Presidents Report
On a beautifully sunny Saturday afternoon at Aloysius we held what has to be our largest Junior Presentation day yet. To have such great numbers across all the age groups really is a positive sign for the future. Well done to the coaches and managers of each team, without your efforts throughout the year these players couldn’t play the game they love. Thanks again to Diahann Maher for organizing the trophies and Wayne ‘White dog’ Davies for the use of his speakers and PA equipment.
A special thanks must go to Olivia Howard for the hard work behind the scenes, working in the canteen, selling raffle tickets, coordinating prizes for the trivia night and organising the chocolates drive for the Miniroos, an unsung hero.
All those with photos of the day, please feel free forward them to info@alburyhotspurs.com.au
On Sunday we had our last game of the regular season at Melrose. Some great results across the board and terrific to see the Juggernaut of a side the U/12 girls secure their 3rd League title in a row. Well done team.
On the main field the Seniors gave their Captain a great send off, winning 0-2. All the best with your University studies Lukey Dahl, we hope to see you back in action for Spurs some time down the track.
This weeks Quarter finals are played over various locations but all relatively close, Jelbart, Melrose and Alexandra Parks. We have solid representation across all age groups, please get along to offer your support.
Go Spurs
Brad Howard
President
Albury Hotspurs
Junior Presentation Day
The junior presentation was a very succesfull event. Thank you to all involved in helping setup and run the day and to all the Hotspurs families for attending.
2019 Junior Club Person
Congratulations Lily Godfrey
2019 Senior Club Person
Congratulations Aidan Kilroy
Awarded Life Membership
Congratulations Justin Wild
Awarded Life Membership
Congratulations John Irvine
Senior Presentation 27 September
The 2019 Senior Presentation Night for Division 1, Division 2, Division 2 Ladies, Division 3 and Over 35s teams.
When: Friday, September 27, 6.30pm for a 7pm start
Where: Albury Tigers Club. Please use Wodonga Place entrance
Dress: Cocktail
What: Two course meal (main and dessert) with drinks at bar prices. Strictly no BYO.
RSVP: Tickets and payment must be completed by Friday, September 20.
Cost: $50 General per ticket.
$40 Life Member or 2019 Committee Member.
Payment via direct debit (preferred) or in person to Dwayne Day, Brad Howard or Kelvin Davies. Tickets not confirmed until payment has been made. No payments on the night.
Please include any dietary requirements in the comment section of the booking below.
Please note that any player under the age of 18 must be under the supervision of a responsible adult.
Draw
Sunday 1 September,
AWFA Quarter Finals
8:00am 16 Boys v Wangaratta City Melrose Park 1
8:00am 12 Boys v Melrose Jelbart Park East 2
9:15am Div.2 Women v Wangaratta City Melrose Park 2
9:25am Div.3 Men v Cobram Alexandra Park 1
10:25am 13 Boys v Myrtleford Melrose Park 2
10:45am Over 35s v Twin City Jelbart Part East 3
11:45am 14 Boys v Melrose Alexandra Park 2
12:55pm 14 Girls v Wodonga Heart Jelbart Park West 2
All Abilities
To play Grand Final Day, Sunday 15 September
10am to 12:30pm
Miniroos
Thank you all for such a wonderfull Miniroos year. Was great to see so many Miniroos at the Junior Presenation.
Please if you still have your Miniroos playing shirt, please return it to either you team coach or contact one of the coordinators below.
We need all shirts back so we can stock take and prepare for next year.
For more information please call;
Aidan Kilroy – 0410 676 282
Wayne Davies – 0477 872 410
2018-2019 MAJOR SPONSOR
Brady’s Railway Hotel
Club Sponsors
Remember to let John Irvine or Simon Baker know you’re from Hotspurs when purchasing you next vehicle, the club benefit with bonus sponsorship and they will make sure you get the best available deal.
CLUB SHOP
Limited stocks available (see below) Shop updated with all the new garments including the highly sort after Hawaiian Shirt. GO TO SHOP
Made to order CUT OFF date 28 July.
STOCK CLUB WEAR
Please email if you are interested in purchasing any of the below (limited) stock items.
Purchase/Delivery can be arranged through Kelvin via email.
Jackets $35
- Men’s XS(2), S(3), 2XL(1), 3XL(1).
- Ladies, L8(1), L10(1).
- Kids, K14(1).
Polos $30
- Men’s, S(2), 3XL(1).
- Ladies,
- Kids, K6(1), K8(2), K10(2), K12(1), K14(1), K16(1).
Caps (WOW Trucker cap) $15
Scarves $20
Neck Tie $25
Coaches for Season 2020
Albury Hotspurs SC
Seeking expressions of interest from current and new applications in all Sunday Junior to Senior coaching positions for season 2020.
