Friday, August 20, 2010

CFL 3 - Round 2

15 Aug @ Macpherson Secondary School 5pm

Kamikaze FC struggled to an 1-0 win in their opening match while their opponents for the day, Little Flower opened their league account with a 5-1 win. Adding to that, was the continued loss of key personnel with first choice keeper Akbar and Yasin )Fasting joining the ranks of USPO (Work), Barathi (Exam) and Havey (Injured). While lesser teams, might have been rattled by such depletion, KKZ is a team that has worked hard on its depth. And nothing emphasised it more by the appearance of Master Keeper Ganesh Vivace acting as custodian of the posts.

Kamikaze started the match right where they left off, creating numerous chances within the first 10 minutes. And it was just a matter of time, before they got a break, and it came from the legs of winged wonder Diego Haresh. After doing well to beat the defender inside the box, and forcing him to concede a penalty for handball, Haresh himself stepped up to take the penalty. Taking over penalty duties for this season, Haresh showed nothing has changed as he coolly stroked the ball into the net to give KKZ the lead. And he soon doubled it, with another brilliant volley from just inside the penalty box. With the opponents down to 10 men, for abuse of Referee, KKZ ran riot against them. Victor was the next to get onto the scoreline, with a sublime half-volley after an excellent chipped pass by El Fazail. 3-0 was how it stood as the teams headed into half time.

The second half, saw Little Flower playing with intent as they pulled one back. But Kamikaze showed composure as they did what they did best: Attack. Safar scored two identical goals, as a training ground routine saw him beat the offside trap in the same manner, to clinch his hat-trick after he had struck early to cancel out Little Flower's first goal. His two identical goals, both assisted by Jraj, sandwiched another Little Flower goal, as this match proved to be a goal glut. Haresh was not to be denied his hat-trick either as he got into the act also with his 3rd goal.

7-2 was how it ended. A comprehensive victory for Kamikaze. One that would have boosted their morale for their upcoming big match, against hotshot title rivals: Mexican Aces. With this performance, KKZ seem to only have three words for their rivals. We are Waiting.

KAMIKAZE!!!

Squad: Ganesh Vivace, Neshta, Jayraj Carragher, Thina Da Silva, Lavanesh Valencia, Hariboy Aerocratz, Seelan Kong, Diego Haresh, Mohawk Vicky, Victor King, Gowthaman, El Fazail, Safar Torres, Anand Spaceship, Anand Achu

Final score: Kamikaze FC 7 - Damai Rovers 2
Goals: Diego Haresh (3), Victor King, Safar Torres (3)
MOM: Diego Haresh

CFL 3 - Round 1

8 Aug @ Eastview Secondary School 3pm

After nearly a month's break from competitive soccer, Kamikaze returned to the CFL fold to play the first game of the Casuarina Football League 3. Their opponents, were league newcomers Damai Rovers, who while new to this league, have themselves been crowned champions of the previous league that they were in. Hence it was an appropriate billing for KKZ's first league match, -clash of the champions.

However, as the match got underway, it seemed more like clash of the amateurs, as both teams did not even have 11 men to start. Despite only having 9 men on the pitch, KKZ controlled possession and played with the experience garnered from their previous two CFL campaigns. However in reality, it was a scrappy match, with no clear cut chances to both teams in the first half.

The second half fared better for KKZ as they created numerous chances, but unluckily failed to convert any of them. Just as it looked like KKZ were headed for disaster in their opening match, Haresh played a mouthwatering through-ball to Safar who made sure that even disaster dare not face Kamikaze, as he scored the only goal of the match to ensure that Kamikaze made a winning start.

Special mention must go to the defence especially Anand Achu and co. While the attack of KKZ had a tough time in converting the numerous chances we created, the defence was calm, composed and by far the superior of the two teams. That must sure be an ominous sign for KKZ's title defence. Pun unintended.

While the match itself was not very desirable for Kamikaze, there were a few positives to take away. The never-say-die spirit. For a while, it seemed as if KKZ might not have/need the spirit and fire to win a match. However, it was days like these that epitomise the Kamikaze gung-ho spirit. With the spirit that the boys showed, Kamikaze underlined that they can be a match to any team that aims to dethrone them. To our Rivals: You can try, but I can't guarantee your success..

KAMIKAZE!!!

Squad: Akbar Kuszczak, Anand Achu, Jayraj Carragher, Thina Da Silva, Lavanesh Valencia, Hariboy Aerocratz, Yasin Scholes, Diego Haresh, Safar Torres, Victor King, Gowthaman, Vinnie Obertan

Final score: Kamikaze FC 1 - Damai Rovers 0
Goals: Safar Torres
MOM: Anand Achu

Thursday, August 05, 2010

CFL Season 2010/2011 + Squad numbers

Hello again guys,

As expected , we are entering into yet another competitive season with all our rivals and new teams showing just how determined they are to not let us win the league. That aside , KKZ management has set the bar that we have mount a serious challenge to the title this season too. As based on that , all players are expected to maintain focus and discipline , 2 key factors which brought us the double last season. Having said that , i'm pleased to announce the squad numbers.

Akbar - 00
Ganesh - 1
Nash - 4
Jay - 5
Gerard - 6
Barathi - 7
Jayaraj - 8
Yassin - 9
Haresh - 10
Achu - 11
Uspo - 13
Fazail - 14
Lavinesh - 17
Hari - 18
Spaceship - 19
Habib - 20
Victor - 21
Safar - 22
Navin - 24
Dinzo - 28
Goutham - 69
Mohawk viki - 77
Hevy - 80
Thina - 99

This is the updated squad list for 2010/2011 both saturday and sunday league. Next we will have a look at management.

Management :

Haresh - Team Manager

Jay & Victor - Board of Directors

Captain - Jayaraj

Vice Captain - Uspo Suresh

This management structure is here not for absolute power or have the final say , but rather it has been established as a venue for funds generation , cohesion planning , DND planning , match fixtures , goal setting and most importantly , as a listening ear and a helping hand for any player with ANY trouble that they are facing. Please do not hesitate to approach whomever you feel comfortable within the management. Captaincy will change for friendly games but it will never change during season matches UNLESS Jayaraj and Uspo both didnt turn up for match.

Season expectations :

1) The management firmly believes that achieving champion status this season is a feasible ambition. Therefore , we have to mount a serious challenge to the title and also defend it.

2) Match fees MUST be available for collection after each game.

3) Proper kit MUST be worn at all times. E.g kkz jersey with yellow or blue shorts will NOT BE TOLERATED anymore.

4) Strikers must contribute 30 goals between them for the CFL league only. Any striker toppling the 20 goal personal record will have two of his match fees waived off.

5) This season results will be the one's that will count for DnD. Its to give every1 a fair chance. So please do your best. Your saturday league performance will also count towards DnD.

That's about it guys. The management has planned a Kamikaze cohesion @ Harry's Bar on monday 10th august. Fans who wanna join may call any of the management to make reservations. Let's go out there and show the world what champions are made of. KAMIKAZE!!!!!!!