaches from the 9e's and 9f's for lending
players when required.A very special thank
you to the kids who have been a pleasure to
coach, we are all so proud of you, you are
CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!!!
Coach – Graeme Davis
Manager - Rhys Williams
Position: 2nd – Runners Up
W
D
L GF GA Pts
10
5
2
49 17 35
11 A
P
17
Coach – Trent Dawes
Mgr – Craig Mathieson
Position: 4th – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
17 10
0
7
55 28 30
11 C
What a year we had! Unfortunately we
lost some players from last year’s 10E
Premiership winning team, but we
welcomed three new players in Lewis
Perkins, Scanlan Bradley and Tate
Funston. We were also promoted 2 grades
to the 11C’s. We always knew it would be
a big ask but still set our sights high to at
least make the semi finals this season.
It was evident after the first game of the
season that we were definitely going to be
competitive this year. Within a few weeks
it was also evident that it would be a year
that 4 teams would dominate this 11C
competition. Halfway through the season
after round 9 we found ourselves 2nd on
the competition table. At this stage we
were true believers that making the semis
was a real possibility.
The boys had played some awesome
soccer and we were looking really good on
the field. Maintaining our positions and
hitting our players with precision passing.
The boys were really enjoying their soccer
and so were the Coaches and Parents.
For most of the year we had 1 reserve
due to the fact that we only had 12 players
in the team. When we found that we were
short on players some weeks through
injury or illness we borrowed players from
both the 10B and 11E Como teams. A big
thank-you to all the boys that stepped up
and played with us this year, it was much
appreciated by the whole team and
supporters.
The second half of the season did bring
the boys back down to earth with a few
losses to the higher ranked teams. After
round 15 it was obvious that we would
make the semi finals and a not too long
after that we realized that we were going
to finish 4th on the table. It was always
going to be a big ask to make it through to
the grand final from 4th position.
This did not change the boys, their
attitude and effort was absolutely fantastic.
The semi final was a close game against
our archrival Loftus(clash of the cousins as
we like to call it) which had some
spectacular goalkeeping saves from both
sides. It was tight to the end but it just
wasn’t to be our year.
Full credit to the boys, they took the loss
well and everyone was in high spirits. It’s
also full credit to all the Parents as the
boys are both good sports as well as great
kids. We would also like to thank the
Parents for the effort which they make
throughout the season to make sure that
the boys got to training and to each and
every game.
We must say that it has been an absolute
pleasure to coach the boys this year and
we hope to see Andrew, Cameron, Chris,
Daniel, Harri, Jack, Jared, Joel, Lewis,
Max, Scanlan and Tate back next year for
another shot at the Premiership.
11 E
P
17
W
5
Coach – Tim Beames
Manager – Vivien Wall
Position: 6th
D
L GF GA Pts
3
9
20 30 18
Coach – Manny Loutas
Manager – Simon Doyle
Minor Premiers / Premiers
W
D
L GF GA Pts
12
3
2
33
9
39
12 A
P
17
Stats include 2 State Cup games / 17
Competition games / Semi Final / Grand Final:
14 wins, 4 draws, 3 losses - 38 Goals For
(includes 1 own goal), 12 Goals Against.
A great season where we welcomed 8 new
boys in Zac, Daniel, Callum, Steven, Angelo,
Che, Jordan & Ryan to team up with 7 boys
from last year’s successful 11Bs Minor
Premiers/Premiers side. Only some of these
boys had been exposed to the pace & intensity
of A grade football but then these 2 groups of
boys went onto gel & develop into an A grade
team & have a monster of a season. All 15
boys should be proud of their efforts.
The above results were very good but they
were achieved as a result of great teamwork.
To finish 1st by 3 points ahead of Gymea
United in a very strong A grade competition
was a very good achievement & demonstrated
that the boys were consistently playing good
football to wrap up the Minor Premiership!!!
Our semi final appearance against 2nd placed
Gymea United ended 0-0 & saw us progress
through to the Grand Final. The Grand Final
saw us pitted against Gymea United on a cold,
blustery & slippery Heathcote Oval. We had
the strong wind at our backs in the 1st half but
there wasn’t much between both teams to go
into half time 0-0. We faced the wind in the 2nd
half but adapted much better to the conditions.
With about 8 minutes to go we forced a corner.
Up stepped Tom Doyle to deliver a perfectly
flighted corner to Jordan Galic’s head who
then forcefully nodded it into the roof of the
net. 1-0 Como’s way!! The 15 strong Como
squad were determined to hang onto this lead
& did it in fine style to be cheered on by the
many Como supporters (thank you all) to see
out the final minutes to win the Premiership!!!
Our State Cup campaign saw us win 4-1
(Anton 3, Jordan 1) against Hurlstone Park in
the 1st round but we then bowed out in the 2nd
round 2-0 to Maroubra United. A good
experience all round.
Thank you to all you parents for helping out
with canteen, ground control duties, helping
out on match day & for your overall support in
making this a memorable season.
Thank you to the 11As Coach Graham Davis
for loaning us Jack (2 goals v Cronulla RSL) &
Tim.
Thank you to Dave Russell for his help at
training & my thanks also to Gary Webster,
Roger Smith, George Fragiadakis & John
Galic for their help at training, as well as our
many discussions on all things football.
Finally, a big thank you on behalf of the
team to Simon Doyle for managing the team
ever so efficiently & for putting up with my
rantings & ravings.
Thank you for an enjoyable & successful
season. Manny Loutas (Coach)
Player Profiles (in alphabetical order)
Dylan DANIELS aka “Rio Ferdinand” from
England for his no nonsense tackling at
sweeper but then made stopper his position.
Dylan stopped many potential goals showing
great vision with well timed tackles &
clearances & a never say die attitude. Dylan
used his speed & good ball control to run the
ball out of defence & was one of the main
reasons why we had the best defensive record
in the competition.
Thomas DOYLE (Vice Captain) aka “David
Beckham” from England for his very good
dead ball free kicks & corners. Tommy’s very
good ball distribution, non stop running, strong
tackling & passing of the ball was a highlight
every week. His never say die attitude inspired
his teammates to do the same week in week
out. Tommy also scored 3 goals for the season
& assisted in many team goals.
Daniel FALLINS aka “John Terry” from
England for his safe, reliable & tough
defending where not much got past him during
the season. Dan showed good vision to break
down many attacks. Dan also kept in goals
ever so confidently when Zac was away on the
one occasion to proudly keep a clean sheet.
Dan also scored 1 goal for the season & that
was the only goal scored in a nail biting 1-0
win against Sylvania.
Angelo FRAGIADAKIS aka “Carlos
Tevez’’ from Argentina for his strong running
& passing of the ball & had the uncanny ability
to bob up at the right time to poach a goal
when needed with that lethal left foot of his.
Angelo is the total team player where he put in
a 100% effort no matter when or where he
played whether in the forwards or midfield.
Angelo scored 3 goals for the season &
assisted in many others.
Steven FRAGIADAKIS aka “Ricardo
Carvalho’’ from Portugal for his no nonsense
style of defending & showing great vision &
full concentration week in week out to be one
of our most consistent defenders all season.
Steven is one of the main reasons why we had
the best defensive record in the competition &
he should be proud of his very good season.
Steven was a pleasure to coach & can only get
better.
Todd FRANCIS aka “John Arne Riise” from
Norway for his running, passing & tackling of
the ball mainly in defence. Todd was solid at
the back with a never say die attitude & would
use his pace to cut down his opposition to
assist in keeping our best defensive record in
the competition intact. Todd went about his
business of defending with a minimum of fuss
& was the silent achiever of the team.
Jordan GALIC aka “Fabio Cannavaro” from
Italy for the classy & stylish way he played at
stopper & then at sweeper. Jordan seemed to
have so much time on the ball in getting it out
of the danger zone & would use it to find a
midfielder or forward. Jordan displayed great
vision & forged a great partnership with Dylan
& all our defenders to allow us to have the best
defensive record in the competition. Jordan
scored 4 goals for the season.
Samuel HAZELDINE aka “Sami Hyypia”
from Finland for his no nonsense style of
defending & putting his body on the line.
Samuel showed confidence & calmness after
dispossessing his opponent. Samuel’s well
timed tackles broke down many potential goals
& ran the ball from the defence to lay off a
nice pass into the midfield or the forwards. A
total team player who always gives 100%.
Drew LENEHAN aka “Ruud van
Nistelrooy” from Holland because when he
scored goals with either foot you knew they
were sweetly struck into the net. Drew’s
natural goal scoring ability proved invaluable
& would get the team a goal when we needed
it most. Drew scored 4 goals for the season
including a memorable long range free kick
about 15 metres out from the penalty box
against Cronulla RSL.
Anton LOUTAS (Captain), aka “Fernando
Torres” from Spain for his skilful running &
dribbling with the ball in the forwards. Anton
led by example every game where he also
played in midfield making many piercing runs
& passes & was strong in defence. One run in
particular against our nemesis Marton he
dribbled his way through 5 players to finish off
with a lovely goal to help the team win 1-0
with minutes remaining. Anton scored 12 goals
for the season.
Zackery MORAN aka “Gianluigi Buffon”
from Italy for being ever so confident &
possessing razor sharp reflexes resulting in him
making numerous 1st class saves during the
season & in games which were tight to allow
the team to get a much needed win. Zac was by
far the best keeper in the 12A competition &
was the consummate professional for a 12 year
old boy! Zac was also one of the main reasons
we had so few goals conceded all season.
Callum RUSSELL aka “Ryan Giggs” from
Wales for the way he dictated play down the
left hand side of the midfield both in attack &
defence. Callum developed immensely
throughout the course of the season into a fine
midfielder showing quite a bit of vision & also
assisted in many team goals. Callum put in a
100% effort whether he was needed to play left
back on the one occasion or anywhere across
the midfield.
Ryan SMITH aka “Frank Lampard” from
England for doing the hard yards & for being
the unsung hero in central midfield week in
week out. Ryan went about his game in
midfield ever so coolly & confidently where he
assisted the defence when needed yet also
dictated the middle of the park to assist in
many team goals. Ryan’s passing was a delight
to watch & his tackling was tenacious in taking
no prisoners.
Che WEBSTER aka “Deco” from Portugal
for being hungry to want the ball all the time.
Che initially started playing up front but over
time I realised he had an important role to play
in midfield to assist in many team goals. Che
developed into a fine attacking right midfielder
but also became a fine defensive midfielder
where his tackles had a bite to them when
winning those 50/50 balls. Che scored 6 goals
for the season.
Murray WHITESIDE aka “Michael Owen”
from England for his good ball skills came into
play mainly on the left side of midfield or left
forward where his good ball distribution was
second to none & his defensive work was
solid. Murray volunteered to play keeper in
one game when both Zac & Dan were
unavailable & did an admirable job. Murray
also scored 2 goals this season & assisted in
many team goals.
