DUFF ROSE BOWL CUP - 1st Round
FDMC CENTRAL FINANCE (11) v WOODLEIGH DIVISION ONE (0)
A superb performance to exercise the demons of last weeks defeat aginst NPBHS and a stunning four goal brace for Morgan HALL.
In a game where the gulf in class was evident from the kick off, it quickly became a game in which the quality of our own performance would be influenced entirely by how the players applied themselves. The early signs did not look good as in form striker Morgan HALL squandered three clear cut chances to score in the first five minutes as a series of simple passing sequences opened up a helpless Woodleigh defence.
However, it was not long before the floodgates opened and FDMC Central Finance found themselves five up at half time. Goals from Morgan HALL, Jaden HAREB, Stephen KIBBY, Tomas MOSQUERA and a penalty from Sam SUTTON rounded off a fine team performance.
Three substitutions at half time saw the introduction of Thomas SMITH, Shane GARNER and Lance MOLYNEAUX and in a seemless change to the first half, FDMC CENTRAL FINANCE quickly stamped their authority on the game. Changing to an attacking 3-4-3 the home team just had too much quality passing and movement for the desperate Woodleigh team and an avalanche of goals followed. Morgan HALL added a sublime hat trick to his first half goal, taking his personal tally to four and other goals came courtesy of Shane GARNER, Stephen KIBBY and a late penalty that was tucked away by the very cold and under used goalkeeper, Stefan WALSH - reward for his cold climate endurance!!
The referee blew his whistle with 10 minutes left on the clock, calling a day on an emphatic performance and a superb first round win in the Duff Rose Bowl Cup. There seemed little point in continuing a game that was in reality finished by half time and rubbing salt into the wounds of our plucky visitors was indeed a pointless exercise.
FDMC CENTRAL FINANCE have set themselves a target of reaching this years final and look forward to resuming their campaign when they play their Quarter Final game at the conclusion of the league program in eight weeks time.
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
1st X1 Match Report
NPBHS (4) v FDMC (3)
EVERY CLOUD HAS A SILVER LINING!!
On a bitterly disapointing afternoon, which saw FDMC throw away a commanding 3-1 second half lead, it was later confirmed that they will make the National tournament after all courtesy of a wildcard for the Central Region. In the heat of the moment, it will be no crumb of comfort for many of the players as they look back on a game that they should have won.
In an evenly contested opening to the game, both sides took the initiative early and both defences were tested. FDMC threatened the most with Tomas MOSQUERA and Andrew CROWE spearheading the attack and creating a number of half chances. NPBHS replied at the other end looking dangerous from set pieces and corner kicks - showing signs that they would continue to be a threat in this area. It was just before half time when Andrew CROWE pounced on a corner kick that was not properly cleared and stabbed home the first goal of a frantic game. Tyson BRANDT grabbed an equaliser moments later when he found himself unmarked in the six yard box from a routine free kick that FDMc failed to deal with.
1-1 at half time and playing into a stiff breeze, FDMC went looking for another goal and Andrew CROWE popped up again to score his second from close range. In a period of dominance, Tomas MOSQUERA added a third mid way through the second half and at that moment NPBHS looked dead and buried. FDMC contained their opponents well for the next ten minutes and looked comfortably in control of the game as they passed the ball well and stretched the game at every opportunity.
On a rare forage forward NPBHS earned a corner kick which they duly scored from and the goal seemed to lift their dampened spirits. Sensing a comeback it was the home teams turn to pile on the pressure and in a five minute spell they had a series of corners that FDMC struggled to deal with. Tyson BRANDT popped up to head home his second of the game and hand a lifeline to a fortunate Boys High team.
With 5 minutes to go, a mistake or a poor decision was going to change the game in an instant and it was unfortunately both that cost FDMC the game. A hopeful through ball from midfield stretched the FDMC defence and as the NPBHS forward raced after the ball, the outstanding Thomas DRAVITZKI made a valient attempt to win the ball on the edge of the penalty box, but found himself a fraction late as he made contact with the player. A foul certainly, but the referee saw fit to red card DRAVITZKI and award NPBHS with a penalty from his position on the half way line.
