Andreas Gomez turned in a man of the match performance scoring four times to lead the Magic to victory in a clinical display of counter attacking Futsal against fellow top of the table leaders the Mascot Vipers.

Sydney Magic got off to the best possible start early on when Maloney carried the ball quickly out of defence down the right side then passed to Gomez who side stepped a couple of challenges to slot the ball home.

The Magic then made it 2-0 when Fazzalaro dispossessed a Vipers player took the ball down court passed the ball to Gomez looming in support and he coolly slotted the ball home.

Billy Dimitropoulos then went close when he twice lobbed the ball over his head past a defender but his goal attempt went wide.

The half settled into a pattern of the Vipers dominating possession with quick and skilful passing and movement with Yav Ekinci at the heart of most of their play. Sydney Magic were defending solidly denying their opponents space and then swiftly counter attacking.

The Vipers got back into the game when Nick Hanna accurately lifted the ball over the defence for Yav Ekinci to run on to and reduce the deficit to 2-1. Almost immediately after PCYC keeper Peter Spathis was at full stretch to snatch the ball off the feet of Ekinci and prevent a certain goal.

After the break Christian Berrios went close with a shot from distance and the immediate counter attack down court saw a Fazzalaro goal bound shot deflect away for a corner.

PCYC then opened up a significant lead when Gomez picked the ball up deep in his own half carried the ball forward passed to Calixto who passed slipped the ball back for Gomez to run on and slam the ball home to make it 3-1.

Gomez then scored his and the Magics fourth goal when Peter Spathis quickly released the ball down court to Gomez who got behind the defence to neatly nick the ball over the advancing keeper. The Magic then put the game out of reach when Billy Dimitropoulos received the ball with his back to goal then swivelled around and slammed the ball home to make it 5-1.

The Vipers gave themselves some hope when Jeffery Issa robbed a defender ran on and slotted the ball past the keeper. Just after Cristian Berrios slipped the ball to Robert Issa whose shot crashed against the upright and away to safety.

But the Vipers hope was short lived as Calixto grabbed two late goals for the Magic to seal a fine 7-2 victory.

The Magic sealed the win on the back of a disciplined and hard working defensive performance that denied and frustrated a skilful Vipers team any space to work in and a clinical counter attacking display when going forward.

Source : Football NSW
Published : 16/11/2008

08 – 09 Football NSW Futsal Super League Sutherland vs. Northern Tigers was played today at the Brickpit Indoor Sports Centre, Dartford Road, Thornleigh. The results are shown below;

Under 12 Boys, Sutherland 4 vs Northern Tigers 3
Under 14 Boys, Sutherland 1 vs. Northern Tigers 1
Under 13 Girls, Sutherland 5 vs. Northern Tigers 3
Under 16 Boys, Sutherland 3 vs. Northern Tigers 3
Under 16 Girls, Sutherland 0 vs. Northern Tigers 10
Under 19 Youth Men, Sutherland 4 vs. Northern Tigers 3
All Age Women, Sutherland 2 vs. Northern Tigers 5
All Age Men, Sutherland 4 vs. Northern Tigers 4

Source : Sutherland Shire Futsal
By : J Simnett
Published : 15/11/2008

Round 6 of the NSW Premier League saw the Forty Winks Campbelltown City Quake Futsal Club travel to the Olympic precinct to meet the might of the Inner West Allstars. The result was not what we expected as Quake came home with just 7 Club Championship points, in 1 win and two draws.

12 boys – Quake 0 – IWAS 3

The result did not really tell the story of the match. It was Quake’s lack of finishing that let them down on the day. On the other hand, IWAS took their chances and deserved the win. Jack Taseski had a strong game for Quake.

14 boys – Quake 12 (Pat Antelmi 4, Bruno Antelmi 1, Jake McGing 2, Daniel Vellonio 3, Marko Vukovic 1 and Shannon Fielding 1) – IWAS 2.

As the score suggests, this was an extremely convincing win by this very strong side that just keeps improving. The smaller in size but very skilful IWAS team was no match for Quake. After going to the break at 3-nil, the boys from Campbelltown put away a further 9 goals in the second half to establish themselves as genuine contenders for this year’s title. Whilst it was entirely a team effort, Pat Antelmi and Daniel Vellonio were best for Quake.

