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Issue 025 March 22, 2012 Your independent local sports newspaper - 4325 7369 FREE FREE T he Qantas Australian U23s have completed their AFC Asian Qualifiers for the 2012 London Games campaign with a scoreless draw against the Iraq U23s at Bluetongue Stadium on Wednesday, March 14. On a balmy night at the picturesque bayside arena, an experimental and developmental Qantas Australian U23s outfit couldn’t quite manage to get the better of their rivals who proved to be stubborn opposition. While both teams strung together some neat build up play through midfield, neither side could find the killer pass or strike on goal. The Qantas Australian U23s goalkeeper, Mark Birighitti, and the Iraqi goalkeeper, Jalal Hassan Hachim, had relatively trouble-free matches with much of the contest played out in midfield. The game had a lively opening with chances arriving at both ends in the first ten minutes of play. In the fifth minute, Iraq could, and perhaps should have capitalised on a defensive error by Australia, while soon after midfielder Mustafa Amini nearly opened the door for Chris Harold. Amini’s pass was just a little too strong for Harold who worked tirelessly upfront throughout the match. Kept at bay by the new Qantas Australian U23s pairing of Brendan Hamill and Zac Anderson, the Iraq U23s were forced to shoot from range and they did so in the 17th minute. Birighitti, however, watched the shot from Ahmed Yaseen fly high of his crossbar. Chris Harold’s pace was proving a menace for the Iraqi backline and his good work drew a foul in the 36th minute of play following a pass from captain Ben Kantarovski. Unfortunately for Vidmar’s men, Dimitrios Petratos’ resulting free kick failed to trouble Hassan Hachim. Perhaps the best chance of the game came just two minutes before referee Yuichi Nishimura’s half-time whistle. Ammar Abdulhussein Ahmed fired a venomous shot at goal, however, was thwarted by an alert Birighitti who sprung into action to save the goal bound effort. The second stanza was close to a carbon copy of the first, with both teams struggling to create many clear-cut opportunities to break the deadlock. For Qantas Australian U23s, substitute Tomas Rogic and Harold both unleashed efforts from low percentage areas but couldn’t quite force Hassan Hachim into a meaningful save, while Abdulhussein Ahmed whisked a low, curling shot past the woodwork on in the 67th minute. Unfortunately for the 2071 fans that had made the trek to Central Coast Stadium, there were no goals to witness, with referee Nishimura calling time on the game after four minutes of added play. Qantas Australian U23 head coach Aurelio Vidmar said he was pleased with the effort of his players considering the limited preparation. “I thought there were some really strong performances from our goalkeeper, back four, central midfielders tonight. “Chris Harold also did quite a good job under very tough circumstances. “It was never going to be an easy match. “So considering we had only two light sessions and it was the first time this group had played together I thought we did a decent job,” concluded Vidmar. However, in the final analysis, the Australian team failed to score a goal throughout the entire campaign and therefore did not win a match. Unlike the Women’s team, the Olyroos have not qualified for the 2012 Olympics. Issues over the availability of players to be selected for the squad have been partly blamed for this failure and it is expected that the FFA will hold an internal enquiry to decide on how to improve on this result in future Olympic qualification campaigns. Olyroos’ scoreless qualification campaign Australia and Iraq U23's Line Up at Bluetongue Photo: ValsPix F our Kido Mingara Judo Academy members brought back medals from the Queensland International Open Judo Championships held in Brisbane recently. Liam Yokoyama, 16, in his U20 junior male division showed his solid judo skills over his opponents dominating the U60kg division by winning gold. In the senior men division, he found the going tougher but impressed his coaches by powering through with his fast ashi [foot] techniques that opened opponents for his big throws to securing a bronze. Melinda Brown was placed in the 52kg Junior Women U20 category, and had a challenging time with some difficult judging decisions but her solid groundwork and command of submission techniques secured her a bronze medal. Caroline Hain, after an injury break, re-entered the competition side of Judo with a strong showing against some solid opponents. Her winning comeback in the 48kg junior women was only stopped in the finals, having to settle for silver. In the cadet division, she managed a bronze being edged out on the diaz by her club mate, Angelina. Angelina Yokoyama just moved up from the girl divisions and did a fantastic job to secure a silver in the 48kg cadets. The 15-year-old then backed up in the U20 junior women with a bronze. With their already accumulated selection points Liam Yokoyama as well as his sister Angelina, joined by Caroline Hain and Melinda Brown have all been selected on the National team to compete at the Oceania Championship in Cairns in April this year. Judo club secures international medals by Pete Acciari

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Issue 025March 22, 2012 Your independent local sports newspaper - 4325 7369

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The Qantas Australian U23s

have completed their AFC Asian Qualifi ers for the 2012 London Games campaign with a scoreless draw against the Iraq U23s at Bluetongue Stadium on Wednesday, March 14.

On a balmy night at the picturesque bayside arena, an experimental and developmental Qantas Australian U23s outfi t couldn’t quite manage to get the better of their rivals who proved to be stubborn opposition.

While both teams strung together some neat build up play through midfi eld, neither side could fi nd the killer pass or strike on goal.

The Qantas Australian U23s goalkeeper, Mark Birighitti, and the Iraqi goalkeeper, Jalal Hassan Hachim, had relatively trouble-free matches with much of the contest played out in midfi eld.

The game had a lively opening with chances arriving at both ends in the fi rst ten minutes of play.

In the fi fth minute, Iraq could, and perhaps should

have capitalised on a defensive error by Australia, while soon after midfi elder Mustafa Amini nearly opened the door for Chris Harold.

Amini’s pass was just a little too strong for Harold who worked tirelessly upfront throughout the match.

Kept at bay by the new Qantas Australian U23s pairing of Brendan Hamill and Zac Anderson, the Iraq U23s were forced to shoot from range and they did so in the 17th minute.

Birighitti, however, watched the shot from Ahmed Yaseen fl y high of his crossbar.

Chris Harold’s pace was proving a menace for the Iraqi backline and his good work drew a foul in the 36th minute of play following a pass from captain Ben Kantarovski.

Unfortunately for Vidmar’s men, Dimitrios Petratos’ resulting free kick failed to trouble Hassan Hachim.

Perhaps the best chance of the game came just two minutes before referee Yuichi Nishimura’s half-time whistle.

Ammar Abdulhussein Ahmed fi red a venomous

shot at goal, however, was thwarted by an alert Birighitti who sprung into action to save the goal bound effort.

The second stanza was close to a carbon copy of the fi rst, with both teams struggling to create many clear-cut opportunities to break the deadlock.

For Qantas Australian U23s, substitute Tomas Rogic and Harold both unleashed efforts from low percentage areas but couldn’t quite force Hassan Hachim into a meaningful save, while Abdulhussein Ahmed whisked a low, curling shot past the woodwork on in the 67th minute.

Unfortunately for the 2071 fans that had made the trek to Central Coast Stadium, there were no goals to witness, with referee Nishimura calling time on the game after four minutes of added play.

Qantas Australian U23 head coach Aurelio Vidmar said he was pleased with the effort of his players considering the limited preparation.

“I thought there were some really strong performances from our goalkeeper, back four, central midfi elders tonight.

“Chris Harold also did quite a good job under very tough circumstances.

“It was never going to be an easy match.

“So considering we had only two light sessions and it was the fi rst time this group had played together I thought we did a decent

job,” concluded Vidmar. However, in the fi nal

analysis, the Australian team failed to score a goal throughout the entire campaign and therefore did not win a match.

Unlike the Women’s team, the Olyroos have not qualifi ed for the 2012

Olympics.Issues over the availability

of players to be selected for the squad have been partly blamed for this failure and it is expected that the FFA will hold an internal enquiry to decide on how to improve on this result in future Olympic qualifi cation campaigns.

Olyroos’ scoreless qualifi cation campaign

Australia and Iraq U23's Line Up at Bluetongue

Photo: ValsPix

Four Kido Mingara Judo Academy

members brought back medals from the Queensland International Open Judo Championships held in Brisbane recently.

Liam Yokoyama, 16, in his U20 junior male division showed his solid judo skills over his opponents dominating the U60kg division by winning gold.

In the senior men division, he found the going tougher but impressed his coaches by powering through with his fast ashi [foot] techniques that opened opponents for

his big throws to securing a bronze.

