Archive for July 25th, 2010
Ultimate Frisbee Inter-JC Match Report
July 25th, 2010 by CCA PROThe early morning downpour did little to dampen the spirits of the Hwa Chong Ultimate Frisbee team as they booted up at the fields of Sengkang, where the 6th Inter JC Ultimate Frisbee Tournament was to be held. Months of hard work led up to this day where they would sprint, jump, layout, catch, huck and score – all for the love of the disc.
The two Hwa Chong teams were placed in different pools, each facing tough competitors who have previously held the championship title. Donning their white jerseys proudly displaying our school’s emblem, the players did their warm-ups in the drizzle, steeling themselves for the day’s matches – HC Team A against RJ Team B, ACS(I) and SAJC, HC Team B against RJ Team A, CJC and ACJC. Before the horn for the first pull went at 9am, all thumbs were in on the disc and a resounding woosh marked the start of their fight for the championship.
Fears that the rain would affect their throws and catches were allayed when HC Team A won their first match with a score of 9-4 against RJ (B), boosting the team’s morale despite the gloomy skies. Despite their subsequent loss in a close fight with ACS (I), Team A’s win over SAJC with a score of 12-5 secured them a place in the semi-finals.
Team B, on the other hand, faced strong opponents in their pool and put up a hard fight and never gave their opponents an easy time. Given that the team comprised predominantly J1s who have just been introduced to the sport this year and had a mere 5 months of training, they showed much determination and resolve as they met with seasoned players from other junior colleges, and did the school proud by overcoming SAJC with a score of 10-7.
The rain finally let up in the early afternoon and as the sun peeked out from behind the grey clouds, both teams remained upbeat about their subsequent matches, simply enjoying the pride and inexpressible joy of playing the game they all loved as one Hwa Chong team.
The semi-finals ended with a disappointing loss of HC Team A 4-12 to traditional rivals RJ Team A, leaving them to fight for 3rd placing with ACJC. 2009 Inter JC champions, ACJC proved to be tough opponents as our players battled in the muddy fields to maintain the position we attained last year. After 90 minutes of running their hearts out, our players finally triumphed with a score of 9-4, emerging as overall 2nd runners-up in the tournament.
On another pitch, the two powerhouses, RJ (A) and ACS (I) faced off in the finals in an exciting exchange of well-honed offense styles and defense tactics. After a full day of matches, the players from both teams were visibly tired but they maintained a high level of aggression in the game, showing us the wonders of pure grit and determination. RJC eventually brought home the championship title – a first in their history of Ultimate Frisbee.
Despite only achieving 3rd placing this year, our school players were far from letting us down. In fact, there were outstanding performances with a couple worthy of mention. Tess Teo, from 09S60, was crowned MVP (Female) for her exceptional game play, connecting passes and scoring several times. Team captain Toh Jia Ming, from 09S69, was named a member of the 2010 Dream Team. One of the top seven players selected across the JCs, he executed numerous excellent throws and controlled the game well. Indeed, our players have shown that with perseverance and hard work, the passion for the disc has pushed them beyond their limits to strive for excellence in the sport.
The Hwa Chong Ultimate Frisbee team is proud of our growth from individuals who could barely catch a flying disc to a united and bonded team which has endured rain and shine, sweat and tears, mud and grass together. We would like to thank the school for allowing us to pursue our common passion for the disc, even if it meant travelling outside school to train. And also Ultimate players from the other JCs, who have shown us how the game can be brought up to much higher levels and what the love for the disc can achieve.
While this will be the last time the J2s play bearing the name of Hwa Chong, the J1s have been inspired to train hard in the following year to fight for the championship once again, and more importantly, to keep the passion for Frisbee burning in Hwa Chong.
Team A: Toh Jia Ming, Ong Teong Heng Derric, Lee Joon Fai, Ng Keng Boon, Tan Sheng Jie, Tan Zi Han Olivier, Ian Chua Cheng Yong, Jonathan Ng Jie Hui, Chua Wei Jie, Chen Yong Quan, Ong Jun Jie Nelson, Ong Junjie Melvin, Teo Shi Jun Tess, Tan Si En Danette, Ho Jin Qing, Koh Jingzhi Iris, Lim Jia Wen, Koh Jia Min, Goh Ying Siu
Team B: Chong Wei Zeng, Wang Lukai Patrick, Ong Chin Teck, Jonathan Seng Shen Jie, Chen Yongrui, Lim Chieh Loong, Chua Wei Chieh, Lim Yang Wei Leonard, Liu Jia Da, Yang Jingdong, Feng Weidong, Chua Ren Jing Sherwin, Voon Wei Ren Jonathan, Lim Leh Chuan, Maung Kyaw Htet Aung, Toh Qin Wei Darren, Liew Wen yung Alastair, Donovan Wong De Wen, Lim Siew Ying, Shermaine Chua Shi Ying, Fong Meichun, Yow See Wei, Yeo Kai Lin, Quek Ying Hui
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