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McGee Joins for 2019

Welcome to Marshall McGee to the Northern Tigers coaching staff for Season 2019.

Marshall is a Strength and Conditioning Coach, currently working in the Athletic Development department for Shore School in North Sydney and is also a coach with The Academy of Sports Speed and Agility Australia (ASSA). Since completing his Bachelor of Exercise Science in 2014, he has worked in several roles including, S&C Coach at the NSW Waratahs, Rehabilitation Coordinator for Wests Tigers Rugby League, Sport Scientist for the Southland Stags in New Zealand, and Performance Coach at Tempus Australia in Thornleigh.

Marshall has most of his professional experience with rugby clubs but has played football (soccer) for 17 years in both the Nepean District and Bathurst regions. He is very passionate about working with athletes and helping them improve their physical performance on the field, and increasing their injury resilience through strength, power and speed training.

From November 2018, Marshall will be working with all Northern Tigers and Northern Lions Teams. He will be present at training from 5pm to 8pm, Monday to Thursday, for the entire season, splitting his time between our two training venues, NTRA and Charles Bean.

Weekend Review: August 25-26

It wasn’t easy, but our Men’s NPL First Grade confirmed their finals place yesterday at Valentine Sports Park with a 1-0 win over Rydalmere Lions. Substitutes Max Glanville and Liam McConaghy combined to produce a late winner as McConaghy notched up his 13th goal of the season!

Under 20’s and Under 18’s both secured 2-2 draws, rallying well to secure results after conceding the first goal in both matches.

Our Youth NPL finished their away travels out at Marconi Stadium, finishing the day with one win, one draw and two losses. The boys play their final round of fixtures at Charles Bean Oval this Saturday against Mounties Wanderers.

Round 26 Men’s NPL 2 vs Rydalmere Lions – Valentine Sports Park

First Grade – 1-0 Win (Liam McConaghy)
Under 20’s – 2-2 Draw
Under 18’s – 2-2 Draw

Round 24 Youth NPL vs Marconi Stallions – Marconi Stadium

Under 16’s – 2-2 Draw
Under 15’s – 3-1 Win (Josh Sneddon, Sam Parry, Adam Waite)
Under 14’s – 1-0 Loss
Under 13’s – 3-0 Loss

Photo credit: Football NSW – Nigel Owen.

Player Profile: Lachlan Lloyd

How long have you been playing for Northern Tigers?

This is my 8th year at the club. I played in the u11’s for 2 years starting in 2010 before playing in the u12’s. After a year off in 2013, I came back in 2014 and have played here ever since.

Who have been the been the biggest influences in your football career?

Of course, my parents have been very big influences on my football career, but I would have to say Gui Da Souza has been the one coach that had the biggest effect on me. He helped me to become a better player but also a better person. He coached our Tigers 15’s and 16’s team in a way that made us all love football with his focus on creativity and scoring goals reflecting his Brazilian heritage. The result of this has shown with some of the boys from that team now at A-League clubs which is a true testament to his work. Adam Hett, my coach this year, has also had a big impact on the technical side of my game and has helped me improve to be a better all-round player.

Which clubs have you previously played for?

I played for Lindfield junior football club and have always loved playing for my school, Barker College, but other than that its always been Tigers for me. 

What do you enjoy most about playing for Northern Tigers? 

It’s been said a lot this year, but the culture of the club no matter what team you are in is hard to match anywhere. The boys always seem to get along and it helps us to perform better on the pitch.

What position do you play? Have you always played there?

I play CAM or CDM and have played there for a few years now. Before that I played left wing but I became a bit too slow so I moved into the midfield. I love to be able to read and control the game from the centre of the park so I think it was the right move.

Do you have a favourite club/player? Who/why?

For as long as I can remember I have gone for Liverpool so it is nice to be having a few good seasons after a number of tough years for the club. Like many red supporters, I have always looked up to Steven Gerrard and the way he played. For me, he was the complete midfielder that made the early morning wake ups worth it.

