It has taken a while for this blog to be posted and after much harrassment (somewhat similar to the recent article on harrassment at work) from the chief blogger, and after gathering much thoughts on what to write, its time now.
It was the last game for PMC's run in the AGAPE Cup. Funny that such a name was chosen when there was hardly any "AGAPE" shown but then again, whats in a name? The 7 game which was entrusted to PMC to qualify for a semi final berth was given from the start. Plenty of hard rules were given to us which were hardly followed. But being a blog and being tasked to write about footballing matters, let's keep the 'political' matters out of here.
A sunny day with some clouds hanging about in the sky. A perfect weather for football, not too hot, not too wet. The usual kitting up banter was around, with few players forgetting to bring along their socks. The usual event started before any game, though it was rather quick this time. Prior to kick off, as the team positioned itself on the field, there was a different feel out there. For a long while, there wasnt much laughter from the boys. Prior games were all taken very seriously but this time, it was different. There were jokes, laughters, talk about taking this game easy and going out to enjoy it. I think what was missing all this while was the simple fact - JOY. For when one enjoys something, you will do it well. Enjoy the game. Enjoy the company of the team, enjoy the winning feeling.
On stepped the dark knight( minus his cape and his mask ) and he brought along the Joker, dressed in lime green who was on the other side of the grass. Kick off and soon, we were down 2-0. We were static everywhere but another good thing stood out was we could laugh it off, instead of seizing the chance to throw any objects at each other. The mood of enjoyment was there and soon, we fought back with an own goal from the Pastamanics. They probbaly slipped on the spagehettis and meatballs.
The pastamanics were qucik with their movements and passing and lots and lots of running. They seemed to have more than 11 players on the field but in actual fact, there is only 11. Down 3-1 at half time, we continued our journey to the finishing line, knowing nothing in this result will mean anything. Some good passing here and there and at the end of it, it was 6-1. To comment on the refereeing and the queer decisions is just like asking why is the orange, orange. Nothing will come out of it because nothing will actually be done about it. This is one transaction where the service level was poor and you have no customer service officers or any feedback form that you can fill to complain. Maybe they should learn from M1 or attend a GEMS training.
An inconsequential game, the scoreline didnt seem to matter much but we can draw from the 1 positive of this game - enjoyment. True, nobody enjoyed being outplayed and 'whacked' but most importantly, I think(being the blogger here, i get the privilage to write what i feel), we werent out there enoying the game. True, we want to win, everybody does but to want to win requires the winning mentality. Winning at all cost is not what we are out there looking for. We want to win but we want to do it with the pure enjoyment of our football.
Let's start enjoying what we do and came out to do - play football. Definintely, the seriouness needs to be there but only when you enjoy what you like to do, will you do it well. And when you do it well, you will see the rewards for that - when you enjoy the wanton mee, or nasi lemak or chicken wing, you willl feel totally satisfied. It doesnt matter if your hands are dirty, or you had stained your favourite shirt in the process, but you enjoyed it and you reap the rewards of such satisfaction.
For the upcoming MWS, let's enjoy our football. Let's have the winning mentality inside us and go out to enjoy the game.
If you find this hard to understand, my apologies because its definintely not easy writting a blog while at work, trying to ensure your boss does not see you doing no work related matters.
Monday, July 14, 2008
Monday, July 07, 2008
Soccer Fellowship [12th July]
Soccer Fellowship is ON this Saturday, 12th July at East Spring Secondary School. The session will be from 3 - 5 pm.
For team identification this week, please bring / wear BOTH a BLUE AND WHITE jersey.
See you on Saturday and please pray for good weather!
*Please be reminded that the entrance to the field is next to Block 362. If you are driving, the multi-storey car park you should park at is at Block 359A. If unsure, please check the street directory map.
For team identification this week, please bring / wear BOTH a BLUE AND WHITE jersey.
See you on Saturday and please pray for good weather!
