Hahndorf V Murray Bridge
The Hahndorf Magpies fired in a flurry of goals to account for Murray Bridge 5-1 in the 9th round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division.
Hahndorf got off to a sparkling start against Murray Bridge, the skilful midfield of Aaron Noble, Jack Farrimond with Dan and Tom Holland tore into the match and set strikers Kayne Stubing and Dan Hermel up with early opportunities.
It wasn’t long before Hahndorf made the opening goal from a corner, the ball finding Hermel on the back post and his fierce shot was tipped onto the post, the ball rebounded to D.Holland who had his low shot blocked. The ball fell back to Hermel and he made no mistake the second time, arrowing his drive to the corner of the net.
The Magpies continued to attack with Farrimond striking a piledriver that was palmed away and Stubing’s rebound shot was also blocked. However it was not long before the score was doubled, A. Noble with an exquisite piece of skill to deftly beat two players and curl the ball past the Bridge ‘keeper.
The Hahndorf defence gave the visitors little, Matt Norris, Steve Noble, Scott Taylor and Jon Lynn providing a stable base in front of stand in ‘keeper, the versatile Luke Guest. Hahndorf broke through for a third score when the Holland brothers combined, Tom sliding a through ball for Dan to run in and slot the goal away.
A relentless Magpie team made it 4-0 in twenty minutes when a quick free kick by A.Noble found Hermel and he buried the shot past a shell-shocked Murray Bridge. With the Magpies dominating in midfield, the defence were in a miserly mood, Lynn using his experience to snuff out the forward movement by the visitors and send the Magpies into attack.
Murray Bridge managed to work their way into the match but wasted a good opportunity by shooting wide. The lull in scoring was arrested ten minutes from half time when T.Holland scored a cheeky goal from distance, the low drive bouncing just in front of the ’keeper and skipping under his searching dive.
The half saw some delightful play from the hosts, a number of intricate passes and movement off the ball leaving Murray Bridge chasing shadows as the Magpies dominated the play. Hahndorf suffered their only blemish when they had a player sent off for an early shower just before half time.
Resuming the second half a player down, the Magpies encountered a more resolute Murray Bridge side and the match became a more even affair. Guest saw his first real action, tipping a shot onto the bar before collecting the rebound as Norris led the defence strongly at the back. Lynn was in sparkling form, reading Murray Bridge’s attacking intent and was well supported by Taylor, Norris, Farrimond and S.Noble.
Hahndorf continued to attack and D. Holland hit a good free kick just wide while Hermel squandered another good chance. The visitors worked hard to create an opportunity and finally scored with a good through ball to leave Guest exposed and Murray Bridge pulled a goal back.
Substitutes Jesse Konstantinoff, Chris Sawers and Matt Medley made their appearance in the final 25 minutes, with Hahndorf continuing to press for more goals. Hermel hit the post with a free kick and the home side had a goal disallowed for off side after a series of shots were blocked or hit the bar. Konstantinoff and Sawers almost made it onto the scoresheet but were unable to convert their chances before the final whistle.
The strong win continues Hahndorf’s title challenge, with Dan Hermel gathering the best-on-ground votes with Jon Lynn and Tom Holland also producing some scintillating play.
Reserves
Hahndorf Reserves dug deep and rallied twice before eventually overcoming a stubborn Murray Bridge outfit 3-2 to keep their title hopes alive.
The match got off to an even start with Hahndorf strikers Jesse Konstantinoff and Jordan Webber kicking off up the slope of the Pine Avenue ground. Neither side made much of an impression on their opposition defence with the midfield containing the early action. Max Gordon-Edwards, Colin Hibbert, David Grant and Chris Sawers battled hard but the Hahndorf team struggled to maintain possession against the competitive Murray Bridge side.
Bob Gordon-Edwards marshalled defenders Kyle Eglinton, Rupert “the Enforcer” Lindon and Matt Medley to repel some attacking moves by the visitors and James Nicholson’s goal was not seriously challenged. M. Gordon-Edwards exploited space on the flank and the Magpies created a few good chances, Webber hitting the side netting and Grant finding the Bridge ‘keeper with a sharp effort.
However, the home team was stung by the visitors when they scored, the ball cut back from the by-line to find the Murray Bridge player with plenty of the goal to aim at. Hahndorf hit back through Hibbert, but the bustling midfielder went wide with his shot.
Hahndorf continued to press and found the equaliser through Sawers. Getting a fine pass from Webber, Sawers made a brilliant turn in the penalty area to open up space and he drilled the shot into goal.
Hahndorf almost took the lead soon after when Grant had his free kick tipped over the bar after evading the defensive wall. But it was the visitors who regained the lead after profiting from a moment of hesitation by Hahndorf, a long ball bouncing into the penalty area and Murray Bridge heading over the advancing Nicholson. The Magpies tried to respond but found it difficult to get their passing game going before the end of the half.
The second half saw an improved performance by the hosts and they began to make better use of the flanks, Sawers particularly prolific with some dazzling runs. Hahndorf gained a couple of corners and made one of them count; Hibbert playing short to Sawers and he drove in a low shot that was half cleared to Lindon who smashed it through traffic to the corner of goal.
With scores at parity, Hahndorf gained confidence and pushed up the pitch, M. Gordon-Edwards and Webber getting more of the ball. The Magpies brought on Luke Guest to shore up the backline as the hosts went looking for the next goal. Konstantinoff had a great chance for the winner but scooped his effort over from close in as Hahndorf mounted a series of attacks with Grant, Webber and Sawers all testing the Bridge ‘keeper.
A further substitution saw Sam Heyward enter the match and he made an impact shortly after. Guest burst out of defence and sent a long ball to Webber who charged at the Murray Bridge backline. Webber sent in a fierce shot that was palmed out to Heyward and the tall striker made no mistake to put Hahndorf into the 3-2 lead.
The Magpies had several chances to add further goals but wayward shooting kept the match close. Murray Bridge fought to the end and were almost gifted an equaliser when a defensive mix up gave the visitors a good chance late in the match.
Best on the day was Chris Sawers who created many chances for the Magpies with some searing runs. Others to catch the votes were Rupert Lindon having a very solid game and an equalising goal and M. Gordon-Edwards with his strong midfield efforts.
Super Cs
The Div 4 Super Cs put in a brave performance before being overrun by a well-drilled Old Ignatians side at Mylor, the visitors scoring seven unanswered goals.
The Div 5 Cs fought hard against local rivals Stirling but were unable to recover after going three goals down, the final score of 4-1 not a true reflection of the match. Hahndorf made it 3-1 through Sam Wood and dominated the last 15 minutes but could not bring back the deficit despite club stalwart Stuart Thomas hitting the woodwork twice.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies visit the ACU Falcons While the Div 4 Cs are at Brahma Lodge and the Div 5 Cs travel to Salisbury Villa.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Round 8: Hahndorf V Adelaide Pumas
Hahndorf V Adelaide Pumas
In the eighth round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division, Hahndorf put in a convincing display to win 3-0 and account for title challengers, the Adelaide Pumas.
Both teams started briskly, the Magpies fielding an experienced defensive line with Jon Lynn, Matt Norris, Steve Noble and Luke Guest in front of custodian Nathaniel Brooke.
The Pumas tested Hahndorf early but were unable to make any telling opportunities as the Magpies closed them down. Midfielders Dan Hermel, Jack Farrimond, Aaron Noble and Dan Holland battled hard to give Hahndorf possession and bring forwards Kayne Stubing and Leo Santangelo into play.
The pressure built up on the Pumas and Hahndorf found a way through with Hermel to open the scoring. The fleet-footed winger worked behind the defence and cut the ball back into goal after drawing out the ’keeper.
The midfield cauldron provided most of the action and several rash challenges drew cautions to both teams. Hahndorf pressed forward and Holland forced the goalkeeper into a save and soon after Hermel also caused consternation to the visitors with a fine effort.
Brooke too was called into action as the Pumas made a good chance, the big Magpie ‘keeper diving at full stretch to stop a shot from the edge of the area. The match saw a few more attacking moves by Hahndorf but no-one added to the score line before half time arrived.
An even first ten minutes began the second stanza before either team could manage a telling attack, Hahndorf wasting a free kick from a promising position. The midfield again provided the most interest with Farrimond and Holland particularly industrious and their endeavour helped the Magpies gain a series of corners.
Hahndorf tried with several headers at goal but the ball could not be forced over the line and finally the Pumas ‘keeper claimed the ball after a fourth attempt. A second avenue opened up through Holland and Santangelo and the latter was within centimetres of connecting with the centring pass.
The Magpie backline was holding its own and looked assured with their passing out of defence, Norris and Guest twin towers of strength in the spine. Lynn started an attack from deep, setting A Noble off down the flank and he found Santangelo with a piercing pass. The tall forward took the ball in his stride but went narrowly wide with his shot.
Tom Holland entered the match as the Magpies gained more possession, Stubing going wide after a fine pass from the substitute. T Holland was to go one better soon after, winning a fifty-fifty through ball to run in on goal before tucking it away for Hahndorf’s second score.
The score gave Hahndorf opportunity to bring on Scott Taylor and for the referee to send off a Pumas player for dissent. Hahndorf took advantage with their third strike, Stubing heading at the back post after some skilful approach play by the Magpies.
Hermel could have made it more but his turn and shot passed the wrong side of the post. With the minutes remaining dwindling, the visitors pressed for an answering goal. They could have scored but Farrimond cleared a Pumas’ header off the line and the rebound was put over the bar to preserve Hahndorf’s clean sheet.
In a fine team performance, best on the day was Leo Santangelo, the forward a constant threat in the forward half with Dan Hermel and Luke Guest also putting in excellent games.
Reserves
A persistent Hahndorf effort was rewarded with a fine 5-1 win over the Adelaide Pumas to keep the Magpies in second spot in the league.
Mark McGrath started in goal with Matt Medley, Mike Lewington, Andy Craig and Rupert “the Enforcer” Lindon providing the defensive duties. Kyle Eglinton, Dave Grant, Chris Sawers and Max Gordon-Edwards worked the midfield engine room as the match got off to a fairly even first twenty minutes.
The Magpies played their way up the ground and pushed the ball around well, Gordon-Edwards and Eglinton eager to use the space out wide. The approach brought the reward, the defence switching play along the back to release Eglinton. An accurate ball to forward Sam Heyward was controlled and he drilled it inside the near post for the opening goal.
The Pumas didn’t take the setback lying down and McGrath made a couple of fine saves before the visitors struck the equaliser. An early cross was met by the Pumas forward and he stuck it past the exposed McGrath for 1-1. Hahndorf responded well but could not find a way to goal despite having the majority of possession before half time.
Colin Hibbert entered the match after half time and the Magpies pressed forward looking for more goals. Jordan Webber was making an impact up front with his bullocking runs and his hard work was to pay off with Hahndorf’s second goal, the young striker collecting a pass from out wide and hammering a shot past the Pumas ‘keeper.
More was to come from the exciting forward when a Grant free kick found its way to the back post and Webber collected the loose ball. Turning sharply, he belted the ball to the far corner of the net from the proverbial impossible angle as Hahndorf moved further ahead.
The Magpies began to control the tempo of the match and kept the Pumas to few chances and Ben “Beninho” Wells entered the fray. Some niggle started to creep into the game and the Pumas lost a player for striking out at a Magpie and giving Hahndorf a free on the edge of the area. The home team took the opportunity to bring on John Lawler and he could have scored with his first touch, striking at goal but only finding the post from close in.
He was to make amends minutes later, scoring with his second touch, heading across goal from a well-struck corner kick. Further petulance from the visitors reduced their numbers again and Hahndorf exploited the open spaces afforded them. Several Magpie chances went begging before Gordn-Edwards struck a thunderbolt from distance that flew like a missile past the beleaguered Pumas’ ‘keeper.
Hahndorf switched off a little in the final minutes and the Pumas nearly made them pay but the Magpies regained their composure to consolidate the 5-1. Best on the day was Max Gordon-Edwards with a great performance in the midfield and a fine goal. Also with outstanding efforts were Kyle Eglinton and Jordan Webber, both causing havoc in the Pumas half.
Super Cs
The Div 4 Cs suffered some late absences and a ten man Magpie outfit were no match for the Adelaide University side, going down 7-1 at the Mylor ground.
The Div 5 Cs put in a solid performance in a tight match but were undone by a couple of defensive mix-ups, the Adelaide University taking advantage to put in two goals and cancel out a Sam Wood strike.
Next week the Hahndorf firsts and Reserves are again at their Pine Avenue home, hosting Murray Bridge while the Div 5 Cs play earlier in the day hosting local rivals Stirling. The Div 4 Cs take on Old Ignatians at Mylor in the 3pm kick off.
In the eighth round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division, Hahndorf put in a convincing display to win 3-0 and account for title challengers, the Adelaide Pumas.
Both teams started briskly, the Magpies fielding an experienced defensive line with Jon Lynn, Matt Norris, Steve Noble and Luke Guest in front of custodian Nathaniel Brooke.
The Pumas tested Hahndorf early but were unable to make any telling opportunities as the Magpies closed them down. Midfielders Dan Hermel, Jack Farrimond, Aaron Noble and Dan Holland battled hard to give Hahndorf possession and bring forwards Kayne Stubing and Leo Santangelo into play.
The pressure built up on the Pumas and Hahndorf found a way through with Hermel to open the scoring. The fleet-footed winger worked behind the defence and cut the ball back into goal after drawing out the ’keeper.
The midfield cauldron provided most of the action and several rash challenges drew cautions to both teams. Hahndorf pressed forward and Holland forced the goalkeeper into a save and soon after Hermel also caused consternation to the visitors with a fine effort.
Brooke too was called into action as the Pumas made a good chance, the big Magpie ‘keeper diving at full stretch to stop a shot from the edge of the area. The match saw a few more attacking moves by Hahndorf but no-one added to the score line before half time arrived.
An even first ten minutes began the second stanza before either team could manage a telling attack, Hahndorf wasting a free kick from a promising position. The midfield again provided the most interest with Farrimond and Holland particularly industrious and their endeavour helped the Magpies gain a series of corners.
Hahndorf tried with several headers at goal but the ball could not be forced over the line and finally the Pumas ‘keeper claimed the ball after a fourth attempt. A second avenue opened up through Holland and Santangelo and the latter was within centimetres of connecting with the centring pass.
The Magpie backline was holding its own and looked assured with their passing out of defence, Norris and Guest twin towers of strength in the spine. Lynn started an attack from deep, setting A Noble off down the flank and he found Santangelo with a piercing pass. The tall forward took the ball in his stride but went narrowly wide with his shot.
Tom Holland entered the match as the Magpies gained more possession, Stubing going wide after a fine pass from the substitute. T Holland was to go one better soon after, winning a fifty-fifty through ball to run in on goal before tucking it away for Hahndorf’s second score.
The score gave Hahndorf opportunity to bring on Scott Taylor and for the referee to send off a Pumas player for dissent. Hahndorf took advantage with their third strike, Stubing heading at the back post after some skilful approach play by the Magpies.
Hermel could have made it more but his turn and shot passed the wrong side of the post. With the minutes remaining dwindling, the visitors pressed for an answering goal. They could have scored but Farrimond cleared a Pumas’ header off the line and the rebound was put over the bar to preserve Hahndorf’s clean sheet.
In a fine team performance, best on the day was Leo Santangelo, the forward a constant threat in the forward half with Dan Hermel and Luke Guest also putting in excellent games.
Reserves
A persistent Hahndorf effort was rewarded with a fine 5-1 win over the Adelaide Pumas to keep the Magpies in second spot in the league.
Mark McGrath started in goal with Matt Medley, Mike Lewington, Andy Craig and Rupert “the Enforcer” Lindon providing the defensive duties. Kyle Eglinton, Dave Grant, Chris Sawers and Max Gordon-Edwards worked the midfield engine room as the match got off to a fairly even first twenty minutes.
The Magpies played their way up the ground and pushed the ball around well, Gordon-Edwards and Eglinton eager to use the space out wide. The approach brought the reward, the defence switching play along the back to release Eglinton. An accurate ball to forward Sam Heyward was controlled and he drilled it inside the near post for the opening goal.
The Pumas didn’t take the setback lying down and McGrath made a couple of fine saves before the visitors struck the equaliser. An early cross was met by the Pumas forward and he stuck it past the exposed McGrath for 1-1. Hahndorf responded well but could not find a way to goal despite having the majority of possession before half time.
Colin Hibbert entered the match after half time and the Magpies pressed forward looking for more goals. Jordan Webber was making an impact up front with his bullocking runs and his hard work was to pay off with Hahndorf’s second goal, the young striker collecting a pass from out wide and hammering a shot past the Pumas ‘keeper.
More was to come from the exciting forward when a Grant free kick found its way to the back post and Webber collected the loose ball. Turning sharply, he belted the ball to the far corner of the net from the proverbial impossible angle as Hahndorf moved further ahead.
The Magpies began to control the tempo of the match and kept the Pumas to few chances and Ben “Beninho” Wells entered the fray. Some niggle started to creep into the game and the Pumas lost a player for striking out at a Magpie and giving Hahndorf a free on the edge of the area. The home team took the opportunity to bring on John Lawler and he could have scored with his first touch, striking at goal but only finding the post from close in.
He was to make amends minutes later, scoring with his second touch, heading across goal from a well-struck corner kick. Further petulance from the visitors reduced their numbers again and Hahndorf exploited the open spaces afforded them. Several Magpie chances went begging before Gordn-Edwards struck a thunderbolt from distance that flew like a missile past the beleaguered Pumas’ ‘keeper.
Hahndorf switched off a little in the final minutes and the Pumas nearly made them pay but the Magpies regained their composure to consolidate the 5-1. Best on the day was Max Gordon-Edwards with a great performance in the midfield and a fine goal. Also with outstanding efforts were Kyle Eglinton and Jordan Webber, both causing havoc in the Pumas half.
Super Cs
The Div 4 Cs suffered some late absences and a ten man Magpie outfit were no match for the Adelaide University side, going down 7-1 at the Mylor ground.
The Div 5 Cs put in a solid performance in a tight match but were undone by a couple of defensive mix-ups, the Adelaide University taking advantage to put in two goals and cancel out a Sam Wood strike.
Next week the Hahndorf firsts and Reserves are again at their Pine Avenue home, hosting Murray Bridge while the Div 5 Cs play earlier in the day hosting local rivals Stirling. The Div 4 Cs take on Old Ignatians at Mylor in the 3pm kick off.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Cup round 2: Hahndorf V Elizabeth Grove
Hahndorf V Elizabeth Grove
The Hahndorf Reserves hosted Sunday Div 2 side Elizabeth Grove for the 2nd round of the SAASL Cup, putting in an impressive display to oust their more fancied rivals by 5 goals to 1.
The match got off to a competitive start with both sides eager to press forward and test the respective defences. Hahndorf started with Kyle Eglinton, Michael Lewington, Luke Guest and Andy Craig in front of Magpie custodian James Nicholson.
The back line was steadfast in the face of Elizabeth Grove’s intent and Hahndorf’s midfield of Chris Sawers, Dan Hermel and the brothers Holland, Tom and Dan, began to exert their influence. Jesse Konstantinoff was the focal point in attack along with Leo Santangelo, the pair keen to test Grove’s ‘keeper on the damp surface.
Lewington and Guest were formidable in central defence and did not allow Grove any easy access to goal, while Craig and Eglinton halted moves down the wings. The first twenty minutes were very competitive as both teams had glimpses of goal but accuracy was often absent, Grove had several shots pass wide of goal while Konstantinoff stabbed a good opportunity wide and Santangelo was also astray early on.
