Badminton: VS Block E
After a one day break, the second week of IBG kicks off with the mixed team badminton. The evening started with block C taking on block E in this event. Block C's first pair set the bar from the beginning with quick shots, jumping smashes and couple of good drop shots. Block E responded with some good play, but it proved to be futile as block C wraped up the first match within 15 minutes.
Our second pair, which was all-female, got a drubbing from block E as they overpowered our girls easily. But true to the block C spirit, the girls gave a good fight and at times made some good shots. But the match ended with block E as the victor, and the score now was leveled at 1-1.
Our third pair, came up against probably block E's best scratch pair of the evening. Their shuttlecock placement was good, as our boys were caught napping couple of times. But the guys made good, as they surged ahead with a 9-5 lead, and then again, fell back to sleep as the block E guys levelled and then took the lead at 12-10. By now, the crowd is on their feet, as the excitment was too hard to contain. Our boys, with the heart of steel, fought well to snatch the service back, and brought the game home in style.
Next up, was the fourth pair, and again block C had no answer to block E aggression and very technical play. In the end, block C succumbed to block E's pressure and the score stood at 2-2 into the last match, which was the mixed doubles. The mixed doubles started off with both pairs paralleling each other's strength and weaknesses. However, as the game proceeded, block E started to play more attacking stokes, and block C had no answer to them again. But it was a good fight, and in the end, although block E won the encounter with 3-2 score, block C showed great promise going into the next match against block A.
Badminton: VS Block A
Block A has always been good in badminton. And the arrival of their super senior did not help the morale of block C, already one down from previous match. But block C being block C, stepped up to the challenge with a fresh line-up, couple of swaps, two new scratch pairs, and renewed spirits. The first pair took the game well and played intelligently to make the score 1-0 to block C. Although at times, there were instances when block A seemed to be in control, block C's first pair always managed to break their momentum and took the service from them. In the end, block C prevail to the delight of the crowd.
Block C's second pair was a scratch pair, untested and new. However they played like veterens as they gave block A a run for their money. Block A, although superior technically, was too nervous, as block C, having nothing to lose and everything to gain, gave the best performance thus far for the girls. However, in the end, block A made good, and wook the point making it 1-1.
The third pair was as if walking themselves into lion's den as they were up against block A best pair, with a super senior in it. Everybody thought that it will be an easy win for block A. But block C showed everybody that we will never let ourselves be bullied around. As the game progressed, block C put up a good performance to upset the block A pair. But being superior in almost every aspects, they took the game, and the lead at 2-1. But block C certainly made their journey a tat more difficult.
The fourth pair, is again a new untested scratch pair. And again, the game was thought to be block A's as everybody assumed block C has no chance against block A. But surprise surprise, as block C girls produced an epic display of guts and spirit as they took on block A like heroins, and won the battle. The game was as exciting as it can get, as block C made some good shots, played with hearts, and won the game with style. Suddenly the encounter was thrown wide open at 2-2.
The last pair, the mixed doubles, was the best possible we can have for the evening. And we're up against block A's best player in their pair. It was down to the wire, this battle of wits as both pairs made good efforts to out-do one another. Most notably, for Baby Weijin and his funny way of playing badminton, he did well to defend block A's attacks. And also Cylysce for being able to defend against Jason's smashes (Woot~!!!). After a good 17 minutes of play, block C finally won the game with 15-13 and made the score 3-2.
But in the end, we did not get into the finals. But what's more important, is that we had enjoyed this evening terribly well.
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Sunday, August 27, 2006
Something worth re-JOYCE-ing about
For all the normality of match reporting, maybe today I would like to take time off to just tell everybody that the girls did well for tough rugby, the guys did not so well for tough rugby. However, the guys got their maiden win from hockey, and the girls an agonising second in hockey.
But most important, today I would just like to highlight certain things much deeper than just losing or winning. They're the commitment, the love, and above all the passion and desire to make things good. And today, I've seen all these in block C, and especially in Joyce.
