The Fort-Knightly

Issue 1 | 15 June 2011
WESTMINSTER
OLD SCHOLARS’SOCCER CLUB
The Fort-Knightly
Introduction
Recent Results
Welcome to the inaugural Fort-Knightly, the official newsletter of the Westminster Old
Scholars’ Soccer Club.
Coaches Corner
A good measure of how healthy any club is
would be how many of its members attend
training. This year we have had excellent
attendance (often over 20 people) and this
has remained steady despite recent cold
and wet conditions.
Westminster A 0
Mercedes A 3
By Andrew Warhurst
When I look back to the start of pre-season
in January, and all that has happened
since, it gives me great satisfaction. I am
really pleased to have a group of players
who are not just keen to play, but are also
keen to learn.
Cup Round
stepped up into the role. Ed has certainly
been leading from the front having scored
in every game he has played.
In the reserves we were a bit slow to get
started, though this was possibly due to
several people joining us after pre-season
and taking a few weeks to get up to speed.
Over the last four games we have only lost
once (to the much fancied Simba), drawn
away at Mount Barker and recorded two
very good wins.
The away win at CBC was a great example
On the field the first team have put in some of the spirit within the team. Despite CBC
equalising, the team kept the pressure up
very strong performances with the cup
games against division 1 teams Immanuel until the very end when they scored a much
deserved goal and win. Tod Cracker typifies
and Mercedes two great examples of how
the spirit in this team refusing to let little
well they can play. In both these games
our ability to play good structured football things like a dislocated shoulder stop him
playing a big part for the reserves.
has shone through making me for one
very proud. All our games have been
In summary the start of the season has
exciting to watch and I feel we are both
been a success. No doubt there are many
gaining a growing band of supporters and
challenges to come in the next few months,
a reputation within football for our positive
but if we continue the way we have to date
approach.
we will be in a very strong position to be
At the start of the season first team captain challenging for honours come September.
Sam Martin got injured and Ed Senneck
Round 7
Westminster A 2
Grads Blue A 1
Westminster B 5
Grads Blue 4
Upcoming Fixtures
Round 8
vs Grads Red
@ Westminster
Round 9
vs Uni SA
@ Uni SA Magill
Reminder: Home game
match presentations at
the Goody from 6pm.
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Club News
Our recent Ladies Day was a great success with a collection of mums, sisters, girlfriends, wives
and groupies coming out to support the Knights in rather cold weather. The club appreciates
the efforts made by all the ladies who attended and Andy Warhust, who worked hard to get this
initiative off the ground. Hopefully we can do it again in warmer weather.
Know Your Knights
Name: Daniel Bousfield
Position: Striker
Nickname/s: The Boose.
This one has stuck with me after a mispronunciation of my last name during the
CSL presentations last season.
Occupation: Freelance Outdoor Education Instructor (rockclimbing,
kayaking, bushwalking).
Do you follow a strict eating regime before a game?
Not so much a strict eating regime, more of a vigorous drinking routine
the night before, followed by a healthy breakfast of course. I am also very
superstitious when it comes to the shower before the game.
Which professional has modelled his game on yours?
Daniel Bous
fi
eld
I believe that Thierry Henry has modelled his game almost identical to that
of my own. His speed and ability to finish one on one is uncannily like me. But i think the one
thing he has nailed just as well as myself is the way he drifts offside to fool the defense then run
back onside before the ball is played to beat the offside trap.
FIFA, Buckhunter or the Casino?
Buckhunter for sure, you can always find me getting my Triple Buck and Perfect Sites on. You
could say that I dabble in FIFA also.
Most memorable Westminster goal (yours or one of your teammates)?
My first goal for the club is still my most memorable (flukiest). I was running down the wing and
whipped in lofted cross to the back post, only for the ball to nestle itself in the top corner.
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Look-a-Like
Kyle Poldervaart
Goku (Dragon Ball Z)
Submitted By: Brad Baily via Facebook
The Story: The picture says it all. Time for a haircut
Look - a - Like suggestions (and corresponding images) encouraged. Email james.raman@
wossc.com.au.
Sunshine, Camera, Action (shot!)
A special thanks to Nick Pohlenz, who has taken time out of his busy social schedule to regularly
photograph the Knights in action. The boys really appreicte your work.
Sam Martin
demonstrating his
deft skills, which has
earned him the well
deserved monicker,
The Wizard.
Kyle Poldervaart scoring his first goal of the
season, vs Norwood, Rnd. 1.
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Effi the Iceman
Contest
Elbow keeper in the head
Torres
GOAL!
Phil marvels at Fernando Torres’ mad skills
Bradley Baily
Michael ‘Boy Wonder’ Lannan
The Boose
Sensational Ed Senneck
Club Sponsors
If you are interested in sponsoring the Westminster Knights, please contact James Raman on 0403 784 048 or
james.raman@wossc.com.au
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