13 girls – Quake 1 (Lucy Chapman) – IWAS 4

In this game, Quake created plenty of chances but their inability to convert cost the dearly. After conceding an early soft goal, Quake came back via a Lucy Chapman goal. However, the difference was IWAS number 11, Kristen Gabrielli, who was superb on the day. Best for Quake was Lucy Chapman.

16 boys – Quake 5 (Pat Antelmi 2, Guy Goodwin Saeed Colley , OG 1) – IWAS 5

This was the most exciting match of the day. The game finished in a 5-all draw and Quake had a chance to win it as they were awarded a 10 m penalty on full time. They were unsuccessful in converting it, but a 5-all draw was probably a fair result in the end. Quake twice came back from being behind, highlighting their fighting spirits. The 16’s squad was bolstered by Pat Antelmi, Jake McGing, Daniel Vellonio, Marko Vukovic and Bruno Antelmi from the 14 boys, who were outstanding.

16 girls – Quake 1 (Linda Dudek) – IWAS 3

We forecasted this game to be a good one, and I don’t think it disappointed anyone. This was a game of two halves. The first half was dominated by Quake, who took the lead via a Linda Dudek goal. But IWAS showed what a truly great team they are and fired 3 great goals in the second half and took the match 3-1. Best for Quake was Ivana Bojanovic.

Youth Men – Quake 1 (Daniel Fulton) – IWAS 1

Once again, these 2 teams proved how even they are. Their last 4 encounters have finished in draws after regular time, twice going to extra time. We must be honest and say that the evenness of these teams did not allow for a more open game. It was more of an arm wrestle, as they tried to find weaknesses they could exploit. After a scoreless first half, IWAS took the lead via Daniel Fogarty. When Coach Dom Helene introduced Ediz Alpkaya, it brought instant results as he played a ball to Daniel Fulton who converted. The game’s finish was a little anti-climatic, as neither team could find the winner, but we are certain this rivalry will continue as the season unfolds.

Women – Quake 0 – IWAS 3

Another tight game, where a scoreless first half set up the challenge for both teams. It was IWAS who took on this challenge and scored 3 quick goals to settle the match. Quake played well and had a few chances which could have turned the match. However, it was not to be on the night and IWAS came out deserved winners.

Men – Quake 2 (Dean Lockhart, Danny Martinez) – IWAS 6

With 6 Futsalroos on show, the pace was fast and furious. Unfortunately for the team from Campbelltown, it was the Allstars who took the initiative. It was their Defensive effort that set up the win, negating Quake’s attacking fluency. Too often, Quake was totally predictable in attack, easily defended by the experienced IWAS team. After conceding an early goal, Bully Lockhart found the equaliser, but Quake were still struggling breaking down the well organised IWAS team. Whilst at the other end, Quake could not cope with the finishing of Tim Mascarello. After losing Lockhart to a second yellow card when the score was 1-3 in favour of IWAS, the rest of the match was a struggle. Uncharacteristic mistakes, fouls and lack of cohesion summed up the night for Quake.

Quake are at home to the Commodores next Saturday from 2 pm.

Source : Campbelltown Quake
By : Carlos Martinez
Published : 16/11/2008

Round 3 of the Tasmanian Supa Liga saw some big results in what was the first ever leg held in Launceston. The North of the state were given a great first up match between the Tasmanian Islanders Southern Youth team and the Newstead Blues. The Newstead side who were missing suspended playmakers Simon Napier and Michael Grey showed an amazing turn around of form on home turf to give the previously impressive Southern Youth side a very tough game. Newstead took an early 3-1 lead in the game at half time through great leadership and finishing by star player Greg Duffy but it was not long until the impressive young Southern Youth side hit their straps with a resurgent start to the second half led by chargers Matt Chapman and Trent Pearce. The game went right down to the wire and with a late flurry the youth team found themselves ahead 4-3 in the dying minutes before a goalkeeping error by the usually exceptional Ricky Chew gifted the Newstead side an equaliser. Drama was not done yet and in the final seconds of the game the Youth team were awarded a penalty after a foul in the box on attacker Jamie Vernon. With the game in his hands Captain Trent Pearce’s penalty was saved by an exceptional block by Blues keeper Tim Adams to end the game at 4-4. Goalscorers were M.Chapman 3 and J.Vernon 1 for the Youth Team and for the Blues it was G.Duffy with all 4.