12 B
P
17
W
0
Coach – Glenn Trewhella
Position: 8th
D
L GF
3
14
4
GA
45
Pts
3
This season began with a new look team and
a new coach. Having been graded 12B, we
went in to the season with confidence knowing
that it would take time for the team to learn a
new style of play and each other.
The season began with a number of close
results but unfortunately the result was always
in favour of the other side. As we moved
through the mid point of the season signs
emerged that the new team structure was
working, with key positions settled and the
style of play evolving.
Then the turn-around that made it all
worthwhile for the players, parents and the
coach. We played the top four teams in the run
home. First up, a draw with Barden Ridge who
were on top of the table! We celebrated like
we had won. What a difference this made to
the team. The next three games against the
remaining top three teams saw us take our
new-found confidence to a draw and two 1-0
losses. We went from averaging 3 goals
against per game to only conceding 3 goals in
the last 4 games and against the top 4 teams.
A great way to finish the season!
The team showed real courage, selfconfidence and team spirit to be highly
competitive for the full game as the season
drew to a close. A big thanks to Coach Glenn
Trewhella – your positive and constructive
approach was a big part of this.
Matt – spent many games as goalkeeper. He
showed maturity in the way he used his penalty
area, stifling attacking opportunities by
intercepting long passes and by closing down
opposition attackers as they were attempting to
shoot. He has great hands, rarely dropping a
ball and pulled off a number of great saves.
When on the field, he again showed vision
when sweeping by reading the play and
clearing the ball.
Riley – played as our sweeper and Player of
the Year. Fast, determined and with his long
legs, he was never beaten. Many teams tried to
kick the ball past him or run around him but
Riley was always able to stop them. His goal
kicking was fantastic, always getting the ball
toward the half way line and he always shouted
encouragement to the team.
Nathan – playing left full back and the
occasionally midfield, Nathan was always very
tenacious. He marked his player, making tackle
when the player received the ball and always
made the opposition player feel under pressure
by consistently nudging and challenging for
the ball. If beaten, he would surprise the
opposition player with his speed and be there
in a flash to make the tackle.
Scott – as the central defender, Scott was
able to show his versatility. Solid on the ball,
whether he used his feet or his head, many
attacks were thwarted by Scott. Scott matured
in the role of stopper as the season progressed
showing an ability to read the play,
intercepting the ball or closing down the
opposition as they threatened our goal. His
long throws were our secret weapon and they
always surprised the opposition.
Jono – played a number of games at right
fullback and midfield, and a few runs up in the
forwards. Jono showed speed, a solid kicking
game combined with great vision as he moved
across the field to counter attacks on the other
side. His game against Gymea was memorable
where a number of times he was the last player
between the attackers and the goal and each
time he prevented them from scoring by
making a quality tackle.
Joel – always tenacious in the way he played.
Not afraid to use his body in a tackle, Joel
would always make his tackles count. His
speed allowed him to get himself in to space
and leave defenders chasing. Always
consistent in the way he played made Joel a
valuable member of the team.
Cameron – Mr Versatile. Cameron played in
a number of positions during the year but
excelled in the midfield role. With good ball
skills, he was always able to control the ball
and look for a passing opportunity. His
determination to win the ball in close contests
and then look for a teammate gave a sense of
authority to the team rather than just kicking
the ball down the field.
Blake – the engine room of the team. Playing
in the mid field, Blake always gave more than
100%, moving around the field to assist in
defence and attack. His passion and
determination encouraged his team mates to
dig deep and his ‘no fear’ approach to winning
the ball left many opposition players
wondering what happened. Blake was always
consistent and competitive.
Kieran – magical skills with the ball at his
feet, Kieran made the game of soccer look
easy. With his ability to move the ball with the
inside and outside of his foot, he could pass a
number of opposition players in a moment.
Playing in the central midfield, Kieran ensured
the team had fluency as it moved from defence
in to attack.
Jonathon - with a number of games in goal
and midfield, Jonathon showed his versatility.
When in goal, Jonathon was able to throw his
body through he air and pull off a number of
classic saves. On the field, Jonathon made sure
he always had space around him and this gave
him time to look and pass. He had speed and
this enabled him to chase down players whilst
defending or make a long run down the wing
when attacking.
Jai –most improved player during the year.
Jai played on the left side of the field as the
coach though he was left footed only to learn
late in the season that was not the case. Having
the ability to kick with both feet, Jai was one
of the best tacklers in the team. Many times it
looked like an opposition player but he would
beat him but Jai always managed to come
away with the ball from the tackle.
Adam – playing in the positions of
goalkeeper and as striker during the season,
Adam was dominant in both. In goal, Adam
would always be in the right position, which
enabled him to catch the ball rather than push
it away. In doing this, he was able to take the
team from defence to attack with a quick kick
down field. As a striker, Adam would control
the ball and look to pass enabling his
teammates to join him and launch an attack.
When he was in front of goal, Adam would
always look to put a shot on goal. His header
against Barden Ridge was a classic goal.
Jason – as our main striker Jason made Jason
a valuable contributor to the team. Always
determined to win, Jason looked dangerous
when he had the ball at his feet. With a
fantastic kick, Jason was able to score from set
plays and make our corners threatening as the
ball would sail across the six yard box. His two
goals from free kicks were fantastic to watch.
12 D
P
17
W
4
Coach – Brad Matthews
Manager – Mark Gregory
Position: 8th
D
L GF GA Pts
0
13 17 64 12
Although the boys didn't get the results of the
previous couple of the seasons, it was another
successful year, with some solid improvements
in skill and teamwork. Most importantly the
boys continued to enjoy their football.
It was always going to be a tough year with
the team going up a grade. After winning 2 of
the first 3 games, the challenge got a bit more
difficult with 2 players breaking their arms
during the season. Often playing without subs
against quality opposition, the team struggled
defensively mid season. However, to the boy's
credit, they never lost heart and were able
tighten up their defence by the end of the
season. The season finished on a high with a
couple of wins in the last few rounds.
Player highlights as follows:Jake - big improvements this year and played
a key role in moving to the sweeper position
mid season to shore up the defence. Would
prefer to play in the forwards but made the
sacrifice for the team without complaint (not to
the coach anyway).
Nicholas - always heavily involved in the
game and scored his first goal in many years in
the last game of the season. Great effort.
Jordan Ellis - another player who showed big
improvements this year and is a quality and
super reliable defender.
Josh Finlay - made a big contribution when
in goals this year and always showed pace and
enthusiasm when in the outfield.
Liam - another speedstar who created plenty
of opportunities down the flanks.
Josh Gibbs- award for the best broken arm of
the season. Always contributed with great skill
and ball control.
Daniel - continued to demonstrate great
dribbling skills and did some excellent work
on his passing and kick placement this year.
Jordan Leplaw - has the biggest kicking
range in the team and had a great season in
defence. His handstand following his goal
from the centre back position was a highlight.
Lachlan - always gave a 100% with great
tackling skills and much improved positional
play.
Dale - ever reliable when in goals and always
covers a huge amount of ground when playing
in the mid field.
Rhys - created plenty of opportunities for the
forwards with some great throughballs and
passing.
Jack - had some sensational games in goals
this year and saved around 6 near goals in one
game. Highly reliable when playing in the
backs as well.
Gerad - award for 2nd best broken arm. One
of the most accurate kicks in the team and a
fully accomplished goalie.
Another enjoyable season thanks to the boys
efforts and attitude and the parents support.
Coach – Phil Nash
Manager – Greg Manning
Position: 4th – Runners Up
W
D
L GF GA Pts
7
4
6
32 24 25
13 A
P
17
Coach: Anthony Chapman
Manager – Jacqui Wills
Position: 4th – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
17 11
1
5
57 32 34
13 B
A good learning year for the boys, with 6
additions to the team we took a little while to
settle in, but when we did we were very
competitive. We still easily made the semi’s
despite a bad knee injury to one of our
strongest players making him miss the second
half of the season, and working through the
vagaries of two boys being committed to
school soccer for various weekends.
There were a number of highlights this year.
On the field the emphatic 5-2 victory against
Georges River was the best game of soccer
these boys had ever played whilst off the field
was the party after losing the semi final where
the parents all stand around bemoaning what
could have been whilst the boys just pick up a
soccer ball and start playing again...the loss
already forgotten. Great stuff from a wonderful
bunch of kids.
Special thank you to the assistant coaches
Sarah and Olivia who helped out at training
every week and Olivia helped at every game as
well. To Michael, Glen and Bill also my thanks
for helping out at training with the drills and
managing the sessions. Indeed to all the
parents for your support to the team and me
this year, it is tremendous and much
appreciated. To the Como Committee,
especially Chris Martin, your support is always
there when needed. Lastly to Jacqui for
managing the team so well, it takes and
enormous load off me and makes my job so
much easier, whatever needs to get done gets
done with no mucking around and
procrastinating, thanks Jac.
Dylan Wills. Had a tremendous season,
improved his already formidable ball skills and
learnt this year the presence of his team mates
around him. Always prepared to take on the
opposition big or small and puts his body on
the line.Always dangerous with the ball at his
feet. Well done Dylan, you have real claas and
ability and getting better every sesason.
Josh Trevenar. New to the team but settled
in like one of the old boys. He has a fantastic
soccer brain and a great knack of playing
fantastic through balls. Never gives up and
gives 110% every game. A really great team
player, and is a dream to coach. Josh you had a
great year and you are a real asset to the team.
Peter Rowlands. Our keeper this year did a
first rate effort. New to the toughest position
on the field he took to it like a duck to water.
Numerous times he showed real courage and
determination taking on the opposition attack
and saved the scorelines in a number of games
for us. Congratulations Pete on a great season.
Hayden Ross. One of our most consistent
and valuable players. He often gets shuffled
around from position to position, but he never
complains and always does an outstanding job
wherever he is put. Loves to run with the ball
and some of his moves down the sideline were
fantastic to watch. You should be very happy
with your year H.
Angus Rigby-Wild. A very welcome
addition to our team. He is strong in every
facet of the game, he is a good thinker, he is
quick and has great ball skills, but most of all
he is so determined. Wonderful to coach as he
is capable of playing in any position on the
field, he is so enthusiastic and just never and
never gives up. You and a very talented player
angus and you will go on to bigger and better
things.
Elliot Ofori. Elliot has got fantastic natural
ability and is a real asset with his size and
strength in attack. His free kicks are
exceptional and when Elliot hits a ball they
stay hit. Saved his best for last this season and
really stepped up to his potential when we
needed it towards the end of the year. You
should be proud of your achievements this year
Ell, and I get the feeling next year will be even
better.
Angus McClean. Gus...our revelation from
South Australia. Had a great year in attack and
improved his defence with real dedication at
training. Looks super sharp running onto
through balls and was really unlucky not to
have a couple of more goals. Gus you learnt a
lot this year and you are headed to be a very
good attacker.
Luke Manos. Started the season really well
and was in may matches the most dominant
player of the field...then disaster a crippling
knee injury puts him out for the season.
