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 Round 5: Match Reports
U16A
St Bernards
24.17.161 def Albion 6.2.38
Goals: Andrew Grosso, Thomas Lynch & Luke Madden 3, Simon Caven,
Luke Sullivan, David Wall & Jack Wheeler 2, Matthew Borzillo,
Bradley Cooper, Kieran Farrell, Sam Jones, Jonathon Rose, Jordan
Schroder, Matthew Stapleton.
Best: Jordan Schroder, Tom Sullivan, Matthew Stapleton, Sam Jones,
Andrew Grosso, Jack Wheeler.
No match report
received
U16D
St Bernards 14.10.94
def Spotswood 8.9.57
Goals: Adrian Dixon, Marcus Giansiracusa, Andrew Graham & Will
Sullivan 2, Patrick O’Connell, Jake Van Meel, James Weir
Best: James Weir, James DeLeur, Daniel Riley, Andrew Graham, Liam
Jilla, Will Sullivan
Two weeks ago at the pit we were beaten by Spotswood by 3
points-suddenly we had to play them again last Sunday at Spotswood??
With 8 players on the bench we rotated a lot better this time and won
the game coming away. Thanks to the Spotswood coach for agreeing to let
us have the extra player. James Weir played a super game along with
James Deleur. James came back strong after a knock to head. Also good
to see our kicking improving & getting rid of the ball on our
non-preferred side. Adrian Dixon & Patrick Connell who both played
less than two quarters both contributed to the win with some good
goals. It was also good to have Will Sullivan back who also played well.
If we all stick together and play as a team we will be a force!
Mel Beyer
U14A
St Bernards 8.18.66
v St Albans 9.11.65
It is great to secure another win as we all have been working extremely
hard over the last two weeks, 4 points is the reward.
Following 3 good quarters of hard contested football, our final quarter
allowed the opposition to gain the lead for the 1st time in the game
with only minutes to go. We all dug deep during this pressure situation
and with true St Bernards spirit finished strongly to snatch the
victory. There was lots of courage and effort shown by many players
during the game as no one gave up.
Considering that we made some simple errors we are using the footy a
lot better, consistently running in numbers, using our leg speed,
providing strong leads and hitting targets by hand and foot on a more
regular basis and playing more as a team. Our game style and structure
is consolidating and we are playing some good A grade football. We do
however need to be more consistent over the entire 4 quarters; this
should come with more experience. Well done guys, a great game and a
well deserved win. We look forward to our round 6 game this week.
Remember: Good performances are a result of hard work. You get out of
football what you put in!!!!!
Best: All 21 players who pulled on the St Bernards jumper.
Goals: Adam Bevanda 2, Tony Plazanic 2, John Iannello 1, Nicholas
Madden 1, Max Paoli1, Nicholas Quinn 1.
U14C
ST Bernards 12.3.75
def Altona Juniors 1.8.14
Goals: Robert Berezdecky 4, Jayden Foster 3, Tom Madden 2, Jeremy
Sullivan, Edward Connelly, Matthew Bergin
Best: Sam Woods, Lachlan Appleby, Tom Madden, Edward Connelly, Zac
O'Halloran, Michael DiPaolo, Tom Saundry, Robert Berezdecky, Simon
Walshe
Excellent Team effort. Started the game like they just got out of bed,
but to the credit of the team, put slow start behind us and lifted to
last weeks standard. The team was put under pressure with injuries to
three players and Daniel O'Connell being a late withdrawal. Hence we
had no interchange in last quarter and needed every player to stand up
and which they did. A few acts of courage and 1,2,3 efforts by Sam W
and Josh P. By running back with the ball over his head to get a fist
on, takes courage Josh. Big improvement by these boys in the last few
weeks - Tim R, Lachlan A, Simon W, Rob B, and our little live wire
Jezza.
Thanks to all helpers on the day and to Molly for the care and lollies
that were much appreciated by the coach/players at half time.
Big game vs Hoppers Crossing this week.
GOOD TEAMS HAVE TEAM PLAYERS AND GREAT MUMS.....HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY.
U12A
St Bernards12.16.88 defeated Glenorden 1.2.8
Best: Chris O’Bree, Adorno, Disipio, Bowler, Utri, Tormey, Sauro,
Wallis, Jaggard, Deleur, Isaacs, Sibbald, Gilmore
Goals: Disipio (3), Sauro (3), Sibbald (2), Caven, Deleur, Jaggard,
Bowler.
