Match Report: Jollilads 0-4 SCC

It was a bad day at the office for Jollilads as they struggled against an experienced SCC side. Clinical finishing saw SCC punish Jollilads 4-0 at the Kallang Practice Track.

No doubt it was a bad performance. But lets take this as a learning experience and something to remind you of the pain of losing. Till the next game...

See you at training, Thursday @ NUS 7pm.

Latest Team News

Hey boys,

the following players are excused from tomorrow's game against SCC:

1. King Yau

2. Pramod

3. Tim

4. Cheng Kang

5. Shahril

6. Chris

7. Yujun

See you all tomorrow. Rest well!

URGENT: Change of venue of Jollilads vs SCC game

Hey guys,

Venue for tmr's game has been changed to KALLANG PRACTICE TRACK. Kick off time is still the same 730pm. PLEASE TAKE NOTE!!

The team list for tmr is not out yet.

Match Report: Jollilads 3-1 Tiong Bahru

Determination. Discipline. Character.

All 3 were in abundance at the Serangoon stadium when Jollilads beat joint leaders Tiong Bahru 3-1 in a clean and keenly fought match.

With several former S League players among their ranks, coach Arasu warned that this match will be a stern test of the team's potential and development and mentioned the 3 traits that would determine the game:

1. The Discipline to stay organized, simple, and unaffected by the referee or the opponents.

2. The  Determination to keep going even when your legs cannot carry you and the will to rise above the opposition.

3. The Character to play football the way it should be played even if the chips are down.

Once the game got going, Tiong Bahru, with their 3-5-2 formation, showed their quality with their patient passing and movement. From a long ball, the Jollilads defence was caught off guard as their attempts to play the blatantly offside Tiong Bahru striker allowed the winger to ghost in from an onside position, and play in a low cross that was tapped in. 1-0 to Tiong Bahru.

Showing great character, the boys from Jollilads continued plugging away and were rewarded within 5mins of the goal. A long clearance from Shahril was misjudged by the Tiong Bahru centre back, allowing Aik Leong a clear run on goal. With the other defenders closing in, Aik Leong calmy placed the ball to the other side of Effendy Sabtu's dive (former SAF goalkeeper).

From a Jollilads corner, Yusof's attempt on goal was deflected towards Fuhang who headed the ball into the net.

In the 2nd half, Tiong Bahru looked to get back into the game by bringing on their more attack minded players. However from a corner once again, Juffri's floater was sidefooted by Chris into the bottom corner of the net. 3-1 to Jollilads.

Although they had a 2 goal lead, the boys from Jollilads continued running their socks off. Midfielders tracked back to cover the defence, defenders flung their bodies at shots, strikers chased down and hurried the opponents... Aaron epitomized this spirit by sprinting 50m to chase down a long punt toward the Tiong Bahru corner flag. After his initial confusion of finding himself at the wrong end of the field and with the Tiong Bahru defenders desperately chasing back, Aaron brought the ball into the box and attempted to pick Aik Leong out with a low cross. Alas the top scorer could only send his cross into the defender.

Despite continued pressure from Tiong Bahru, Jollilads held out strongly to win 3-1.

Now, to perform at this level week in week out.

Remember... Discipline. Determination. Character.

Team Lineup

Hi all, just received the news from coach.

The following players will be on the team against SCC on Tuesday, and excused from tomorrow's game against Tiong Bahru:

1. Weihao

2. Harold

3. Khairul

4. Fong

5. Alvin

6. Weixiang

7. Jerome

8. Weiyang

Those not mentioned are expected to be at Serangoon tomorrow by 6pm. Thanks!

cheers,

jerry

Match Report: Balestier 0-2 Jollilads

Apologies for the long overdue match report...

Last Saturday, with their exams over, the Jollilads turned out in full force at the Serangoon Stadium for the clash with bottom side Balestier.

Under the scorching sun, the younger boys from Jollilads were expected to outlast the older Balestier players. Early in the 1st half, Fong was put through by Juffri and he was clear on goal, 1 on 1 with the keeper.  It was quite a sight seeing the rather hefty Balestier keeper spring up into mid-air with his body parallel  to the ground, defying gravity, and with his outstretched arms could only parry Fong's left footed shot into the net. 1-0 to Jollilads!

As with every other game, the referee became the focal point of the game. With his tough-as-nails exterior and RSM style of authority, the referee angered both sets of players with his unwillingness to communicate his decisions and his willingness to threaten anyone who opposes his decisions. But enough bout the refs, lets get back to the game....

There were moments of high quality moves with the ball being played out of defence to midfield, and subsequently a glorious ball to the other flank setting our wingers free to penetrate the opposition. Despite a lack of training, this understanding augers well for the team.

In the 2nd half, Jollilads continued to attack and were rewarded when Khairul won a penalty which he duly converted to make it 2-0. Alvin's tenacity and aggression upfront was a source of inspiration for the team as he continually heckled and tackled the Balestier defenders, forcing mistakes and winning possession for the team. Fresh legs were brought on and the team saw out the game efficiently with a 2-0 win.

Starting lineup: Harpreet, Feroz, Aaron, Jerry, Chris, Pramod, Zhiwei, Juffri (Harold), Khairul (Yujun), Fong (Aik Leong), Alvin

Reminder - pls remember to bring boots, shin pads and 2 sets of attire for our games. (ahem king)

Jollilads v Tiong Bahru

Hi all,

pls be @ Serangoon Stadium by 6pm on Saturday.

Once coach releases the team list for the game i will publish it here.

cheers,

jerry