Team Review: Ztec 8cers

Ztec 8cers

Final standing: 1st/6
Goals scored: 53
Goals conceded: 7
League Form: WDWWW

Biggest win: 20-1 against Dalat Eagles
Biggest loses: NA
Highest scoring match: 20-1 against Dalat Eagles

Top scorer: Chiam Ter Min - 12 goals
Top assist: Chiam Ter Min - 10 assists

Point leaders:
1. Chiam Ter Min - 22 points (12+10)
2. Loh Jo-Wyee - 13 points (10+3)
3. Oliver Cedric - 12 points (11-1)


Best player:
To name Ter Min as the Best Player for Ztec 8cers isn't something unexpected. Topping the point chart with 22 points certainly speaks volume. However, it was the consistency of his performance that stands him out amidst the crowded team of star players.

Jeremy came close with a shout but Ter Min got the final nod due to his all round display. Offence or defence, the lad is deadly all over the court. Not only does he have a keen eye on goal, his much improved vision allows him to release his team mates into goal scoring opportunities, making him even harder to contain.


Borak says:
The Champions of PFL '09! Who don't expect them to grab that Gold medal? Even from the beginning, most teams trembled when they hear the name Ztec. With players that they have, it is obviously a threat to all teams who are aiming for the jackpot.

They came in strong crushing their opponents without mercy except for the Mighty Spartans who managed the grab a point and almost a win. Winning the first game against team Contact ('08 Champions) which such a margin has definitely boost their confidence and team spirit which carries through the end of the league.

With their solid team play and technique superiority, they entertained all present with exciting play ups and creative free hits which sometimes makes their opponents look silly. Its hard to play against a team who moves the ball so smoothly and accurately.

However, with the amount of quality and talent they have at disposal, there are times they lack the spark and creativity to open up stubborn defences. This happens especially when they are too eager to attack, the forwards tend to wander too far high and lack mobility rendering the defenders no options to pass to. At the same time, it leaves a huge gap in the centre leading to dangerous counter-attacks by the opponent.

Overall, they were the most entertaining, most threatening, most unwelcome-by-goalies and most consistent throughout the league, and deserving crowned Champions of Penang Floorball League Division 1 2009.

Team Review: Frontliners Spartans

Frontliners Spartans

Final standing: 2nd/6
Goals scored: 21
Goals conceded: 18
League form: WDWWL

Biggest win: 8-3 against Dalat Eagles
Biggest loses: 2-6 against Contact FireAnts
Highest scoring match: 8-3 against Dalat Eagles

Top scorer: Lee Su Rong - 6 goals
Top assist: Khor Kuan Yang/ Nicholas Teoh - 3 assists

Point leaders:
1. Lee Su Rong - 6 points (6+0)
2. Khor Kuan Yang (2+3);
Nicholas Teoh (2+3);
Kenny Ng (4+1) - 5 points

Best player:
It was so much of a team effort that it’s almost impossible to decide. For each match, different players stepped up, and for each match, different players fumbled. But a decisions have to be made, so at the end of it all, the Best Player goes to Kuan Yang.

In a team that was up one moment and down the next, Kuan Yang stayed steady throughout. It was consistent play in and out from him; something badly needed by this inconsistent team. He had vision, he had strength in tackles, and he still had a mean shot. It was his defensive nous and sacrifice that gave others like Kenny, Nick and Su Rong the chance to bombard forward and win matches.


Borak says:
Brilliant one half, anonymous the next… or is it the other way around?
Anything goes.
Spartans were the masters of the hit-and-run game this year; at least until suffering a major taste of their own medicine in the game against UniHawks.

If driving was an analogy for Division 1 this year, then Spartans would be the drivers who drove at breakneck speed, did death-defying stunts then slammed on the brakes just hard enough to avoid falling over the cliff to a fiery end.

Theirs was hardly a version of joga bonito, but it didn’t matter how they won, any three points gained were gladly welcomed.