Significantly, last week one of the other junior teams reported a leg
injury (L I). Junior President Paul Madden moved quickly,
immediately declaring that the U12A group be quarantined to prevent the
spread of L I which had clearly become an epidemic within that
group. He also ordered that there be no movement of players
between the three U12 teams.
Since then we have had to train on our own in the carpark.
The Essendon footballers came to training on Monday and where were the
U12A’s? On their own, on the soccer pitch, running around in the
dark, and not enjoying the training drills with their Essendon
heroes. Desperate measures implemented to prevent the spread of L
I. But we understand they are for the good of the Club. We
suffer in silence. This week we welcomed back Matt Falvey, after a long
overseas
pre-season. His father Gary, always a willing helper, was asked
to run water. He was unable to do so because… in the last week of
the trip, he rolled his ankle. And just when we thought L I was
on the wane.
We welcomed Glenorden to the Pit and sent them packing. We played
our best running game. Coach Damo was delighted with the way we
kicked to position, handballed to each other and matched our opponents
in contesting the hard ball. It was an even performance where we
kicked three goals in each quarter, but also too many behinds and four
out on the full. Our performance has improved dramatically
because our good players continue to play very well, and now some of
our lesser recognized players are beginning to believe in themselves
and play exciting footy. Marcus Disipio kicked the first three
goals of the match using his great strength. Chris O’Bree and
Liam Bowler again dived in almost recklessly to win the hard
ball. Liam managed to finally kick a goal that he has been
threatening to kick for the last few weeks.
When Michael Sauro was moved up forward, he became a dangerous target
and kicked three goals in the last quarter. At half forward,
Lucas Adorno now has the confidence to go for his marks and is an
attacking option for us. Matt Falvey picked up the pace of the
game as the match went on. Tom Lewis is a creative player.
Jayden Ristevski, Ethan Baker and Lukas Steel both dashed at the ball
with confidence. Callum O’Sullivan and Sam Santoro improve each
week and with them, so does the team.
Well done to everyone!
U12 B
St Bernards 5-2-32
lost Flemington 9-3-57
A great day for footy and what a great game we had against Flemington.
The boy’s were a bit slow out of the block’s after Captain’s Charlie
and Will won the toss and kicked with the wind. The game developed into
a close and exciting battle until the end. The boy’s trailed at three
quarter time by 3 goals and gave it a terrific crack but ran out of
steam to go down by 4 goals at the final siren.
Congratulations to the
boy’s for not throwing up the white flag and showing terrific
determination. Some players had great games, Tommy Dore show great
skills in getting many positions around the ground, Campbell Mckenna
played his best game and ran the ball forward taking on the opposition
at every opportunity, Charlie Vague once again played a strong game
winning many possessions from the centre and worked hard all day, Alec
Binn’s found some great form in the second half Nicholas K and Nicholas
C. also won many possessions and played well. Some of the new boy’s who
haven’t played a lot of footy continue to show improvement, Christian,
Thomas, Anthony, and Jordan for his first game. Some boy’s have a lot
of improvement to do so work hard at the basic’s at training and with
your footy homework, practice practice practice. Welcome to the new
boy’s Jordan, Michael, Leonard, Jake and their families.
We wish all the Mum’s and Grand Mum’s a very happy and enjoyable
mother’s day.
Well done boy’s a great effort.
Best:Tom Dore, Campbell Mckenna, Charlie Vague, Alec Binns, Nicholas K.
Nicholas C. Joel C. Christian M.
Goal Kicker’s: Campbell 2,Alec.1,Nick.K.1,Nick.C.1.
Footnote: One of our white board’s has accidently gone missing from the
room’s. It has THINK written on the back in blue texta.
Also Tom Dore’s St.Bernard’s jacket was picked up by mistake, it has
his name clearly marked on jacket.
If anyone find’s either item could they give them to Sarah Vague Friday
night at training. Thank’s
The Kennel Keeper.
U12D
St Bernard’s 2.4 16
def Flemington Juniors 1.2.8
Goals: Matthew Bell 1, (first goal in footy) Ambroise Attard 1.
Best: Ambroise Attard, Christopher Williams, Liam Collins, Lachlan
Perryman, Daniel Vella, Matthew Bell, Liam Grech, Luke Attard,
James
Kenny, Bailey Packham, Tom Monaghan, Hugh McLaughlin
What a difference it makes when you play as a team, we got our bums
down and handballed out of the packs which created space for our
running game.
We played the top side and the score board is not a true indication of
how much play we had. Our players put their bodies first and were more
desperate for the ball, our ruck work was excellent, well done Michael
Smith, Joseph Prencipe and Matthew Caterall.
