The FireAnt vs Spartan match (25/3/2008) is deemed to be one of the most crucial matches in the league for Div 1 teams. Everyone knew that the winner would walk away being secured of at least a silver medal and a chance to go for gold. Thus both FireAnts and Spartans knew fully well that it is not match to be taken for granted. If FireAnts win the game, we will be secured with the silver, but if the Spartans win it, the gold would almost be theirs. Therefore every movement and every goal counts! We were determined not to let the Spartans trample us.
The first period started off very well for FireAnts! Despite the hard pressure from Spartans who are well known for their speed, we played a very well controlled game. After several attempts to put in a goal, Edward #2 sealed the first goal at a free hit. A direct shot into the goal! An Awesome Start! One goal means one step closer to victory! And about a minute later, Calvin #7 scored the second goal to bring the score line to 2-0. This would mean another step even closer to victory. However we knew we couldn’t afford to rest in our laurels until the final whistle is blown. That became a reality when the Spartans made a very quick comeback in the middle of the first period scoring 2 goals almost consecutively. But thanks to the father-son combo of James #8 and Bryan #10, we managed to pull one back just before the end of the period.
The second period seems to be slower in its pace as the Spartans did not seem to pressure that high and that gave our defense some room to maneuver. Midway into the second period, Bryan scores again which gave us a 2 goal buffer again. By this time the Frontliners were once again pushing hard to find a goal. 3 minutes to full time, and we get a free hit on our end. Edward walks up to take the free hit and sees Bryan signaling him over the other end, right in front of the Spartans goalmouth. The ball is lobbed and delivered to Bryan who once again did a father-son combo to deliver the ball to James to score. A glorious goal which meant that we just needed to hold the ball and control the game for the remaining minutes, but we later let in a goal which was deflected from a free hit in front of the goal. Final score 5-3 to FireAnts!
In the heat of the game, one cannot deny that there would be some pushing and slashing of sticks. The highlight of the game was when one of the Spartans sent Henry #23 right into the goal! It was hilarious!!! The laughter and cheer from the spectators stand helped ease the tension of the game. Conclusion? It was a glorious match! The best game played by FireAnts so far! Verdict? Not enough goals, too many misses…but we can’t be greedy and securing a medal is definitely a great birthday gift to Edward and Kit Soon!
321-FIREANTS!
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
The Advancing Bullets
The last weekend, Contact Bullets had 3 games almost back to back with them meeting the Trojans on Saturday, Eagles on Sunday and the 8Cers on Tuesday.
The first game against the Trojans was quite an interesting yet frustrating game to watch! Interesting because these two teams are pretty much equal in terms of their experience and skill. In fact these players would most likely be the ones to bring floorball to greater heights in the near future. Frustrating because the game proved to be messy with very few proper passes and proper movements, slow reactions and aimless shooting from both sides. One can almost feel the tensions and frustrations of the coaches from both teams as they screamed their hearts and lungs out. It is obvious the screams weren’t so much for the players’ lack of skill but more so for not listening to instructions. The first period ended with 0-0.
However, the second period proved to be slightly more interesting. There were a whole lot of better passes and movement especially amongst the Bullets. But even with that, the Trojans managed to put in the first goal. But Trojans’ joy was short lived when Ben Ong #22 of Bullets scored a goal about a minute after to give them a draw.
The last 10 minutes proved to be the most exciting! Someone even commented that the game only started in the last 10 minutes! As the clock kept ticking, both teams were trying to outrun and outwit the other. After several attempts, Bullets scored another goal to seal the victory of 2-1. No more pressure at the final whistle. Bullets achieved their goal…to end up 3rd in the table... that's just a better way to say, "not ending up at the bottom of the table." ;)
The other 2 games for the Bullets were against experienced teams, and although it is almost certain that they will not achieve a win in those games, the Bullets are determined not to play a wishy-washy game but to play hard and to their utmost ability. So with the goal set before the league achieved, the Bullets played the remaining 2 games as exposure to developing greater teamwork.
The game against the Eagles was what we expected it to be...lots of shots from them Eagles towards our goal. Nevertheless, the Bullets were determined to move the ball around and pass it as much as they could in order to score. Our goalkeeper was also not in-form that day and let in easy goals and we failed to score. Not our day. The Bullets got a trashing from the Eagles, but also a lot of experience playing with stronger teams as well.
Our final game with the 8Cers was something that the Bullets were looking forward to. Well, for one, it was the final game, and yet is was again an opportunity to display comradeship and further advance in the tacticalities of floorball. The Div 2 positions had more or less been determined already and there was no pressure in both teams in the game. Both teams were playing with lots of passes and movement. A good game to watch but the 8cers obviously had more experience and thus won the game 5-2.
Congratulations to Team Bullets for achieving their goals and advancing in the area of Floorball and Teamwork. Keep the team spirit up and keep floorballing!
The first game against the Trojans was quite an interesting yet frustrating game to watch! Interesting because these two teams are pretty much equal in terms of their experience and skill. In fact these players would most likely be the ones to bring floorball to greater heights in the near future. Frustrating because the game proved to be messy with very few proper passes and proper movements, slow reactions and aimless shooting from both sides. One can almost feel the tensions and frustrations of the coaches from both teams as they screamed their hearts and lungs out. It is obvious the screams weren’t so much for the players’ lack of skill but more so for not listening to instructions. The first period ended with 0-0.
However, the second period proved to be slightly more interesting. There were a whole lot of better passes and movement especially amongst the Bullets. But even with that, the Trojans managed to put in the first goal. But Trojans’ joy was short lived when Ben Ong #22 of Bullets scored a goal about a minute after to give them a draw.
The last 10 minutes proved to be the most exciting! Someone even commented that the game only started in the last 10 minutes! As the clock kept ticking, both teams were trying to outrun and outwit the other. After several attempts, Bullets scored another goal to seal the victory of 2-1. No more pressure at the final whistle. Bullets achieved their goal…to end up 3rd in the table... that's just a better way to say, "not ending up at the bottom of the table." ;)
The other 2 games for the Bullets were against experienced teams, and although it is almost certain that they will not achieve a win in those games, the Bullets are determined not to play a wishy-washy game but to play hard and to their utmost ability. So with the goal set before the league achieved, the Bullets played the remaining 2 games as exposure to developing greater teamwork.
The game against the Eagles was what we expected it to be...lots of shots from them Eagles towards our goal. Nevertheless, the Bullets were determined to move the ball around and pass it as much as they could in order to score. Our goalkeeper was also not in-form that day and let in easy goals and we failed to score. Not our day. The Bullets got a trashing from the Eagles, but also a lot of experience playing with stronger teams as well.
Our final game with the 8Cers was something that the Bullets were looking forward to. Well, for one, it was the final game, and yet is was again an opportunity to display comradeship and further advance in the tacticalities of floorball. The Div 2 positions had more or less been determined already and there was no pressure in both teams in the game. Both teams were playing with lots of passes and movement. A good game to watch but the 8cers obviously had more experience and thus won the game 5-2.
Congratulations to Team Bullets for achieving their goals and advancing in the area of Floorball and Teamwork. Keep the team spirit up and keep floorballing!
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
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.
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.
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
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.
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.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
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.
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.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
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!
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!
Sunday, March 2, 2008
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!!!
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!!!
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