However it was the home team that were creating the better scoring opportunities, with the Magpie midfield beginning to fire. Throughout the half, several decisions brought disagreement from the visiting side and soon the referee was dealing out yellow cards for dissent like a practised croupier. Hahndorf got on with the match and were rewarded with the first goal through Konstantinoff when he slotted in Santangelo’s cross from close range.
Sawers and Hermel were prolific on the flanks and several times raced past their markers to deliver low, hard balls to the centre, pinning Grove back with their speed and endeavour. The Holland pair worked well to send Hahndorf into attack and it wasn’t long before the Magpies had doubled their score.
Santangelo lurked outside the penalty area and picked up a short clearance after a period of Hahndorf pressure. He took a couple of strides before sending a searing drive to the top corner of the net.
Elizabeth tried to hit back and should have scored but for a finger tip save by Nicholson to divert the ball past the post. The Magpie ‘keeper was also alert to the through balls and quickly made them his own.
The Magpies kept the pressure on Grove and hit a series of shots at goal before D. Holland stepped up the deliver the goods, picking up the ball and slotting across goal into the net.
Hahndorf were enjoying the match and played some neat football, with Eglinton overlapping down the flanks and the Magpies’ exploiting Grove’s lack of pace at the back through their speedy wingers. The Hahndorf defence remained vigilant and continued to keep the Elizabeth forwards to slim pickings, their best chance from a goal kick interception, but the shot was wasted wide of the mark.
The hosts capped of a fine half with the 4th goal of the game. Santangelo delivered a sterling cross for Konstantinoff and the sharpshooter controlled the ball well before swivelling and smacking it past the despairing Grove ‘keeper.
The second stanza did not carry the same intensity as the first although Hahndorf and Grove continued to battle hard for the ball. Hermel was in terrific form out wide, his marker constantly in jeopardy of twisting his neck as the flighty winger went by.
Hahndorf peppered the Grove goal through Santangelo, Konstantinoff, D and T Holland but the shots were often from distance and lacked direction as the half drew on. Grove hit back with a goal from a free kick, the ball being headed in from an acute angle at the back post.
The goal did little to enliven Grove and the expected fight back was essentially squashed by Hahndorf’s defensive line and hardworking midfield, Rupert “the Enforcer” Lindon brought on to strengthen the Magpies’ resolve.
With little time remaining, Hahndorf killed the match off with Luke Guest striking an emphatic penalty to make the final score 5-1 to the home team.
It was a great team performance by all the players but outstanding on the day was Dan Hermel, with excellent games also from Kyle Eglinton, Leo Santangelo and Dan Holland.
Div 5 Super Cs
The Div 5 Super Cs continued their climb up the ladder with a comprehensive 4-0 victory over Salisbury Villa. Scott Schubert extended his fine goal scoring form with Hahndorf’s first with John Lawler also netting before half time.
Promising youngster Sam Wood put in the Magpies’ third and Lawler scored his second and Hahndorf’s fourth to put the result beyond doubt. Coach Edmondo Palombo was delighted with the effort of all his charges, singling out Tim Staniford as best on the day.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies host the Adelaide Pumas at the Pine Avenue arena while the Div 5 Cs kick-off earlier in the day at home against Adelaide University. The Div 4 Cs also play Adelaide University, but at Mylor for their 3pm kick-off.
The Hahndorf Reserves hosted Sunday Div 2 side Elizabeth Grove for the 2nd round of the SAASL Cup, putting in an impressive display to oust their more fancied rivals by 5 goals to 1.
The match got off to a competitive start with both sides eager to press forward and test the respective defences. Hahndorf started with Kyle Eglinton, Michael Lewington, Luke Guest and Andy Craig in front of Magpie custodian James Nicholson.
The back line was steadfast in the face of Elizabeth Grove’s intent and Hahndorf’s midfield of Chris Sawers, Dan Hermel and the brothers Holland, Tom and Dan, began to exert their influence. Jesse Konstantinoff was the focal point in attack along with Leo Santangelo, the pair keen to test Grove’s ‘keeper on the damp surface.
Lewington and Guest were formidable in central defence and did not allow Grove any easy access to goal, while Craig and Eglinton halted moves down the wings. The first twenty minutes were very competitive as both teams had glimpses of goal but accuracy was often absent, Grove had several shots pass wide of goal while Konstantinoff stabbed a good opportunity wide and Santangelo was also astray early on.
However it was the home team that were creating the better scoring opportunities, with the Magpie midfield beginning to fire. Throughout the half, several decisions brought disagreement from the visiting side and soon the referee was dealing out yellow cards for dissent like a practised croupier. Hahndorf got on with the match and were rewarded with the first goal through Konstantinoff when he slotted in Santangelo’s cross from close range.
Sawers and Hermel were prolific on the flanks and several times raced past their markers to deliver low, hard balls to the centre, pinning Grove back with their speed and endeavour. The Holland pair worked well to send Hahndorf into attack and it wasn’t long before the Magpies had doubled their score.
Santangelo lurked outside the penalty area and picked up a short clearance after a period of Hahndorf pressure. He took a couple of strides before sending a searing drive to the top corner of the net.
Elizabeth tried to hit back and should have scored but for a finger tip save by Nicholson to divert the ball past the post. The Magpie ‘keeper was also alert to the through balls and quickly made them his own.
The Magpies kept the pressure on Grove and hit a series of shots at goal before D. Holland stepped up the deliver the goods, picking up the ball and slotting across goal into the net.
Hahndorf were enjoying the match and played some neat football, with Eglinton overlapping down the flanks and the Magpies’ exploiting Grove’s lack of pace at the back through their speedy wingers. The Hahndorf defence remained vigilant and continued to keep the Elizabeth forwards to slim pickings, their best chance from a goal kick interception, but the shot was wasted wide of the mark.
The hosts capped of a fine half with the 4th goal of the game. Santangelo delivered a sterling cross for Konstantinoff and the sharpshooter controlled the ball well before swivelling and smacking it past the despairing Grove ‘keeper.
The second stanza did not carry the same intensity as the first although Hahndorf and Grove continued to battle hard for the ball. Hermel was in terrific form out wide, his marker constantly in jeopardy of twisting his neck as the flighty winger went by.
Hahndorf peppered the Grove goal through Santangelo, Konstantinoff, D and T Holland but the shots were often from distance and lacked direction as the half drew on. Grove hit back with a goal from a free kick, the ball being headed in from an acute angle at the back post.
The goal did little to enliven Grove and the expected fight back was essentially squashed by Hahndorf’s defensive line and hardworking midfield, Rupert “the Enforcer” Lindon brought on to strengthen the Magpies’ resolve.
With little time remaining, Hahndorf killed the match off with Luke Guest striking an emphatic penalty to make the final score 5-1 to the home team.
It was a great team performance by all the players but outstanding on the day was Dan Hermel, with excellent games also from Kyle Eglinton, Leo Santangelo and Dan Holland.
Div 5 Super Cs
The Div 5 Super Cs continued their climb up the ladder with a comprehensive 4-0 victory over Salisbury Villa. Scott Schubert extended his fine goal scoring form with Hahndorf’s first with John Lawler also netting before half time.
Promising youngster Sam Wood put in the Magpies’ third and Lawler scored his second and Hahndorf’s fourth to put the result beyond doubt. Coach Edmondo Palombo was delighted with the effort of all his charges, singling out Tim Staniford as best on the day.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies host the Adelaide Pumas at the Pine Avenue arena while the Div 5 Cs kick-off earlier in the day at home against Adelaide University. The Div 4 Cs also play Adelaide University, but at Mylor for their 3pm kick-off.
Wednesday, June 09, 2010
Round 7: USC Lion V Hahndorf
Lion mauls Magpies
USC Lion V Hahndorf
Hahndorf suffered their first defeat of the season following a disappointing second half display, conceding 6 goals to nil against an organised and well-drilled USC Lion side for the 7th round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division.
Playing into a stiff breeze, the Magpies fielded a team with Nathaniel Brooke in goal behind a defensive line of Steve Noble, Jon Lynn, Luke Guest and Scott Taylor. The opening ten minutes saw Hahndorf make most of the possession through midfielders Aaron Noble, Leo Santangelo, Jack Farrimond and Dan Holland, linking up with front men Kayne Stubing and Matt Norris.
Despite their early forays forward, Hahndorf could not produce a clear chance on goal and it was USC Lion who broke through, almost against the run of play, to put the hosts up 1-0 after fifteen minutes.
The Magpies responded through Taylor and Stubing, the fleet-footed player dashing into the penalty area and forcing the Lion ‘keeper to beat the shot away. Guest rose to meet the resultant corner kick but could not find the target with his head.
Norris, A.Noble and Farrimond combined to send Santangelo through with a well-weighted pass but the home goalkeeper was up to the task and held Santangelo’s fierce drive. Hahndorf tried again through Stubing, a solo run eluding most but the finish was not as precise and again the Lion ‘keeper was to deny the Magpies.
Lion were beginning to warm to the match and Hahndorf could have been two goals down but for a great save by Brooke, repelling a rasping drive from the home striker. The battle for the midfield was fierce, neither team given much time on the ball but the Magpies failed to capitalise on their pressure during the half. A good build up presented Norris with a chance but the Lion custodian palmed away his effort to leave Hahndorf trailing 1-0 at half time.
The Magpies got off to a poor start in the second half when USC Lion scored their second goal soon after resumption of play, a stray disposal from Brooke returned with interest. Hahndorf almost replied through Stubing, but he stuck his shot over the bar after a fine run and cross from Holland.
Hahndorf pressed forward searching for a goal but found the Lion defence in a miserly mood and the visitors were saved when Lion found the net after a fast break, only for the goal to be ruled out for offside.
Making his return after an injury, Tom Holland was brought on to add impetus to Hahndorf’ effort but this was thwarted by Lion’s 3rd goal, a volley to the corner leaving Brooke no chance.
Hahndorf tried to respond but could not find the breakthrough they desired, the host side determined not to let the Magpies into the match. Pressure from Lion forced their 4th goal, a strong block by Brooke was not cleared and Lion eventually bundled the ball in.
A free kick summed up Hahndorf’s day, the opportunity not finding the target to the frustration of the Hills team. Lion countered with a fast break and their 5th goal as the Magpies continued to make little impression in the attacking third.
Hahndorf persisted however and were unlucky after Norris headed wide after a great cross from D.Holland found the club stalwart in a good position. Lion ended the pain for Hahndorf with a stunning strike from distance, the volley finding the top corner to seal a comprehensive win in which Hahndorf faded during the second half and were largely outplayed.
Reserves
The Magpie Reserves played out a strong, competitive scoreless draw against the 3rd placed USC Lion to maintain second spot in their division.
The Magpies began with Kyle Eglinton, Mike Lewington, Andy Craig and Matt Medley in defence, with James Nicholson donning the gloves. A mixture of youth and experience pervaded the midfield with Max Gordon-Edwards, Chris Sawers, Colin Hibbert and David Grant looking hold the middle ground. Jordan Webber and Jesse Konstantinoff provide a focal point up front and the pair kept the opposition defenders on their guard.
The hosts put Hahndorf under pressure in the first phase of play, trying to make the most of the stiff breeze behind them. The Magpies defence worked hard to shut down their hosts with some timely tackles and defensive blocks as they worked their way into the match. Nicholson made a brilliant save early on to deny Lion a score when they broke through on goal, the custodian snatching the ball from the feet of the advancing forward.
Sawers and Gordon-Edwards found the flanks very rewarding and the Magpies had a great chance when the latter put in a fine cross for Webber to knock on to Konstantinoff, but the striker was off balance when he shot and the ball went wide.
Hahndorf began to make some telling moves forward but were frustrated by a flag-happy linesman who made a few dubious calls for offside. However there was no denying Hahndorf’s intent when Sawers struck a rasping drive from distance that cannoned off the crossbar.
The second half was as combative as the first, the defence of both teams holding sway over the forwards and leaving them with few genuine chances. Lewington and Craig won many of the aerial duels while Eglinton and Medley were sure in their tackles.
Hibbert and Grant continued to battle in the cauldron of midfield while Gordon-Edwards and Sawers found acres of space out wide. The Magpies began to tame the Lion defence and pressed for a goal, bringing on Rupert “the Enforcer” Lindon and Sam Heyward, hoping the injection of fresh legs would tip the match in the visitors favour.
Webber was denied a goal when a Lion arm deflected his volley but the Hahndorf protests held no water with the referee, as the Magpies continued to pin the hosts back in the final twenty minutes. Heyward had a good chance to win it for Hahndorf in the final minutes but could not keep his header down after another great cross from Grant.
In a disciplined display where all players played very well in a hard fought match, among the highlights were Sawers, Webber, Gordon-Edwards, Craig and Lewington.
Super Cs
The Div 4 Super Cs were unlucky in their 3-1 loss to Adelaide Redblue Eagles, equalising soon after the start of the second half but unable to prevent a couple of late goals by the home side.
The Div 5 Cs fared better in a physical encounter, getting over Modbury Jets 3-1, with a fine double strike by John Lawler putting the Magpies in a good frame. An answering goal by Modbury livened up the match before Scott Schubert sealed the win with a clinical finish.
Next week the Hahndorf Reserves host Elizabeth Grove in the Reserve cup and the Div 5 Cs also are at home to Salisbury Villa.
USC Lion V Hahndorf
Hahndorf suffered their first defeat of the season following a disappointing second half display, conceding 6 goals to nil against an organised and well-drilled USC Lion side for the 7th round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division.
Playing into a stiff breeze, the Magpies fielded a team with Nathaniel Brooke in goal behind a defensive line of Steve Noble, Jon Lynn, Luke Guest and Scott Taylor. The opening ten minutes saw Hahndorf make most of the possession through midfielders Aaron Noble, Leo Santangelo, Jack Farrimond and Dan Holland, linking up with front men Kayne Stubing and Matt Norris.
Despite their early forays forward, Hahndorf could not produce a clear chance on goal and it was USC Lion who broke through, almost against the run of play, to put the hosts up 1-0 after fifteen minutes.
The Magpies responded through Taylor and Stubing, the fleet-footed player dashing into the penalty area and forcing the Lion ‘keeper to beat the shot away. Guest rose to meet the resultant corner kick but could not find the target with his head.
Norris, A.Noble and Farrimond combined to send Santangelo through with a well-weighted pass but the home goalkeeper was up to the task and held Santangelo’s fierce drive. Hahndorf tried again through Stubing, a solo run eluding most but the finish was not as precise and again the Lion ‘keeper was to deny the Magpies.
Lion were beginning to warm to the match and Hahndorf could have been two goals down but for a great save by Brooke, repelling a rasping drive from the home striker. The battle for the midfield was fierce, neither team given much time on the ball but the Magpies failed to capitalise on their pressure during the half. A good build up presented Norris with a chance but the Lion custodian palmed away his effort to leave Hahndorf trailing 1-0 at half time.
The Magpies got off to a poor start in the second half when USC Lion scored their second goal soon after resumption of play, a stray disposal from Brooke returned with interest. Hahndorf almost replied through Stubing, but he stuck his shot over the bar after a fine run and cross from Holland.
Hahndorf pressed forward searching for a goal but found the Lion defence in a miserly mood and the visitors were saved when Lion found the net after a fast break, only for the goal to be ruled out for offside.
Making his return after an injury, Tom Holland was brought on to add impetus to Hahndorf’ effort but this was thwarted by Lion’s 3rd goal, a volley to the corner leaving Brooke no chance.
Hahndorf tried to respond but could not find the breakthrough they desired, the host side determined not to let the Magpies into the match. Pressure from Lion forced their 4th goal, a strong block by Brooke was not cleared and Lion eventually bundled the ball in.
A free kick summed up Hahndorf’s day, the opportunity not finding the target to the frustration of the Hills team. Lion countered with a fast break and their 5th goal as the Magpies continued to make little impression in the attacking third.
Hahndorf persisted however and were unlucky after Norris headed wide after a great cross from D.Holland found the club stalwart in a good position. Lion ended the pain for Hahndorf with a stunning strike from distance, the volley finding the top corner to seal a comprehensive win in which Hahndorf faded during the second half and were largely outplayed.
Reserves
The Magpie Reserves played out a strong, competitive scoreless draw against the 3rd placed USC Lion to maintain second spot in their division.
The Magpies began with Kyle Eglinton, Mike Lewington, Andy Craig and Matt Medley in defence, with James Nicholson donning the gloves. A mixture of youth and experience pervaded the midfield with Max Gordon-Edwards, Chris Sawers, Colin Hibbert and David Grant looking hold the middle ground. Jordan Webber and Jesse Konstantinoff provide a focal point up front and the pair kept the opposition defenders on their guard.
The hosts put Hahndorf under pressure in the first phase of play, trying to make the most of the stiff breeze behind them. The Magpies defence worked hard to shut down their hosts with some timely tackles and defensive blocks as they worked their way into the match. Nicholson made a brilliant save early on to deny Lion a score when they broke through on goal, the custodian snatching the ball from the feet of the advancing forward.
Sawers and Gordon-Edwards found the flanks very rewarding and the Magpies had a great chance when the latter put in a fine cross for Webber to knock on to Konstantinoff, but the striker was off balance when he shot and the ball went wide.
Hahndorf began to make some telling moves forward but were frustrated by a flag-happy linesman who made a few dubious calls for offside. However there was no denying Hahndorf’s intent when Sawers struck a rasping drive from distance that cannoned off the crossbar.
The second half was as combative as the first, the defence of both teams holding sway over the forwards and leaving them with few genuine chances. Lewington and Craig won many of the aerial duels while Eglinton and Medley were sure in their tackles.
Hibbert and Grant continued to battle in the cauldron of midfield while Gordon-Edwards and Sawers found acres of space out wide. The Magpies began to tame the Lion defence and pressed for a goal, bringing on Rupert “the Enforcer” Lindon and Sam Heyward, hoping the injection of fresh legs would tip the match in the visitors favour.
Webber was denied a goal when a Lion arm deflected his volley but the Hahndorf protests held no water with the referee, as the Magpies continued to pin the hosts back in the final twenty minutes. Heyward had a good chance to win it for Hahndorf in the final minutes but could not keep his header down after another great cross from Grant.
In a disciplined display where all players played very well in a hard fought match, among the highlights were Sawers, Webber, Gordon-Edwards, Craig and Lewington.
Super Cs
The Div 4 Super Cs were unlucky in their 3-1 loss to Adelaide Redblue Eagles, equalising soon after the start of the second half but unable to prevent a couple of late goals by the home side.
The Div 5 Cs fared better in a physical encounter, getting over Modbury Jets 3-1, with a fine double strike by John Lawler putting the Magpies in a good frame. An answering goal by Modbury livened up the match before Scott Schubert sealed the win with a clinical finish.
Next week the Hahndorf Reserves host Elizabeth Grove in the Reserve cup and the Div 5 Cs also are at home to Salisbury Villa.
Tuesday, June 01, 2010
Round 6: Hahndorf V Mt Barker
Hahndorf reigns over Mt Barker
Hahndorf Magpies V Mount Barker Crusaders
A torrent of goals brightened up a rainy day as Hahndorf steamrolled Mount Barker 10-0 to maintain their title challenge in the 6th round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd division.
Hahndorf got off to a sparkling start, pinning their opponents back from the opening whistle with Aaron Noble, Dan Holland, Jack Farrimond and Kayne Stubing taking charge of the midfield. The talented quartet supplied forwards Leo Santangelo and Matt Norris with plenty of the ball, the latter making his 100th appearance for the club.
