A bitterly cold morning in Bossley Park was the setting for a meeting between the powerful Marconi Stallions and a Gladesville Ravens side fresh from a last gasp draw at UNSW in week 1. A wind affected game saw Marconi soak up the pressure to take a slender lead in at half time through RaquelContinue reading “Marconi 4-0 Gladesville Ravens”
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Grand Final drama
The pinnacle of the W-League season was a highlight of a massive weekend of football – Sydney FC were looking to secure another Grand Final win, and they were on home soil. The only threat was from Lisa De Vanna, or so we thought. *As always, swipe on a photo to see more A strictContinue reading “Grand Final drama”
Phantom goal and penalty woe
Any last minute goal conceded to change the result against any Melbourne team is a total shit, but this was a very close game where Sydney FC took the lead in controversial circumstances. A draw was probably the right result after Redders pulled off some amazing saves. A good crowd, a lively Cove and someContinue reading “Phantom goal and penalty woe”
Dancing in the dark
On the occasion of my birthday, Sydney FC dimmed the lights and delivered a beautiful chorus of Bohemian Rhapsody from the Cove under the twinkling lights. It was all for me, I’m sure of it. Don’t spoil the moment. The only thing missing was a goal from Luke Ivanovic. *Remember to swipe on the photosContinue reading “Dancing in the dark”
Girls acquiring skills – a real pathway?
*Remember to swipe the photos to see additional action shots. Getting underway to little fanfare on the last Sunday in March, the Girls Skill Acquisition Program season, commonly known as GSAP to those on the inside, burst into life in sunny conditions at Christie Park in Sydney’s North Western Suburbs. With the local club andContinue reading “Girls acquiring skills – a real pathway?”
UNSW 3-3 Gladesville Ravens
Gladesville Ravens travelled to the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney to the ES Marks Sports Ground to take on University of NSW on the opening day of the 2021 NPLW Under 14s season. Ravens were in control early on, Jackie Rice putting them on their way with two goals, before Sylvie Karena pulled back a goalContinue reading “UNSW 3-3 Gladesville Ravens”
Grand Final Fever
Been a while since the last home game at Kogarah. After missing out on seeing the Premiership win at Cromer, there was no keeping us away from the W-League semi-final and a chance to do it all again in the Grand Final next Sunday. Fresh from Aurelia’s NPLW Under 14 debut in the Eastern Suburbs,Continue reading “Grand Final Fever”
Who’s going to stop Sydney FC?
*Remember on your phone, you can swipe on the photos! They’re fresh from claiming the Premiership with a win against fellow finalists Melbourne Victory. Next up is a Canberra United team who recently held the Premiers to a goalless draw to qualify for the semi-finals. Do Canberra stand a chance in this cut-throat do-or-die thrillerContinue reading “Who’s going to stop Sydney FC?”
Triple trouble for Jets
An early second half triple-substitution changed the complexion of a sweaty game at Kogarah Oval on Saturday evening as Sydney FC toiled in the sticky heat to overcome a stubborn Newcastle Jets. The evening started early at 2.30pm, picking up Michelle in West Ryde and encountering some heavy traffic down King Georges Road. It wasContinue reading “Triple trouble for Jets”
Rhyan, Rhyan Grant
Sydney FC superstar wing back Rhyan Grant celebrated his 200th game with most importantly a win, and as a bonus he tucked home a neat finish in the opening moments of the second half to steer his side to a vital three points. Wednesday night in Kogarah. For someone who lives on the other sideContinue reading “Rhyan, Rhyan Grant”