Player of the Week
Div 1
Name: R. Galder
Club: Bayview FC
Position: DL/DML
Age: 33
A veteran who is making his top flight debut this season with newly promoted Bayview FC. Formidable in both defence and attack 'Dick' has taken out player of the year awards in division 3 and 4. As he moves towards the later end of his career Bayview will miss this stalwart. Its the consistency in dicks' form that Bayview can highlight as a driver for A-league glory.
After saving a women during an off season Manly to Bondi kayak race near the Sydney heads. The locals at manly have come to know them as 'dickheads'. In reference to Richie. Such is his respect and importance to Bayview FC that all the home fans bow to 'Dick'!
D Mac
DIV 2
Name: F. Dawson
Club: DynoTiger FC
Position: DMC/DMR
Age: 26
Group 2.1
Frank is the new recruit at the improving DynoTiger FC. After a $55 million transfer from the struggling 4th division side Rosemeadow Utd, it looks the season for Frank to play fulltime football again. Out of favour at his old club Frank seems the right fit for the fairly weak Dyno midfield. With only a few games under his belt questions remain around this players form.
Its questions Frank can answer. A successful appearance on revamped TV show 'Temptation' during a more than quiet football career two seasons ago, Frank showed the nation he's still got an edge. None doubt his brains, only the intelligence of the DynoTiger management that has everyone talking about this questionable purchase.
Thanks go to Zedarba for the article
Archives
PAST Player's of the week
by Zedabra
DIV 1
Name: N. "The Prodigy" Vosti
Position: DMC
Age: 19
Club: Collingwood FC
A true young star. 'The Prodigy' has developed immensely over this season. Debate arose as to the possible replacement for Richie Pell in the national team. It seems Nick as stepped above all the other candidates. With a NT call up this season.
At league level Vosti has shown his value with a solid game in the 3-2 away win at AC NewAge, a MoM performance in round 10 against GTU and the winner in a 1-0 defeat over Brisbane city Devils.
After sever bouts of ingrown toe nails as a junior, Nick has pressed passed the health scare that allmost resulted in his toes being amputated. He now stands as one of the next big things in Australian TM football. Lets see if he really is a prodigious talent.
D Mac
Name: C. Abdullah
Club: Kuumonica
Posiiton: DL
Age: 21
Now in his fifth season at Kuumonica (WWFC) Caleb has proven himself as a valuable youth talent. In his second season as a full time starting player, he is showing versatility by playing further up the field than Kuumonicas defensive line. A natural on the left hand side, solid games against GTU and the first match of the season at home against Dogukan have added to this players reputation.
Unqualified reports about associations on the business side of the club have followed Caleb through his carrer. Questionable business ties relating to his uncle Abdullah Abdullah have been linked to John Khoos' reaquisition of the club. The close relationship of Caleb and Khoo have reports suggesting Caleb urged his uncle to assist in backing the resurgence of Khoo, at the demise of former manager Peter Sumich.
Caleb as shrugged aside these questions and shown himself to be a very competent player. All Kuumonica fans will be hoping this player can help prevent the team from relegation.
Name: Daniel Rowe
Club: Dangerous Alliance
Position: DC
Age: 29
After a move from now dissolved Urban FC Daniel has really shown his worth. A $100 million transfer deal in an attempt to save the now dissolved Urban FC from financial crisis, led the 29 year old to one of this countries most awarded clubs. A solid first season has been backed up by a steady start to Daniels second season at DA.
After commencing on the bench Daniel is now a centrepiece of the Alliance defence. Solid matches against Green Tea United and AC New Age led to his recent man of the match performance in the old derby.
Arguably a career best showing helped DA defeat Alcoholics 3-2 at home.
Its a game that should silence the critics after the allegations thrown at Daniel by some parts of the media prior to his transfer. With video evidence inconclusive, the issue with a Garuda airline hostess has now been put behind him after police dropped charges this month.
A class player at the peak of his football career.
D Mac
DIV 2
Name: B. Todd
Position: GK
Age: 20
Club: Watson's Stingrays
Group: 2.3
Strong in all the skills required for a goalkeeper, Brian continues a long list of solid Australian keepers. Its this all aroud strength that has driven the Stingrays push for Australian Cup glory.
