Team Republic's Women Soccer Team

Leaders for the coming Year

2012-02-07T21:08:00.004+08:00

Yes, they are the leaders of the forthcoming Year, taking over from the previous committee that stepped down after a year of hard work.

Just so you know, every year, a new committee is being voted for and formed. In the new committee, we have the following:

Team Captain : Natasha
Team v-Captain : Magdalene
Team Manager : Sarah (for the 2nd year running)
Assist. Team Manager : Jerene
Team Treasurer : Eve

Presenting...the newly elected committee:
(L-R) Eve, Jerene, Mag, Natasha and Sarah

Congratulations on the newly elected committee and let's hope for another great year ahead!

An interview with 'Bekah'

2012-01-18T17:47:00.006+08:00

We are in the mid month of January and how is everyone doing? We definitely hope it has been a good start to your year so far!

Remember the special interview post we said we would be having some 2 months back? Well, the time has come! We have set up an email interview with a very special Sports Trainer for the team, Rebekah Marie who is also known as 'Bekah' by the team.

Just a brief information about her. She is a 3rd year student at School of Sports, Health and Leisure, specializing in Sports in Exercise Science. She is the one who manages all the injuries and any players who gets injured on and off the field.

We took some time to ask her some questions...

RPWST: How did you get involved in being a sports trainer for the team?

Bekah: I was helping some players tape their ankle during one of the training session and from there i was recommended to Fazilah (staff advisor for the team)

RPWST: What was the biggest challenge you have faced so far?

Bekah: The biggest challenge was the packed training schedule the team had (for and during polite season) as a number of players were down and having to find ways to help quicken the players recovery was a little challenging.

RPWST: Did you end up loving the game of soccer?

Bekah: Honestly, yea I ended up loving the game of soccer, as I tend to know how the game is played and what are the different rules and of course kicking some balls around with the players also makes me want to join and learn soccer.

RPWST: What was the best memory/moments throughout your involvement with the team?

Bekah: Best memory/moment would be being there with the team throughout the Youth League as well as their POL-ITE games and all the other games, always there to give them my support despite the wins or loses from the game/s and rendering my help with their injury as I know that they have been working and training very hard to achieve what they want, and seeing them play and then laughing it out after games or training.

This team i would say is the best as they have become a group of friends who would simply make your day with their smiles, laughter, silly dances and songs.

RPWST: Do you hope to be assisting the team again any time soon?

Bekah: I wouldn't mind being RPWST's sports trainer again.

Bekah (left, in bib), assisting an injured Singapore Rugby player during a Rugby Event.
(Photo courtesy of Rebekah Marie)

Thank you 'Bekah' for taking your time off for our short interview and for the readers out there, let us know who you want us to interview next! We may come up with a monthly interview special...

Check back soon!

Last 2 days!

2011-12-30T12:11:00.003+08:00

No, not that the blog is going to be on our last 2 days. Rather, it's 2 more days before we welcome 2012! So what are your countdown plans? What are your New Year resolutions? For us, one of our new year resolutions is to get 3rd or even better for next year's POL-ITE Women's Soccer!

We hope you did have a great Merry Christmas and the blog wishes you an advanced Happy New Year!

Quote

2011-12-04T22:08:00.002+08:00

"Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another. We cruised from the first match of thrashing SP 9-0 to a slight mistake being punished by a single bitter goal in our net against NP to a grueling nail biting 0-1 lost by penalty to ITE.

During the last crucial match, the final whistle was blown few seconds after we placed the ball for the fourth time in NYP's net. Ultimately, we created history this very year by clinching 3rd place in the POL-ITE Games. This could not be a better finish for the team in
POL-ITE Games 2011."

Indeed, it has been a great year for the team, as our midfielder, Natasha has put it.

Finally, the team has something to tell and show everyone...

Medal at last!

2011-11-22T14:29:00.006+08:00

That's right, the team has finally brought on "home" a medal by concluding the tournament in 3rd place, defeating NYP 4-0 in their last and final POL-ITE match. The 4 goals were courtesy of a hat trick by Fifi and a goal by Shank! What a great way to end the tournament.