What is your best football memory?

It’s hard to go past being part of a team that went 54 games unbeaten which included beating big NPL 1 clubs like Blacktown and Sydney United. This team, coached by Gui, also won a championship and smashed every team on a tour to England and to make it even better we all became very close mates. A moment that came close would be winning the Combined Associated Schools competition with my School team this year. It came down to the last game of the season and was a special day winning the comp on a local derby in front of my school. Sorry wigs!!

Women’s First Grade Season Review

From the Captain: Amanda Skellern

The season really has flown by!! I think the squad can be so proud of what we’ve achieved this year, finishing stronger in the club championship and coming together as a squad with new players, younger players transitioning to seniors, plus a good dose of the usual suspects. As our second year up in NPL1, I think we’ve started to become more familiar with the pace and standard. It was great to see both ressies and firsts show off their own style of play, with a bit of flair and of course backed by those Tigers trademarks. It’s been a pleasure to get to know our new coaches this year – Richie and Danillo – who took so many things in their stride. They both have a great understanding of the game and a sense of humour, the two most important ingredients for coaching senior women. It was a year of a few serious injuries, and of girls taking time out to travel (I mean…who needs Europe when you have NTRA?!). But the hard work from the coaches and players meant we could remain competitive right up until our last game. We’ll be looking forward to presentation night now and enjoying our off-season. In the meantime, please feel free to reach out to Georgia Goulding who needs to fill her social calendar without football!

What’s been your favourite game of the season?

This question is never fair! The huge support from the Tigers men’s teams at our first round match against Mariners made it one to remember. I also loved our second-round games against Koalas. This was a week we had 20 seniors playing across the two teams. Ressies were playing top of the table and played out a really exciting match to draw 2-2 against a team that will likely win the Grand Final. In first grade, we ground out a 0-0 draw, and Bo and Saba from the 17’s both made their first grade debuts! They really shined and we all came off feeling pretty chuffed I think! Looking back, it was just great to be undefeated that weekend and see both teams playing which so much spirit given our chances of reaching finals were slim at this stage!

What’s been the best moment off the pitch this season?

Every year we plan an overnight stay at our furthest away-game, which led us to Newcastle this year for a really fun trip – although there is the constant fear that Eliza would do some sort of horrible prank while we were sleeping. Not sure if this counts as off-the pitch, but having our physio Eloise play a role in our strength and conditioning training this year has also led to a fair amount of laughs with the exercises she makes us do. Finally, I have to mention our treasured catch-ups with the U12s and U13s Girls SAP players throughout the season. They are a pleasure to be around, are very impressive on the pitch, and it was great to see the senior players engaging with the up-and-coming Tigers!

