SAINT MARY S HOCKEY CLUB NEWSLETTER Issue 3 2014 PO Box 41793 CASUARINA NT 0811 www.smhc.asn.au saintshcdarwin@gmail.com www.facebook.com/saintshc PRESIDENT Margaret Whatley kidani@australiaonline.net.au 0419 884 406 SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Kristy Hayes khayes@ricoh.com.au 0408 760 987 JUNIOR VICE PRESIDENT Carolyn Pease bonniepease@hotmail.com 0417 780 179 TREASURER Juanita Gay juanita.gay@bigpond.com 0438 818 578 SECRETARY Elizabeth Andrade elizabeth.andrade@ntschools.net 0439 802 806 COMMITTEE Jarrod Lockley itsme_jarrod@hotmail.com 0400 114 718 COMMITTEE Craig Rachow craigrachow@hotmail.com 0408 084 290 COMMITTEE Shirley Worsfold peshirleyuk@yahoo.com.uk 0406 413 124
MATCH REPORTS C Grade Women 5-1 win v Waratahs Red Once again the girls were not only given another extremely hot game time but were down five players including our goalie. In true Saints spirit everyone stepped up to get a team onto the field. Mel, Dee and Juanita played their first game for this team and Erin one of our u13 junior girls played her first senior game for the club. Due to the high number of players out, a number of players had to play out of position. Well done to Meredith and Carolyn who shared the duty of kicking fullback, a daunting role to take on and I admire their courage for the way they carried out this role. Minni also took up the role of sweeper and tackled everything that came through, while Monika went into left half and also tackled well and kept her opposition player out of the game. Erin in her first senior game was thrown right into the deep end running in both the inner positions throughout the game. I was very impressed with not only her skill level but also how well she listened and how hard she worked for the team. The first half was fairly even with both sides having a few chances but not converting any of them until late in the half when Dee crashed a penalty corner rebound into the backboard. Early in the second half Tahs equalised and so the pressure was on for the girls to lift their game. Emma and Karen started to get some nice hard hits to our inners in Dee, Jenny and Erin and they in turn linked up well with the strikers Mel, Nat, Juanita and Sue. All the strikers led well, trapped the ball and helped the team to gain control of the game. More chances started to be created and Dee slotted her second goal to get us back in front. This gave the team a second wind and we started to power over the top of the opposition. Our third goal was a Sue special, deflecting one of Emma s hard hits which had already taken a deflection off a Tahs stick to travel at pace at Sue s chest. Sue scored her second goal with a one timed strike and then Nat got on the score card when she ran onto a pass into the circle, controlled the ball and pushed it past the keeper. An excellent team effort in only our second game together. I was especially proud of how everyone worked so well together, often out of their comfort zone, to get the final result. BOG Cup was shared by Sue and Erin. We have a BYE next week so it would be good to see you all at training. LEIGH B Grade Men Saints 6 defeated Pints 3 Goal scorers: Hayzie 3, Evan 2, Brynn 1 BOG Cup: Hayzie The game against Pints presented a serious challenge with multiple starting lineup players either away or unavailable due to the Under 15 s and Under 18 tournaments. In the context of the season, it was also a vital game that we needed to win to setup our season well. We started off well again for the second week in a row and dominated play and and eventually scored two goals through short corners in the first half. However, in the period before half time, our marking and workrate dropped off and Pints came back to level the scores just before the break. The second half saw Sahoud play his best five minutes of hockey in the last year resulting in a goal to Hayzie. A short corner saw Hayzie convert with a nice flick and we moved further infront. There was again plenty of good passing of the ball and layoffs in the circle from our forwards for the second week in a row. Good hard running from Brynn and Evan kept the opposing defence well spread and greatly contributed to our success. Steve, Jamie and Peasey all had solid games through the halves and are shaping up as the core backbone of the team. A late lapse saw us let one goal in. However, a 6-3 win from a genuine danger game against a top 4 team was an excellent result that the entire team should be proud of. Justin Hockey Justin Hockey is his name, never played hockey before. Scored twice in his first game on Friday for Saints U16 boys.