Despite this his contribution to the team was
still so high as he is such a great mate to all the
kids, he has such a positive attitude he was
inspirational even when injured. Get you back
next year big fella.
Tom King. Tom was injured early in the
year and had school soccer commitments kept
him outside the rhythm of the team for the first
half of the season, but came back with a
vengeance when fully fit. Saved his best for
the last 3 or 4 games where his heavy tackling
and excellent ball distribution really shored up
our mid field. Stay injury free and you will be
at the top of your game Tom.
Jeremy Chapman. A great year for you
Jem. Your talking on the field (to the players’
NOT the referee) was a real highlight of your
maturity this season. Good to see you not
panicking with the ball and wanting the ball at
your feet. Your tackling and determination
make a coach very happy.
Kayne Bryant. Unusually for Kayne started
the year a little slow, but he fixed that by the
end of the year when we got our old rock back.
Playing out in the wider full back role gave
him a better chance to show off his ample ball
skills and attacking flair whilst running down
his opponents. PLEASE learn to jockey next
year. . . PLEASE!
Luke Bressington. One of our other rock
solid defenders. Luke’s sheer presence and his
ball domination is invaluable in this team.
Formed great combinations with his other back
throughout the year, has great clearing kicks
and tackles tremendously hard. Cool as a
cucumber when taking penalties, Luke is cool
all the time making him a great stabilising
influence on the park and in the team.
Jordan Bentley. Was a coaches delight this
year...after 4 years he is kicking and kicking
well with his LEFT foot. What an achievement
Jordy. Not usually his strong point but Jordans
defensive workload this year was exceptional.
He sprinted back consistently to help his
defence. What a team player well done Jordan.
Jordy I think you still get the biggest cheer
from the parents when you race down the right
side line lining up to shoot...keep it up mate.
Andre Alday. What a season Andre!! You
earned the player of the year, and you scored
the most goals. Your game has improved so
much in the 6 months off season, it was
unbelievable. Your speed across the ground
and you tackling determination and courage
had to be seen to be believed. Well done mate
you should always remember this season as a
real turning point in your soccer career.
All the boys trained exceptionally well this
year and they are just fantastic to coach.
Thanks for the season all of you. Anthony
Chapman
13 D
P
17
W
2
14 A
P
17
W
3
Coach – Melissa Smith
Position: 10th
D
L GF
4
11 36
GA
52
Pts
10
Coach – Steve Simonovski
Position: 7th
D
L GF
3
11 22
GA
47
Pts
12
For most of the boys this was their
first year in A grade and they adapted to the
pace and skill of the game very well. The step
up to A grade means tougher opposition but
there is also the added pressure we put on
ourselves and on each other to perform at the
higher level. Some boys handled it very well
and really stepped up to the marked this year.
Others found it harder to cope. But all the boys
showed improvement and I believe that all of
them can perform at A grade level if they keep
putting in the effort and gain the confidence to
play at this level.
We had a lot of unlucky and
frustrating games this year where we deserved
a better result. Some might argue that we could
have got more results if we played a more
conservative style. But this year was not about
results and I was never disappointed with our
style of play. The boys played some great
attacking football this year. We scored against
every team in A grade except for Seagulls who
had the best defence in the competition. With
some more clinical finishing we could have
scored lots more goals. We were competitive
against every team, and from a neutral point of
view, every game was entertaining to watch.
From a coach's view it was sometimes tense
and frustrating, but there were moments in
games which were absolutely brilliant and a
joy to watch.
But the most pleasing thing about this
team was how well the players bonded,
especially the new players. After a few weeks
you would never had guessed that some of
these players had never met before joining the
team, and it was great to see new friendships
develop and hopefully grow stronger in years
to come.
A few words about each of the
talented players in the team, who were both
very skilful as individuals and as a team. They
were good enough to play in any position and
many of them played in all positions
throughout the year.
Ryan Landers (c) - completely blew
me away with an outstanding start to the
season. Four goals in his first 3 games, Ryan
took A grade by the horns and never Looked
back. He was our team captain and lived up to
the title. I can see a big future for this player.
Brent Shiels (vc) - versatile and
skilful Great in attack and defence Brent saved
our bacon plenty of times in the backs but also
picked up a goal this year in attack. Brent was
a great addition to the team is a very talented
player that can go on to bigger things if he
wants them.
Liam Henderson - for someone who
had never played club football before Liam
had amazing skills. He struggled a bit at the
start of the season with tactics and a short
attention span but by the end of the season he
was the best player on the park and blitzing the
opposition in both attack and defence
Jamie Collits - Became a much more
attacking player this year and showed some
superb skills and passes, and has excellent
vision. Loved scoring against Menai, Jamie
never missed a game this year and apart from
an almost SBW moment, he never missed a
training session either. Even though others
may not see it, Jamie has a great passion for
the game could definitely go on to bigger
things if he has the dedication to see it through.
Michael Bujcevski - never gave up
and always stayed positive even though A
grade was a big step up. Had some strong
games in the backs and midfield and was very
good at organising his defence With more hard
work and some confidence Michael can make
it in A grade.
Mitchell Hughes - Excellent effort
and great commitment. Played well in both
defence and attack and showed lots of skill and
also showed leadership qualities. Mitchell has
the raw talent to be a great player and just
keeps getting better and better. Will come back
stronger and sharper next year.
Harris Loutas - a great defensive
player that knows where to be to cut of the
opposition pass but also very good at giving
the pass and a big asset to a team that likes to
play possession football. Harris has a great
spirit and work ethic and if he keeps that up he
will become a top player in 2009.
Yorick Roydhouse - excellent
goalkeeper and made some great saves
throughout the year. He's kicking also greatly
improved. Yorick would have found A grade
extra tough as he came up from C grade but I
can see him making a another big step up next
year.
Brendan Drury - converted to a great
defender this year and had plenty of
outstanding games. Also showed he stills has
the attacking flair when given a chance and
will look to combine both aspects next year
and become a more complete player.
Tim Werger - our top goal scorer and
also a top player. Showed some excellent
touches on the ball and really developed as our
target striker. Scored some great goals
including 2 very nice headers. Lots of big
things to come from Tim in the future.
Jake Warner - very skilful and loved
taking on the opposition (and the coach). Jake
had great attacking moves and picked up a few
goals but also improved his defensive game
and tactical game this year, which will provide
a good step up for next year.
Ryan Gannon - great skill and pace,
Ryan loves flying down the right wing and
became very good at providing crosses from
the right wing, which became a dangerous
threat to our opposition. Has had awful luck
with injuries but a good rest during the off
season and Ryan will come back stronger and
more dangerous in 2009.
A great team, great players and a
fantastic bunch of boys to coach.
Even though the results may not have
been as good as they could have been, I believe
this team made a successful introduction to A
grade. Next year they will become much
stronger and, hopefully with a bit of luck and a
bigger team, I can see this team challenging for
the premiership in 2009.
A few thank you's now. A huge
thanks to Angela, who took up the reins as
team manager and did a great job looking after
the team from filling in match sheets
(especially with the all the borrowed players
we had), to providing watermelons and cup
cakes for the boys. Also thank you to Vesna
for her lunches and her support. And thank you
to Ian for his support of my ideas and extra
curricular activities. Thank you to all the
parents for their support at the games and
especially thank you for trusting in me to
develop your boy's skills and allowing me the
freedom to teach them the way I know best.
Thank you to the boys from the 14Bs,
13As and 12As who played for us this year.
With only 12 players in the team (and
constantly missing players on holidays, or
through injury or other commitments) we
ended up borrowing 13 different players
through out the year.
But most of all thank you to the boys.
I was expecting some pubescent, teenage angst
and attitude this year, but that never happened.
Apart from some clowning around, and some
frustratingly short attention spans, the boys
were very well behaved and showed great
maturity. I'm very happy with the friendships
they have made and the support they have
given each other. There are some great
memories and experiences that I will take
away from this year, both on and off the field.
I'm proud of the progress they have made this
year and look forward to a bigger and better
season next year. Well done guys.
14 B
P
17
W
3
Coach – Fred Polimeni
Manager – Kay Macadam
Position: 6th
D
L GF GA Pts
8
6
69 30 17
The 14B team comprised half of the B and C
teams from the previous season. Under Fred’s
guidance and leadership, it was only a matter
of only a few weeks before the boys started to
gel. During the season, they became stronger
and improved their skills dramatically. Each
week their confidence grew. From the first
match to the last, the 14B team gave it
everything they had and really put in a gutsy
effort. They demonstrated plenty of character
and determination. Unfortunately, we were
riddled with injuries, however, we had
wonderful support from other teams, which
was most appreciated.
Overall, the boys drew or defeated higher
ranked teams on the ladder than them and
proved that they were always a threat. Well
done guys! Good luck with your summer
sports and soccer season next year.
Thank you to all of the parents for being so
reliable and for your fantastic support.
To Fred, Luis, Fernando and Brett W – you
have done an incredible job, bringing out the
best in these boys. Thank you so much for
your commitment, dedication and for sharing
your passion with our children.
14B Coach Fred Polimeni end of season
report
Although we did not make the finals the
team had a respectful season, 8 draws worth 1
point made it difficult to make the final 4. A
season plagued by injuries, the boys played on.
Often matching it with leaders of the comp, the
team played a physical and a skilful game with
a never say die attitude. The main focus this
year at training was on developing skills such
as shielding, ball control, passing etc. It was
very pleasing to see the improvement of the
boys game throughout the season. Yes there is
still a lot to learn, but these boys no longer just
play kick and chase and therefore we saw some
exciting games this year.
14B player profiles:
James: First year in goals was a standout. If
there was a better goalie in our grade I did not
see him. Under Fernando’s guidance this
season James is already building a reputation
as a true goalie and I believe can only get
better with more experience.
Todd: Played some blockbusting games for
us this year. A powerful runner with our
without the ball. Mainly played in the defence
but played also as a striker where his thumping
kicks found the back of the nets a few times.
Jak: One of the most improved of the boys
this year. Relished playing in the backs starting
to read a game well and along with his speed,
and being at the right place at the right time,
managed to shut down quite a few run away
strikers.
Jake: Played in the defence this season. Jake
plays with no fear copped some hard knocks
putting his body on the line but always gets
back up and does his job. Makes any striker
work hard to try to beat him and most could
not.
Callum: In the engine room centre mid.
Tough and skillfull player made a welcome
back from rugby league. Never stopped
running and a huge work rate every game. One
of the quietest boys of the team but very loud
on the field.
Sean F: Plays out wide in the midfield. Sean
loves to attack and with his speed and strength
can be a handful to the opposition. Sean
continues to improve every season and starting
to put some good passing in his game.
Sean P: Played on the wings and midfield this
season. Worked hard on his skills at training
where his ball control and kicking have made a
big improvement. Sean stepped up well this
season.
Chris: Played in every position this year
including goalie, benefited a lot this year with
his willingness to learn new skills. Always
gave his best during a game or at training
pushed himself all season and as a result got
better with every game.