Amazingly the game seemed to stand still for an eternity as he trundled his way towards the penalty box, paused to inspect any number of slide marks in the mud and pointed to the spot. Tyson BRANDT used all of his experience to step up and tuck away the spot kick giving NPBHS the most remarkable of come backs and a last gasp win.
At the final whistle, the feeling of disappointment was evident as the home team whooped with joy, realising how lucky they had been to come back from the dead and so the magnificent season long run without a loss comes to a bitter end.
A magnificent achievement in itself and i suppose an inevtiable consequence of our own success - the pressure of maintaining that run. It is not the defeat that now matters but the manner in which the players respond and with such a great group of individuals, i am certain that they will return to winning ways in style in their next game on Saturday.
EVERY CLOUD HAS A SILVER LINING!!
On a bitterly disapointing afternoon, which saw FDMC throw away a commanding 3-1 second half lead, it was later confirmed that they will make the National tournament after all courtesy of a wildcard for the Central Region. In the heat of the moment, it will be no crumb of comfort for many of the players as they look back on a game that they should have won.
In an evenly contested opening to the game, both sides took the initiative early and both defences were tested. FDMC threatened the most with Tomas MOSQUERA and Andrew CROWE spearheading the attack and creating a number of half chances. NPBHS replied at the other end looking dangerous from set pieces and corner kicks - showing signs that they would continue to be a threat in this area. It was just before half time when Andrew CROWE pounced on a corner kick that was not properly cleared and stabbed home the first goal of a frantic game. Tyson BRANDT grabbed an equaliser moments later when he found himself unmarked in the six yard box from a routine free kick that FDMc failed to deal with.
1-1 at half time and playing into a stiff breeze, FDMC went looking for another goal and Andrew CROWE popped up again to score his second from close range. In a period of dominance, Tomas MOSQUERA added a third mid way through the second half and at that moment NPBHS looked dead and buried. FDMC contained their opponents well for the next ten minutes and looked comfortably in control of the game as they passed the ball well and stretched the game at every opportunity.
On a rare forage forward NPBHS earned a corner kick which they duly scored from and the goal seemed to lift their dampened spirits. Sensing a comeback it was the home teams turn to pile on the pressure and in a five minute spell they had a series of corners that FDMC struggled to deal with. Tyson BRANDT popped up to head home his second of the game and hand a lifeline to a fortunate Boys High team.
With 5 minutes to go, a mistake or a poor decision was going to change the game in an instant and it was unfortunately both that cost FDMC the game. A hopeful through ball from midfield stretched the FDMC defence and as the NPBHS forward raced after the ball, the outstanding Thomas DRAVITZKI made a valient attempt to win the ball on the edge of the penalty box, but found himself a fraction late as he made contact with the player. A foul certainly, but the referee saw fit to red card DRAVITZKI and award NPBHS with a penalty from his position on the half way line.
Amazingly the game seemed to stand still for an eternity as he trundled his way towards the penalty box, paused to inspect any number of slide marks in the mud and pointed to the spot. Tyson BRANDT used all of his experience to step up and tuck away the spot kick giving NPBHS the most remarkable of come backs and a last gasp win.
At the final whistle, the feeling of disappointment was evident as the home team whooped with joy, realising how lucky they had been to come back from the dead and so the magnificent season long run without a loss comes to a bitter end.
A magnificent achievement in itself and i suppose an inevtiable consequence of our own success - the pressure of maintaining that run. It is not the defeat that now matters but the manner in which the players respond and with such a great group of individuals, i am certain that they will return to winning ways in style in their next game on Saturday.
Friday, June 20, 2008
Junior / Youth Match Report
FDMC CELTICS strolled to yet another victory by 9 goals to nil against the bottom of the table team - Highland Giggs.
Goals for Cavann Wild 1 / Arron Ransfield 3 / Jack Conway 2 / Andrew Huesser 1 / Damiem Mosquera 1 and Thomas Donlon 1.
The Celtics season to date includes an impressive 6 wins and a draw leaving them top of the 13.1 Division and emulating their senior counterparts by being the only team to remain unbeaten in their division.
The team has come along way in a short time with a high level of commitment from all of the players, who have committed to training twice a week which has contributed to this well earned success.
A big thanks to all those involved in supporting the players development this season.