*Please be reminded that the entrance to the field is next to Block 362. If you are driving, the multi-storey car park you should park at is at Block 359A. If unsure, please check the street directory map.
Wednesday, July 02, 2008
Soccer Fellowship Report [28th June]
The weather was hot and dry on the Saturday and we were back to East Spring Secondary School for the session. Our players were urged to drink more water to prevent a heat stroke or exhaustion. We also welcomed Zac, Deyi (Bangshi's friends?) and a Malay friend of Raymond. I apologise for not being able to recall his name.
After Uncle John opened the session with a prayer and a short bible study on the topic of encouraging one another, our 23 or 24 players were split into blue and white captained by Uncle Ronnie and Bangshi respectively.
The first half saw six goals being shared equally between the two sides. After about 15 min of controlled play by the two teams, the whites opened the account of the day with a simple tap-in by Rusydi. The blues' goalie Michael Chua made a pass to his own central back after receiving a back pass from Deyi but the pass was weak and it was easily intercepted by speedy Rusydi for the goal. However, Samuel Pang equalised for the blues inside the penalty box 10 minutes later with a well-placed right foot shot after he ran around a defender to receive a simple pass from the midfield. 1 - 1.
After that, four more goals came in at nearly regular interval for the remaining half. Rusydi was on the scoresheet again with a well-timed volley that nearly blasted a hole through the net before Justin equalised for the blues again with a fierce right-footed shot after running clear of the whites' hapless goalie Bryan. 2 - 2. Few minutes later, the blues found themselves leading the game for the first time through first-timer Deyi. This time again, with a fierce right-footed shot after a running wide to the right of the whites' box. However, the whites were not to be undermined as they finally equalised at the dying minutes of the first half through Daniel Low. After a few neat passes between Rusydi, Jingzhong, Zac and Sheldon outside the blues' box, Daniel received a pass on the left inside the box and unleashed a low-driver beyond a helpless Hongyi (exchanged position with Michael Chua) towards the far right end of the goal mouth. 3 -3 at half-time.
The second half saw a few players like Raymond's friend and whites' goalie Bryan leaving early so Michael Chua switched to the whites team to balance the number. 15 min into the second half, Chun Heng demonstrated his speed and dribbling skills while holding to the ball well. He drifted from the left side of the field to the center at the edge of the blues' box. Seeing the whites' goalie Michael covering his angle too far out of his line, Chun Heng delivered a shot high above his head before it spun downwards towards the right corner of the net. The blues lead the game for the second time.
After calming down, the whites gathered momentum and launched attacks after attacks. The blues' lead was cancelled out by Jing Zhong 15 min later when he powered a shot from inside the blues' box at the middle after a clever pass from Rusydi and a fine run pass a defender. With 10 min of play left, Rusydi put his name on the scoresheet for the third and final time to give the white a final victory over the blues.
Final score 5 - 4.
After Uncle John opened the session with a prayer and a short bible study on the topic of encouraging one another, our 23 or 24 players were split into blue and white captained by Uncle Ronnie and Bangshi respectively.
The first half saw six goals being shared equally between the two sides. After about 15 min of controlled play by the two teams, the whites opened the account of the day with a simple tap-in by Rusydi. The blues' goalie Michael Chua made a pass to his own central back after receiving a back pass from Deyi but the pass was weak and it was easily intercepted by speedy Rusydi for the goal. However, Samuel Pang equalised for the blues inside the penalty box 10 minutes later with a well-placed right foot shot after he ran around a defender to receive a simple pass from the midfield. 1 - 1.
After that, four more goals came in at nearly regular interval for the remaining half. Rusydi was on the scoresheet again with a well-timed volley that nearly blasted a hole through the net before Justin equalised for the blues again with a fierce right-footed shot after running clear of the whites' hapless goalie Bryan. 2 - 2. Few minutes later, the blues found themselves leading the game for the first time through first-timer Deyi. This time again, with a fierce right-footed shot after a running wide to the right of the whites' box. However, the whites were not to be undermined as they finally equalised at the dying minutes of the first half through Daniel Low. After a few neat passes between Rusydi, Jingzhong, Zac and Sheldon outside the blues' box, Daniel received a pass on the left inside the box and unleashed a low-driver beyond a helpless Hongyi (exchanged position with Michael Chua) towards the far right end of the goal mouth. 3 -3 at half-time.