Josh: Injury after injury unfortunately
plagued Josh this season. A huge loss when he
could not play, hopefully he will have an
injury free season next year. Josh is a very
talented and skillfull player and makes a
difference whenever he is on the field
Lachlan: Physical and aggressive and always
hungry for a goal, a true striker. Can be a real
danger man to the opposition when he’s on the
ball. Started the season quiet but ended it with
some super games.
Brett: A knee problem for most of the
season put Brett off his natural game. A boy
who is skillfull and can read a game, to his
credit Brett battled on and was there for the
team every week, a courageous effort.
Justin: Broken wrist and ankle injury made
him miss some games but managed to get back
and finish the season off. Along with his vision
and ball skills passing the through ball between
defenders is his trademark.
Blake: Everything I expect of a captain
Blake did and more. Led the team by example
played every game till the end with his never
say die attitude. This inspired the boys to play
to their best. One of our best week after week,
a great captain’s knock. Good job Blake.
I would like to thank the boys of the 14D’s
and 13B’s for helping us out throughout the
season, the coaches and managers, Alex, Ian,
Anthony and Jackie. Much appreciated was all
the support of the parent’s of the boys, it made
coaching that much easier.
The teams
manager, Kay, for doing such a great job for
us, did a lot of work and always on the ball. .
My assistant Brett W for being a big help to
me this season, especially the nights when my
knee was playing up. The job is there for you
if you want it next year. Fernando trained the
boys in the skills that are required of a goalie.
The boys really enjoyed getting trained by
someone with so much experience in the nets.
Luis my right hand man lives and breathes this
game and plays it with great skill and passion.
Coaching the boys along side me this year was
a huge benefit to the team and myself. Thank
You.
I am not going to get tactical and technical
and try to analyse how the team can improve,
that can wait for next season. Overall it was a
good season, I hope the boys enjoyed the
experience. I would like to thank the boys for
the respect you have given Fernando, Luis and
myself. You have all been a credit to the team
and a credit to your club. Have a safe summer
and I hope we can do it all again next season.
Coach Fred
14 D
P
17
W
4
Coach – Alex Atic
Manager – Ian Smith
Position: 6th
D
L GF GA Pts
3
10 13 44 15
It was a pleasure coaching the boys in
2008,and watching them develop as soccer
players and team mates. There was remarkable
improvement
particularly
in
fitness,
communication on the field, and teamwork .In
the 2nd half of the season we had some
excellent results and stirring performances,
including giving each of the 14D grand
finalists the fight of their lives. In the coaching
dept I tried to get the boys to focus on enjoying
their soccer, to play a positive style and to
learn to think for themselves on the field. This
resulted in a team that played an intuitive and
free flowing game, that was very entertaining
to watch and one which I think the boys
enjoyed playing, particularly when we started
to string together some good results. Sadly we
lost a couple of strong players right at the start
in Jordan and Sefton through injury. There was
impressive improvement in fitness and
conditioning of all the boys particularly Angus,
Ethan and Justin A, who ought to be
commended for that. Smithy made a late
comeback from injury and showed plenty of
grit and determination in his matches. As far as
skills go, Blake, Lleyton and again Justin A led
the way. In terms of commitment, Aaron,
Sasha and Daniel were rarely anything less
than an inspiration to their team. In terms of all
round improvement, Steven led the way with
strong defence week after week, and Matt with
clever and effective attack. Our goalie Tom
saved the day repeatedly, and was a quiet hero
for us, never failing to put his body on the line
for his team. In a team full of great lads, with a
fantastic attitude, who were respectful and cooperative all year, special thanks go to Blake
the vice captain, and particularly to our captain
Lleyton, who both showed an exemplary
attitude, and strong leadership qualities, in
always putting their team's needs first. I
believe that all of these boys have a great
future in soccer and at this club, and if in
future they continue to improve at the rate they
did in 2008, the sky's the limit.
Coach – Chris Martin
Manager – Medhat Wassef
Minor Premiers / Runners Up
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
17 12
3
2
60 19 39
15 B
Well what a year that was. In review
you’d have to say we had a great year, Minor
Premiers and playing great football, but it’s
that last result that hurts. Good things beaten,
again. The luck or otherwise of this side never
ceases to amaze me. We were more or less
beaten by conditions on the day than anything
else, but it still hurts.
Our results this year make excellent
reading. On top with 39 points, with 12 wins, 3
draws and only 2 losses, with 60 goals for and
19 against. The top attack and the second best
defence and playing in our first grand final.
The team really does play good
football and have demonstrated that against all
comers. Other teams tend to play the reef it up
the middle and run onto it type of football,
which does cause us the occasional problem,
but which each year we get better and better at
defusing. Unfortunately, the grand final was an
example of where it can go all wrong, but as
stated the conditions certainly contributed to
that, and Menai did play that style of game.
On the last game, the Menai coach
was gracious enough to state that they really
didn’t know how they could beat us as we
were the best football playing side, but when
he woke on the day and saw the conditions and
ground, he knew it’d become a lottery. I
suppose you can say that in victory, but he had
no reason to say it other than he thought it true.
Small solace I know, but we were truly the side
to beat this year. Gymea’s coach saw me at the
Final also and said the same thing, so there
must be some element of truth there.
Training has been a lot of fun this
year as the sessions were set to practice and
refine attacking play rather than defensive
drills. Next year I intend to continue with that
as it certainly pays more dividends, as with
everyone attacking in training, the defence
quickly learnt how to defend better and
improved, or they would of sunk without a
trace. They, as already said, had the second
best defence in the league, so it seems to work.
I’d like to thank John Hughes for
undertaking managing of the team this year, to
great effect. Also thanks to all the parents for
their support throughout the year and good
sportsmanship as is always on display from us,
which is truly wonderful and appreciated.
Also, thanks to Ben Hurst and Liam
Champness from our 15C side for turning out
for us at the end of the year and really showing
their class as players,
Thank you to all the boys for your
efforts throughout the year at both training and
on the pitch and for your humour and good
nature which is very much appreciated. I still
enjoy your company and love watching you
play in particular to see all that hard work in
training paying off, with the fantastic football
you are capable of playing. See you all next
year and look forward to another awesome
season.
15B’s Player Profiles
Mitchell Cardy: Fast, strong and
tough with the wickedest shot going from long
range. Mitch enjoyed dominating the middle of
the park and is becoming a very good centre
midfield or centre back, scoring 5 goals this
year.
Tom Evans: Tom has showed his
versatility all year working equally well as a
forward or midfielder, and when asked will
play and star in defence also. Scored 6 goals
this year and also created 4 more with assists
or where his final pass led to goals.
Jarryd Evans: Played his usual
brilliant passing game this year distributing the
ball to his supports with great and accurate
passing skills. Also found an extra gear in
speed this year and chased down the
opposition often in defence, and with a great
shot scored 4 goals and had 2 assists.
Blake Fenton:
Had a really
outstanding year as a defender and is becoming
one of the toughest players to get past and one
that can be relied in to perform the hard work
when needed. Also scored two goals this year.
Zac Garvey: Played awesome as
centre back dominating the middle of the park
and really putting his body on the line in
defence. Zac at centre back was a real find this
year and we look forward to his continued
efforts there. He also managed to score 2 goals
this year.
Andrew Hill: Out of goals this year
and into the midfield where he showed great
skills and determination with a high work rate
also, creating 4 goals with assists, or the
“miracle ball”!
Steven Hughes:
Great year in
defence proving to be tough to get past and
clever with the ball when he takes it off the
opposition and giving great passes. Got
amongst the goals also, netting twice.
Ryan Kurtz: Fast and great with the
ball at his feet proving a nightmare to
opposition defences down the right, beating
them with pace and sending in brilliant crosses.
Scored 7 goals and had an awesome 10 assists.
Jackson Martin: Hard and tough up
front this year showing great skills and a
deadly shot carving up the opposition defence,
but on occasions helped out in defence
showing a dab hand at sweeper also. Scored 16
goals winning the golden boot for the team and
had 14 assists proving very unselfish.
Kamine Naidoo: Speed to burn and
skills to match, Kamine was a handful for the
opposition taking them on and making them
look ordinary. He was a welcome addition to
our attack scoring 4 and creating 4 with his
assists.
Brad Nash:
Our new goalkeeper
who only conceded 13 goals all year with the
other and first 6 scored against the team when
he was off with a broken finger. Bounced back
well from the early season set back and truly
pulled off some stunning saves when needed
proving very reliable between the sticks.
Scored a hat-trick of goals in one of the games
we allowed him out on the field.
Alexander Quandt:
Tough, hard
and fast and always doing the hard yards in the
middle for us which is great knowing he can be
relied on. Scored 4 goals and had 6 assists with
these often arising from the great corners that
he began to hit this year.
Issac Wassef: Played very smart as
sweeper this year organising his defence and
leading them in the tough stuff as usual
proving almost impossible to beat. Managed to
go forward and score 3 goals this year also.
15 C
P
17
W
9
Coach: Craig Champness
Manager – Noel Napier
Position: 6th
D
L GF GA Pts
3
5
55 47 30
Playing in a 12 team comp. finishing 6th
only 5 points adrift of first and second place, it
was a very close comp this year and it could
have gone anyway right up to the very last
round.
Throughout the year the boys played some
great football, most games with no reserves, or
playing 1 short, giving everything they had.
This year we saw 2 new players join the team,
we welcomed Ben Hurst and Ben Thompson,
both new comers to the beautiful game, with
them making great contributions to the team
and fitting in exceptionally well.
Every team member should be proud of their
achievements.
Player Profiles –
Lloyd – our goalie, who plays an outstanding
game both in goals and when the opportunity
arises on the field. As the year continued, his
confidence really built up and he made some
great saves.
Edward – the utility player, who really found
that playing sweeper a rewarding challenge
and certainly gave the opposition players a
hard passage to get through.
Glenn – playing this year as right back and
taking to the challenge very well. Some strong
defence occasionally saw him get the wrong
end of the ref’s penalty count.
Luke – left back, who when on his game is a
very good player both in defence and some
great runs into the attack.
Ben R – centre back / midfield and
occasional goalie, determined and great
defender caused the opposition many
headaches with his tackles. A very capable
attacker who set up some great plays
Drew – midfielder, who can really belt a
ball, great defender and certainly caused the
opposition pain with some great tackles
playing the man of the ball.
Liam – midfield / centre back, all round
player in defence and attack, dictated play in
the midfield, setting the attack plays with
determined attacks and damaging defence.
Bryce – a great midfield player whose
abilities to inject himself into the play will
become more apparent as he grows in
confidence, a beautiful striker of the ball.
Ben T – over the year greatly improved and
was an important part of the team creating
havoc with the opposition with his determined
defence and very strong attacking plays.
Ben H – very gifted player whose ability to
out run the defence and attacking players
caused many teams to re think their game plan
and this created many opportunities for Ben to
score.