The large crowd didn’t have to wait long before Hahndorf got on the scoreboard, defender Scott Taylor showing his striking prowess with rifling shot from the edge of the box after ten minutes. Soon after, Stubing doubled the advantage with a blistering shot that rocketed into the roof of the net, the Magpies eager to dominate derby encounter.
Mt Barker responded with some attacking moves but were unable to pierce the defences of Jon Lynn, Steve Noble, Luke Guest and Taylor. Hahndorf custodian Nathaniel Brooke was rarely troubled but the greasy surface made shots on target a tricky proposition, the ‘keeper getting his big frame behind any of the Crusaders’ efforts.
The third goal arrived via A Noble, the sprightly midfielder having a day out on the wing. Cutting into the box he eluded the Mt Barker defender before slotting the ball into the corner of goal.
Mt Barker tried to get into the match but Farrimond and Lynn were reading the play with authority and neutralised any threats. The visitors’ best chance occurred when a stray disposal by Brooke gave Mt Barker a glimpse of goal but the effort was blazed over the bar.
Hahndorf rounded out the half with their 4th goal, Stubing atoning for an earlier miss with his second after A Noble had done all the hard work to set up the prolific scorer with the simplest of tap-ins.
The second half brought further rain and further pain for Mt Barker as Hahndorf, like the weather, showed no signs of letting up. Farrimond was dominating the centre and released A Noble. The prodigiously talented youngster struck a sweet shot from 30 metres, the ball going over the stranded Mt Barker ‘keeper and finding the net with possibly the goal of the day
Holland highlighted his exemplary game with the Magpies’ 6th, a curled free kick to the top corner as Hahndorf piled on the misery for Mt Barker. The visitors then had a chance but the header went wide to add to their frustration.
Norris had been in the action all match but could not find the back of the net, several times he was denied by the overworked Mt Barker keeper, one a great double save from close in. Working his way back into fitness after a sojourn with Paris Saint-Germain, Norris was replaced by David Grant with the Magpies well on top.
A Magpie short corner brought S Noble in to the attacking play. The experienced defender crossed to the penalty area hotspot and the ball was poked in by Stubing to bring up his hat-trick. An 8th arrived soon after, Grant beating the offside trap to race through on goal and cleanly chip past the advancing ‘keeper, his tumbling celebration ending in a semi-reclined pose to the cheers of the crowd.
Mt Barker almost grabbed a consolation goal but Brooke was cat-like in his acrobatic save, leaping diagonally to tip the well struck shot over the bar and maintain a clean sheet.
Santangelo decided to get on the scoreboard late in the match, taking on a defender and blasting a shot from the edge of the box. The rout was completed minutes from full time when a through ball put no less than four Magpies in on goal. Abandoned by his teammates, the Mt Barker ‘keeper did well to deny Holland’s shot but the rebound fell to Santangelo and he slotted the ball away.
Best on the day was the industrious Jack Farrimond, the driving force of the midfield engine room with an outstanding match. Dan Holland and Aaron Noble also had very productive games to complete Hahndorf’s domination of the midfield.
Reserves
After an entertaining and at times frustrating battle, the Hahndorf Reserves left it late in the game before snatching a 1-0 victory over their local rivals, Mount Barker.
With James Nicholson in goal, Hahndorf selected a flexible defensive line-up comprising of Matt Medley, Andy Craig, Mike Lewington and Rupert ‘the Enforcer’ Lindon. The initial ten minutes saw Mt Barker take the game to the host team and the Hahndorf back line worked hard to prevent any meaningful shots on goal.
Ben ‘Beninho’ Wells, Jordan Webber, Colin Hibbert and Chris Sawers brought the midfield into play as the hosts began to gain more possession. Forwards Jesse Konstantinoff and Max Gordon-Edwards started to find openings in the oppositions defence but the Magpies were largely inaccurate in front of goal.
Several opportunities from corners went begging as Hahndorf had trouble finding the target. Mt Barker also created some openings but Craig, Lindon and Lewinton were resolute in their defence, winning most of the aerial battles and getting in some well timed tackles.
Sawers and Wells provided wide options and the Magpies moved the ball well into the attacking third of the pitch. Many times Hahndorf had trouble finding the right ball to get the opening goal and shots from Konstantinoff, Gordon-Edwards, Webber and Hibbert went astray.
A persistent rain began the second half and the match swung in Hahndorf’s favour when a Mt Barker player was sent off after gaining a second yellow card, a somewhat theatrical collapse in the penalty area not fooling the referee. However, despite the numerical advantage, the Magpies were wasteful with possession and continued to pepper the Mt Barker goal for no reward.
Kyle Eglinton and David Grant entered the fray as Hahndorf pinned the visitors back repeatedly but were not able to penetrate the overworked Mt Barker defence. The Hahndorf defence remained alert to the threat of a counter attack goal with the slick pitch conditions ready to punish a stray pass or missed tackle.
With five minutes remaining, Hahdorf finally got the winning goal after some persistent pressure in the Mt Barker half. Sawers gave a quick throw to Craig who hit a low centring ball to Konstantinoff. Working hard, a quick exchange with Eglinton put Konstantinoff in space and he stuck a fine shot to leave the ‘keeper with no chance and sent the Magpies into frenzied celebration.
Hahndorf held on for the remaining time and should have added a second but for some more errant shots and Mt Barker’s dogged defending. Best for Hahndorf were Craig, Lewington and Lindon, the trio holding Mt Barker to few genuine chances and providing a stable base for the Magpies to launch into attack.
Super Cs
The Div 5 Super Cs started the day off well for Hahndorf, with a comprehensive 6-1 victory over the Sturt Marion Thunder.
Scott Schubert put the Magpies in the lead within five minutes, a fine strike finding the corner of goal for the only score of the mostly even first half.
Hahndorf sparked into life in the second, with a goal to John Lawler before Sturt Marion answered to make it 2-1. The Magpies responded through Luke Jones, Sam Wood and Schubert with his second before Stuart Thomas rounded out the scoring with a trademark header.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies travel to Grange to challenge the second placed USC Lion with the Super Cs 5th Div team visiting the Modbury Jets. The Div 4 Cs are also at Grange, against the Redblue Eagles.
Hahndorf Magpies V Mount Barker Crusaders
A torrent of goals brightened up a rainy day as Hahndorf steamrolled Mount Barker 10-0 to maintain their title challenge in the 6th round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd division.
Hahndorf got off to a sparkling start, pinning their opponents back from the opening whistle with Aaron Noble, Dan Holland, Jack Farrimond and Kayne Stubing taking charge of the midfield. The talented quartet supplied forwards Leo Santangelo and Matt Norris with plenty of the ball, the latter making his 100th appearance for the club.
The large crowd didn’t have to wait long before Hahndorf got on the scoreboard, defender Scott Taylor showing his striking prowess with rifling shot from the edge of the box after ten minutes. Soon after, Stubing doubled the advantage with a blistering shot that rocketed into the roof of the net, the Magpies eager to dominate derby encounter.
Mt Barker responded with some attacking moves but were unable to pierce the defences of Jon Lynn, Steve Noble, Luke Guest and Taylor. Hahndorf custodian Nathaniel Brooke was rarely troubled but the greasy surface made shots on target a tricky proposition, the ‘keeper getting his big frame behind any of the Crusaders’ efforts.
The third goal arrived via A Noble, the sprightly midfielder having a day out on the wing. Cutting into the box he eluded the Mt Barker defender before slotting the ball into the corner of goal.
Mt Barker tried to get into the match but Farrimond and Lynn were reading the play with authority and neutralised any threats. The visitors’ best chance occurred when a stray disposal by Brooke gave Mt Barker a glimpse of goal but the effort was blazed over the bar.
Hahndorf rounded out the half with their 4th goal, Stubing atoning for an earlier miss with his second after A Noble had done all the hard work to set up the prolific scorer with the simplest of tap-ins.
The second half brought further rain and further pain for Mt Barker as Hahndorf, like the weather, showed no signs of letting up. Farrimond was dominating the centre and released A Noble. The prodigiously talented youngster struck a sweet shot from 30 metres, the ball going over the stranded Mt Barker ‘keeper and finding the net with possibly the goal of the day
Holland highlighted his exemplary game with the Magpies’ 6th, a curled free kick to the top corner as Hahndorf piled on the misery for Mt Barker. The visitors then had a chance but the header went wide to add to their frustration.
Norris had been in the action all match but could not find the back of the net, several times he was denied by the overworked Mt Barker keeper, one a great double save from close in. Working his way back into fitness after a sojourn with Paris Saint-Germain, Norris was replaced by David Grant with the Magpies well on top.
A Magpie short corner brought S Noble in to the attacking play. The experienced defender crossed to the penalty area hotspot and the ball was poked in by Stubing to bring up his hat-trick. An 8th arrived soon after, Grant beating the offside trap to race through on goal and cleanly chip past the advancing ‘keeper, his tumbling celebration ending in a semi-reclined pose to the cheers of the crowd.
Mt Barker almost grabbed a consolation goal but Brooke was cat-like in his acrobatic save, leaping diagonally to tip the well struck shot over the bar and maintain a clean sheet.
Santangelo decided to get on the scoreboard late in the match, taking on a defender and blasting a shot from the edge of the box. The rout was completed minutes from full time when a through ball put no less than four Magpies in on goal. Abandoned by his teammates, the Mt Barker ‘keeper did well to deny Holland’s shot but the rebound fell to Santangelo and he slotted the ball away.
Best on the day was the industrious Jack Farrimond, the driving force of the midfield engine room with an outstanding match. Dan Holland and Aaron Noble also had very productive games to complete Hahndorf’s domination of the midfield.
Reserves
After an entertaining and at times frustrating battle, the Hahndorf Reserves left it late in the game before snatching a 1-0 victory over their local rivals, Mount Barker.
With James Nicholson in goal, Hahndorf selected a flexible defensive line-up comprising of Matt Medley, Andy Craig, Mike Lewington and Rupert ‘the Enforcer’ Lindon. The initial ten minutes saw Mt Barker take the game to the host team and the Hahndorf back line worked hard to prevent any meaningful shots on goal.
Ben ‘Beninho’ Wells, Jordan Webber, Colin Hibbert and Chris Sawers brought the midfield into play as the hosts began to gain more possession. Forwards Jesse Konstantinoff and Max Gordon-Edwards started to find openings in the oppositions defence but the Magpies were largely inaccurate in front of goal.
Several opportunities from corners went begging as Hahndorf had trouble finding the target. Mt Barker also created some openings but Craig, Lindon and Lewinton were resolute in their defence, winning most of the aerial battles and getting in some well timed tackles.
Sawers and Wells provided wide options and the Magpies moved the ball well into the attacking third of the pitch. Many times Hahndorf had trouble finding the right ball to get the opening goal and shots from Konstantinoff, Gordon-Edwards, Webber and Hibbert went astray.
A persistent rain began the second half and the match swung in Hahndorf’s favour when a Mt Barker player was sent off after gaining a second yellow card, a somewhat theatrical collapse in the penalty area not fooling the referee. However, despite the numerical advantage, the Magpies were wasteful with possession and continued to pepper the Mt Barker goal for no reward.
Kyle Eglinton and David Grant entered the fray as Hahndorf pinned the visitors back repeatedly but were not able to penetrate the overworked Mt Barker defence. The Hahndorf defence remained alert to the threat of a counter attack goal with the slick pitch conditions ready to punish a stray pass or missed tackle.
With five minutes remaining, Hahdorf finally got the winning goal after some persistent pressure in the Mt Barker half. Sawers gave a quick throw to Craig who hit a low centring ball to Konstantinoff. Working hard, a quick exchange with Eglinton put Konstantinoff in space and he stuck a fine shot to leave the ‘keeper with no chance and sent the Magpies into frenzied celebration.
Hahndorf held on for the remaining time and should have added a second but for some more errant shots and Mt Barker’s dogged defending. Best for Hahndorf were Craig, Lewington and Lindon, the trio holding Mt Barker to few genuine chances and providing a stable base for the Magpies to launch into attack.
Super Cs
The Div 5 Super Cs started the day off well for Hahndorf, with a comprehensive 6-1 victory over the Sturt Marion Thunder.
Scott Schubert put the Magpies in the lead within five minutes, a fine strike finding the corner of goal for the only score of the mostly even first half.
Hahndorf sparked into life in the second, with a goal to John Lawler before Sturt Marion answered to make it 2-1. The Magpies responded through Luke Jones, Sam Wood and Schubert with his second before Stuart Thomas rounded out the scoring with a trademark header.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies travel to Grange to challenge the second placed USC Lion with the Super Cs 5th Div team visiting the Modbury Jets. The Div 4 Cs are also at Grange, against the Redblue Eagles.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Round 5: Hahndorf V Adelaide University
Hahndorf Scores with Guest Appearance
In a high quality encounter, Hahndorf triumphed 2-1 over a fast finishing Adelaide University in the 5th round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division.
The match got underway in sparkling sunshine, with Hahndorf on the front foot through Leo Santangelo and Dan Holland, the strikers a focal point of midfielders Alex Chapman, Jack Farrimond, Steve Noble and Kayne Stubing. Nathaniel Brooke took command between the sticks, behind a defensive line of Matt Medley, Jon Lynn, Luke Guest and Scott Taylor.
An even twenty minutes opened the game as both sides sought to exploit the opposition defence and control the midfield. However, clear chances were rare with Adelaide University’s best chance being denied by Lynn making ground to stop a shot after Brooke had been rounded.
Holland answered for the Magpies after a flowing move involving Farrimond and Santangelo, but the University ‘keeper was in good position to make the save. Hahndorf then made some useful ground, holding the ball in their attacking half and gaining several corners.
A free kick from the flank provided the opening goal for Hahndorf, Holland whipping the ball in and the University ‘keeper was unable to hold the cross. Stubing pounced on the loose ball but could not get a shot away and it fell to Guest, the mobile defender drilling it into the far corner of the goal.
The Magpies maintained their lead to half time with the help of some excellent defence from Lynn, Medley, Guest and Taylor as the visitors tried to even the score before the break.
The second half was much the same as the first, a tight tussle with both defences on giving little away. Stubing went close with a header, but it flashed past the wrong side of the back post. Adelaide then put Hahndorf under pressure, pinning the Magpies back with a series of corners, but the home team defended well under the stress.
Several times Stubing launched Hahndorf into attack, striding down the flank to deliver some fine crosses, Santangelo getting on the end of one and unlucky to see his header go over the bar. Guest also missed the target with his header, before going on a scything run to release Santangelo, who in turn found Holland, his goal-bound shot drawing an acrobatic tip over the bar from the University ‘keeper.
Eventually Hahndorf’s pressure produced the second goal, Holland delivering a deep free that was gathered by Guest out wide. Deceiving his marker, Guest unleashed a fierce drive from a sharp angle, the shot unstoppable as it speared into the top corner despite the ‘keeper getting a hand on it.
Hahndorf made several substitutions, bringing on Gilbert Ward and Chris Sawers as the Magpies looked to consolidate their lead. With the Hahndorf defence largely on top for most of the game, Lynn conspicuous with his timely interceptions, Adelaide University sparked a torrid final ten minutes when they scored.
A long ball was gathered by the visiting forward who shot, Brooke’s parry unable to keep the ball rolling toward goal and as four players converged, University were able to bundle it in. Adelaide University upped the tempo looking for an equaliser, but the Magpies responded well, the defence calm under examination.
A yellow card was given out to a University player when he theatrically fell in the penalty area, confirming calls from a spectator suggesting the offender was clearly a first year drama student with much to learn.
Hahndorf had a chance to put the game beyond reach with a slick move that left Holland with a shot after Santangelo’s lay off, but his strike went narrowly wide. Both teams were desperate for possession in the dwindling minutes but could not breech the respective defences, who held firm to the final whistle.
Best on the day for Hahndorf was Luke Guest, a double strike to the central defender underlining his versatility at both ends of the park. He was assisted by Jon Lynn, the club stalwart a rock in leading the defence with Dan Holland also putting in a sterling game all day.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves fought out a highly contestable scoreless draw in a match of few clear chances with both teams in fine form at the back.
Adelaide University had the early running from kick off and put the defence of Kyle Eglinton, Andy Craig, Mike Lewington and Gilbert Ward under scrutiny. Despite their intent, the University side created few chances to trouble Magpie custodian James Nicholson and the hosts started to work their way into the match.
Midfielders John Lawler, Colin Hibbert, Chris Sawers and Max Gordon-Edwards began to influence the play, although Hahndorf too had trouble creating chances through their strikers, Jesse Konstantinoff and Jordan Webber.
Both teams had periods of domination but could do little to make it count on the score board, the respective defences working hard to deny any easy chances. Several corners to Hahndorf were not capitalised on, with efforts going wide as the home team tried to prise open the University side.
The arm wrestle continued into the second half, the defence of Eglinton and Lewington crucial in keeping Adelaide University to a few, ineffective long shots. Ward and Sawers worked well to restrict the visitors, while Webber and Konstantinoff were busy in attack but could not find a way through the defence.
Rupert “the Enforcer “Lindon and Ben “Beninho” Wells entered the fray during the half with Hahndorf hoping the injection of fresh legs would generate a goal. The Magpies best chance fell to Konstantinoff, chasing a bouncing ball he lifted his shot over the advancing ‘keeper but it went just wide of goal.
Several late free kicks to the Adelaide side put Hahndorf under pressure at the back but they responded well, the defence not giving an inch in the cauldron of battle. The combatants had to settle for a share of the points with no goals scored despite the entertaining and high quality displayed by both teams.
Best on the day for Hahndorf was Kyle Eglinton for his comprehensive effort in defence, aided by big Mike Lewington who won most of his contested challenges. Gilbert Ward also put in a solid game, cutting out many University attacks and often putting Hahndorf on the counter attack.
Super Cs
In a pulsating encounter, the Hahndorf Div5 Cs trailed twice before scoring a second half winner to take the points over the visiting Vipers. After the Vipers went a goal up, Sam Wood equalised with a stunning volley from Luke Jones’ throw, the shot rocketing into the bottom corner of the net.
The Vipers once again took the lead, only for Scott Schubert to fire in the reply from the edge of the area, squeezing a scintillating shot between two players to complete an entertaining first half. An even second half turned Hahndorf’s way, with Owen “the Black Pearl” Boyce’s penalty trickling over the line after the Vipers ‘keeper almost saved the spot kick.
The Div 4 Cs were not so lucky, but put in a brave performance as the depleted eight man team went down 4-1 to the Dragon Rangers. A highlight for Hahndorf was the equalising goal at 1-1, Kieran Guest emulating his brother’s efforts with a spectacular drive from distance to find the top corner of net.
Next week, Hahndorf once again host a triple-header at the Pine avenue arena, bragging rights on the line when the First and Reserve teams contest the local derby against Mt Barker. The Div 5 Cs start the days action at 11am when they take on Sturt Marion while the Div 4 Cs host Greenock at Mylor for their 3pm kick off.
In a high quality encounter, Hahndorf triumphed 2-1 over a fast finishing Adelaide University in the 5th round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division.
The match got underway in sparkling sunshine, with Hahndorf on the front foot through Leo Santangelo and Dan Holland, the strikers a focal point of midfielders Alex Chapman, Jack Farrimond, Steve Noble and Kayne Stubing. Nathaniel Brooke took command between the sticks, behind a defensive line of Matt Medley, Jon Lynn, Luke Guest and Scott Taylor.