If there was ever such thing as greatness, this has to be it. The hockey girls final against block B. Not for the fact that block B won, or the fact that block C's route to the final includes an overwhelming 5-0 win. But greatness in form of spirit shown by the girls. The girls fought till the very end, and gave all their best only to lose to the folly of men. The true winners are our girls, for they fought well, and true to the spirit of sportsmanship. But that is another story for another day. Today, it's about a special someone who has made IBG enjoyable and great this far.
Everyday if you go down to support block C in IBG, if you ever go down, you'll see Joyce, ever ready to lead the cheer, if not to lead the team to play. And this, this is something not everybody has the guts to do, nor have the commitment to carry on. And you may notice, if you ever pay attention, Joyce has played in every game the girls have participated in, except track. Every single game. And it takes a special kind of love and passion in her to continue doing what she's doing.
She is tired. And I truly understand that. And nobody else can claim he or she is tired, simply because nobody gave as much as Joyce, and nobody felt as much as Joyce. Shame on those who never showed up, nor gave as much as a pint of effort. For all the things we do, and say, will have great effects on the morale of everybody. And what Joyce has given thus far, gives strength to everybody.
In the final hockey match, Joyce fell and probably hurt herself. At half-time she cried, but claimed that everything is alright. I don't know. She was probably in great pain, but she continued playing simply because there was nobody else to substitute her. And she was extremely tired, from playing all 4 touch rugby matches in the morning, but still had to play hockey because nobody else was around. And the final match dragged on for the longest time, but still she had to continue on, because she is carrying the responsibility and hope of those who weren't around.
And in the end, when block B won, she apologised to everybody. And it pains me greatly to see that, because she had given her beyond what is expected of her, and despite having given everything she had, she apologised to everybody. Despite everything Joyce has been through, she wants to attend the next day's volleyball and swimming, even though the fatigue is evident in her face.
This spirit, inside her, is worth keeping. This passion inside her, is worth rejoicing about. And if you're reading this, the next time you see her, give her a pat on her back. Give your encouragement to those who played, and gave more than they were required to. And reflect, because this passion, this love for the block, is something we have not seen for the longest time.
Block C, this is something worth fighting for, this spirit that bonds us together, much closer.
But most important, today I would just like to highlight certain things much deeper than just losing or winning. They're the commitment, the love, and above all the passion and desire to make things good. And today, I've seen all these in block C, and especially in Joyce.
If there was ever such thing as greatness, this has to be it. The hockey girls final against block B. Not for the fact that block B won, or the fact that block C's route to the final includes an overwhelming 5-0 win. But greatness in form of spirit shown by the girls. The girls fought till the very end, and gave all their best only to lose to the folly of men. The true winners are our girls, for they fought well, and true to the spirit of sportsmanship. But that is another story for another day. Today, it's about a special someone who has made IBG enjoyable and great this far.
Everyday if you go down to support block C in IBG, if you ever go down, you'll see Joyce, ever ready to lead the cheer, if not to lead the team to play. And this, this is something not everybody has the guts to do, nor have the commitment to carry on. And you may notice, if you ever pay attention, Joyce has played in every game the girls have participated in, except track. Every single game. And it takes a special kind of love and passion in her to continue doing what she's doing.
She is tired. And I truly understand that. And nobody else can claim he or she is tired, simply because nobody gave as much as Joyce, and nobody felt as much as Joyce. Shame on those who never showed up, nor gave as much as a pint of effort. For all the things we do, and say, will have great effects on the morale of everybody. And what Joyce has given thus far, gives strength to everybody.
In the final hockey match, Joyce fell and probably hurt herself. At half-time she cried, but claimed that everything is alright. I don't know. She was probably in great pain, but she continued playing simply because there was nobody else to substitute her. And she was extremely tired, from playing all 4 touch rugby matches in the morning, but still had to play hockey because nobody else was around. And the final match dragged on for the longest time, but still she had to continue on, because she is carrying the responsibility and hope of those who weren't around.
And in the end, when block B won, she apologised to everybody. And it pains me greatly to see that, because she had given her beyond what is expected of her, and despite having given everything she had, she apologised to everybody. Despite everything Joyce has been through, she wants to attend the next day's volleyball and swimming, even though the fatigue is evident in her face.
