2015 Under 10 - Brown

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    Coach:
    Brett Hancock
    Team Manager:
    Anthony Theunissen
    Age Group Manager:
    Anthony Theunissen
    Training Times:
    Tuesday 4:30-6:00pm Greensborough Park
    Round 12 - 12/07/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Macleod ..0

    Coaches Comments: (well I think this is what he wrote…..because he couldn’t feel fingers when he did it!!). Today we played Macleod at their ground in horrible conditions, and were fantastic for the first half. But after half time we were shown a superior effort from the opposition who were a lot cleaner with their skills and execution, which saw them kick 4 goals to 1 and win pretty comfortably. We can learn a lot from this guys……so STAY POSITIVE!

    Goal Kickers:

    Max M (1).

    Best Players:

    Hudson, Ben F, Jack T, Ben W, Zac

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Hudson. Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Sean Hudson

    Announcements:

    Special thanks to all the permanent volunteers (Coach, Assistant Coach, Runner, Trainer) and daily volunteers (goal umpire, time keeper, umpires escort) today. You all did an awesome job in those trying conditions…..…..BUT, I do need to give an EXTRA, EXTRA SPECIAL THANKS to the Brennan Family (Helen and Chris specifically) for ‘putting up their hand up’ to take on the water runner role from the Toop family who were unable to fulfil the role this week. Taking on this role knowing the weather forecast for this weekend is a great example of the sacrifice required to ensure the team comes first. This example makes it is absolutely clear why Nicholas plays the way he does with his team first, whatever it takes commitment. Thanks again Chris and Helen!

    Round 11 - 28/06/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Glen Iris ..0

    Today we played again Glen Iris as out ground in what was a really physical game played in great spirit. We were able to get the win through hard and terrific team spirit. Super games from Ben F, Nicko, Keanu, Lee and Jack V. But all the boys and girl contributed in our best win of the year!! Enjoy the break guys. You have been awesome so far.

    Goal Kickers:

    Lee (2), Fletcher (2), Sean (1), Maverick (1), Jack V (1)

    Best Players:

    Ben F, Jack T, Jack V, Lee, Nicko, Huddy, Aarav.

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Zak Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Anthony L Max P Opposition Encouragement Award Ben Files

    Announcements:

    Special thanks to Atlal for filling in for the injured Danny Files on the boundary today…….and thanks to all those who texted, rang and emailed to find out if they have been rostered on today.

    Round 10 - 21/06/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Ivanhoe ..0

    At home today we played a very hard fought game against Ivanhoe, we were able to get out to a good lead early in the game and led by around 5 goals at half time. After then Ivanhoe came really hard at us and pushed us right to the line, but we were able to steady and take out the game in good fashion. Great games from Fletcher, Hudson, Benny F, Aarav and Benny W. Good games guys….and plenty to work with.

    Goal Kickers:

    Maverick (2), Nicholas (2) Max (1), Fletcher (1), Benjamin, Lucas C (1), Lee (1), Jack V (1)

    Best Players:

    Fletcher, Hudson, Ben F, Aarav, Ben W

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Jack T Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Lucas Th Lee Opposition Encouragement Award Aarav

    Announcements:

    Thanks to Fletcher, Sean, Zak, Max Mc, Hudson, Jack V, Jack T and Lucas C for all filling in for the Under 10’s Red team for a half before our game. Well done boys.

    Round 9 - 14/06/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Hawthorn Citizens ..0

    Today’s game was against Hawthorn Citizens at their ground and was a greatly contested affair with our boys (team) getting the result by 7 goals. Our team work and pressure were again great features with the two Bens having stellar games along with Nicholas and Aarav. The same GREAT pressure acts from Max M, Jack T and Seany, also great teamwork in the last quarter to try and get Ruby a goal. Great Stuff Guys!!

    Goal Kickers:

    Ben F (2), Lee D (2), Fletcher G (1), Anthony L (1), Max M (1), Maverick (1), Nicholas (1), Jack T (1).

    Best Players:

    Ben F, Ben W, Nicholas, Aarav

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Hudson Hancock Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Ben Files Aarav Sharma Opposition Encouragement Award Ben W

    Announcements:

    Home game next week…..yippee

    Round 8 - 31/05/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Park Orchards ..0

    At Whatmough Park today we played Park Orchards and had a tough first quarter kicking with the wind but we were able to end the quarter in front. Then after that we really took control of the game with a great team effort from the guys…..and gal ;-). For the remainder of the match we teamed really well and the use of our teammates was a real highlight.

