Presidents Report

Our round was played on Saturday last week as we headed to Melrose Park and took the points in all but one game. It was great to see so many former champions of Hotspurs there for the Laramee-Luders Foundation Cup, including Bill and June Luders. One thing I took away from the day was the character of all our members when supporting our team, at home or away. We keep our support and banter pretty clean and in good taste. This week when we are away to Twin City in what is always a challenging encounter, we expect the same great support.
With the colder weather well and truly here now, no doubt we will see the dreaded Covid put a few players and coaches in isolation. It has certainly rocked our Miniroos this week with so many coaches unavailable that we had to cancel training on Tuesday night.
This can be mitigated by more parents and players putting their hands up to assist over the next few weeks. If you are able to assist in any way, please let Aidan or Loz know, and they can show you the ropes.
Hope to see many of you on Sunday at Kelly Park.

Lost Property
Just a heads up that the process for finding any lost property at either Lambert or Aloysius Park is that it can be handed in to any member of the committee or to the volunteers at the canteen.

#GoSpurs

Brad Howard
President
Albury Hotspurs

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Trivia Night – Tickets/RSVP: 10:00 PM Sunday 19th June

When: Friday 24 th June 2022
Where: Commercial Club ALbury
Time: 6:30pm start
Cost:

• $25 Adults 19 years and over
• $15 Youths 16-18 years

RSVP: 10:00 PM Sunday 19th June

Tables of 8-10 people
Book your tickets, Login or go direct to event page

Great prizes. Finger food provided. Drinks at bar prices.

*Donation of Prizes required thank you – can be left at canteen on match/training times.

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All Abilities

11am to 12pm Sunday’s at Lambert Park. March 27, April 3, 10, May 1, 22, June 19, 26, July 24, 31, August 7.

More information and registration link can be found here.

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Miniroos

Miniroos will now receive their own emailed news announcements.

TEAMS, Have been updated with new players, additional team and player movements.

Training 5-6pm Tuesdays.
Game Day Saturday 15 May at Willow Par Wodonga Fixtures.

Miniroos Game Day uniform/equipment

• Playing shirt will be provided on loan for season
• Black shorts until Club shorts stock arrives
• Gold Socks $13 pair will be available Saturday at game
• Shin Pads mandatory
• Football Boots

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Hotspurs v Twin City at Kelly Park, Sunday 16 May

Ground 1	Team
8:30:00 AM	16 Boys
9:50:00 AM	Div.2 Women
11:20:00 AM	Div.1 Women
1:10:00 PM	Div.2 Men
3:00:00 PM	Div.1 Men
Ground 2	Team
8:30:00 AM	12 Girls
9:30:00 AM	12 Boys
10:30:00 AM	Div.3 Men
12:00:00 PM	Over 35s
1:30:00 PM	13 Boys
2:40:00 PM	14 Boys
Ground 1 LaTrobe	Team
1:10:00 PM	14 Girls v Diamonds

BYES

17 Girls

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Club Short

Thanks to Club Short sponsors, Beyond Bank Australia and Bonetti’s Pizza & pasta. New players to the club receive one pair free.
Anyone previously recieved a pair and have lost or required another pair, cost is $25 each.
Club shorts availble from canteen or contact your coach
#GoSpurs

These are Game Day Shorts, not training shorts!

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Club Shop

OPEN NOW. Go to the shop!
Updated Club Polo, Jacket and Hoodie with the new 50 Years 1973-2023 logo’s
Next Cut-Off date for Made to Order – Monday 31 May 2022

Limited Stock held at Canteen
(extra stock arriving with latest orders)

Fleece Hoodie $35
Jackets $35
Polo shirts $30
WOW Caps $15
Neck Ties $25
Scarves $20
SPURS pom pom Beanie $20

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Match Reports

Div.1 Men

We went to Melrose Park on Saturday night to play for the Foundation Cup and it was great to have the Bill there to address the players before the game. Unfortunately we lost Zac Burhop before kick-off and this forced Eggy into the side after a 70 minute effort in the reserves. The first half was once again dominated by the home team early but we worked hard to force an own goal from the Melrose defence. Melrose were level with us again at the stroke of half time and then took the lead in the first minute of the second half and we conceded again in the 70th minute. We would like to thank our supporters who travelled from Sydney and Newcastle to be at the game and also our local loyal supporters for coming out on such a cold night. This loss leaves us in 8th position and we travel to Kelly park to play the 9th placed Twin City this weekend.

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Div.2 Men v Melrose Won 10-0

This week we welcomed back Eggy and he made a huge difference from the start. We also had Zac Fordham drop back a grade and he showed he deserves a return to seniors with a Hatty before the half. Such a dominant performance saw us up 7-0 at half time. The Castles brothers were electric up front, both netting a brace each and also supplying each other some friendly advice about passing. We were then able to rest a few and Joel came out of goal for a quick cameo. With that performance we go top of the ladder. Keep it up lads.
Goals: Fordham x3, Jack and Leo 2 each, Mitch, Neil and Eggy.

