Coach: Yilmaz Celik
Manager: Andrew Ayres
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Hopefully the team can reassemble next season with minimal changes. Thanks to all who have helped, starting with Yilmaz whos enthusiasm rubs off onto the kids and by the rates the kids are growing is going to suffer an injury with the team after game 'stacks on the mill'.  The kids have all improved out of sight and are playing to position due to Yilmaz's coaching.  Thanks to the Mums and Dads for getting the kids to training and all the Mums who brought and cut oranges.  Nick and Terry's warm ups have been crucial to many of the wins. Thanks to Linda's Dad for all the photographs he has supplied.  Well done all.

Andrew
(posted 20:45 07 October 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 15: Glen Eira Phoenix vs Hampton Hammers - 08 September 2007
 
The last game and possibly the best game of the season.  Both teams were evenly matched.  It was nil all but a deserved draw as both teams played so well.  Goalies for both teams stopped heaps of goals and every Phoenix player contributed in some way.  Our defence has been impeccable all year with our players giving away height in many cases but the tenacity has been number 1. Henry, Jayden, Johnny, Conor, Julian and Brandon keep driving the ball forward feeding Adam, Melina, David, Dylan and Matthew.  The forwards all had shots with Jayden and Adam nearly shooting miracle long goals and Melina, David and Dylan all having near misses.  It was a fantastic game and a great end to the season. The parents can relax for a few months.
 
Andrew
(posted 20:45 07 October 2007 by Andrew Ayres)


Round 14: Glen Eira Phoenix V Brighton Red Devils - 01 September 2007

We travelled to Brighton and had a hard fought tussel against the Red Devils. The game was neck and neck the whole way with the Devils scoring twice and Melina scoring 1. Another great team effort.

Andrew
(posted 20:45 07 October 2007 by Andrew Ayres)


Round 13: Glen Eira Phoenix vs Sandringham Knights - 25 August 2007

The long awaited return of the clash with the mighty Knights. After last time 7 nil loss Phoenix were keen to redeem themselves. Thay did a fine job I hear and kept the Knights to 4. We didn't score, but it must have been a huge effort to stop the Knights scoring more than that. Well done.

Andrew
(posted 20:45 07 October 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 12: Glen Eira Phoenix U8 vs Beaumaris Mantarays - 11 August 2007
 
Well, we had a fair percentage booster against the Mantarays with 6 different scorers for Phoenix. Minutes into the game, Adam had scored twice. Soon after, an own goal by a corner kick from Melina. Melina then scored 3 more, with more goals scored by a well positioned Julian from another corner, Conor with dazzling footwork, David steaming up the middle and Jayden getting another one of his high balls into the net. Was great that Glen was there to see it. Henry and Dylan kept creating opportunities around the goals. The defenders gave the opposition very limited space, with Johnny, Brandon,  Matthew and Jayden in goal, constantly sending it our way. With a healthy half time score board, the coach had the luxury of rotating players and Adam and Melina were like stone walls in defence with Adam nearly scoring from a goalie AFL kick. A well polished performance which has coaching, admin staff, members and fans abuzz with excitement. 10 nil - a great win.

Andrew
(posted 22:00 22 August 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 11: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Brighton Bullets - 04 August 2007
 
Another home game and with Nick and Terry's warm-up drills including corner kicks, and Yilmaz's inspirational speech, the Phoenix found the net in the 1st minute. Adam took a corner and it found Melina's knee and went in.  The teamwork grew an extra leg this week and the defence blocked the Bullets best striker numerous times until he got a long shot in. Henry saved heaps of hot shots in the 1st half and Dylan made a couple of miraculous saves in the second half with the coach of the under 9's (Dylan's Dad) looking on with excitement. David, Adam, Mathew and Melina created many shots which the goalie did well to save most of. Johnny, Conor, Julian and Jayden kept driving the ball forward and Melina goaled 3 more times with a couple of left footers after more excellent teamwork. A fantastic effort the coach would be proud of. Also, get well soon Jayden's Dad Glen.

Andrew
(posted 22:00 09 August 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 10: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Sandringham Brumbies - 28 July 2007
 
After a very even game at home we ended up with a 1 nil win. The defences for both sides were fantastic and after great teamwork Melina finally got one through the opposition. Again the defence was worked overtime and held out numerous attempts. Some of our defenders who are not as tall as some of the opposition are incredible the way they keep driving to the centre and forwards. A very tough match. Special mentions to Henry, Conor, Matthew, Johnny and Julian.
 
Andrew
(posted 22:00 09 August 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 9: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Beaumaris Seahawks - 21 July 2007

A great 4 to 1 win by the team with David kicking 1 goal and Melina 3 and the team played without any weak links at all. The defence has been impeccable starting with the goal keepers. The passing and teamwork continues to draw oohs and aaahs from the crowd. Great effort team.

