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Penrith-Nepean sit in equal fifth-spot, behind Manly United on goal difference, and will take to their clash against Sydney Olympic well and truly aware of the mammoth task at hand. Penrith-Nepean was good value throughout their 1-1 draw against Bonnyrigg White Eagles last weekend, and Mitchell Long & Co. will be eager to re-create the…

It was a scrappy start to the match with both sides failing to execute their plans, leaving a lot to be desired in the passing department. The first free kick within scoring range was a curling ball into the goal mouth from Robbie Cattanach, however his attempt to supply his side?s first goal was headed…

Marconi and Bankstown City replicated the Reds? result in their Saturday evening encounter, resulting in no change at the top of the League ladder. The biggest movers of the weekend were Sydney Olympic and Manly United; both sides recorded impressive wins in-anticipation of their Round 3 matches to be played following the recent wash-out. Following…

Thrilling action was a key feature of round two of the 2009 NSW Super League, with two pulsating draws on Saturday night (between Granville and Spirit FC, and Macarthur and St George) countered by the competition?s first casualty, Fraser Park coach Jeff Suzor being asked to stand down following a second straight loss, this time…

Match of the Round Balmain SC and Blacktown Spartans share the spoils at Lambert Park Newly promoted Balmain SC had been preparing all summer for their eagerly awaited debut in Division One, and the time had finally come to open their season at their new home ground, Lambert Park. But they would have to do…

It is with the utmost regret Football NSW advises that due to notification received from the Bankstown District Amateur Football Association on Friday evening 20 March, that they are unable to meet the criteria for participation in the Arrive Alive Women?s Super League competition, Bankstown Wildcats will not be a part of the competition in…

Indeed it was at Marconi Stadium and after the match the Bankstown City player-coach Peter Tsekenis couldn?t hide his delight. ?I am definitely delighted and it was a credit to the boys,? he said. ?I thought we had a slow start and were unlucky with the first goal. ?We battled away and Marconi came at…

Ken Schembri?s side has endured a difficult start to their campaign and they produced a disciplined, hard-working display following their 3-0 defeat at the hands of the Marconi Stallions last weekend. With four-points from their opening two matches, West Sydney would have been expected to take all three-points at home to the Demons, particularly after…

The former Socceroo was unlucky not to make a clear cut chance for his endeavours on an evening when he simply rolled back the years and showed all his poise, class and trickery in helping the visitors secure the draw when three points beckoned. Milicic commented: ?I feel like it?s two points lost and not…

In the end, Blagoja Kuleski?s men secured their first point of the campaign as Almir Dizdaric?s ?go-ahead? goal was matched by Penrith-Nepean?s Mitchell Long. An even start to the encounter, whereby neither midfield allowed their opponent the chance to penetrate, was brought to life by the visitors on 7? minutes. A promising forward foray was…

The Sutherland Shire Football Association is the largest grassroots sporting association of any code in Australia with a player base over 17,000. With a playing base of over 4,000 men, the Sutherland Shire Football Association boasts an incredible 16 All Age Men?s divisions in addition to the ever increasing popularity of the Over 35 and…

Bingley has signed a four-week contract but United officials are hopeful of making it a permanent deal. The former A-League winner with Sydney FC in 2006 has joined the peninsula club from Newcastle Premier League team Hamilton Olympic. ?I was looking for an opportunity to play in Sydney and Manly was the natural first choice,?…

Each side held a one-goal advantage throughout the course of a throbbing ninety minute spectacle where Adrian Caceres and Matt Simon became the Mariners’ historic first ever goal scorers on the continent in reply to headed goals from Eber Luis and Wu Weian. Dominant in terms of possession and chances, the Mariners were denied all three…

Round Two has four matches scheduled for Saturday evening, all kicking off at 7-30 pm, with Round One losers, Hills Brumbies and Fairfield City Lions, locking horns and both no doubt hoping to pick up their first points of the season. The match will be played at Second Ponds Oval, Rouse Hill. Stanmore Hawks are…

Augusto was impressed by WCFC’s promising efforts in their first three NSW Premier League games – their maiden win over Bonnyrigg has been wedged between 1-0 losses to Bankstown and Sydney United. The 24-year-old former Sutherland shot-stopper said WCFC deserved better from each of their losses. “The boys have been playing really well – in…

If you?re a paid or volunteer coach, official or administrator, this scholarship program gives you the training and support to make a big difference in your sport.Scholarships are offered in the following five categories: Sports Leadership Scholarship (SLS) ? recipients to undertake a comprehensive 4 day professional development program in sports leadership and administration; Coach…