Melinda Brown was placed in the 52kg Junior Women U20 category, and had a challenging time with some diffi cult judging decisions but her solid groundwork and command of submission techniques secured her a bronze medal.

Caroline Hain, after an injury break, re-entered the competition side of Judo with a strong showing against some solid opponents.

Her winning comeback in the 48kg junior women was only stopped in the fi nals, having to settle for silver.

In the cadet division, she managed a bronze being

edged out on the diaz by her club mate, Angelina.

Angelina Yokoyama just moved up from the girl divisions and did a fantastic job to secure a silver in the 48kg cadets.

The 15-year-old then backed up in the U20 junior women with a bronze.

With their already accumulated selection points Liam Yokoyama as well as his sister Angelina, joined by Caroline Hain and Melinda Brown have all been selected on the National team to compete at the Oceania Championship in Cairns in April this year.

Judo club secures international medals

by Pete Acciari

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NSW Surf Life Saving has chosen Umina and Ocean Beach as hosts for the State life saving championships for the next two years.

The events will run over seven days and encompasses two consecutive weekends in March.

The championship is expected to attract over 8000 competitors.

Central Coast Tourism’s chief executive offi cer Mr Ollie Philpot said that being the host destination for such a high profi le event would provide substantial benefi ts for the region.

“This world-class event will no doubt catapult the Central Coast as a pre-eminent destination for a beach holiday and a serious contender for other State and National events.”

He claimed that overall the event would inject an estimated $36 million into the local economy over the two years.

“With an infl ux of thousands of competitors and their families, our local tourism operators and other businesses should see this as a bonanza for their business during a traditionally off-peak period,” continued Philpot.

Central Coast Tourism’s business and tourism events manager Mr Chris King said he would be working closely with both Gosford Council and Wyong Council to deliver a successful event which would be key in leveraging the profi le of the Central Coast as a host destination for other State and National Championships.

Mayor of Gosford Cr Laurie Maher said that hosting the Championships would provide a great boost for tourism and small business in Umina Beach and surrounding areas.

“With an infl ux of visitors before, during and after the competition period, businesses in the area will benefi t from a major increase in customers.

“Competitors, their families and spectators from around NSW will be utilising short term accommodation and numerous other services during their stay.

“It is anticipated that the championships will generate an estimated $18 million [per year] for the host city, an exciting prospect

for the Umina Beach area.“Surf life savers from across

the state will be able to see fi rsthand the signifi cant investment that Council has made into infrastructure to support beach safety and the maintenance of the beautiful beaches we enjoy in the Gosford Local Government Area,” said Cr Maher.

Gosford Council’s manager of open space and leisure services Mr Phil Moore said Council would be providing in-kind support during the event.

“In partnership with Central Coast Tourism, NSW and Central Coast Surf Life Saving, Council offi cers will be working to provide a safe and enjoyable event for competitors and spectators.

“Council will be providing a number of beach vehicles, fencing, lighting and access services for the event, with Central Coast tourism providing assistance to spectators and competitors in securing accommodation and other services,” said Mr Moore.

Surf Life Saving NSW president Mr Tony Haven said Umina and Ocean Beach would provide a world-class venue for the state’s premier surf sports event, which attracts more than 8000 competitors.

“Gosford Council has been very supportive of this event and the location is ideal, close to the majority of competitors, with great accommodation options and easy access.

“The facilities available to competitors and the overall support from Gosford Council were major factors in selecting Umina and Ocean Beach to host of the event ahead of six other Councils who expressed interest in hosting the event.

“Both clubs also have a wealth of experience in conducting successful surf events on a large scale, with the 2005 Championships held here at Umina and Ocean Beach one of our most successful to date with over 800 entrants,” said Mr Haven.

Media Release, 12 Mar 2012 Chris Kind, Central

Coast TourismMedia Release, 7 Mar 2012

Laurie Maher, Gosford Council

Umina to host surf life saving championships

Cr Peter Freewater, of Horsfi eld Bay, has quit the Central Coast Greens and has declared his intention to run as an Independent candidate in the upcoming local government election in September.

“My years of work to fi ght for the community against a questionable Gosford Council have not been supported by certain other local Greens,” he said.

“I feel that I can serve the community better as an independent.”

Cr Freewater said relationships with fellow Greens had soured in recent months over issues such as the compulsory acquisition of Bambara, the use of Coastal Open

Space System (COSS) funds to buy a quarry, Gosford Public School and the Gosford Landing.

Cr Freewater stated that while NSW Greens have supported him, local Greens have not.

“Lee Rhiannon helped me fi ght against sand mining operations, John Kaye has joined the fi ght against the removal of Gosford Public School and David Shoebridge has slammed Council over their ridiculous Code of Conduct charges,” said Cr Freewater.

“It’s the lack of support from members of the Central Coast Greens that has disappointed me and led to my decision to stand as an independent.”

Cr Freewater said: “It will be very diffi cult to get elected without

the support of the Central Coast Greens and the many volunteers that assist the campaign.”

“However, I am hopeful that others in the community will support me just as I have supported them and that with this support I can run a successful campaign and be re-elected to Council in September.

“There are a lot of people in the community that are sick of Gosford Council and appreciate the fact I have the guts to stand up to them and speak the truth.

“The community want a strong leader and they deserve an honest and transparent government.

“I will be looking for others to join me in my fi ght to clean up Gosford Council.”

Media Release, 16 Mar 2012Peter Freewater, Horsfi eld Bay

Freewater quits Greens

The Broken Bay Joey Scouts attended the Umina Fire Station on Wednesday, February 22, to learn about fi re safety and emergencies.

The group took a guided tour of the building, during which they got to sit in the trucks, use the

water hoses, wear the uniforms, see what happens when a 000 call comes through and learn about fi re awareness at home and in the community.

The fi remen showed them the safety equipment used in emergencies and what type of call

outs the fi re brigade attend to.The Joeys meet at Umina Scout

Hall on Wednesdays from 5pm until 6pm.

E-mail, 12 Mar 2012Kerrie Boxsell, Broken

Bay Scouts

Joeys visit fi re station

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It also unanimously agreed that phase 1 of the project, which delivers all major public infrastructure, be progressed to the Minister for endorsement as a matter of priority.

Council said it still, however, strongly recommends the progression of phase one as a priority, as this would provide major public infrastructure in the area.

The recommendation was adopted unanimously at Council’s meeting of Tuesday, March 6, due to the “huge community concern and input in regard to phase three (waterfront)”.

Cr Craig Doyle said phase one was the most important step in the process in order to “see Gosford great again”.

“It is absolutely vital that we get some momentum behind this thing,” said Cr Doyle.

“Sometimes you have to think outside the box and when you do that you are not going to get everybody to agree on everything.”

Former mayor Malcolm Brooks spoke at the meeting on behalf of the Friends of Gosford and said the group “wholeheartedly endorsed the notice of motion proposed by Cr Doyle”.

“We believe the motion truthfully refl ects public opinion as expressed by 4000 petitioners and 600 plus submissions to the NSW Planning Department, of which, 97 per cent opposed the landing and its 10 storey fi nger wharves.

“Like Cr Doyle, we strongly believe the public open space on our foreshore and in front of the stadium must be preserved for all of our community and for our future generations.

“Our foreshore area should not be developed as a quick fi x for problems in the CBD.

“Indeed, we believe the current plan would do little for the CBD and less for the community.

“Our group is driven by a passion to see Gosford develop in an appropriate and sustainable manner for the long term benefi t of the whole community.

“In saying that, the waterfront needs to be a playground for the people not a playpen for the rich.

Gosford Council Agenda NM.4, 6 Mar 2012 Email, 7 Mar 2012 Malcolm Brooks,

Friends of Gosford

Landing Phase 1 to proceed to next stage

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Gosford Council has agreed to write to the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC) requesting that

phases two and three of the Gosford Landing Proposal be withdrawn to allow further consideration from stakeholders.

The applicant, E J Knight and Co, said the development has the capacity to provide for affordable housing with 112 caravan-relocatable home sites and create over 50 short term construction and manufacturing jobs together with fi ve part time and full time jobs when the development is completed.

The site is immediately adjacent to existing residential parks including Pineneedles, Karalta Court

and Erina Gardens.The land has been owned

by the applicant since the early 1980s, when the site formed part of a larger original land holding.