An even twenty minutes opened the game as both sides sought to exploit the opposition defence and control the midfield. However, clear chances were rare with Adelaide University’s best chance being denied by Lynn making ground to stop a shot after Brooke had been rounded.
Holland answered for the Magpies after a flowing move involving Farrimond and Santangelo, but the University ‘keeper was in good position to make the save. Hahndorf then made some useful ground, holding the ball in their attacking half and gaining several corners.
A free kick from the flank provided the opening goal for Hahndorf, Holland whipping the ball in and the University ‘keeper was unable to hold the cross. Stubing pounced on the loose ball but could not get a shot away and it fell to Guest, the mobile defender drilling it into the far corner of the goal.
The Magpies maintained their lead to half time with the help of some excellent defence from Lynn, Medley, Guest and Taylor as the visitors tried to even the score before the break.
The second half was much the same as the first, a tight tussle with both defences on giving little away. Stubing went close with a header, but it flashed past the wrong side of the back post. Adelaide then put Hahndorf under pressure, pinning the Magpies back with a series of corners, but the home team defended well under the stress.
Several times Stubing launched Hahndorf into attack, striding down the flank to deliver some fine crosses, Santangelo getting on the end of one and unlucky to see his header go over the bar. Guest also missed the target with his header, before going on a scything run to release Santangelo, who in turn found Holland, his goal-bound shot drawing an acrobatic tip over the bar from the University ‘keeper.
Eventually Hahndorf’s pressure produced the second goal, Holland delivering a deep free that was gathered by Guest out wide. Deceiving his marker, Guest unleashed a fierce drive from a sharp angle, the shot unstoppable as it speared into the top corner despite the ‘keeper getting a hand on it.
Hahndorf made several substitutions, bringing on Gilbert Ward and Chris Sawers as the Magpies looked to consolidate their lead. With the Hahndorf defence largely on top for most of the game, Lynn conspicuous with his timely interceptions, Adelaide University sparked a torrid final ten minutes when they scored.
A long ball was gathered by the visiting forward who shot, Brooke’s parry unable to keep the ball rolling toward goal and as four players converged, University were able to bundle it in. Adelaide University upped the tempo looking for an equaliser, but the Magpies responded well, the defence calm under examination.
A yellow card was given out to a University player when he theatrically fell in the penalty area, confirming calls from a spectator suggesting the offender was clearly a first year drama student with much to learn.
Hahndorf had a chance to put the game beyond reach with a slick move that left Holland with a shot after Santangelo’s lay off, but his strike went narrowly wide. Both teams were desperate for possession in the dwindling minutes but could not breech the respective defences, who held firm to the final whistle.
Best on the day for Hahndorf was Luke Guest, a double strike to the central defender underlining his versatility at both ends of the park. He was assisted by Jon Lynn, the club stalwart a rock in leading the defence with Dan Holland also putting in a sterling game all day.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves fought out a highly contestable scoreless draw in a match of few clear chances with both teams in fine form at the back.
Adelaide University had the early running from kick off and put the defence of Kyle Eglinton, Andy Craig, Mike Lewington and Gilbert Ward under scrutiny. Despite their intent, the University side created few chances to trouble Magpie custodian James Nicholson and the hosts started to work their way into the match.
Midfielders John Lawler, Colin Hibbert, Chris Sawers and Max Gordon-Edwards began to influence the play, although Hahndorf too had trouble creating chances through their strikers, Jesse Konstantinoff and Jordan Webber.
Both teams had periods of domination but could do little to make it count on the score board, the respective defences working hard to deny any easy chances. Several corners to Hahndorf were not capitalised on, with efforts going wide as the home team tried to prise open the University side.
The arm wrestle continued into the second half, the defence of Eglinton and Lewington crucial in keeping Adelaide University to a few, ineffective long shots. Ward and Sawers worked well to restrict the visitors, while Webber and Konstantinoff were busy in attack but could not find a way through the defence.
Rupert “the Enforcer “Lindon and Ben “Beninho” Wells entered the fray during the half with Hahndorf hoping the injection of fresh legs would generate a goal. The Magpies best chance fell to Konstantinoff, chasing a bouncing ball he lifted his shot over the advancing ‘keeper but it went just wide of goal.
Several late free kicks to the Adelaide side put Hahndorf under pressure at the back but they responded well, the defence not giving an inch in the cauldron of battle. The combatants had to settle for a share of the points with no goals scored despite the entertaining and high quality displayed by both teams.
Best on the day for Hahndorf was Kyle Eglinton for his comprehensive effort in defence, aided by big Mike Lewington who won most of his contested challenges. Gilbert Ward also put in a solid game, cutting out many University attacks and often putting Hahndorf on the counter attack.
Super Cs
In a pulsating encounter, the Hahndorf Div5 Cs trailed twice before scoring a second half winner to take the points over the visiting Vipers. After the Vipers went a goal up, Sam Wood equalised with a stunning volley from Luke Jones’ throw, the shot rocketing into the bottom corner of the net.
The Vipers once again took the lead, only for Scott Schubert to fire in the reply from the edge of the area, squeezing a scintillating shot between two players to complete an entertaining first half. An even second half turned Hahndorf’s way, with Owen “the Black Pearl” Boyce’s penalty trickling over the line after the Vipers ‘keeper almost saved the spot kick.
The Div 4 Cs were not so lucky, but put in a brave performance as the depleted eight man team went down 4-1 to the Dragon Rangers. A highlight for Hahndorf was the equalising goal at 1-1, Kieran Guest emulating his brother’s efforts with a spectacular drive from distance to find the top corner of net.
Next week, Hahndorf once again host a triple-header at the Pine avenue arena, bragging rights on the line when the First and Reserve teams contest the local derby against Mt Barker. The Div 5 Cs start the days action at 11am when they take on Sturt Marion while the Div 4 Cs host Greenock at Mylor for their 3pm kick off.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Round 4: McLaren District V Hahndorf
McLaren District V Hahndorf
Hahndorf returned to winning form in their 4th fixture of South Australian Amateur Soccer League, putting the polish on their shooting boots with a 9-0 caning of McLaren District.
Hahndorf started Nathaniel Brooke in goal behind the defensive line of Scott Taylor, Martin Busch, Jon Lynn and Matt Medley. A young, vibrant midfield featured Alex Chapman, Jack Farrimond, Leo Santangelo and Dan Holland, the foursome providing plenty of the ball to strikers Callum Graham and Kayne Stubing.
Hahndorf got off to a flying start, Graham netting the opener with less than five minutes on the clock, Stubing supplying a fine cross for the talented forward. Soon after the Magpies doubled their lead, Taylor’s incisive pass piercing the host’s defence and Stubing drilled a low shot across the goal keeper, a slight bobble helping it on its way and maintaining the sharpshooter’s goal-a-game record.
The Magpies kept up the pressure with Chapman and Holland exploiting the width on offer and it was the latter who set up Stubing’s second, a sharp chance fired into goal to leave the hosts in disarray. Continued pressure saw Holland break forward to force a good save and from the resultant corner, Taylor and Busch had both their efforts go wide of the target.
However, further corners to the Magpies paid dividends, Santangelo picking up a weak clearance and after a slick move to create space, he arrowed a drive into goal. Hahndorf piled on the misery for the hosts when Stubing scored his hat trick with a long shot and then rounded out the half with Hahndorf’s sixth. The fourth was arguably the best of Stubing’s goals, the prolific marksman made a great turn to leave two defenders guarding space and then unleashed a searing shot into the corner of goal.
Leading 6-0 at half time, the Magpies relaxed a little on the resumption of play as Mclaren District took the match to them. The hosts tried to mount a challenge but the Hahndorf defence were miserly in giving away chances and Brooke was well placed to collect any shots on the visitor’s goal. Farrimond and Santangelo worked the central corridor to nullify District’s options, while Graham and Stubing remained a potent threat.
Hahndorf brought on Luke Guest as Hahndorf looked to regain their hold and a flowing move brought Graham an opportunity but the Mclaren ‘keeper was in good position to hold the shot. Graham continued his good work and put in a fine cross that the ‘keeper could only palm away. Holland pounced on the ball to fire in a fine finish and his first goal for the club.
Another Hahndorf substitution saw David Grant enter the match and his twenty minute warm up paid off when he linked up with Medley to send Farrimond galloping down the flank. The industrious midfielder cut in towards goal and deceived the ‘keeper with a swerving shot at the near post for the Magpies eighth strike. For his efforts, Farrimond was replaced by Gibert Ward as Hahndorf once again dominated play.
Santangelo had a chance after intercepting a goalkick, but his shot could only find the keeper. The big German, Busch tried to get on the scoreboard before departing the country. He had a fine effort flick the crossbar from a corner situation, before Holland added his second, Santangelo crossing for the debutant to tuck away.
With the match nearing its end, Busch had two more chances but was unable to souvenir a goal before the final whistle. It was a commanding performance by the Hahndorf Magpies with contributions from all over the ground. Best on the day was Callum Graham, his play a constant threat, with Stubing’s four goals and Santangelo’s work rate also a highlight.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves handed out an 11-0 hammering to the McLaren District reserves, to get their league campaign back on track.
The Magpies began the match well, forwards Jesse Konstantinoff and Max Gordon-Edwards putting the McLaren defence on notice with with some early chances. Midfielders Luke Jones, Gilbert Ward, Jordan Webber, Colin Hibbert and Chris Sawers sought to control the middle and often used the flanks to set up attacks.
A series of corners for the visitors saw the opening score, defender Luke Guest reacting quickly to bury a loose ball into the net. Hahndorf pressed forward and gained a second goal through Konstantinoff, the hard working forward firing in after some fine play by the Magpie midfield.
Hahndorf had a third when Gordon-Edwards collected a long corner and after a clever turn, found Guest at the near post, the big defender with a neat volley to put the Magpies in complete control.
McLaren District created few chances, Kyle Eglinton, Andy Craig and Guest cutting out many of the forward balls and ‘keeper James Nicholson was never under any real threat. Ward played his deep midfield role to perfection, thwarting District with some timely interceptions and sending the Magpies into attack.
Webber announced his arrival in the match with an extraordinary hat trick within twenty minutes, the hard charging midfielder riding a few tackles to forge his way into the area and finding the net with fine shots on three carbon copy occasions.
With a commanding 6-0 lead at half time the Magpies challenged themselves to maintain the intensity. Sawers continued to provide a great option on the flank, linking up with Konstantinoff and Gordon-Edwards. However it was Webber who once again showed the way, another bustling run and shot bringing his tally to four.
Changes by the Hahndorf coaching staff brought on “the Enforcer”, Rupert Lindon, Ben “Beninho” Wells and refined defender Bob Gordon-Edwards. Hahndorf continued to press, many opportunities arising from Jones’ long throws or Hibbert’s corner kicks. Konstantinoff earned himself a penalty after a rash District challenge and duly converted to get his second and Hahndorf’s eighth.
Craig added a ninth with a header after Jones and Hibbert combined to get a smart cross from a short corner as the visitors maintained their momentum. Konstantinoff completed his hat trick with another fine finish after some steady possession by the Magpies. Sawers completed the rout with a bundled goal from close in, another cross not dealt with by the home side.
In a comprehensive display Hahndorf had winners all over the park, but Jordan Webber was outstanding with his four goal contribution. Other notable involvements came from Luke Guest and Gilbert Ward, their work down the spine ensured the home side had little joy in the goal scoring department.
Super Cs
The news wasn’t so good for the Div 4 Cs, going down 3-0 to league leaders Strathalbyn, the spirited Magpies having an equalising goal disallowed in the opening half and the visitors knocking in two quick ones during the second half.
The Div 5 Cs also was on the wrong side of a 4-1 score line against St Peters, the 10 men of Hahndorf depleted by late illness. Holding their own for much of the match, the Magpies were 1-1 at half time, courtesy of a Jordi Kane free kick. Despite an excellent effort by all the Hahndorf players, they were eventually over run as exhaustion set in late into the match.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies will be looking to maintain their goal scoring form when they host Adelaide University at the Pine Avenue arena, with the Div 5 Cs kicking off the triple header by taking on the Adelaide Vipers in the 11am start. The Div 4 Cs are playing host to the intriguingly named Dragon Rangers at Mylor for their 3pm kick off.
Hahndorf returned to winning form in their 4th fixture of South Australian Amateur Soccer League, putting the polish on their shooting boots with a 9-0 caning of McLaren District.
Hahndorf started Nathaniel Brooke in goal behind the defensive line of Scott Taylor, Martin Busch, Jon Lynn and Matt Medley. A young, vibrant midfield featured Alex Chapman, Jack Farrimond, Leo Santangelo and Dan Holland, the foursome providing plenty of the ball to strikers Callum Graham and Kayne Stubing.
Hahndorf got off to a flying start, Graham netting the opener with less than five minutes on the clock, Stubing supplying a fine cross for the talented forward. Soon after the Magpies doubled their lead, Taylor’s incisive pass piercing the host’s defence and Stubing drilled a low shot across the goal keeper, a slight bobble helping it on its way and maintaining the sharpshooter’s goal-a-game record.
The Magpies kept up the pressure with Chapman and Holland exploiting the width on offer and it was the latter who set up Stubing’s second, a sharp chance fired into goal to leave the hosts in disarray. Continued pressure saw Holland break forward to force a good save and from the resultant corner, Taylor and Busch had both their efforts go wide of the target.
However, further corners to the Magpies paid dividends, Santangelo picking up a weak clearance and after a slick move to create space, he arrowed a drive into goal. Hahndorf piled on the misery for the hosts when Stubing scored his hat trick with a long shot and then rounded out the half with Hahndorf’s sixth. The fourth was arguably the best of Stubing’s goals, the prolific marksman made a great turn to leave two defenders guarding space and then unleashed a searing shot into the corner of goal.
Leading 6-0 at half time, the Magpies relaxed a little on the resumption of play as Mclaren District took the match to them. The hosts tried to mount a challenge but the Hahndorf defence were miserly in giving away chances and Brooke was well placed to collect any shots on the visitor’s goal. Farrimond and Santangelo worked the central corridor to nullify District’s options, while Graham and Stubing remained a potent threat.
Hahndorf brought on Luke Guest as Hahndorf looked to regain their hold and a flowing move brought Graham an opportunity but the Mclaren ‘keeper was in good position to hold the shot. Graham continued his good work and put in a fine cross that the ‘keeper could only palm away. Holland pounced on the ball to fire in a fine finish and his first goal for the club.
Another Hahndorf substitution saw David Grant enter the match and his twenty minute warm up paid off when he linked up with Medley to send Farrimond galloping down the flank. The industrious midfielder cut in towards goal and deceived the ‘keeper with a swerving shot at the near post for the Magpies eighth strike. For his efforts, Farrimond was replaced by Gibert Ward as Hahndorf once again dominated play.
Santangelo had a chance after intercepting a goalkick, but his shot could only find the keeper. The big German, Busch tried to get on the scoreboard before departing the country. He had a fine effort flick the crossbar from a corner situation, before Holland added his second, Santangelo crossing for the debutant to tuck away.
With the match nearing its end, Busch had two more chances but was unable to souvenir a goal before the final whistle. It was a commanding performance by the Hahndorf Magpies with contributions from all over the ground. Best on the day was Callum Graham, his play a constant threat, with Stubing’s four goals and Santangelo’s work rate also a highlight.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves handed out an 11-0 hammering to the McLaren District reserves, to get their league campaign back on track.
The Magpies began the match well, forwards Jesse Konstantinoff and Max Gordon-Edwards putting the McLaren defence on notice with with some early chances. Midfielders Luke Jones, Gilbert Ward, Jordan Webber, Colin Hibbert and Chris Sawers sought to control the middle and often used the flanks to set up attacks.
A series of corners for the visitors saw the opening score, defender Luke Guest reacting quickly to bury a loose ball into the net. Hahndorf pressed forward and gained a second goal through Konstantinoff, the hard working forward firing in after some fine play by the Magpie midfield.
Hahndorf had a third when Gordon-Edwards collected a long corner and after a clever turn, found Guest at the near post, the big defender with a neat volley to put the Magpies in complete control.
McLaren District created few chances, Kyle Eglinton, Andy Craig and Guest cutting out many of the forward balls and ‘keeper James Nicholson was never under any real threat. Ward played his deep midfield role to perfection, thwarting District with some timely interceptions and sending the Magpies into attack.
Webber announced his arrival in the match with an extraordinary hat trick within twenty minutes, the hard charging midfielder riding a few tackles to forge his way into the area and finding the net with fine shots on three carbon copy occasions.
With a commanding 6-0 lead at half time the Magpies challenged themselves to maintain the intensity. Sawers continued to provide a great option on the flank, linking up with Konstantinoff and Gordon-Edwards. However it was Webber who once again showed the way, another bustling run and shot bringing his tally to four.
Changes by the Hahndorf coaching staff brought on “the Enforcer”, Rupert Lindon, Ben “Beninho” Wells and refined defender Bob Gordon-Edwards. Hahndorf continued to press, many opportunities arising from Jones’ long throws or Hibbert’s corner kicks. Konstantinoff earned himself a penalty after a rash District challenge and duly converted to get his second and Hahndorf’s eighth.
Craig added a ninth with a header after Jones and Hibbert combined to get a smart cross from a short corner as the visitors maintained their momentum. Konstantinoff completed his hat trick with another fine finish after some steady possession by the Magpies. Sawers completed the rout with a bundled goal from close in, another cross not dealt with by the home side.
In a comprehensive display Hahndorf had winners all over the park, but Jordan Webber was outstanding with his four goal contribution. Other notable involvements came from Luke Guest and Gilbert Ward, their work down the spine ensured the home side had little joy in the goal scoring department.
Super Cs
The news wasn’t so good for the Div 4 Cs, going down 3-0 to league leaders Strathalbyn, the spirited Magpies having an equalising goal disallowed in the opening half and the visitors knocking in two quick ones during the second half.
The Div 5 Cs also was on the wrong side of a 4-1 score line against St Peters, the 10 men of Hahndorf depleted by late illness. Holding their own for much of the match, the Magpies were 1-1 at half time, courtesy of a Jordi Kane free kick. Despite an excellent effort by all the Hahndorf players, they were eventually over run as exhaustion set in late into the match.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies will be looking to maintain their goal scoring form when they host Adelaide University at the Pine Avenue arena, with the Div 5 Cs kicking off the triple header by taking on the Adelaide Vipers in the 11am start. The Div 4 Cs are playing host to the intriguingly named Dragon Rangers at Mylor for their 3pm kick off.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Cup Rounds: Round One
Cup Rounds
Hahndorf suffered a frustrating 4-1 loss against the Southern Breakers on Saturday in the Amateur League Challenge Cup, their first defeat for the season.
Hahndorf began brightly with goalkeeper Nathaniel Brooke presiding over the defensive unit of Scott Taylor, Jon Lynn, Martin Busch and Matt Medley. Hahndorf’s engine room of Jordan Webber, Callum Graham, Steve Noble, Jack Farrimond along with strikers Kayne Stubing and Max Edwards dominated the early exchanges and the home team should have made their mark on the scoreboard.
Opportunities presented themselves frequently but the Magpies failed to take advantage as they seemed to have the measure of the Breakers but their shooting game was below par. After the opening twenty minutes, Hahndorf had spurned at least four clear-cut chances and these were to haunt them as the game developed.