It must also be said that the fixtures played a good part in Spartans’ fairytale. They were blessed by good fortune that Ztec were not at full strength, that Innebandy took long enough to get started, and that UniHawks ran out of steam; but it must be said that fortune favours the brave. No one could have seen Spartans achieving silver this year, and no one can possibly see what the see-saw Spartans come up with next year.

Team Review: Innebandy!Co.

Innebandy!Co.

Final standing: 3rd/6
Goals scored: 31
Goals conceded: 11
League form: WWLLW

Biggest win: 11-0 against Dalat Eagles
Biggest loses: 2-5 against Ztec 8cers
Highest scoring match: 11-0 against Dalat Eagles

Top scorer: Deswyn Wan - 1o goals
Top assist: Deswyn Wan - 5 assists

Point leaders:
1. Deswyn Wan - 15 points (10+5)
2. Sam Teoh - 8 points (4+4)
3. Valarie Tan - 5 points (4+1)


Best player:
Sam Teoh, a wise cracking player who is flexible in playing in almost any position, except for goalkeeping of course. One of the senior players who recovered from a bad knee injury. That did not stop him from picking himself up and coming back into the game with a good form.

With the lack of experienced defenders for Innebandy, it is the best decision to place Sam at the fort of the team. And of course he did his job well in minimizing the goal deficits and contributing the balls to the forwards. He is also one of the few defenders who earns 8 points placing him in the top ten spot of the score chart.

He's a defender, a forward, the brainchild behind the club, the coach, the one who assists and the one who scores. He is a multi-purpose guy who deserves to be called 'best player.'

Borak says:
3rd place does seemed to be too bad, for most. But not for Innebandy, who has always been on the top in the past. What went wrong?

Innebandy has always and still is relying on their old guards. They were unstoppable in those days. They still are, but circumstances have changed. The court is bigger, meaning they would not be able to sustain consistent performance for a full match, and with the playing field being levelled out each year, the gap between teams is closing in inch by inch each year where once upon a time, it seemed like a gap that could not be bridged. Well, not any more.

The team's overall experience certainly surpassed most, but the youngsters' lack of experience in actual game play (positioning and anticipation) proved to be a major weak link, hence, they were unable to compete with faster, aggressive teams. In the end, it was the usual suspects that reluctantly run the show. Deswyn often finds his passing options limited, while Sam desperately holds the defence together and like Deswyn, have no one to pass to but amongst themselves, which explains the high percentage of goals scored and assisted between the two.

On the bright side, the team boast quite a number of potential stars all around, such as Rooban and Win Shern in defence. Although technically adequate, they still needs polishing in terms of aggression and positioning. Young kids like Darien and Jason Chew too, caught the eye with their impressive display of technique and skill considering their age. When all these "Work-in-progress" become complete, do not be surprise if you find them back on top. Definitely a force to be reckon with in the near future.

Team Review:Contact FireAnts

Contact FireAnts.

Final standing: 4th/6
Goals scored: 26
Goals conceded: 17
League form: LLWWW

Biggest win: 12-0 against Minden UniHawks
Biggest loses: 0-7 against Ztec 8cers
Highest scoring match: 12-0 against Minden Unihawks

Top scorer: Bryan Looi - 12 goals
Top assist: Bryan Looi - 7 assists

Point leaders:
1. Bryan Looi - 19 points (12+7)
2. Edward Lim - 10 points (4+6)
3. Nicholas Yeoh - 8 points (5+3)


Best player:
It was a choice between the master(Edward Lim) and the disciple(Bryan Looi). Both equal deadly but deadliest when combine. But to pick one, Borak when for the one with more potential and more flair of the two, Bryan Looi.

