Saturday 21st August 2010

Saturday 21st August 2010
Under 6
Wyatt Avenue, Belrose
Beacon Hill Bears v Wakehurst Crocodiles

The final game for the Bears was a fitting end to the season. The teams were evenly matched and the game hard fought.

This week, Bianca Raffin was awarded the Player of the Match for her great efforts which resulted in her scoring a well-earned goal. Encouragement awards went to all the Bears for a great season.

The Bears have really developed well as a team during this season and they would like to play together again next year.

After the game, the Bears and their families celebrated the end of the season over lunch at the Belrose Hotel. It was great to end the season together this way as it really has been an enjoyable season thanks to a terrific coach, Gill, and a great bunch of kids and their families.

Report by Megan Nunn

Saturday 14th August 2010

Saturday 14th August 2010
Under 6
Lionel Watts, Frenchs Forest
Beacon Hill Bears v Wakehurst Whales

It was great to be out playing in warmer weather this week.

The first half of the game was close with very little between the teams and it was great to see the Bears playing as a team. All of the players were staunch in defence, their tackling was fantastic and they were really trying to work together in their attacking play with the players passing the ball to one another.

Although the Bears tried their best in the second half, the Wakehurst Whales were in the zone and managed to score some great goals.

This week, Sophie Davis was awarded the Player of the Match for playing her best game of the season. Sophie got really involved in the play and going for the ball, well done Sophie.

Encouragement Awards went to all the Bears for all of their efforts and for trying to give it their best shot.

Report by Megan Nunn

Saturday 7th August 2010

Saturday 7th August 2010
Under 6
Melwood Oval, Forestville
Beacon Hill Jackals v Wakehurst Whales

Once again the Jackals come up against some tough opposition in the form of the Whales and once again they proved themselves worthy competitors. They never stopped running and it has been pleasing to note their increasing game awareness as the season has progressed.

Harvey never stopped trying in his best game of the season and was rewarded with a goal in the second half. Isabella did well to take a brutal ball to the leg and yet was keen not to miss a minute and got straight back out there. As always, Oliver was keen to get down and dirty for the benefit of the team. Jaiden's perseverance and determination has paid off and he is reaping the rewards in the development of his skills.

Players of the Day were Isabella, Jaiden and Harvey and Harvey was the team's only goal scorer of the day.

Report by Lisa Thompson

Saturday 7th August 2010
Under 8
David Thomas, Manly Vale
Beacon Hill Cheetahs 2 v Seaforth Crows 6

Wow! What an exciting game! The score doesn't quite tell the story in this case.

The girls put up a great fight against a very strong all-boys team. Jessica scored two fantastic goals and Tiana, Mahalia and Sarah had such fantastic shots at goal that it was just plain unlucky they didn't go in.

Bianca made some amazing saves in goal – good work Bianca. With Jacinta off injured and Olivia off early in the first half, Taylor and Pippa worked tirelessly in defence with Pippa earning the well-deserved tag of 'Marker of the Year'.

It was such an exciting game to watch.
Well done girls – we are very proud of you!

Report by Natali Calci

Saturday 7th August 2010
Under 9
David Thomas, Manly Vale
Beacon Hill Storm v Manly Vale Vultures

Despite the bitter cold, the boys in the U9 Storm soccer team came out energized and fighting this weekend. Playing a team that had previously beaten them 6-2, the Storm were eager to show off their improved skills and determination.

The first goal of the day was a testament to team effort. With brilliant passing between Cooper and Francis, the boys were able to get to get the ball to a well-placed Daniel, who popped the ball into the nets.

The boys' defence was on show today, with Daniel, Oskar, Ronan and Jeremy forming a solid wall of defence around the goals, and our formidable goalie, Ferdi.

Reece showed intense focus and kept the pressure up the whole game, while Thomas was a diligent marker. Cooper scored the second goal of the day, to much cheering from the enthusiastic mums on the sideline.

Mentions are definitely worthy for Oskar, who was focused as goalie in the second half, and Josh who was a very determined marker and wouldn't let his opponent out of his sight.

The game finished up 2-0 to a very proud and happy Storm.

Josh was awarded the Player of the Match, and Reece was given the Encouragement Award.

Report by Pamela Johnston