The final match for the year against Glen Waverley was a tough one.After a reasonable start Box Hill looked out of sorts and at times struggled to stem the oppositions attacks.Glen Waverley had nothing to lose and went in hard.They were first to the ball and moved it around the pitch well,persistently testing our defence and unlucky not to score.
Box Hill did take it forward at times and scored a goal after a great passage of play. Half time luckily saw the score 1-0 our way.
The second half was more of the same.Glen Waverley never let up and our boys just couldn't get into first gear. Both keepers made some great saves with Geln Waverley's making one mistake allowing one of our forwards to find the back of the net.This understandably took a bit of the wind out of Glen Waverley who through more bad luck,than good playing on Box Hill's part,were denied a score.
Final score Box Hill 2-0 Glen Waverley which is not really a score reflective of just how close the game was.
I have thoroughly enjoyed watching the boys play this season as I'm sure all the parents have. The boys now move up to the A league next year which will certainly put them to the test.
I'm already looking foward to the 2009 season!
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Round 16 - Springvale
The boys from the Under 12B Team turned out for their penultimate League game away at Springvale. It was very cold & very wet however you could see that the boys were up for the contest.
The boys attacked from the whistle and continued to apply pressure on the Springvale defence. Springvale were struggling to get out of their half and eventually Devon scored to make it 1-0. The pressure continued to build and it wasn’t long before Blayne got on the score sheet having made a great run down the right wing. Box Hill found the net again shortly after but were adjudged offside. They didn’t dwell on this and after a cross in from the left which the keeper didn’t collect, Blayne scored again to make it 3-0. Springvale did have moments where they attacked the Box Hill goal and went close with a free kick.
The whistle went for half time & the boys & coaches were happy to go to the dressing room to get out of the cold & rain. Martin kept the half time talk brief so the boys kept themselves warm by jumping around and chanting “ole, ole, ole, ole, Box Hill, Box Hill!”
The 3 boys who were on the bench came on for the 2nd half. Box Hill continued to press for more goals and our forwards were twice through one on one with the keeper but unfortunately hit the keeper. Springvale counter attacked but just couldn’t squeeze through however they did take a couple of speculative shots which Tim handled with no problems. The next Box Hill goal came from a penalty when a Springvale player up ended one of the Box Hill lads. Brendan stepped up and scored. Curtis got his name on the score sheet too when he followed up a shot by one of the Box Hill boys and popped it away. Springvale bounced back with an attack which resulted in them breaching the Box Hill defence however Tim goat a hand to the ball and it plopped in the mud on the line. Sam slid in under pressure from a Springvale player but could only hook it onto the post and it rebounded into the net.
The final whistle went and everybody was relieved to get out of the wet, cold, miserable conditions. It was a very good performance in very difficult conditions.
The win guarantees the team second place in the league which they can still win if Doncaster were to falter. They go top for a week due to the fact that Doncaster have a bye.
Well done to Martin, Rick, the boys & all of the parents for all of their efforts to make the season a successful one which everyone will remember fondly.
The boys attacked from the whistle and continued to apply pressure on the Springvale defence. Springvale were struggling to get out of their half and eventually Devon scored to make it 1-0. The pressure continued to build and it wasn’t long before Blayne got on the score sheet having made a great run down the right wing. Box Hill found the net again shortly after but were adjudged offside. They didn’t dwell on this and after a cross in from the left which the keeper didn’t collect, Blayne scored again to make it 3-0. Springvale did have moments where they attacked the Box Hill goal and went close with a free kick.
The whistle went for half time & the boys & coaches were happy to go to the dressing room to get out of the cold & rain. Martin kept the half time talk brief so the boys kept themselves warm by jumping around and chanting “ole, ole, ole, ole, Box Hill, Box Hill!”