The Southern Breakers took advantage of the Magpies profligacy and opened the scoring with a well-struck free kick that eluded the Hahndorf defence to find the back of the net. Hahndorf responded with a couple of fine moves, the best resulting in the levelling goal, Busch finding Stubing with a precision through ball. The Magpie forward aimed at goal, deceiving the Breakers’ ‘keeper with his strike to maintain his remarkable goal scoring run this season.
However, Hahndorf wasted further chances and again went behind after the Southern Breakers scored from a header, the Magpies unable to track the visitor’s movement from a corner and the home team went into half time on the wrong side of the 2-1 score line.
The play for Hahndorf did not improve much after half time, creating scoring opportunities but unable to capitalise as the Breakers began to gain more possession. Gilbert Ward, Alex Chapman and John Lawler were brought into the match but the Magpies fortunes were not to be altered.
Emboldened by the lack of accurate shooting from the home team, the Southern Breakers added two more goals to pile on the misery. Worse was to follow for the Magpies as they looked to be mounting a serious challenge, having a player sent off for a second bookable offence. With the cup tie effectively over after this action, both teams played out the remaining twenty five minutes with diminishing interest.
The best on the day for the Magpies was Kayne Stubing, with solid efforts from Martin Busch and Matt Medley in what turned out to be a fairly mediocre performance by the home team.
Hahndorf Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves played their Reserve Cup match against Sunday 2nd Division side Bosna, the Mothers’ day fixture ending in an exciting 5-4 win for the Magpies.
Starting with James Nicholson in goal, the Magpies blended a team of youth and experience, veteran Andy Craig guiding a young defence of Jordan Kane, Kieran Guest and Rob Gillespie. Colin Hibbert, Jack Holland, Chris Sawers and Luke Jones drove the midfield with big man Mike Lewington and Jesse Konstantinoff providing the strike power.
The Magpies started well on the expansive pitch, looking lively in the opening exchanges against their more experienced opposition. Lewington and Konstantinoff were always a threat and Jones nearly broke the crossbar with a thunderous strike.
Bosna hit back with some close chances, the Hahndorf defence put under pressure as Nicholson was called into action. However, the Magpies struck first, a good period of pressure forced Bosna into some frantic clearances, one falling to Jones and he took full toll, blasting the ball past the home ‘keeper.
Both sides had further chances but were unable to capitalise as the half drew to an end. During the break Hahndorf rearranged the team and brought on Sam Wood and the move paid off handsomely. The Magpies went two goals up within minutes of the restart, Woods scoring with his first touch from close range after some tenacious work by Konstantinoff.
The Magpies then added two more, Jones getting his second and Konstantinoff scoring goal of the day with a curling shot that found the inside the far post. At 4-0 up with thirty minutes remaining, Hahndorf brought on Jay Bryson and Scott Schubert. Looking in control, the Magpies then let Bosna into the game, conceding three soft goals within ten minutes to add a few grey hairs and some consternation for the Hahndorf coaching staff as the match sparked into life.
The tempo increased and Hahndorf marshalled their defence as they sought to arrest Bosna’s momentum; Gillespie and Schubert playing wide and providing a release for the defence along with Sawers, Hibbert and Holland. With ten minutes remaining, Konstaninoff scored his second, breaking past the offside trap and exchanging passes with Holland before turning the ball into the Bosna net.
A final twist saw Bosna score their fourth with minutes left in the match but the young Hahndorf team showed their resolve to finally prevail 5-4 in the high scoring match.
Man of the match was Chris Sawers, with strong contributions from Jesse Konstantinoff and Luke Jones.
Super Cs
The Hahndorf Super Cs scored their maiden win of the season; an impressive 4-1 win over local rivals Stirling and atoning for their 1st round loss last week.
Player-Coach Edmondo “the Italian Maestro” Palombo fielded a young, exuberant team tempered with a couple of wise heads to take the match up to their more experienced rivals. Hahndorf’s spirited display brought its reward and the Magpies had a number of excellent perfomances all over the park, leaving Palombo exceedingly happy with his young side.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies travel to the scenic Southern Vales to take on McLaren District while the Div 5 Cs are away to league leaders Strathalbyn and the Div 5 Cs are visiting St Peters.
Hahndorf suffered a frustrating 4-1 loss against the Southern Breakers on Saturday in the Amateur League Challenge Cup, their first defeat for the season.
Hahndorf began brightly with goalkeeper Nathaniel Brooke presiding over the defensive unit of Scott Taylor, Jon Lynn, Martin Busch and Matt Medley. Hahndorf’s engine room of Jordan Webber, Callum Graham, Steve Noble, Jack Farrimond along with strikers Kayne Stubing and Max Edwards dominated the early exchanges and the home team should have made their mark on the scoreboard.
Opportunities presented themselves frequently but the Magpies failed to take advantage as they seemed to have the measure of the Breakers but their shooting game was below par. After the opening twenty minutes, Hahndorf had spurned at least four clear-cut chances and these were to haunt them as the game developed.
The Southern Breakers took advantage of the Magpies profligacy and opened the scoring with a well-struck free kick that eluded the Hahndorf defence to find the back of the net. Hahndorf responded with a couple of fine moves, the best resulting in the levelling goal, Busch finding Stubing with a precision through ball. The Magpie forward aimed at goal, deceiving the Breakers’ ‘keeper with his strike to maintain his remarkable goal scoring run this season.
However, Hahndorf wasted further chances and again went behind after the Southern Breakers scored from a header, the Magpies unable to track the visitor’s movement from a corner and the home team went into half time on the wrong side of the 2-1 score line.
The play for Hahndorf did not improve much after half time, creating scoring opportunities but unable to capitalise as the Breakers began to gain more possession. Gilbert Ward, Alex Chapman and John Lawler were brought into the match but the Magpies fortunes were not to be altered.
Emboldened by the lack of accurate shooting from the home team, the Southern Breakers added two more goals to pile on the misery. Worse was to follow for the Magpies as they looked to be mounting a serious challenge, having a player sent off for a second bookable offence. With the cup tie effectively over after this action, both teams played out the remaining twenty five minutes with diminishing interest.
The best on the day for the Magpies was Kayne Stubing, with solid efforts from Martin Busch and Matt Medley in what turned out to be a fairly mediocre performance by the home team.
Hahndorf Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves played their Reserve Cup match against Sunday 2nd Division side Bosna, the Mothers’ day fixture ending in an exciting 5-4 win for the Magpies.
Starting with James Nicholson in goal, the Magpies blended a team of youth and experience, veteran Andy Craig guiding a young defence of Jordan Kane, Kieran Guest and Rob Gillespie. Colin Hibbert, Jack Holland, Chris Sawers and Luke Jones drove the midfield with big man Mike Lewington and Jesse Konstantinoff providing the strike power.
The Magpies started well on the expansive pitch, looking lively in the opening exchanges against their more experienced opposition. Lewington and Konstantinoff were always a threat and Jones nearly broke the crossbar with a thunderous strike.
Bosna hit back with some close chances, the Hahndorf defence put under pressure as Nicholson was called into action. However, the Magpies struck first, a good period of pressure forced Bosna into some frantic clearances, one falling to Jones and he took full toll, blasting the ball past the home ‘keeper.
Both sides had further chances but were unable to capitalise as the half drew to an end. During the break Hahndorf rearranged the team and brought on Sam Wood and the move paid off handsomely. The Magpies went two goals up within minutes of the restart, Woods scoring with his first touch from close range after some tenacious work by Konstantinoff.
The Magpies then added two more, Jones getting his second and Konstantinoff scoring goal of the day with a curling shot that found the inside the far post. At 4-0 up with thirty minutes remaining, Hahndorf brought on Jay Bryson and Scott Schubert. Looking in control, the Magpies then let Bosna into the game, conceding three soft goals within ten minutes to add a few grey hairs and some consternation for the Hahndorf coaching staff as the match sparked into life.
The tempo increased and Hahndorf marshalled their defence as they sought to arrest Bosna’s momentum; Gillespie and Schubert playing wide and providing a release for the defence along with Sawers, Hibbert and Holland. With ten minutes remaining, Konstaninoff scored his second, breaking past the offside trap and exchanging passes with Holland before turning the ball into the Bosna net.
A final twist saw Bosna score their fourth with minutes left in the match but the young Hahndorf team showed their resolve to finally prevail 5-4 in the high scoring match.
Man of the match was Chris Sawers, with strong contributions from Jesse Konstantinoff and Luke Jones.
Super Cs
The Hahndorf Super Cs scored their maiden win of the season; an impressive 4-1 win over local rivals Stirling and atoning for their 1st round loss last week.
Player-Coach Edmondo “the Italian Maestro” Palombo fielded a young, exuberant team tempered with a couple of wise heads to take the match up to their more experienced rivals. Hahndorf’s spirited display brought its reward and the Magpies had a number of excellent perfomances all over the park, leaving Palombo exceedingly happy with his young side.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies travel to the scenic Southern Vales to take on McLaren District while the Div 5 Cs are away to league leaders Strathalbyn and the Div 5 Cs are visiting St Peters.
Tuesday, May 04, 2010
Round 3: Hahndorf V Fliders University
Hahndorf V Flinders University
Handing out a 5-2 drubbing, Hahndorf gave Flinders University a footballing lecture, to keep the Magpies in second place in the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division.
On a fine autumnal afternoon, the two teams played an even opening ten minutes, Flinders getting the first sight of goal but the effort passed harmlessly over the bar of James Nicholson‟s goal. Leo Santangelo replied for Hahndorf, firing wide after a good build up through Callum Graham and Kayne Stubing.
Hahndorf found a viable alley to goal on the right flank, Steve and Aaron Noble combining to carve open the Uni defence on numerous occasions. The Magpies gained control of the midfield with Tom Holland‟s distribution the foil to the industrious work of Jack Farrimond as Hahndorf enjoyed a period of sustained pressure on the University side.
The defence of Martin Busch, Jon Lynn and Scott Taylor were never truly stretched in the early going and Hahndorf underlined their authority with a brilliant move to open the scoring. Moving out from the back, Lynn, A.Noble and Holland played a series of short passes to bring the ball into the attacking third, Holland then sliced open the defence with a terrific pass to Graham. Bearing in on goal, Graham picked his spot and gave the University 'keeper no chance with a fine finish.
Looking to double their advantage, Santangelo broke forward and his on-target shot was deflected by the goalkeeper to Stubing but he hit his effort over the bar. Flinders hit back with a sharp move but the forward could only pick out Nicholson in goal with his header. Better was to come from the visitors however and they equalised with a bullet-like free kick from outside the penalty area.
Hahndorf stormed back to regain the lead, a corner by the Magpies only half cleared when Taylor‟s effort was blocked and Stubing stepped up to fire a shot through traffic into the corner of goal. The Magpies played out the rest of the half in control, A.Noble, Holland and Graham notable with some fine touches.
Hahndorf began the second half in stirring fashion, a quick break on the left releasing Stubing and he put in a superb angled cross to Santangelo. The athletic forward made good ground to stretch out a leg and guide a half volley past the exposed 'keeper for 3-1 lead.
Hahndorf kept on top of the game with some sustained pressure, Santangelo looking for his second when he shot just wide after the Magpies had forged an opening through some excellent midfield possession. Holland and A.Noble combined to threaten the Flinders‟ goal and forced a hasty clearance by their defence, the ball launched over the tennis courts. While waited for the ball to be couriered back, Hahndorf made their first substitution, bringing on Max Edwards for A.Noble.
The University side fought back to apply some pressure to the Hahndorf defence, but Lynn, S.Noble, Taylor and Busch limited the visitors chances. The big German then underscored his versatility with a magnificent goal from distance, curling a left-footer to the top, far corner after S.Noble picked him out with a smart throw.
The Magpies made further changes, Matt Medley and Shaun Smith replacing Taylor and Holland. The substitutes may have brought immediate reward when Graham and Smith exchanged passes and crossed for Edwards, but he was unable to find the target. Santangelo maintained his strong game with a shot from distance but it too passed just wide of the goal.
Hahndorf‟s persistence paid off when Stubing added his second and the Magpies fifth, Graham curling in a free kick for Stubing to bundle over the line, a pelvic thrust putting the visitors in their own time warp. The horror show may have continued for the Uni side, with Edwards, Smith and Graham keeping them pinned deep in their own half. However, to their credit, Flinders scored a late goal, a fine header catching Hahndorf napping at a corner with minutes remaining.
Man of the match was Callum Graham, the midfield maestro orchestrating much of Hahndorf‟s attacking verve, with great support from Leo Santangelo and Kayne Stubing, their work up front a constant threat to the Uni defence. A.Noble also drew special mention for his exceptional workrate during the first half.
Hahndorf Reserves
In a reverse score line to the First team match, the Hahndorf Reserves suffered their first defeat of the season, the sometimes spiteful match seeing the hosts squander an early lead to be eventually be over-run 5-2 by the visitors.
The Magpies started brightly, with Jordan Webber, Jesse Konstantinoff and Chris Sawers putting the Uni side on the back foot. Fine support in the midfield of David Grant, Gary Ledson, Colin Hibbert and Mike „the Wanderer” Lewington gave Hahndorf the edge in possession and it was a short time before their efforts brought the first goal.
Webber beat a Uni player and put in a deep cross to Sawers who headed back across to Konstantinoff and he fought hard to bundle to ball into goal. Hahndorf maintained the attacks through Bob Edwards, the cultured central defender turning back the years with a fine through ball to Konstantinoff, but he failed to find the target. Further opportunity presented itself with Sawers just firing wide and then Konstantinoff intercepted a short goal kick, but again the second goal remained elusive with the shot going over the bar.
Flinders woke up to the danger and began to force their way into the game, Hahndorf 'keeper Luke Jones making an excellent save from a one on one chance. Kyle Eglinton and Matt Medley provided defensive support and it was the former who created Hahndorf‟s second goal. A penetrating free kick found Grant and the experienced midfielder fired in a precise volley for a two-goal lead.
The visitors hit back with their first goal soon after and Hahndorf were forced to replace an injured Grant with Alex Chapman. Flinders began to assert themselves and equalised when the Magpies failed to hold possession from a goal kick. Further insult was added just before half time when the University side went ahead 3-2 after a solo run left Jones exposed.
Hahndorf brought on “the Enforcer” Rupert Lindon to stem the tide but the trend continued after half time with the visitors going close twice. The Magpies answered through Hibbert, who just missed after Konstantinoff fought hard to maintain pressure on the Uni defence. Medley then saved a certain goal with a goal line clearance as Ben “Beninho” Wells entered the fray.
Hahndorf had two good opportunities to score but the half time oranges had not improved their shooting and it was Flinders who made the most of their chances. A period of strong Uni play resulted in the visitors‟ fourth as Hahndorf struggled to control the midfield play. Chapman made some good plays but Hahndorf were unable to find the target when it counted. Eglinton went closest, a long curling free kick hitting the crossbar with the University custodian an anxious spectator.
Flinders added salt to the wound late on with a fifth goal and with a minute remaining could have had a sixth after a bit of petulance from the Magpie keeper resulted in a free kick close in, the chance going high and wide of goal.
Best on the day was Kyle Eglinton, a solid defensive display bolstered by his free kick deliveries. Jess Konstantinoff also provided a high point with his industrious work on the front line and Chapman showed a promising future with his time on the pitch.
In other results, the Div 4 Cs fought out a tight contest to be pipped 2-1 by Flinders University and Chris Hyde got on the scoreboard in the Div 5 Cs 3-1 loss to BOSA.
Next week is a cup round with the First team hosting the Southern Breakers on Saturday and the Reserves playing away to Bosna on Sunday. The Div 5 Cs are also away to local rivals Stirling and the Div 4 Cs have the week off.
Handing out a 5-2 drubbing, Hahndorf gave Flinders University a footballing lecture, to keep the Magpies in second place in the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd Division.
On a fine autumnal afternoon, the two teams played an even opening ten minutes, Flinders getting the first sight of goal but the effort passed harmlessly over the bar of James Nicholson‟s goal. Leo Santangelo replied for Hahndorf, firing wide after a good build up through Callum Graham and Kayne Stubing.
Hahndorf found a viable alley to goal on the right flank, Steve and Aaron Noble combining to carve open the Uni defence on numerous occasions. The Magpies gained control of the midfield with Tom Holland‟s distribution the foil to the industrious work of Jack Farrimond as Hahndorf enjoyed a period of sustained pressure on the University side.
The defence of Martin Busch, Jon Lynn and Scott Taylor were never truly stretched in the early going and Hahndorf underlined their authority with a brilliant move to open the scoring. Moving out from the back, Lynn, A.Noble and Holland played a series of short passes to bring the ball into the attacking third, Holland then sliced open the defence with a terrific pass to Graham. Bearing in on goal, Graham picked his spot and gave the University 'keeper no chance with a fine finish.
Looking to double their advantage, Santangelo broke forward and his on-target shot was deflected by the goalkeeper to Stubing but he hit his effort over the bar. Flinders hit back with a sharp move but the forward could only pick out Nicholson in goal with his header. Better was to come from the visitors however and they equalised with a bullet-like free kick from outside the penalty area.
Hahndorf stormed back to regain the lead, a corner by the Magpies only half cleared when Taylor‟s effort was blocked and Stubing stepped up to fire a shot through traffic into the corner of goal. The Magpies played out the rest of the half in control, A.Noble, Holland and Graham notable with some fine touches.
Hahndorf began the second half in stirring fashion, a quick break on the left releasing Stubing and he put in a superb angled cross to Santangelo. The athletic forward made good ground to stretch out a leg and guide a half volley past the exposed 'keeper for 3-1 lead.
Hahndorf kept on top of the game with some sustained pressure, Santangelo looking for his second when he shot just wide after the Magpies had forged an opening through some excellent midfield possession. Holland and A.Noble combined to threaten the Flinders‟ goal and forced a hasty clearance by their defence, the ball launched over the tennis courts. While waited for the ball to be couriered back, Hahndorf made their first substitution, bringing on Max Edwards for A.Noble.
The University side fought back to apply some pressure to the Hahndorf defence, but Lynn, S.Noble, Taylor and Busch limited the visitors chances. The big German then underscored his versatility with a magnificent goal from distance, curling a left-footer to the top, far corner after S.Noble picked him out with a smart throw.
The Magpies made further changes, Matt Medley and Shaun Smith replacing Taylor and Holland. The substitutes may have brought immediate reward when Graham and Smith exchanged passes and crossed for Edwards, but he was unable to find the target. Santangelo maintained his strong game with a shot from distance but it too passed just wide of the goal.
Hahndorf‟s persistence paid off when Stubing added his second and the Magpies fifth, Graham curling in a free kick for Stubing to bundle over the line, a pelvic thrust putting the visitors in their own time warp. The horror show may have continued for the Uni side, with Edwards, Smith and Graham keeping them pinned deep in their own half. However, to their credit, Flinders scored a late goal, a fine header catching Hahndorf napping at a corner with minutes remaining.
Man of the match was Callum Graham, the midfield maestro orchestrating much of Hahndorf‟s attacking verve, with great support from Leo Santangelo and Kayne Stubing, their work up front a constant threat to the Uni defence. A.Noble also drew special mention for his exceptional workrate during the first half.
Hahndorf Reserves
In a reverse score line to the First team match, the Hahndorf Reserves suffered their first defeat of the season, the sometimes spiteful match seeing the hosts squander an early lead to be eventually be over-run 5-2 by the visitors.