Women Div.2 v Melrose Won 3-2

For Hotspurs this round started early with all Hotspurs V Melrose games taking place on Saturday. Whether be by accident or not, this allowed our mothers to sleep in and enjoy their Mother’s Day. With this change, thank you to everyone who was able to rearrange their schedules to provide a side ready to take on a tough match. Steph was fearless in the goals during the first half, but the Melrose aim was too good, with two goals slipping past in the first half. Yas volunteered in goals for the second half and showed off her amazing boot, which was also used to score a beautiful long shot in the first half. Nat and Ciara held up the centre back, protecting from the dangerous Melrose forward line. Seanna, Taylor, Shanaya, and Hayley worked well moving the ball out of defence and into the midfield, where Isla, Gabby, Isabel, and Christie put the team in teamwork, creating lots of chances up front. Maddie was able to take advantage of the midfield’s teamwork to score two spectacular goals to help give Spurs the win.

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17 Girls v Myrtleford Won 13-0

A very one sided game but a pleasing display of movement, passing quality and composure in front of goal. The team played well throughout the game especially in the second half as the distributed quality passes across the field and finished well. Well done to Eloise in the back line who shut down any attacking plays into our half with the goalkeeper have very few touches on the day. Thanks to Hayley and Shanaya for “volunteering” to be goalkeeper in the day. This coming week is a bye weekend. Goal scorers: Ro – 7, Charlotte – 4, Seanna – 1 and Daisy – 1.

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16 Boys v Melrose Won 4-2

After a pretty poor performance at training on Thursday, it was a great to see the lads play some quality attacking football.
Pat Mason was on fire and has finally started to shoot first time and bagged a brace. Iggy and Harry also got a goal each. But it really started with some solid defending from the back 4 and Kohan in goals who lead them.
The energy and team work was probably the best it has been all year. The next two rounds will dictate how the rest of the year is, keep up to good work
Goals: Pat Mason x2, Iggy and Harry

14 Boys v Albury City Drew 1-1

We will probably class this as one that got away. We dominated possession and territory for most of the first half without producing a meaningful shot on goal. City only managed one attack which forced a fantastic save from Bailey.
City put us under pressure at the begining of the second half, scored the opener and then set about defending the lead. We again dominated possession but again were unable to force the goal we deserved. Cooper eventually equalised with a cracking strike from outside the box with 7 minutes to go. Unfortunately we could not grab a deserved winner and shared the points.
We face Twin City on Sunday at 2.40pm this week in Kelly Park

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Match reports and newsletter information

Please email all match reports, photos and Hotspurs news to info@alburyhotspurs.com.au by Tuesday morning at 9am.

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Presidents Report

Another cracking home game was had as we hosted Albury City. Thanks heaps to the Div 1 and 2 Ladies for the set-up and BBQ performance of the season so far.
Our Miniroos commenced on Saturday at Jelbart Park and again was great to see the kids in action again. As stated before, we have the largest ever contingent this year and are still searching for extra game day and age group coaches to make the job easier for all. There are Miniroos coaching courses coming, please check out the links and attend one if you can. Many hands make light work…

This Saturday we are away at Melrose Park. The Div 1 Men will be playing for the historic Foundation Cup which is currently held by Spurs. This is a celebration of the Luders-Laramee Foundation Cup, where we are hosting Melrose FC.
The Cup honours Bill Luders (first President of Hotspurs) and Hans Laramee (founding father of Melrose FC). Both these men were integral in forming the Albury Wodonga Football (Soccer) Association in 1973. These men started junior soccer in this region and Hotspurs and Melrose clubs are founding clubs in the local association.
It should be a great afternoon and evening, with many past and present players and supporters heading to the ground, hopefully our Senior Men can keep the Cup for Spurs and make it an extra special Mother’s Day on Sunday.
We will be heading back to our major sponsor Bradys Hotel on Saturday night to celebrate our 49th year as a club.

Lost Property
Just a heads up that the process for finding any lost property at either Lambert or Aloysius Park is that it can be handed in to any member of the committee or to the volunteers at the canteen.

#GoSpurs

Brad Howard
President
Albury Hotspurs

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Trivia Night – Tickets/RSVP: 10:00 PM Sunday 19th June

When: Friday 24 th June 2022
Where: Commercial Club ALbury
Time: 6:30pm start
Cost:

• $25 Adults 19 years and over
• $15 Youths 16-18 years

RSVP: 10:00 PM Sunday 19th June

Tables of 8-10 people
Book your tickets, Login or go direct to event page

Great prizes. Finger food provided. Drinks at bar prices.

*Donation of Prizes required thank you – can be left at canteen on match/training times.

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All Abilities

11am to 12pm Sunday’s at Lambert Park. March 27, April 3, 10, May 1, 22, June 19, 26, July 24, 31, August 7.