On April 30, 1982, Gosford Council granted consent to a 20 unit motel and 245 caravan sites whereby the proposed motel was located on the front portion of the land.

The development consent was physically commenced

and the caravan park portion was constructed.

In 1994, a draft plan of subdivision was prepared which excised the portion of the property that contained the proposed motel from the balance of the site containing the existing Pineneedles development.

The plan was registered with the Land Titles Offi ce on July 3, 2001.

A development application was lodged

in 2005 (DA 29389) for a Residential Flat Building which consisted of seven residential apartment buildings with basement car parks containing 130 units and 23 townhouses and villas.

The application was refused by Gosford Council and subsequently appealed by the applicant in the Land and Environment Court of NSW.

Deferred commencement development consent was issued by the NSW Land and Environment Court on

August 20, 2008, under Appeal No. 10638 of 2007 subject to a number of conditions that were required to be met to the satisfaction of Council.

The applicant requested that the underlying 2(c) Residential zone be retained which would allow, with the consent of Council, the demolition of the existing single and two storey brick residential cottage and swimming pool, demolition of the existing hardiplank cottage at the Karalta Rd ingress-egress

to the Pineneedles battle-axe entry, construction of caravan-relocatable home sites, construction of internal service roads and stormwater drainage, construction of utilities including water, sewer, electricity, MATV and telecommunications, the provision of communal facilities, communal open space areas and the construction of internal and perimeter landscaping.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.16, 6 Mar 2012

Another mobile home park for ErinaGosford Council has agreed to prepare a planning proposal to

permit caravan parks, relocatable home parks and manufactured home parks at 75-83 Karalta Rd, Erina.

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Umina PCYC boxing student,

Satali Tevi-Fuimaono has returned from the National Amateur Boxing Titles in Tasmania, held in the fi rst week of February, with his second Australian gold medal and his eyes fi rmly fi xed on the World Championships in Kansas later in the year.

The 14-year-old was the youngest boxer in the Under-16 age group, however, his march toward the 63kg (junior welter-weight) belt could not be stopped, said Satali’s coach Mr Joel Keegan who is also the PCYC Boxing director.

“Matched in the semi-fi nal against defending champion Luke Pilarinos from Victoria, Tevi-Fuimaono put on a great display of tactical boxing to beat his highly credentialed opponent,” said Mr Keegan.

Pilarinos was trained by former world champion Barry Michael and has just returned from last year’s World Championships in Kazakhstan.

Mr Keegan said he was widely expected to be too much for the young Umina boxer but Tevi-Fuimaono was undeterred.

“This bout in particular proves the maturity of Satali,” he said.

“He goes up against a kid he knows has runs on the board, but still fi ghts smarter than him.

“Skill is one thing, but to be so switched on is impressive,” he said.

The fi nal brought Honi Hone, Queensland’s hot prospect and a convincing semi-fi nal winner, up to the plate.

“The bout looked like it might have been one of the most memorable of

the tournament,” said Mr Keegan.

T e v i - F u i m a o n o took the fi ght from the Queenslander right away by shooting out to a 7-0 lead at the completion of the fi rst round.

With a fi nal score of 14-3, it was the widest margin of the tournament for all junior bouts.

“It’s always good to see Satali put the foot down and put up a score on a weekend when most boxers struggled to score effectively,” said Mr Keegan.

Plans for Tevi-Fuimaono to take on the world’s best in Kansas, USA, later in the year are in full swing and Umina PCYC boxing coach said he was optimistic.

“No Australian boxer has ever won the Ringside World Championships, but I’d like to think Satali would give it a real shake.

“His combination of skill and power, dedication and

desire make him a special 14-year-old.

“Having said that, Kansas is full of kids like Satali, and we are fully aware of just how tough the assignment will be.”

Key to Tevi-Fuimaono’s preparation will be his participation in the inaugural Australian Fitness and Health EXPO Invitational Titles at Darling Harbour in April.

“This will be a very prestigious event, and to be extended one of the few invites as a junior boxer is wonderful recognition of his hard work and promise,” said Mr Keegan.

The recognition continues with Tevi-Fuimaono’s placement in a series of television commercials promoting the PCYC’s 75th anniversary.

Tevi-Fuimaono was chosen on the back of being awarded Young Achiever of the Year 2011 throughout all PCYC’s in NSW.

Satali is Australian boxing champion again

by Joel Keegan

Gosford Council has hired

a sports turf consultant in an effort to improve the playing surface at Bluetongue Stadium.

Council issued a response to an article written by Julia de Meyrick in football publication Four Four Two on February 22, stating that Bluetongue Stadium was the “worst pitch in the A-league”.

Ms de Meyrick said the

pitch was in an “appalling state” and Gosford Council “apparently [have] scant regard for the needs of their only permanent tenant [Central Coast Mariners]”.

Gosford Council’s open space and leisure services manager Mr Phil Moore said Council was always striving to have the best playing surface possible on Bluetongue stadium.

“As this is a community facility, we don’t have the option of high cost turf replacement that other

stadiums have.“An independent

specialist consultant in sports turf has been engaged and we are utilising their experience to assist in constantly improving the playing surface through reviewing all the practices associated with it.

“We are aiming to provide the best surface possible for all users of the facility, including the Central Coast Mariners,” said Mr Moore.

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A month of Sunday trials pointed the

clubs of the Central Coast Junior Rugby League toward a bumper 50th anniversary season which is due to kick off on April 21.

The big wet thankfully abated (somewhat) over the most recent of weekends, allowing budding young footballers to pull on their boots, chew down on newly molded mouth guards before tearing headlong into the fray.

Ignoring spongy conditions, the Woy Woy Roosters have retained the Johns-Eadie Trophy for a third consecutive year following their annual interclub challenge with the Goannas from Cessnock.

In a keen tussle, the Roosters prevailed by just the single victory, six and a half wins to fi ve and a half with the decimal being brought about by the U14s game fi nishing at fi ve apiece.

Gosford-Kariong Storm headed north to face the Valentine Red Devils to kick off their trial fi xtures after experiencing a wash out the

previous weekend against Asquith.

In positive news for the game on the Coast, the Blue Haven Raiders report a continued increase in

player registrations covering both boys and girls as they prepare for an April Fools Day hit out at Umina.

Last season’s most successful junior club, the

Kincumber Colts have begun fi ne tuning their vast pool of talent with practice matches against the Terrigal Sharks and the Wyong Roos.

In NSWRL junior rep’s

action, the Central Coast Centurions have continued to shine in the elite Matthews Cup competition.

The U16 boys notched an impressive round fi ve victory

over Manly at Brookvale after fi ghting back from a 0-4 halftime defi cit.

The Coasties powered away after the break to notch four unanswered tries, defeating the maroon and whites 18-4 and were due to tackle the undefeated Rabbitohs at Redfern last Saturday, however, a soggy pitch forced the famous ground to be closed.

Four wins from fi ve starts sees the Centurions fi rmly entrenched in the top 8 with games looming against Souths (away), Parramatta (away), Newcastle (home) and Canberra (home) before an appearance in the mid April quarter fi nals can be entertained.

Meanwhile, the Centurions SG Ball team has run into very stiff opposition of late, succumbing 38-6 to the unbeaten Sea Eagles in their latest outing, a Manly team that houses a smattering of talented Coast juniors amongst its ranks: including Will Pearsall, Dallas Koen and 2011 Central Coast Junior Rugby League player of the year Blake Harrison.

Junior rugby league to celebrate 50 years

by Andrew Stark

Gosford Kariong under 11s had a strong 28-12 win over Newcastle club, Valentine in their fi rst trial of 2012

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The Central Coast Marlins have

secured a spot in the Sydney Major League (SML) Grand Final after winning two games in their best of three series against Canterbury at Blacktown Olympic Sports Park at the weekend of Saturday, March 10.

The Marlins resumed the suspended game from Wednesday, March 7, which was tied 1-1 after fi ve complete innings.

In a tightly contested affair, neither team was able to score until the bottom of the ninth inning where the Marlins took game one of their SML major semi-fi nal series against Canterbury, with a walk off 2-1 victory.

Dan Rogers’ athletic slide around the catcher’s tag with two out in the bottom of the ninth after Moko Moanaroa’s sacrifi ce plated the winning run.