Our defenders were sensational they held there positions and fought
hard for the ball, our forward line tried very hard with great tackles
and keeping the ball in our attacking 50 for most of the game.
Special mention to Daniel Vella, Christopher Williams, (Great sweeper
across the backline) Luke Attard, Michael Diamandis, Liam Collins,
James Kenny, and Thomas Grech for the great tackles they laid on the
opposition. Well done boys!
Our overall work rate was excellent, credit to all the boys, we did not
give in!
It was pleasing to see the boys taking the next step in their football
development, working together and enjoying their footy.
Captains: Daniel Vella & Ambroise Attard
Overall it was TEAMWORK that won us the game!
Again credit to all the boys!
U10 Red
St Bernard's 7-15-57
defeated St Albans 2-2-14
Goals: Luke B 3, Charles B 1, Lachlan M 1, Ryan S 1, Lachlan B 1
Another early start for the boys, and after a vigorous training session
on the Friday night the boys were keen to hit the ground running
against the St Albans team. Unfortunately what we seemed to hit the
most of was the post! a total of 6 for the match!! Never the less you
could not question the boy's work ethic and their ability to work
together as a team and keep the ball moving forward.
Captain for the day was Luke B, and he did not let us down, some great
take a way's out of the middle, plenty of run, kicked well to hit
targets and capped it off with 3 goals, Jordy F is fantastic at getting
the ball out of the packs and continuously gives us plenty of drive,
Aiden B, Ryan S, Charles B, Lachy B , Lachy M, all gave us lots of run
and carry and were hard at it all day. Ash U is one of our best players
each week very reliable and versatile, with the ability to read the
play very well. Jack T took a big hit, yet bounced back and was a solid
contributor for the team . Happy Gilmour always gives us a spark, can't
wait to see his celebrations when he kicks a goal, for the Happy
Dance!! it's coming Happy!!
As a coach it's terrific to see improvement from players, Zach
C has knuckled down with his footy and his run down of an
opponent and smother were highlights on Sunday the sort of team
lifting efforts you look for, good work Zach, Jack M has shown quite a
bit in the last 2 games and is making his mark in a variety of
positions, Marcus B is another player who is starting to get a bit of
the ball and his confidence is building, Lachy C puts in each week and
is laying some great tackles and also keeps his head over the ball
really well. Ethan G is doing some awesome work in the ruck and
contests really well. Nick D, Dylan G and Patrick M are all showing
that can play some really good footy.
Boy's let's remember to get to the games on time, makes it a lot
easier for the coaching staff to be organised, this week we have
Williamstown away, check out the rotation schedule, the website, news
letter for time of game, it looks like a 8.50 start this week so try to
get there no later than 8.30.
U9 Red
St Bernards vs Point
Cook
What a fantastic team effort! The U9 reds had a big big win today. 89 -
8 at home. The ball stayed in our forward line most of the day and so
did most of our team. More work on keeping our positions!! Patrick
Willach kicked his first goal in U9 football. (Well done Pat)
Christian played a fantastic game and Luke Creighton applied the tackle
of the day. (don't think the Point Cook fella appreciated it though).
Well done boys.
U9 White
St Bernard’s 4 - 7 -
31 lost Williamstown Jnrs 5 - 10 - 40.
Captain: Nicholas V.
Goals: Lewis, Fabian, Nick D, Nick V
Best: Myles, Connor, Lewis, Jordan, Nick V, Bradley, Joshua, Marcus.
What a game !!!! The crowd sure got their money's worth from this
game, even if it was free entry. A scoreless first half that saw
a very slick Williamstown go to the long break with a handy 32 point
lead. The second half saw the boys knuckle down, man up and
started to play the gutsy brand of football they had been working on
for the past 4 weeks. Some of the boys who had been looking for
more confidence stood up and gave it back to a much bigger
Williamstown, well done Bradley. Led by their captain Nick V, the
boys kicked 3 goals 1 point in the third term with lots of running from
Myles, Connor, Nick D and Daniel. A 'wall of defence' from
Stephen, Ryan, Anthony, Jordan, Lachlan S and Marcus kept Williamstown
out of the game and gave us something to build on for the 4th
quarter. The last quarter saw a 'wall of offence' set up with
James, Anthony, Darcy and Liam, keeping the ball within 20 metres of
goal. The boys kicked 1 goal 6 behinds, almost stealing the
match. Special mention to Nicholas V who as captain persevered
and eventually kicked goal of the day, and to Lewis who took on the
entire Williamstown Under 9's team to kick his goal. Well done boys on
a hard fought match. Keep enjoying your footy and again, thanks
to the parents who help out every Sunday
morning.
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