He was easily Contact FireAnts' most outstanding player throughout the league and was in the class of his own. First an unnoticed charge down the channels to receive a pass; then going inward pass his maker with his a piece for brilliant ball control and finally sealing the move with a shot which often lands inside the net. How often have the opponents see that trademark move and yet unable to stop him? Finishing 2nd in the point chart with 12 goals and 7 assist and landing himself a slot in the All Star team is just shows how good the boy is. And the best is yet to come from the teenager, every season his going to get stronger and better, bad news for the rest, good news for Malaysia Floorball. Bet the National Coach can wait for him to come of age!


Borak says:
It was never easy to defend a title in to start with. Contact FireAnts getting off with to a slow start again certainly didn't help, especially when the first two fixtures was against Ztec 8cers and Innebandy!Co..

The two losts really dim their hopes in retaining the title but as they picked themselves up with their own brand of floorball. Plenty of great movement from the forwards and good play ups caused tonnes of problems for their next three opponents which none survived, most notable victim: eventual runners-up, Spartans.

With the gain of maximum points of 6 saw them levelled with Innebandy!Co., but the earlier defeat against meant that they will end up empty handed this season.

Team Review: Dalat Eagles

Dalat Eagles.

Final standing: 5th/6
Goals scored: 11
Goals conceded: 44
League form: LWLLL

Biggest win: 5-0 against Minden UniHawks
Biggest loses: 1-20 against Ztec 8cers
Highest scoring match: 1-20 against Ztec 8cers

Top scorer: Norman Arno Kiehl - 4 goals
Top assist: Jason Mark Selvanayagam/ Robert Nollen/Brian Richard Merusi - 1 assists

Point leaders:
1. Norman Arno Kiehl - 4 points (4+0)
2. Jason Mark Selvanayagam - 3 points (2+1)
3. Robert Thorne (2+0);
Robert Nollen (1+1) - 2 points


Best player:
Being one of the very few players with experience of the team, Edwin Ooi was easily one of the better performer. In front of a near non-existence defences, the goalie was arguably one of the two busier players in the league(the other beeing Minden's goalie) Time and again, he was called upon and performed unconventional-football-like style acrobatic saves.

Any decent goalie would have shake their heads, but it matter not, as long as the objective of keeping the ball out is acheive, who cares. In fact, Edwin, often beeming with confidence and drive, constantly barking at his defender, and doing his best to get the job done earn him a few votes as a contender for the All Star.


Borak says:
Dalat Eagles did pretty well considering that majority of their players are new to the game. And they even pulled off a surprised victory by beating a more experience Minden UniHawks with a convincing 5 goal margin, keeping their Division 1 hopes alive.

It was a pity they were unable to field their strongest side in Div 1 this year as it clashes with Dalat's summer break, but if the trend of the floorball schedule continues, do not be surprised to see a completely different line up in Division 1 next season. Their unpredictably might not work twice.

Team Review: Minden UniHawks

Minden UniHawks

Final standing: 6th/6
Goals scored: 5
Goals conceded: 50
League form: LLLLL

Biggest win: NA
Biggest loses: 1-18 against Ztec 8cers
Highest scoring match: 1-18 against Ztec 8cers

Top scorer: Sarah Ng/ Rishvan Sasidaran - 2 goals
Top assist: Christopher Koh - 2 assist

Point leaders:
1. Sarah Ng - 3 points (2+1)
2. Rishavan Sasidaran (2+0)
Christopher Koh (1+1) - 2 points


Best player:

Against big giants, Sarah Ng stood out. Against bigger giants, Chris Koh stood out. Neither of them deserved not to be named best player—not these two pillars of UniHawks’ team. Yet it must be said that when it mattered most, against the giants—Chris was the one who shone brighter.

Give Sarah the ball and she can do wonderful things with it, blindfolded. But Chris, with or without the ball, makes his presence felt.

Technically, he was as good as anyone could be. Physically too, Chris was right up there with the best. With better teammates, he could have led the team much further — but UniHawks is where his heart is. Look forward to a better, meaner Chris Koh next year.

