26.08.05      6-A-SIDE RESULT AUG 25 – O’Carrolls FC 9 – 2 Woftam

 

A great start to the new round and the winning streak just keeps going, our 6th victory in a row, and nine goals to our name for the second week running. Keith Lyne stepped in for Tim and notched two goals for himself, Gus scored again, bringing his tally to three goals. It’s the battle for top scorer that’s getting interesting though, and Nevchenko done himself no harm last night with four goals for the second consecutive week. This sees the Scouser top the table with 11 goals, two ahead of Paul Tancell, who’s on nine. Paul continues his record of scoring every week, just the one last night though. An own-goal brought our tally to nine. No goals from Paul Gibbons last night, but he was always a threat and there are definitely a few more goals to come from him. Woftam caught us out at the back a couple of times and punished us with two goals, no fault to stand in keeper Matt, he played well again last night and pulled off some terrific saves. Next week it’s the Volcanics, they were on the receiving end of a 5 - 1 defeat last time the teams met, lets hope we can keep on winning.

The Editor

 

     19.08.05      6-A-SIDE RESULT AUG 18 – O’Carrolls FC 9 – 1 Headless Chooks

 

We hit the ground running in this game, something we don’t often manage. We were two goals up before half the team had even gotten a touch. Nevchenko notched up four goals, bringing his tally to 7, but Paul Tancell remains top scorer, two on the night gives him a total of 8. Incidentally, Paul has scored in every game of this round so far. He’d have probably pointed that out to us sooner or later anyway, eh Paul? Our pacy winger Paul Gibbons got two; one of which might possibly have maimed the keeper had he made contact with it. The man has a bullet left foot! Gus got his name on the scoresheet with a strike from distance, a well-taken goal. Mat played a great game on his debut in goal – he’s good Richie. He wasn’t really responsible for the goal we conceded, that was Tim’s fault. I only mention it (twice) Tim because in recent weeks it’s been me that’s been at fault for the odd goal… so… Cheers!…Dog Blue! We go into Group A undefeated and we’ll be looking to finish higher than fourth this time round.

The Editor

 

     10.08.05      TAURANGA - I think I can safely say that everybody had a weekend to remember in Tauranga…

Day One:

We left Auckland at 6pm on Friday; 6 dozen beers, nudity and umpteen toilet stops later we arrived in the metropolis that is Tauranga. Quick check into our hostel and we were ready for a big night out! And a big night out it was. Right from the off Nevchenko  & Paul ‘Snake Hips’ Tancell were trying to charm a couple of the locals; they stuck at that task for the weekend. Lots more beer consumed, and it was a matter of time before at least one of us got chucked out of a bar; Gibbo was that one. Well, it wouldn’t be a weekend away without a fracas. This one was minor; we were back busting moves and breaking hearts in a matter of moments. Our Player Of The Season turned a few heads when he tried to swallow a pensioner whole; she got out alive, but she’ll never be the same after that grapple. Matt, outstanding work my friend… now get yourself down the nearest GUM clinic (Timmy and Keith will tell you where it is).

 

Day Two:

A few cloudy heads, but we were up and at it early. Badgers Big Breakfast & a pint was the order of the day (or some fruit if that’s what takes your fancy). And then we were off to the Mount for some beach football and… you guessed it… more beer! For a midwinters day, the weather was fan-bloody-tastic! So good in fact it provoked a touch of nude swimming… pants-on-head style. What would the locals think??? Tancell & Gus didn’t care… they were happy… Onto the driving range where a few bystanders nearly got knocked out, quick round of mini-golf (well, apart from Tancell) and it was back to get ready for another big night. A top meal at Lone Star lined the bellies, and we were back terrorizing locals before Bundy had time to thrust his pelvis at you! Oh how we danced!!! Emotions were running high; Dave Edge announced his love of men; Keith Lyne twirled a Princess Diana look-alike until she was hypnotized by the coy Irishman; and Bundy broke it down Hammer-style to anybody that glanced in his direction. Some fat Geordie ravaging a steak & cheese pie provided a few laughs before we turned in for the night.

 

Day Three:

Up and out of there, but not before a farewell drink and one last song for Freddie Parker. He’s off back to England – we’ll miss you Fred! Good luck. Another 6 dozen beers for the return trip and we stopped at every (decent) playground on the way. Well, we’re all still kids at heart aren’t we! It was a fantastic weekend. A few of the lads carried it on at O’Carrolls, but I bowed out at that point, so the story ends here. Thanks to everybody in the team for what’s been a superb football season. It’s been great getting to know you all, and I can’t wait for more of the same next season.

The Editor

 

     03.08.05      TAURANGA HERE WE COME!!! There’ll be plenty to tell from O’Carrolls FC’s team trip to Tauranga this weekend. Watch this space!!!

The Editor