Adam – a determined forward who has some
great skills that caused many teams to mark
him tightly, as his ability to get behind the
defence usually meant that the midfield opened
up for us.
Daniel – talented forward who can turn the
pace on and gifted with a good left foot bagged
the majority of the goals for the team.
Thank you to Noel for managing the team
this year, thank you to all the supporters for
turning up to the games and cheering the boys
on and a big thank you to the boys who make
the cold nights at training and the games
entertaining and frustrating. Craig
18 A
P
17
W
0
21 A
P
17
Coach – Dane Kearns`
Lisa Edwards / Bev Pryke
Position: 10th
D
L GF GA Pts
2
15 16 62
2
Coach – Peter Tackacs
Position: 3rd – Finalists
W
D
L GF GA
9
2
6
41 32
Pts
29
Coach: Michael Williams
Mgr – Ray McLachlan
Position: 3rd – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
17
9
1
7
30 23 25
21 B1
Coach: BJ Johnston
Manager: Peter Harrison
Position: 2nd – Runners Up
W
D
L GF GA Pts
8
6
3
24 18 30
21 B2
P
17
35 E
P
18
W
9
Graeme Dawson
Peter Takacs
Position: 5th
D
L GF GA Pts
3
6
24 16 30
Well another one of those years, almost made
the semis with our usual mid season slump.
We had a different start to the year with 20
players ready to go and a ballot to see who was
to sit off each week. I thought we were playing
football not pollitics.
Any way Simon and family were the
obvious choice for the team award this year but
as usual everyone managed to peak at some
time or another even Charlie managed a pass
to one of his own team.
Congratulations on FORTY playing years
Dave , I guess thats 40 career passes?
Robbo topped the goals this year closely
followed by Lloydy ,the Axe murderer,
Smokey, and daylight
Ed got the leading dribbler award and Bars
received the last minute
award which
obviously is the amount of time he arrives
before a game, Chappy earnt our Giant award
for best midfielder
The judiciary award was tough this year
with Scano Darren and Lloydy fighting this out
with an honorable mention to Pete Tyldsley .
Good work guys
The Backs deserve a plug as well with the
bloody Moose, Darren, Simon, Whitey and
Pritcho having a blinder .
The best Holiday award of the year was a
toss up between Wildy in Thailand and Tony
in England. I think the coach needs a holiday.
Finally our most injured player this year and
our newest was Pinko. You would think a
bloke that young would be at least be able to
complete 90 minutes? and what is going on at
Steve Batelys place, doesn’t he know he s too
old to be having more kids. Most of us struggle
to get any action.
This years Coaching award was again
sponsered by Charlie and the Moose See you at
the 45s. SMOKEY
Dragan Blazevic
Alex Atic
Minor Premiers / Runners Up
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
18 16
1
1
62
7
49
35 G
The season's come and gone in the blink of an eye,
We'd set our sights for the sky,
cobbled together a brand new team,
that had some grit and a killer gleam,
through dust and dirt, blood, sweat and tears
we fought and won amongst the cheers
of our hardy fans loyal and true
we proudly wore the yellow and blue
through cold, dark nights we ran and trained
played the game in the wind and rain
won every comp game except for one
scored a ton of goals just for fun
drank like fish after the game on weekends
and again after training elbows continued to bend
we'd always meet with hearty cheer
analyse the game over a beer
down to the last man we were all friends
and that's the way it stayed right to the end
of the Grand Final down at Solander Field
fate had us hooked, she had us reeled
an invisible hand had shut the gate
not a shot went in, not one from twenty eight
so good on you the boys of the 35G's
Dennis, Craig and Matty never failed to please
Luis danced with the ball and Pat scissor kicked
Wayne, Sean and James couldn't be tricked
Beamesy, Greg and Marto kept us on the wagon
and you don't mess with a coach whose name is
Dragan
Elkan, Anthony and Rick played like commandos
then there's the goalie can you hear the drums
Fernando
and then many a time Michael H carried the day
even had a team song written by Alex A
the 45B's often, would their wisdom shed
we were never without number one supporter Fred
and that is what makes this team and club grand
you can always hear a yarn and shake a hand
so when we walked off Solander with second prize
you weren't the only one with tears in your eyes
because it doesn't mean that we were second best
it's just the universe giving us a test
to see if we've got the character and the spine
to do it all again in 2009
aye boys, lift up your heads
next year we're back in new threads,
raise your glasses and let out a cheer
let's drink to success in the new year
Ron Turrell
Garry Burton
Position: 3rd – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
18 11
3
4
24 11 36
45 B
Gary Cole
Irene Lumb
Position: 4th – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
18
9
4
5
39 25 30
AL 01
AL 03
P
18
W
1
AL 06
Trent Dawes
Steve Simonovski
Position: 8th
D
L GF GA Pts
5
12 11 54
8
AL 14
Stephen Roberson
AL 16
Position: 3rd – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
18
9
3
6
33 25 30
AL 08
P
18
W
1
AL 12
P
18
Paul DeCosta
Richard Berto
Position: 10th
D
L GF GA
2
15 26 62
P
18
W
6
W
8
Pts
21
Daniel Whale
Position: 6th
D
L GF
1
9
21
GA
30
Pts
25
Paul Douglas
Kim Levings
nd
Position: 2 – Premiers
W
D
L GF GA
15
1
2
41 12
Pts
46
W12 A
Pts
5
Brendan Johansen
Position: 2nd – Premiers
W
D
L GF GA
11
2
5
37 32
P
18
Perter Barton
Ryan Fielding
Position: 7th
D
L GF GA
3
9
43 60
Pts
35
P
18
When the season started we did not
know what to expect. The team had been
elevated to 12As but more than half the girls
had moved to the 13s. With a number of
players new to football and a majority of 11
year olds we faced the first game with
trepidation. However, as things unfolded, we
had a successful and more importantly, an
enjoyable season finishing an unlucky 3rd and
hopefully instilling team ethics and the love of
sport into the girls.
The Players: Anna, Sharnah, Jayde
and Ella had never kicked a ball before while
Simone was returning to soccer after a number
of years off. All improved remarkably through
the season as they learnt more about positional
play and their skills developed. Sharnah was
responsible for the save of the season in our
semi-final against Gymea.
Isobel, Amber and Kirby are still very
young and only in their second ever season.
Isobel volunteered to be goalie for a half each
week and at this age quite brave in itself. She
also developed her field kicking skills. Kirby
also greatly grew in confidence and made
some boomers while Amber was just a tiger in
every game and no matter what position she
was placed in. Our defence was solid all year
and most improved Elisha was probably our
most consistent player all year. She covered,
kicked hard and read the play well. Her best
mate Francis played really well and they make
a great team. The last member of this trio was
Rachel who had some confidence problems
returning after a horrendous injury run. But she
was straight back into it not holding back and
she read the game beautifully. Our
hardworking midfield was headed by Jordie
and Keely. They got themselves into great
position to score goals and defended stoutly.
Chloe had the biggest kick in the competition
and this lead to her topping the goal count with
some amazing efforts. I maybe be biased but
Lizzy has wonderful potential, she is hard at
the ball and dribbles brilliantly. Thanks Kim
And Brett, Gary and all the parents for their
support and friendship.
Thanks Dougo
Chris Martin
Maureen Quirk
Position: 2nd – Runners Up
W
D
L GF GA
12
3
3
33 23
W13 A
P
18
Pts
39
These girls are a combination of last
years W13A’s who finished bottom the
previous year and half of last years 12B’s (who
could still play in the 12’s this year), along
with a couple of girls that had been playing
with various other teams. At the start of the
season no one could tell how they would go,
but it was looking like it might be pretty hard
when you consider that the Association in their
wisdom graded us in the A’s when we had
asked to be considered for B’s. Just shows the
Association some times get it right!
To say the girls have had a great year
is an understatement. We were runners up
after the end of the rounds this year coming
second to a virtual representative side from
Lilli Pilli which had scored 125 goals and only
conceded 2 and had not lost or even drawn a
game. Our girls were the first side to score a
goal against them and we were the only team
to do it in open play, with the other side to do
it scoring from a penalty. We were also the
only side to truly push them when we lost to
them in round 18 by only one goal. Lilli Pilli
were starting to get worried about us then as
they had beaten everyone else by at least 3
goals and most times it was 8 or 9 (They
averaged 7 per game).
Our record this year reads well with
us recording 12 wins, three draws and only
three losses to finish on 39 points, six points
clear of third place. Two of our losses were to
Lilli Pilli, so we were only beaten once by
“normal’ club teams. We scored 33 goals, or
just under 2 per game, and conceded 23, and if
you take out the 10 scored by you know who
our defensive record was excellent and we
were worthy contestants into the finals series.
In the semi final Lilli Pilli beat us 5
nil but they had really scored some freakish
goals in doing so, and you could sense our girls
were getting fired up and hoping for another
confrontation with them. To do so though we
had to overcome an extremely determined
Georges River and we ousted them through a
nerve racking and intense nil all draw in the
Final. It was a really exciting contest with
Rivers fast and tough striker a real handful and
their goal keeper keeping them in the contest
with some fantastic saves when goals looked
certain. It was a relief to get through and the
girls then had to regroup after a tough contest
like that and psyche themselves up on how to
get through the grand final against such an
intimidating opponent.
The grand final proved to be the most
exciting game of the year, with our girls really
pumped and willing to fight for the title. At
half time having absorbed all Lilli Pilli could
throw at us while they were running with the
wind at their backs, it was looking good for an
upset. However the Lilli Pilli girls shocked us
with an acute angled shot which was just a
fraction too high for our Dame of the Game
Amelia in goals to save part way into the
second half. Damn, another of their freaky
goals!
All of Lilli Pilli thought they had it
won then but didn’t reckon on the fight in our
girls who came out blazing from the restart.
Lilli Pilli were forced to desperately defend
from then on, and were placed in the
unfamiliar position of not being able to get out
of their half such was our teams determination.
Then the unthinkable for the berries happened!
Kiralee hit a long high ball into their goal
mouth and their keeper realising that half of
Como were coming at her rushed to save it and
misjudged it, having it bounce over her and
forcing her to rush to recover and try and stop
it on its way in. As I said half of Como were
onto it with Lauren winning the race and
managing to put the ball beyond a desperately
diving keeper for a fantastic equaliser, sending
the game into extra time and our spectators
over the moon in celebration.
The extra time contest was end to end
with both sides testing each other out in a
grand final truly deserving of the name. We
couldn’t quite get the winning goal, but in the
draw we were so thrilled that it certainly
looked like a victory such was our girls
excitement. It was a wonderful end to the year,
and the look on the opposition faces confirmed
we had come away enjoying it much more then
them. When you consider that the grand final
was the only game Lilli Pilli didn’t win you
can understand why, so a moral victory to us.
The teams record at the end of the
year is a direct result of the work and effort
they have put in at training during the season.