Borak says:
Perhaps UniHawks’ last game against Ztec 8cers was a fitting end that summed up their campaign this year. Packed defensively — always playing with no less than three in their own half; a single hustler up front — most of the time chasing shadows. But somehow still have the knack of stinging you from behind if you drop your guard.
Weak?

No way. Their match against Spartans proved anything but weak.
UniHawks just missed that one jigsaw piece that would complement the dynamic duo of Chris and Sarah. These two are creators and playmakers, who would rather create an opening and watch another slam it in than to ram their way in and win the glory.
UniHawks lacked a finisher. Nonetheless, great spirit from this team, as always!

Team Review: Ztec Phoenix

Ztec Phoenix

Final standing: 1st/6
Goals scored: 23
Goals conceded: 6

Biggest win: 7-2 (v Contact Bullets)
Biggest loses: NA
Highest scoring match: 6-3 (v Firebrands)/ 7-2 (v Contact Bullets)

Total penalty minutes: 12 minutes
Most committed foul: Incorrect hit (4 minutes)

Top scorer: Adrian Koay (7 goals)
Top assist: Adrian Koay/ Calvindav/ Kelvin Tan/ Daniel (1 assist)

Point leaders:

1. Adrian Koay (7+1)
2. Samuel Ong (4+0)
Calvindav (3+1)

Penalty leaders:
1. Daniel (4 mins)
2. Calvindav/ Chern Hang/ Jack Lee/ Samuel Ong (2 mins)

Best player:
Adrian Koay.

The Ztec Phoenix captain led his troop well as they marched on undefeated throughout the division 2 league. He showed great consistency in all the 5 matches and played an instrumental role in both attack and defence. Like all centres, the distribution of the ball as well as controlling the game tempo are key attributes of winning a match. Adrian has these attributes, but still needs to further refine them by playing with better players and having more game time under his belt.

He showed great leadership to keep his team under control at all times. Ztec, known for their 'rough and tough' style, at times, seemed a little hot headed. However, Adrian managed to stand out and calm things down in situations like these. Adrian, physically strong, used this much to his advantage and for that, became the most consistent ball winner.

Inevitably, he was selected to be in the Division 2 All-Star team. Well, he deserved it.
He seemed to be on the right track as he is now training along with the State team. More opportunities for growth in this player. He is another player who just needs time to develop. When the fire catches in, there's no stopping him.
For now, it's to get that fire burning.

Borak says:
It was a very good campaign for Ztec Phoenix who came out of the league undefeated with 5 consecutive wins. They were truly a class above the rest as they cruised their way pass their opponents. Though there were times when they weren’t firing at all cylinders, yet somehow they still manage to get maximum points from these matches.

The strength of this Ztec side is in their players pace and strength. Yes, technically they are still very far from decent, but as predicted at the start of the Division 2 season the fastest team will win league. The players use their speed to great advantage as they are able to hit teams with very quick counter attacks.

However, their weakness would be their defending in front of their own goal. The defenders have a tendency to pass the ball carelessly in the danger zones where it matters most, which cause their side the unnecessary pressure. The match against Firebrands was one of the classic examples of woeful defending from the defenders conceding 3 goals from sloppy defending.

Nevertheless having said that, Ztec Phoenix has an experience goalie in goal who the team could count on to bail them out of trouble time after time keeping the opponents at bay. Yung Ming single handedly kept Dalat Falcons quiet with some magnificent saves. Though at time shows a certain lack of concentration, but all in all had a pretty good campaign in goal for Phoenix.

Indeed, they showed that they were the best side in the Division 2 this season and will be promoted to Division 1 next season. With that being said, there are still many things for the coaches of Ztec to work on as they will be finding life much harder going up to Division 1. We will see how much this side will improve in 2010, hopefully by being Division 2 champions this squad will be able to use this as their motivation and move on to greater things in the future.

Kudos Ztec Phoenix!