More information and registration link can be found here.

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Miniroos

TEAMS, Registered players have now been allocated into teams. If you can’t find your child please contact Coordinator Lorenzo on 0439 207 807

Training 5-6pm Tuesdays.
Game Day Saturday 7 May Fixtures.
Updated Teams

Miniroos Game Day uniform/equipment

• Playing shirt will be provided on loan for season
• Black shorts until Club shorts stock arrives
• Gold Socks $13 pair will be available Saturday at game
• Shin Pads mandatory
• Football Boots

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Hotspurs v Melrose at Melrose Park, Saturday 7 May
Div.1 Men Foundation Cup match

Ground 1	Team
11:05:00 AM	17 Girls
12:25:00 PM	16 Boys
1:50:00 PM	Div.2 Women
3:15:00 PM	Div.2 Men
5:10:00 PM	Div.1 Women
7:00:00 PM	Div.1 Men
Ground 2	Team
3:15:00 PM	12 Boys
Forfeit by MFC	13 Boys Won

Sunday 8 May v Albury City at Jelbart Park

1:10:00 PM

14 Boys

BYES
Div.3 Men
Over 35s
14 Girls
12 Girls

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Club Short

Thanks to Club Short sponsors, Beyond Bank Australia and Bonetti’s Pizza & pasta. New players to the club receive one pair free.
Anyone previously recieved a pair and have lost or required another pair, cost is $25 each.
Club shorts availble from canteen or contact your coach
#GoSpurs

These are Game Day Shorts, not training shorts!

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Club Shop

OPEN NOW. Go to the shop!
Updated Club Polo, Jacket and Hoodie with the new 50 Years 1973-2023 logo’s

Limited Stock held at Canteen

Fleece Hoodie $35
Jackets $35
Polo shirts $30
WOW Caps $15
Neck Ties $25
Scarves $20
SPURS pom pom Beanie $20

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Match Reports

Div.1 Men

It was a fantastic day for football on Sunday as we welcomed Albury City for the match. City had the run of the ball early and forced some of the most desperate defending that we have seen on a goal line in years! Unfortunately we conceded after 20 minutes and had their keeper make a point blank save from Pat and Schreibe’s hit the cross bar. We settled after half time and began to control the game and defensively we were starting to find our legs and creating better chances for the midfielders and attackers to get the ball. Benny G hit the cross bar again before some hard work from Harry Heath resulted in a fantastic goal. We kept on pushing for the winner and almost got it except for a magnificent effort from the City keeper. We can see improvement each week know and we have a massive game against the 5th placed Melrose on Saturday night and this draw has us in 8th position.

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Div.2 Men v Myrtleford Won 8-1

The lads knew it was a big game against the top of the table and brought their A-Game for the majority. The only time they dropped of the intensity was when the experienced Albury City line up capitalised. Great signs up front with the Castles boys creating numerous chances that could easily have hit the back of the net. Jack, coming back into the team from Seniors today, ended up netting a brace.
With a couple of late outs in the seniors, we were always conscious of resting the few that were going to double in the grade above. We were 2-0 up when Townie came off with 25mins to go to rest up. Albury City scored 2 quick fire goals so the Tap in King warmed his old bones back up to return to the park and straighten the ship. Tapping one in and assisting another.
It was a great display of intestinal fortitude by this group, and will really give us some confidence for the coming weeks. Great effort by all.
Goals: Jack x2, Marius and Townie

Women Div.2 v Albury City Won 6-4

Todays’ game began with Kendal confidently starting in goals, where she did an amazing job stopping lots of high balls. Ciara, Nat, Taylor, Ingrid, and Isabel held the backline strong while we waited for support from the under 17’s who raced over from their win at Melrose. Christie, Elisha, and Gabby pushed through the midfield with Elisha getting a hattrick and Gabby and Maddie each scoring a goal. God job to Steph, Isla, and Seanna who created many goals scoring opportunities, with Steph’s efforts contributing to an Albury City own goal. Hayley and Yvonne both supported the team well by carrying the ball up along the wing. Thank you to Yvette who stepped into goals for the second half.

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Div.3 Men

It was a tough day at the office for Hotspurs Div 3 Men against a strong Albury City side. All talk of a strong start was thrown away by the concession of a penalty within the first minute, which left us chasing the game from very early on. A quick second goal for the visitors took the wind out of our sails, and for the rest of the first half we struggled to show what we are capable of. We didn’t manage to find a rhythm in our play, and allowed our heads to drop. The aim at half time was to show some more pride in the shirt in the second half, and our approach to the game greatly improved in this second period. Kohen Wilhelm played a strong sweeper-keeper role, and made a couple of excellent saves. There is plenty of potential in this squad, and we will look to bounce back in two weeks’ time.