Tassal Stripes made it two wins from two games with an impressive 13-5 victory over the Tasmanain Islanders Northern Youth team. The Stripes controlled the game from start to finish and solid finishing gave them all three points once again to lift them up the table into second position. Goals for the stripes were scored by Jason Dawes 4, Jon Foley-Donaghue 3, Huw Jarvis 2, Gavin Wailes 2, Fred Assenheimer 1, Seth Van Heyster 1 and for the Northern Youth goals came from Jordan Wright 2, Matt Smith 1, Michael Townsend 1 and an own goal.

Sandy Bay Storm resisted a late second half charge against fellow southern team Hobart Utd this week with a less than comfortable 11-7 victory. After strolling in the first half the Storm were a little too relaxed and let United in with a late flurry but held off in the end to secure the win and continue as undefeated. Competition leading scorer Corey Smith netted 5 goals with Jacob Gordon netting 3, Igor Sao Jose 1, Callan Griffin 1 and an own goal while for United Peter Otto scored 2, Peter Songa 2, Andrew Otto 1, Stefan Kowalik 1 and an own goal.

Next week sees the top side Sandy Bay Storm come up against the tournament dark horse in Northern Fusion and many are tipping an upset by the Fusion who are returning to battle after a week off against the Storm who will be missing competition top scorer Corey Smith and possibly star import Igor Sao Jose this week. The competition is a split round with this game at Moonah Sports Centre at 6pm.

Northern Youth will look to shake off their poor start when they come up against fellow strugglers Newstead Blues although the Blues will be stiff competition coming off the back of an impressive display in round
3 while the final game of round 4 will see a blockbuster game at 7pm at Moonah between the undefeated Tassal Stripes and Tasmanian Islanders Southern Youth side. The youth team will look to upset the high flying stripes and peg back second spot on the table while dependant on other results the stripes could threaten the Storm strangehold on first place.

Ladder – Sandy Bay Storm 9, Tassal Stripes 6, Tas. Islanders Southern Youth 4, Northern Fusion 3, Newstead Blues 1, Hobart Utd 0, Tas.
Islanders Northern Youth 0

Goalscorers – C.Smith (Storm) 10, K.Grillas (Storm) 9, J.Dawes (Stripes) 5, J.Fielding (Storm) 5

Source : Tas Futsal
Published : 14/11/2008

Round 6, Nothern Tigers vs. Sutherland to be played at the Brickpit Indoor Sports Centre, Dartford Road, Thornleigh. Each match will start 15 minutes later than usual as agreed by both Clubs and Football NSW Futsal.

Under 12 Boys, Northern Tigers vs. Sutherland 2.15pm Kick Off
Under 14 Boys, Northern Tigers vs. Sutherland 3.00pm Kick Off
Under 13 Girls, Northern Tigers vs. Sutherland 3.45pm Kick Off
Under 16 Boys, Northern Tigers vs. Sutherland 4.30pm Kick Off
Under 16 Girls, Northern Tigers vs. Sutherland 5.15pm Kick Off
Under 19 Youth Men, Northern Tigers vs. Sutherland 6.00pm Kick Off
All Age Women, Northern Tigers vs. Sutherland 6.45pm Kick Off
All Age Men, Northern Tigers vs. Sutherland 7.30pm Kick Off

Source : Sutherland Shire Futsal
Published : 13/11/2008

Friday the 7th November 2008 saw the official opening of the new Indoor Sport Hall at Endeavour Sports High School, Caringbah in front of year 8 students and special guests.

The ceremony was chaired by Endeavour Sports High School, Captains, Sheree Moore and Timothy Smart. It all started with a customary Welcome to Country by Aboriginal students JC Webb and TJ Kelly, National anthem of Australia sung by Sheree Moore and a Welcome address from the School Principal Mrs Sue Cran.

In her address Mrs Cran acknowledged the support of both the Federal and State Governments in funding this special learning space. Mrs Cran also acknowledged the attendance of special guests Hon Mr Ian West MLC, Mr Lee Evans School P&C, Hon Mr. Scott Morrison Federal Member for Cook, Hon Mr. Malcolm Kerr MP Member for Cronulla, DET regional Staff and representatives of the construction company Brisland Pty Ltd and Community groups such as Mr Jonathan Simnett President, Sutherland Shire Futsal Association Incorporated.

Mrs Cran also indicated that the State has committed $10M to Sports High Schools in the coming years to address facility issues across the region.