Team Review: Contact Bullets

Contact Bullets
Final standing: 2nd/6
Goals scored: 19
Goals conceded: 13

Biggest win: 8-0 (v Firebrands)
Biggest loses: 2-7 (v Ztec Phoenix)
Highest scoring match: 2-7 (v Ztec Phoenix)

Total penalty minutes: 18 minutes
Most committed foul: Incorrect distance (8 mins)

Top scorer: Ian Khor (5 goals)
Top assist: Sheryn Ng/ Hai Chin (2 assists)

Point leaders:
1. Ian Khor (5+1)
2. Sheryn Ng (2+2)
3. Isaac Ng (3+0)
Isaac Ang (2+1)
Hai Chin (1+2)

Penalty leaders:
1. Benjamin Lim (6 mins)
2. Ang Kim Beng (4 mins)
3. Don Shakir/ Ian Khor/ Isaac Ng/ Sheryn Ng (2 mins)

Best player:
Don Shakir

Don stood out for all the right reasons.
Small yet physically strong.
Young yet matured understanding of the game.
It's a refreshing sight to see young players rising up from such tender age. Don is definitely one of these young guns.

His composure is beyond his age for sure. He never seemed to panic when he's being pressured by opponents. The jitters never even came close to cause an itch on him. His understanding and vision for the game is another plus point. He always look out for his team mates; his sense of awareness is always intact. Placed as a defender, his positioning really isn't too bad at all. He seemed to make the right calls at the right time - backtrack when he was suppose to and commit when he was suppose to - an intuitive and natural defender.
 
Having all that qualities, it's safe to say that Don is a future floorballer, a true floorball player. Though it's obvious he looses out on in physique and technical skills, it's just something that requires him to be patient because sooner or later, he will get there. No doubt about that.

Throughout the league, he had been quite consistent with his style of play. In fact, he is one of the very few players in Contact Bullets to stay consistent throughout. Others seemed to have "mood swings". His partnership with another young gun, Lim Kai Sheng, seemed to be growing stronger after each game. Kai Sheng, who also shone occasionally, along with Don, could make out a formidable partnership in the defense of Contact Bullets.

Both are still young, which means they have more time and opportunity to pick up the pieces.

Borak says:
Contact Bullets was made up by a bunch of young guns who were well trained by the State/ National coach and with that, they were expected to mount serious challenge on the title, or at least get a medal.

They failed the to be the champ but did in the end, win the silver medal not after facing some fair share of roller coaster rides.

They started of with a signal of intent by thumping Firebrands. Bullets, like hot blade over butter, craved open the newbie's defences with their superior techniques and positioning, scoring 8 without reply.

When we thought they will be on the run, doing the same against a reshuffled 300, they slumped, into deep slumber. Not just bad finishing. they surrender the crucial centre to 300, crumbling in defeat.

Their third against the mighty Falcons, it was thought to be the nail in the coffin, sealing of the title race. Yet, who would have known that Falcons would concede a walkover, gifting Bullets the much needed lift.

They did suffered a worthy defeat against a much much superior opponent and to the eventual champions, Phoenix but bounced back with strong wits against Griffins, winning by a goal.

Bullets proved to be a team full of potential, but unlike others, they are well nurtured with the essence of floorball. It is fair to say that they were the only team that played real floorball. However, like all others, they too struggle to overcome the "inconsistency bug".

No rush though.
With time on their side, under professional guidance, it would be a matter of time before these young guns take shape into a mature team.
Keep it up!!!