They are great to coach and have always
endeavoured to do everything asked of them
and their skills as football players is becoming
quite high. They can all run the ball well and
pass and move into space for return passes as a
good team should. They back each other up
and play for each other so they are a champion
team, not a team of champions unlike some
others we know of. It is a significant
difference, and we all saw the result of that in
the last game of the year. If it had of gone a bit
longer, I reckon we would of won it as our
team play for each other, and look out for one
another.
A very big thank you to our Manager
Maureen Quirk on behalf of the team and
myself who I couldn’t get by without. Maureen
always gets all the administration and
organising done with no fuss and allows me to
do all the dancing around and jumping up and
down on the sideline, with the occasional quiet
word to keep me in line when needed.
To the parents of the team members a
very big thank you for your support and
cheering from the sideline. We are always
great sports and are fantastic advertisements
for the true meaning of sport, which is to
enjoy, participate and encourage and we
represent the club in an exemplary manner.
Thanks also for helping out with the ground
duties when rostered it’s really appreciated.
Finally thanks girls for your efforts
this year and allowing me to coach you and be
a part of your success. I am exceptionally
proud of all of you and have enjoyed every
minute of it.
W13A’s Player Profiles
Brigit Barnes: Brigit is our fast and
tough enforcer at the back. She revels in the
big tackle and can easily catch any breaks with
her exceptional speed. Opposing players learn
quickly not to tangle with her.
Kitiana Bell: Kiti has exceptional
speed and skill and is always in the thick of the
action, equally at home in the forwards or
midfield. She has a high work rate and never
stops and has scored 4 goals this season.
Stephanie Breyley:
Stephanie
always works hard for us in the middle
tackling and chasing and clearing the ball
upfield with an exceptional boot. Steph is
equally at home in centre mid or centre back
positions and can always be relied on.
Tomasin Clark: Tomasin is pure
speed and didn’t we need often with her
capable of chasing down opposition breaks
with ease. Those players couldn’t believe how
quick she could catch them, and her tough
tackling also meant she formed a great
partnership with our other defenders and she
has become an exceptional fullback.
Bonita Fragiadakis:
Bonita has
great ball skills when she dribbles the football
and combined with a big kick means she is a
real handful for the opposition. Bonita can play
in midfield or forward, scored 4 goals this year
and is also a pretty handy goalkeeper.
Casey Gentgall: Casey is strong and
fast and works all game and has become a high
work rate, tough, dependable midfield player
who can also be relied on as a full back or
goalkeeper when needed. Casey also scored a
goal this year, now all we have to do is get her
to give away that other game!
Amelia Gilday: Amelia is a skilful
midfield player who provides great passes to
her supports, scoring 3 goals for us in the
season. Amelia is a great team player and
played in goals for us in the finals series
proving very hard to get past playing
exceptionally well in the grand final.
Kiralee Martin: Kiza is our sweeper
and can always be relied on to chase down the
opposition, win the ball and move it back up
field with exceptional skill. Kiralee is a tough
tackler also and takes on far bigger rivals and
gives them a lesson in football every time and
she managed to share a goal in the grand final
through her big kick.
Lauren Murfitt:
Lauren is our
striker and has brilliant skills running the ball
past opposition defenders and is tough enough
to be able to withstand some pretty hefty hits
from them also, giving as good as she gets.
Lauren scored 10 goals this year, 11 counting a
shared effort in the grand final, and is the
winner of the golden boot for top goal scorer in
the team
Eliza Potter: Eliza is a powerhouse
central defender who never stops tackling
chasing and clearing the ball. The team relies
on Eliza in this position as she constantly
repels and stops all opposition attacks, with
those teams bewildered on how she is always
on to them no matter where they move the ball
to try and get through.
Shelley Quirk: Shelley is a speedy
forward or midfielder with great positional
play always there to finish off attacking raids.
Shelley works hard for the team in attack
always getting herself free of the defence with
her elusiveness, and is a great finisher jagging
7 goals this year.
Chanel Soames: Chanel has terrific
speed and a strong tackle and can be relied on
to upset the rhythm of the opposition in attack
as she is always after them. Chanel plays
equally well in mid field or defence and used
her speed to grab 2 goals in one match in the
forwards, so is very versatile.
Chelsea Spilstead: Chelsea is a high
work rate defender, mid fielder or forward and
can be relied on to play in all those positions
and give 100% effort. Unfortunately Chelsea
got hurt right at the end of the season but never
let that stop her cheery face showing up to
support us all the way through.
Helena Tome: Helena works hard
wherever she has to play and has shown she
has the skills and toughness to handle every
position. Helena is a determined defender and
non stop midfielder and showed her versatility
scoring a goal when put in the forwards.
Chris Martin
W14 B
P
18
Jeff Stewart
Minor Premiers / Premiers
W
D
L GF GA
17
0
1
80 11
Pts
51
The girls completely dominated the
competition this year taking out both the
Premiership and the Minor Premiership.
Surviving the entire Association competition
undefeated is a great success and a credit to all
of the girls. On top of that, they also performed
admirably in the State Cup – losing (in a very
close and hard fought game) to the ultimate
runner up.
Each girl, in their unique way, brought a
different skill set and style of play to the team.
We started with some very proficient players,
some experienced players, some in their first
season, some that just wanted to kick a ball,
and all of them very interested in having a chat
and a giggle. I am happy to say that we
finished the season with a group of players that
combined as a very strong and cohesive team.
Ball skills have definitely improved, passing
ability, game vision and the will to succeed
have all become apparent. The girls
demonstrated some very nice and entertaining
football week on week, with spectators
enjoying the passing and ball control, many
opportunities to score evident and the
opposition often wishing they could be
elsewhere. The games were definitely a
pleasure to watch and the girls appear to have
enjoyed bonding as a team (with an
opportunity to chat, giggle and laugh
regularly).
Kindi Peacock was a stalwart as our regular
goalkeeper and is one of the reasons that our
‘Goals Against’ is so low. Although her
preference was to play on the field, Kindi
definitely put the team as a priority and (on
average) played at least half of each game in
goals and performed very admirably.
Rosie Smith, before her untimely accident,
was also a very proficient goalie and instilled
fear into the oppositions attack. The other girls
rotated through goals on a regular basis, such
that we managed to only concede a total of 10
goals all year.
A testament to the low goal count against us
was also the rock solid defence. Led by
Georgia Quinn as Sweeper and Kate Beattie as
the regular Centre defence, the opposition had
very little opportunity to attack us down the
centre of the field. Georgia and Kate cleaned
up the few balls that made it to them and
blunted any of the ‘kick and run’ tactics that
the opposition teams may have attempted,
effectively forcing the opponents to attack
down wide. With out trio of Abbey Middleton,
Tori Guy and Cassie Gillett all growing in
confidence and skill each week the Wing
Defence was also solid. The girls challenged
hard, stopped our opponents from turning the
ball, tackled successfully and looked to pass or
dribble out wide when in possession. Abbey
also subbed as a very able midfielder and
centre defence when needed, making some
superb runs back into the attack and setting up
our attack whenever possible. Kindi when
given a chance on the field, generally in the
defence or the midfield, made the most of her
opportunity with solid tackling and nice
passes.
The Midfield of Georgia Deeth, Lisa
Matthews, Rosie Smith, and Paige Burton
controlled the centre of the park with skill and
intelligence. The girls could be seen running
all game (as good midfielders do), cleaning up
the loose balls from defence, supporting the
attack wherever possible, and distributing
some fantastic balls that made the job of the
forwards so much easier. Ball Control and
vision was evident. Georgia D (in her first
year) grew in skill each day, Lisa (although
training was not possible) constantly harassed
the opposition and held her own, while Rosie
and Paige both dominated whichever position
they were asked to play – with skill, finesse,
vision and ball distribution that could not be
faulted.
As a result, the forwards of Cherie Stewart,
Maddy Nicol, Deb Stewrat and Gemma
Wilkins were virtually unstoppable. A
combination of Deb’s ball skills, deadly shot
and speed of attack, Cherie’s phenomenal
speed off the mark and ability to beat all
defenders, Maddy’s runs down the left, skill at
cutting around players and hard driven crosses,
and Gemma’s persistence and determination
meant that goals (totalling 91 for the year)
were never in short supply.
Overall it was a successful and entertaining
year that the girls should recall with pride for a
job well done.
W15 B
P
18
Sheridan Lane
Position: 2nd – Runners Up
W
D
L GF GA
12
5
1
33
9
Pts
41
Well who knew all those months ago what
we’d got ourselves in for…
We started the season with the intention of
bettering our football skills and primarily to
enjoy every week. However midway through
the season we had all realised that we were
premiership contenders.
In an instant attitudes changed, confidence
came to the fore and you started to believe not
only in yourselves but in each other. You
believed that you were a champion team, thus
leading to you walking away ultimate victors
in season 2008.
CONGRATULATIONS.
We have both played football for many
years, and this year will be remembered as one
of our top football experiences, it has been an
enjoyable and rewarding season.
Each of you improved aspects of your game
throughout the year and to see the smiles on
your faces each week was the most rewarding
of all. You were successful in every way – the
Grand Final victory simply icing on the cake
(and well deserved).
The Premiership Winning W15B’s
consisted of:
Olivia - A girl who just loves her football,
softy spoken off the field but on the field the
goal keeper that every team needs. Being the
eyes for the ten other players on the park and
directing their moves with experience beyond
her years. Your determination to play the
remaining 4 or 5 matches with a busted back
will never be forgotten and will always be
appreciated.
Morgan - A player whose confidence grew
every week, and with that her teammates were
able to be certain that as a defender no one was
going to get past her without a fight. We
always said never give up and Morgan is a
testament to those words.
Sam - Could’ve played anywhere on the field
but found that defence was her forte. Always
able to force the opposition to the sideline, and
always wearing a sly smile every time she shut
down the opposition.
Amber - Our dependable sweeper, who kept
a level head at all times and who took charge
of the defensive line up. As the season wore
on she was able to give us more attacking
options from free kicks and corners, all the
while keeping as amused with cheeky
comments along the way.
Sarah - Our speedy central defender who
really just wanted to go forward and attack.
Sarah always provided us with options at the
back of the field and had the football smarts to
creep forward when needed, all the while
keeping an eye on opposing forwards.
Iavie - Could play in a multitude of positions,
and at times did. However she always knew
exactly what was required. Her versatility was
a real asset to the team, even offering to do the
goal keeping duties should need be.
Lauren - Another player that could play in
multiple positions and always to the best of her
ability. A big improver throughout the year
who can now add control to her list of football
skills, and who can also tick off her first
yellow card. Lauren continually showed the
desire and hunger for the ball.
Holly - Amazed us all at training one night
with her ability to dribble the ball between the
cones whilst sending texts on her mobile –
without even skipping a beat. Able to take on
opposition in the middle of the park and
release the ball with relative ease, Holly ran
her heart out every week and began to show
leadership in her role as a central midfielder.