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16 Boys v Albury City Won 5-1

It was more of a casual stroll around Aloysius Park on Sunday morning, as players seemed to be only travelling at 70%.
After missing many opportunities, the scores could’ve been double. Frankie scored a nice hattrick and Pat and Harry also got on the scoreboard.
Nice games form Sam and Dustin on the right and left and also great to see Xavier Wall starting to find touch.
This week will be a much tougher assignment and hopefully the team can bring the right attitude to get it done.
Goals: Frankie x3, Harry and Pat

14 Boys v Albury City Won 5-2

A much improved performance and result for the u14s. Bailey was excellent in goal, making a couple of great stops and is clearly benefitting from training with Mark on a Wednesday. Lucas and Cooper bossed the middle and Eve, Elissa, Alec and Hector’s pace troubled them throughout the game. Josh N and Billy got their first of the season, Lucas got one and possibly could have had a few more and Coop chipped in with a brace. We play the same opposition on Sunday – 1.10 at Jelbart West and would appreciate some support as we are the only Spurs team playing.

14 Girls

Well, it was a weekend of soccer for the U/14 Hotspurs Girls
And both days did not disappoint!
The girls started off slow on Saturday in Wangaratta, but eventually pulled it together with a 5 -1 WIN. All girls played well with Alyssa’s outstanding runs out on the wing, scoring a double for her team.
Sunday the girls were all on fire from the moment the whistle was blown, the ball was finding the back of the net over and over, with MJ 2, Rylee 5, Eve 5, Stam Lilly B and molly all scoring 1, even our 2 centre backs Indi scoring 1 and Bianca scoring her first ever goal for hotspurs.
Final score was 17 Nil
WELL DONE SPURS GIRLS

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12 Girls v Diamonds Won 5-0

We welcomed the previously unbeaten Wodonga Diamonds to fortress Lambert on Sunday morning.
A change to game time meant an 0830am start which was a bit of a shock to some of the girls. We spoke to the girls again about the importance of a quick start and high intensity pressure game to not let the visitors settle.
We had the quickest start possible with MJ scoring directly from the kick off, our live scorer barely had time to start the clock(thanks Eliza). The girls worked hard on the press for the entire game and quickly added a second goal through an OG direct from a corner kick. Amelia quickly added a third goal for a comfortable 3-0 lead at the break. In the second half we changed things about a little with some of our more defensive players getting a run through the middle or attack. MJ added a brace to complete her hattrick. Big shout out to Mia and Harps who sat out this week. We have the bye next week so the girls can spend time with their supportive Mums for mother’s day!!

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Match reports and newsletter information

Please email all match reports, photos and Hotspurs news to info@alburyhotspurs.com.au by Tuesday morning at 9am.

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Presidents Report

On Sunday the Club travelled to Myrtleford for one of the warmest days there in living memory.
The club came home with a bag of points across most teams. Great to see many stick around to support the heavily undermanned Div 1 men who unfortunately just missed out on a point, but put in a great fight.
It was also good to see both clubs commemorate our ANZACs with a minute silence before each game. Lest we forget.
This week is a big week for the club. Miniroos season starts on Saturday, as mentioned before, we are entering a record number of teams in the comp this year. With this comes the need for a few extra game day coaches. If you are a current or former player, or a parent of a Miniroos player, please put your hand up if you can help out.
Our qualified coaches will still take the Tuesday training session, it’s just the game day coordination that is required.

On Sunday we host Albury City in what will be our largest contingent of home games so far this season.
There is certainly plenty of Spurs action to support.

#GoSpurs

Brad Howard
President
Albury Hotspurs

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Trivia Night – Tickets/RSVP: 10:00 PM Sunday 19th June

When: Friday 24 th June 2022
Where: Commercial Club ALbury
Time: 6:30pm start
Cost:

• $25 Adults 19 years and over
• $15 Youths 16-18 years

RSVP: 10:00 PM Sunday 19th June

Tables of 8-10 people
Book your tickets, Login or go direct to event page

Great prizes. Finger food provided. Drinks at bar prices.

*Donation of Prizes required thank you – can be left at canteen on match/training times.

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All Abilities

11am to 12pm Sunday’s at Lambert Park. March 27, April 3, 10, May 1, 22, June 19, 26, July 24, 31, August 7.

More information and registration link can be found here.

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Miniroos

TEAMS, Registered players have now been allocated into teams. If you can’t find your child please contact Coordinator Lorenzo on 0439 207 807

Training 5-6pm Tuesdays.
Saturday Games to commence this weekend 30 April.