Season Results

Round 1 Women’s NPL vs Sydney University – Arlington Oval – First Grade – 4-1 Loss (Georgia Goulding)
Round 2 Women’s NPL vs Blacktown Spartans – NTRA – 1-0 Win (Hannah McNulty)
Round 3 Women’s NPL vs Macarthur Rams – NTRA – 5-2 Loss (Hannah McNulty, Josie Wilson)
Round 4 Women’s NPL vs FNSW Institute – NTRA – 3-1 Loss (Georgia Goulding)
Round 5 Women’s NPL vs Sutherland Shire FA – Harrie Denning Centre – 2-1 Win (Shayna Killey, Molly Woods)
Round 6 Women’s NPL vs Emerging Jets – NTRA – 3-0 Win (Georgia Goulding x2, Shayna Killey)
Round 7 Women’s NPL vs Bankstown City FC – Jensen Park – 0-0 Draw
Round 8 Women’s NPL vs North Shore Mariners – NTRA – 1-1 Draw (Servet Uzunlar)
Round 9 Women’s NPL vs NWS Koalas – Christie Park – 2-1 Win (Ellie Brush, Hannah McNulty)
Round 10 Women’s NPL vs Manly United – NTRA – 2-0 Loss
Round 11 Women’s NPL vs Illawarra Stingrays – JJ Kelly Park – 3-1 Loss (Michelle Heyman)
Round 12 Women’s NPL vs Sydney University – NTRA – 2-0 Loss
Round 13 Women’s NPL vs Blacktown Spartans – Blacktown Football Park – 3-1 Loss (Jade Booty)
Round 14 Women’s NPL vs Macarthur Rams – NTRA – 3-0 Loss
Round 15 Women’s NPL vs Football NSW Institute – Valentine Sports Park – 0-0 Draw
Round 16 Women’s NPL vs Sutherland Shire FA – NTRA – 0-0 Draw
Round 17 Women’s NPL vs Emerging Jets – Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility – 8-0 Win (Servet Uzunlar x3, Jade Booty x2, Ellie Brush, Shayna Killey, Emma Watkins)
Round 18 Women’s NPL vs Bankstown City – NTRA – 2-2 Draw (Jade Booty, Georgia Goulding)
Round 19 Women’s NPL vs North Shore Mariners – Northbridge Oval – 2-1 Loss (Ellie Brush)
Round 20 Women’s NPL vs NWS Koalas – NTRA – 0-0 Draw
Round 21 Women’s NPL vs Manly United – Cromer Park – 4-1 Loss (Michelle Brown)
Round 22 Women’s NPL vs Illawarra Stingrays – NTRA – 2-1 Loss (Servet Uzunlar)

Scorers List

Georgia Goulding (5), Servet Uzunlar (5), Jade Booty (4), Ellie Brush (3), Shayna Killey (3), Hannah McNulty (3), Michelle Brown (1), Michelle Heyman (1), Emma Watkins (1), Josie Wilson (1), Molly Woods (1).

Appearance Statistics

Player – Starting Appearances (Substitute Appearances)

Jade Booty – 12 (5)
Michelle Brown – 6
Ellie Brush – 12
Bo Burton – 0 (1)
Eliza Campbell – 17
Erica Di Sciascio – 17 (1)
Ella Gibson – 7 (2)
Georgia Goulding – 20 (1)
Michelle Heyman – 2
Genevieve Hughes – 8 (10)
Zoe Kalos – 5 (1)
Shayna Killey – 21
Eilidh Mackay – 3 (5)
Hannah McNulty – 12
Kristen Mihalarias – 6 (2)
Saba Murray – 0 (3)
Amanda Skellern – 21
Emma Smith – 15 (2)
Servet Uzunlar – 18 (1)
Emma Watkins – 18
Josie Wilson – 9 (6)
Molly Woods – 16 (4)

Weekend Preview: August 4-5

It’s a local derby for our Men’s NPL players on Saturday night as they take on North Shore Mariners. On Saturday morning our Youth NPL welcome neighbours Manly United to NTRA.

Our Women’s NPL players are looking to finish their 2018 season on a positive note as they welcome Illawarra Stingrays to NTRA on Sunday.

Round 21 Youth NPL vs Manly United
Saturday, August 4 – NTRA
U13’s – 9:00am, U14’s – 10:25am, U15’s – 11:45am, U16’s – 1:20pm

Round 23 Men’s NPL 2 vs North Shore Mariners
Saturday, August 4 – NTRA
U18’s – 3pm, U20’s – 5pm, First Grade – 7pm

Round 22 Women’s NPL vs Illawarra Stingrays
Sunday, August 5 – NTRA
14’s – 8:30am, U15’s – 9:55am, U17’s – 11:30am, Reserves – 1:05pm, First Grade – 3pm

Weekend Review: July 28-29

It was raining goals on Saturday night at Popondetta Park, with 17 goals being scored across three matches against Mount Druitt Town Rangers. Our Under 18’s continued their impressive season with a 3-2 win, but unfortunately our Under 20’s and First Grade went down by one-goal margins.

It was a tough morning at Bonnyrigg for our Youth NPL players, picking up one win and a draw across the four matches against strong opposition.