Team Review: Dalat Falcons

Dalat Falcons
Final standing: 3rd/6
Goals scored: 24
Goals conceded: 14

Biggest win: 10-1 (v Firebrands)
Biggest loses: 0-5 (v Contact Bullets - walkover)
Highest scoring match: 10-1 (v Firebrands)

Total penalty minutes: 6 minutes
Most committed foul: Incorrect distances/ Lying play/ Header(2 minutes)

Top scorer: Drew Steiret (8 goals)
Top assist: Kerry Mahoney (4 assists)

Point leaders:
1. Drew Steiret (8+1)
2. Reagan Mahoney (5+0)
3. Kerry Mahoney (1+4)

Penalty leaders:
1. Drew Steiret/ Jason Kimball/ Kyle Ladner (2 mins)

Best player:
Kerry Mahoney was by far the best player for Dalat Falcons. With a new goalie in goal for Dalat Falcons, the defence had to be solid in order for them to be contenders for the Division 2 crown. And that was what they got with Kerry.

Kerry, who had ice hockey background, proved to be a force to be reckoned as he was outstanding in defence together with his defensive partner Brian. The veteran ‘twin towers’ strong physique were rarely challenge and proved to be a stumbling block for attackers. Though they lack in speed and often got outrun, they make it up with a good anticipation and positioning, limiting the damage.

Not only did Kerry contributed in defence, he was also hugely involved in the Falcons resurgence late in the league, chipping in goals and assist, making him the complete defender. Though age may be catching up, he doesn't seemed to be bothered about it. His continuous effort in each game to make good passes, good runs, good blocks and yes, even good shots made him a giant in Falcons' defensive line-up.

Deservingly, he won secured himself a position in the Division 2 All-Star team. Then again, it was already predicted and he was an obvious choice anyway. He definitely played a pivotal role in Dalat's outing this year.

The question however is, will we be seeing more of him next year? :)

Dalat will definitely be praying to heaven that he will.

Borak says:
Team Dalat 2009 was thought to be a super team like their previous campaign but when the team roster unveiled in their opening match, it proved other wise.

They still look strong with the likes of Drew and the Reagan brothers up front together with Kerry and Brian at the back, but the overall squad depth was lacking. The main concern was a new goalie between the post whose floorball experience was near non-existence, spelling trouble as goalies are always known to be the foundation of any good team.

They did started the season with a easy 7-2 win over Frontliners 300. But the conceding 2 goals was a sign of uneasiness behind. They were then beaten soundly by their rivals, and eventual champions Phoenix. The misfiring forwards proved to be their downfall as even Drew, their ultimate weapon was out of sorts.

Further misfortune struck as Falcons conceded a walkover against Bullets due to unavoidable school events, sinking them to the bottom 3, a rare sight. This was a big blow to Dalat Falcons as were favourites to beat Contact Bullets, influencing the rankings.

Falcons did however bounce back in their finally two matches, both in convincing fashion. Drew and co. somehow rediscovered their long lost scoring touch, banging in goals like rain drops. Falcons promising young star, Reagan joined in for the show as well, chipping in some.

To sum up Falcons campaign, they had actually quite a good team but somehow they failed to hit the stride early on and the inexperience goalie didn't help much either. Adding on the walkover, it was combination that spells disaster. However, they continued to fought hard in the latter periods and still managed to clinch 3rd on the final match day, showing great determination and spirit.

It was a mysterious roller coaster like campaign by the Falcons with unforeseen events, unpredictable team rosters and unexpected performance. Hopefully it will be smoother next time around.

Team Review: Frontliners 300

Frontliners 300
Final standing: 4th/6
Goals scored: 9
Goals conceded: 13

Biggest win: 3-0 (v Contact Bullets)
Biggest loses: 2-7 (v Dalat Falcons)
Highest scoring match: 2-7 (v Dalat Falcons)

Total penalty minutes: 18 minutes
Most committed foul: Incorrect distances (6 minutes)

Top scorer: Michael Cheah (7 goals)
Top assist: Julian Tan (3 assists)

Point leaders:
1. Michael Cheah (7+0)
2. Julian Tan (0+3)
3. Mekanath (2+0)

Penalty leaders:
1. June Kew (6 mins)
2. Roselyn Ewe (4 mins)
3. Julian Tan/ Mekanath/ Michael Cheah/ Tristan James (2 mins)

Best player:
Michael Cheah. The man who orchestrated 300's surprising surge in Div 2.