For now, let's head onto the photos:

A formal team photo with the Advisor, Fazilah and also their proud medals around their neck!

Time for some fun!

Congratulations to the Year 1s on their first medal clinched!

The scores from the matches are as follow:
RP 9 : SP 0
RP 0 : NP 1
RP 0 : ITE 1
RP 4 : NYP 0

After all the hardwork, the team will take a 2 weeks break and yes, that also means that the blog will also be on a 2 week hiatus! When we come back, we will have a special interview put up just for you! Stay tuned to find out who are we going to interview!

9-0 Victory: The report

2011-11-15T11:57:00.007+08:00

This week, we have our midfielder, Natasha, who shares with us on the 9-0 romping victory:

On 8 Oct 2011, RPWST made our way to ITE Simei for the first POL-ITE match against SP. In the first few minutes, all our players were busy settling into the uneven field, taking note of SP's strengths and weaknesses as well.

We dominated the first half, pushing the play to our attacking half for most of the 45 minutes. By half time, the score was 4-0 with Fifi grabbing 3 goals and a well placed shot by Jannah.

Determined to end the game on a high note, RPWST pushed on despite the 4 goal lead. Attacks after attacks, we never let any ball slip out of our possession and by the final whistle, we managed another 5 goals, courtesy of Fifi who scored another hat trick, Shank and Natasha.

Spirits were flying high as the final whistle blew, signalling the end of 90 minutes and the score victory belonged to RPWST.

This evening, the team would be playing a crucial match against power house ITE, KO 8pm @ ITE Simei. Will victory repeat itself? Come on down to catch the exciting match and show your support for the team!

Sawatdee Kaa!

2011-10-27T16:13:00.012+08:00

So here is the long awaited post of the trip in Thailand! Yes, the team embarked on a pre-POLITE training tour in Bangkok, Thailand about 1.5months back and needless to say, it was a fruitful trip for them. By the way, Sawatdee Kaa means hello in Thai.

Apologies that we do not have videos and only the great photos!

(Photos are courtesy of our players, Shank and Zahidah)

All ready and happy to go! But before boarding the plane...team photo!
(No, that little boy didn't go)

Team Captain Salasiah with the rest in the plane.

Team talk and instructions before the first friendly.

Shaking hands with our opponents before KO!

Ann and Shank, checking things out. Cheap! Cheap! Must Buy! Buy!

Team photo at the beach.

Paintball session with the team.
Listening to the rules and regulations first! EGG-CITED!

Dinner by the Beach.

Time to taste authentic Thai food!

The “triplets” keeper at our first hotel, or should I say hostel?

After all the hard work in Thailand, the team touches down
in their new bold black/green jackets!

Definitely a good trip in all and the team had good fun and laughter during the 5 days they were there. With POL-ITE around the corner, this overseas trip is definitely an important and worthwhile exposure to keep all prepared.

Do check out the POL-ITE Fixtures and come down to support the team in the colors of green starting next week!

POL-ITE Fixtures 2011

2011-10-12T14:10:00.003+08:00

Annnnnnnd....................the fixtures you have been waiting for are out! This year's POL-ITE Women's Soccer is held at ITE Simei. Below are the timings and dates of the matches so make a mark in your calendar and come down to watch the team in action as they Fight for Glory against 4 other teams namely NYP, NP, SP and reigning champions, ITE!

Date / Time / Match

4 Nov 6pm RP v NYP

8 Nov 8pm RP v NP

11 Nov 8pm RP v SP

15 Nov 8pm RP v ITE

What are you waiting for? The P&V from the Thailand trip? Ah, fret not, we will definitely have those up for you. For now, mark those dates down and come down to ITE Simei to catch some fantastic women soccer in action!

Pre-trip Preparation

2011-09-13T10:42:00.002+08:00

In just another 24 hours +, the team would be leaving for Bangkok, Thailand for their POL-ITE Preparation. They would be having 3 friendlies while there and hence it is important for them to get familiarize with their playing position and formation! They're definitely busy packing all their gears in and of course, when all else fails to fit into your luggage, you gota just sit on it and flatten everything in there!