Jarrett Commane threw four scoreless innings to pick up the win.

The Marlins won a thriller in game two when they defeated Canterbury 2-1 to claim a spot

in the SML grand fi nal.Both teams traded runs

in the fi rst inning after Tom O’Gorman knocked in the fi rst runs for the Marlins side.

The Marlins hit the lead in the fourth when Michael Campbell had a clutch two out hit to give the marlins a lead 2-1, a lead they would not surrender.

Marlins rode the arm of starting pitcher Aidan Francis, who pitched eight innings for just the one run.

The win was the Marlins 13th consecutive victory and will see them play in the clubs fi rst shot at the fi rst Grade title.

The Marlins will begin the grand fi nal series on Saturday, March 25.

The U18s Marlins side season came to an unfortunate end after leading 8-2 in the Major semi-fi nal which was abandoned.

Due to weather conditions, the side was forced to play in a sudden death elimination fi nal which they lost 5-1 against Ryde Hawks.

The Marlins Women’s side have also qualifi ed for the Grand Final after they progressed though a washout.

They will take on the Ryde Hawks on Friday at Blacktown Olympic Sports Park.

Marlins in Sydney

League Grand Final

by Michael Ashton and Paul Anderson

The division one OZTAG grand

fi nal, held at Bateau Bay on Monday, March 12, produced one of the greatest games of the season between Minor Premiers “Bumnuts” and their arch rivals “Tumbi Gumbies”.

Bumnuts were fi rst to score, courtesy of a try to Blake (Chief) Downes, but Tumbi struck back with tries to Jeff Coroneos, Ben Maher and Brendan Martin to lead 3-1 at half time.

A chip and regather by Bumnuts’ Pat Hart took the

score to 2-3.The Gumbies’ Shannon

O’Brien caught the defence napping and darted over to

make it 4-2.The Bumnuts started to

throw the ball around and scored two team tries, both

fi nished by fl ying winger Mitch Wallis to level the scores with only minutes remaining.

Adam Rumplers try appeared to wrap up the game giving Gumbies a 5-4 lead with seconds remaining.

In one of the last plays of the game, Bumnuts Scott McDonald sent through a deep kick and Wallis won the race, regathered and scored the match equalizer as the hooter sounded.

In extra time, Jarrod Sharp sliced through and sent the ball to Wallis who scored his fourth and match winning try, the Bumnuts winning 6-5.

Bumnuts win OZTAG grand fi nal

by George Pace

Back Row- Pat Hart,Luke Sharp,Jarrod Sharp,Scott McDonald,Alex

Zuk,Mitch Wallis,Liam Anderson Front Row- Regan Sharp,George

Pace,Blake Downes

The Central Coast Academy of Sport

is seeking fundraising support to help offset the costs of over 100 athletes, coaches, offi cials and administrators from

the Central Coast region attending and participating in the 2012 ClubsNSW Academy Games to be held in Wollongong from Friday, April 13, to Sunday, April 15.

All funds raised will be directed towards offsetting costs and building further value and tour experiences for the athletes, coaches, offi cials and administrators involved.

The annual ClubsNSW Academy Games is an

Support sought for academy games attendance

Olympic style event where all 11 Regional Academies of Sport from around the state come together to compete against each other in a number of different sports.

The Central Coast Academy of Sport is calling on local businesses to throw their support behind the squad touring to the 2012 ClubsNSW Academy Games.

The target is to get 50 local businesses to donate just $100 towards the cause.

It is important to note, however, that if the target is not reached, then the Academy doesn’t end up getting any of the funds pledged.

The Central Coast Academy of Sport will recognise all contributions with a unique certifi cate.

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Melbourne-based bus inessman

Sean Sampson, stopped in at Wagstaffe on his 2500km journey from Brisbane to Melbourne, raising money to support those living with Multiple Sclerosis.

Sean pulled in to the Central Coast on Friday, March 16, and caught the ferry from Wagstaffe to Palm Beach.

The idea started just two years ago when Sean began cycling to work.

He said he quickly developed a taste for the open road and the thrill of pedalling up the nearest mountain.

“Then one day, I said to my wife that I would ride from Sydney to Melbourne after Christmas, she thought I was crazy at fi rst,” Mr Sampson said.

He said he had heard about a charity, formed by people with MS and their families and friends, who were raising funds to fi nd answers to treat the debilitating disease.

“MS is an incurable disease which often hits when people are in the prime of their lives, attacking their brain and spinal cord causing irreparable damage,” Sean said.

“My aim is to raise more awareness about multiple sclerosis and tell to people how they can become involved in helping future research into defi ning the causes of MS,” he said.

Sean began his journey in Brisbane on Saturday,

March 10, from Southbank.He crossed the Sydney

Harbour Bridge on its 80th birthday on Sunday, March 18, and said he hoped to reach Melbourne by Saturday, March 24.

His goal is to raise at least $10,000 for research into multiple sclerosis.

“I am doing this ride for the 21,000 Australians currently living with MS and I encourage anyone interested in joining me for the ride, one day or even one kilometre, just contact me,” he said.

“People need to know that you don’t need to have MS or know someone with the disease to help out or volunteer for this great cause.”

To donate to Sean’s ride for the MS Foundation 5 Million Plus visit www.brisbane2melbourne.com.

Sean’s quest will raise

awareness and money for two charities, Foundation 5 Million Plus, a community

fundraising initiative of MS Research Australia, and Cottage by the Sea.

2500k bike ride for charitycourtesy Peninsula News

Sean SampsonPhoto: Naomi Bridges

YMCA-managed Lake Haven

Recreation Centre and Toukley Aquatic Centre are inviting the young at heart on the Central Coast to go to either Centre during NSW Seniors Week and get involved in a number of fun, free activities.

With the theme Live Life! NSW Seniors Week, which runs until Sunday, March 25, is an opportunity for older members of the community to get fi t, healthy and connect with others through involvement in a range of locally-run activities.

The YMCA, as a vibrant, self-funding, not-for-profi t charity dedicated to the promotion of healthy living and a focus on family, is committed to fostering a sense of connection and belonging among the community’s older population.

The Y’s fl agship health and fi tness program for seniors, prYme Movers, embraces the three principles of Fitness, Fun and Friendship, to enable members aged 55 and over to live happy and healthy lives.

YMCA-managed Lake Haven Recreation Centre and Toukley Aquatic Centre, in partnership with Wyong

Shire Council, are offering a host of fun activities and events planned for members and non-members and invites everyone to get involved.

Some of the free programs and activities being offered throughout the week include “Active over 50s” fi tness classes, Aqua classes and bingo, with a free morning tea almost every day of the week.

Lake Haven Recreation Centre centre-manager, Ms Michelle Barton said while the Centre has a special focus on older members of the community in its everyday programming, NSW Seniors Week was a chance to celebrate these members and encourage greater participation from the broader community.

“Programs and services targeting older people which encourage the adoption of a healthy life both physically, mentally and socially, have never been so important as the Australian population continues to age,” she said.

“The Y is dedicated to helping people live happier, healthier lives and NSW Seniors Week is a perfect opportunity to open our doors to the older members of our community so they can see the benefi ts of living an active, social life for themselves.”

Free activities for Seniors

Week at YMCA

by Andrew Marsh

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Bowls is all about enjoying the outdoors, having fun and enjoying the company of others. It is a friendly sport played by men and women of all ages and can be as social or as competitive as you wish to make it. Clubs offer an excellent

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Clubs on the Central Coast – Avoca Beach, Bateau Bay, Davistown RSL, Diggers @ The Entrance, Ettalong Memorial, Everglades, Gosford City, Golden Hind, Gwandalan, Halekulani, Mingara, Mooney Mooney, Morisset, Munmorah United, Norah Head, Ourimbah-Lisarow RSL, Terrigal, The Entrance, Toukley District, Toukley RSL. Umina Beach, Wamberal, Woy Woy, Wyong, Wyong RSL

Wildcats will advance to

this week’s grand-fi nal after they won in the fi nal innings by fi ve runs to four, courtesy of a Nathan Corrigan single that drove in the winning run.

James Donaghue pitched seven innings for Wildcats, giving up four runs on 10 hits with three strike outs.

Justin McPhan fi nished the game giving up a hit in his two innings for no runs and four strike outs.