    Goal Kickers:

    Nicholas (2), Jack T (2), Benjamin (1), Max M (1), Chris (1), Maverick (1)

    Best Players:

    Jack T, Nick, Hudson, Jack V, Keanu

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Sean Grant Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Jack T Jack V Opposition Encouragement Award Nicholas

    Announcements:

    Today we had our first ‘Send-off’ for the season……..and the first I have had to deal with in three years of Team Managing! So I have to say….that while we don’t condone our players fighting at St Mary’s Junior Football Club, most spectators were not too disappointed to see one of our smallest players defending himself against a much bigger boy on this occasion. As it turned out the bigger boy was clearly frustrated by the fantastic tackle that had stopped him in his tracks on this occasion….. he lashed out (to who he thought was a smaller weaker opponent that wouldn’t retaliate)…………..but obviously wasn’t used to the ‘victim’ striking back. It was a GREAT call from ‘our’ boundary umpire to alert the central umpire to get both boys sent off straight away. Finally, the message to parents is that we should always encourage our kids to play harder and tougher than whomever they are playing against…….but they should also be encouraged to ALWAYS….play fair!!

    Round 7 - 24/05/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Kew Rovers ..0

    Today we played Kew Rovers on their ground and had another really good win with plenty of good contributors from all over the ground. Great games from Nicholas, Keanu, Fletcher, Jack V, Jack T and Sammy T . A big thanks to the boys who filled in for the opposition – Maverick, Luke, Hudson and Fletcher. GREAT TEAM WORK GUYS.

    Goal Kickers:

    Fletcher (3….and one for the opposition :-0), , Maverick (2), Jack V (2), Ben F (2), Keanu (1), Chris R (1), Anthony L (1), Nicholas (1)

    Best Players:

    Nicholas, Fletcher, Keanu, Jack V, Ben F, Ben W, Jack T

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Anthony Leonello Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Nicholas Brennan Sam Toop Opposition Encouragement Award Fletcher

    Announcements:

    Thanks again to all the parent volunteers this round……and especially to those who took on a role even though they weren’t on the roster (Penelope Toop and Brooke Atkinson). It is comforting to know that ‘collectively’ we are just as team orientated as our bunch of ‘Little Champions’…and setting them a good example…or are they setting us one????…….and thanks for the coffee Daniel….it was just what I needed……I owe you one!!

    Round 6 - 17/05/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Heidelberg ..0

    Today we played Heidelberg at their very muddy ground and had a strong win 59-20. The team played terrific TEAM FOOTY, using their teammates well and linking up in very trying conditions to show some very CLASSY football skills. GREAT games from, today’s CAPTAIN…’Little’ Max (who kicked 3 goals) and Fletcher (2 goals). Ruby-Lily was terrific on defence and….as usual,…Keanu, Jack T and Maverick led by example.

    Goal Kickers:

    Max Mc (3),Fletcher (2), Benjamin, Lucas Th, Chris R

    Best Players:

    Keanu, Jack T, Chris R, Lee, Ruby-Lily

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Max McKay Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Ruby-Lily Chris R Opposition Encouragement Award Max Mc

    Announcements:

    What a great TEAM EFFORT today against a team that came into the game, like us, without a loss this season. Mum’s and Dad’s…..we are definitely witnessing something very, very special………….that is……..a complete TEAM playing against teams successful teams with outstanding individuals. Playing like this, this group can achieve anything…..

    Round 5 - 10/05/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Balwyn. ..0

    Well what a game! After going up several divisions after the grading process we were looking forward to getting some strong competition…..and BOY did we get it from a tough opponent in Balwyn. The game was a very tough contest with our boys saluting in a tight game which will be terrific for their development. Super game from Zak today, also Lee, Hudson and Ben W and as usual Ben F and Jack T were terrific along with Maverick. Great team effort guys.

    Goal Kickers:

    Hudson, Sean, Benjamin, Max P.

    Best Players:

    Zak, Lee, Ben F, Jack T, Hudson, Maverick.