The second half saw a few players like Raymond's friend and whites' goalie Bryan leaving early so Michael Chua switched to the whites team to balance the number. 15 min into the second half, Chun Heng demonstrated his speed and dribbling skills while holding to the ball well. He drifted from the left side of the field to the center at the edge of the blues' box. Seeing the whites' goalie Michael covering his angle too far out of his line, Chun Heng delivered a shot high above his head before it spun downwards towards the right corner of the net. The blues lead the game for the second time.
After calming down, the whites gathered momentum and launched attacks after attacks. The blues' lead was cancelled out by Jing Zhong 15 min later when he powered a shot from inside the blues' box at the middle after a clever pass from Rusydi and a fine run pass a defender. With 10 min of play left, Rusydi put his name on the scoresheet for the third and final time to give the white a final victory over the blues.
Final score 5 - 4.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Soccer Fellowship [28th June]
Soccer Fellowship is ON this Saturday, 28th June back at East Spring Secondary School. The session will be from 3 - 5 pm.
Please be reminded that the entrance to the field is next to Block 362. If you are driving, the multi-storey car park you should park at is at Block 359A. If unsure, please check the street directory map.
For team identification this week, please bring / wear a BLUE AND WHITE jersey.
See you on Saturday and please pray for good weather!
Please be reminded that the entrance to the field is next to Block 362. If you are driving, the multi-storey car park you should park at is at Block 359A. If unsure, please check the street directory map.
For team identification this week, please bring / wear a BLUE AND WHITE jersey.
See you on Saturday and please pray for good weather!
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Agape Cup Match Report #6 [22 June]
At 5.15pm, the weather was just perfect for a soccer game. We all knew this was a must-win game if we were to harbour any thoughts of advancing to the quarters and we were mentally prepared (if not physically!) to give our best.
We adopted a 4-3-2-1 (Christmas tree) formation with Maurice, Mark, James and Daniel at the back. Kee Min, Kevin and BangShi held the middle, and Rusydi and Uncle Ronnie played a little higher up with Justin as the lone striker. And Michael took the keeper position.
The formula appeared to be paying off as the two teams were more or less evenly matched for the first 20-25 minutes. While HMC tried to unsettle our defence down their flanks, PMC threatened with long throw-ins into their final third. However, it was HMC who drew first blood. A miscommunication allowed HMC to gain possesssion on their right of midfield and play was quickly transferred to their left midfield player who ran into the box before releasing a shot which went past Michael at the far post. HMC 1, PMC 0.
Although a bit discouraging, the goal actually increased our urgency and we surged forward in search of the equalizer. Our efforts were rewarded 10 minutes later when a long throw-in into the 6-yard box led to a goalmouth panic frenzy which allowed Justin to poke in the precious equalizer. Yes! 1-1. When the whistle blew for half-time, both teams were glad not to have conceded a second before the break.
A few substitutions were brought in after the break to introduce some fresh legs and more spring into our attack. This appeared to work as PMC started the 2nd half more lively and threatening. Unfortunately, a turnover of possession in the opponents' final third forced us on a desparate backfoot. HMC launched the ball into our half and their left winger latched on to the pass to unleash a shot into the back of the net despite Michael trying to close down the angle.
Before we could get over our shock, another counterattack saw HMC's striker 1-on-1 with Michael. HMC's striker coolly side-stepped Michael to slot the ball home. HMC 3 - PMC 1. By now, our spirits were deflated and it was no surprise that we conceded a final goal to end the match HMC 4 - PMC 1.
Though we lost this game, I felt the team was united and supported one another. While we showed we could hold our own for one half, clearly we need more focus, stamina and discipline to finish as well as we had begun. I'm sure we will learn from our experiences and improve our game as we play together more often to understand each other better.