This spirit, inside her, is worth keeping. This passion inside her, is worth rejoicing about. And if you're reading this, the next time you see her, give her a pat on her back. Give your encouragement to those who played, and gave more than they were required to. And reflect, because this passion, this love for the block, is something we have not seen for the longest time.
Block C, this is something worth fighting for, this spirit that bonds us together, much closer.
Friday, August 25, 2006
Hattrick for the girls, and suddenly the heat is on the guys
Handball: VS Block D
Handball has always been a sport that the block C girls traditionally dominates. Today the handball girls started off with a game against block D. It was, as we have come to accustom to, another match which block C showed great dominance and showed little signs of cracking. The match took off with exhilarating pace as block C hammered 4 past block D's keeper. As block D pulled one back, block C stepped up their offense and continued to pressure block D's defense. Yiying, together with Evelyn (super senior!) made the best out of their partnership to bring the score up to 10-1 at half time. The second half was much more casual, although block C continued to show great powress over block D to bring the final score to an encouraging 16-1 win.
Handball: VS BLock B
Block B having had the luxury to watch block C's play, had some psychological and tactical advantage over block C. The start of the match brought back memories of last year's handball IBG, as we put 3 past block B's keeper, without any answer from block B. The score stood that way till half time. Second half saw a more intense and chaarged up block B as they keep the pressure on block C's defense, and kept Yiying in check with excellent man-marking and having 3 players clamp Yiying down every time she was near the 6 yard line. Block C slowed down as fatigue set in, and allowed block B to catch up and level with 2 mins of play time left on the clock. The match ended with a 3-3 score, without a clear victor, as both blocks countered each other's strengths with tactical play. But a draw was enough to see block C through to the final.
Handball: Final VS Block B
Through a twist of fate, block C faced block B again in the final, a reminiscence of last year's IBG. Having played block B in the star system earlier, block C wised up and used couple of good strategies to neutralise block B's most threatening player. We took the early lead and were 2 up before block B pulled one back. Seeing that the handball girls were at a loss on cracking block B's defense, the captain made a sound judgment to substitute Evelyn with Shuwen (SUPER Senior~!!!). Shuwen's entrance immediately lifted the team, as she added depth and pace into block C's game. With both Shuwen and Yiying pairing up to attack, block B could not decide who they should mark. The confusion allowed Shuwen to score 2 more goals bringing the score to 4-1. At this time, signs of cracking were evident in block B's players. As such they substituted out their star goalie Xueying with their own super senior, Stacy, to add on to their firepower.
Stacy, as did Shuwen, added much needed pace and intelligent game play into block B's game. But it soon proved futile, as Yiying put 2 more past block B's keeper. By then, everything else was history as C-towners jumped in ecstacy with the final whistle going off with the score 6-1.
With this win, the girls continues with their 100% victory rate, a hattrick of IBG golds, and in the process made history for block C. The guys, suddenly feeling the heat, certainly have to work harder to match the girls' exceptionally good run in IBG this year.
But then again, it's all about effort, isn't it? Three cheers to block C, win or lose, we still enjoy ourselves as a block.
Handball has always been a sport that the block C girls traditionally dominates. Today the handball girls started off with a game against block D. It was, as we have come to accustom to, another match which block C showed great dominance and showed little signs of cracking. The match took off with exhilarating pace as block C hammered 4 past block D's keeper. As block D pulled one back, block C stepped up their offense and continued to pressure block D's defense. Yiying, together with Evelyn (super senior!) made the best out of their partnership to bring the score up to 10-1 at half time. The second half was much more casual, although block C continued to show great powress over block D to bring the final score to an encouraging 16-1 win.
Handball: VS BLock B
Block B having had the luxury to watch block C's play, had some psychological and tactical advantage over block C. The start of the match brought back memories of last year's handball IBG, as we put 3 past block B's keeper, without any answer from block B. The score stood that way till half time. Second half saw a more intense and chaarged up block B as they keep the pressure on block C's defense, and kept Yiying in check with excellent man-marking and having 3 players clamp Yiying down every time she was near the 6 yard line. Block C slowed down as fatigue set in, and allowed block B to catch up and level with 2 mins of play time left on the clock. The match ended with a 3-3 score, without a clear victor, as both blocks countered each other's strengths with tactical play. But a draw was enough to see block C through to the final.