Goals for Cavann Wild 1 / Arron Ransfield 3 / Jack Conway 2 / Andrew Huesser 1 / Damiem Mosquera 1 and Thomas Donlon 1.
The Celtics season to date includes an impressive 6 wins and a draw leaving them top of the 13.1 Division and emulating their senior counterparts by being the only team to remain unbeaten in their division.
The team has come along way in a short time with a high level of commitment from all of the players, who have committed to training twice a week which has contributed to this well earned success.
A big thanks to all those involved in supporting the players development this season.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
CLUB NEWS
A DRAW OR A WIN AND FDMC WILL MAKE HISTORY!!
A 2-0 win for PNBHS against their old rivals NPBHS has left the Regional Round Robin National Qualification tournament nicely poised as all of the teams head into their final round of matches.
FDMC are in a strong position to qualify after gaining a win and a draw, which leaves them joint top with PNBHS - not even goal difference can separate the two teams. Local rivals NPBHS are sat in third position on three points and Wanganui High School have yet to get off the mark.
With PNBHS expected to win at home to Wanganui High School, a draw or a win for FDMC in their final game against NPBHS will ensure automatic qualification to the National Tournament for the first time ever.
With a wild card likely it would seem that three teams may get the opportunity to go to Napier in September but FDMC will be looking to make absolutely sure when they travel across town to play their nearest rivals next week.
The game kicks off at 2.30 pm on Wednesday 25th June 2008 at Webster Field. All FDMC supporters are welcome.
A 2-0 win for PNBHS against their old rivals NPBHS has left the Regional Round Robin National Qualification tournament nicely poised as all of the teams head into their final round of matches.
FDMC are in a strong position to qualify after gaining a win and a draw, which leaves them joint top with PNBHS - not even goal difference can separate the two teams. Local rivals NPBHS are sat in third position on three points and Wanganui High School have yet to get off the mark.
With PNBHS expected to win at home to Wanganui High School, a draw or a win for FDMC in their final game against NPBHS will ensure automatic qualification to the National Tournament for the first time ever.
With a wild card likely it would seem that three teams may get the opportunity to go to Napier in September but FDMC will be looking to make absolutely sure when they travel across town to play their nearest rivals next week.
The game kicks off at 2.30 pm on Wednesday 25th June 2008 at Webster Field. All FDMC supporters are welcome.
1st X1 Match Report
FDMC (5) vs St Bernards (2)
FDMC enjoyed another fine win, scoring five goals in the process and enabling everyone in the squad to play at least one half.
In a game that FDMC dominated from start to finish, the performance became important as a benchmark before next weeks clash against NPBHS. The home team started well and eased into the lead with a typical Tomas MOSQUERA thunderbolt shot from just outside the edge of the penalty box, which gave the keeper no chance.
Morgan HALL added a second shortly afterwards with a clinical shot from close range and he added a third just before half time. St Bernards replied with a goal of their own as an unmarked forward poked home a shot from close range after the home team failed to clear a free kick.
In a largely un-entertaining second half of football, FDMC made a number of changes in personal and positions as they sought to rest players and experiment with combinations before next week. The team failed to fine any real rhythm but MOSQUERA added a fourth goal and his second of the game just in time, as St Bernard's replied themselves with an excellent goal from a fine shot just outside the box.
The game fizzled away into nothing until Aarron HUESSER gave something for everyone to smile about with moments left on the clock - an intelligent and improvised finish saw him score a with a cheeky lobbed header over a despairing keeper. 5-2 the final score and another win - although the players almost certainly have next weeks game firmly on their minds.
FDMC enjoyed another fine win, scoring five goals in the process and enabling everyone in the squad to play at least one half.
In a game that FDMC dominated from start to finish, the performance became important as a benchmark before next weeks clash against NPBHS. The home team started well and eased into the lead with a typical Tomas MOSQUERA thunderbolt shot from just outside the edge of the penalty box, which gave the keeper no chance.
Morgan HALL added a second shortly afterwards with a clinical shot from close range and he added a third just before half time. St Bernards replied with a goal of their own as an unmarked forward poked home a shot from close range after the home team failed to clear a free kick.