Congratulations to Kevin on the arrival of his baby girl, Kayla! Please keep Kevin and his family in your prayers as they adjust to having a precious new life in their family. We will miss him for a while at soccer fellowship!
We adopted a 4-3-2-1 (Christmas tree) formation with Maurice, Mark, James and Daniel at the back. Kee Min, Kevin and BangShi held the middle, and Rusydi and Uncle Ronnie played a little higher up with Justin as the lone striker. And Michael took the keeper position.
The formula appeared to be paying off as the two teams were more or less evenly matched for the first 20-25 minutes. While HMC tried to unsettle our defence down their flanks, PMC threatened with long throw-ins into their final third. However, it was HMC who drew first blood. A miscommunication allowed HMC to gain possesssion on their right of midfield and play was quickly transferred to their left midfield player who ran into the box before releasing a shot which went past Michael at the far post. HMC 1, PMC 0.
Although a bit discouraging, the goal actually increased our urgency and we surged forward in search of the equalizer. Our efforts were rewarded 10 minutes later when a long throw-in into the 6-yard box led to a goalmouth panic frenzy which allowed Justin to poke in the precious equalizer. Yes! 1-1. When the whistle blew for half-time, both teams were glad not to have conceded a second before the break.
A few substitutions were brought in after the break to introduce some fresh legs and more spring into our attack. This appeared to work as PMC started the 2nd half more lively and threatening. Unfortunately, a turnover of possession in the opponents' final third forced us on a desparate backfoot. HMC launched the ball into our half and their left winger latched on to the pass to unleash a shot into the back of the net despite Michael trying to close down the angle.
Before we could get over our shock, another counterattack saw HMC's striker 1-on-1 with Michael. HMC's striker coolly side-stepped Michael to slot the ball home. HMC 3 - PMC 1. By now, our spirits were deflated and it was no surprise that we conceded a final goal to end the match HMC 4 - PMC 1.
Though we lost this game, I felt the team was united and supported one another. While we showed we could hold our own for one half, clearly we need more focus, stamina and discipline to finish as well as we had begun. I'm sure we will learn from our experiences and improve our game as we play together more often to understand each other better.
Congratulations to Kevin on the arrival of his baby girl, Kayla! Please keep Kevin and his family in your prayers as they adjust to having a precious new life in their family. We will miss him for a while at soccer fellowship!
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Photo from Sunday's Match
Here's the photo I took from Sunday's match. Doesn't look like we lost 4-1!Thursday, June 19, 2008
Soccer Fellowship Report [14th June]
PMC moved back to its old "homeground" at Springfield Secondary since East Spring Secondary is currently having its scouts camp. We welcomed Viji for the first time and Gabriel who had not joined us for quite a while.
The weather was rather nice and everyone gathered their pair of boots for a kick-about. The game was more likely to be a 9-aside game. So everyone would expect much more space to play around and the "offside" rule was not in-place.
The game kicked off with Kevin leading the white and Ronnie leading the blues. The whites started off well with great possession and some feet-to-feet passing before a throughball was made by Kevin to set JZ up for the first goal.
The blues then pressed on for an equaliser and they did it when some passing outside the box wasnt closed down fast enough allowing Ronnie to bring the ball into the box and brought an equaliser for the blues.
The goals came running wild for both sides that no one could keep track of it.
Around 10mins after kick-off from half-time, everyone had a feel of the blazing sun which grilled everyone on the pitch. The game slowed down a little due to the scorching heat.
When the whites conceded a goal, Kevin did a "one-man show" from kick off and went through the blues defence. On both attempts, Kevin managed to harass the blues defence and get something out of it. But the whites were far stronger and outscored the blues by at least a couple of goals through Gabriel.
Soon it was about time for a final goal. Both sides pressed on for that last goal, only to have the blues managing to secure the final goal.