Handball: Final VS Block B
Through a twist of fate, block C faced block B again in the final, a reminiscence of last year's IBG. Having played block B in the star system earlier, block C wised up and used couple of good strategies to neutralise block B's most threatening player. We took the early lead and were 2 up before block B pulled one back. Seeing that the handball girls were at a loss on cracking block B's defense, the captain made a sound judgment to substitute Evelyn with Shuwen (SUPER Senior~!!!). Shuwen's entrance immediately lifted the team, as she added depth and pace into block C's game. With both Shuwen and Yiying pairing up to attack, block B could not decide who they should mark. The confusion allowed Shuwen to score 2 more goals bringing the score to 4-1. At this time, signs of cracking were evident in block B's players. As such they substituted out their star goalie Xueying with their own super senior, Stacy, to add on to their firepower.
Stacy, as did Shuwen, added much needed pace and intelligent game play into block B's game. But it soon proved futile, as Yiying put 2 more past block B's keeper. By then, everything else was history as C-towners jumped in ecstacy with the final whistle going off with the score 6-1.
With this win, the girls continues with their 100% victory rate, a hattrick of IBG golds, and in the process made history for block C. The guys, suddenly feeling the heat, certainly have to work harder to match the girls' exceptionally good run in IBG this year.
But then again, it's all about effort, isn't it? Three cheers to block C, win or lose, we still enjoy ourselves as a block.
Netball girls do us proud
There was really nothing much more we can expect from block C netball girls as they play their way into the finals and came up top against block B 13-11. But before that, lets just keep in mind that although block C seemed to have relatively easy time against block E and D in the star system, it was really the individuals' brilliances which help the team to clinch the netball gold.
Against block E, block C looked shaky at the beginning. But once the nerves settled, it was all the way forward without looking back. Chalking up points by points, block C totally dominated the play until the end. There were times when block E made couple of good blocks. However they could not make even a dent on block C's dominance. The match ended with a score 16-5 to blockC.
Block C's next opponent was block D. Without showing even the slightest hint of weakness, block C continued to dominate the play from the start till the end. The match started slow, although block C was already 3 up. At half time, the score stood at 4-1. Second half saw block C stamping its authority, blazing its way to a 14-1 score at the final whistle. With this convincing victory, a place in the final was sealed.
The final saw block C up against block B. Traditionally, there had always been intense rivalry between these two blocks. Keeping this in mind, the girls switched a gear higher and stepped up their offence. True to block B's reputation, they fought well. Block C took the early lead and maintained their lead throughout the whole match. But block B kept mounting pressure and they were always a point or two behind, as if lurking to see if block C was going to falter. But block C held up well and in the end block C came up the victor.
Special mention goes to Le Hia as she was injured during her play. Block C gives her our best wishes and hopes she gets well soon. On top of that, block C thanks the seniors who made this win possible, to Yiying and Evelyn. All in all, it was another great IBG outing for the girls on top of their track win yesterday.
Against block E, block C looked shaky at the beginning. But once the nerves settled, it was all the way forward without looking back. Chalking up points by points, block C totally dominated the play until the end. There were times when block E made couple of good blocks. However they could not make even a dent on block C's dominance. The match ended with a score 16-5 to blockC.
Block C's next opponent was block D. Without showing even the slightest hint of weakness, block C continued to dominate the play from the start till the end. The match started slow, although block C was already 3 up. At half time, the score stood at 4-1. Second half saw block C stamping its authority, blazing its way to a 14-1 score at the final whistle. With this convincing victory, a place in the final was sealed.
The final saw block C up against block B. Traditionally, there had always been intense rivalry between these two blocks. Keeping this in mind, the girls switched a gear higher and stepped up their offence. True to block B's reputation, they fought well. Block C took the early lead and maintained their lead throughout the whole match. But block B kept mounting pressure and they were always a point or two behind, as if lurking to see if block C was going to falter. But block C held up well and in the end block C came up the victor.