On Sunday our Women’s NPL teams were in action for the penultimate round of their season against Manly United at Cromer Park. Three close matches to start the morning saw the Under 15’s pick up the lone win of the day. Despite going ahead in First Grade thanks to Michelle Brown’s first goal for the club, the home side proved too strong in the second half to come away with the points.

FULL RESULTS AND SCORERS

Round 22 Men’s NPL 2 vs Mount Druitt Town Rangers – Popondetta Park

First Grade – 2-1 Loss (Matt Stewart)
Under 20’s – 5-4 Loss (Max Glanville, Tom Bonato, Chris Chung, Oscar Nieto)
Under 18’s – 3-2 Win (Nick Pagano, Finn Harricks, Ethan Tegel)

Round 20 Youth NPL vs Bonnryigg White Eagles – Bonnyrigg Sports Club

Under 16’s – 5-0 Loss
Under 15’s – 2-1 Win (Samuel Parry x2)
Under 14’s – 3-2 Loss (Seisa Melbourne x2)
Under 13’s – 1-1 Draw (Jordan Szetu)

Round 21 Women’s NPL vs Manly United – Cromer Park

First Grade – 4-1 Loss (Michelle Brown)
Reserves – 3-0 Loss
Under 17’s – 2-1 Loss
Under 15’s – 2-1 Win (Eloise Hansen x2)
Under 14’s – 1-0 Loss

Photo thanks to Dan Ullman – aptitudephotography.

Player Profile: Emma Watkins

How long have you been playing for Northern Tigers?

I joined the Tigers back in 2011 (Under 12’s), making this my 8th season!

Who have been the been the biggest influences in your football career?

Undoubtedly my parents have played a significant role, driving countless hours and providing endless support.

Also the friendships I have made with both the girls and coaches over the years are invaluable, creating a really stable and enjoyable environment to grow as a player.

Which clubs have you previously played for?

West Pymble, my local club as a junior.

What do you enjoy most about playing for Northern Tigers?

 The club culture is truly unique and can easily be described as like a family. Everyone is looking out for each other, whether this is a team mate on the field or supporting our little U12/13’s SAP buddies.

What position do you play? Have you always played there?

I play holding midfielder (No.6/8), and have always played there.

Do you have a favourite club/player? Who/why?

Always been a big fan of David Beckham, maybe it’s his skills, maybe it’s his looks! 

What is your best football memory?

Definitely has to be our 1-0 grand final victory back in 2011 against Northbridge (now North Shore Mariners) – quite possibly our only victory to hold over their heads.

Weekend Review: July 21-22

Our Men’s NPL continued their resurgence, picking up two wins and a draw across the three matches against Canterbury Bansktown FC on Saturday night. Congratulations to 18-year-old Lachlan Lloyd who picked up his maiden First Grade goal for the club!!
It was tough going on Saturday morning for our Youth NPL players against Sydney United, only winning one match across the day in a hotly-contested set of fixtures.
Sunday kicked off with our Women’s NPL Under 14’s securing yet another win in a 2-1 result over NWS Koalas. The visitors claimed the win in the Under 15’s match before the day finished with three successive draws as our depleted squads showed plenty of fighting spirit to secure some precious points!
Round 19 Youth NPL vs Sydney United – NTRA
Under 16’s – 2-1 Loss (Jack Hanley)
Under 15’s – 3-2 Win (Harry Fake, Josh Sneddon, Samuel Parry)
Under 14’s – 2-0 Loss 
Under 13’s – 1-0 Loss
Round 21 Men’s NPL 2 vs Canterbury Bankstown FC – NTRA
 
First Grade – 2-0 Win (Lachlan Lloyd, Own Goal)
Under 20’s – 0-0 Draw
Under 18’s – 2-1 Win (Nick Pagano, Jeremy Vaz)
 
Round 20 Women’s NPL vs NWS Koalas – NTRA
 
First Grade – 0-0 Draw
Reserves – 2-2 Draw (Saoirse Cobbe, Bo Burton)
Under 17’s – 1-1 Draw (Sophie Gocher)
Under 15’s – 4-2 Loss (Uma Van Egmond-Jones, Tess Rickard)
Under 14’s – 2-1 Win (Claudia Johnston, Ella Wilson)

Weekend Preview: July 21-22

The World Cup may have finished on Monday but there’s still plenty of NPL football left to play!