Danny Smith for Mingara

Rebels was outstanding in centre fi eld taking eight catches while Justin McPhan for Wildcats and Todd Bowden, Kurt Eden and Todd Nichols all had multi hit games for Mingara Rebels.

In the end, Nathan Corrigan drove in the winning run in the ninth innings to see Wildcats advance to face the Indians next week.

In the lower grades, Indians won through to face Mingara Rebels in second grade, Wildcats overcame Pirates in third grade.

In fourth grade Indians

outplayed Mohawks to secure a clash with the Braves and Mingara Rebels won through over Pirates to face Wooducks in the fi fth grade grand fi nal.

The grand fi nals of the summer baseball will take place next Saturday at Watanobbi.

Fifth: Wooducks (Indians) v Rebels starting 8am

Fourth: Braves (Indians) v Indians starting 9.40am

Third: Indians v Wildcats starting 11.20am

Second: Rebels v Indians starting 1.15pm

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Indians dominate baseball grand fi nals

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Berkeley Vale has taken out

the 2012 Hill and Co Lawyers Men’s Central Coast Cup Final with a 2-0 win over Budgewoi at Pluim Park, Lisarow.

Berkeley Vale took the lead in the fi rst minute of the match through in-form striker, Scott Imberger.

The game remained in the balance until the 89th minute, when Brenton Olzomer converted from the penalty spot.

The penalty occurred when Imberger was brought down by Mitchell Marlin in the box.

Earlier, Budgewoi had missed the chance to

equalise with their own penalty.

It was Berkeley Vale’s second Cup success in three years and their fourth fi nal in fi ve years.

The inaugural Reserve Grade Central Coast Cup proved to be a repeat of the 2011 Premier League Reserve Grade grand fi nal with Wyoming defeating Berkeley Vale 1-0.

The match was scoreless at full-time and looked headed for a penalty shootout when Daniel Edwards scored with less than two minutes remaining in the second half of extra time.

Gosford City continued its domination of the local

competition with a 4-1 win over a plucky Kariong team in the Women’s Central Coast Cup.

Super striker Natalie Dawson continued her ‘golden boot’ form from 2011, bagging a double, while goals to newcomer Sarah McPherson and Nicky Jarman sealed the win.

Kayla Vanderfi eld was the outstanding performer for the gallant Kariong team and scored a lovely goal after fi nding herself one on one with the young Gosford keeper, however, it was too little too late with the experienced Gosford ensuring their unbeaten record of two years is still intact.

Coast Cup Finals decided

by Alistair Kennedy

Country Rugby Championships

commenceby Larry Thomson

Central Coast opens up its 2012

campaign in the NSW Country Rugby Championships this coming Saturday at Lismore.

Last year, Central Coast fi nished third in this competition and, this year, reappointed coaches Scott Bath and Karl Von Kotze said they wish to go all the way and take out the Championship.

Central Coast have played only the one trial in preparation for this match but have trained well since mid January and have settled on a team that contains both experience and youth.

Central Coast will rely heavily on their strong forward pack where former NSW Country players Peter Steele, Adam Winter, and Shannon Beavan will lead from the front.

Although there have been many changes in the backline from previous years, with the retirement from representative duties of several players, the team has settled on a stable set of backs.

Players such as Adam Carlisle, Tim Hill and Dennis Raft are not playing this year but there has been the addition of players such as fi ve-eight Mitch Graham and centre Brenton Law.

“The forward pack is very strong and experienced,” said Central Coast Rugby Union representative Mr Larry Thomson.

“With players like those mentioned above, as well as Brett Cunningham and Brett Marchant, the set piece will not take a backward step all day and will be very strong in both the scrum and the

lineout.“There is a sprinkling of

younger players in the team this year which does add a new dimension.

“Players such as prop Kevin McNamara, fl anker Bradd Sheridan and halves Scott Hanley and Josh Holman give the team that element of youth and enthusiasm.

“Unfortunately, prop Luke Sheridan cannot make the trip to Lismore for personal reasons but will be available the following weekend for the Finals at Morry Breen Oval.

“Central Coast also has good depth on the bench and there will be many substitutions during the game.

“This group of players have committed themselves to Central Coast representative rugby this season and they have worked well as unit since early January.

“Far North Coast has had a good build up to this game with very good trials.

“This will be a tight match throughout and with so much at stake, the intensity will be there from start to fi nish,” he said.

These two teams played each other last year on the Central Coast and the Central Coast team just got home in a close one.

“It will be much the same scenario this year and the Central Coast team this year have to travel the long distance north to Lismore,” said Thomson.

“The team will leave on Friday morning and will be fully prepared for a tough match on Saturday.

“The winners of this match know they will continue in the quest for the prestigious Caldwell Cup,” he said.

“The Colts game beforehand should also be a beauty.”

Central Coast take on Far North Coast in the U20 fi xture and this game kicks off at 2pm in Lismore.

The local Colts team have also played only the one trail but should be primed for a good effort on Saturday.

Many of the players are regular fi rst graders on the Central Coast.

Players to look out for in the Central Coast team are last year’s Country captain and lock Tyler Jones, and fl anker Hugo Pike.

Three students from Point Clare

Public School have excelled in their chosen sporting fi eld recently.

Nathan Smith has been selected in the Central

Coast Aussie Rules team and trialled for the Sydney North team on Tuesday, March 20.

Lachlan Muir and Paris Blair have been selected in the Woy Woy Zone football team.

Point Clare students excel

by Steven Rayner

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A 47th minute h e a d e d

goal by young-gun Bernie Ibini sealed the Central Coast Mariners a vital 1-0 win over Adelaide United at Bluetongue Stadium on Saturday, March 17.

Latching on to a precise cross from right-back Pedj Bojic, Ibini nodded past Eugene Galekovic to give Graham Arnold’s team the decisive goal they needed to ensure they maintained their two-point buffer atop the Hyundai A-League ladder.

The talented marksman’s sixth goal of the season proved critical as Brisbane Roar scored a late winner from the penalty spot against Newcastle Jets in the simultaneous Hyundai A-League fi xture to ensure the race for the Premiers’ Plate will go down to the fi nal day of the regular campaign.

After a hectic period of travelling, training, and matches across two

continents, two weather systems and three stadiums, Arnold elected to start with a fresh attacking trio including Bernie Ibini with John Sutton, with Mustafa Amini playing in behind the two strikers.

Out of contention of a fi nals berth, Adelaide United very nearly ambushed

Brisbane Roar the weekend before and were desperate to give the Mariners more of the same treatment when they took to a Bluetongue pitch doused in torrential rain.

Had Bruce Djite’s header gone an inch to the left, the visitors very well could have taken an early lead.

Nevertheless, both teams found chances hard to come by in the opening half, with the Mariners’ best opportunity falling to Bojic just before the break when he was found steaming in at the far post.

Unfortunately, Bojic couldn’t keep his shot down and the half chance went

begging.Whatever Arnold said to

his team at half time clearly worked as the Mariners came out reinvigorated and alert and, it would take them just two minutes into the second stanza to take the lead.

With skill, Bojic found Ibini who made no mistake

with his header to send the yellow and navy ahead.

From there, Central Coast largely dominated proceedings, eager to ensure they did their part in the race for fi rst place.

And while Michael McGlinchey hit the post with a sweet free kick that evaded all bar the post, and Dutch defender Patrick Zwaanswijk forced Galekovic into a super save, the Mariners couldn’t quite extend their advantage before referee Ben Williams’ fi nal whistle.

Mathew Ryan kept his nerve in the closing stages of the match to deal with some diffi cult crosses to ensure Adelaide didn’t restore parity.

After the match, Arnold said he didn’t fear an away trip to Wellington in the fi nalround of the competition to secure fi rst place and added that he wouldn’t need to motivate his players for the momentous match.

“We’ve got a great record in Wellington, a fantastic record against them and

Mariners’ win maintains two point buffer on top

by Ben O’Neill

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a very good record over there since I’ve been here so we’ll go there very, very confi dent to get what we need,” he said.

“At the start of the year our goal was to get in the top six.

“To replicate what they’ve done last year already and get second spot guaranteed, it’s been a phenomenal performance by the players.”

He also said that the way his players performed in the second stanza against the Reds was testament to the character of his group.

