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Player Profile: Erica Di Sciascio

Erica has cemented her place in the Women’s First Grade back four this season after making the step up from our Under 17’s squad last year!

How long have you been playing for Northern Tigers?

I have been playing at Northern Tigers for two seasons now and hopefully many more to come!

Which clubs have you played for previously?

Prior to playing at Northern Tigers, I played at Football NSW Institute for the 2016 season competing in the Reserve Grade NPL competition, before that I played at the North West Sydney Koalas for three consecutive seasons, playing in the U/13, U/14’s and U/15’s.

What do you enjoy most about playing for Northern Tigers?

Northern Tigers is the most supportive and encouraging club that I have been involved with and I think that is what I love most about it. The coaches are always willing to help and assist in any way they can which makes my job easier as a player as I am able to seek help and guidance when required.

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

I currently play right back and have been playing there for most of my football career, although last season I did play the second half of the season as striker which was something different and challenging but thoroughly enjoyed it.

What is your personal goal for this season?

My personal goal for this season was to significantly improve my ball skill and having more confidence in driving forward in attack, to become a threat to other teams and create more goal scoring opportunities. This goal is still a work in progress but I have seen a dramatic improvement in my ball skills and ability to drive forward in attack.

Do you have a favourite club/player? Why?

I do have a favourite club, and that is Tottenham Hotspur, I thoroughly enjoy watching this team play and love how threatening they can be in attack.

What is your best football memory?

I think my best football memory would be captaining the winning state titles side in 2014 with current Northern Tigers U/15 coach , Frank Warnink. This tournament was such a great and challenging experience considering we had to play against such a tough opposition and achieved great results.

Photo: Dan Ullman – aptitudephotography

Player Profile: Matt Stewart

A new addition to the Men’s First Grade squad this year, Matt Stewart has stepped up to the challenge and cemented himself in Jason Eagar’s starting lineup.

How long have you been playing for Northern Tigers?

This is my first season.

Which clubs have you previously played for?

I have previously played for Marconi, Blacktown City, Western Sydney Wanderers, APIA and Sutherland

What do you enjoy most about playing for Northern Tigers?

What I enjoy most is playing with the group of guys we have in First Grade. I have played at a lot of clubs but this is the most tight-knit and enjoyable bunch of boys to play with.

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

I play right back but I have also played centre back, left back, right wing and left wing!

What is your personal goal for this season?

My personal goal for the season is to start as many games as possible in First Grade and to play my best to help the club get promoted to NPL 1.

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

My favourite club is Liverpool and my favourite player is Steven Gerrard. The reason I support Liverpool is because the first game of football I watched was the 2005 champions league final and Steven Gerrard was one of the best players in that game.

What is your best football memory?

My best football memory was being selected in my first Joeys squad. It was a great experience and a part of my football life that I enjoyed a lot.

Men’s First Grade Mid-Season Review

FROM THE COACH – Jason Eagar

What’s been the team’s best performance (or performances) so far this season?

The best performance is still to come. To date we have not put in a complete performance for 90 minutes, we have been guilty of starting games slowly and playing catch up. I’ve been impressed by our relentless never give up attitude (Trademark #4) that has resulted in some courageous and dramatic fight backs so far this season. It is great to have that quality in the team, but it would be nice to only call on it occasionally!

What is the team’s biggest strength heading into the rest of the season?

The team has great unity and we have a lot of depth in the squad. I am confident that any player in the 1st Grade squad can do the job required when called upon, for that matter a number of the U20s and U18s could also contribute. This creates competition for places and ultimately will deliver stronger individual and team performances. We aim to make the training environment harder than match day, work harder at training than our opposition, take no short cuts.

What match or matches are you looking forward to the most?

The next match!