Miniroos Game Day uniform/equipment

• Playing shirt will be provided on loan for season
• Black shorts until Club shorts stock arrives
• Gold Socks $13 pair will be available Saturday at game
• Shin Pads mandatory
• Football Boots

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Hotspurs v Albury City at HOME, Sunday 1 May
DUTY TEAM: D1 & 2 Women

Ground 1	Team
8:30:00 AM	16 Boys
9:50:00 AM	Div.2 Women
11:20:00 AM	Div.3 Men
1:10:00 PM	Div.2 Men
3:00:00 PM	Div.1 Men
Ground 2	Team
8:30:00 AM	12 Girls v Diamonds
9:30:00 AM	12 Boys v Diamonds
10:30:00 AM	13 Boys
11:40:00 AM	14 Boys
12:50:00 PM	Over 35s

Melrose Park

8:30:00 AM	17 Girls v Diamonds
2:20:00 PM	14 Girls v Diamonds

**Div.1 Women Postponed to Wed 4 May 7pm in Wangaratta.

**Catch up games Saturday 30 April
South Wangaratta Reserve
14 Girls 1:00PM
17 Girls 2:15PM

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Club Short

Thanks to Club Short sponsors, Beyond Bank Australia and Bonetti’s Pizza & pasta. New players to the club receive one pair free.
Anyone previously recieved a pair and have lost or required another pair, cost is $25 each.
Club shorts availble from canteen or contact your coach
#GoSpurs

These are Game Day Shorts, not training shorts!

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Club Shop

Closed for maintenance. Go to the shop!

Limited Stock

Fleece Hoodie $35
Jackets $35
Polo shirts $30
WOW Caps $15
Neck Ties $25
Scarves $20
SPURS pom pom Beanie $20

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Match Reports

Div.1 Men v Myrtleford Lost 2-3

It was lovely weather that greeted us in Myrtleford on Sunday, unfortunately the pitch wasn’t as nice! We welcomed Janvier in for his first game of the year and Harry Heath wore the captains armband for the first time as well. In what can only be described as an entertaining first half saw Myrtleford in front after 15 minutes but Pat came in from the back post on a corner to get us our first equaliser in the 19th minute. Myrtleford then went to the front again in the 38th minute before Heathy levelled again on the stroke of halftime. Somehow the second half was played at an even more frenetic pace with both teams on the verge of scoring a few times. Unfortunately for Spurs we were undone in a counter attack and they hit the scoreboard with 20 minutes to go. Credit to our players, this seemed to fire them up even more and the tide had turned when they had a man sent in the 82nd minute. From then on it was full steam ahead and with almost 5 additional minutes of play, we just couldn’t find the back of the net. This team has showed a remarkable turn-around in the two weeks from our trouncing by Boomers and we can certainly see what we are capable of when we do the right things. We set ourselves for the game against 6th place Albury City at home this weekend and this loss has left us in 9th position.

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Div.2 Men v Myrtleford Won 8-1

A heap of experience coming back through the team today with Townie finally getting his old bones back on the pitch. He lead our very youthful Reserves team to a resounding victory. With the ground conditions far from great it took the team quite some time to adjust going into the break up 3-1. The second half was a better effort putting on another 5 unanswered goals.
Jono Cochrane and Townie dominated the middle with Mitch, Jay and Neil chipping in with some great football also. One of the real positives is seeing Dawso and Cody owning the centre half positions, hopefully this can form the next generation in the senior division. Well done to our strikers Marius and Leo who had many more opportunities than the score reflects.
Neil finally scored after a few opportunities, which set the fans alight.
A special mention to this weeks nomination for the camel award. Kristian Shipard was in town and supposed to play Div 1 this week. Long story short, scored a Hatty in the 2s instead before heading to the Oils concert he arrived at on Saturday. Good to see you back though Kristian ?
Goals: Kristian x3, Marius x2, Leo, Neil, Solomon

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Over 35s v Myrtleford Won 7-1

It was fanfare that could have only be reserved for the last time that the Queen visited Myrtleford that greeted us to the magnificent Savoy Park for our first ever game against Myrtleford’s Over 35’s. After the children had cleared the rose petals and ticket tape off the ground there was a hush amongst the Myrtleford faithful once they realised that Messer’s Tuksar and Davies had not made the team bus and the heckling would be saved for the next encounter. In another moment of grandeur it was also note that we were playing within sight of the “Great Wildiniho” which certainly lifted the spirts of our team during the warm up. Upon the mention of the team formation many of the team though that that Butsy was either suffering the from altitude sickness or that he had shovelled way too much cold and flu medication down on his drive up from Albury. Once the game started we soon came to realise that we would be able to play the game at out tempo and for the best part of it our passing was certainly going to be the weapon to open up the Jose seven man defence. While we went in 4-1 up at half time there was a desire from the team to do better in the second half and possibly work a bit more on our finishing (thankfully no seals or birds were hurt during the game) The second half saw us pile on more pressure to an even more beefed up defence and we succeeded in not conceding and scoring another 3 goals. There were some moments of brilliance with Irish scoring 2, Kinno, Brode’s, The Colonel, Harrow and Douggie all scoring and many due to the lead up play of Powelly and Mickett who were feeding balls through at will and being thoughtful enough not to score to spoil everyone else’s party. A special mention must go to the Loz and Cobra for their cameos up front and now Butsy doesn’t have to see that again. A big thanks to young Aiden for running the line and to the Myrtleford players for not only getting a squad together but also the spirit in how the game was played. It was also nice to see Whitedog out there having a run around again. We are currently in 6th place and take on 4th placed Albury City this week.