Maddie - Another mobile addicted teenager
who as the other half of the central midfield
duo never ever stopped ticking, surging
forward in attack and throwing herself at the
opposition in defence. The outbursts of
frustration kept us all smiling and importantly
Maddie never ever stopped.
Emma - Able to play as both a central and a
wide midfielder, proved herself to be yet
another adaptable talent. Her powerful throw
ins became a real benefit in attack and it was
great to see your confidence grow and become
visible each week. Emma became a vocal
player on the pitch which offered great support
to her team mates as the season progressed.
Marnie - Started the year as a striker but
found herself owning the right midfield by
seasons end. A very relaxed, confident player
who if not challenging the ball would always
put herself in the game by communicating and
encouraging her teammates.
Bernie - Couldn’t have been more relaxed
when taking a long range shot at goal. Ever
confident with the ball at her feet when taking
on and beating the opposition and even more
confident when delivering payouts to a
particular red headed coach. Without doubt we
will all remember the match winning goal in
the Grand Final with just seconds remaining on
the clock.
Greta - Will no doubt remember her debut
year for a long time to come. With a natural
ability Greta showed a great passion to learn
and improve her game at every opportunity.
She never ever stopped and now has the
knowledge and confidence in herself that her
team and coaches had all along.
As already mentioned – one of the highlights
of our soccer careers has been coaching you all
each week. It was an absolute pleasure and so
much fun. Thank you to Julie for all your help
and also to the Mums, Dads, Brothers, Sisters
and Grandparents that supported the team
throughout the year.
We really enjoyed
ourselves. Sheridan & Jaf
Michael Deeth
Merideth Douglas
Position: 2nd – Runners Up
W
D
L GF GA Pts
11
4
3
40 14 37
took a while to hit our stride. Some good
games followed by some not so good ones. We
scored 18 goals & conceded 10.In the second
round we ripped. We scored 22 goals but
conceded only 4 & it was the solidness of the
defence that gave us the confidence to go on.
The second round highlight was the 1-1 against
Miranda. That was followed by a hard fought
win over Menai at the stadium followed by a
tough victory over the Crusaders.7 points from
9 & I said to the girls that we had a good
chance at 2nd spot. We continued on & that's
where we ended up. The semi final victory
over Miranda was our sweetest moment but the
grand final effort, in terms of courage was just
as good. Everyone played well, trained well
,worked hard & learnt plenty & I can only see
this team getting better. I'll go through the
players, In goals, Georgia & Kellie were
terrific with Georgia really showing huge
potential, The defence was outstanding,
Ellyse ,Kim, Kristie, Kelly & Kelly were
reliable solid, fantastic. The mids, the engine
room, Courtney, Laura, Lisa, Alicia, Kiera,
Kellie & Angie were all sensational. Up front,
is there a better ball player than Bec-I doubt it
& Georgia, when she's not in goals causes
havoc in the oppositions defence. Top goal
scorers I think were Bec & Lisa with 10 each,
Alicia with 9 & Kellie with 6. Terrific effort to
score so many in an 'A' comp. May I say it has
been a real pleasure to coach this team, this
group of young ladies. They listened, offered
opinions, ideas & turned up to training each
week & made my job a pleasure & I say "let's
do it again next year !".
My player of the year is Lisa Stewart. She
came into the team with a great reputation &
lived up to it. She is an outstanding soccer
player & I doubt there is a better female player
in the club. She is gold. Coach
W16 B
P
18
W16 A
P
18
A really great year-second on the table &
runners up in the Grand Final & I would like to
congratulate all the girls-to achieve such a
result is an outstanding effort. We started the
year with a great 7-2 result but after that we
W
3
Sean Sweeney
Ross Tillett
Position: 13th
D
L GF GA
0
15
5
74
Pts
9
Warren Smith
Paul Bunch-Bozonie
Minor Premiers / Premiers
W
D
L GF GA Pts
13
2
3
68 28 41
W18 B
P
18
We're the premeirs for the second
year in a row. Great effort ladies; you've had a
wonderful year capped off by a thrilling one nil
win in the Grand final. Helen's first half goal
after a great run from Peta proved to be the
winner as we hung on for the rest of the match.
We won this year by playing some
good football but more importantly coming
together as a team, helping each other out and
giving 100% every time we played.
A quick thumb sketch of the champions:
Georgia Takacs: The best goalie
going around who, like last year, saved her
best game for the grand final. Likes a run out
on the field, but we all breath easier when she's
between the sticks.
Katie Watson: A class act as sweeper
who bravely played a few games when she
should have been resting. Unfortunately too ill
to play in the grand final but her legacy was in
the way she taught the others to cover for her.
Holly Creighton: Her experience at
fullback proved invaluable; always in the right
place at the right time. This year added an
attacking role to her game which started many
of our goals.
Elise McLachlan: Had her best year
ever as she really grew into the fullback
position. A most effective marker, normally
targeting the oppositions best striker. Put her
body on the line and saved us a number of
times in the grand final.
Kirsty Bunch-Bozonie: An absolute
rock at stopper. Not much gets past Kirsty and
if they do; they don't do it again. Incredibly
brave who never takes a backward step.
Libby Jones. Midfield and one of the
real improvers. Libby has always been very fit
and runs all day, but this year added some
lovely skills to her game. Scored a couple of
goals when we really needed them.
Bekky Hogan: Midfield. Great to
have Bekky back this year. Happy to play
anywhere in midfield and by the end of the
year
was
playing
strong
football.
Professionally covered the fullback position
when needed.
Candice McGregor: Off season
purchase and what a good buy. Candice is very
determined and won many balls that really had
no right to win Unselfishly stuck her hand up
for replacement goalie which was well
appreciated by the others.
Peta Smith. Centre-mid. The engine
of the team whose drive and determination was
a great spur for the rest of the team. Often
heavily marked by the oppostion but always
gave more than she got.
Jade Beazley. Another member of our
tireless midfield who never stopped trying.
Often covered up front where her pace always
posed a danger. Importantly for team morale,
always played with a smile.
Belinda Potter. Pots plays left wing
where her speed and strength was one of our
greatest weapons. Manages to get her head to
the ball more than any other player and, when
the going got tough, would often be found
helping out in defence.
Jordie Thomson: Provided the speed
on the right wing where she scored some
cracking goals but also provided some lovely
crosses for many more. Has the best one liners
(especially to refs) and looking for a street
directory.
Helen Fragidakas: Out of retirement
this year. Great to have her back and by the
end of the season was playing like the Helen of
old. Has the sweetest left foot which she used
to score some brilliant dead ball goals.
Belinda Thwaites: Centre forward.
Bel T has the best ball skills which she used to
score a heap of goals (including 5 in one half!)
and set up plenty more. Quiet and unassuming
we realised just how good she was when she
wasn't playing.
Missy Dillon and Alysha Chappelow.
Everywhere. Every side needs a couple of real
ream players who are willing to play anywhere
when required and are good enough to do it
well. Missy's effort as sweeper in the grand
final in Katie's absence was the real clincher.
Alysha often moved from sweeper to centre
forward and everywhere in between without
missing a beat. Couldn't do without the pair of
them.
Thanks to John and Chappo for
helping out with coaching, to Michelle and
Paul for the managerial duties, to Mick
Thwaites for the medical support and to all
parents, boyfriends and girlfriends who came
and supported each week. We all had a lot of
fun.
Ron Tilsed
Vince Wise
Position: 4th – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
18
7
3
8
42 33 24
W18 C
Judy Sawyer
Karol Blackley
Minor Premiers / Runners Up
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
18 18
0
0 106 8
54
W30 A1
The 2008 SWA301 were a team on a new
mission after surprising all and holding the
2007 Minor Premiers to a 1 – 1 all draw in the
Grand Final. We were determined to better that
performance and prove to all in the Women’s
30 Competition that there was a competition
and the competition heavy weights GP could
be beaten. After injecting a few more of the
‘old Berries’ into the squad we looked even
stronger and proved it finishing on top of the
premiership at the end of the season, defeating
GP in both club rounds to gain the minor
premiership. GP got their revenge in the final
series however, coming out to play at a hectic
pace defeating us 1 nil in a torrid tussle in the
semi and again 3 -2 in the Grand Final. No
fairy tales for the Como girls, but considering
we aimed to play for fun, tried to give all a
good run and did not have one training session,
whilst trying to win as much as we could then
the final result does not really matter. Grays
Point were simply too committed on the day,
which is grand final footy.
The 2008 Squad saw awesome performances
from the players which are best summed up in
personal reflection:The ‘Bear’ or ‘Co” earned her stripes mainly
as the ‘Eskimo Queen’ and ‘Dorothy Michaels’
match report writer. Being the “Coach” Co had
a balanced season, a ‘Ying Yang’ of moments
of brilliance to moments of Gumby’s to keep
the side line entertained, whilst she focused on
the team line up and performance. Her
motivational ‘cliché’s’ often the secret to our
success! When she wasn’t scoring the odd goal
herself of course.
‘Spare Bear’ or “Mo” was a consistent
enforcer scoring high as the ‘Utility Asset’ of
the game often. Being the team “Manager” and
The cog of the ‘engine room’ helping to direct
play forward or direct midfielders back to
defend. There is some conjecture however that
often it was “Co” who did something well &
“Mo” got the credit, or visa versa, but whoever
it was it was determined and effective and led
us to many fine victories.
Maxine Brewer was ‘Not the only one’ to be
newly inducted to the team in 2008. After she
‘talent spotted’ our side at the one night we
actually went to training in 2007, Maxine
proved a formidable force & versatile in the
many positions she covered. She was fast up
the wings and could cross the ball setting up
many plays, scored a few, along with a few
Gumby moments mixed in to make her a
valued member of the squad.
Debbie Crowther. There is an old saying
“It’s the quiet one’s you have to watch” and
‘Debstar’ didn’t say a lot but she was a
determined force on the pitch, often in a never
say die moment. She would tackle anything in
front of her, sometimes even the corner post,
but ‘Debstar ‘found skills this season that even
she did not know she had and has to be one of
our most improved of the season.
Meegan Cuell or “Harry” was another
newcomer commencing her 2nd season of
soccer ever! Harry was a natural. Chasing
everything, tackling everyone,’ Harry’ never
gave in and hustle and bustled her way through
every game creating goals and scoring them
alike. Scoring against Grays Point is something
people can never achieve in 20 years, and
Harry set the record books to get a goal in the
round 2 match. Harry proved she can listen and
learn when she scored her best goal, with an
almost over head scissor kick first time volley
against Georges River. Quite simply it was a
pearler and so is she and easily a contender for
player of the year!!
Bronwyn Gray, Being the ‘big bird’ of the
back line, Bronwyn picked up where she left
off on last years Grand Final winning the
Dame of the Game. Winning the ‘utility asset’
many times this year Bronwyn is sure to hand
over the mantle of ‘Gumby’ of the year 2007.
