WSL2: Yarra Stir Up The Competition
For the latest match report by Sarah Knights, see here…
Goalie training for juniors: Tues 29 May
Yarra is hosting a special goalie training night on Tues 29 May. From 5:30-7pm, we are lucky to have Dave McPherson, a goal keeper who has represented Australia, coming to share some tips with our junior players. Tom Cole who has been regularly coaching our goalies will also join with Dave on the night.
All current goalies and any other players interested in learning more about goal keeping are encouraged to attend this special event. Please let your manager/age co-ordinator know if you will be attending.
Community promotion from Foodworks, E.Ivanhoe
Shopping at Foodworks, E. Ivanhoe can benefit Yarra by contributing points to club resources. See more…
North West Tigers – Congratulations
Congratulations to all YVHC Juniors who were selected in the North West Tigers teams to play in the GJ Gardner homes State championships.
U13 Boys: Samuel Down, Aidan Filshie, Jonah Meaden, Cameron Rutley, Nick Vines, Lachlan Watson
U13 Girls: Maddie Carman, Katrina Filshie, Claire Gay, Michaela Lattanzio-Barns, Mollie McKenzie, Laura Tolan
U15 Boys: Mitchell Whinnen, Matthew Thomas
U15 Girls: Emily Bannan, Olivia Bell, Abbey Vines, Kate McKenzie
U17 Boys: Kiran Arunasalam, Luke Burnett, Sam Cosgrave, Tim Fidler, Xavier Madden, Matt Meaden, Zac Meaden, Elliott Whinnen
Well done also to other Yarra players who tried out but were not selected.
WSL2: Yarra Make Light Work Of Westvic
With the pitch resembling a swimming pool more than a hockey pitch, the women’s firsts were perplexed as to whether snorkels would be an appropriate accessory for the match ahead. Despite the conditions, the girls took to the pitch with a positive outlook on an otherwise miserable Sunday afternoon.
Perhaps a little more conditioned to the testing winter conditions, the girls from cold old Ballarat started with gusto, rattling Yarra somewhat. But after a bit of adaptation to the style of hockey Westvic were playing, Yarra found their stride and started putting the ball where it belongs, in the back of the net!
In a match which was ultimately a battle between brain and brawn, Yarra prevailed by out-witting the opposition with smart play and persistence.
Final score: 5 – 1 in favour of Yarra.
A strong showing for the start of the season has seen Yarra move into fourth place on the ladder. They are on equal points with both Powerhouse (3rd) and Southern (5th) with goal difference separating the three. Next match is against Powerhouse and will be an important game that will separate this cluster of teams.
Go Yarra!
Yabby Yarn
Read the April Yabby Yarn with all the latest info from the club.
Uniform Store
Uniforms will be available at the Club for sale this Tuesday (6pm to 7pm), Wednesday (6pm to 7.30pm) and Thursday (6.30pm to 7.30pm).
See the Uniform Order form for pricing information. (Cash or Cheque is preferred.)
Women’s Selection Day – this Saturday 31 March
There will be a Women’s Selection Day this Saturday 31 March at Yarra, as follows:
1.) 11am – Selected SL2/PenB team against PEGS. Please arrive by 10.30am and wear Yarra uniform. Team will be emailed on Thursday night.
2.) 12.30pm – Intra-Club match for all remaining players – including all Metro teams. PLease arrive before 12pm and bring a Yarra and white shirt.
BHA Hook in 2 Hockey Carnival, 24 March
Available: Teams and fixtures for the Banyule Hockey Association Hook in 2 Hockey Carnival participants.
The Carnival is being held 24 March 2012 at the Yarra grounds, and promises to be lots of fun for our up-and-coming hockey players.
Working Bee – Saturday 17 March
Thanks to all the Yarra players and parents who came and helped at the working bee. Although there were many jobs to tackle, your generous contributions and efforts made our club rooms and ground a better place to be.
A great start to the year.
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