“The will to win within this group is great,” he said.

You never win anything by passing on responsibility and I felt that in the fi rst half it was quite fl at but the second half was an excellent performance.

“I think that was the best that we’ve played in the second half with our brains.

“The boys did exceptionally well in the second half.”

Central Coast Mariners 1 (Ibini 47’)

Adelaide United 0Central Coast Mariners:

1. Mathew RYAN, 3. Joshua ROSE, 4. Pedj BOJIC, 6. Patrick ZWAANSWIJK, 7. John HUTCHINSON, 9. Bernie IBINI (12. Troy HEARFIELD 82’), 11. Oliver BOZANIC, 12. Troy HEARFIELD, 14. Michael MCGLINCHEY, 18. Alex WILKINSON (C), 19. John SUTTON (23. Adam KWASNIK 66’), 22. Mustafa AMINI (17. Tomas ROGIC 88’)

Subs not used: 20. Justin PASFIELD

Yellow Cards: NoneRed Cards: NoneAdelaide United: 1.

Eugene GALEKOVIC, 2. Osama MALIK (15. Jacob MELLING 66’), 3. Nigel BOOGAARD, 4. Jonathan MCKAIN, 7. Zenon CARAVELLA, 10. Dario VIDOSIC, 11. Bruce DJITE (9. Sergio VAN DIJK 55’), 12. Antony GOLEC, 17. Iain RAMSAY (14. Cameron WATSON 50’), 21. Francisco USUCAR

Subs not used: 20. Mark BIRIGHITTI

Yellow Cards: Golec, Caravella, Galekovic, Boogaard

Red Cards: NoneReferee: Ben WILLIAMSCrowd: 7,275

Central Coast M a r i n e r s

Football Club shared the 2012 Harmony Day message to a wide audience on Wednesday, March 21, that ‘Everyone Belongs’, with the initiative’s logo freshly emblazoned across their AFC Champions League kit.

Mariners chairman Mr Peter Turnbull said it was great to partner with a community cause so easily linked to the world game.

This was further strengthened by having the message on the players’ shirts for their AFC Champions League match against Japan’s Nagoya Grampus.

“Driving positive messages into the community has been core to the Mariners essence from day one,” Turnbull said.

“As our profi le grows

through continued national success and international competitions, the opportunity to highlight messages that are relevant on local and global scales is very exciting and indeed a responsibility we take very seriously.”

Players from Australia, Japan, Brazil, England, Colombia and New Zealand shared the fi eld in the truly global football affair at Central Coast Stadium.

Brought together by the game in a way that few other sports can, Harmony Day’s aim was for all Australians, all people, to celebrate what we have in common.

The Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Senator Kate Lundy said that this year, Harmony Day was a celebration of the important role that sport plays in bringing together Australians from all walks of life.

“The 2012 Harmony Day theme of “Sport, play, engage, inspire” recognises the important role and positive infl uence that sport has in our multicultural

nation,” Senator Lundy said.“Sport brings people

together to share in a mutual passion or to strive for a common goal.

“Involvement in sport, whether as a participant, volunteer, spectator or administrator, unites people of all ages and fosters a sense of belonging, acceptance and an understanding of other cultures.

“I am pleased that this Harmony Day we’re focusing on the power of sport to build bridges of understanding and respect, sport is a tremendous platform for inclusion,” she said.

Central Coast Mariners head coach Graham Arnold added: “We are proud to be ambassadors for Harmony Day and hope that having the initiative on our shirt helps spreads the message that everyone belongs.”

“It certainly is a perfect campaign for our club to support as we continually attempt to create a supportive, team environment built on community values at the Mariners.”

Mariners are ambassadors for Harmony Day

by Ben O’Neill

It was unlikely that more than a

handful of Australian football fans would have been overly familiar with the Nagoya Grampus squad when the ‘killer whales’ emerged from the tunnel at Central Coast Stadium on Wednesday evening.

Central Coast Mariners boss Graham Arnold said he believed the supporters that made the effort to take their seat at Gosford’s idyllic bayside arena for the 7:30pm kick-off were to be treated to a feast of some of Asia’s fi nest footballers.

No less than four players currently contracted to Grampus represented their nation at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

Josh Kennedy played for Arnold and Pim Verbeek for the Qantas Socceroos and three Nagoya standouts made the cut to represent the Blue Samurai in the world’s showpiece football tournament.

Goalkeeper Seigo Narazaki (35), defender Markus Tulio Tanaka (30), and attacking weapon Keiji Tamada (31) were part of the Japanese team that fi nished second in a tricky Group E with two wins from three matches.

Defeating Denmark and Cameroon in the Group Stage and only losing to Paraguay on penalties in the round of 16, the quality of the Japan’s squad at the 2010 FIFA World Cup cannot be underestimated.

“They’re sprinkled with Japanese international players,” Arnold said.

“Tulio (Tanaka), the central defender, is a Japanese international who played at the last World Cup, a superb player, Tamada, Narazaki, they’re players who may not be familiar to people on the Central Coast but I can promise them (the fans) that if they come and watch the game on Wednesday night [Central Coast Grandstand went to press on Wednesday morning], they will see hugely talented footballers.”

Having analysed footage of Dragan Stojkovic’s team over past weeks, Arnold admitted that thwarting the J-League giant would be a tough test, even at the club’s Central Coast stronghold.

Nevertheless, the internationally experienced and recognised tactician said he believed his team wouldn’t play the match in awe of their illustrious opponents.

“It’s about another two levels up from the A-League,” Arnold said in reference to Japan’s domestic competition, the J-League.

“Even if we get a point against the number one seed in our group in Nagoya, it’s good.

“Of course you’ve got to win games eventually but it’s one game at a time and make no mistake we’ll be going out to win the game at home.

“Nagoya come with a lot of pedigree, a top club in Japan, one of the superstar clubs in the J-League, and it will be a big test for us but it’s one that we are all looking forward to.”

Arnold also took time to share with fans some of the basic tactics he drummed into his players in the 48 hours before the AFC Champions League Matchday 2.

“They’re very Brisbane-like with a lot of rotation, mobility and a lot of speed,” he said.

“For the midfi eld and front men I want to show them how they play out.

“We’ve got to focus on stopping the delivery (to Kennedy).

“Josh is fantastic in the air and if we can stop the delivery into the penalty box, then that’s a big job done and it nullifi es what Josh can do,” he concluded.

Mariners need to stifl e delivery to Socceroo

Josh Kennedyby Ben O’Neill

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Mariners’ second foray in Asia’s premier club competition, the AFC Champions League, head coach Graham Arnold stressed the need for the club to do Australian football proud.

On the night of Wednesday, March 7, in an ice cold Tianjin Teda Football Stadium, the Yellow and Navy undoubtedly earned the respect of many Australian football followers,

taking the game to their hosts in adverse conditions to get their Group G campaign off to a solid start.

The 0-0 stalemate wasn’t precisely the result Arnold desired, as he’d always stated the Mariners were heading to Tianjin to win, but a point away from home in front of a partisan crowd was enough to satisfy the wily former Qantas Socceroos mentor, who said he understood how vital any points away from home can prove to be in the fi nal Group reckoning.

“I thought we played a fantastic game,” Arnold said.

“After playing on Saturday

in Australia and travelling for 22 hours with only two days here in Tianjin, I thought it was a fantastic performance from my team.

“I was very proud of the way that we played.

“We defi nitely competed very well with a very good Tianjin team.”

Indeed, after a slightly nervy opening to the match, the Mariners began to get a foot hold in the game around the 20 minute mark.

Michael McGlinchey weaved past his marker before fi nding Adam Kwasnik.

Kwasnik couldn’t quite manage to trouble the

keeper with his shot on the spin.

Soon after, Oliver Bozanic fl oated a nicely shaped free kick into the area.

Patrick Zwaanswijk rose highest; however, the Dutch defender couldn’t direct his attempted header on goal.

In the 31st minute, Teda had a glorious chance to open the scoring.

With a fi erce shot from close range coming, Mathew Ryan stood tall to block the ball to safety.

Teda Captain Wang XinXin looked a menace dropping between the defensive lines and, he showed why he is so highly regarded in the 40th minute.

Cannoning a shot at Ryan from range, XinXin’s shot fl ew just high of the bar, landing on the top netting.