On Saturday morning our Youth NPL players return to the pitch after a week’s break, hosting Sydney United at NTRA.

The Men’s NPL teams are then in action in the evening, hosting Canterbury Bankstown FC. First Grade will be looking to build on last week’s impressive win over Western Sydney Wanderers!

Our Women’s NPL players are in action on Sunday, with our neighbours NWS Koalas coming up to NTRA. The first round of fixtures at Christie Park were a closely-fought set of entertaining matches, expect the same again this weekend!

Round 19 Youth NPL vs Sydney United
Saturday, July 21 – NTRA
U13’s – 9:00am, U14’s – 10:25am, U15’s – 11:45am, U16’s – 1:20pm

Round 21 Men’s NPL 2 vs Central Coast Mariners
Saturday, July 21 – NTRA
U18’s – 3pm, U20’s – 5pm, First Grade – 7pm

Round 20 Women’s NPL vs NWS Koalas
Sunday, July 22 – NTRA
14’s – 8:30am, U15’s – 9:55am, U17’s – 11:30am, Reserves – 1:05pm, First Grade – 3pm

Weekend Results: July 14-15

Our Men’s and Women’s NPL players were on the road this weekend, while our Youth NPL enjoyed a deserved week off!
 
Saturday saw our Men’s NPL First Grade secure an impressive 4-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers at Sydney United Sports Centre. Liam McConaghy notched up a brace as his charge towards 50 goals for the club continues. Unfortunately our Under 20’s and Under 18’s were on the wrong side of the scoreline against their A-League academy opposition.
 
Our Women’s NPL made the short trip to Northbridge Oval on Sunday to face North Shore Mariners. In a very closely fought day all matches were decided by a one-goal margin, with our players picking up wins in the Under 14’s and Under 17’s while the home side took the points in the other three fixtures of the day.
Round 20 Men’s NPL 2 vs Western Sydney Wanderers – Sydney United Sports Centre
 
First Grade – 4-1 Win (Liam McConaghy x2, Ally Brown, Aram Tayebi)
Under 20’s – 4-2 Loss (Tom Ascroft, Alex Di Ciano)
Under 18’s – 4-2 Loss (Nick Pagano, Jeremy Vaz)
 
Round 19 Women’s NPL vs North Shore Mariners – Northbridge Oval
 
First Grade – 2-1 Loss (Ellie Brush)
Reserves – 1-0 Loss
Under 17’s – 1-0 Win (Sophie Gocher)
Under 15’s – 2-1 Loss (Eloise Hansen)
Under 14’s – 1-0 Win (Claudia Johnston)

Player Profile: Shayna Killey

How long have you been playing for Northern Tigers?

This will be my second season with Tigers.

Who have been the been the biggest influences in your football career? 

I definitely have to mention my dad. I’ve never met a more passionate person when it comes to football. He has been playing his whole life and I know I have the same love for the game as he does. Throughout my footballing career he has always supported me and pushed me to do the best I possibly can do. And of course there have been a few coaches over the years who I am so grateful for all the time and effort they have put in to help me better myself.

Which clubs have you previously played for?

I started playing quite late, when I was 12 I joined a local club near my home which was called Kellyville Kolts. From there I went to Penrith Nepean for a couple of years and then to Koalas up until I came to play for Tigers last season.

What do you enjoy most about playing for Northern Tigers?