The 3 boys who were on the bench came on for the 2nd half. Box Hill continued to press for more goals and our forwards were twice through one on one with the keeper but unfortunately hit the keeper. Springvale counter attacked but just couldn’t squeeze through however they did take a couple of speculative shots which Tim handled with no problems. The next Box Hill goal came from a penalty when a Springvale player up ended one of the Box Hill lads. Brendan stepped up and scored. Curtis got his name on the score sheet too when he followed up a shot by one of the Box Hill boys and popped it away. Springvale bounced back with an attack which resulted in them breaching the Box Hill defence however Tim goat a hand to the ball and it plopped in the mud on the line. Sam slid in under pressure from a Springvale player but could only hook it onto the post and it rebounded into the net.
The final whistle went and everybody was relieved to get out of the wet, cold, miserable conditions. It was a very good performance in very difficult conditions.
The win guarantees the team second place in the league which they can still win if Doncaster were to falter. They go top for a week due to the fact that Doncaster have a bye.
Well done to Martin, Rick, the boys & all of the parents for all of their efforts to make the season a successful one which everyone will remember fondly.
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Round 15 - Richmond
The weather was good for the game against Richmond who are currently 4th on the ladder. We were expecting a challenge as Richmond were dealt a stinging defeat the week previously from league leaders Doncaster.
Box Hill started off strong and pushed forward quickly.They had some early shots on goal but missed the target. Richmond never looked too threatening when they went into attack as Box Hill swiftly cleared the ball and put the pressure back on them.It didn't take long though for our boys to find the back of the net.
With a second goal soon after,half time saw the score 2-0.
The second half saw some player rotation and subbing.The boys adapted well to the changes and kept applying pressure.Richmond changed a few players as well creating more strength forward which made a noticeable difference.The Box Hill defence was sound,so with mid field working hard and our forwards keen to score they were soon rewarded.This goal was soon followed by another which took the wind out of the opposition so they struggled to hold our boys back.Box Hill did not back off and scored again making the tally at full time 5-0.
This was a very impressive display of football by our boys and brought about by great teamwork and a strong commitment by every player.
Box Hill started off strong and pushed forward quickly.They had some early shots on goal but missed the target. Richmond never looked too threatening when they went into attack as Box Hill swiftly cleared the ball and put the pressure back on them.It didn't take long though for our boys to find the back of the net.
With a second goal soon after,half time saw the score 2-0.
The second half saw some player rotation and subbing.The boys adapted well to the changes and kept applying pressure.Richmond changed a few players as well creating more strength forward which made a noticeable difference.The Box Hill defence was sound,so with mid field working hard and our forwards keen to score they were soon rewarded.This goal was soon followed by another which took the wind out of the opposition so they struggled to hold our boys back.Box Hill did not back off and scored again making the tally at full time 5-0.
This was a very impressive display of football by our boys and brought about by great teamwork and a strong commitment by every player.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Round 14 - Oakleigh
The Under 12B East team arrived at Jack Edwards Reserve on a cold & rainy day hoping to maintain their winning ways and to cement 2nd place on the ladder. The main pitch at Oakleigh was looking great. Unfortunately we were playing on the paddock behind. The line markings at one end were hard to see particularly the 18 yard box but more of that later!!
The Box Hill boys created chances from the start and within 5 minutes were ahead when Blayne slashed in a shot from a tight angle over on the right to score his second goal in 2 now he is playing at Right Wing. Box Hill continued to press but neither of our strikers in Josh or Devon could find the back of the net. Brendan & Declan continued to battle it out in the centre of the park to keep the pressure on Oakleigh and eventually the pressure told with an Oakleigh player handling in the box so it was penalty time. Gab stepped up and slotted the ball away nicely to take the score top 0-2. Box Hill continued to penetrate the Oakleigh defence, particularly from out wide and managed to cut the ball back but unfortunately were not able to put the ball in the back of the net as it flashed across the goal mouth. When Oakleigh did penetrate into our half they were ably marshalled by Jonty out on the left & Curtis on the Right who both pressured their players & when the ball popped up played intelligent passes out of defence. Matt & Jesse were able to mop up any of the crumbs that got through. Box Hill had numerous chances in the 1st half but only managed to convert the 2.
