On a beautiful Saturday morning eight excited Under 6’s prepared to take on cross town rivals Cygnet Sea Dragons. On the line were bragging rights for a few weeks, so no pressure on the team.
Once again we had enough for two teams. Derek, Ella, Noah and Ruby were in one team, with Amber, Caleb, Rory and Serafina in the other. Last week the score was gazillions to nil. This week it was gazillions to 1. Therefore, as a group we must be improving. Considering we have been playing against teams that have had at least one very determined player who scores most of the goals, I believe we have done well. It was really pleasing to see our players becoming more confident to try something a little different. Rory shouldering another player off the ball looked impressive as did a particular tackle from Amber. Both these players have developed more of a desire to get the ball. Caleb ran all day and had a few chances that I think he will take as the season goes on. Serafina did some good defence behind play and appeared as if she wants to make that position hers.
It usually takes 5-6 year olds a while to learn that you don’t have to run with the swarm to get a kick. Derek was another prepared to chase all day. It was just unfortunate that Cygnet provided us with so many opportunities to chase. Ella and Ruby are starting to be prepared to mix it with the opposition and I don’t think it will be long before they are on the scorer’s sheet. Noah found one of his goal-kicking boots from our first game and scored a goal in the second half to provide a bit of respectability.
Overall I was really pleased with the team’s enthusiasm and hope they enjoy the games as much as all the adults do (well at least as much as this one). One quick note, would you all please ensure each player has something to drink. Water is preferable. See you on Saturday.
John the coach
2012 WSC Commitee
12 years ago
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