In the past couple of weeks, if you have been following us on Twitter, you would have read that the team has been playing friendlies with various teams on homeground. That said, the team has been training hard week in and out for the friendlies and also for their Bangkok friendlies.

Below are the scores from the various friendlies:

19 Aug | RPWST 0 - 0 SIM (D)
24 Aug | RPWST 2 - 1 NUS (W)
3 Sep | RPWST 1 - 4 Arion FC (L)
7 Sep | RPWST 1 - 2 Bowen Sec School (L), RPWST 0 - 2 Sg American School (L)

In summary, it's a WDLLL from 5 friendlies. Definitely tired and busy but these friendlies will all be worth it in preparation against their Thai opponents.

We do hope to bring you some photos and videos (P&V) from the trip but we cannot promise you that. The blog will try if possible else, we will bring you the trip's P&V after the team returns on Sunday!

As usual, keep following us on our twitter @rpwst for updates along the way!

Its a wrap from the Youth League!

2011-08-22T14:56:00.010+08:00

Apologies on the delay on the Youth League! In this entry, we have our defender, Eve Kaur who writes in about the match.

It was the last match of the Youth League, RP v VJC Alumni, KO at 745pm and the ladies jumped into action. The first half was full of opportunities for both sides as VJC kept the defenders and goalkeeper busy for that evening.

In the second half, RPWST was down 0-2 but this made the ladies even more determined to equalize and win the match. Ernie tore down the pitch and chipped in a goal over VJC's goalkeeper, bringing the score to 1-2. Soon after, Shank scored another great goal inside the box to even the score at 2-2 and the entire bench erupted with joy!

Nothing looked impossible at this point of time and the fire within the ladies kept strong pressute on VJC's half. The burning spirit of the ladies on and off the pitch kept going but the score remained at 2-2 at the final whistle.

Jannah shields the ball away from a VJC player.

Ernie rushes down on the left with the ball and scores the first goal!

Celebration followed by the Ernie's great goal.

Natasha busy tricking the VJC players with her skills.

Shank en route to scoring the equalizing goal..

(Taller) Jannah trying to block the VJC players from preventing her from taking a shot.

So yes, it's a wrap and the team finished the League in 5th placing with 8 points. Up next, the team would be embarking on a training trip to Bangkok as they prepare for the upcoming POL-ITE this Oct.

Till then, follow us on twitter @ www.rpwst.com/rpwst for more updates on the move!

2nd defeat

2011-08-09T17:29:00.001+08:00

Updates from last Friday's game against NTU....

The team lost out 0-2 to NTU after a 90 minute battle. Next game, the team faces VJC Alumni on home ground, KO 745pm.

See you there!

Youth League Updates

2011-08-02T12:34:00.004+08:00

It's been awhile!

So far in the Youth League, it's 7 pts after 4 games of which consist of 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. Not too bad as the League progresses and as the team remains 2nd in the table, just 3 points behind NTU on goal difference!

Next, the team will be playing on home ground against NTU this coming Friday, KO 730pm. See you there!

Remember that?

2011-07-20T09:21:00.003+08:00

Remember Aisyah's goal that we mentioned a month back?

Now here we have it for you! Watch the white circle, that is Aisyah.

In the background, you will hear some men's voices. Those are the voices of some of the men who were there watching the training while they wait for their turn to head to the field for try-outs back then for the men's team...Needless to say, they were ..... quite impressed with the goal!

Republic Run

2011-07-19T10:23:00.003+08:00

9 days ago, some from the team took some time out, woke up really early and came down for the annual Republic Run on a Sunday! Needless to say, it was a great 5km run for all and they all enjoyed the great wind and nice morning hours.

The team come together for a photo in their bright colored top and their bright smiles.
(Photo courtesy of Aliya of RP's Photo Team)

First win

2011-07-18T23:35:00.002+08:00

The blog is definitely behind on the matches that is going on for the Youth League!