RESULTS SO FAR

Round 1 vs Mounties Wanderers – Sydney United Sports Centre – 3-3 Draw (Rolston, Spiers, Wiggin)
Round 2 Men’s NPL vs Blacktown Spartans – NTRA – 3-0 Win (Liam McConaghy x2, Michael Rolston)
Round 3 vs Macarthur Rams – NTRA – 4-2 Win (Liam McConaghy x2, Jordan Ferrier, Rory Spiers)
Round 4 vs Central Coast Mariners Academy – NTRA – 4-0 Loss
Round 5 vs Spirit FC – NTRA – 2-1 Win (Luke Dawson, Joel Hardwick)
Round 6 vs Parramatta FC – Melita Stadium – 3-0 Loss
Round 7 vs Western Sydney Wanderers – NTRA – 1-1 Draw (Ally Brown)
Round 8 vs Canterbury Bankstown FC – The Crest – 1-0 Win (Spiers)
Round 9 vs Mount Druitt Town Rangers – NTRA – First Grade – 2-2 Draw (Ally Brown, Michael Rolston)
Round 10 vs North Shore Mariners – Northbridge Oval – 3-2 Loss (Jordan Ferrier, Rory Spiers)
Round 11 vs St George FC – NTRA – 5-1 Loss (Rory Spiers)
Round 12 vs Hills United – Lilys Football Stadium – 1-1 Draw (John Bachelard)
Round 13 vs Rydalmere – NTRA – 3-1 Win (Liam McConaghy x3)
Round 14 vs Mounties Wanderers – NTRA – 2-2 Draw (Liam McConaghy, Michael Rolston)

Scorers List

Liam McConaghy (8), Rory Spiers (5) Michael Rolston (4), Ally Brown (2), Jordan Ferrier (2), Ollie Wiggin (1), John Bachelard (1), Luke Dawson (1), Joel Hardwick (1)

Appearance Statistics

Player – Starting Appearances (Substitute Appearances)

John Bachelard – 6
Ally Brown – 14
Jamie Craig – 9
Luke Dawson – 7 (5)
Jordan Ferrier – 14
Will Foristal – 13
Joel Hardwick – 11
Tonu Liiband – 14
Thomas Lyons – 3 (4)
Liam McConaghy – 8 (2)
Zach Morris – 7 (2)
Karim Moursi – 0 (5)
Michael Rolston – 9 (1)
Rory Spiers – 4 (9)
Matthew Stewart – 10 (2)
Josh Tanner – 1 (1)
Aram Tayebi – 12 (2)
Ollie Wiggin – 11 (2)

Women’s First Grade Mid-Season Review

FROM THE Captain – Amanda Skellern

What’s been the team’s best performance (or performances) so far this season?

We really hit our stride going 6 games undefeated in the middle of the first half of the season, but I would have to say our performance in Round 9 against Koalas was a stand out. In the first 5 minutes you could tell everyone was on their game and despite going down 1-0 after a set piece, we came back to win 2-1. Lots of things from training all came together and after some great team pressure – Hannah finished an incredible goal with two minutes to go!

What is the team’s biggest strength heading into the rest of the season?

We always play the full 90 minutes and that can give us an edge as we approach the business end of the season!

What match or matches are you looking forward to the most?

Can’t go past the derby match against North Shore Mariners on the 15th of July. It’s always a great close game and would it would be so good to get a win!! But otherwise we’re looking forward to all of our matches and improving on the first round.

RESULTS SO FAR

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)

Scorers List

Georgia Goulding (4), Hannah McNulty (3), Shayna Killey (2), Jade Booty (1), Ellie Brush (1), Michelle Heyman (1), Servet Uzunlar (1), Josie Wilson (1), Molly Woods (1)

Appearance Statistics

Player – Starting Appearances (Substitute Appearances)

Jade Booty – 3 (5)
Ellie Brush – 5
Eliza Campbell – 11
Erica Di Sciascio – 11
Ella Gibson – 6 (1)
Georgia Goulding – 12
Michelle Heyman – 2
Genevieve Hughes – 1 (8)
Zoe Kalos – 5 (1)
Shayna Killey – 12
Eilidh Mackay – 1 (4)
Hannah McNulty – 12
Kristen Mihalarias – 2 (1)
Amanda Skellern – 13
Emma Smith – 9 (1)
Servet Uzunlar – 13
Emma Watkins – 10
Josie Wilson – 9 (2)
Molly Woods – 9 (2)

Weekend Preview: June 9-10

Our Women’s NPL are back at home this long weekend, hosting competition heavyweights Macarthur Rams Womens FC Inc on Sunday at NTRA. With a host of W-League stars on the visiting side expect a high-quality game of football in First Grade!
 