With less than a year of Floorball experience behind him, coming into the league, the boy has shown tremendous progress in the game. He possess decent ball control and a wicked drag shot for his age. He was supposed to be reserved as a 'secret weapon' for Frontliners' Div 1 campaign.

However, Coach Ming Hwee decided to include him in Div 2 and it changed the whole script of the league, almost landing them the jackpot.
Almost.

Although he still lacks in vision and distribution of the ball, Michael, who was mainly deployed as a centre, was up for the task and evidently, played an influential role in all 300's result.

Well, maybe it shocked the teams at first but as the league progressed, Michael lost much of his magic. His game was too predictable which saw him frequently neutralised by his opponents. Moreover, the burden as the team 'saviour' may have been too immense for a lad his age to handle.

Nevertheless, this is still his first outing, jitters are common. With more of nurturing, we might see another rising star.

Borak says:
The team was predicted to sink to the bottom, even below debutant Firebrands. Why? It was first thought that Firebrands' muscles will power through the girls and kids of 300's. Who would know that 300 have their own trick under their sleeves?

Introducing M2M - Mekanath and Michael.
The former had early first hand experience in last year's Div 1 and was Spartans' top scorer; while the latter was a newly discovered talent. For whatever reasons, Mekanath was demoted and Michael was included, it changed the whole playing field of Div 2.

300's backline was made up of newbie goalie Soon Khai. A promising beginner who at times was dead solid but also had his own fair share of madness, misfortune and mishaps.

The defenders on the other hand were all ladies, with Sonia Gopal and June Kew as regulars while Roselyn Ewe and Tania Loke standing in. The girls were pretty ok overall but struggle to contain stronger, tougher male counteparts.

With Michael leading the frontline as a center and his main forwards, Mekanath, Julian Tan and Tristan, 300 spring up one of the surprise of the league by beating contenders Bullets by 3-0 after an encourgaing performance against Falcons.

However, they failed to produced the same form was the next two games, narrowly beating Griffins by a goal and then needing a late equaliser to save the points against Firebrands.

The draw was costly as it virtually killed 300's medal hopes, needing them to beat already champions Phoenix, which they did not.

In the end, they had to settle for forth. Disappointing to lose out the medal but a good campaign for 300 nevertheless, it is still better than last.

Team Review: Ztec Griffins

Ztec Griffins
Final standing: 5th/6
Goals scored: 8
Goals conceded: 16

Biggest win: 2-1 (v Firebrands)
Biggest loses: 2-6 (v Dalat Falcons)
Highest scoring match: 2-6 (v Dalat Falcons)

Total penalty minutes: 18 minutes
Most committed foul: Incorrect hit/ Incorrect distances/ Lying play(4 minutes)

Top scorer: Amos Lim (4 goals)
Top assist: Amos Lim (2 assists)

Point leaders:
1. Amos Lim (4+2)
2. Brandon Pereira (1+1)
3. Daniel Boey (1+0)
Dominic Ewe (1+0)
Gim Hoong (1+0)
Yi Min (0+1)

Penalty leaders:
1. Gim Hoong (8 mins)
2. Amos Lim (4 mins)
Brandon Pereira (4 mins)

Best player:
A hero arise when trouble comes. Team Griffins was dealt with a blow when Leo Nard was away for holiday, but fear not. Amos is here to save the day! The lad knelt between the posts, gave a man of the match performance, only to be overwhelmed by a goal against 300.

However, the confidence seemed boosted by that game and his good form was brought out from the goal and on to the court. He played the rest of his game as if it were his last, running rampantly all around.

Against better opponents, it was mere waste of strength but against the others, it really caused a handful of problems. His sweat pouring effort was well rewarded with a hattrick against Bullets but still it was not enough to secure a win.