In a largely un-entertaining second half of football, FDMC made a number of changes in personal and positions as they sought to rest players and experiment with combinations before next week. The team failed to fine any real rhythm but MOSQUERA added a fourth goal and his second of the game just in time, as St Bernard's replied themselves with an excellent goal from a fine shot just outside the box.
The game fizzled away into nothing until Aarron HUESSER gave something for everyone to smile about with moments left on the clock - an intelligent and improvised finish saw him score a with a cheeky lobbed header over a despairing keeper. 5-2 the final score and another win - although the players almost certainly have next weeks game firmly on their minds.
Saturday, June 14, 2008
1st X1 Match Report
ELTHAM (0) V FDMC CENTRAL FINANCE (3)
DING DING ROUND ONE!!
On another pleasant afternoon in South Taranaki, FDMC Central Finance strolled to another three points in a very comfortable 3-0 win against Eltham.
After a hard sequence of games and facing an opposition who were looking to gain a point to ensure their survival in the Top 8, FDMC Central Finance thought they would be in for a hard fought contest but the home team offered little to convince the neutral that it would be a fire cracker of a game.
Eltham huffed and puffed for the first 10 minutes but lacked any real quality to trouble a controlled FDMC team that gently eased their way into the game. Playing good football in patches and exploiting spaces behind both full backs, FDMC slowly took a hold on the game that they never looked like losing. In form striker Tomas MOSQUERA nodded the away team in front with an excellent headed goal from a superb cross by Aarron HUESSER and they should have extended their lead when Morgan HALL blasted a volley over the cross bar from close range shortly afterwards. Further chances to add to the lead fell to Shane GARNER, Stephen KIBBY and Aarron HUESSER but all failed to convert from close range.
Mindful that only 1-0 up at half time the home team still had a "fighers chance" of snatching an equaliser, FDMC imposed themselves on the game early on and snuffed out any sort of renaissance that Eltham had in mind. Frustration crept in as the team struggled to find the second goal that they deserved and it was surely only going to be a matter of time before they got it.
Morgan HALL played exceptionally well up front linking well with Tomas MOSQUERA and bringing others into the game. Indeed he came in for some very rough treatment from a robust if not a little crude Eltham defence and he was unlucky not to grab a goal when a snap shot in the penalty box was cleared off the line. Moments later, it was MOSQUERA who grabbed his second goal, latching on to a scrambled clearance after a blatent foul on Morgan HALL that would have ultimately led to a penalty if MOSQUERA had not converted the rebound.
The cushion of the second goal allowed FDMC to play with more freedom and attacking flair and with Andrew CROWE causing problems down the left flank a third goal was likely and it was man of the match Morgan HALL who stole a march between two Eltham players to lob the ball past the oncoming goalkeeper and seal a three goal victory.
An important and comfortable win whcih signals the end of Round 1 - a superb first half of the season and comfortably in second place, three points behing Waitara. FDMC will now enjoy a well earned rest next Saturday as the remaining catch up games are played out and look forward to their first round game in the Duff Rose Bowl the week after that.
DING DING ROUND ONE!!
On another pleasant afternoon in South Taranaki, FDMC Central Finance strolled to another three points in a very comfortable 3-0 win against Eltham.
After a hard sequence of games and facing an opposition who were looking to gain a point to ensure their survival in the Top 8, FDMC Central Finance thought they would be in for a hard fought contest but the home team offered little to convince the neutral that it would be a fire cracker of a game.
Eltham huffed and puffed for the first 10 minutes but lacked any real quality to trouble a controlled FDMC team that gently eased their way into the game. Playing good football in patches and exploiting spaces behind both full backs, FDMC slowly took a hold on the game that they never looked like losing. In form striker Tomas MOSQUERA nodded the away team in front with an excellent headed goal from a superb cross by Aarron HUESSER and they should have extended their lead when Morgan HALL blasted a volley over the cross bar from close range shortly afterwards. Further chances to add to the lead fell to Shane GARNER, Stephen KIBBY and Aarron HUESSER but all failed to convert from close range.
Mindful that only 1-0 up at half time the home team still had a "fighers chance" of snatching an equaliser, FDMC imposed themselves on the game early on and snuffed out any sort of renaissance that Eltham had in mind. Frustration crept in as the team struggled to find the second goal that they deserved and it was surely only going to be a matter of time before they got it.