Special mention goes to Le Hia as she was injured during her play. Block C gives her our best wishes and hopes she gets well soon. On top of that, block C thanks the seniors who made this win possible, to Yiying and Evelyn. All in all, it was another great IBG outing for the girls on top of their track win yesterday.
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Block C girls triumph on their first IBG outing
Track
After the ceremonial opening of IBG 06/07, it was business as usual as block C had a fruitful IBG outing. The day kicked off with the girls 4x100m. The girls were chasing the runaway leader but failed to make good their excellent start. In the end, it was a close fight for third place, but we had to settle for a fourth. Next up was guys 4x100m. We got off to a flying start, but soon fell back and were trailing much of the time. The guys gave their best and sprint their hearts out. There was nothing to regret about after the last man crossed the finishing line.
The 4x400m girls and guys were next. Our girls continued their encouraging run, no pun intended, and was dominating the event right till the end. However it was unfortunate that the girls had to be contented with a 2nd place after a flying start and a good run. The guys however did not have such good luck, as they struggled for greater pace. The event saw the guys fighting, as if it was a matter of live and death, for the third placing. It was again not our day as the guys faltered at the last 100m and came in fourth.
Our saving grace came in the form of the medley event. With the cheer getting ever louder, our guys and girls found their inner strength as they leave the rest of the blocks scratching their heads wondering what hit them. We got off to a sizzling start and maintained our tempo throughout the race. The turning point came when we took the lead and we never looked back. It was certainly captivating to see our guys and girls oozing with style as they claimed the first placing for the medley event.
All in all, the girls came in first overall, and the guys an encouraging fourth placing. The results showed that block C is a force to be reckon with in this IBG and we shall never give up in fighting for our block's glory in IBG. But most important, as our block head put it, we are out there to enjoy our IBG outing, winning is of course a bonus.
Three cheers for block C.
After the ceremonial opening of IBG 06/07, it was business as usual as block C had a fruitful IBG outing. The day kicked off with the girls 4x100m. The girls were chasing the runaway leader but failed to make good their excellent start. In the end, it was a close fight for third place, but we had to settle for a fourth. Next up was guys 4x100m. We got off to a flying start, but soon fell back and were trailing much of the time. The guys gave their best and sprint their hearts out. There was nothing to regret about after the last man crossed the finishing line.
The 4x400m girls and guys were next. Our girls continued their encouraging run, no pun intended, and was dominating the event right till the end. However it was unfortunate that the girls had to be contented with a 2nd place after a flying start and a good run. The guys however did not have such good luck, as they struggled for greater pace. The event saw the guys fighting, as if it was a matter of live and death, for the third placing. It was again not our day as the guys faltered at the last 100m and came in fourth.
Our saving grace came in the form of the medley event. With the cheer getting ever louder, our guys and girls found their inner strength as they leave the rest of the blocks scratching their heads wondering what hit them. We got off to a sizzling start and maintained our tempo throughout the race. The turning point came when we took the lead and we never looked back. It was certainly captivating to see our guys and girls oozing with style as they claimed the first placing for the medley event.
All in all, the girls came in first overall, and the guys an encouraging fourth placing. The results showed that block C is a force to be reckon with in this IBG and we shall never give up in fighting for our block's glory in IBG. But most important, as our block head put it, we are out there to enjoy our IBG outing, winning is of course a bonus.
Three cheers for block C.
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
2nd day of IBG sees Block C put up another good effort
BBall: VS Block D
2nd day of IBG kicked off with block C guys taking on block D in basketball. Both sides were equally matched in the opening minutes of the match, with block D making first blood with their 2-pointer from left side of the court. With Zhaohui as the point guard, block C equalized and took the lead, albeit for a short moment, as block D stormed to a 12-point lead.
True to the block C fighting spirit, coupled with great individual efforts from the players, block C took the fight to block D's door step, and cut down their comfortable lead to only 2 points, with 5 mins of play time. Panicking, block D made some unforced errors, and block C equalized with 50 seconds of play time left. Sensing that we could stage an upset, block C charged with such gusto only to be disappointed by a exceptional play from block D. In the dying seconds, block C's last attempt at the basket failed and we had to settle for a 18-16 loss to block D.