After a introduction by Mr David Davids ESHS Director of Sport and a message from the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Education, Employment and Workplace Relaitions and Minister for Social Inclusion Mrs. Julie Guillard the new gym was officially opened by Mr. Ian West MLC with the plaque unvailed. The School Captains thanked Mr. West for this opportunity. One student said “Its not just a gym its a new classroom”.

Special guests and students then witnessed Mrs Cran cut the red ribbon making it official. Guests saw from ESHS Students displays of Netball, Basketball, Trampolining and Futsal.

This official opening confirms the commitment of the School to the Sport of Futsal. It also confirms the commitment of the Futsal Association to the life of the School. Jonathan Simnett has also been proposed to membership of the School P & C.

Source : Sutherland Shire Futsal
Published : 10/11/2008

This game was a opportunity to play one of the teams in the top 5, the Parramatta Blueberries. We decided to hypothetically concede two goals to the opposition before we took to the court.

The opening period saw the Blueberries attacking and we were unable to get out of our half or hold possession. Jessica was very busy in goals but eventually was beaten and that made the hypothetical score “3-0″ against us.

Bronte started making some breaks down the left flank and was rewarded with a goal (“3-1″). Natalie was very strong at the back and the scoring opportunities dried up for the Blueberries. Taylor and Mikhaela started dominating the mid court and soon Morgan had scored. Now we were “3-2″ down.

The half time talk was all about keeping possession and finding another goal to level the “scores” (now were are not 2-1 up we are 3-2 down).

Kirrily’s goal did just that when play resumed with a top spinning low shot. Natalie beat two players and smashed the ball at the goal, only to see it hit the post and come back. We didnt rest and kept attacking, so did the Blueberries.

They hammered our goal but thanks to some great saves from Player of the Match Morgan only netted one goal. Our intensity was at 100% for the entire match. We came off the court “4-3″ down but we all soon realised (although not all at the same time) that the actual score was a 3-2 win for Sutherland.

From this experiment the players learned that they could play with 100% intensity for the whole game and not relax when in the lead. Taylor, Natalie, and Morgan stayed back to help out the G16 girls team.

Well done to all the girls and we look forward to seeing you step up against Northern Tigers at Thornleigh this coming weekend.

Source : Sutherland Shire Futsal
By : Peter Ellis
Published : 13/11/2008

Round 6 – Dural WarriorsSunday 16th November 2008

Venue: Home (Marrickville PCYC)

Amended Kick Off times:
Boys U12 – 12:00pm
Boys U14 – 12:45pm
Girls U13 – 1:30pm
Boys U16 – 2:15pm
Girls U16 – 3:00pm
Youth Mens – 3:45pm
Open Women – 4:30pm
Open Men – 5:15pm

Source : Sydney Benfica FC
Published : 13/11/2008

The Inaugural round for the Melbourne Futsal League got underway last Sunday 9th November.

Australian Futsal Group hosted the first round at the newly built Caroline Springs Leisure Centre.

Four under 11 teams competed with the first match concluding in a close 2 – 2 draw between the host team Australian Futsal Group and the Cobras Futsal Club.

This was the first time, for many of the players, competing in an elite standard competition complete with our national anthem, three referees and a complete professional approach. The nerves were quite obvious at the beginning but it didn’t take long for the kids to settle down and start showing why they are amongst Melbourne’s best.

The standard was very high with players using all the tricks flare and tactical manoeuvres they could to try and get an ascendency on their opponents. The crowd in the show court were notably entertained, getting right into the spirit of things with many games going right to the wire.

There wasn’t much between the top teams, with these matches drawing lots of emotional responses from players, coaches and crowd alike.

The Under 13’s competition gets underway at Caroline Springs this coming Sunday 16th November with five teams competing.

It promises to be very entertaining.

Click here for further information on the Melbourne Futsal League.

Source : Football Federation Victoria
Published : 12/11/2008

SUCCESSFUL TOURNAMENT FOR FFAA WOMENS TEAM

The FFAA Womens side whilst finishing 5th overall in the European Cup did return home as winners of the 2nd division and are shown below with their medals and winners trophy.

President of the UEFS was suitably impressed by the teams performance that he has asked the FFAA executive to consider holding a ladies Oceanic Cup involving the Russian team and others during 2009 in Australia and has also invited FFAA sides to participate in Men’s, Ladies, Veterans and Youth tournaments during 2009.

Source : Futsal 5 A-Side Australia
Published : 13/11/2008