For the first victory over NYP, we have defender Fiza, a second year student, who shares her thoughts:

RPWST kicked off the match with a goal in mind to make a difference. When they faced NYP last year, they lost from a hard convincing fight with the final score of 3-0 but thi time round, they made a huge difference. RPWST was instead the one in the spotlight celebrating 2 goals in the match. The final score stood at 2-0.

First half of the match ended 0-0. Both teams fought hard but the ball possession was more in the hands of RPWST players. Centre defender, Ernie, tried shooting for goal outside the penalty box in the 30th minute. It was a great try but NYP's defence proved to be solid.

Referee blows the whistle indicating the start of the second half and while huddling, RPWST players were determined to make the best out of every opportunity they get as the game proceed.

It was definitely an energy boost and motivation for the team when Sarah scored the first goal through a shot outside the left of the penalty box. Scoring for the first time, Sarah See, as a senior and a left mid player looked stunned while she was circled by the others who were extremely thrilled.

That particular goal invited another when Afidah, top scorer for POL-ITE Games 2010, scored the second goal in the penalty box. Coach Siva tried his best to maintain the composure of the players in the field and told the team to remain calm and not to be too complacent as it might result in some carelessness which would be taken advantage of by NYP.

Final whistle and smiles were crafted on all of RPWST players. First victory for the first match and this would act as the key motivation to do well in the upcoming few matches.

Look out for the next match report!

3rd place!

2011-07-02T00:20:00.005+08:00

Definitely we are late but nonetheless, achieving a medal is a must share news! At this year's Diva La, RPWST sent 2 teams, Green and White. In this post, we have Kate, who writes in about the event...

Once again it is game time for two teams to get pumped up and ready for the Diva La event. Only one game into the event and the White team was already on a good note, winning their first game.

Although fighting hard and only losing one game, the white team was knocked out after the first round. However, as Aisyah from the white team stated, "The new players got exposure to what soccer can be like" and that is what is all about.

As for the Green team, not only did they win all their games in the first round, they went on to achieve a medal and made the school proud, bagging 3rd place in the Champions Cup! Both teams led a great fight and came out winners in their own ways.

Congratulations to the Green team!

Photo courtesy of Pan Guan Shen
Top row (L-R): Jannah, Fifi, Zahidah
Bottom row (L-R): Salasiah (with trophy), Sheu and Ernie.

This is it!

2011-06-24T00:13:00.005+08:00

Of course we are not speaking of the end of the team.

Nonetheless, here we have a photo of the complete (almost) team! It's been a looong time since we posted a team photo. We sure do hope the sea of red is not scaring you. We apologise for a small photo as it was taken off a phone camera. Credits to Captain Salasiah for the photo!

Narrow defeat

2011-06-23T23:54:00.010+08:00

Some 2 weeks back, the team had a friendly with Millenia Institute and came up short, losing 2-3. The new fresh(wo)men had their fair share of their first ever friendly with their team mates. Here are some photos from the match:

Aisyah using all her might to fend off a player
(look at that expression!).

Sarah takes the ball with her on play on.

Has chases down an MI player.

The substitutes watch from the sides as the match played on.

Perspective: Philosophy

2011-06-17T23:19:00.004+08:00

"A good training environment", says coach Arasu on what his philosophy is.

Of course, that is definitely important for the players when it comes to training or game time on the same field. Imagine if a team comes for training every week on a muddy soaked field, with holes in many areas. Would they be motivated to come for the next few training sessions? Chances are highly unlikely. Everyone loves a good training ground or at least, a well maintained training ground. No one likes returning home to a messed up bed everyday.

This past week, the team touched on 5 v 2 passing, quick feet and passing and not forgetting the other component - Agility. Week in week out, the team had been working hard on their passing and trying to familiarize with each other's playing style.

All is all a good week and remember, check back for more interesting news!

Glitz 2011

2011-06-12T00:25:00.008+08:00

Once again, the annual Sports Excellence Awards was recently over. That night, many sports athletes received their respective awards for their achievement, passion and contribution in their sport in one way or another. Needless to say, the team had a number of players who also received their respective awards.