Although in the end block D claimed the bounty, the game was much closer than what the score suggested. Had it been another day, block C would have triumph.
BBall: VS Block E
2nd match of the day for block C sees the heart of lions within our bball guys. Against block E, we had no answer to the tactically and technically more superior opponents. Block E was dominating from the first second till the last. However, our boys deserve special mention for their effort and their fighting spirit. Lawrence showed great composure and made a couple of baskets in a consistent effort throughout the match. Abhi, for his antics and graceful spinning, jumping out of courts just to keep the ball in. Biao ge, for his superb work rate that never cease to amaze. And the rest of the boys for their belief and spirit.
Although the score of 45-14 is disheartening, we are proud of our basketball guys. They threw everything they had into the game, and in the end they walk tall. Tomorrow is another day, and another chance for block C to shine.
Roll of honor:
Kane(Capt.), Zhaohui, Lawrence, Yuqiao, Biao ge, Tat, Junsheng, CK, Samson, Dominic, Abhi.
2nd day of IBG kicked off with block C guys taking on block D in basketball. Both sides were equally matched in the opening minutes of the match, with block D making first blood with their 2-pointer from left side of the court. With Zhaohui as the point guard, block C equalized and took the lead, albeit for a short moment, as block D stormed to a 12-point lead.
True to the block C fighting spirit, coupled with great individual efforts from the players, block C took the fight to block D's door step, and cut down their comfortable lead to only 2 points, with 5 mins of play time. Panicking, block D made some unforced errors, and block C equalized with 50 seconds of play time left. Sensing that we could stage an upset, block C charged with such gusto only to be disappointed by a exceptional play from block D. In the dying seconds, block C's last attempt at the basket failed and we had to settle for a 18-16 loss to block D.
Although in the end block D claimed the bounty, the game was much closer than what the score suggested. Had it been another day, block C would have triumph.
BBall: VS Block E
2nd match of the day for block C sees the heart of lions within our bball guys. Against block E, we had no answer to the tactically and technically more superior opponents. Block E was dominating from the first second till the last. However, our boys deserve special mention for their effort and their fighting spirit. Lawrence showed great composure and made a couple of baskets in a consistent effort throughout the match. Abhi, for his antics and graceful spinning, jumping out of courts just to keep the ball in. Biao ge, for his superb work rate that never cease to amaze. And the rest of the boys for their belief and spirit.
Although the score of 45-14 is disheartening, we are proud of our basketball guys. They threw everything they had into the game, and in the end they walk tall. Tomorrow is another day, and another chance for block C to shine.
Roll of honor:
Kane(Capt.), Zhaohui, Lawrence, Yuqiao, Biao ge, Tat, Junsheng, CK, Samson, Dominic, Abhi.
Block C puts up gallant fight in the opening matches of IBG
Sepak: VS Block A
The evening opens with Lenny, Darius and Lingxiao as the first regu against block A. Block C got off a flying start obtaining 4 points in a row without any answer from block A. The momentum however, swung towards block A as they mount a 7 points streak. True to the block C spirit, our first regu gave all their best and called for tactical time-out at 19-13 to block A. The match ended, however, 21-14 in block A's favor. Our second regu, Bernard, Tiansheng and Remy also suffered the same fate as the first regu as they bow down to block A also by 21-14 but, not without putting up probably the best performance for the night. By now, the crowd is already on their feet, cheering their lungs out to support our guys in their effort to strive for greater result in our medal tally.
The crowd led by Joyce, made the most noise and was probably the only thing more enjoyable than the match itself. The cheers did have great positive effect on our players as our third regu, CK, Huixiang and Lewis showed promising signs to stage an upset against block A favorite regu. Alas, it was not to be, as our third regu have to content with 21-15 to block A.
Block C certainly gave block A a run for their money, and this will be remembered as the most exciting opening matches we had ever been given the opportunity to watch.
Sepak: VS Block B
Against block B, our boys put up another sterling performance. Tat, Jason and Remy as our first regu against block B, gave one hell of a entertaining show. They stormed ahead with a 5 points run with such a style that block B has no reply. Even Remy had time to place the sepak ball nicely into the sound control room, much to the delight of the crowd. As tension escalated, with only one point to wrap up the match and give block C our first win, Tat, Jason and Remy had a lapse of concentration, allowing block B to narrow the margin which they had so stylishly established earlier. But the scare was soon soothed with Tat heading the ball accurately to the right hand side of the court giving block C the first win 21-18.