While most fans will be salivating at the Rockdale versus Parramatta outing on Sunday (two teams widely picked as this year?s potential grand finalists), there is a feast of action to satisfy even the hungriest of football appetites. League newcomers GHFA Spirit FC play their second successive match at Christie Park on Saturday night (kickoff…

From this season the Illawarra Premier League player of the grand final will be awarded the Scott Chipperfield Medal. The best player in the District League grand final will receive the Matthew Horsley Medal. IFA president Eddy De Gabriele said the selection of the honours was based on the criteria of who had represented Illawarra…

Bathurst Chairman Bruce Rooke is confident that his club have the right squad of players to stay competitive in a bid to make the finals at the end of season. Coach Mark Rooke has a talented group of players most which have been recruited by the Western Panthers Football club one which has provided the…

Some major announcements concerning the Program are pending and will be stated to the public in the next couple of weeks. In the meantime we want your goals of the week entries. Big prizes are on offer this year as one of the show?s most popular segments is back. The address to send your entries on DVD ONLY to is  Goal of the…

Okon took charge of the Tigers temporarily for four months where he oversaw the selection process of the squad as well as preparing the team for the 2009 season. The 36-year-old had an agreement along with Sydney Tigers management that he was to oversee all coaching duties until he was called upon by Gold Coast…

Home to a new apprentice program looking to teach upcoming coaches every aspect football has to offer, Southern Districts is spearheading Australian football in the right direction. The 18 month old initiative teaches young coaches how to professionally run training sessions, deal with administrative duties, undergo a referee?s course, set up fields and teach participants…

Theirs is a unique view more associated with post match dealings than on the field play, extending past World Cups, Copa Libertadores and the Champions League. For this U/6?s team, football has, amongst other things, one special meaning: nice cold Super Doopers after a hard fought match. The Campbeltown United Church Soccer Club, who has…

These two teams have opened up a handy five point lead early in a very long season and their clash in Round 5 at Hajduk Stadium is looming as a highlight already. The Under 11 Northern Conference saw Nepean overcome Blacktown to claim top spot in their conference over Granville and Eastern Suburbs, both only…

Bonnyrigg White Eagles will now entertain Sydney Olympic on Wednesday 25th of March at the Bonnyrigg Sports Centre with first grade set for an 8pm kick off while the U20?s will commence at 6pm. Admission for this match will be FREE. Manly United will be taking on the West Sydney Berries on Tuesday 31st of…

Sports Minister Kevin Greene joined with major sporting codes to call for an end to sports rage against young players or referees from adults on the sidelines. ?Sport rage turns games into embarrassing scenes that hurt feelings and discourage participation by young players and officials,? Mr Greene said. ?Adults look ridiculous when they get carried…

Arrive alive is also the major sponsor of NSW Law Week to be held 11 to 17 May, 2009. Law Week works to provide the community with a better understanding of the law, the legal system and the legal profession. Arrive alive works with the NSW Law Society to improve understanding by young drivers of…

Attendance at a WWK Seminar is compulsory for all Youth League and Metropolitan League coaches before registrations close for the 2009 season. The seminars are designed to educate and engage coaches and managers in improving sideline behavior and providing a safe and enjoyable sporting environment when working with children and form an important part of…

Overview The much anticipated clash between Blacktown City Demons and Marconi Stallions was not played on Saturday and it will be rescheduled very shortly. In the meantime Bonnyrigg White Eagles did very well as they showed a profit of twelve points from their encounter with Sydney Olympic while Sutherland Sharks bounced back from last week?s…

Let me take this opportunity to wish every club, team and player the very best of luck for the season and I sincerely hope that you will all find it to be a rewarding one. Club Championship If the results from the season?s opening day are an indication, this could be a very closely fought…

I must take this opportunity to wish every club, team and player the very best of luck for the season and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy every second of it. Club Championship Mt Druitt Town Rangers sent a message to the other clubs when they earned the full ration of points from their…

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Clark, an unused substitute in the Mariners? 0-0 draw with Korean FA Cup holders Pohang Steelers at Central Coast Stadium last Wednesday, has extensive playing experience in Hong Kong with 5-1-7 FC and in Malaysia with Kedah and this domestic experience in Asia, coupled with Clark?s role as the Mariners? Strength & Conditioning Coach, make…

The Reds have been buoyed by the return of club legends David Zdrillic and player/coach Ante Milicic; both stars settling in rather well in this early part of the season. Sydney United has been impressive in the attacking third having scored five goals from the opening three matches, a statistic supported strongly by their defensive…