Men’s NPL travel west to visit Blacktown Spartans Football Club, looking to produce a repeat peformance from Round 2’s 3-0 win at NTRA. Our Under 18’s will look to extend their 13 game unbeaten run, having won their last five!
 
Youth NPL welcome Blacktown City FC to NTRA on Saturday morning in what should be a strongly-contested set of fixtures.
 
Round 14 Youth NPL vs Blacktown City
Saturday, June 9 – NTRA
U13’s – 9:00am, U14’s – 10:25am, U15’s – 11:45am, U16’s – 1:20pm
 
Round 15 Men’s NPL 2 vs Blacktown Spartans
Saturday, June 9 – Blacktown Football Park
U18’s – 3pm, U20’s – 5pm, First Grade – 7pm
 
Round 14 Women’s NPL vs Macarthur Rams
Sunday, June 10 – NTRA
U14’s – 8:30am, U15’s – 9:55am, U17’s – 11:30am, Reserves – 1:05pm, First Grade – 3pm

Weekend Preview: June 2-3

It’s a crucial weekend of fixtures for both our Men’s and Women’s First Grade, taking on two teams looking to challenge for finals football.

Our Men’s NPL are at home again on Saturday night, hosting Mounties Wanderers. After a win against Rydalmere last week, Jason Eagar’s squad will be looking to kick on and maintain their push towards the top of the Club Championship.

Sunday sees our Women’s NPL face Blacktown Spartans, with First Grade locked on 14 points each on the table and both sides need a win to keep within reach of the top five.

Our Youth NPL make the trip down south to take on Wollongong Wolves at Albert Butler Park tomorrow morning.

Round 13 Youth NPL vs Wollongong Wolves
Saturday, June 2 – Albert Butler Park
U13’s – 9:00am, U14’s – 10:25am, U15’s – 11:45am, U16’s – 1:20pm

Round 14 Men’s NPL 2 vs Mounties Wanderers
Saturday, June 2 – NTRA
U18’s – 3pm, U20’s – 5pm, First Grade – 7pm

Round 13 Women’s NPL vs Blacktown Spartans
Sunday, June 3 – Blacktown Football Park
U14’s – 8:30am, U15’s – 9:55am, U17’s – 11:30am, Reserves – 1:05pm, First Grade – 3pm

Weekend Preview: May 19-20

Our Youth NPL teams take a trip across Sydney to take on Sutherland Sharks FC at Seymour Shaw.
 
Men’s NPL are up against Hills United Football Club at Lilys Football Stadium as they look to maintain momentum in the race for promotion.
 
It’s a road trip for our Women’s NPL players on Sunday, visiting Illawarra Stingrays at JJ Kelly Park.
 
FULL MATCH DETAILS
Round 11 Youth NPL vs Sutherland Sharks
Saturday, May 13 – Seymour Shaw
U13’s – 8:30am, U14’s – 9:55am, U15’s – 11:15am, U16’s – 12:50pm
Round 12 Men’s NPL 2 vs Hills United
Saturday, May 19 – Lilys Football Stadium
U18’s – 3pm, U20’s – 5pm, First Grade – 7pm
 
Round 11 Women’s NPL vs Illawarra Stingrays
Sunday, May 20 – JJ Kelly Park
U14’s – 8:30am, U15’s – 9:55am, U17’s – 11:30am, Reserves – 1:05pm, First Grade – 3pm

Michelle Heyman Makes Her Tigers Debut

Matildas striker Michelle Heyman pulled on the green and white stripes for the first time this season on Sunday against NWS Koalas.