I love the friendliness of the club, and how it feels like a family. Everyone looks out for one another and I love the positive vibes. The girls have really made my time at Tigers the best and I thank the club for playing a big part in getting my confidence and passion in playing back again. Also a big thanks to Pat and Frank for inviting me to come to Tigers last season, it was a tough decision in moving clubs but one that I have never regretted making.

What position do you play? Have you always played there?

I play as a winger and have mostly been playing on the right side throughout this season. That has always been my position or as a striker.

What is your personal goal for this season?

To be more calm in front of goal and to score. I’m confident in all other areas, especially in crossing and setting up for other players but when I get the opportunity I want to be more confident in finishing.

Do you have a favourite club/player? 

I really enjoyed watching Sydney FC play in the recent season. They were very well structured, played the ball around well and looked dangerous in the final 3rd.

Also I’ve always been a big fan of Lionel Messi, his scoring abilities and footwork is incredible!

What is your best football memory? 

Being the minor premiers and grand final champions back in Under 16’s for Koalas. We had a great team and coach and worked hard for each other and got amazing results because of it.

Player Profile: Aram Tayebi

How long have you been playing for Northern Tigers?

I have played for the club for a total of four years, first in 2013 and 2014. After a few years away I returned to the club last year and have continued on into this season.

Who have been the been the biggest influences in your football career?

The biggest influence would have to be my older brother. Without him I would have never started playing in the first place!

Which clubs have you previously played for?

In Australia I have played for Sutherland Sharks, Bankstown Berries, St George Saints and Parramatta FC. I have also played in Iran and the U.A.E.

What do you enjoy most about playing for Northern Tigers?

The club culture is fantastic. The players in my squad as well as the administrators and coaches are fantastic people as well as being technically proficient in the game itself.

What position do you play? Have you always played there?

I currently play anywhere down the left side, usually left wing but I have played the occasional fixture in left back. I have previously played as a 9 and 10 also.

What is your personal goal for this season?

My goal this season was to have an injury free year and start to enjoy playing again – I have barely missed a match so it’s going well so far!

Do you have a favourite club/player? Who/why?

Arsenal. When I was young they signed my favourite player, Dennis Bergkamp. I have been a fan ever since! Along with Bergkamp, his Arsenal strike partner Thierry Henry is also one of my favourite players.

What is your best football memory?

I was fortunate enough to representing Iran on an international level earlier in my career for the Under-23 team.

Weekend Results: July 7-8

It was a strong weekend of results for all of our programs this weekend as the business end of the season draws closer.

Saturday afternoon at Lambert Park saw our Youth NPL players take on APIA Leichardt in four hotly-contested matches. Our Under 15’s collected three points, while neither team could break the deadlock in the Under 14’s fixture. Our Under 13’s and Under 16’s unfortunately finished on the wrong side of the scoreline in their matches but still showed great promise in their performances!

At NTRA, our Men’s NPL hosted Parramatta FC and made a fantastic start to the afternoon as our Under 18’s hit five past the visitors. Another five-goal game followed in the Under 20’s, this time our boys finished on the winning side of a 3-2 thriller! First Grade saw Liam McConaghy notch up his tenth of the season in a great first half but Parramatta produced an improved second half to split the points.

On Sunday our Women’s NPL were back at NTRA against Bankstown City. It was a strong start to the day in the younger age groups, picking up seven points from nine and scoring plenty of goals – special mention to Saba Murray who scored all four in the Under 17’s 4-1 win!!! It was tough going in the seniors, with Reserve Grade losing 2-0 and First Grade picking up a 2-2 draw against a team fighting hard to avoid relegation.