Lenny, Lewis and Tiansheng, taking cue from our first regu, continued to mount pressure on block B. On fire, and full of enthusiasm, they wrapped up the match 21-11. They gave block B no chance to reply and certainly feelings were high with the second win. Our third regu, Hieu, Lingxiao and Junsheng also gave a sterling performance against block B. At times, it seemed as if it was Hieu's night as he single-handedly anchored the team to a 21-15 win. But then again, he made some silly mistakes which left his two team-mates to wrap-up the match.
All in all, with the 3 wins against block B, block C had a mathematical chance to advance into the finals. Had block E eliminated block D, it would have been our first finals for IBG 06/07. Alas, it was not to be, as block D put up a good fight to end block E's good run to set up a mouth-watering final against block A. But that is another story for another day. Block C has stomped the courts and made our mark, and what's more important is that we as a block enjoyed our first IBG outing this year.
May the fighting spirit showed last night be carried all the way throughout this IBG, and I wish block C a great fun and good luck for our remaining games.
The evening opens with Lenny, Darius and Lingxiao as the first regu against block A. Block C got off a flying start obtaining 4 points in a row without any answer from block A. The momentum however, swung towards block A as they mount a 7 points streak. True to the block C spirit, our first regu gave all their best and called for tactical time-out at 19-13 to block A. The match ended, however, 21-14 in block A's favor. Our second regu, Bernard, Tiansheng and Remy also suffered the same fate as the first regu as they bow down to block A also by 21-14 but, not without putting up probably the best performance for the night. By now, the crowd is already on their feet, cheering their lungs out to support our guys in their effort to strive for greater result in our medal tally.
The crowd led by Joyce, made the most noise and was probably the only thing more enjoyable than the match itself. The cheers did have great positive effect on our players as our third regu, CK, Huixiang and Lewis showed promising signs to stage an upset against block A favorite regu. Alas, it was not to be, as our third regu have to content with 21-15 to block A.
Block C certainly gave block A a run for their money, and this will be remembered as the most exciting opening matches we had ever been given the opportunity to watch.
Sepak: VS Block B
Against block B, our boys put up another sterling performance. Tat, Jason and Remy as our first regu against block B, gave one hell of a entertaining show. They stormed ahead with a 5 points run with such a style that block B has no reply. Even Remy had time to place the sepak ball nicely into the sound control room, much to the delight of the crowd. As tension escalated, with only one point to wrap up the match and give block C our first win, Tat, Jason and Remy had a lapse of concentration, allowing block B to narrow the margin which they had so stylishly established earlier. But the scare was soon soothed with Tat heading the ball accurately to the right hand side of the court giving block C the first win 21-18.
Lenny, Lewis and Tiansheng, taking cue from our first regu, continued to mount pressure on block B. On fire, and full of enthusiasm, they wrapped up the match 21-11. They gave block B no chance to reply and certainly feelings were high with the second win. Our third regu, Hieu, Lingxiao and Junsheng also gave a sterling performance against block B. At times, it seemed as if it was Hieu's night as he single-handedly anchored the team to a 21-15 win. But then again, he made some silly mistakes which left his two team-mates to wrap-up the match.
All in all, with the 3 wins against block B, block C had a mathematical chance to advance into the finals. Had block E eliminated block D, it would have been our first finals for IBG 06/07. Alas, it was not to be, as block D put up a good fight to end block E's good run to set up a mouth-watering final against block A. But that is another story for another day. Block C has stomped the courts and made our mark, and what's more important is that we as a block enjoyed our first IBG outing this year.
May the fighting spirit showed last night be carried all the way throughout this IBG, and I wish block C a great fun and good luck for our remaining games.
IBG!!!!!!!
Woot! IBG has officially started! (wahz, an F16 just whooooooooot pass... )
Anywayz, i guess our roving reporters are frantically typing out their post matches reports during lectures right now. Jiayou!