Div.3 Men

Hotspurs Div 3 Men had a narrow 1-0 loss at the weekend. Spurs had the most of the ball for almost all the match, but came out on the wrong side of the result. The first 15 minutes in particular was all Spurs, with Myrtleford having little to no possession, but the poor quality of the surface allowed a bobbling ball to beat our backline and lead to the only goal of the game. From that point on, Myrtleford showed very little attacking ambition, and effectively played with a back 7. In spite of almost constant Spurs possession, we never really carved out any good shooting opportunities, and our attacks were snuffed out by weight of numbers in the opposition backline. Neil van der Ploeg worked hard in midfield with Alonso Gibbons, while Kohan Wilhelm was solid in goals throughout.

17 Girls v Myrtleford Won 8-1

On a crisp autumn morning the Hotspurs girls made their way out to scenic Myrtleford for a 8:30 am start. The day eventually warmed up considerably so an early start mode for pleasant football conditions. Our girls dominated from the outset, Quick fire goals from Ro and Charlotte were followed with goals from Alice and Alex. With many of the team playing Div 1 later in the heat of the day, it was an excellent opportunity to give increased time on the field for our younger players (Isla, Shayla, Taylor and Tilly) including another excellent performance from Biannca from U14s. Isla was asked to play the first half in goals and rarely saw the ball as did Biancca in the second half. A big shout out to Elise Knobel who has continued to show enormous improvement in her attack and ball control this season. The team is aware of tougher opponents in the competition but it was great to see all of the team using the time and space to connect together and display high quality passing and finishing. The field was particularly difficult to play on due an uneven surface and this will undoubtedly be why Keely’s attempted trap tunnelled its way under her foot to her immense surprise – Yes Keely, that was a memorable moment. This coming weekend the girls are scheduled to plan a game on both Saturday in Wangaratta and Sunday at Melrose. Thanks again to the parents for making the early drive out to Myrtleford.

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16 Boys v Myrtleford Won 5-1

It was very hard to adjust to the conditions in Myrtleford. Some saying it was the worst surface they had ever played on. Obviously they hadn’t played on Aloysius in the 80’s.
With a few players not feeling great we still dominated possession. Frankie, Alonso and Cooper in the middle had plenty of the ball but when it came to converting on the scoreboard it just couldn’t happen. Many shots going wide or over, but it was a positive that we were doing all things well but scoring. Great defensive efforts at left and right back by Dustin and Sam also.
Goals: Frankie x2, Alonso, Ben, Patrick

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14 Girls v Myrtleford

What a cracker of a game 1 vs 2 and it did not disappoint.
Super coach Fi had the girls calm relaxed and ready to play.
With Mj and Elissa stepping up in goals while our superstar goalie Emma was away, the girls did great job.
First have was end to end stuff nil all at half time with girls having a few opportunities to score.
Coach Fi made a few adjustments in the second half which led to a goal from Pania in the first 5 mins of the half, not long after to follow Stam stepped up and scored another. Myrtleford hit back with 5 mins to go, and the score was now 2-1.
All girls showed great skill and determination to stop Myrtleford from getting a second.
Spurs Girls win 2-1.
Thanks to all the girls for playing so well and listening to Fi instructions, and a special thanks to the 12 girls for driving over to Myrtleford after the match earlier in the day elsewhere.
GO SPURS

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A great win for the team this week! On a beautiful sunny crisp morning, the crowd were in for a treat of goals!! Started off by a good goal by ever improving Fletcher and finished off by a cracker from our captain Dom! A good hit out and a chance for everyone to push forward! Thanks for all families on the big trip up to Myrtleford! Let keep this feeling going into the next few games! Go Spursies.

12 Girls v Wangaratta Won 4-1

We travelled away from the club to play Wangaratta at Melrose.
Wangaratta came into the game unbeaten and we anticipated our toughest game of the season to date. We challenged the girls to start fast and try to get an early goal to ease the nerves, The girls came out of the blocks flying and had a lot of chances. MJ eventually broke the deadlock slamming the ball into the net on her left foot following a weaving run. Wangaratta constantly threatened to get an equaliser with the two Lilys outstanding at the back. Muireann added a second goal to give us some breathing space leading into HT. After the break Wangaratta pulled one back which really kicked us into gear. Muireann completed her hat trick followed by a fourth from Izzy who got a well deserved goal as she worked tirelessly throughout. This week we welcome the also unbeaten Diamonds side to finish out the first round of games.

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Match reports and newsletter information

Please email all match reports, photos and Hotspurs news to info@alburyhotspurs.com.au by Tuesday morning at 9am.