In short, it was a good run-out for everyone to stay in touch for next week's Agape Cup with PMC still mathematically in for qualification.
The weather was rather nice and everyone gathered their pair of boots for a kick-about. The game was more likely to be a 9-aside game. So everyone would expect much more space to play around and the "offside" rule was not in-place.
The game kicked off with Kevin leading the white and Ronnie leading the blues. The whites started off well with great possession and some feet-to-feet passing before a throughball was made by Kevin to set JZ up for the first goal.
The blues then pressed on for an equaliser and they did it when some passing outside the box wasnt closed down fast enough allowing Ronnie to bring the ball into the box and brought an equaliser for the blues.
The goals came running wild for both sides that no one could keep track of it.
Around 10mins after kick-off from half-time, everyone had a feel of the blazing sun which grilled everyone on the pitch. The game slowed down a little due to the scorching heat.
When the whites conceded a goal, Kevin did a "one-man show" from kick off and went through the blues defence. On both attempts, Kevin managed to harass the blues defence and get something out of it. But the whites were far stronger and outscored the blues by at least a couple of goals through Gabriel.
Soon it was about time for a final goal. Both sides pressed on for that last goal, only to have the blues managing to secure the final goal.
In short, it was a good run-out for everyone to stay in touch for next week's Agape Cup with PMC still mathematically in for qualification.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Soccer Fellowship [14th June]
Soccer Fellowship is ON this Saturday, 14th June at our old home ground Springfield Secondary School. This is because the Scouts are having a camp at East Spring Secondary. The session will be from 3 - 5 pm as usual.
For those who have never joined us at Springfield Secondary before the address of the school is 30 Tampines Avenue 8, Singapore 529593. Refer to the map below if you are not sure how to get there. It's really close to Temasek Polytechnic.
Update: For those driving, the school car park is NOT available this Saturday so do park at the public car park behind the school.
For team identification this week, please bring / wear a BLUE AND WHITE jersey.
See you on Saturday and please pray for good weather!
For those who have never joined us at Springfield Secondary before the address of the school is 30 Tampines Avenue 8, Singapore 529593. Refer to the map below if you are not sure how to get there. It's really close to Temasek Polytechnic.
Update: For those driving, the school car park is NOT available this Saturday so do park at the public car park behind the school.
For team identification this week, please bring / wear a BLUE AND WHITE jersey.
See you on Saturday and please pray for good weather!
Monday, June 09, 2008
Agape Cup Match Report #5 [8th June]
It was fantastic weather that favoured all the soccer players on the field – windy and cloudy sky.
We were well prepared for this game because we were aware that we had to win the remaining matches. Therefore, Ronnie had an ideal starting line-up with 3 hard tackling midfielders, Bangshi, Kee Min & Bevan and 3 young and speedy wingers, Rusydi, Daniel and Jingzhong to choose from. Therefore, Kevin was selected to partner our No. 1 defender, Mark as the Centre Back with Daniel and Andy as Right and Left Back respectively. In the middle, we played a diamond formation with Ronnie as the defensive midfielder, Kee Min as the attacking midfielder, Bangshi on the left and Rusydi on the right. Forward, we had both Justin and John. In goal was our agile goalkeeper, Jeremy Tan. Everyone present was certainly motivated to start the game, and give his best for the day!
We were well prepared for this game because we were aware that we had to win the remaining matches. Therefore, Ronnie had an ideal starting line-up with 3 hard tackling midfielders, Bangshi, Kee Min & Bevan and 3 young and speedy wingers, Rusydi, Daniel and Jingzhong to choose from. Therefore, Kevin was selected to partner our No. 1 defender, Mark as the Centre Back with Daniel and Andy as Right and Left Back respectively. In the middle, we played a diamond formation with Ronnie as the defensive midfielder, Kee Min as the attacking midfielder, Bangshi on the left and Rusydi on the right. Forward, we had both Justin and John. In goal was our agile goalkeeper, Jeremy Tan. Everyone present was certainly motivated to start the game, and give his best for the day!