Its a shame we couldn't get into the sepak finals...we had a good chance of winning it considering the number of guys passionate bout this sport.. But i guess ultimately it was great fun cos every guy who wanted to play had a chance to play esp the juniors, and the audience had a hooting good time cheering our ctowners on! wooo~ wooo~ ROCK ON C-TOWNERS! (just remember to bring more water down hee)
On a side note, we need a cameraman!!! or woman!!! someone who can take pics and record down videos and post it up here. So in addition to exciting post matches reports, we can have 'live coverage' of the games. I would love to be one.. but er no camera =D. So anyone wanna volunteer to be one?
Also anyone who has any pics watsoever, just post them up here, the forum or the gallery!
wendy
Anywayz, i guess our roving reporters are frantically typing out their post matches reports during lectures right now. Jiayou!
Its a shame we couldn't get into the sepak finals...we had a good chance of winning it considering the number of guys passionate bout this sport.. But i guess ultimately it was great fun cos every guy who wanted to play had a chance to play esp the juniors, and the audience had a hooting good time cheering our ctowners on! wooo~ wooo~ ROCK ON C-TOWNERS! (just remember to bring more water down hee)
On a side note, we need a cameraman!!! or woman!!! someone who can take pics and record down videos and post it up here. So in addition to exciting post matches reports, we can have 'live coverage' of the games. I would love to be one.. but er no camera =D. So anyone wanna volunteer to be one?
Also anyone who has any pics watsoever, just post them up here, the forum or the gallery!
wendy
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
What's NEW!!
Hey everyone!!
Welcome back to a new school term! I guess most of you have enjoyed the hols, now it's time to hit the books again and join in all the hall n block activities.
To cut the intro short, the sheares website is down again. So for everyone in block C, do check back here now n then for updates and also tag the tagboard (it's been quite quiet recently).
First up, impt dates for the next few days...
16 Aug (Wed) - Annual General Meeting
Come on down to MSPH to check it out.
17 Aug (Thur) - JCRC elects rally @ dinner
Listen in to what they have to say and their plans for JCRC.
19,20 Aug (Sat, Sun) - Post Rag event @ PS
A NUSSU event showcasing Rag and Flag Day to the public. Hop on down to check Sheares out. Our Rag dancers will be performing on Sunday @ 4pm and 5.30pm. So do go and give them support.
21 Aug (Mon) - Blk Comm elections / Vote of confidence for JCRC elects
A very important day for the block. Anyone interested or would like to know more should approach any blk comm member to find out more..
22 Aug (Tue) - Inter-block Games starts!!
The competition heats up between the blocks as we fight it out in IBG!
28 Aug (Mon) - JCRC rally
Listen in to what potential leaders in Sheares have in store for our Hall and how they can get our votes.
That's for now. More to come....
Shiqin aka Potato.
blk diary webmaster
Welcome back to a new school term! I guess most of you have enjoyed the hols, now it's time to hit the books again and join in all the hall n block activities.
To cut the intro short, the sheares website is down again. So for everyone in block C, do check back here now n then for updates and also tag the tagboard (it's been quite quiet recently).
First up, impt dates for the next few days...
16 Aug (Wed) - Annual General Meeting
Come on down to MSPH to check it out.
17 Aug (Thur) - JCRC elects rally @ dinner
Listen in to what they have to say and their plans for JCRC.
19,20 Aug (Sat, Sun) - Post Rag event @ PS
A NUSSU event showcasing Rag and Flag Day to the public. Hop on down to check Sheares out. Our Rag dancers will be performing on Sunday @ 4pm and 5.30pm. So do go and give them support.
21 Aug (Mon) - Blk Comm elections / Vote of confidence for JCRC elects
A very important day for the block. Anyone interested or would like to know more should approach any blk comm member to find out more..
22 Aug (Tue) - Inter-block Games starts!!
The competition heats up between the blocks as we fight it out in IBG!
28 Aug (Mon) - JCRC rally
Listen in to what potential leaders in Sheares have in store for our Hall and how they can get our votes.
That's for now. More to come....
Shiqin aka Potato.
blk diary webmaster
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