Morgan HALL played exceptionally well up front linking well with Tomas MOSQUERA and bringing others into the game. Indeed he came in for some very rough treatment from a robust if not a little crude Eltham defence and he was unlucky not to grab a goal when a snap shot in the penalty box was cleared off the line. Moments later, it was MOSQUERA who grabbed his second goal, latching on to a scrambled clearance after a blatent foul on Morgan HALL that would have ultimately led to a penalty if MOSQUERA had not converted the rebound.
The cushion of the second goal allowed FDMC to play with more freedom and attacking flair and with Andrew CROWE causing problems down the left flank a third goal was likely and it was man of the match Morgan HALL who stole a march between two Eltham players to lob the ball past the oncoming goalkeeper and seal a three goal victory.
An important and comfortable win whcih signals the end of Round 1 - a superb first half of the season and comfortably in second place, three points behing Waitara. FDMC will now enjoy a well earned rest next Saturday as the remaining catch up games are played out and look forward to their first round game in the Duff Rose Bowl the week after that.
Junior / Youth Match Images
Enjoy these images of FDMC CELTIC's emphatic 15 - 0 victory against Inglewood Timber Processors last weekend. Goals were shared around but the star of the show was young striker Aaron Ransfield who netted six of the best on his own - well done to all of team on a successfull season so far.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
CLUB NEWS
FDMC Junior and Youth Football is enjoying a purple patch across the board following on from a very successful 1st X1 campaign in the Taranaki Men's Grade Premier DIvision.
A great start to the 2008 season has seen success from the top down as the Youth boys in the FDMC Development team, the 15th Grade FDMC Hotspurs and the 13th Grade FDMC Celtic team all find themselves at the top of their respective Taranaki age grade league tables.
Congratulations to you all on your success so far and to everyone involved in the FDMC Football program.
A great start to the 2008 season has seen success from the top down as the Youth boys in the FDMC Development team, the 15th Grade FDMC Hotspurs and the 13th Grade FDMC Celtic team all find themselves at the top of their respective Taranaki age grade league tables.
Congratulations to you all on your success so far and to everyone involved in the FDMC Football program.
1st X1 Match Report
NZSSFA NATIONAL LOTTO TOURNAMENT QUALIFICATION
PNBHS (1) v FDMC (1)
FDMC earned a valuable point playing away against a very strong PNBHS team in their quest for automatic qualification to the NZSSFA National Tournament. In the second of the three round robin games, FDMC faced a massive challenge as they visited a college that have regularly finished in New Zealand's top ten rankings and have been Super 8 Champions five times in the last six years.
FDMC took an early lead through a well taken goal by Shane GARNER, only to allow the opposition back in to the game 10 minutes later conceding a soft goal from a very tame long range shot. FDMC played a very tactical game from the start, adopting a version of the basketball half court press theory, by allowing their defenders to receive the ball from their goalkeeper deep in their half at all times and dropping back to just inside the half way line.
Inviting them to have the ball deep without applying pressure, with a view to either forcing them to play long or play it short into a very condensed midfield area was an attempt to get them to play in a way in which they were not comfortable. As soon as the ball was played short the midfield players applied constant pressure in numbers to disrupt and quickly turn over possession and when they went long it was generally an aimless ball. It was a tactic that worked well allowing FDMC to really unsettle their opponents and play on the counter attack with great effect.
It took 70 minutes before either the PNBHS defenders or their experienced coach, Steve Burnley worked out that to combat this system, one of their defenders had to bring the ball out from the back and commit a midfielder before off loading the ball and by this time they had grown increasingly frustrated as they continued to waste possession on a regular basis.
As expected the home team applied real pressure in the latter part of the game in an attempt to snatch a win but a combination of good goalkeeping and wasteful shooting ensured that FDMC held out to claim a heroic draw and pick up a valuable point to add to the win against Wanganui High School.
A draw or win against NPBHS on the 25th June will see FDMC qualify for the National Tournament by right for the first time in their history.