Presidents Report

On Sunday we hosted Boomers in a shortened program. With many of our regular volunteers missing due to representative commitments. Id like to thank those that stepped up to fill in the gaps, particularly our 0’35s who really are the backbone of our club.
After the Easter break, our Miniroos will be back for one more training session before commencing regular Saturday competition on the 30th of April.
We will again enter a record amount of 20+ Miniroos teams in this years competition. With this huge commitment comes a need for volunteers.
All of our playing groups require a few parents to put their hands up to take their kids teams on Saturday game day. It’s a pretty simple task of encouraging the players and making a few substitutes during the games. All the other coaching is done by our coaching staff on Tuesdays. Please contact Loz or Aido if you can give us a hand.

There are no games this weekend, the following Sunday the club travels to Myrtleford to take on the Savoys.
Have a great Easter, and keep safe.

50 year anniversary
We are currently looking forward to our 50 year celebrations in 2023.
To make these celebrations the best they can be, we are asking for volunteers to offer their time to help organise our major social event and also all the other parts of the celebration.
If you have been around the club for weeks, months or years, we would love to hear from you with your ideas. info@alburyhotspurs.com.au

#GoSpurs

Brad Howard
President
Albury Hotspurs

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Trivia Night – Tickets/RSVP: 10:00 PM Sunday 19th June

When: Friday 24 th June 2022
Where: Commercial Club ALbury
Time: 6:30pm start
Cost:

• $25 Adults 19 years and over
• $15 Youths 16-18 years

RSVP: 10:00 PM Sunday 19th June

Tables of 8-10 people
Book your tickets, Login or go direct to event page

Great prizes. Finger food provided. Drinks at bar prices.

*Donation of Prizes required thank you – can be left at canteen on match/training times.

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All Abilities

11am to 12pm Sunday’s at Lambert Park. March 27, April 3, 10, May 1, 22, June 19, 26, July 24, 31, August 7.

More information and registration link can be found here.

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Miniroos

No training during the NSW Easter School Holidays.

However, please return last years Miniroos shirts down at the ground between 4:30 and 6pm on Tuesday 12 April.
If you are unable to return your shirt, please text Brad on 0413 994 177, Player Name, Shirt Label Size, Shirt Colour. (Bill Smith, K8, Gold)
We are entering a record number of teams and need to allocate.
Teams released over Easter from “Registered Players List”.
If your child is not registered, they wont have a team.
Kids will also no longer be able to train until registered!

Training to resume 5-6pm Tuesday 26 April.
Saturday Game to commence 30 April.

U11 will be competitive, and players will be put into SportsTG and draw completed. Team-sheets can be brought on a weekend.

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Fixtures Results Ladders

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SEASON 2022>Fixtures Results Ladders>Hotspurs Only or All AWFA
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Hotspurs v Myrtleford at Savoy Park Myrtleford, Sunday 24 April

Ground 1	Team
8:30:00 AM	16 Boys
9:50:00 AM	Div.3 Men
11:20:00 AM	Div.1 Women
1:10:00 PM	Div.2 Men
3:00:00 PM	Div.1 Men
Ground 2	Team
8:30:00 AM	17 Girls
9:55:00 AM	12 Boys
10:55:00 AM	13 Boys
12:10:00 AM	Over 35s
2:20:00 PM	14 Girls
10:55:00 AM	12 Girls v Wangaratta at Melrose Park

BYES
14 Boys, Div.2 Women

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Club Short

Thanks to Club Short sponsors, Beyond Bank Australia and Bonetti’s Pizza & pasta. New players to the club receive one pair free.
Anyone previously recieved a pair and have lost or required another pair, cost is $25 each.
Club shorts availble from canteen or contact your coach
#GoSpurs

These are Game Day Shorts, not training shorts!

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Club Shop

Closed for maintenance. Go to the shop!

Limited Stock

Fleece Hoodie $35
Jackets $35
Polo shirts $30
WOW Caps $15
Neck Ties $25
Scarves $20
SPURS pom pom Beanie $20

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Match Reports

Div.1 Men

It was a hard day for the team on Sunday. We played some good football for a large part of the first half but conceded two goals late to undo our work and enter half time 0-3. The second half proved to be the better one for Boomers as we couldn’t find our groove or a way to stop their forwards. This loss has us down to 8th position and we make the trip up to the mountains in a couple of weeks to take on the 7th placed Myrtleford.

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Div.2 Men v Boomers Won 2-0

In almost perfect conditions for football the Div 2 men put on a football clinic. From the start the boys played delightful free flowing football passing the ball freely around the park. After many chances at goal we finally broke the deadlock with a neat finish from a corner by big Neil. We continued to pepper the Boomers goal and eventually got the second goal with Patrick finishing a well worked move. In the second half again we attacked freely but could not find a third goal. We hit the crossbar 247 times (i think) Big thank you to Janvier for playing in nets and to Jee who sat out with some senior players coming back through the reserves.