MATCH REPORTS Under 16 Girls Under 13 Boys Friday night was our first of 2 games without any of our u15 or u18 representative players which meant we were left with only 5 players! On the bright side, a number of u13 girls accepted the offer to play up and have a run and for that we are very grateful. Thanks girls! We took on Commerce Pints and played very well. Our defenders marked their players and our outlets from the back were strong. Our midfield showed a high work rate and managed to pop a number of balls up to the strikers for breakaways. Casey scored a well-executed goal off a lovely pass from Erin and we began looking very threatening with a number of penalty corners but unfortunately we were unsuccessful in our conversions. An injury to goal keeper Danae at the end of the first half required someone to stand up and put on the helmet. New player Brianna bravely put her hand up and stepped in the box and did an outstanding job. Well done. Score: 3-1 loss to Commerce Jaimi-Lee A Grade Men The A men had a disappointing draw v Commerce last Sunday. We dominated for large periods of the match and played a really good second half to take the lead. Unfortunately we were not good enough to hold on to our lead. Stand out performance from Johnny who set up several promising circle penetrations. The Commerce keeper had an outstanding game for them. Johnny s game was rewarded with the players cup. The team needs now to focus on persisting in the heat of battle and continue there good start to the season. Shane Under 13 boys had a 3-0 win against commerce. With only 7 players they did extremely well on another hot day. They were able to maintain possession and throw some good passes which allowed the boys to run the ball into the circle. Thomas played well up the front while Dom held the back as keeper. Will also did a great job holding the midfield. Well done boys, hopefully the next few games should be a bit cooler by being a little earlier in the day. Peasey. Under 13 Girls The under 13 girls had a great game this week against commerce despite their coach being away. Our goal was to pass the ball more so we wouldn t have to run too much in the midday heat and the girls did this very well. The first half saw us getting tackled and losing the ball a bit because we were trying to take them on their forestick side. After a chat at half time, we made some changes and played smarter. Erin, Jade and Ella all played well to attack the circle and contribute to our five goals. Mandy and Kirsty held the backline and really made it hard for the other team to get through. A good effort from our new players who helped get the ball through the midfield. First timer Grace made an awesome tackle in our defensive circle preventing a shot on goal. Well done girls and apologies for calling you by the wrong names. Carolyn Coaches please email match reports to itsme_jarrod@hotmail.com with the heading SMHC MATCH REPORT by Monday afternoon JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT SQUAD PLAYERS PLAYERS INTERESTED IN THE 2014 UNDER 13 AND THE UNDER 15 STATETEAMS OR JUST LOOKING FOR SOMEEXTRA TRAINING ARE WELCOME TO JOINTHE SQUAD. WWW.NTHOCKEY.ASN.AU/DEVELOPMENT/JUNIOR-DEVELOPMENT-SQUAD
SEND US YOUR PICS First seniors game and was co-winner of the BOG cup C Grade women well done Erin Draged down kicking and screaming Juanita getting ready for the game. 5-1 win v Waratahs Red C Grade women Like us on Facebook saintshc #SMHC, #GOSAINTS Australian Women s Masters Hockey Championships As you may be aware, Hockey NT will be hosting the Australian Women s Masters Hockey Championships in Darwin from Thursday 10th July until Saturday 19th July 2014. This large hockey tournament attracts State Teams from the age groups of 35+ thru to the O60s, so we will need many volunteers to help host this event. We are pleased to advise that Pip March has been appointed Tournament Director for these Championships. Expressions of interest are sought from Technical Officials who will be available to be rostered on the technical bench during the 10 day event in July. Hockey NT encourages your participation regardless of whether you are currently accredited, your accreditation has expired or you are simply interested in becoming involved in this very important role. If anyone is interested in becoming an accredited TO, Hockey NT plans to conduct a training course in the next few months and then assessment at the Championships. Further details to be provided shortly. Please advise if you are interested, including; an indication of what days and/or times you would be available (if you are also playing hockey we will consult and roster you in suitable timeslots) what size polo shirt contact details - telephone and email Any queries, please ring the Hockey NT Office on 8945 0302 or email Admin@ nthockey.asn.au
