April 9th 2008

Hello Blues Supporters,

It was a huge week for the Sturt Football Club, coming off a great win in round 1 against Norwood, the boys had to again back up the win with another strong performance against the best side for the last decade, Central.

The ball was bounced and it was game on.  The first half saw a lot of pressure from both sides, with skill errors and lots of undisciplined free kicks.  We went into the first half 14 points up, with neither side being able to make a clean break. 

At half time the boys rallied, and we new we had the fitness and structure to break the game open in the second half.

The second half saw the boys kick away to a convincing lead, only to have a lapse in concentration, and let Central back into the game.  To the boys credit we were able to lift our intensity and work rate, to see us kick the last 4 goals and finish off the game 44 point victors. 

After the game the boys were congratulated on a great win, however we realise we have to keep working hard on and off the track to be a consistent performer in the competition.

Special mentions go to Adam Thomson for another strong performance in the midfield and up forward.  Andrew Whiteman was amazing with his strength at the ball and I’m just glad he’s on our side.  Herring, Perrie and Chambers were great up forward with their pressure.  Deluca and Feast were able to give the midfielders first use of the ball, while Nick Wark and James McLeay held things together down back.  I still can’t believe these boys are 18 and 21.

Also congratulation to 'chicken' Patty Fittock for his first win with the club.

GREAT TEAM EFFORT

GO THE BLUES!  

Jade Sheedy

April 3rd 2008

Hello Blues Supporters,

What a great night it was at the Parade for our Round 1 clash with Norwood. After coming off some good trial match form against the Eagles, Centrals and Glenelg the boys were ready for the real stuff. Norwood had a lot of new recruits so we didn’t really know what to expect. We certainly got out of the blocks early kicking 3 goals in the first 5 minutes but Norwood fought back to kick three late goals. The second quarter was also a bit of an arm wrestle but we could feel like we were getting on top with our relentless pressure at their ball carriers. In the second half we were able to maintain that intensity as we kicked 7 goals to nothing for a final winning margin of 60 points.

It certainly was a great team effort with players from all areas of the ground working really hard for each other. It was great to see the forwards not only providing space for each other when we had the ball but what was more pleasing to Rick was their pressure on the opposition when they had the ball. The rucks and midfielders also controlled a lot of stoppages and after quarter time the backs gave the opponents nothing whilst providing great run and support.

Specials mentions must go to the big Sarge Perrie for his 6 on debut, Craig Evans, Adam Thomson and Jade Sheedy for the great work on ball, Nick Wark and Andrew Whiteman for their strength in defence and Charlie Sharples for his numerous efforts in chasing down the opposition as well as showing off his silky skills. Also, congratulations must go to Jimmy ‘egg’ Plant, Scooter McGlone and Sarge Perrie for not only making their debut but for their great contribution to the end result.

We thank you for the on going support and we look forward to seeing you all at House Bros oval on Saturday as we take on Centrals in what shapes up to be a great game.

Go the Blues.