The 29-year-old slotted straight into the starting lineup and showed her class, constantly threatening the Koalas defence throughout the match. Despite not finding the back of the net, a first goal for the club is not far away based on Sunday’s performance!

Michelle is the fourth Matildas representative to play for the club this season, alongside Eliza Campbell, Ellie Brush and Servet Uzunlar.

Tigers finished the match 2-1 victors thanks to a spectacular winner from Hannah McNulty, extending our unbeaten run to six matches!

The team is back at home this Sunday at NTRA, hosting defending champions and current ladder leaders Manly United FC.

First Grade kicks off at 3pm, Reserve Grade at 1.05pm – come on down and support the players!

Photos thanks to Dan Ullman.

Player Profile: Ally Brown

How long have you been playing for Northern Tigers?

This is my fourth year with Tigers. I had one year in the U/20’s, one year transitioning between 20’s and first grade and then two years in first grade.

Which clubs have you previously played for?

I’ve been everywhere! I’ve been at Blacktown City, APIA, NSW Institute, Central Coast Mariners NYL and now finally settled at Tigers.

What have you enjoyed most about playing for Northern Tigers?

It really is a great club to be a part of.  Off the field, everyone is always fun to be around but we also make sure to work hard and do our thing on the field.

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

I’m currently playing in the attacking midfield role.  Growing up, I played a bit deeper in midfield and also plenty of left back but I’m definitely enjoying having the freedom to be as creative as I can further forward.

What is your personal goal for this season?

Obviously the main one is to win the league, hopefully I can do my part and contribute wherever I can.

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

I’m a big fan of Juan Mata.  He seems like a really genuine guy who always looks like he’s having fun when he plays.  Obviously he’s also very talented and I love his style and ability to create opportunities for the team.

What is your best football memory?

In 2015, I was lucky enough to go on a football tour to France and Spain. Amongst plenty of other experiences, we were able to watch Barcelona play live at the Camp Nou and also watch Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid live in the Champions League quarter-final.  The atmosphere was crazy and something I’ll always remember.

Weekend Preview: April 14-15

All our players are back at NTRA this weekend in what is looking to be a mouth-watering weekend of football action!

Our Youth NPL teams kick us off on Saturday morning against Mount Druitt Town Rangers FC​, with the players keen to continue to build on their impressive starts to the season despite some tough fixtures.

Saturday night we welcome the Western Sydney Wanderers FC​ Academy to North Turramurra, looking to continue our strong home form across all grades with 9 wins from 12 matches at NTRA.

Sunday is wall-to-wall Women’s NPL action as we host Emerging Jets. After some difficult opening fixtures our players have hit their stride, with First Grade looking to secure a third consecutive win!

Round 6 Youth NPL vs Mount Druitt Town Rangers
Saturday, April 14
NTRA
U13’s – 9am, U14’s – 10:25am, U15’s – 11:45am, U16’s – 1:20pm

Round 7 Men’s NPL 2 vs Western Sydney Wanderers
Saturday, April 14
NTRA
U18’s – 3pm, U20’s – 5pm, First Grade – 7pm

Round 6 Women’s NPL vs Emerging Jets
Sunday, April 15
NTRA
U14’s – 8:30am, U15’s – 9:55am, U17’s – 11:30am, Reserves – 1:05pm, First Grade – 3pm

Michelle Heyman Signs On

Northern Tigers FC can today announce the signing of current Matildas striker Michelle Heyman for the remainder of the season.

Heyman is currently in Jordan with the Matildas for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, looking to build on her record of 20 goals scored in 59 appearances.

The 29-year-old has played for Canberra United in the Westfield W-League since 2010, scoring 55 goals in 89 appearances.

“I am excited to join Tigers, looking forward to a new experience and working hard with the team” Heyman said.

Northern Tigers Technical Director Jason Eagar believes the star striker will have a key impact upon the team throughout the season.

“From a coaching perspective I’m really looking forward to working with Michelle, but as a football fan I am also looking forward to watching her play each week!” he said.