Round 19 Men’s NPL 2 vs Parramatta FC – NTRA

First Grade – 1-1 Draw (Liam McConaghy)
Under 20’s – 3-2 Win (Max Glanville x2, Lachlan Lloyd)
Under 18’s – 5-0 Win (Oliver Scott x2, Matthew Davey, Jeremy Vaz, Own Goal)

Round 18 Youth NPL vs APIA Leichardt – Lambert Park

Under 16’s – 3-1 Loss (Luke Klusman)
Under 15’s – 2-1 Win (Harry Nicholas, Samuel Parry)
Under 14’s – 0-0 Draw
Under 13’s – 3-2 Loss (Jordan Szetu, Zavier Lim)

Round 18 Women’s NPL vs Bankstown City – NTRA

First Grade – 2-2 Draw (Jade Booty, Georgia Goulding)
Reserves – 2-0 Loss
Under 17’s – 4-1 Win (Saba Murray x4)
Under 15’s – 1-1 Draw (Heidi Bennett)
Under 14’s – 3-0 Win (Georgina Maher, Ella Wilson, Claudia Johnston)

Weekend Preview: July 7-8

This weekend sees both our Men’s and Women’s NPL teams in action at NTRA!

On Saturday our Men’s NPL host Parramatta FC, who have enjoyed a resurgence after some mid-season signings. Men’s First Grade kicks off at 7pm, with the Under 20’s and Under 18’s fixtures starting at 5pm and 3pm respectively.

Youth NPL are also in action on Saturday afternoon, taking on APIA Leichardt at Lambert Park from 2pm.

Sunday sees Bankstown City Lions in action against our Women’s NPL players, starting at 8:30am with our Under 14’s and running across the day until First Grade kicks off at 3pm.

Round 19 Men’s NPL 2 vs Parramatta FC
Saturday, July 7 – NTRA
U18’s – 3pm, U20’s – 5pm, First Grade – 7:30pm
 
Round 18 Women’s NPL vs Bankstown City
Sunday, July 8 – NTRA
U14’s – 8:30am, U15’s – 9:55am, U17’s – 11:30am, Reserves – 1:05pm, First Grade – 3pm
 
Round 18 Youth NPL vs APIA Leichardt
Sunday, July 8 – Lambert Park
U13’s – 2:00pm, U14’s – 3:25pm, U15’s – 4:45pm, U16’s – 6:20pm

Weekend Results: June 30 – July 1

Taking to the field at the newly-refurbished Christie Park, our Men’s NPL sides produced three enthralling fixtures against our neighbours Spirit FC.

First Grade returned to the winners circle with a thumping 4-1 win featuring four different scorers, while Adam Hett’s Under 20’s held their nerve to come out on top in a five goal thriller. Unfortunately our Under 18’s couldn’t complete a clean sweep, going down 2-1 to the home side.

On Sunday our Youth NPL teams travelled west to take on Blacktown Spartans, finishing the day with three wins and a loss across the four fixtures.

Up in Newcastle our Women’s NPL enjoyed some good results against Emerging Jets, including an impressive 8-0 win for First Grade!

FULL RESULTS AND SCORERS

Round 18 Men’s NPL 2 vs Spirit FC – Christie Park

First Grade – 4-1 Win (Liam McConaghy, Rory Spiers, Luke Dawson, Will Foristal)
Under 20’s – 3-2 Win (Alex Di Ciano, Lachlan Lloyd, Mitchell Wyatt)
Under 18’s – 2-1 Loss (Will Dimartino)

Round 17 Youth NPL vs Blacktown Spartans – Blacktown Football Park

Under 16’s – 3-1 Win (Kai Denton, Nathan Ord, Paul Toepfer)
Under 15’s – 3-1 Win (Ethan Lush x2, Anthony He)
Under 14’s – 2-1 Win (Christian Webster, Julien Vitale)
Under 13’s – 3-1 Loss (Jordan Szetu)

Round 17 Women’s NPL vs Emerging Jets – Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility

First Grade – 8-0 Win (Servet Uzunlar x3, Jade Booty x2, Ellie Brush, Shayna Killey, Emma Watkins)
Reserves – 3-2 Win (Saorise Cobbe x2, Eilidh Mackay)
Under 17’s – 1-0 Loss
Under 15’s – 2-1 Loss (Eloise Hansen)
Under 14’s – 3-1 Win (Monique Hore x2, Ella Wilson)