A large number of the clues are related to the Norvan game but there are a fair amount having to do with general club knowledge as well. If it’s not specified, the clue has to do with the Norvan game.
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Cheers, Andrew
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Rino’s break early season slump with 7-0 destruction of CAFA United…
Sunday, September 26, 2010, 4pm: Point Grey Turf.
Coming off a rough start to the 2010-2011 season, Rino’s third Div 1 match vs. CAFA United proved to be a step in the right direction. Actually, scratch that. It was a 7-0 giant leap with style in the right direction.
While watching the goals during the highlight reel, you’ll almost certainly ask yourself, “Is this tape stuck on repeat?” I assure you, it’s not. After a nicely placed goal in the upper corner by Rino rookie Dave Collins early in the game, it became “The Chaz Show”. Charlie “Chaz” Carrick led the squad’s points with a 5-goal performance that placed him convincingly on top of the scorer’s list (sorry Bligh) and on the hitlist of every opposing team in Division 1. Chaz even made an uncharacteristic pass late in the game to Cyrus Greenall, who strengthened the win with a nice finish and 7th goal for Rinos.
Funny thing is, Cyrus’ goal wasn’t as late in the game as the referee’s soon-to-follow, game-ending whistle would have you believe. The ref, eager to rush home for the season premier of Desperate Housewives, ended the onslaught at least ten minutes early! Either that, or he felt 7 was enough.
The middle of the park saw some changes this week. John Marsh and Laurie Flynn distributed the ball well to wingers Andrew Wade and Dave Collins, who helped create several chances. Flynn entered the game fairly early after a worrisome injury to Ally Gray. Gray may now be joining the ever-increasing injured list already composed of Dylan Smith, Grant French and Zain Kahn. Ryan Armstrong, Corby O’Genski and John Cooper all got a piece of the action as well, helping to continue the team’s first win.
The game was marked by solid performances all around, with the back line securing the squad’s first clean sheet of the season. John Bligh and Brent Hanson commanded the central defense, allowing few balls in the air to ever reach the heads of the opposition, and punishing any CAFA players who attempted weak stepovers through the middle. Peter Bohdal and Jordan Haas played equally strong defense as the outside backs, stopping nearly every cross that potentially could have entered the danger zone. Bligh frequently asserted himself as sweeper to both teammates and opposition by yelling loudly, which was often a good thing. However, Brent’s visiting grandmother begs to differ. Watching peacefully from the sideline, an infuriated Bligh let loose an expletive-laden tirade against a CAFA player. She heard everything, and after consulting her Irish-English dictionary is now undergoing therapy.
It should be noted that the Rino defense held CAFA United to 0 shots on goal. That’s right, 0, as in, “not one”. Having said that, there was one free kick awarded to a
CAFA player just outside of the box that resulted in second half goalie Tyler Wilman punching the shot safely over the goal. However, there is heated debate on whether that ball was on target or already going over. I’m gonna go with latter. So 0 shots against.
It was hard not to be a bit cocky confident in the writeup after gaining the much-needed first points of the season during this blowout. However, it’s important that we don’t let it go to our heads. There was still a fair amount of sloppy play and forced passes from players. It’s important for Rino’s to follow up this win with a second in the coming weekend!
Goals: Dave Collins, Charlie Carrick (5), Cyrus Greenall
Nissan Hubcap Man of the Match: Charlie Carrick (well-deserved)
*On a final note, it seems that Carrick’s 5 goal performance has already gone to his head. The thespian/striker has decided to take the week off from training to sign autographs and attend a photoshoot in San Diego. When asked about his decision not to attend practice, Carrick responded, “I’m supposed to be a franchise player and we in here talkin’ about practice… not a game, we talking about practice…” See the rest of his interview below.