Please email your interest to secretary@alburyhotspurs.com.au
Or call to discuss any position with President Brad Howard 0413 994 177
Divisions/Grades
- Div.1 & 2 Women (This is a paid position, remuneration pending on applicant)
- 16 Girls
- 14 Girls
- 12 Girls
- Div.1 Men (This is a paid position, remuneration pending on applicant)
- Div.2 Men
- Over 35 Men
- Div.3 Men
- 16 Boys
- 14 Boys
- 13 Boys
- 12 Boys
- All Abilities
Note:
Albury Hotspurs cover costs on most coaching courses as required.
Receive a 50% discount on your player registration for coaching an Albury Hotspurs Team.
Junior Encouragement Awards
We are currently seeking interest from the current and new businesses who would like to supply/support our junior members with awards for this season 2019.
We would like to thank and acknowledge these businesses for their support.
Match Reports
Div.1 Men v Melrose won 2 – 0
In our last game of the season it was something to remember as we posted a dominating win against a team one spot above us. From the outset our pressure was relentless and we were rewarded with Captain Luke Dahl playing his last game before heading to Uni heading in from the corner. We had numerous other chances to bury them but could not convert. It wasn’t until the 2nd half we got our second. Great buildup play by Kristian whose cross found Ben Gardiner and he put it past the keeper with a beautiful strike. We can be pleased with our second half of the season and hope to go one better and reach the finals next season.
Luke Dahl heads home the opener to go 1 up.
Yet again, The Away Hill, showed their great support #GoSpurs
Zac, Ben and Luke who have played together for Hotspurs all the way from Juniors through to Div.1 Men with guidance from coach John Belgre from the begining.
Div.2 Men v St Pats lost 1 – 3
Well the final match of the year certainly was full of drama. Spurs slipped behind 2 goals but kept on creating chances but just couldn’t get one in. Cue Townie to set the crowd alight with this year’s goal of the year contender. Perched about 65 meters out into a stiff breeze he managed to hit the half flat ball at Ronaldo like trajectory for it to hit the bar and go in off the keepers back, game on. Five minutes later the great man stepped up again and wowed the crowd again with a deft free kick that beat everyone, 2-all. Unfortunatley the game was called early after Leo was involved in a nasty head incident but thankfully has now been given the all clear. I would like to thank Townie for taking the boys in some training sessions, John Belgre for co coaching and his contributions to team line up and Ian Belgre for managing the team. I would also like to thank everyone who has helped on the lines throughout the year as well. Finally, thank you to all of the players for trying to do the best you could every week in a very trying year, hopefully we can get a more consistant line up next year and get the results.
Div.2 Women
Over 35s
Div.3 Men
16 Boys
16 Girls v Melrose
14 Boys
14 Girls
13 Boys v Melrose won 8 – 1
It was definitely a game of two halves. Although the goals to Keely and Alonso were world class, once we took the lead in the first half we seemed to get out of position and shape ending the half 3-1. With a few structural changes at half time the team got their angles back and started playing some delightful transitional ball work. It was great being able to throw Paras forward in the second half so he could score, and Daisy Tuksar was marvellous covering various positions. Lenny’s second half goals were also Worldies. Let’s hope we can take some of that second half momentum into the Quarter final this week. I have no doubt this team can accomplish anything.
Goals: Cooper x2, Lenny x2, Will, Paras, Alonso, Keely.
12 Boys v Melrose won 4 – 1
We got off to a real fast start with Josh cracking in 2 goals to put us into a commanding position. It was great to see the team taking their passing game to new levels heading into finals. The defense put in some stellar performances with Sam using his body to outwit some faster forwards. Carl popped up in the second half with a nice goal after working hard through the midfield. Thanks to Riley Irvine who came up from the 11s to get a taste of full sided soccer. Well played.
We play the same team this week in the quarter finals. Let’s hope for a similar performance.
Goals: Josh x2, Carl x 1, Will x 1
12 Girls v Melrose won 3 – 0
Another fine performance from the girls again who wrapped up the League Championship for the 3rd year in a row. The team continue to develop their passing game with some exceptional passages of play again on display.
Zali continued her run of scoring goals by slotting another one after some good lead up play by Elisha. Elisha then decided to curl one in from a corner, her 4th goal from corners this year! Melrose came out hard in the second half and if it wasn’t for Isla’s fearless efforts as goalkeeper, Spurs would have conceded a goal or two. However as we have become accustomed to, the girls lifted again and when Sofia drilled a classic goal (her first of the season), the huge crowd on hand could relax and start to celebrate this champion teams efforts. A great rendition of the club song by the girls after the game topped off a brilliant regular season. Congratulations Girls and good luck in the finals.
Match reports and newsletter information
Please email all match reports, photos and Hotspurs news to info@alburyhotspurs.com.au by Tuesday morning at 9am.