Playing a 4-5-1 formation, HP's midfield was “camping” in the middle for the first quarter of the game. We played well as a team but were unable to clear the ball out of trouble sometimes. With HP’s experience playing together for many years and on their home ground, they always kept possession of the ball and pressed wave after wave of attack. Unluckily, Jeremy dropped a shot and their No. 9 was there to shoot from close range. Baffled by the goal, PMC tried hard to counter and we were given a lifeline when Justin headed in a goal from a corner. Bravo! Score: 1-1
PMC was definitely boosted by Justin’s goal and we started dominating the middle to seek another goal. However, in one of HP’s attack, Jeremy spilled another shot and again their No. 9 was at the right place and at the right time to stab in the goal. Soon, we found out that Jeremy’s boots was torn and needed to change to a new pair. Thus, the referee gave PMC & HP some “breathing” time for Jeremy to put on Joel's boots.
However, before we could regain our situation, their No. 9 scored another 3 more goals (2 from speedy moves and 1 from a goalkick which Jeremy sent straight to him) which ended 5:1 to HP after the 1st half.
PMC was definitely boosted by Justin’s goal and we started dominating the middle to seek another goal. However, in one of HP’s attack, Jeremy spilled another shot and again their No. 9 was at the right place and at the right time to stab in the goal. Soon, we found out that Jeremy’s boots was torn and needed to change to a new pair. Thus, the referee gave PMC & HP some “breathing” time for Jeremy to put on Joel's boots.
However, before we could regain our situation, their No. 9 scored another 3 more goals (2 from speedy moves and 1 from a goalkick which Jeremy sent straight to him) which ended 5:1 to HP after the 1st half.
Substitutions were made at half time, Jingzhong coming on for John to start the game afresh. Formation was also changed to 4:5:1. Ronnie took over Kevin’s position and Kevin took the central position with Bangshi and Kee Min playing along with him. Jingzhong and Rusydi were playing on the left and right respectively with Justin as the lone striker.
The 2nd half was played with more possession on the ball and we were controlling the middle with Jingzhong and Rusydi running riots along their flanks. However, we created many chances but to no avail because either their defenders managed to dispossess us or the goalie saved the ball.
For the last 15 minutes, 3 more changes were made with Samuel Eyo coming in for Ronnie, Bevan coming in for Kee Min and Joel coming for Justin. With just a few touches, Joel toe poked a goal with only a half chance given when Mark took a free kick from our half and HP’s defender failed to clear it. Hooray! With that goal boosting up our morale, we pressed on for more goals as we had nothing to lose. Chances were created but again unsuccessful attempts on goal.
However, after a few close shave of danger lurking around our goalmouth, we conceded another goal scored from their No. 7, which was delivered by their No.9 player from their right wing.
Though we had lost this game, mathematically we can still qualify if we beat our next two opponents. This tournament has clearly showed us that we need to play together more often to understand each other better. I guess the mixture between the youth and veteran players will bring together the cohesion of two good soccer teams. Final score:
Hiding Place 6
Pentecost Methodist Church 2
I am looking forward to see everyone this coming Saturday, 14th June 2008 at Springfield Secondary School, 3 - 5pm for Soccer Fellowship!
The 2nd half was played with more possession on the ball and we were controlling the middle with Jingzhong and Rusydi running riots along their flanks. However, we created many chances but to no avail because either their defenders managed to dispossess us or the goalie saved the ball.
For the last 15 minutes, 3 more changes were made with Samuel Eyo coming in for Ronnie, Bevan coming in for Kee Min and Joel coming for Justin. With just a few touches, Joel toe poked a goal with only a half chance given when Mark took a free kick from our half and HP’s defender failed to clear it. Hooray! With that goal boosting up our morale, we pressed on for more goals as we had nothing to lose. Chances were created but again unsuccessful attempts on goal.
However, after a few close shave of danger lurking around our goalmouth, we conceded another goal scored from their No. 7, which was delivered by their No.9 player from their right wing.