Martin made 4 changes in the 2nd half switching to a 3-5-2 formation. Ben was up front with Devon, Carl played in the centre of midfield, Sam played as a defensive midfielder in front of the 3 man defence & Jonty moved over to the Right Back position to allow Patrick to take up his customary position as Left Back. During one passage of play Carl received a ball played a brilliant first time pass to Devon to put him 1 on 1 with the keeper however he put the ball over the cross bar. The game was more end to end in the 2nd half & Tim had to make a couple of saves. Unfortunately from one he stepped outside of the non existent 18 yard box & Box Hill were penalised with a free kick due to the fact that the Ref hadn’t ensured adequate line markings!! The free kick was nicely taken by Oakleigh who scored to make it 1-2 and game on!! Box Hill struck back in true Box Hill fashion and after a great passage of play through the middle, Devon scored to make it 1-3. This took the wind out of Oakleigh’s sails & the pressure off Box Hill. Captain of the day Matt took a knock in the thigh so Josh was brought on to sweep and did a very good job of snuffing out a couple of Oakleigh attacks.
The final whistle went & Box Hill had done the job & got the 3 points in average conditions on an average pitch.
Next week Richmond visit Wembley & will provide a stern test for the boys.
The Box Hill boys created chances from the start and within 5 minutes were ahead when Blayne slashed in a shot from a tight angle over on the right to score his second goal in 2 now he is playing at Right Wing. Box Hill continued to press but neither of our strikers in Josh or Devon could find the back of the net. Brendan & Declan continued to battle it out in the centre of the park to keep the pressure on Oakleigh and eventually the pressure told with an Oakleigh player handling in the box so it was penalty time. Gab stepped up and slotted the ball away nicely to take the score top 0-2. Box Hill continued to penetrate the Oakleigh defence, particularly from out wide and managed to cut the ball back but unfortunately were not able to put the ball in the back of the net as it flashed across the goal mouth. When Oakleigh did penetrate into our half they were ably marshalled by Jonty out on the left & Curtis on the Right who both pressured their players & when the ball popped up played intelligent passes out of defence. Matt & Jesse were able to mop up any of the crumbs that got through. Box Hill had numerous chances in the 1st half but only managed to convert the 2.
Martin made 4 changes in the 2nd half switching to a 3-5-2 formation. Ben was up front with Devon, Carl played in the centre of midfield, Sam played as a defensive midfielder in front of the 3 man defence & Jonty moved over to the Right Back position to allow Patrick to take up his customary position as Left Back. During one passage of play Carl received a ball played a brilliant first time pass to Devon to put him 1 on 1 with the keeper however he put the ball over the cross bar. The game was more end to end in the 2nd half & Tim had to make a couple of saves. Unfortunately from one he stepped outside of the non existent 18 yard box & Box Hill were penalised with a free kick due to the fact that the Ref hadn’t ensured adequate line markings!! The free kick was nicely taken by Oakleigh who scored to make it 1-2 and game on!! Box Hill struck back in true Box Hill fashion and after a great passage of play through the middle, Devon scored to make it 1-3. This took the wind out of Oakleigh’s sails & the pressure off Box Hill. Captain of the day Matt took a knock in the thigh so Josh was brought on to sweep and did a very good job of snuffing out a couple of Oakleigh attacks.
The final whistle went & Box Hill had done the job & got the 3 points in average conditions on an average pitch.
Next week Richmond visit Wembley & will provide a stern test for the boys.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Round 13 - Clayton
Nice handball with the line marker.
The weather and pitch conditions at Wembley were considerably better than the away encounter with Clayton last time. Box Hill were keen to even the slate as Clayton are the only team so far this season to score a win against them.
The boys came out firing and had Clayton under pressure straight away.Their continual push forward resulted in early goals and with great teamwork the score at half time was 4-0.