Andrew
(posted 22:00 09 August 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 8: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Beaumaris Penguins - 14 July 2007
 
After the mid season break the team came back refreshed except Jayden who had just had a long flight from South Africa. Hopefully no SA teams have tried to sign him up. Melina dribbled and weaved and scored in the first couple of minutes to the enjoyment of the crowd and the Penguins evened up soon after. The rest of the game was a hard slog with both defences under pressure. The skills from both teams were great and Henry and Adam saved numerous goals. Johnny, Mathew, Julian, Conor continually drove the ball our way. David, Jayden, Melina, Dylan and Adam had quite a few shots and Henry enjoyed his freedom when relieved from the goals.
A great game fitting for a draw.
 
Andrew
(posted 17:00 04 August 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 7: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs East Bentleigh Strikers - Saturday 30 June 2007
 
Well we finally got back on the winners board with a disciplined 5 nil win over the Strikers. Melina and David slotted through 2 goals each and Mathew kicked 1 goal. Disappointingly Dylan copped a ball in the face from friendly fire and had 2 loose teeth removed before he wanted them out. Hopefully the tooth fairy came early. The teamwork and passing was exceptional from all and overall a well polished performance.

Andrew
(posted 17:00 04 August 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 6: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Hampton Hammers - Saturday 23 June 2007

We had a close fought 1-all draw with both defences under the pump all day and great saves were made by Henry and Adam. Both teams also has a disallowed goal each, but the consistent David came through after great teamwork and found the back of the net. The new guys, Matthew, Julian and Conor have really clicked in well.  Dylan did well through the centre with Melina and Jayden having a few close shots. Johnny kept thumping the ball our way. A great effort keeping the crowd on their toes.

Andrew
(posted 20:30 03 July 2007 by Andrew Ayres)
 
Round 5: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs vs Brighton Red Devils - Saturday 16 June 2007

In a high pressure game we went down 3 to 2 with 1 an own goal, so we deserved a draw but the standard of the kids in both teams was exceptional. Goals went to Jayden and Adam due to great team efforts.

Andrew
(posted 20:30 03 July 2007 by Andrew Ayres)
 
Round 4: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Sandringham Knights - Saturday 09 June 2007

A tough game was had today with us suffering a 7 nil loss. We stayed with the Knights until just before half time, but then the floodgates opened. They scored frequently with a few defence slip-ups, so a bit more training is needed so we can square the ledger next time. We did have our own shining knight in David who kicked our only goal. Better luck next time.

Andrew
(posted 20:30 03 July 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 3: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Glen Eira U8 Falcons - Saturday 02 June 2007

We played the Glen Eira Falcons at Mackie Road and ended up with a competitively fought 4-nil victory. The Falcons were vigorously defending well before great teamwork finished off by Melina resulted in our first goal. In the second half, the Phoenix continued to attack the goals, with Matthew finding the back of the net for his first with his new club and Dylan dribbing another through soon after having the crowd in rapture. Near the end, an unfortunate own goal gave us our fourth. Adam and Henry swapped goalie position and also both provided good running play forward, well supported by Conor, Jayden and David who created opportunities. Johnny and Brandon were busy driving through the midfield. A great team effort with good passing. Well done Phoenix.
 
Andrew
(posted 02:24 03 June 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 2: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Brighton Bullets - Saturday 26 May 2007

We journeyed to a windy Dendy Park to take on Brighton Bullets and had a very close tussle. Adam resumed from last week and found the net. Melina and David finding the same and David again later for his second. Each goal scorer kicking goals with their opposite feet after following the ball in and having the goalie fumble, so the skills are great. Brandon made his first appearance and was strong in attack. Julian, Johnny, Matthew and Jayden were hammered in defence but weathered the storm. Henry and Dylan saved many goals and we won 4 to 3. A great game with great skills from both sides.

Andrew
(posted 20:45 29 May 2007 by Andrew Ayres)

Round 1: Glen Eira U8 Phoenix vs Sandringham Brumbies - Saturday 19 May 2007

Well we finally got to kick the season off at home against the Sandringham Brumbies. The team mainly unchanged from last year, slotted into teamwork quickly. Minutes into the season, Adam found the back of the net, and proceeded to do the same three more times and would have nursed a sore foot at the end of the game. David snuck in for a goal as well after great goal keeping from Dylan and Jayden. Melina, Dylan, Conor and Christian drove the ball from the centre after invincible defence from Johnny, Julian, Matthew and Paul. 5 nil was the result and many thanks to Christian and Paul from the under 7's for filling in. They both have big futures. Conor, Matthew and Julian have all slotted straight into the team well.

Andrew
(posted 20:45 29 May 2007 by Andrew Ayres)