The Magpies started brightly, with Jordan Webber, Jesse Konstantinoff and Chris Sawers putting the Uni side on the back foot. Fine support in the midfield of David Grant, Gary Ledson, Colin Hibbert and Mike „the Wanderer” Lewington gave Hahndorf the edge in possession and it was a short time before their efforts brought the first goal.
Webber beat a Uni player and put in a deep cross to Sawers who headed back across to Konstantinoff and he fought hard to bundle to ball into goal. Hahndorf maintained the attacks through Bob Edwards, the cultured central defender turning back the years with a fine through ball to Konstantinoff, but he failed to find the target. Further opportunity presented itself with Sawers just firing wide and then Konstantinoff intercepted a short goal kick, but again the second goal remained elusive with the shot going over the bar.
Flinders woke up to the danger and began to force their way into the game, Hahndorf 'keeper Luke Jones making an excellent save from a one on one chance. Kyle Eglinton and Matt Medley provided defensive support and it was the former who created Hahndorf‟s second goal. A penetrating free kick found Grant and the experienced midfielder fired in a precise volley for a two-goal lead.
The visitors hit back with their first goal soon after and Hahndorf were forced to replace an injured Grant with Alex Chapman. Flinders began to assert themselves and equalised when the Magpies failed to hold possession from a goal kick. Further insult was added just before half time when the University side went ahead 3-2 after a solo run left Jones exposed.
Hahndorf brought on “the Enforcer” Rupert Lindon to stem the tide but the trend continued after half time with the visitors going close twice. The Magpies answered through Hibbert, who just missed after Konstantinoff fought hard to maintain pressure on the Uni defence. Medley then saved a certain goal with a goal line clearance as Ben “Beninho” Wells entered the fray.
Hahndorf had two good opportunities to score but the half time oranges had not improved their shooting and it was Flinders who made the most of their chances. A period of strong Uni play resulted in the visitors‟ fourth as Hahndorf struggled to control the midfield play. Chapman made some good plays but Hahndorf were unable to find the target when it counted. Eglinton went closest, a long curling free kick hitting the crossbar with the University custodian an anxious spectator.
Flinders added salt to the wound late on with a fifth goal and with a minute remaining could have had a sixth after a bit of petulance from the Magpie keeper resulted in a free kick close in, the chance going high and wide of goal.
Best on the day was Kyle Eglinton, a solid defensive display bolstered by his free kick deliveries. Jess Konstantinoff also provided a high point with his industrious work on the front line and Chapman showed a promising future with his time on the pitch.
In other results, the Div 4 Cs fought out a tight contest to be pipped 2-1 by Flinders University and Chris Hyde got on the scoreboard in the Div 5 Cs 3-1 loss to BOSA.
Next week is a cup round with the First team hosting the Southern Breakers on Saturday and the Reserves playing away to Bosna on Sunday. The Div 5 Cs are also away to local rivals Stirling and the Div 4 Cs have the week off.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Round 2: Monarchs V Hahndorf
Monarchs V Hahndorf
For the second round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd division, Hahndorf and the Monarchs put on an entertaining display in difficult conditions, culminating in a 2-2 draw.
The Hahndorf Magpies started the match well, playing the ball on the ground and pushing into a strong wind in the first half. Hahndorf built from the back with Matt Norris, Luke Guest and Martin Busch finding their midfield counterparts in Max Edwards, Steve Noble Jack Farrimond, Callum Graham and Aaron Noble.
In the opening twenty minutes, the Magpies made most of the play, Busch and S.Noble finding Edwards and A.Noble out wide with Graham and Leo Santangelo looking to open up the Monarchs defence. Striker Kayne Stubing kept the Monarchs on alert as Hahndorf held possession in the forward half of the wide pitch, however the visitors could not get a serious shot on goal.
The Monarchs pushed forward when they could and a sharp move almost brought the opening goal but good positioning by Hahndorf custodian Mark McGrath saw the danger diffused. Graham then went close for the Magpies after S.Noble put the playmaker through in a good position.
The Monarchs suddenly had the opening goal, somewhat against the run of play, a quick break and a lucky bounce put the Monarchs’ forward in behind the defence. He closed in on goal and neatly found the corner of the goal with McGrath advancing.
The Magpies hit back soon after, a series of attacks putting the hosts on the back foot. A free kick by S.Noble put the Monarchs in disarray, the ball unable to be cleared from the penalty area and Stubing stepped up to slot in through traffic.
The game then opened up with both teams looking to score before half time. The Monarchs went closest, a surging run saw the home forward go past McGrath and he looked score with the goal open but Busch made a desperate dash to clear off the line.
When the teams emerged from half time it was the hosts who seized the initiative, hitting the post and then putting in their second goal, a scramble in the area giving the Monarchs the lead after having multiple shots blocked by the Hahndorf defence.
The wind and occasional shower affected the visitors more and they began to waste their possession, playing narrowly and not finding space on the expansive pitch. It was a frustrating period of play for the Magpies and was not helped by some interesting decisions by the referee, his theatrical style amusing a few observers on the sideline.
Hahndorf pressed forward and brought on David Grant for Guest as the visitors went searching for the equaliser. Santangelo went close with a rebound after Grant had a shot blocked as Hahndorf struggled to get a clear strike on goal.
Chris Sawers entered the match as the Magpies found some form late on, pressing the visitors back and eventually their pressure brought the equaliser. Graham curled in a dangerous ball and Norris rose from the throng to head past the Monarchs’ ‘keeper.
With the momentum turning for Hahndorf, they made their last substitution, Tom Holland brought on for the last ten minutes. The move looked to have paid off when Holland scored after A. Noble opened up the Monarchs, sending in a fine cross. However a dubious offside flag disallowed the goal despite Holland arriving late to the ball.
Hahndorf kept up the pressure and may have snatched it at the death but a free kick failed to get the desired result and the match ended with the points being shared.
Man of the match was Busch, once again the big defender was instrumental in denying the Monarchs many opportunities. He was well aided by Norris, the club stalwart a solid pillar at he back and getting on the score sheet with an important goal. A.Noble also put in a fine display, running hard all day and heavily involved during the first half.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves put on a solid effort to triumph over the Monarchs, three second half goals giving the Magpies full points for the day.
Defending against the stiff wind in the opening half, Hahndorf stood strong in the face of the long ball game employed by the hosts. Nathaniel Brooke commanded his goal area with Matt Medley, Andy Craig and the reliable Jon Lynn keeping the hosts to few opportunities.
The midfield moved into gear with Jordan Webber, Gary Ledson, Mike “the Wanderer” Lewington, Colin Hibbert and Kyle Eglinton using the width well. Chris Hyde and Tom Holland provided a focus up front as the Magpies searched for the opening goal.
Numerous forays forward brought no reward but the visitors were unlucky not to have a penalty when Ledson was upended in the area and Hyde pushed the follow up wide of goal.
It was one of several clear chances the Magpies spurned in the half and they really should have been two or three goals up. Holland and Eglinton combined well to set up Hibbert, his rasping drive unable to be held by the Monarchs custodian but again the rebound went astray.
A stinging shower made the surface slippery and both teams made mistakes with the wind an extra hurdle to contend with, however it was probably Hahndorf who were happier at half time.
Continued pressure in the second half brought Hahndorf reward within five minutes, scoring from a corner by Hibbert, the delivery deceiving the ’keeper and leaving Hyde with a simple headed goal.
Owen “the Black Pearl” Boyce replaced Craig, as Hahndorf looked to double their advantage. The midfield began to take control of the match and it was only some over hit passes that prevented further efforts on goal.
However, the pressure forced a second, with Webber breaking free and beating a couple of defenders before slotting into the net with a fine finish. Holland and Hibbert had chances soon after, both forcing good saves from the Monarchs’ ‘keeper. The pressure was telling on the custodian, and he was clearly irritated by the large presence of Lewington at corners.
Hahndorf were steady in defence, the Monarchs main threat unable to keep his shots down when it counted and Lynn, Eglinton and Medley had many of the attacks under control.
Hahndorf sealed the points with twenty minutes remaining, a good build up by the Magpies releasing Hibbert on the right. He bore down on goal and produced an exquisite chip into the corner of the goal and left the ’keeper grasping at air.
Edmondo “the Italian Maestro” Palombo entered the match and Hahndorf continued to dominate proceedings, producing some fine moves. The Magpies moved the ball from defence to attack with a series of passes, giving Holland the chance to make it four, but the Monarchs’ ‘keeper made a great save from the goal-bound shot.
Best on the day was Lynn, a solid performance in defence keeping the Monarchs to few real chances, with Webber also putting in a fine effort over the day. Hibbert rounded out the top three with a good display, his strike imitated by Nani during United’s 3-1 defeat of Tottenham.
In other results, the Division 4 Cs found the opposition too much, going down 6-1 to hosts Hazara.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies are at their Pine Avenue home hosting Flinders, with the Division 5 Cs taking on BOSA in the early fixture. The Division 4 Cs are taking on Flinders Uni at Mylor.
For the second round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League 3rd division, Hahndorf and the Monarchs put on an entertaining display in difficult conditions, culminating in a 2-2 draw.
The Hahndorf Magpies started the match well, playing the ball on the ground and pushing into a strong wind in the first half. Hahndorf built from the back with Matt Norris, Luke Guest and Martin Busch finding their midfield counterparts in Max Edwards, Steve Noble Jack Farrimond, Callum Graham and Aaron Noble.
In the opening twenty minutes, the Magpies made most of the play, Busch and S.Noble finding Edwards and A.Noble out wide with Graham and Leo Santangelo looking to open up the Monarchs defence. Striker Kayne Stubing kept the Monarchs on alert as Hahndorf held possession in the forward half of the wide pitch, however the visitors could not get a serious shot on goal.
The Monarchs pushed forward when they could and a sharp move almost brought the opening goal but good positioning by Hahndorf custodian Mark McGrath saw the danger diffused. Graham then went close for the Magpies after S.Noble put the playmaker through in a good position.
The Monarchs suddenly had the opening goal, somewhat against the run of play, a quick break and a lucky bounce put the Monarchs’ forward in behind the defence. He closed in on goal and neatly found the corner of the goal with McGrath advancing.
The Magpies hit back soon after, a series of attacks putting the hosts on the back foot. A free kick by S.Noble put the Monarchs in disarray, the ball unable to be cleared from the penalty area and Stubing stepped up to slot in through traffic.
The game then opened up with both teams looking to score before half time. The Monarchs went closest, a surging run saw the home forward go past McGrath and he looked score with the goal open but Busch made a desperate dash to clear off the line.
When the teams emerged from half time it was the hosts who seized the initiative, hitting the post and then putting in their second goal, a scramble in the area giving the Monarchs the lead after having multiple shots blocked by the Hahndorf defence.
The wind and occasional shower affected the visitors more and they began to waste their possession, playing narrowly and not finding space on the expansive pitch. It was a frustrating period of play for the Magpies and was not helped by some interesting decisions by the referee, his theatrical style amusing a few observers on the sideline.
Hahndorf pressed forward and brought on David Grant for Guest as the visitors went searching for the equaliser. Santangelo went close with a rebound after Grant had a shot blocked as Hahndorf struggled to get a clear strike on goal.
Chris Sawers entered the match as the Magpies found some form late on, pressing the visitors back and eventually their pressure brought the equaliser. Graham curled in a dangerous ball and Norris rose from the throng to head past the Monarchs’ ‘keeper.
With the momentum turning for Hahndorf, they made their last substitution, Tom Holland brought on for the last ten minutes. The move looked to have paid off when Holland scored after A. Noble opened up the Monarchs, sending in a fine cross. However a dubious offside flag disallowed the goal despite Holland arriving late to the ball.
Hahndorf kept up the pressure and may have snatched it at the death but a free kick failed to get the desired result and the match ended with the points being shared.
Man of the match was Busch, once again the big defender was instrumental in denying the Monarchs many opportunities. He was well aided by Norris, the club stalwart a solid pillar at he back and getting on the score sheet with an important goal. A.Noble also put in a fine display, running hard all day and heavily involved during the first half.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves put on a solid effort to triumph over the Monarchs, three second half goals giving the Magpies full points for the day.
Defending against the stiff wind in the opening half, Hahndorf stood strong in the face of the long ball game employed by the hosts. Nathaniel Brooke commanded his goal area with Matt Medley, Andy Craig and the reliable Jon Lynn keeping the hosts to few opportunities.
The midfield moved into gear with Jordan Webber, Gary Ledson, Mike “the Wanderer” Lewington, Colin Hibbert and Kyle Eglinton using the width well. Chris Hyde and Tom Holland provided a focus up front as the Magpies searched for the opening goal.
Numerous forays forward brought no reward but the visitors were unlucky not to have a penalty when Ledson was upended in the area and Hyde pushed the follow up wide of goal.
It was one of several clear chances the Magpies spurned in the half and they really should have been two or three goals up. Holland and Eglinton combined well to set up Hibbert, his rasping drive unable to be held by the Monarchs custodian but again the rebound went astray.
A stinging shower made the surface slippery and both teams made mistakes with the wind an extra hurdle to contend with, however it was probably Hahndorf who were happier at half time.
Continued pressure in the second half brought Hahndorf reward within five minutes, scoring from a corner by Hibbert, the delivery deceiving the ’keeper and leaving Hyde with a simple headed goal.
Owen “the Black Pearl” Boyce replaced Craig, as Hahndorf looked to double their advantage. The midfield began to take control of the match and it was only some over hit passes that prevented further efforts on goal.
However, the pressure forced a second, with Webber breaking free and beating a couple of defenders before slotting into the net with a fine finish. Holland and Hibbert had chances soon after, both forcing good saves from the Monarchs’ ‘keeper. The pressure was telling on the custodian, and he was clearly irritated by the large presence of Lewington at corners.
Hahndorf were steady in defence, the Monarchs main threat unable to keep his shots down when it counted and Lynn, Eglinton and Medley had many of the attacks under control.
Hahndorf sealed the points with twenty minutes remaining, a good build up by the Magpies releasing Hibbert on the right. He bore down on goal and produced an exquisite chip into the corner of the goal and left the ’keeper grasping at air.
Edmondo “the Italian Maestro” Palombo entered the match and Hahndorf continued to dominate proceedings, producing some fine moves. The Magpies moved the ball from defence to attack with a series of passes, giving Holland the chance to make it four, but the Monarchs’ ‘keeper made a great save from the goal-bound shot.
Best on the day was Lynn, a solid performance in defence keeping the Monarchs to few real chances, with Webber also putting in a fine effort over the day. Hibbert rounded out the top three with a good display, his strike imitated by Nani during United’s 3-1 defeat of Tottenham.
In other results, the Division 4 Cs found the opposition too much, going down 6-1 to hosts Hazara.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies are at their Pine Avenue home hosting Flinders, with the Division 5 Cs taking on BOSA in the early fixture. The Division 4 Cs are taking on Flinders Uni at Mylor.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Hahndorf start the league season with good wins
Hahndorf V ACU Falcons
Hahndorf began their 2010 South Australian Amateur Soccer League campaign in fine form, scoring a 4-2 win over Division Three new comers ACU Falcons.
In a pulsating encounter, the Hahndorf Magpies found it difficult to break down the visitors defence and were denied a number of scoring chances despite controlling much of the play.
Nathaniel Brooke took the number one custodian position, with Matt Norris, Martin Busch and Scott Taylor the primary defenders and they matched up well against the Falcons’ forwards.
The Hahndorf midfield was a hive of activity, with Dave Grant, Jack Farrimond, Mike Lewington, Aaron Noble and Callum Graham dictating play. Leo Santangelo and Kayne Stubing kept the visitors on the back foot with some driving attacks, but the first twenty-five minutes brought no reward for the Magpie team.
Grant and Stubing combined to free Graham and his blistering effort forced the Falcons’ ‘keeper to tip the shot over the bar. Santangelo then had two successive goal opportunities, the second finding the crossbar from a sharp angle.
Graham was the driving force in the midfield, and was rewarded with the opening score. Hahndorf laid siege to the Falcons’ goal, with numerous shots blocked by the visiting defence, before Graham slotted in from close range.
The Magpies could have doubled their lead soon after, a rasping shot by Noble hitting the bar after he exchanged passes with Grant. However it was the Falcons who struck next, a neat turn exposing Brooke and he had no chance against the well placed shot, the half ending at 1-1.
Hahndorf soon wrested back the initiative early in the second half, Stubing getting on the end of a well delivered free kick and heading past the ‘keeper. The Magpies then enjoyed a period of control, Busch and Norris dealing with the Falcons’ forwards and the industrious Farrimond and Graham holding the middle.
Max Edwards replaced Grant, and the home side looked to increase the pressure on the visitors. A well worked move forced the best out of the Falcons’ custodian after the Magpies turned defence into attack from a Falcons’ corner.
Soon after, a sweeping move by Hahndorf gave them their deserved reward, a cross field ball by Taylor picking out Edwards and he found Stubing out wide. The speedy forward put in a cross for Santangelo to volley home, the fine strike eluding the defence. At 3-1, the Hahndorf Magpies looked comfortable and brought on Matt Medley for Taylor as the home team searched for more goals. Busch’s pass put Medley into space and his cross found Santangelo’s head and drew a good save from the Falcons’ ‘keeper.
The Falcons then began to influence the play and put Hahndorf under a period of pressure, however Busch and Norris were on hand to prevent a score by the visitors. In the final fifteen minutes, Chris Sawers replaced Noble and he made an immediate impact, getting on the end of Stubing’s flick and driving in the shot for a 4-1 score.
Soon after, Sawers was at the other end of the pitch, clearing off the line when the Falcons threatened the Magpie goal. To their credit, the visitors fought to the end and did find a second goal after Brooke blocked a fierce shot, the rebound returned with interest into the top corner.
The final minutes saw Farrimond attempt a quick free kick, but his enthusiasm only drew concern from the koalas as the shot sailed well over the bar. Stubing had a good one on one opportunity but the Falcons’ ‘keeper made a great save to deny the goal.
In an encouraging start to the league season, the Hahndorf Magpies took the three points, putting on an impressive effort and could have added more goals but for some desperate defence by the Falcons. Best on the day was Busch, the big German leading the defence by example, with Graham also outstanding in a dominant midfield aided by the hard working Farrimond.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves put on a convincing display in their 7-0 demolition of the ACU Falcons, four goals to Tom Holland and a brace to Jesse Konstantinoff ensuring the three points went to the Hills team.
The match got off to a frantic start, with both teams a bit skittish in the opening ten minutes of the league season and turning over the ball with regularity. The Falcons pushed forward with purpose but the defence of Kyle Eglinton, Luke Guest and Matt Medley ensured that Magpies ‘keeper James Nicholson had few shots to contend with. Guest was particularly prevalent in shutting down the Falcons forward forays.
Settling into the match, the Magpie midfield began to assert themselves with Shaun Smith, John Lynn, Tom Holland, Gary Ledson and Colin Hibbert dictating the pace of the match. Forwards Jordan Webber and Jesse Konstantinoff looked busy in attack and the latter had a good shot blocked by the Falcons’ custodian. The ball fell to Hibbert who hit a tremendous drive only for the ball to crash into the underside of the bar and Lynn’s follow up passed over the goal.
However, Hahndorf broke the deadlock with Konstantinoff getting in a good position the feed Holland, who made no mistake from fifteen metres. The Magpies followed up with a second soon after, Holland again the scorer, gliding past the defence before deceiving the ‘keeper with a low shot into the corner.
Smith sustained an injury and was replaced by Owen “The Black Pearl” Boyce, as the Falcons tried to mount a challenge before the end of the half, but Nicholson and Guest denied them any chance.
