Picnic with the Hawks

The game started off like a stroll in the park but ended more like a picnic as the pace was relatively slow. FireAnts were looking for goals early in the game and made some good passes but once again could not find the finishing touch. Although there were many openings made by the FireAnts, we did not find the back of the net. Credit to UniHawks' new keeper Christopher for many saves and keeping the ball out of their net. Despite the number of shots at goal, the first period saw only 4 goals with Contact leading 3-1.

The pace of the second period was even slower as UniHawks decided to play a more defensive game and gave the FireAnt the room to move. FireAnts took the opportunity to move the ball around more and distracted the defence to score more goals. However, there were some good counter attacks coming from the Hawks which resulted in goals as the defence of the FireAnts we slacking once again. We really need to do something about the defence.

Much more shots on goal were taken in this period and credit given to Nicholas, (the unofficial Contact Man of the Match) who took home 5 goals. The rest of the team also doing well in playing their part and contributing to the success. Although the pace was slow and there was the occasional slack in the defence, but with a final score of 10-4, no one's complaining. :) Keep going FireAnts!

We also want to take this opportunity to congratulate Dalat Eagles who won their game earlier in the evening to seal their position as Division 2 Champions! Syabas Eagles! To the other teams in Div2, there is still a fight for the silver medal.

Bullets Crash Again

Last Saturday saw Contact Bullets take a beating from the Eagles. The Eagles started off rather slow with many of the forwards missing many goal opportunities. Bullets also put on a good show by occasionally having good opportunities to attack, but because of the lack of experience did not manage to convert them into goals. The first period ended with the Eagles leading the Bullets just 2-1.

However, it was a different story in the second period. The Eagles found themselves and were attacking a whole lot better shooting in a total of 8 goals. The Bullets did get opportunities as well but managed to convert one on a counter attack. Overall, it was an Eagles dominant game. The speed of the Eagles, and the lack of experience of the Bullets was very clear in the game. Bullets loosing 2-10 when the final whistle was blown.

FireAnts Loose Grip of Top Position

As expected, yesterday's game was fast and furious with FireAnts and Innebandy!CO coming out strong and both teams wanting a win. Labeled by many as the best game in the league so far, the game was filled with good technical play, lots of movement, a very fast pace, and even psychological mind games. From the start of the whistle, the players from both teams came out not only testing the movements of the opponent but also "tested" how strict the referees would be.
It was Innebandy who put the ball into the goal first with the likes of Deswyn who came all the way back from KL jus to play. It was fast turns and a quick shot have Innebandy the heads up. Great play! However, the pace of the game did not slow down with still lots of movement and many shots especially from the FireAnts but we just could not find the back of the net.
The second period started off the the FireAnts pushing very high looking for the equalizer. At one point, Henry managed to put the ball into the goal, but the ball bounced out and was not noticed by both referees. Play on... With the FireAnts pushing high, there was a lack of concentration in the defence and Innebandy managed to score again with an easy goal this time. Once again, FireAnts put the ball into the net, this time with Bryan hitting the ball into the back bar, and once again the ball bounced out and the referee calls "no goal". Play on...for the second time... The FireAnts continued to pressure and had many shots, but once again, could not find the finish and floated most of the shots. Late into the second period, Edward finally responded with a superb goal from the side into the top corner (which the Innebandy coach still claim its a fluke ;) haha...). Innebandy managed to score again after that because of the poor defending from FireAnts.
A clean fast paced game with lots of "real" floorball and the best team for the night won! 3-1 to Innebandy! CO. They now take top position in the table as FireAnts slip down.

Bullets Fall to 8Cers

The game between Contact Bullets and Ztec 8Cers in Division 2 came as no surprise. Ztec being a more experienced team defeated the Bullets 4-1. The game started off quite well for the Bullets although we were shorthanded compared to our previous game. Bullets even managed to score first, but that was the only goal that we mustered in the entire game. The play was tight but after only about 3 minutes into the game, the Bullets lost concentration and was letting the 8Cers run all over them. The Bullets were even rewarded with a penalty shot in the first period, but lack of experience and nervousness took over and we did not manage to convert it. Ztec scored all their goals in the first period.

The second period was more interesting as the Bullets improved on their mistakes and played a whole lot better. Ztec also pressured high looking for more goals in the second period, but it was the Bullets' goalie Lawrence who shone that day. Many shots from the attack of the 8Cers were blocked by the defenders, and the ones that were not blocked were shielded by the keeper. No goals in the second period.

A good show by both teams, as Ztec move closer to the top of the table and the Bullets continue to grow in developing strength in the team. Keep up the good work!

FireAnts and Spartans Battle!

Prior to our game, the Division 2 teams played. It was the first match for Dalat Eagles vs Frontliners Trojans. It was a not a great night to begin with as the Captain of Dalat Eagles, Yeoh Jun Wooi suffered a fall, knocked his head hard on the floor and went into seizure, just 2 and a half minutes into the game. Hence the game was stopped until he was sent to hospital via ambulance. It was great to have Lawrence (goalie for Contact Bullets) a.k.a the trainee nurse around, who immediately attended to Jun Wooi. Obviously not forgetting the others who came to help carry him, and making sure he is alright. He is now resting in hospital, and Team Contact would like to wish him well and hope to see him soon on court again!

The game was delayed but the match between Contact FireAnts and Frontliners Spartans went on to create more excitement, this time in the positive light. With the Spartans victorious win over Innebandy! Co in their previous game, their confidence was boosted and we knew that it would not be an easy game for us. Hence we had to really worked hard and keep the game in control. FireAnts played well as a team in the first period, and took dominance of the game. Our first free hit, which was a set piece that we had worked on, gave us a goal against the Spartans. Thanks to Henry #23. Glorious goal! The subsequent free hit trapped one of the Spartans and got us power play but we were not able to capitalise on it. Nonetheless, 2 more goals were scored by Nicholas #13 and Edward #2 in the first period. Honestly, it was very good play in the first period!

Then came the second period... With the fact that they had nothing to lose, the Spartans charged at every ball that was in our possession. We lost a bit of our "team factor" and our mistakes cost us 2 goals. The final 2 minutes were very intense with both teams charging at each other. Confidence of the Spartans keeper also rose as she had many good saves. The shouts and cheers of supporters added to the excitement and tension of the night! The final whistle was a relief to the FireAnts. Had the game prolonged, there was a high possibility that the Spartans would have overtaken them. Final score, FireAnts beat Spartans 3-2.

2 down…4 more to go! Keep it up FireAnts!!!