In group 2.3 Todd has provided some sound performances in a underachieving year for the club. Clean sheets in a 4-0 win over BH-Fanaticos and the 3-0 drubbing away at FC Brisbane Strikers show hiss growing quality.
Its musical talents away from football that hold Brians interest. A staring role in his high school musical nearly took Brian away from the game. Local rave reviews for the take off of the simpsons; Rod and Todd do Rome. Watsons hope the can keep singing his praises.
D Mac
Name: M. Goss
Club: Zedarba
Postion: OML/FC
Age: 36
Group: 2.2
Martin has had a steller finish to his career. After a $29 million transfer from Baracuda three seasons ago he has proven he is a truely capable striker. 14 goals in his A-league season debut, the goals have continued to come. A total of 39 goals in 101 games for Zedarba have this player gaining accolades in his twighlight. He remains in the race for the golden boot award this season in group 2. And is essential in Zedarbas push for promotion.
Outside of football it is his possible nomination for father of the year that have given Martin focus for his life after football. Six children under ten years of age keep this quality stiker on his toes.
Name: Peter Renton
Club: The Unleashed
Position: FC / OMC
Age: 29
Group: 2.1
One of the most consistent scorers in Australian League football, Peter is not shy of talent. A veteran of over 250 games he is now a shadow of the youth that began with The Unleashed. After taking the Golden boot award in season 11, Peter is continuing this form and is positioned near the top of the goalscoring table.
Schooled in Singapore at an American school, this son of an Australian army major always has his finger on the trigger. Combine this with the finesse that Peter shows in his other passion in life, French pastry rolling. Opponents keep watch; this star will continue to unleash his bullets!
D Mac
DIV 3
Name: N. Braun
Club: Carlsbergshire County
Position: MR
Age: 28
Group: 3.5
A strong performing midfielder, Norbert has been a class player since begining league football two seasons ago. Classy games against The Cheez and Busting Broncos where he suffered an injury keep the competitors on note this season. As his club looks to further promotion this player is a stronghold in the countys effective midfield.
Its a long way from his origins, a naturalised Australian Norbert came from Sweeden with his mother. She fell in love with Australia while backpacking around the fruit orchards of North Coast NSW with Norbert aged 4. She chose to stay in the country and soon after Norbert began showing his football talent kicking oranges around the trees as his mother worked.
Keep an eye out for this player as the County moves through the divisions.
Name: Brian Matera
Club: Albury United
Position: DMC/MC
Age: 28
Group: 3.2
An Albury junior, Brian has had an outstanding career. Player of the year in group 3.2 last season, he has continued the form that won him the award. Early season man of the match performances have helped Albury United stay clear of the relegation zone.
Its Brians' similarity with infamous AFL player Ben Cousins that has detracted from his onfield performances. A string of on again, off again relationships with daughters of underworld
family figures have club management on their toes. Most prominently his association with Kira Trimboli had Brian making news for all the wrong reasons. An outstanding player on his day if Albury United management can keep their key man focused on the right hole.
D Mac
DIV 4
Name: T. Baldwin
Club: zerocool fc
Position: MC
Age: 29
Group: 4.2
Tommy has established himself as an assist specialist this season. Its this style of play from the central midfielder that have zerocool at the top of their group. A standout game against annerly has defined this player and the club.
Quiet off the pitch, not much is known about this church going star. In his one short interview Tommy blessed his faith in God as the driving force behind his football. zerocool fans will be praying his form continues into the future.
Name: David Kerr
Club: ACT
Position: DR
Age: 24
At upcoming club ACT Daniel has served his manager well. A natural defensive player he has managed to perform at the attacking end of the pitch. A great game as a substitute striker this season allowed Daniel to show his versatility. While not a permanent first XI player he has proved his worth to ACT as a utility.
As a high profile member of the young liberals Daniel is well known around our nations capital. With a mixed reputation, he is a popular individual in some circles, not least the football arena. As ACT bid for higher levels in Australian football this players experience to meld between roles is invaluable. Watch the young ladies show their support for this head of state.
D Mac