THE SAINT MATCH CARDS Can we please remind our club members that when filling out match cards that they are filled out correctly. I will get out copies of a correctly filled out example cards for the folders on the bench over this weekend. Here are a few tips to get out to our club members to make sure the correct information is coming in all areas of points monitoring are correctly listed and received by DHA. T he saint observed Buddy running amock in the circle over the weekend. In one instance tho buddy dragged the keeper off the goal line, eliminated him, but couldn t fathom the strength to push the ball into the box. Tough luck buddy, maybe more weetbix next week mate!!! The saint also saw JL do a sweet overhead, sunshine may be out of a job soon! FRONT OF CARDS Please fill out details on front top of cards so we know who, where, when and grade playing. Please make sure names are full names (first and last) on card not nicknames or initials. Make sure coaches, managers are listed on front of card at the bottom ( not area for tech to be listed, that s on the back ) BACK OF CARDS DECKCHAIR CINEMA THURSDAY 17TH JULY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR OUR CLUB TO DO FUNDRAISING. WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS IN ASSISTING IN THE BBQ AND RAFFLES. MORE INFORMATION WILL FOLLOW LATER. WATCH THIS SPACE. Please make sure captains sign cards, this is the acknowledgment from playing teams that card details are correct with scores and cards ect. On one of the match cards, that the 3,2,1 B&F is completed by umpires and check that the players given points are actually listed on the cards. On same card as B&F, Play the Whistle again done by umpires and if not completed no points go to any club, so lets remind umpires of this. On same card again as B&F and Play the Whistle, please fill out the tech bench names and clubs this is important as clubs lose point if not providing tech bench for their games. Umpires to sign cards and clubs and names. Both cards.
Fees & Fees Instalments First instalment of $250 or the balance if under $250 is due 11 April 2014 Second instalment due 16 May 2014 Third instalment due 30 June 2014 ALL FEES TO BE PAID BY 31 July 2014 Fees can be paid either by cheque (made payable to St Mary s Hockey Club ) or by direct deposit into the bank account. Name of Account: St Mary s Hockey Club (inc) JUNIORS U8'S $ 75 U10'S $ 75 U13'S $ 125 U16'S $ 125 JUNIORS PLAYING SENIORS $ 250 GOALIES WITH OWN GEAR SENIORS FREE SENIORS $ 525 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT IF PAID ON OR BEFORE 25TH MARCH $ 500 CASUAL PLAYERS $200 (FOR THE FIRST 5 GAMES) THEN $40 PER GAME THEREAFTER $ 40 LIFE MEMBERS $ 262 FULL-TIME SECONDARY OR APPRENTICES $ 400 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT IF PAID ON OR BEFORE 25TH MARCH $ 350 GOALIES WITH OWN GEAR BSB: 085 928 Account No: 559 663 374 FREE SOCIAL MEMBERS INCLUDES STUBBIE COOLER $ 10 FULL-TIME COACHES $ 262 SHARE COACHES $ 394
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THIS WEEKS GAME TIMES A Grade Men A Grade Women B Grade Men B Grade Women C Grade Men C Grade Women U16 Boys U16 Girls U13 Boys U13 Girls U10 Boys U10 Girls U8 Mixed - Saints Gold U8 Mixed - Saints Green Sat 12th - 4:00pm Sat 12th - 5:30pm Sat 12th - 7:00pm Sat 12th - 8:30pm Mon 14th - 6:00pm BYE Fri 11th - 5:30pm Fri 11th - 5:30pm Sat 12th - 9:10pm Sat 12th - 8:00am Sat 12th - 11:30am Sat 12th - 11:30am Sat 12th - 8:00am Sat 12th - 8:45am WE NEED TO BE WEARING CORRECT UNIFORMS PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE THE CORRECT SHIRT, SHORTS AND SOCKS FOR THE SEASON. WE WILL LOOSE POINTS IF WE DON T COMPLY!! SMHC TRAINING TIMES Tuesday Juniors - 5:30-6:30 C Grade - 6:30-7:30 A & B Grade - 7:30-8:30 SMHC CLUB DAYS Round 6 - Sat 10th May Round 12 - Sat 26th July Volunteers will be need to help on these days Coaches please email match reports to itsme_jarrod@hotmail.com with the heading SMHC MATCH REPORT by Monday afternoon