With the temperature dropping at half-time, Arnold stuck with the same 11 he had picked to start the second stanza, while opposition mentor Josip Kuze made one change, introducing crowd favourite Hu Rentian and Li Benjian.

Despite the introduction of the speedy Rentian, it was the Mariners who had the fi rst chance of the second 45.

Mustafa Amini fed Josh Rose down the left side, with Rose’s shot on the angle just

claimed by Song Zhenyu in the Teda goal.

Macedonian international and new Teda signing Veliche Shumulikoski could have earned cult status among the purple and white faithful in the 60th minute.

However, the midfi elder chose to attempt to chip Ryan when a powerful strike would perhaps have been the better option.

Alert as ever, Ryan plucked the ball from the sky to the keep scores level.

Tomas Rogic was introduced into the game for Amini with 25 minutes to play and immediately looked like he could posses the X-Factor the Mariners might need to steal all three points.

At the heart of the majority of the Mariners’ best work for the fi nal portions of the match, Rogic looked comfortable at AFC Champions League level.

However, despite the match seesawing from end-to-end as the clock wound down, neither Arnold’s men nor Kuze’s team could fi nd a goal to kill off their opponents.

Bernie Ibini’s effort in added time struck a desperate Teda defender and drifted away for a corner.

After referee Abdullah Mohamed Al Hilali and his assistants from Oman called

time on the match, Arnold praised Tianjin Teda’s style of play, as well as the emerging Chinese Super League.

“I think they will have a successful season, I think that Tianjin is a very good team.

They have a wonderful coach in Josip Kuze and he will do very well,” he said.

“I was very impressed with the way they played football.

“I think the team balance and structure overall was very good, and they are a very, very strong team.

“I think it shows that Chinese football is going to be very, very strong, and it will be one of the powerhouse leagues in Asia with the J-League very soon.”

Arnold reiterated his praise for his teams’ effort.

“But I am very proud because, I don’t know if the journalists know, but we had four 19-year-olds on the fi eld, we’re a very young team, and we had four 19-year-olds who did excellently tonight,” he concluded.

Tianjin Teda – 0Central Coast Mariners

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Mariners hard fought draw with Tianjin in China

by Ben O’Neill

Coasties can meet their

favourite Central Coast Mariners football stars and get a photo with the Hyundai A-League C h a m p i o n s h i p Trophy on Tuesday, April 10, at Westfi eld Tuggerah.

“This is a great opportunity for fans to connect with their Hyundai A-League heroes and get the chance to see and get a photo with the Championship Trophy,” said Head of A-League Lyall Gorman.

“Fans will also have the opportunity to engage with the players in a Q and A session as well as have their photo taken with the Hyundai A-League Championship trophy.

“This is a fantastic initiative from Westfi eld partnering with the Hyundai A-League and I’m sure we’ll see many excited fans come out and share this experience with their teams as we reach this season’s climax.”

Die-hard guests are also encouraged to bring along memorabilia for signings.

All photos from the event

will be made available on the Facebook page of each Westfi eld centre visited.

In total, eight Westfi eld centres will be visited in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Central Coast, Perth, Newcastle and Adelaide between March 21 and April 19 before ending its journey at the Hyundai A-League 2012 Grand Final where this season’s Champion will be crowned on Sunday, April 22.

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Veterans and Super Veterans day was held on Monday, March 19 at Avoca Beach Bowling Club in the south of the Zone and Munmorah United Bowling Club in the north.

At Avoca, 64 old mates gathered for a social game of bowls.

“I had the pleasure of meeting the amazing Whitey Liggett from Ourimbah/Lisarow Bowling Club who, at a ‘young’ 96 years of age, was the most senior bowler in attendance at Avoca and the designated driver for the day, only drinking lemon squash,” said publicity offi cer Mr Bob Bourke.

Whitey was born in Kansas, USA in 1916 but was in Australia in 1942 when he met the daughter of Jack Wilson, Ryde City Bowling Club president and had three or four social games of bowls there as

well as marrying Jack’s daughter.

The newlyweds moved to America for a few years but returned to Australia and Whitey joined Denistone East Bowling Club until 1988 when they moved to the Central Coast.

Whitey joined the Gosford RSL Bowling Club until it closed and then moved on to Gosford City Bowling Club until 2004 when he transferred to his present club, Ourimbah/Lisarow.

“Whitey told me he has cut back on his bowls lately, only playing four times a week these days, but still manages to get to the gym twice a week,” said Mr Bourke.

George Evans from Woy Woy Bowling Club is a quick to laugh 92-year-old who took up bowls in 1950 at Leichhardt RSL Bowling Club and stayed there until retiring to Woy Woy in 1982 where he joined Woy Woy BC.

“George tells an amusing tale of his younger days

in Leichhardt when one evening out jogging through the local “tail light alley” (or, as I knew them, “lover’s lanes’) George thought he saw a woman’s bare arm waving at him from out of

the window of a parked car,” said Mr Bourke.

“Thinking he might get lucky, he went closer only to discover it wasn’t a woman’s bare arm but her bare leg.

“I’ll leave the rest to your

imagination, but it’s always good value listening to the stories from these wonderful older bowlers,” he said.

Meanwhile, Munmorah United Bowling Club hosted the annual Bowls Central

Coast/Zone 15 Veterans (over 70s) and Super Veterans (over 75s) Day on Monday, March 19, under almost ideal conditions.

Eighty eight eager elder statesmen of the game took to the greens for a friendly game of bowls with old mates and no doubt an opportunity to meet new ones.

The two most senior “vets” present, Charlie Sykes, 91 years young and Jim Kearsley, a spritely 93, were invited by Bowls Central Coast senior vice president Max LeGuier to make the presentation of badges to those players receiving their respective Vets and Super vets RNSWBA badge for the fi rst time.

“Bowls Central Coast would like to acknowledge the ongoing sponsorship and support of this day by Munmorah Bowling Club and President Charlie Cassar and his Board to make it all possible,” said Kevin Dring.

Bowls Veterans and Super Veterans Day held

by Bob Bourke and Kevin Dring

George Evans (92yo) and right Whitey Liggett (96yo).

The Gosford City Club Fours

C h a m p i o n s h i p was decided in an entertaining game with Harley Boyd, Ray Matuscha, Mark Tyler and George Clark against Warwick Ellis, Joe McElhone, Lex Lamont and Selva

Panchadcharam.Scores were even up until

the eleventh end when they changed to 11-10 in favour of Selva’s team.

George’s team failed to score on ends 12, 13 and 14 so Selva’s team led 17-10.

Selva’s team looked to have the title in the bag leading 19-16 in the last end.

Selva played his fi rst bowl defensively before

George let go a monstrous drive which failed to connect with anything.

Selva’s second bowl was also defensive and George let fl y with another drive into the head.

Bowls and jack went everywhere and resulted in George’s team scoring the four shots required for a win.

Harley, Ray, Mark and George with the bowl that won the day

Gosford City Fours last bowl decider

by Rex Brown

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During recent weeks Toukley

RSL Men’s Bowling Club played host for two Pennant matches in the grade seven competition.

“Firstly, our adversaries were Ettalong (2) who proved to be worthy opponents,” said publicity offi cer Mr Barry Middleton.

The event was a competitive and well spirited clash as both teams vied for supremacy.As the match went into the fi nal ends, it became obvious that Toukley RSL was going to be too strong on the day and eventually come out the victors with a score of 5-1.

Toukley RSL was also the venue for the previously postponed match of round

one due to inclement weather conditions.

It was eventually played on Sunday, March 11.

The Pennant match was contested by Everglades and Toukley RSL and ended in a comprehensive victory for Toukley RSL 5 points to 1.

However, this fi nal score did not refl ect the closeness and spirited competiveness of the Everglades Teams.

“I am sure the Toukley RSL representatives will not treat them lightly on the return visit,” said Mr Middleton.

“All competitors conducted themselves in good sportsmanship like manner and a special thank you must go to the Umpires on both days Wally Kemp and Ken Marlin.

Toukley hosts two Pennant matches by Barry Middleton

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Munmorah United W o m e n ’ s

Bowling Club has completed the fi rst two Championships for 2012.

The Fours winners were Doris Kirk, Helen Stevenson, Kay White and Pam Robson (skip) with runners up Maxine Thomas, Debra Rae, Helen Austin and Maureen Turner (skip).

