1st AND 2nd XI GIRLS SOCCER REPORT 1 992 The recently completed soccer season proved to be one of the most successful in the school's recent history. Once again the team faced the challenge of integrating a number of players who had never played soccer before with a group of skilled and experienced players. The new members adapted quickly and proved invaluable as the season progressed. This was illustrated in our first match against Rosehill College which the team won 2-1. Both of our goals were scored by Megan McDonald, one of the new recruits. In the South Auckland A division the girls recorded three wins, two draws and a loss to Rosehill College by 2-1. The draws against Pukekohe helped to secure a share of first place and joint winners of the A division trophy with Pukekohe High School. This was only the second occasion since 1981 that Pukekohe had not won the trophy outright. The 1st XI was successfully led by Captain Leanne Boxall and Vice-Captain
Toaila Pasi. These two players proved not only to be fine individual performers but inspirational team leaders. The backs (Jenny Hellyer, Tania Rankin, Mary McLeod, Karen Halse, Charleen Ellis and JulieAnn Mack) were a sound unit throughout the season and provided an excellent platform from which to build attacks. The midfield players (Toaila Pasi, Isobel McGeady, Cushla McDonald and Lisa Woodman) were skilled and set up much quality possession for the strikers. Our strikers (Leanne Boxall, Megan McDonald and Carolina Tiumalu) played with flair to set up some excellent goals. Carolina a new arrival from Form 3 ended the season as top goal scorer and an exciting prospect for the future. Finishing first equal in South Auckland qualified the girls to participate in the "Top Ten" competition to determine the best girls team in Auckland. The team defeated Mahurangi College 2-0 and then lost to Mount Roskill and Howick. One
of the most satisfying aspects of the '92 season was the introduction of a MHS 2nd XI into the competition. They were mainly girls drawn from the third and fourth forms and many had never played soccer before. They won all their competition games and defeated a number of senior girls teams from South Auckland. They participated in a quadrangular tournament earning creditable victories over Avondale and Howick 2nd XI teams. Thanks must go to Mr Reeves for his enthusiasm and dedication throughout the season. We would also like to thank the number of parents who attended games to support the team and provide transport. Their encouragement was appreciated by all. MR VK Coach/Manager 1st XI Manager 2nd XI
Bach row: Tania Rankin, Megan McDonald, Lisa Woodman, Karen Halse, Isobel McCready, Mary Mcleod, Mr Van Kralingen. Front: Charleen Ellis, Leanne Boxall, Toaila Pasi, Jenny Hellyer, Carolina Tiumalu and Cushla McDonald. Goal: Sylvia Broederlow
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