Though we had lost this game, mathematically we can still qualify if we beat our next two opponents. This tournament has clearly showed us that we need to play together more often to understand each other better. I guess the mixture between the youth and veteran players will bring together the cohesion of two good soccer teams. Final score:
Hiding Place 6
Pentecost Methodist Church 2
[Justin & Joel]
I am looking forward to see everyone this coming Saturday, 14th June 2008 at Springfield Secondary School, 3 - 5pm for Soccer Fellowship!
Monday, June 02, 2008
Soccer Fellowship 'Special' Report [31st May]
Saturday arrived and I was looking forward to our 2nd 'Special' fellowship event of the year. The 1st saw us being educated on Sports Fitness and this time, we were going to get to know the people from the Pasir Ris community. We also welcomed for the 1st time Vijay and had with us Jonathan Jong and Jonathan Goh, who had been 'missing' for awhile.
There was a downpour before 3pm but still a group of 9 turned up at church for tea fellowship, worship and devotion. Maurice shared on how God knows each of us by name and the kind of God He is- not far off in a distance, but one who seeks a relationship with each and everyone of us. After devotion, we all kitted up in church before walking across the road to Loyang Primary School for the kickabout.
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Maurice getting ready
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Kitting up in the comfort of the church compound
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Kris strapping on his brand new Nike Air Zoom Total 90 III
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Thank you MOE & SCC for the free field!
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Jonathan Goh getting ready to strut his stuff
There weren't many other people there yet, so we started with a simple 4 vs 5 match. Soon, Darren came with his schoolmates and we formed teams of 5 to play 'winner stays'. There was some slick passing given the small field, and good teamwork between players. Sometimes, we had to rely on the extraordinary to score a goal- like Maurice's goalkick which looped over Michael's head to go straight into the net.
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Darren's team getting ready to launch another attack
In time, some boys from the neighbourhood joined us for the kickabout. They showed us what off-the-ball running and quick passing to feet really meant as they chalked up victory after victory against our less-coordinated teams. Only Ronnie seemed to be able to cope well with their pace and dexterity, given his experience from yesteryear. It was only after Rusydi arrived and some acclimatisation that the team of Jingzhong, Daniel, Michael, Jonathan Jong and Rusydi chalked up a victory. The other teams were quickly brushed aside.
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Mike getting ready to deliver another looong goal-kick
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Everyone waiting for play to start from Mike's goal-kick
Play went on until about 530pm when players started to trickle away, leaving 3 teams and finally just 2. By 6pm, everyone had enough and packed up for the day. It was good fellowship among everyone that turned up and we thank God for MOE/SSC's 'Free-to-Play Field' programme that has given us this opportunity to have fun together.
There was a downpour before 3pm but still a group of 9 turned up at church for tea fellowship, worship and devotion. Maurice shared on how God knows each of us by name and the kind of God He is- not far off in a distance, but one who seeks a relationship with each and everyone of us. After devotion, we all kitted up in church before walking across the road to Loyang Primary School for the kickabout.
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Maurice getting ready.jpg)
Kitting up in the comfort of the church compound.jpg)
Kris strapping on his brand new Nike Air Zoom Total 90 III.jpg)
Thank you MOE & SCC for the free field!.jpg)
Jonathan Goh getting ready to strut his stuff.jpg)
Darren's team getting ready to launch another attackIn time, some boys from the neighbourhood joined us for the kickabout. They showed us what off-the-ball running and quick passing to feet really meant as they chalked up victory after victory against our less-coordinated teams. Only Ronnie seemed to be able to cope well with their pace and dexterity, given his experience from yesteryear. It was only after Rusydi arrived and some acclimatisation that the team of Jingzhong, Daniel, Michael, Jonathan Jong and Rusydi chalked up a victory. The other teams were quickly brushed aside.
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Mike getting ready to deliver another looong goal-kick.jpg)
Everyone waiting for play to start from Mike's goal-kick
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