His reborn performance at the later stages of the campaign brought new life to Griffins, giving them a different edge and almost influencing their result.

In the end, heart and fitness was not enough to pull Griffins through, it still needed skills and technique to match it up. Much work awaits Amos before he can become a complete package. Recommended to start with stick handling.

Borak says:
Looking at their team roster, Griffins is part of the newbie teams of Div 2 together with 300 and Firebrands. A team with a balance blend of boys and girls.

The sole player with experience would be the goalie, Leo Nard. And like Firebrands, the core team are the tougher and fitter guys of the team. Gim Hoong and Brandon forming the rear guard with Amos covering for them.

The trio had been the heart beat of Griffins. Gim Hoong and Brandon from a decent partnership but thier lack of experience and confidence was vividly displayed, often in the second period after a decent first, with thier constant habit of dropping deep playing the second and third goalie.

Amos on the other hand, impressed first with his stand-in goal keeping performance, and taking his good form on as an outfield player, he transform into a Ferrarri and ran the court like a mad man. A pat for the effort but it was inefficient activity by the boy, a real workout in his ball handling would make a difference.

As for the forwards, the Griffins were rather versatile. There were a lot of combination up front, but it was mostly hard runners, Dominic and Daniel Boey that got the nod.

With the same hardcore style of play, Griffins with decent floorball time under their belts, fared slightly better than Firebrands. Well, they did stuggle to beat Firebrands before coming close in upseting both 300 and Bullets, down by a goal margin.

Near wins are still loses and with only 2 points, they sat on top of Firebrands at 5 with the points ironically gain from them. The brighter side of the note is that Griffins is an improving team, and their girls really impressed. Yet to flourish but had shown grit, played hard and made runs. Some prospects in the future for the Women's state and/ or national pool?

Team Review: Firebrands

Firebrands
Final standing: 6th/6
Goals scored: 7
Goals conceded: 28

Biggest win: NA
Biggest loses: 1-10 (v Dalat Falcons)
Highest scoring match: 1-10 (v Dalat Falcons)

Total penalty minutes: 24 minutes
Most committed foul: Incorrect distances(12 minutes)

Top scorer: Daniel Tan (6 goals)
Top assist: Andrew Chan (2 assists)

Point leaders:
1. Daniel Tan (6+1)
2. Andrew Chan (0+2)
3. Chan Per Yue (1+0)

Penalty leaders:
1. Daniel Tan (8 mins)
2. Alex Low (4 mins)
James Tan (4 mins)

Best player:
As the most experienced player in the team, it was not surprising that the goalie, Bryan Koh emerged as the most consistent player of the team.

Having trained under Frontliners for a year or so, 2009 saw the goalie signing a new allegiance with Firebrands instead. It was his relentless shot stopping ability that protected and prevented the already fragile defence of the newly form team.

His heralded heroics saves earned him a place in the PFL Division 2 All-Star team. Congratulations!

It would mark as a milestone for the boy but there should be no stopping, there is still much room for improvement.

Borak says:
It was an expected position for the new team to end up with. Last place was the destination but the process of Firebrands getting there did raise some eyebrows.

The team core force consisted of tough guys, Alex Loh, Andrew Chan and James Tan. With their natural brute, they often out muscled smaller opponents. While they depend solely on Daniel Tan's poacher instinct to notch in the goals. The rest of the team, who were mainly kids, didn't have much playing time as the coach was trying to keep the competitiveness level of the team.

With little to lose and everything to gain, the team played without fear and shown little respect to the rest. Most games, toughness without skill saw them being crushed, however, in other games, their battling spirit really unsettled their opponents.

The highlight of their campaign was the near win against 300 where their lead was diminished minutes before the final whistle. 2 points is always better but as a totally new team, 1 point would do them some real good.

The league may have ended, but for Firebrands, it is just the beginning of their Floorball journey. Train hard and continue to play with heart!