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Albury Hotspurs v Wangaratta–Sunday, July 21
2002
Seniors v Wangaratta,
won 5-1
Less errors at the back
provided the platform for an outstanding victory as our form improves. Scores
were locked at nil all at half time, although we had a few good chances to
score it wasn’t to be. Some guidance was offered to forwards Ben and Mick at
half time from coach Kel and captain Darrel and it work wonders as our forward
three of Darrel, Ben and Mick terrified the Wang defence which lead the way for
a superb hat-trick by Darrel and a 30-yard cracking goal from Ryan and an
excellent header from Scotty. The only
downer was allowing Wang to score a late goal. All players preformed well. The
team would like to wish Darrel well for next week’s game as he players his 300th
first grade game for the club, let’s make it one to remember and take all
points.
Under 14s v Wangaratta, drew
0-0
Well what a great result! The team showed how well it can play
when we all put in a 100%. What a different result from the last time we
played them when they beat us 6 nil - they really had a tough match on their
hands. The team showed why they are in second spot on the ladder behind
Wang and this game could have been the final. Some great attempts at
goals that normally would have gone in were saved by excellent saves from the
Wang. goalkeeper who showed why he is the SAW rep. goalkeeper. Pete asked
for 100% and the boys gave it to him. Another big game this week and we
need to play even better!!
Junior Ladies v Wangaratta, lost
The team were missing a few girls once again so our team played with
only 8 girls. The girls are improving each week and it is good to see
that they haven't lost their enjoyment of the game. Next week's game against
Twin City will be tough so hopefully we can have a full team.
Thirds v Wangaratta, lost 0-1
Disappointing result but we played OK. We had trouble getting the ball
in the net. The defence was good with Rhys saving a penalty and Trevor doing a
great job. Johnny made some great runs down the left and Phil and
Finny's workrates were outstanding. Thanks to Josh and Pat for helping
out.
Under 13s v Wangaratta, lost 3-4
Almost there! A great improvement in defence after last week with Matt Townsend,
Sam, Zak and Michael holding the mighty Wangaratta 13s to 1-0 at half time, but
we had not mounted a serious attack. After a few well chosen words at half time
from coach Tuksar, we went out ready to do damage - oops! Wang scored two quick
goals. After that we kicked into gear across the park with the midfield and
forwards working hard and pressuring the opposition goal. This resulted in a
clever goal from Andrew that was lobbed behind their keeper and two team goals
finished well by Andrew and Josh. James Heath, James Gordon, Luke and Josh had
a strong second half with good saves in goals from Todd and later, Alex. The
whole team should be pleased with their second half performance and were
unlucky not to score an equaliser in the dying seconds of the game (the full
time whistle went as we were taking a free kick in front of goal). This week’s
award went to James Gordon who worked hard in attack.
Under 12s v Wangaratta, drew 1-1
Well done girls & boys for
a good effort in holding Wang back to make it a draw, awards went to
Zac our sweeper and our goal keeper Tom. Our goal was by David, there were
a lot of tries but they didn’t get passed Wang’s goal keeper.
Under 12s v Diamonds, lost 1-3 (previous week)
Well we put the first score on
the board, then it was nap time. Aras scored the only goal for us, there were
plenty of tries but nothing went in. The awards went to Brad and Jarrod, thank
you Kia for helping out while Zac is still on holidays and Shannon is sick also
Stuart is still out. The ladder shows we’re sixth - that's good kids.
Under 10s v Wangaratta, lost 1-2
We had no reserve players for
this game but everybody was fit and ready for the match. It was a good start
until they scored the first goal. Even that didn’t slow down our play, we
continued to attack and Robert Gentle took the ball away from the attacking
team a few times when they got a bit close. The first half was very evenly
matched. We went on the attack ourselves in the second half and after a classic
build up with some good passing by Skye Weston, Aleki Ward had a running shot
at their goal that just passed outside the post. Wangaratta did mount a few
attacks which were stopped by Gina Furze. After a few mammoth runs with help
from a good build up by Jake Gardiner, James Eggleston scored our first goal.
Wangaratta managed to squeeze one more in just as the final whistle blew.
Under 9s v Wodonga Panthers, won
2-0
A very lacklustre performance against a depleted Panthers who made us
look ordinary! Too many players not playing in their correct positions and
getting in each others way cost us many goal scoring
opportunities. Tyla opened the scoring with a magnificent drive from well
outside the area after some good defensive work from Ben, Rebecca, Jocelyn and
James. Our goalies, Dylan and Sam Cronin had very little to do.
Our midfield was mostly non existent as they wandered forward and often
ended up offside (8 times in the first half!). At one stage we had seven
strikers! Daniel was very unlucky once again, hitting the bar with a powerful
header from a well taken corner by Tyla. Thomas added a final goal to make the
scoreline a little more respectable with a well taken shot from the edge of the
area. We will have to get back to the basics this week if we are to remain
in the title race. Star player award: Domenic for a great workrate. Next week: v
SS&A (Red) @ Melrose Pk. K.O.12:20. Halftime oranges: Schultz. Star player
awards: Clements
DRAW FOR SUNDAY 4th August, All teams play Twin
City at Kelly Park-Wodonga
Pasta Night last Sunday was terrific with everyone having plenty to eat.
Thanks to Phil Stuckey from Kooka Bros for supplying the desserts.
Hotspurs Raffle
Don't forget to sell your tickets and return the book and money to your
manager or the canteen. The prizes are great and those who sell the most
tickets will win a soccer shirts and soccer balls.
Lost
at Under 9s match 27th July at Diamond Park, one
Hotspurs jacket (name Gillespie inside) also one soccer ball with blue markings
on it - if found please phone Tyla Windham 6041 1588.
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