Hahndorf added a third goal minutes into the second half, Lynn crossing for Konstantinoff and his sliced shot fell to Boyce who converted the simple header. Hahndorf added a fourth quickly when Konstantinoff found his range, a bullet header giving the visitors no chance after a fine cross from Lynn.
With the Magpies in control, Holland brought up his hat-trick in tremendous style. Hahndorf moved the ball with fluidity from defence through midfield to the top of the penalty area before finding Holland with space and he hit a sweet, low drive that arrowed into the corner of the net.
The Falcons’ heads dropped further when Konstantinoff added his second, the visitors in disarray in defence and the hard working forward taking full toll. With the Falcons reeling, Hahndorf put in their seventh, Holland playing a short corner and curling in a high ball that found the top corner of the goal.
It was a great result for the Reserves after battling hard for the opening quarter of an hour and the coaching staff were extremely pleased with the style of play and the good start to the season. Best on the day was Guest, a rock in defence early on and dictating the play from the back. Konstantinoff with two goals was also prominent for his industrious work rate and Holland put on a finishing clinic with his four strikes and midfield performance.
In other results, the Division 4 Cs found the away fixture to Brahma Lodge a tough one, going down 9-1 in a fighting display. In an exciting trial game, the Division 5 Cs conceded a couple of late goals to be the wrong side of a 5-4 score line against Sturt Marion.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies travel to Grange to face the Adelaide Monarchs, and the Div 4 Social Cs take on Hazara at Woodville.
Hahndorf began their 2010 South Australian Amateur Soccer League campaign in fine form, scoring a 4-2 win over Division Three new comers ACU Falcons.
In a pulsating encounter, the Hahndorf Magpies found it difficult to break down the visitors defence and were denied a number of scoring chances despite controlling much of the play.
Nathaniel Brooke took the number one custodian position, with Matt Norris, Martin Busch and Scott Taylor the primary defenders and they matched up well against the Falcons’ forwards.
The Hahndorf midfield was a hive of activity, with Dave Grant, Jack Farrimond, Mike Lewington, Aaron Noble and Callum Graham dictating play. Leo Santangelo and Kayne Stubing kept the visitors on the back foot with some driving attacks, but the first twenty-five minutes brought no reward for the Magpie team.
Grant and Stubing combined to free Graham and his blistering effort forced the Falcons’ ‘keeper to tip the shot over the bar. Santangelo then had two successive goal opportunities, the second finding the crossbar from a sharp angle.
Graham was the driving force in the midfield, and was rewarded with the opening score. Hahndorf laid siege to the Falcons’ goal, with numerous shots blocked by the visiting defence, before Graham slotted in from close range.
The Magpies could have doubled their lead soon after, a rasping shot by Noble hitting the bar after he exchanged passes with Grant. However it was the Falcons who struck next, a neat turn exposing Brooke and he had no chance against the well placed shot, the half ending at 1-1.
Hahndorf soon wrested back the initiative early in the second half, Stubing getting on the end of a well delivered free kick and heading past the ‘keeper. The Magpies then enjoyed a period of control, Busch and Norris dealing with the Falcons’ forwards and the industrious Farrimond and Graham holding the middle.
Max Edwards replaced Grant, and the home side looked to increase the pressure on the visitors. A well worked move forced the best out of the Falcons’ custodian after the Magpies turned defence into attack from a Falcons’ corner.
Soon after, a sweeping move by Hahndorf gave them their deserved reward, a cross field ball by Taylor picking out Edwards and he found Stubing out wide. The speedy forward put in a cross for Santangelo to volley home, the fine strike eluding the defence. At 3-1, the Hahndorf Magpies looked comfortable and brought on Matt Medley for Taylor as the home team searched for more goals. Busch’s pass put Medley into space and his cross found Santangelo’s head and drew a good save from the Falcons’ ‘keeper.
The Falcons then began to influence the play and put Hahndorf under a period of pressure, however Busch and Norris were on hand to prevent a score by the visitors. In the final fifteen minutes, Chris Sawers replaced Noble and he made an immediate impact, getting on the end of Stubing’s flick and driving in the shot for a 4-1 score.
Soon after, Sawers was at the other end of the pitch, clearing off the line when the Falcons threatened the Magpie goal. To their credit, the visitors fought to the end and did find a second goal after Brooke blocked a fierce shot, the rebound returned with interest into the top corner.
The final minutes saw Farrimond attempt a quick free kick, but his enthusiasm only drew concern from the koalas as the shot sailed well over the bar. Stubing had a good one on one opportunity but the Falcons’ ‘keeper made a great save to deny the goal.
In an encouraging start to the league season, the Hahndorf Magpies took the three points, putting on an impressive effort and could have added more goals but for some desperate defence by the Falcons. Best on the day was Busch, the big German leading the defence by example, with Graham also outstanding in a dominant midfield aided by the hard working Farrimond.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves put on a convincing display in their 7-0 demolition of the ACU Falcons, four goals to Tom Holland and a brace to Jesse Konstantinoff ensuring the three points went to the Hills team.
The match got off to a frantic start, with both teams a bit skittish in the opening ten minutes of the league season and turning over the ball with regularity. The Falcons pushed forward with purpose but the defence of Kyle Eglinton, Luke Guest and Matt Medley ensured that Magpies ‘keeper James Nicholson had few shots to contend with. Guest was particularly prevalent in shutting down the Falcons forward forays.
Settling into the match, the Magpie midfield began to assert themselves with Shaun Smith, John Lynn, Tom Holland, Gary Ledson and Colin Hibbert dictating the pace of the match. Forwards Jordan Webber and Jesse Konstantinoff looked busy in attack and the latter had a good shot blocked by the Falcons’ custodian. The ball fell to Hibbert who hit a tremendous drive only for the ball to crash into the underside of the bar and Lynn’s follow up passed over the goal.
However, Hahndorf broke the deadlock with Konstantinoff getting in a good position the feed Holland, who made no mistake from fifteen metres. The Magpies followed up with a second soon after, Holland again the scorer, gliding past the defence before deceiving the ‘keeper with a low shot into the corner.
Smith sustained an injury and was replaced by Owen “The Black Pearl” Boyce, as the Falcons tried to mount a challenge before the end of the half, but Nicholson and Guest denied them any chance.
Hahndorf added a third goal minutes into the second half, Lynn crossing for Konstantinoff and his sliced shot fell to Boyce who converted the simple header. Hahndorf added a fourth quickly when Konstantinoff found his range, a bullet header giving the visitors no chance after a fine cross from Lynn.
With the Magpies in control, Holland brought up his hat-trick in tremendous style. Hahndorf moved the ball with fluidity from defence through midfield to the top of the penalty area before finding Holland with space and he hit a sweet, low drive that arrowed into the corner of the net.
The Falcons’ heads dropped further when Konstantinoff added his second, the visitors in disarray in defence and the hard working forward taking full toll. With the Falcons reeling, Hahndorf put in their seventh, Holland playing a short corner and curling in a high ball that found the top corner of the goal.
It was a great result for the Reserves after battling hard for the opening quarter of an hour and the coaching staff were extremely pleased with the style of play and the good start to the season. Best on the day was Guest, a rock in defence early on and dictating the play from the back. Konstantinoff with two goals was also prominent for his industrious work rate and Holland put on a finishing clinic with his four strikes and midfield performance.
In other results, the Division 4 Cs found the away fixture to Brahma Lodge a tough one, going down 9-1 in a fighting display. In an exciting trial game, the Division 5 Cs conceded a couple of late goals to be the wrong side of a 5-4 score line against Sturt Marion.
Next week the Hahndorf Magpies travel to Grange to face the Adelaide Monarchs, and the Div 4 Social Cs take on Hazara at Woodville.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
A New Season: Magpies off to a winning start
Hahndorf off to a winning start
Hahndorf began their 2010 season with a 1-0 win over Flinders University in the preliminary round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League Challenge Cup.
With the two teams also league rivals this year, the match was expected to be close, although the opening salvos put the Magpies on the back foot. Hahndorf suffered the first blow when Ash Parr had to be substituted following a crunching tackle and was replaced by Martin Busch, the big German making his official debut for the club.
Hahndorf reorganised themselves to match Flinders’ five man midfield, Matt Norris, Busch and Scott Taylor anchoring the defence behind Matt Medley, David Grant, Callum Graham, Jack Farrimond and Jordan Webber. Max Edwards and Kayne Stubing provided the striking power however Hahndorf were guilty of missing several clear chances to find the net during the first half. Hahndorf’s ‘keeper, Nathaniel Brooke ensured the misses weren’t costly, making a fine save to deny the visitors.
The match developed into an even affair, both sides looking to gain the upper hand but chances went astray as the respective defences did enough to keep parity at half time.
The Magpies lifted their game during the second stanza, Graham, Norris and Stubing leading by example as Hahndorf searched for a goal. Grant chased and harassed a defender to steal the ball but failed to get a meaningful shot away and the hosts were denied a couple of penalty appeals as the pressure mounted on the University side.
Farrimond almost broke the deadlock and the back of the net with a ferocious shot from just outside the area but the Flinders’ keeper threw himself full length to deflect the ball. A short rain shower greased the pitch and a few willing tackles entered to game as time drew on and the intensity lifted.
Brooke made several smart saves to keep Hahndorf’s sheet clean and was fortuitously aided by a disallowed goal, the University side scoring directly from an indirect free kick. The Magpies replied almost immediately, Graham putting in a searching shot after some excellent passing and a patient build up by the home team.
However, it was a long clearance by Brooke that led to Hahndorf taking the lead, Stubing swooping on the ball and unloading a rocket from long range to find the net. The stunning strike was just reward for the speedy forward, his endeavour a feature of the match. Graham almost doubled the advantage soon after, combining with Farrimond but just shooting wide of the mark.
Flinders University battled hard to find an equaliser and had the Magpies under pressure for many of the final minutes but some fine defending by Norris, Busch and Taylor kept the goal cupboard bare for the visitors.
The win was a great way for Hahndorf to kick off the season and get an early advantage over their league rivals. The 2010 edition of the Hahndorf Magpies includes a number of new faces, the club recruiting well during the off-season and the first serious game gave a glimpse a promising year.
Best on the day was Stubing, his strike a winner in any league, with the industrious Graham and impervious Norris also putting in fine performances.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves met league rivals Murray Bridge for their preliminary cup match and the Magpies put in an assured display to run out 3-1 winners. Playing at the riverside venue, the Magpies pushed the ball around well in the opening sequences to dominate possession but had trouble putting a score on the board.
Forwards Jesse Konstantinoff and Chris Hyde were busy early, getting good service from the midfield of Owen “The Black Pearl” Boyce, Colin Hibbert, Leo Santangelo and Jonathon Wirth. Konstantinoff was unlucky not to be awarded a penalty when the goalkeeper flattened him and a number of late tackles by the home team inflamed the visiting coaching staff on the sideline.
However, Hahndorf took the initiative as Andy Craig played a quick free kick to Wirth who raced down the wing before centring to Konstantinoff. The young striker flicked on to Hyde at the back post and the experienced forward had an easy tap in to put Hahndorf in front.
In defence, the Magpies held the Murray Bridge side to few chances, custodian James Nicholson keeping out any shots during the half as the youthful defence of Stuart Thomas, Craig, Bob Edwards and Kyle Eglinton made the hosts work hard for their opportunities.
During half time, Hahndorf made a few changes, bringing on Tim Staniford, Jake Verrall and Shaun Beham as the Magpies looked to retain control of the match. Hahndorf continued to create chances but could not find a second goal and paid the price for their profligacy when Murray Bridge equalised with a well-taken free kick with twenty-five minutes remaining.
The score galvanised the visitors and they responded with a series of attacks, Hibbert unleashing a thunderbolt that drew a full-length dive from the Bridge ‘keeper to deny the goal. However soon after, Santangelo capped a fine display with a surging run from halfway, exchanging one-twos with several Magpie players before finding the corner of the net with a scorching shot from the edge of the area.
Ten minutes from time, Hahndorf made sure of the result with their third goal, Konstantinoff rewarded for a terrific game, getting on the end of a good ball from Verrall, a clever pass from Edwards opening up the home defence.
The result was a fair reflection of the game and Hahndorf put together some fine flowing passes and possession soccer that should reward them in the coming season. Best on the day was the energetic Konstantinoff, followed by the hardworking Hibbert and the resolute Eglington.
The super C’s
The Super C’s continue to build towards the start of the season that begins on the 1st of May. Several trial games have given the “Italian Maestro”, player-coach Edmondo Palombo, reason to believe the team will be very competitive this season.
Hahndorf began their 2010 season with a 1-0 win over Flinders University in the preliminary round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League Challenge Cup.
With the two teams also league rivals this year, the match was expected to be close, although the opening salvos put the Magpies on the back foot. Hahndorf suffered the first blow when Ash Parr had to be substituted following a crunching tackle and was replaced by Martin Busch, the big German making his official debut for the club.
Hahndorf reorganised themselves to match Flinders’ five man midfield, Matt Norris, Busch and Scott Taylor anchoring the defence behind Matt Medley, David Grant, Callum Graham, Jack Farrimond and Jordan Webber. Max Edwards and Kayne Stubing provided the striking power however Hahndorf were guilty of missing several clear chances to find the net during the first half. Hahndorf’s ‘keeper, Nathaniel Brooke ensured the misses weren’t costly, making a fine save to deny the visitors.
The match developed into an even affair, both sides looking to gain the upper hand but chances went astray as the respective defences did enough to keep parity at half time.
The Magpies lifted their game during the second stanza, Graham, Norris and Stubing leading by example as Hahndorf searched for a goal. Grant chased and harassed a defender to steal the ball but failed to get a meaningful shot away and the hosts were denied a couple of penalty appeals as the pressure mounted on the University side.
Farrimond almost broke the deadlock and the back of the net with a ferocious shot from just outside the area but the Flinders’ keeper threw himself full length to deflect the ball. A short rain shower greased the pitch and a few willing tackles entered to game as time drew on and the intensity lifted.
Brooke made several smart saves to keep Hahndorf’s sheet clean and was fortuitously aided by a disallowed goal, the University side scoring directly from an indirect free kick. The Magpies replied almost immediately, Graham putting in a searching shot after some excellent passing and a patient build up by the home team.
However, it was a long clearance by Brooke that led to Hahndorf taking the lead, Stubing swooping on the ball and unloading a rocket from long range to find the net. The stunning strike was just reward for the speedy forward, his endeavour a feature of the match. Graham almost doubled the advantage soon after, combining with Farrimond but just shooting wide of the mark.
Flinders University battled hard to find an equaliser and had the Magpies under pressure for many of the final minutes but some fine defending by Norris, Busch and Taylor kept the goal cupboard bare for the visitors.
The win was a great way for Hahndorf to kick off the season and get an early advantage over their league rivals. The 2010 edition of the Hahndorf Magpies includes a number of new faces, the club recruiting well during the off-season and the first serious game gave a glimpse a promising year.
Best on the day was Stubing, his strike a winner in any league, with the industrious Graham and impervious Norris also putting in fine performances.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves met league rivals Murray Bridge for their preliminary cup match and the Magpies put in an assured display to run out 3-1 winners. Playing at the riverside venue, the Magpies pushed the ball around well in the opening sequences to dominate possession but had trouble putting a score on the board.
Forwards Jesse Konstantinoff and Chris Hyde were busy early, getting good service from the midfield of Owen “The Black Pearl” Boyce, Colin Hibbert, Leo Santangelo and Jonathon Wirth. Konstantinoff was unlucky not to be awarded a penalty when the goalkeeper flattened him and a number of late tackles by the home team inflamed the visiting coaching staff on the sideline.
However, Hahndorf took the initiative as Andy Craig played a quick free kick to Wirth who raced down the wing before centring to Konstantinoff. The young striker flicked on to Hyde at the back post and the experienced forward had an easy tap in to put Hahndorf in front.
In defence, the Magpies held the Murray Bridge side to few chances, custodian James Nicholson keeping out any shots during the half as the youthful defence of Stuart Thomas, Craig, Bob Edwards and Kyle Eglinton made the hosts work hard for their opportunities.
During half time, Hahndorf made a few changes, bringing on Tim Staniford, Jake Verrall and Shaun Beham as the Magpies looked to retain control of the match. Hahndorf continued to create chances but could not find a second goal and paid the price for their profligacy when Murray Bridge equalised with a well-taken free kick with twenty-five minutes remaining.
The score galvanised the visitors and they responded with a series of attacks, Hibbert unleashing a thunderbolt that drew a full-length dive from the Bridge ‘keeper to deny the goal. However soon after, Santangelo capped a fine display with a surging run from halfway, exchanging one-twos with several Magpie players before finding the corner of the net with a scorching shot from the edge of the area.
Ten minutes from time, Hahndorf made sure of the result with their third goal, Konstantinoff rewarded for a terrific game, getting on the end of a good ball from Verrall, a clever pass from Edwards opening up the home defence.
The result was a fair reflection of the game and Hahndorf put together some fine flowing passes and possession soccer that should reward them in the coming season. Best on the day was the energetic Konstantinoff, followed by the hardworking Hibbert and the resolute Eglington.
The super C’s
The Super C’s continue to build towards the start of the season that begins on the 1st of May. Several trial games have given the “Italian Maestro”, player-coach Edmondo Palombo, reason to believe the team will be very competitive this season.
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Flinders University V Hahndorf
Hahndorf capped off their year with a deserved 2-1 win over Flinders University, the season ending on a high for the Hills team and ensuring their fourth position in the South Australian Amateur Soccer League Third Division.
Hahndorf once again put the combination of Matt Norris and Kayne Stubing up front for the final match, supported by a midfield containing John Lawler, Steve Noble, Jack Farrimond and Ash Oosh. Nathaniel Brooke donned the gloves for the Magpies with Matt Medley, Mike lewington, Lee Stibbs and the wily fox, Wayne Forrester forming a defensive barrier before him.
The opening weekend of spring brought fine weather to the Flinders ground and Hahndorf wasted no time in stamping their authority on the game. Noble, Farrimond Forrester and Lewington presenting a solid spine that the University side had trouble breaking down while Norris and Stubing were putting themselves around in attack.
Hahndorf made several chances to open the scoring; an in swinging free kick by Stibbs causing concern for the hosts and soon after Oosh charged down the wing to cross a dangerous ball that was cleared to the predatory Farrimond, his driving shot just going over the bar.
Stubing showed his creativity with a sharp turn and a quick shot that also just missed the target as Hahndorf made the better opportunities and controlled the pace of the game. Brooke did not see too much of the ball, the Magpie defensive unit keeping shots to a minimum and Flinders best chance resulted in the ball flying over the bar.
In the shadow of half time, Hahndorf had a further chance, Norris not getting enough on his header after a quick free from Forrester and Stibbs nearly caught out the University side.
Hahndorf were forced into a substitution at the break, a niggling injury to Oosh paved the way for David Grant to display his experience and talent. The second half got off to a scrappy start with neither team able to make any meaningful advances, the half-time oranges not producing the cohesive play seen before the break.
However, a piece of Stubing brilliance broke open the game when he created a chance out of nothing, a quick turn and acceleration making space as he entered the penalty area and slotted the ball past the despairing ‘keeper. Soon after the Magpies doubled the advantage through Norris. Receiving the ball in an advanced position, Grant tore open the Flinders defence with an exquisite outside-of-the-boot cross, sending the ball diagonally to the back post. Norris ran in to complete the flowing move, driving his header into the net.