“The standard of play this year has been excellent

especially from our newer bowlers,” said publicity offi cer Ms Helen Stevenson.

The Pairs Championship Final was played by Sonia Geddes (skip) and Kathleen Phillis against Kay White (skip) and Helen Stevenson.

The fi nal was a closely contested game in the fi rst half with Sonia and Kathleen getting off to a good start but Kay and Helen got their act together and caught up.

They went on to win the game.

“Pennant Season is here again and we wish all team’s good luck and good bowling,” she said.

The next Gala Day to be held at Munmorah United for the ladies will be Monday, April 16.

“We hope to see a lot of the Ladies from our neighbouring Clubs come to play and enjoy the day with old and new friends,” she said.

Munmorah women’s pairs and

fours completeby Helen Stevenson

Pairs Championship winners Kay White (S) and Helen Stevenson

Pam Robson (Skip) Kay White, Helen Stevenson, Doris Kirk

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On the Water

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The Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind

Children’s Splash for Cash swimathon is holding its Central Coast event at Mingara One Fitness Aquatics Wellness Centre on Sunday, March 25, from 9:30am until 2:30pm.

Berkeley Vale resident Ben Brown will be swimming at the Central Coast Splash for Cash for his fourth year in a row.

“I fi rst discovered the Splash for Cash, and the work undertaken by the Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children (RIDBC), through my involvement in Rotaract, an auxiliary of Rotary,” said Ben.

“Through that involvement, I’ve become really familiar with the fantastic work undertaken by RIDBC.

“I’m really aware that all my efforts in the Splash for Cash are directly supporting children living with hearing or vision loss, giving them the best possible start in life.

“I sometimes think that people take being able to hear and see for granted. As someone with a mild form of cerebral palsy, I know how

a disability can impact your life.”

Ben has been training hard in preparation for swimming his goal of 101 laps.

“I started Splash for Cash four years ago swimming 27 laps and have increased that every year since.

“This year, I am aiming to raise $2000 for my goal of 101 laps,” said Ben.

Ben has already raised an incredible $1750, superseding his 2011 fundraising effort of over $1500.

“I’m hoping that by pushing my own personal limits, I’ll encourage people to dig deep.

“The generosity of just one person really can help children living with the challenge of a sensory impairment.”

To sponsor Ben’s swim, go to http://event.splashforcash.com.au/ben_brown_1.

The Central Coast Splash for Cash event is open to all ages and abilities.

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Splash for Cash

swimathonby Tess Cosgrove

Matilda, who receives support from RIDBC, with sisters Elizabeth and Emma Denning and

Australian Olympian and Swimart Ambassador Susie O’Neill at Central Coast Splash for Cash, 2011

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The Central Coast c o m m u n i t y

took advantage of the warm weather and the chance to make a difference to the lives of local children on Sunday, March 11, with over 100 people going to the Toukley Aquatic Centre to take part in the inaugural YMCA Swimathon.

A total of $2894.60 was raised on the day, which will fund vital learn-to-swim classes for disadvantaged children, including those with special needs, in the local area.

Toukley Aquatic Centre was one of more than 100 YMCA-owned or managed pools across the country which simultaneously took part in the YMCA Swimathon, with all money raised staying local to each participating pool.

Preliminary results show in excess of $100,000 has been raised across the country.

As well as individuals’ fundraising efforts, money was raised through face painting, a jumping castle and a barbecue.

Centre manager Peggy Richmond said she was overwhelmed with the community spirit

shown on the day of the YMCA Swimathon and the generosity of locals who dug deep to support disadvantaged children in the local area.

“I’d like to personally commend and congratulate the people of Toukley for diving in and helping out on Sunday and making the fi rst YMCA Swimathon such a success at Toukley Aquatic Centre,” Ms Richmond said.

“An amazing sense of family and community was displayed at the pool during the YMCA Swimathon, with people of all ages and swimming abilities coming together for an active and healthy day out.

“With so many families in our community feeling the crippling effects of rising costs of living, the need for our services is now greater than ever and, through involvement in the YMCA Swimathon, our generous community are helping us achieve more for those who need it most.

“Thanks must go to our many volunteers, the people who have sponsored our swimmers, and the local business community for their involvement in the day, including Meat at Georges, Toukley and Bakers Delight, Lake Haven.

Ms Richmond added that locals still keen to donate to fund vital learn-to-swim

100 swimmers at YMCA Swimathonby Andrew Marsh

classes for disadvantaged children, including those with special needs, can still do so for another two weeks.

“Donations can still be made online at www.ymcaswimathon.org.au for the next two weeks so we can raise even more funds for this important local cause,” she said.

“It is a tragedy that in 2010-2011, 107 people drowned in NSW alone, which was 34 per cent of the total drownings in Australia.

“Funds raised through the YMCA Swimathon will go a long way to ensure

more children will learn vital water safety skills.”

Participants of all ages and swimming abilities nominated a distance they wanted to swim, from an under 50-metres “novelty swim” to 1000-metres and

beyond, and were required to commit to a fundraising target refl ective of their age, such as $10 for under-fi ves or $50 for those aged 18 and above.

Budgewoi Public School has

placed third out of 19 schools at the Wyong Zone Swimming Carnival held recently.

Sixteen students were chosen to represent the

Wyong Zone Swimming Team at the Syndey North Area Swimming carnival at Homebush Olympic Swimming centre as a result of placing fi rst or second in their event.

“Well done to all of the swimmers who represented Budgewoi Public School at

the Wyong Zone Carnival,” said teacher Mr Clifford.

“Good luck to all of the competitors who were chosen to represent the Wyong Zone Team and thank you to all of the parents who provided transport for the competitors on the day.”

Budgewoi places 3rd at carnival

by Kerry Moore

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Lisarow batted fi rst and managed a total of eight for 119.

A season best bowling and fi elding display featured Brendan Gallagher and

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In reply, Doyalson scored the required runs in 25 overs, led by captain Stuart Lockyer with 54 not out and Christian West who scored 42 runs.

This win was most signifi cant as it was the fi rst Senior Two Day Competition Premiership for the Club.

Twenty four hours earlier, Doyalson had been successful in achieving a similar feat against Kincumber in the 16A Grand Final.

This highest Junior Division was reduced to 38 overs and produced an outstanding match, with Kincumber batting fi rst and posting a formidable total of 157 runs.

Doyalson were able to score the required runs in 32 overs with Kincumber taking 6 wickets.

Individual highlights include Captain Marc Mariner taking three for 27 and then top scoring with 76 runs, backed up by Johnathon Boyd with 30 runs.

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The premiership hat trick was started off the previous weekend by the Doyalson-Wyee One Day Limited Overs Team who defeated Woy Woy by 20 runs.

Doyalson scored 189 runs, led by Adam Pass with 83 and Craig Hoffman 47.

Their opponents managed 169 runs, with Tyson Scott having team best fi gures for Doyalson, taking two for 13 off eight overs.

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by Greg Aitchison

The Centenary of Cricket in the

Wyong District will be celebrated during the 2012-13 season, which will mark 100 years since the formation of the Wyong District Cricket Association (WDCA).

Although some competition cricket had been played earlier between teams from Wyong and Gosford Shires, the WDCA was the fi rst Cricket Association formed on the Central Coast in the season of 1912-13.

During this season, teams from Wyong, Wyong Creek, Jilliby, Yarramalong, Tuggerah, Wyee and Ourimbah competed for the premiership which was won by Yarramalong.

When the Gosford District (formed in 1920-21) and Wyong District Associations amalgamated in 1968-69 as the Gosford Wyong District Cricket Association (now Central Coast Cricket Association), the Wyong Cricket Club became Wyong District Cricket Club (WDCC).

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Wyong District Cricket Club’s Centenary Committee are also busy researching the District’s rich Cricket history and welcome any contributions from past players and their families, who may be in possession of cricket memorabilia, such as scorebooks, photographs and press clippings from bygone days, which will be of assistance to the cause.

The Wyong District Central Coast Cricket Club is currently in the process of contacting as many former players as possible to compile a complete history of local cricket, and invites anyone who may have contact details of former players to assist by contacting Tony on 4353 1257 with information.

Wyong cricket club to hit a

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