Women Div.2 v Boomers Won 4-1

It was a bitter sweet day for the Hotspurs ladies as the team farewelled a stalwart Hotspurs player in Grace Corrigan with a convincing 4-1 win over Boomers. Little was known about the Boomer team as they are not competing in Div 1 this year. The game began well with Ciara Dahl and Ingrid Favero controlling the back line and not allowing Boomers to penetrate into the penalty area. Christie was aware of the only tactic Boomers had (a long ball for their forwards to use their speed) and moved decisively to intercept this tactic. Taylor Furze and Isabel Robertson maintained good shape out wide and connected well with Isla Smith, Keely Halloway and Gabby Grant in the middle. The 4-3-3 structure created numerous opportunities for Grace and Alice to cross the ball into the penalty area. Hotspurs were rewarded for their tenacious efforts in attack with Grace “chaperoning” the first goal into the oppositions net. Boomers were able to score against the run of play but Hotspurs went into half time with a 2-1 lead after a goal by Alice McIntosh. At halftime Christie Ward ran out onto the pitch as the number 9 and Shanaya Quinn became goal keeper. Shanaya made a number of excellent saves to deny Boomers an increase to their tally. Grace again appears on the score sheet finishing an excellent build up to end her season with a Brace. The final score was 4-1 with Christie also registering a goal but Hotspurs could have increased their tally with a few more shots on goal. Well done to Yvonne Lingua and Hayley Coulter who injected much needed energy during a hot and humid Sunday morning. Farewell Grace from all of the team and wider Hotspurs family, we hope to see you return in the near future.

Over 35s v Boomers Lost 2-3

The Boomers new look side was tall and athletic, giving us plenty of issues at the back with their speed on counter attacks. Our carelessness with the ball was all the difference between the two teams and the score line. Kinno was our main attacking threat pushing forward from midfield, scoring our first and setting up The Fox to score our second. Eddy was excellent in goals, even after a small spell in the second half after receiving some friendly fire from Loz’s shin into to his nose. Harro, Powelly and Mickett also had good games and worked tirelessly in the midfield.

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12 Boys v Boomers Lost 1-3

A great day for football with the sun shining and grass still dewy. The boys still working out the small pitch and were slow to get into the flow of the game. We paid for this giving up 2 early ‘soft goals’. However we gradually got into the game and this showed with some well worked chances. Mason just missing over the bar and forcing a good save from the keeper. Then we went went down another goal just before the break, which was against the run of play. The second half was definitely Spurs and our hard work paid off with a great goal from Fletcher. A couple of other close misses proved our down fall. Despite a moral victory in the second half, we paid for a slow start! Still lots of work to do but some great signs! Go Spursies!

12 Girls v Boomers Won 10-2

The girls welcomed Boomers to fortress Lambert on Sunday. This week the girls focus was to pressure the ball as soon as there was a turnover. The girls worked hard to ensure the Boomer girls never had time to settle on the ball. Sophie, fresh off the early morning start setting up the grounds, was on fire, opening the scoring after 4 minutes, she soon doubled the advantage and later in the day completed her hat trick and cleared a ball off the line. Well done Soph! Other scorers for the day were Muireann with 4, Isla H, Emma H and Lily B. Well done to the Boomers girls who are getting better each time we play them. Our next game is a top of the table clash against Wangaratta at Melrose park with both sides unbeaten it will make for a close game.

Thank you to all the parents who helped out during the day with our duty and a big thank you to our over 35s team, 13 boys parents and the usual suspects who lent a hand during the day. It is much appreciated.
Go Spurs

Under 9 Boys Lightning Cup Canberra

We took a team of under 9 boys to Canberra to take part in the Lightning Cup. Dubbed the Hill Rats, the team comprises mostly of “younger siblings” of current Sunday team players.
The boys played 5 games on Saturday against Canberra based NPL sides. We went to the tournament hoping to hold our own against these sides with no expectations of going very well.
In the first game we played Western Molongolo, in a tight game we came away with a win with goals from Jazzy, Koen , Rorza and Nash.
In Our second game we played Gungahlin United, we lost this game 5-3 and this was most definitely the game that got away. We had 20 shots on target to their 6 but somehow managed to lose the game.
In our third and forth game we beat Woden and the Bullants quite comfortably with goals shared by the whole team, the highlight being a goal from Micale which was well deserved after all of his efforts for the day.
This set us up for a play off with Gungahlin United Academy for the runner up spot. Our boys saved the best until last and played terrific football with Ryan and Max H starring in defence and Max F bossing midfield on one leg. We ran out comfortable winners ensuring we came home as Runners up…
What an amazing effort from a group of country boys to play against NPL academies and be so successful. We look forward to going back again next year and trying to find more opportunities for this talented group of boys.

Go Spurs

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Match reports and newsletter information

Please email all match reports, photos and Hotspurs news to info@alburyhotspurs.com.au by Tuesday morning at 9am.