At 2-0 up, Hahndorf piled on the pressure and Stibbs almost added a third when his free kick passed just the wrong side of the post with the University ‘keeper rooted to the spot. With fifteen minutes remaining, the home side came to life when they won and converted a dubious penalty.
The score ignited the match and the intensity lifted with both teams sensing a change of momentum. The Hahndorf defence stood firm however and they brought on the “Black Pearl”, Owen Boyce to give them some impetus for the final minutes.
The visitors turned defence into attack through Stubing, the young forward drawing a sharp save from the Finders ‘keeper. Further pressure put the University side on the back foot and Noble was unlucky to see his effort just go over the target. The Flinders player’s frustrations were evident when Norris was needlessly fouled out wide. The centring free set up Lewnigton but he could not keep his powerful drive low enough to trouble the score sheet just before the final whistle called an end to the season.
Man of the Match was Noble, an industrious worker and fierce tackler; the experienced player has added some bite to the midfield this year. Also putting fine performances were Norris and Stubing, the two developing into a formidable strike force that Hahndorf will look to cultivate next year. The senior team finished the season entrenched in fourth position, but showing encouraging signs for coach Steve Handley’s development plans for next season.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves fought out a battling 1-1 draw to bring their season to conclusion, rounding out a good year for the Magpies as they finished in fifth spot.
Lacking a starting ‘keeper, the reserves turned to Luke Jones to shore up the position between the posts. After his great defensive duties last match, Rupert Lindon anchored the defence with Andy Craig, the full back positions filled by Ben “Beninho” Wells and “the Italian Maestro”, Edmondo Palombo. Kyle Eglinton, Tyrone Blunt, Gary Ledson and the Black Pearl, Owen Boyce, patrolled the midfield with strikers Chris Hyde and Brendan Kilpatrick looking to score.
The first half was a fairly even affair, both teams using the wide pitch to advantage. Hahndorf weathered some early Flinders possession, a reasonable breeze aiding the home side as they looked to use their quick forwards to get behind the Hahndorf defence.
Flinders found the free kicks going their way and had a good opportunity to open the scoring when they got an indirect free kick ten metres from goal. The wall charged down the shot however and the Magpies set about working the ball into attack.
Ledson, Blunt and Boyce combined to get Hahndorf into some attacking positions but the Flinders defence prevented any meaningful shots getting on target. Several corners presented Hahndorf with scoring opportunities, but awkward bounces and wayward shots kept the score sheet clean.
However, it did not remain that way for long, when a poorly cleared ball from Hahndorf was put back into the middle and a towering Flinders header put the ball in the net. Hahndorf responded with some nice flowing moves, but found their indecision around the penalty area allowed the hosts to regroup and defend in numbers.
After the half time break, Hahndorf lifted the intensity and went close to scoring several times. Hyde had a chance in the near post but lacked a firm touch to guide it past the ‘keeper and Blunt sent in numerous long throws that troubled the defence.
Sam Gowen entered the game in defence and Wells pushed forward as Hahndorf sought the equaliser. The hard work of the Magpies eventually paid off after a nice build up, “Beninho” Wells setting Ledson up with an inspired back-heel that opened up the defence. Ledson struck his shot true and beat the keeper to restore parity.
Hahndorf almost went ahead two minutes later when Blunt hit the post with his header as the Magpies went searching for a winner. Flinders replied with a couple of chances of their own but failed to find the target and Jones made some timely interceptions. Lindon was also firm in defence as Hahndorf rallied to find a second goal.
The Magpies continued to push forward through Wells, Ledson, Blunt and Hyde and were nearly rewarded when a shot rolled along the crossbar before being cleared. In the final minute, a long Blunt throw was flicked on by Craig before Hyde found the ‘keeper with a sharp headed effort.
All players put in a solid performance for the final match with more than a few able to claim best-on-ground honours. However, Player of the match was Lindon, putting another fine game in the heart of defence with the goal scorer Ledson close behind. Blunt was also prominent and Jones too had a good match after being put in a difficult and unfamiliar position at short notice.
The match completed a good season for the Reserves as they finished fifth place and also unearthed a few good players who could develop into first team regulars within a few years.
Hahndorf once again put the combination of Matt Norris and Kayne Stubing up front for the final match, supported by a midfield containing John Lawler, Steve Noble, Jack Farrimond and Ash Oosh. Nathaniel Brooke donned the gloves for the Magpies with Matt Medley, Mike lewington, Lee Stibbs and the wily fox, Wayne Forrester forming a defensive barrier before him.
The opening weekend of spring brought fine weather to the Flinders ground and Hahndorf wasted no time in stamping their authority on the game. Noble, Farrimond Forrester and Lewington presenting a solid spine that the University side had trouble breaking down while Norris and Stubing were putting themselves around in attack.
Hahndorf made several chances to open the scoring; an in swinging free kick by Stibbs causing concern for the hosts and soon after Oosh charged down the wing to cross a dangerous ball that was cleared to the predatory Farrimond, his driving shot just going over the bar.
Stubing showed his creativity with a sharp turn and a quick shot that also just missed the target as Hahndorf made the better opportunities and controlled the pace of the game. Brooke did not see too much of the ball, the Magpie defensive unit keeping shots to a minimum and Flinders best chance resulted in the ball flying over the bar.
In the shadow of half time, Hahndorf had a further chance, Norris not getting enough on his header after a quick free from Forrester and Stibbs nearly caught out the University side.
Hahndorf were forced into a substitution at the break, a niggling injury to Oosh paved the way for David Grant to display his experience and talent. The second half got off to a scrappy start with neither team able to make any meaningful advances, the half-time oranges not producing the cohesive play seen before the break.
However, a piece of Stubing brilliance broke open the game when he created a chance out of nothing, a quick turn and acceleration making space as he entered the penalty area and slotted the ball past the despairing ‘keeper. Soon after the Magpies doubled the advantage through Norris. Receiving the ball in an advanced position, Grant tore open the Flinders defence with an exquisite outside-of-the-boot cross, sending the ball diagonally to the back post. Norris ran in to complete the flowing move, driving his header into the net.
At 2-0 up, Hahndorf piled on the pressure and Stibbs almost added a third when his free kick passed just the wrong side of the post with the University ‘keeper rooted to the spot. With fifteen minutes remaining, the home side came to life when they won and converted a dubious penalty.
The score ignited the match and the intensity lifted with both teams sensing a change of momentum. The Hahndorf defence stood firm however and they brought on the “Black Pearl”, Owen Boyce to give them some impetus for the final minutes.
The visitors turned defence into attack through Stubing, the young forward drawing a sharp save from the Finders ‘keeper. Further pressure put the University side on the back foot and Noble was unlucky to see his effort just go over the target. The Flinders player’s frustrations were evident when Norris was needlessly fouled out wide. The centring free set up Lewnigton but he could not keep his powerful drive low enough to trouble the score sheet just before the final whistle called an end to the season.
Man of the Match was Noble, an industrious worker and fierce tackler; the experienced player has added some bite to the midfield this year. Also putting fine performances were Norris and Stubing, the two developing into a formidable strike force that Hahndorf will look to cultivate next year. The senior team finished the season entrenched in fourth position, but showing encouraging signs for coach Steve Handley’s development plans for next season.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves fought out a battling 1-1 draw to bring their season to conclusion, rounding out a good year for the Magpies as they finished in fifth spot.
Lacking a starting ‘keeper, the reserves turned to Luke Jones to shore up the position between the posts. After his great defensive duties last match, Rupert Lindon anchored the defence with Andy Craig, the full back positions filled by Ben “Beninho” Wells and “the Italian Maestro”, Edmondo Palombo. Kyle Eglinton, Tyrone Blunt, Gary Ledson and the Black Pearl, Owen Boyce, patrolled the midfield with strikers Chris Hyde and Brendan Kilpatrick looking to score.
The first half was a fairly even affair, both teams using the wide pitch to advantage. Hahndorf weathered some early Flinders possession, a reasonable breeze aiding the home side as they looked to use their quick forwards to get behind the Hahndorf defence.
Flinders found the free kicks going their way and had a good opportunity to open the scoring when they got an indirect free kick ten metres from goal. The wall charged down the shot however and the Magpies set about working the ball into attack.
Ledson, Blunt and Boyce combined to get Hahndorf into some attacking positions but the Flinders defence prevented any meaningful shots getting on target. Several corners presented Hahndorf with scoring opportunities, but awkward bounces and wayward shots kept the score sheet clean.
However, it did not remain that way for long, when a poorly cleared ball from Hahndorf was put back into the middle and a towering Flinders header put the ball in the net. Hahndorf responded with some nice flowing moves, but found their indecision around the penalty area allowed the hosts to regroup and defend in numbers.
After the half time break, Hahndorf lifted the intensity and went close to scoring several times. Hyde had a chance in the near post but lacked a firm touch to guide it past the ‘keeper and Blunt sent in numerous long throws that troubled the defence.
Sam Gowen entered the game in defence and Wells pushed forward as Hahndorf sought the equaliser. The hard work of the Magpies eventually paid off after a nice build up, “Beninho” Wells setting Ledson up with an inspired back-heel that opened up the defence. Ledson struck his shot true and beat the keeper to restore parity.
Hahndorf almost went ahead two minutes later when Blunt hit the post with his header as the Magpies went searching for a winner. Flinders replied with a couple of chances of their own but failed to find the target and Jones made some timely interceptions. Lindon was also firm in defence as Hahndorf rallied to find a second goal.
The Magpies continued to push forward through Wells, Ledson, Blunt and Hyde and were nearly rewarded when a shot rolled along the crossbar before being cleared. In the final minute, a long Blunt throw was flicked on by Craig before Hyde found the ‘keeper with a sharp headed effort.
All players put in a solid performance for the final match with more than a few able to claim best-on-ground honours. However, Player of the match was Lindon, putting another fine game in the heart of defence with the goal scorer Ledson close behind. Blunt was also prominent and Jones too had a good match after being put in a difficult and unfamiliar position at short notice.
The match completed a good season for the Reserves as they finished fifth place and also unearthed a few good players who could develop into first team regulars within a few years.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Round 16: Adelaide Cougars V Hahndorf
For the 16th round of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League Third division, Hahndorf travelled to the western suburbs in a clash with title contenders Adelaide Cougars. In somewhat trying conditions, the hard fought match ended in a late 1-1 draw and a sharing of the points.
The Magpies started with young tearaway Kayne Stubing and the inspirational Matt Norris as focal points in attack with midfield support from John Lawler, Steve Noble, Jack Farrimond and David Grant. Goal custodian Mark McGrath oversaw a defensive unit of Lee Stibbs, Andy Craig, Matt Medley and the wily fox Wayne Forrester.
A stiff breeze going diagonally across the ground aided the home team in the first half and they tried to take advantage by keeping Hahndorf on the back foot. The hard, bumpy ground also added an extra dimension but Forrester marshalled the defence well and the Magpies built their game through the midfield to release Norris and Stubing.
The Cougars were liberal with their shooting but few shots worried McGrath as most were well over or wide of goal and those on target were covered by the ‘keeper’s sure hands. His nearest threat came from his team mate, Forrester guiding a header just wide of the post.
Hahndorf also had their chances, with both Norris and Stubing almost getting a score on the board. Norris fired over from a good position and Stubing beat the Cougars’ ‘keeper to a through ball but poked it just wide of the post to keep the hosts on their toes.
Grant and Lawler started to get into the match with a few telling touches and crosses as the Magpies began to find their way through the Cougars defence. Noble and Farrimond drove the midfield and their industrious work rate blunted the Cougars drive.
After half time, Hahndorf showed more endeavour and the game opened up as the home side pressed forward to find a goal. Stibbs, Craig and Medley battled hard to keep the Cougars goalless in combination with Forrester and McGrath. The Magpies looked to release Stubing and Norris through Noble and Grant, with the midfield becoming highly contestable as both sides found it difficult to break down the opposing defence.
However, a fine ball from Noble split the Cougars defenders and sent Norris in at goal. Sizing up the opportunity, the big forward drew the Cougar ‘keeper out before slotting the ball into the back of the net to Hahndorf’s elation. At 1-0 down with fifteen minutes remaining, the Cougars threw everything at the Hills side, bringing on fresh players to run at the Magpie defence.
Hahndorf were forced to make their own substitution, bringing on Brendan Kilpatrick for the injured goal hero, Norris. The Magpies continued to present a solid defence in the final stages, but were aware a mistake would be costly
The Cougars looked to have scored but a great save by McGrath kept the ball out, parrying it close to goal. Forrester stepped in to clear the dangerous ball off the line as the Cougars desperately tried to get to the loose ball. Minutes from full time the Cougars equalised, a defensive header falling to the home side and they manage to work it into the box before the leagues top scorer found the net from ten metres.
It was a disappointing end to the match for the Hahndorf Magpies who had battled hard all game and really taken it to the second-placed Cougars. In a match where all players stood firm, best on the day was McGrath, with notable contributions from Norris and Forrester.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves played out a solid first half before a fracas reduced the match to a farce, the visitors eventually conceding five goals in an ill-tempered game.
Hahndorf carried a few injuries and absentees into the game and put out a good combination that had some players in unfamiliar roles. Goalkeeper James Nicholson commanded a young defence of Josh Watson, Ben Wells, Rupert Lindon and Sam Gowen. Through the midfield the Magpies had Kyle Eglinton, Kieran Evans, Gary Ledson and the Italian Maestro, Edmondo Palombo to control the Hahndorf game with twin strikers Chris Hyde and Brendan Kilpatrick looking to knock a few goals in.
The Magpies got off to a disastrous start when the Cougars scored in the opening minutes of the match. An innocuous looking free kick was taken by the wind and a savage bounce managed to get the ball past Nicholson to put Hahndorf on the back foot early on.
Hahndorf steadied themselves and began to put their passes together, working into the wind and finding their rhythm. Watson, Wells and Hyde combined to get Kilpatrick into space and he released Eglinton down the flank. Eglinton cut inside to open up the angle but shot wide under pressure from the Cougar defence.
Hyde had a header go wide from an early cross by Watson as the Magpies started to get on an even footing with their opponents. The play went end to end with neither side seriously threatening the goal and the match entered half time with the Cougars up 1-0.
After half time, the intensity increased and the referee did not pick up a few off the ball incidents. This drew to a head minutes later when a corner saw some pushing and shoving that descended into an ugly melee that the referee took some time to calm down.
Both teams left the pitch and the referee consulted team officials before sending off two players from each side, appearing to pick them out at random. Play resumed in the farcical situation with the main instigators still on the pitch and both teams struggling to deal with the large open spaces vacated by the departing players.
Hahndorf tried to take the game up to the hosts and really should have scored, Palombo and Ledson spurning good opportunities. The Cougars were to eventually make the most of the situation, putting a further four goals in a match that had dwindling relevance for the visitors.
The Hahndorf Magpies have a week off before travelling down to Flinders University for their final match of the season on the 5th of September.
The Magpies started with young tearaway Kayne Stubing and the inspirational Matt Norris as focal points in attack with midfield support from John Lawler, Steve Noble, Jack Farrimond and David Grant. Goal custodian Mark McGrath oversaw a defensive unit of Lee Stibbs, Andy Craig, Matt Medley and the wily fox Wayne Forrester.
A stiff breeze going diagonally across the ground aided the home team in the first half and they tried to take advantage by keeping Hahndorf on the back foot. The hard, bumpy ground also added an extra dimension but Forrester marshalled the defence well and the Magpies built their game through the midfield to release Norris and Stubing.
The Cougars were liberal with their shooting but few shots worried McGrath as most were well over or wide of goal and those on target were covered by the ‘keeper’s sure hands. His nearest threat came from his team mate, Forrester guiding a header just wide of the post.
Hahndorf also had their chances, with both Norris and Stubing almost getting a score on the board. Norris fired over from a good position and Stubing beat the Cougars’ ‘keeper to a through ball but poked it just wide of the post to keep the hosts on their toes.
Grant and Lawler started to get into the match with a few telling touches and crosses as the Magpies began to find their way through the Cougars defence. Noble and Farrimond drove the midfield and their industrious work rate blunted the Cougars drive.
After half time, Hahndorf showed more endeavour and the game opened up as the home side pressed forward to find a goal. Stibbs, Craig and Medley battled hard to keep the Cougars goalless in combination with Forrester and McGrath. The Magpies looked to release Stubing and Norris through Noble and Grant, with the midfield becoming highly contestable as both sides found it difficult to break down the opposing defence.
However, a fine ball from Noble split the Cougars defenders and sent Norris in at goal. Sizing up the opportunity, the big forward drew the Cougar ‘keeper out before slotting the ball into the back of the net to Hahndorf’s elation. At 1-0 down with fifteen minutes remaining, the Cougars threw everything at the Hills side, bringing on fresh players to run at the Magpie defence.
Hahndorf were forced to make their own substitution, bringing on Brendan Kilpatrick for the injured goal hero, Norris. The Magpies continued to present a solid defence in the final stages, but were aware a mistake would be costly
The Cougars looked to have scored but a great save by McGrath kept the ball out, parrying it close to goal. Forrester stepped in to clear the dangerous ball off the line as the Cougars desperately tried to get to the loose ball. Minutes from full time the Cougars equalised, a defensive header falling to the home side and they manage to work it into the box before the leagues top scorer found the net from ten metres.
It was a disappointing end to the match for the Hahndorf Magpies who had battled hard all game and really taken it to the second-placed Cougars. In a match where all players stood firm, best on the day was McGrath, with notable contributions from Norris and Forrester.
Reserves
The Hahndorf Reserves played out a solid first half before a fracas reduced the match to a farce, the visitors eventually conceding five goals in an ill-tempered game.
Hahndorf carried a few injuries and absentees into the game and put out a good combination that had some players in unfamiliar roles. Goalkeeper James Nicholson commanded a young defence of Josh Watson, Ben Wells, Rupert Lindon and Sam Gowen. Through the midfield the Magpies had Kyle Eglinton, Kieran Evans, Gary Ledson and the Italian Maestro, Edmondo Palombo to control the Hahndorf game with twin strikers Chris Hyde and Brendan Kilpatrick looking to knock a few goals in.
The Magpies got off to a disastrous start when the Cougars scored in the opening minutes of the match. An innocuous looking free kick was taken by the wind and a savage bounce managed to get the ball past Nicholson to put Hahndorf on the back foot early on.
Hahndorf steadied themselves and began to put their passes together, working into the wind and finding their rhythm. Watson, Wells and Hyde combined to get Kilpatrick into space and he released Eglinton down the flank. Eglinton cut inside to open up the angle but shot wide under pressure from the Cougar defence.
Hyde had a header go wide from an early cross by Watson as the Magpies started to get on an even footing with their opponents. The play went end to end with neither side seriously threatening the goal and the match entered half time with the Cougars up 1-0.
After half time, the intensity increased and the referee did not pick up a few off the ball incidents. This drew to a head minutes later when a corner saw some pushing and shoving that descended into an ugly melee that the referee took some time to calm down.
Both teams left the pitch and the referee consulted team officials before sending off two players from each side, appearing to pick them out at random. Play resumed in the farcical situation with the main instigators still on the pitch and both teams struggling to deal with the large open spaces vacated by the departing players.
Hahndorf tried to take the game up to the hosts and really should have scored, Palombo and Ledson spurning good opportunities. The Cougars were to eventually make the most of the situation, putting a further four goals in a match that had dwindling relevance for the visitors.
The Hahndorf Magpies have a week off before travelling down to Flinders University for their final match of the season on the 5th of September.
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