You can access match images by cut and pasting this weblink into your browser:
http://www.pnbhs.school.nz/1stxivsfrancisdouglas.html?g=73&p=1
PNBHS (1) v FDMC (1)
FDMC earned a valuable point playing away against a very strong PNBHS team in their quest for automatic qualification to the NZSSFA National Tournament. In the second of the three round robin games, FDMC faced a massive challenge as they visited a college that have regularly finished in New Zealand's top ten rankings and have been Super 8 Champions five times in the last six years.
FDMC took an early lead through a well taken goal by Shane GARNER, only to allow the opposition back in to the game 10 minutes later conceding a soft goal from a very tame long range shot. FDMC played a very tactical game from the start, adopting a version of the basketball half court press theory, by allowing their defenders to receive the ball from their goalkeeper deep in their half at all times and dropping back to just inside the half way line.
Inviting them to have the ball deep without applying pressure, with a view to either forcing them to play long or play it short into a very condensed midfield area was an attempt to get them to play in a way in which they were not comfortable. As soon as the ball was played short the midfield players applied constant pressure in numbers to disrupt and quickly turn over possession and when they went long it was generally an aimless ball. It was a tactic that worked well allowing FDMC to really unsettle their opponents and play on the counter attack with great effect.
It took 70 minutes before either the PNBHS defenders or their experienced coach, Steve Burnley worked out that to combat this system, one of their defenders had to bring the ball out from the back and commit a midfielder before off loading the ball and by this time they had grown increasingly frustrated as they continued to waste possession on a regular basis.
As expected the home team applied real pressure in the latter part of the game in an attempt to snatch a win but a combination of good goalkeeping and wasteful shooting ensured that FDMC held out to claim a heroic draw and pick up a valuable point to add to the win against Wanganui High School.
A draw or win against NPBHS on the 25th June will see FDMC qualify for the National Tournament by right for the first time in their history.
You can access match images by cut and pasting this weblink into your browser:
http://www.pnbhs.school.nz/1stxivsfrancisdouglas.html?g=73&p=1
Sunday, June 8, 2008
1st X1 Match Report
FDMC CENTRAL FINANCE (5) v MOTOROA (4)
IT NEVER RAINS BUT IT POURS - LITERALLY!!
In driving rain and dreadful conditions FDMC Central Finance got back to winning ways in a close encounter that should have been dead and buried at half time. Another four goal brace by Tomas MOSQUERA and a superb strike from Rory GARNER sealed the win.
It was the home teams turn to strike early for a change and in a 20 minute spell they found themselves carving open the Motoroa defence at will and scoring four outstanding goals. Playing with confidence and desire to take advantage of a troubled Motoroa team, it was FDMC who played some of it's finest football this season. Domenico SQUATRITI and Morgan HALL also went close to adding to the scoreline with surging runs from midfield in a half of total dominance. Motoroa managed to grab one goal back just before half time to slavage some pride but they found themselves well and truly backs to the wall.
With a spectacular win on the cards, FDMC Central Finance took the field in the second half against a fierce wind and lashing rain and failed to really get out of second gear. With nothing to lose Motoroa stepped up their efforts and soon grabbed a second goal mid way through the half. Another by MOSQUERA made it 5-2 but in the spirit of the game it was not over yet.
Motoroa grabbed a third to make things more respectable for them but FDMC were guilty of missing a number of clear cut chances in the last 10 minutes to finish off the game and boost their goal difference. Typically, it was Motoroa who were not finished yet and they awarded a late fourth goal from a goal line clearance that was judged to have crossed the line.
Never a dull moment it seemed as the full time was called on a game that was like a typical blood and guts Cup game - a great spectacle for the die hard fans who braved the weather but not one to analyse. A great win that retains the Challenge Trophy and keeps the team a clear second in the table, three points behind Waitara and unbeaten this season.
IT NEVER RAINS BUT IT POURS - LITERALLY!!
In driving rain and dreadful conditions FDMC Central Finance got back to winning ways in a close encounter that should have been dead and buried at half time. Another four goal brace by Tomas MOSQUERA and a superb strike from Rory GARNER sealed the win.
It was the home teams turn to strike early for a change and in a 20 minute spell they found themselves carving open the Motoroa defence at will and scoring four outstanding goals. Playing with confidence and desire to take advantage of a troubled Motoroa team, it was FDMC who played some of it's finest football this season. Domenico SQUATRITI and Morgan HALL also went close to adding to the scoreline with surging runs from midfield in a half of total dominance. Motoroa managed to grab one goal back just before half time to slavage some pride but they found themselves well and truly backs to the wall.