“Michelle will add a significant attacking threat to the squad once she returns from what I hope is a successful Matildas campaign at the Asian Cup.”

“To now have four capped Matildas in the Northern Tigers squad it is very exciting for the club and women’s football in NSFA.”

Heyman will join the Northern Tigers playing squad following the conclusion of the Matildas’ Asian Cup campaign.

Ellie Brush Joins Tigers

Northern Tigers FC are excited to announce the signing of Ellie Brush for the 2018 Women’s NPL season.

Brush played for Western Sydney Wanderers in the most recent season of the Westfield W-League and also featured for GWS Giants in the Women’s AFL.

The 29-year-old spent the majority of her playing career at Canberra United, winning two premierships and two championships as club captain.

Northern Tigers Technical Director Jason Eagar is looking forward to Brush’s debut as a Tigers player.

“Ellie will bring additional quality, experience, and leadership to the women’s squad. Her contribution both on and off the field will be invaluable for the club’s young aspiring players.”

“Having players of the calibre of Servet Uzunlar, Eliza Campbell and now Ellie Brush representing Northern Tigers provides a great opportunity for young girls in the NSFA to experience the best of women’s football in their own backyard.”

Brush joins the Northern Tigers squad for training this week and is expected to make her debut in the coming weeks.

Photo courtesy of Western Sydney Wanderers FC.

Vale Ash Grant

The club would like to pay its respects to former coach Ash Grant, who unfortunately passed away yesterday.

Ash was our boys Under 13’s coach in 2014, with a few of our current U18 players in that team.

He was a very genuine, honest, down to earth character and well-liked and respected by all. While he coached the 13’s, he also gave us invaluable support at the time in maintaining Mills Park, providing his expertise as a professional groundsman.

He was only at the club for one season as travelling from the coast it was difficult for him to balance his work, family, and Terrigal United Football Club coaching commitments. However he left a great impression on anyone at the club fortunate enough to cross paths with him during his time.

His passing is greatly mourned by our club’s members and we extend our condolences and support to Ash’s family. Rest in Peace Ash.

Eliza Campbell joins Tigers for 2018

Northern Tigers FC are excited to announce the signing of Matildas goalkeeper Eliza Campbell for the 2018 NPL season.

Eliza is one of the most promising young goalkeepers in the country, making her debut for the Matildas last November against China.

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After joining Northern Tigers for the second half of the 2017 season, the 22-year-old has returned to the club for the 2018 campaign after playing with Adelaide United in the W-League.

Eliza has played for Adelaide United in the last two seasons of the W-League and has previously played for Newcastle Jets and Norweigan clubs Medkila and Klepp.

With fellow Australian international Servet Uzunlar already signed on for the 2018 season, Eilza’s additional experience to the squad will be a massive asset in the club’s second season of NPL 1 football.

Tigers Duo Sign on for National Youth League

With the National Youth League kicking off this weekend, Northern Tigers FC would like to congratulate two of our players on joining A-Legaue clubs.

Goalkeeper Elliot Carwardine joins Western Sydney Wanderers FC, while striker Jordan Smylie (Berowra FC local junior) links up with Central Coast Mariners.

Technical Director Jason Eagar on Elliot: “Elliot is a long term Northern Tigers player, having spent five seasons at the club developing his craft from the Under 13’s.”

“He has a first class attitude that will serve him well as he enters the professional environment at Western Sydney Wanderers.”

“Gaining exposure playing First Grade as a 17-year-old at Northern Tigers this season showcased Elliot’s potential to the A-League clubs, providing opportunities for young players is an integral part of our player development strategy”

Eagar on Jordan: “Jordan has been on the Central Coast Mariners’ radar for a few seasons, I wish him all the best in pursuing a career as a professional footballer.”

“Jordan has spent the last three seasons at Northern Tigers, gaining valuable 1st Grade experience in 2017 as a 17-year-old.”

“Northern Tigers has a very strong player development philosophy, providing opportunities and a platform for young players like Jordan to take the step to the next level.”