Her big match performances a big part of why
she is so vital to our team.
Vanessa Gray or ‘Ness” was always quick
with a joke or to light up a smoke… but
wait…. That was last year and in 2008 it was
Ness who was on fire!! After giving up the
bungers Ness could last longer than 5 minutes
and was often brilliant dominating the right
midfield and wing, blotting opposition players
out of game contention.
Rowena Harris or “the Cucumber” was the
rock of Gibraltar at the back as always. The
backs rarely got the ball in some games but
when it came Rowie was the VKG. Her
communication timely, informative, and
sometimes edging a little sarcasm in good
humor. Rowie was always there to be as “Cool
as a cucumber’ dissolving attacking raids and
setting up a counter attack.
Nicole Hollands the ‘Chrystal’ of the team
was determined to get through a season
without breaking something. The only thing
that could stop her was that vial flu that kept
her out of the semi final. Despite some “ours”
and some “there’s’ goals Nic played strongly
in the back line and showed the forwards she
still had it as striker when playing up front.
Nicole was reliably consistent especially in the
‘big games’ and an important ‘utility asset‘ to
our team.
Veronica Jordan or “Ronnie” retired from the
A team to aid our mission. Despite being
wounded in many games before kick off due to
her rugby career, Ronnie rarely disappointed
on the pitch. Sometimes she even mixed up the
football codes… ask Spencer from GP. Ronnie
could kick goals from the sideline, her crosses
and corners giving us many opportunities to
score, or air swing, depending on the day.
Kath Jones unleashed many new talents in
2008 and improved on last years’ effort
opening up the scoring in the round 2 clash
with Competition favorites GP. Kath played
goals for a few matches also and put those
football goal kicking skills on display with her
goal kicks when she was not showing off the
catching skills.
Donna Lewis or ‘The Don’ was our
Sherman tank in the backline intimidating the
opposition many a game. The Don showed off
her many years of experience on the field with
precision passes, tackling and chasing whilst
all the while never giving on her chase.
Kathy McIntyre the original “Big Bird” was
back to her best form in goals and out. This
season saw her on the pitch more than in her
cage and she showed her true forward potential
scoring her first ever hat trick with oh so
almost another late in the season. Kath in the
Goals was a force field and an intimidating last
soldier to any opposition attacking forward.
Julie “Guffy” McGuffie earned a new
nickname with her “Tiger” like performances.
Leading the goal scoring on 28 goals despite
missing a few games, Guffy proved her years
of experience enabled her to put away the
numerous ‘imperfect’ passes we gave her to
make us all look good. Her best goal of the
year a screaming first time volley from the 18
off a Ronnie cross where she struck it so
cleanly it near broke the net and the keeper it
almost collected on the way in.
Julie Norris or ‘Noddy’ was ‘absolutely
fabulous’ in the mid field setting up many
goals with her determination and skill in the
mid field and running relentlessly up the right
wing. Showing more dance moves than ‘ginger
rogers’, Noddy bedazzled her way through the
middle of the pitch and sent the ball sailing
goal ward to set up many goals scoring a few
along the way.
Cassie “Tweety” Shearer came back from
injury and was soon scoring goals to easily be
our 2nd highest goal scorer on 25. Cassie’s
goals were generally spectacular as when she
is on her game and hits it… it stays hit and
many a keeper found it hard to stop her ‘bend
it like beckam’ efforts. Cassie’s corners also
made the rest of us look good as they landed
right where they should and we managed to get
something on them to get them in.
W30 A2
P
18
Carol Turner
Position: 4th - Finalists
W
D
L GF GA
9
3
6
35 34
Pts
30
As the time of writing, the competition is yet
to be decided. What has been decided, is that
the lovely ladies from W30A2 have won the
BRONZE medal, the second year running. If
nothing else, we are consistent.
A great year has been marked by lows - a
number of injuries to players, some season
ending and highs - with some players making a
comeback. There were many games when we
were struggling to get a full team, but with true
courage, the team played on.
The only statistic to report is that until late in
the season, we had only lost to the 2 teams
playing in the 2008 grand final. A fabulous
effort. Unfortunately, this statistic was spoilt
when we lost to Gymea2, a team at the bottom
of the table. We turned up to play, but forgot
to switch the on button, then we lost the last
game to Gymea1.
Then…… after finishing in 4th place, we
played the semi final against 3rd placed
Gymea1. We played like Champions, coming
back from 1-3 down, to level at 3-3 by full
time. In extra time, we put on a magical
display resulting in us winning 4-3. Fantastic
effort on the field, as well as the post match
celebrations!
Thanks everyone for being such a great
bunch of girls. See you in ’09!
The Team
Alissa: A very welcome addition to the team,
after being away for a few years. Alissa
picked up from where she left off, spectacular
saves – a great goal keeper.
Carol: A dazzling forward, who always has
the opposition on their toes. A niggly calf
injury hampered Carol’s finals preparation, but
she courageously played on and played her
heart out.
Clare: The party girl of the team. Clare had
a fantastic year, dependable in all areas of the
game, but unable to break into the forwards
this season. We needed Clare in defence, but
don’t be surprised if she makes a move for a
forward position next year. Forwards, be
warned….
Danielle: The season didn’t start well for
Danielle, with a serious knee injury in the
opening game against Grays Point. True to
form, Danielle recovered, returning to play
fantastically as always. A complete and
dependable player.
Deb: A great comeback following the birth
of Luke at the end of last season. Always
dangerous in attack, ever reliable in any
position played and great ball skills which
resulted in Deb scoring some fantastic goals.
Donna: A few injuries throughout the season
didn’t stop our Donna. Donna played hard and
always put her body on the line. Although not
available for selection in the final, we can’t
wait for the new Donna next season.
Gail: Lightning fast goal scorer, who beat
backlines time and time again. A great goal
scoring year for Gail, who was the only player
to get a hat trick.
Janelle: Very reliable midfielder, Janelle
played where ever asked. Despite picking up a
couple of injuries, Janelle recovered and was
rewarded with some great goals.
Janine: A big return to the game, after being
away for a number of years. Janine’s still got
it, an adaptable player who scored a
spectacular goal, much to everyone’s delight.
Jenny: You wouldn’t know its Jen’s 2nd year
playing soccer and 1st on the field. A fantastic
transition from goal keeper to a versatile
player, in attack or defence.
Jill: Jill started the season knowing that she
wouldn’t see it to the end. Jill and family are
overseas for a year. We hope she returns and
picks up where she left off, scoring loads of
fabulous goals.
Kathy: Super fit and great defender who
runs all day. Kathy often played without
substitution, taking on anyone and she just kept
on running. She earns the title of the fittest in
the team.
Kelly: A great year, topped off by some great
goals. Kelly runs all day and is a competitor
for the title of lightning runner of the team.
Kristen: Reliable and fearless defender
whose season ended early with a knee injury
that needed surgery. Kristen was sorely
missed. We hope ’09 is a better season.
Libby: What can you say! Not
much….except the team matriarch keeps on
turning up every year, chasing that elusive
premiership!
Nessie: The stronghold of the midfield,
reliable under pressure. Shame about the
Pinkerton shots on goal, one of them has to go
in soon!
Rachel: The Marquee signing in 2008,
making a spectacular return to the game just
weeks after the birth of Edward. Too bad the
season wasn’t longer for Rachel, she was just
warming up. We hope to see her back in ’09!
Coach: Mick Perkins
Manager: Libby Pinkerton
..and the POSER goes to ....
Ian Watson
Trent Lumb
Position: 7th
D
L GF GA
3
9
35 47
Pts
21
Gary Cole
Brian Brown
nd
Position: 2 – Premiers
W
D
L GF GA
14
3
1
68 18
Pts
45
WSA
P
18
W
6
WSB
P
18
Mark Smith
Chris Ford
Position: 3rd – Semi Finalists
P
W
D
L GF GA Pts
18 13
2
3
42 20 41
WSD
WSF
P
18
W
4
Karen Hardie
Jennifer Morris
Position: 9th
D
L GF GA
4
10 15 35
Pts
16
Danielle Laing
Joanne Chappelow
Minor Premiers / Premiers
W
D
L GF GA Pts
16
2
0
82 20 50
WSG
P
18
15 C1
P
14
Netball
W
D
L
7
0
7
th
Position – 5
Pts
21
15 C2
P
14
Netball
W
D
L
4
0
10
Position - 6th
Pts
12
B4
P
14
Netball
W
D
L
2
0
12
Position - 7th
Pts
6
C5
Netball
P
W
D
L
14
1
0
13
Position – 8th
Pts
3
D1
Netball
P
W
D
L
14 12
0
2
Position – 1st
Pts
36
LOOKING FORWARD
TO SEEING YOU ALL AGAIN
NEXT YEAR
OVER THE YEARS
2002 to 2008:
2002
st
nd
rd
1
2
3
Sat
1
4
3
Sun
1
1
6
Total
2
5
9
Total Semi Final Teams
2003
1st
2nd
3rd
Sat
4
1
1
Sun
2
2
1
Total
6
3
2
Total Semi Final Teams
2004
1st
2nd
3rd
Sat
1
3
3
Sun
2
3
3
Total
3
6
6
Total Semi Final Teams
2005
1st
2nd
3rd
Sat
2
2
4
Sun
1
2
5
Total
3
4
9
Total Semi Final Teams
2006
1st
2nd
3rd
Sat
3
6
Sun
4
3
1
Total
7
3
7
Total Semi Final Teams
2007
1st
2nd
3rd
Sat
2
2
Sun
3
2
2
Total
5
4
2
Total Semi Final Teams
2008
1st
2nd
3rd
Sat
2
3
2
Sun
4
6
4
Total
6
9
6
Total Semi Final Teams
th
4
th
5
3
1
4
th
6
3
1
4
th
7
3
2
5
th
8
5
3
8
9
th
th
Total
10
2
2
22
17
39
16
th
th
4
3
8
11
22
5
2
th
th
th
7
3
8
2
2
6
1
5
6
3
2
4th
1
2
3
18
5th
2
3
5
6th
4
1
5
7th
3
3
6
th
th
th
th
4
2
1
3
19
5
3
6
9
6
1
4th
3
6
9
26
5th
3
th
th
3
4
5
3
8
19
5
4th
4
3
7
28
5th
3
3
1
1
th
th
9
3
1
4
10
2
2
4
8th
3
2
5
9th
10th
1
2
3
th
th
th
8
3
2
5
9
1
7
2
1
3
3
3
10
1
2
3
6th
1
2
3
7th
1
1
2
8th
3
3
6
9th
2
3
5
10th
1
13
2
th
th
th
th
th
6
3
2
5
7
4
3
7
8
1
3
4
9
2
3
5
10
2
3
5
6th
4
1
5
7th
1
2
3
8th
2
1
3
9th
10th
2
2
4
1
1
Total
22
21
43
Total
21
21
42
Total
20
23
43
Total
23
24
47
Total
21
27
48
Total
20
25
45