With a spectacular win on the cards, FDMC Central Finance took the field in the second half against a fierce wind and lashing rain and failed to really get out of second gear. With nothing to lose Motoroa stepped up their efforts and soon grabbed a second goal mid way through the half. Another by MOSQUERA made it 5-2 but in the spirit of the game it was not over yet.
Motoroa grabbed a third to make things more respectable for them but FDMC were guilty of missing a number of clear cut chances in the last 10 minutes to finish off the game and boost their goal difference. Typically, it was Motoroa who were not finished yet and they awarded a late fourth goal from a goal line clearance that was judged to have crossed the line.
Never a dull moment it seemed as the full time was called on a game that was like a typical blood and guts Cup game - a great spectacle for the die hard fans who braved the weather but not one to analyse. A great win that retains the Challenge Trophy and keeps the team a clear second in the table, three points behind Waitara and unbeaten this season.
Thursday, June 5, 2008
1st X1 Match Report
St Johns (2) v FDMC (4)
MOSQUERA REIGNS SUPREME!!
Tomas MOSQUERA stole the attention once more as he grabbed four first class goals in the second half of the annual sports exchange at St John's in Hastings.
On a bitterly cold day and on a poor quality playing surface, it was the home team who made an early statement of intent, playing with passion and considerably more effort and enthusiasm. Their endeavour led to a deserved goal, with Mitchell Dick latching on to a neat one two on the edge of the box to drive the ball home from 12 yards. In a half that the home team largely dominated, frustration was creeping in to FDMC's performance and they failed to gain any control in the match.
Trailing 1-0 at half time after putting in a performance to forget, everyone was looking for a positive response and it was MOSQUERA who led the way. A much more competitive and energised FDMC team gained early control and started to pass the ball better, enjoying territory and posession for the first time in the game.
Morgan HALL and Stephen KIBBY dominated midfield in a manner that gave the team much more impetus and MOSQUERA started to stretch the home defence with several surging runs. The first goal was an exquisite lob, leaving the oncoming goalkeeper stranded, the second a clinical finish on the volley from inside the six yard box after good work down the right, the third was a well taken low shot to the far corner of the goal and the fourth was a superbly taken one on one with the goalkeeper - MOSQUERA doing well to maintain his composure and cool head under the pressure of a heavy challenge from the last defender.
The home team took advantage of a late defensive error that gifted them a second goal but it was too little too late and did not overshadow the increased level of performance, the quality of the goals that we scored or the second half dominance that was finally reflected in the end score.
MOSQUERA REIGNS SUPREME!!
Tomas MOSQUERA stole the attention once more as he grabbed four first class goals in the second half of the annual sports exchange at St John's in Hastings.
On a bitterly cold day and on a poor quality playing surface, it was the home team who made an early statement of intent, playing with passion and considerably more effort and enthusiasm. Their endeavour led to a deserved goal, with Mitchell Dick latching on to a neat one two on the edge of the box to drive the ball home from 12 yards. In a half that the home team largely dominated, frustration was creeping in to FDMC's performance and they failed to gain any control in the match.
Trailing 1-0 at half time after putting in a performance to forget, everyone was looking for a positive response and it was MOSQUERA who led the way. A much more competitive and energised FDMC team gained early control and started to pass the ball better, enjoying territory and posession for the first time in the game.
Morgan HALL and Stephen KIBBY dominated midfield in a manner that gave the team much more impetus and MOSQUERA started to stretch the home defence with several surging runs. The first goal was an exquisite lob, leaving the oncoming goalkeeper stranded, the second a clinical finish on the volley from inside the six yard box after good work down the right, the third was a well taken low shot to the far corner of the goal and the fourth was a superbly taken one on one with the goalkeeper - MOSQUERA doing well to maintain his composure and cool head under the pressure of a heavy challenge from the last defender.
The home team took advantage of a late defensive error that gifted them a second goal but it was too little too late and did not overshadow the increased level of performance, the quality of the goals that we scored or the second half dominance that was finally reflected in the end score.
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