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1983 Youth (U-17) Profiles
MORRIE VICKERS DAVID BRIGHT
First Coach of the team, he took on the lads when there was no—one Came into the team very late in the season and had a good solid first
else and the Club is appreciative of his interest in getting the Team game against Hillcrest. Has a good all-round attitude after scoring ten
mobile. goals the previous season for the High School! He likes to think
BRIAN WEBB about the game and has good potential for the future. He doesn't play
Took over Coaching after leaving the 2nd Division having an too bad a game of pool, either!
understanding of the excitement, frustrations and everything else that DEAN PUNCHEON
goes with the job. Nicknamed "Cloughy" by one Northern Leaguer, he "Billy" ex-2nd Division, one of the more experienced players in the
has tremendous patience. team. Played for the 2nd Division one or twice this season. Always at
NEIL NEWPORT practice, he has a total commitment to it and his field play, and enjoys
Scored a good half-dozen in 1982 and several for the High School himself. He total ignores the fancy footwork of opposing forwards and
seniors. Unlucky not to net one against Claudelands had a very likes to tack hard. If injured (he usually manages that at work) he
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good game against Tokoroa. Tries his best and, like las brother, is likes to make such a rare occurrence. Enjoys a good joke and has a
extremely reliable - has never missed a practice or a game. Showed very supportive family. A very good game against Wanderers earned
improvement throughout the season. He has Captained the High him the Player of the Day award. Joint winner of Sportsperson of the
School 1st XI this past season. Has played striker, midfield and defender. Year.
Nominated for Sportsperson of the Year as well as Player of the Year, DOUGLAS EVERLEIGH
being awarded the latter. The hard man of the team, An uncompromising approach towards all
DAVID PARRISH opponents. A real hard—case!!!
David still has a lot to learn about the game, but he goes out and enjoys MALCOLM DOUGLAS
it every time. He never grouches, and is pretty reliable too. Looking 'Dougal' played once or twice this season for mostly in friendlies, and
towards a big improvement next season. Likes to play at the back but not in his 'Ugh Boots'. Played for CERS too and plans to be as good on
appears to be stifled there! His tackling has improved a lot. Excellent the field as he is with video game
attitude. WAYNE VICKERS
EUGENE PATTERSON Goalkeeper of the team, "Lightning" has shown lot of ability. He has
A familiar face to Club members. Has even played for the 'Dive spent a lot of time in the early stages of the season training with the
Bombers' this year; plus picked up a 'cert' with Taupiri (along with Northern league Squad and has improved throughout the year. Has
Mark Abbott). Has only missed two practice sessions. Has got ball shown dynamic keeping qualities and there is the definite feeling that he
skills and can 'put the pill away', but that didn't happen too much! A has a long way to go before we se anything like his potential! Wayne
likeable chap who could really sparkle next year. Good header of the also has excelled as a field player and was awarded Most Improved
ball. Has been a frequent scorer for Taupiri and played well in the 2nd Player 1983.
Division against Tokoroa. JOHNNIE DUFFULL
GARRY PAUL Don't know if he's related to Ricky or not, but he certainly is to our
Garry joined up late in the season and showed he was very keen, but Secretary, Liz! He has the ability to be a very good soccer player
tapered off a little near the end. Played his best game against Hamilton. (again, with a little application). Has a nice pass and a good goal
With his enthusiasm he will advance in skills and ability this coming scoring foot. He played in one or two friendlies at the end of the
season. season and for this squad earlier on. He missed joining the Forces, but
GAVIN PEEBLES that could be their loss and our gain. He has ambitions towards the 1st
Look out Ralph Wallace!!! He's just about your height and he has your Division and we hope he makes it.
advantage in youth! Gavin plays centre back which explains why few WAYNE FRANKHOUSER
balls can be lobbed over him (around him, possibly). His attitude to the "Franky" to all his mates. A very co-operative club member - always
game is good and he never stops trying. Known for his big boot he willing to lend a hand. He is another who joined late in the season and
often takes the goal-kicks; and is especially handy when it is time to has spent a bit of time on the bench, unfortunately, but shows
put the nets up, or take them down again!!! Never missed a game, but commendable patience. He tries very hard and had a good game
practices left a little to be desired. Nominated for Player of the Year. against Hamilton. He will be better in the new 1984 season and a
MARK ABBOTT competition.
At first sight one would be compelled to turn to Elliot Cathro and PHILIP GRAY
remark "I see your brother's in the team?" I wonder why? Similarity A lot quieter than his Dad!!! Played a few games for CERS this year
aside, Mark has a very energetic approach to football. Very keen he and was not with the Youth team towards the end of the season. Had a
likes to drive the ball with his right foot, but he didn't get too many very good match against Te Aroha 2nd Division team.
chances to do that this past season. His competency at heading has DEREK LAUDER
been shown in more than one game and he has the necessary skills to Came on as substitute against Tokoroa and acquitted himself well.
become a good player in the future. He was awarded Sportsperson of Played against Hamilton and Wanderers where he repeated his worth.
the Year and nominated for Most Improved. He was developing well until side-lined with a knee injury (definitely
DARREN ALLISON have to watch out for those fan belts, chaps!).
Likes to line up, does this joker (usually before he kicks!)! Played in MICHAEL McLAREN
the halves and likes to take any opportunity to have a go at goal. One of Exhibits a fine work-rate in each match. Scored a good goal for the
the few players who can actually kick with both feet. He's pretty good at High School against Matamata but tapered off late in the season. Has an
pool and table-tennis as well (or is that bowls?). Always turns up at abundance of speed with a creditable shot.
matches but needs to rethink his attendances at practices. Nominated STUART MILLER
for Most Improved Player. Shin problems midway through the season did not give Stuart a good
OWEN ALLISON run. He has the potential to be a more than adequate footballer, if he
Another player who has shown to advantage this year. Tends to score decides to be so!
every now and then. He really turned it on against Taupiri. Mind you, CLIFTON NEWPORT
Bernie was the referee!!! Has potential and also aspirations for the better Ex 13th'A' and High School 3rd XI 1982 and played for the 1st XI this
senior teams. Played well this year but, with more application, he can go season. Like the coach he's deficient in inches but expends heaps of
a lot further. He has been singled out for good comment by opposing energy on the field. Never says die! Good at heading and talking and
Coaches. Nominated for Player of the Year. will not back down from a situation. It will be good to see him back
next season as he is ultra-reliable. Nominated for Sportsperson of
the Year.
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