The second half saw some positional changes which took a little time for the boys to settle into. Clayton took advantage of a lapse in pressure and found the back of the net but this was countered straight away with a quick goal by BoxHill.
Our boys dominated this game with teamwork and commitment.
The final score was Box Hill 5-1 Clayton.
The weather and pitch conditions at Wembley were considerably better than the away encounter with Clayton last time. Box Hill were keen to even the slate as Clayton are the only team so far this season to score a win against them.
The boys came out firing and had Clayton under pressure straight away.Their continual push forward resulted in early goals and with great teamwork the score at half time was 4-0.
The second half saw some positional changes which took a little time for the boys to settle into. Clayton took advantage of a lapse in pressure and found the back of the net but this was countered straight away with a quick goal by BoxHill.
Our boys dominated this game with teamwork and commitment.
The final score was Box Hill 5-1 Clayton.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Round 12 - Bulleen
The Under 12B team headed over to the Veneto Club knowing that a win was a must in order to stay in touch with League leaders Doncaster. The day was cold & windy with rain threatening. The boys were keen to make it 2 out of 2 for Box Hill teams over at Bulleen after hearing that the Under 11A’s had won 1-0.
Box Hill applied the early pressure & this resulted in a well taken goal by Jesse to make it 1-0 to Box Hill. Bulleen. The goal prompted the Bulleen boys & they started to challenge for the 50-50 balls & penetrate the Box Hill defences. This resulted in them pouncing on a loose ball in the box to even the scores 1-1. They followed this up with another goal on the break down the left side of the pitch to make it 2-1 to them & continued to dictate the game. The whistle went for half time with the score reading Bulleen 2 Box Hill 1.
The message from the coach was delivered loud & clear to the Box Hill boys to compete, pressure & win the ball all over the park. The boys did this and started to wrest control back from the Bulleen lads. Both teams were evenly matched with Box Hill attacking well however the Bulleen defence was up for the task. The pressure from Box Hill eventually paid dividends when Devon burst into the box & slotted away the ball to make it 2 -2. Box Hill continued to pressure as the mid-field were winning more of the ball as were the defence when under pressure. Another attack resulted in a shot on goal which the Bulleen Keeper spilled & which Josh put away to make it 3-2. Bulleen went in search of an equaliser & from a corner the ball was pinging around in the box but was eventually cleared. The full time whistle went and the Box Hill boys celebrated a well earned win against a determined Bulleen team.
Well done to both the coaches & the boys for a great result.
Monday, July 7, 2008
Round 11 - Doncaster
This away game had great weather,good pitch and was against league leaders Doncaster.
Box Hill is 2nd on the ladder so this was expected to be a tough game and it did not disappoint.
The first half saw Box Hill in control.The boys did not allow Doncaster to have any room and pushed forward continually creating scoring opportunities.Doncaster defended galliantly and with missed chances by our boys the score at half time was nil all.
We knew controlling Doncaster for the whole game was not likely and hoped Box Hill would not pay for earlier misses.
The second half was even at first but after about 10 mins. Doncaster took control.They attacked continually with our defence working hard to hold them.Box Hill went forward a little,with no luck,and Doncaster quickly cleared the ball and attacked again.
The first to have scored would of won but the whistle blew and at full time the score was 0-0.
This was another great game to watch and a fair result for both teams.
Box Hill is 2nd on the ladder so this was expected to be a tough game and it did not disappoint.
The first half saw Box Hill in control.The boys did not allow Doncaster to have any room and pushed forward continually creating scoring opportunities.Doncaster defended galliantly and with missed chances by our boys the score at half time was nil all.
We knew controlling Doncaster for the whole game was not likely and hoped Box Hill would not pay for earlier misses.
The second half was even at first but after about 10 mins. Doncaster took control.They attacked continually with our defence working hard to hold them.Box Hill went forward a little,with no luck,and Doncaster quickly cleared the ball and attacked again.
The first to have scored would of won but the whistle blew and at full time the score was 0-0.
This was another great game to watch and a fair result for both teams.
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