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Nicholas Brennan Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Lee Opposition Encouragement Award Zak

    Announcements:

    A very special thanks to Ciara and Eamon who let Suzanne ‘Off the Hook’, and took on the water running role today……..YOU KNOW you are going to have to do it SOMETIME…..and it’s only going to get colder and wetter J . Also thanks to Mick, Louise Ana’s brother for standing in for Louise as goal umpire today. Finally, thanks to Simon and Kellie McKay for carrying out Max’s wish to come out of hospital to watch the boys play. I know the boys made him proud and really look forward to their little goal sneak being back on the track very soon.

    Round 4 - 03/05/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Canterbury ..0

    Another great display today from the guys against an undermanned Canterbury. Our team work again was fantastic which enabled us to kick plenty of easy goals. Great games from Hudson, Maverick, Fletcher, Jack V and Max M, but the WHOLE team played great. Well done boys.

    Goal Kickers:

    Fletcher (3), Max Mc (2), Keanu (2), Jack V (2), Chris (2), Benjamin, Jack T, Hudson, Lee, Nicholas

    Best Players:

    Hudson, Maverick, Fletcher, Jack V, Max M

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Benjamin W Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Maverick, Fletcher Opposition Encouragement Award Hudson

    Announcements:

    Today some of the boys played a quarter for the opposition to even up the numbers. Thanks guys

    Round 3 - 26/04/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Ivanhoe ..0

    Today in very testing conditions we played a really skilful and tough brand of footy against a competitive Ivanhoe side. We recorded a comfortable victory. The players listened to the instructions very well, none more so than Lucas Cominotto who received our Encouragement Award. Jack T also had an excellent game. Well done guys.

    Goal Kickers:

    Sean (2), Max Mc, Maverick, Keanu, Fletcher, Jack T, Zak.

    Best Players:

    Keanu, Hudson, Maverick, Jack T, Sean, Lucas C, Lucas T

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Maverick Dawson Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Lucas Cominotto Opposition Encouragement Award Jack T

    Announcements:

    Today the boys wore black armbands to acknowledge the loss of a fellow St Mary’s player Stephen Bourke as well as sharing a minutes silence with the Ivanhoe team and officials as a mark of respect for all our fallen ANZAC’s. Also, a very special thankyou to Charlie and Marlo (from Montmorency Football Club) for sharing the role of water runner today…..I know Suzanne Grant was RAPT they took on the job so she could keep warm and dry!!!!

    Round 2 - 19/04/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Banyule ..0

    GREAT TEAM GAME TODAY FROM THE BOYS in very trying conditions. We played a very TEAM ORIENTATED game using the handball well and linking up to kick a lot of goals. Special mention to Ben Files, Max McKay, Keanu Ana and Nick Brennan. Great game boys. Brett

    Goal Kickers:

    Best Players:

    Ben Files, Max McKay, Keanu Ana and Nick Brennan.

    Encouragements:

    Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Max McKay Opposition Award Ben Files

    Announcements:

    Thanks to the parent/families who stepped in to fill a few vacant volunteer positions today, you were a big help. Cheers Anthony

    Round 1 - 12/04/2015 St Marys 2015 Under 10 - Brown ..0 vs. Heidelberg ..0

    Today we travelled to Heidelberg to play what looked like a bigger and stronger team; and the scoreboard reflected this at quarter time. However, after quarter time Nicko, Ben and Maverick put the ball to our teams advantage while playing in the ruck and Max M, Keanu and Anthony led the way with their great ball movement. Jack T and Ben F made the most of it by finding space and creating exciting link play, while Sean laid some amazing tackles to keep the pressure on Heidelberg when they had the ball. In the finish the result was a positive one for a team playing their second only game together, with every player contributing to what was a fantastic team performance.

    Goal Kickers:

    Max Mc (2), Maverick, Keanu, Nick, Hudson, Ben W (1

    Best Players:

    Keanu, Max M, Hudson, Anthony

    Encouragements:

    Captain. Ben Files Red Hot Go Award (RHG) Keanu Opposition Encouragement Award Max P

    Announcements:

    Thanks to all the parent volunteers today. You all did and AMAZING job…..because it is not often that the Team Manager turns up LATE (after going to the wrong ground and sitting there for an hour before realising), and then gets ‘swamped’ by parents eager to get their bibs, coats and flags etc. and get stuck into it…….what a fantastic display of TEAM WORK both on and off the field today…..let’s keep it up.