Also, if you followed us on our twitter, we mentioned that v-Captain Sheu was one of the emcees for the night!

Let's get to the photos first!

The girls come together for a photo...

In the theatre where the Awards was held.

Sheu (far right), emcee-ed the night together with Shermine and Gopal.

Captain Salasiah receiving her Certificate of Merit Award.

Some great Capoeira performance.

Congratulations to all award winners! Below are the list of winners from this year:

Certificate of Merit
Jannah
Rui Wei
Samantha
Salasiah
Sheu

Meritorious Silver
Fifi
Norlyn
Nina

RP Athlete Development Grant
Jannah
Sarah

A special Congratulations to Jannah for receiving a double award from the night! As for the freshmen, it was their first year experience of the Sports Excellence Awards and definitely more to come for them next year!

Not to forget the graduates like Norlyn, Rui Wei and Nina who have also graduated earlier this past April. A huge thank you for their contribution to the team in their 3 years course of study and we wish them well in their future endeavours! We hope to see them come back once in awhile and we definitely hope this is not the last goodbye!

Yet another great night of Sports Excellence Awards and we hope to have more awardees for next year!

Pass and shoot!

2011-06-03T20:55:00.003+08:00

This evening the team had a (near) 3 hours of training filled with game play and passing. The team has been practising their game play in the past few trainings, focusing on their passing. Passing, passing and more passing. In between, the team also did some jogging and running and rounded up the session with everyone's favorite, shooting.

Pretty humid weather and we must say kudos to them in enduring the bad weather at training!

We still owe you a video on Aisyah's goal and what's more, v-captain, Sheu was one of the emcees at the annual Sports Excellence Awards (also known as Glitz) on Thursday night! Waaay to go and we will have some photos from the event!

Catch this space!

Back on the field!

2011-05-18T20:00:00.004+08:00

Yes, we are indeed back on the field!

This evening, the team played a 2 sided game of 20 minutes per half. Each side was a good mixture of the freshmen and the seniors. Pretty good game and Aisyah got a goal!

We'll have a video for you soon but in the mean time, enjoy some photos!

Shank gets the ball.

Wana explains to her team mates how to play a beautiful game...

More tight challenges as the rest watched...

Catch this space for Aisyah's goal!

On the Hard Courts

2011-05-15T23:14:00.008+08:00

How was everyone's weekend? Hope it was good and filled with lots of fun and excitement.

In the past week, the team had been training at the futsal courts along with the new freshmen. Certainly a change in venue but this would only be for this past week. We had a dry Wednesday but unfortunately had to deal with a slightly soaked court on Friday. Well, soccer players hang tough, so those are nothing! Check out the photos below from this week's training.

When there's 3, you do the cha cha!

Trying to get a shot on goal...

Zahidah with the ball...

Jannah, who was from the recreational team, with the ball...

Sheu explaining some formation with her hands with her new team mates...

This week we would be back to the field so see you there!

Try-outs

2011-05-04T22:51:00.007+08:00

This evening was the 2nd session of the try-outs and we had 14 who turned up! A good number apart from the 10 who came last Friday. The girls mixed around with all their seniors and today's try out was packed with plenty of work, starting right up with the basics, agility, technical skills and last but not least, finishing the session with a small sided game.

Apologies that we do not have a video from the try outs but we have photos!

The team in action with some dribbling and passing.

Some of the seniors come together for a photo.
(Looks like Fiza wasn't that ready on 3!)

Kate ensuring Fiza doesn't get the ball in the small sided game.

Zahidah fighting for the ball with a year 1 try-out-ist (if there's such a word) in the other small sided game.

Definitely something that everyone is waiting for! Sorry but we will not reveal the "chosen" ones!

All in all, a great session and we have a great mixture of players who came down for the try-outs. Good talent was also spotted! Not forgetting the good weather that held up to pave way for the try out session! In fact, the rain came when the try-out ended! Phew!

A big thank you to the 14 try-out-ist who came down for the session today and we will soon let in on who are the selected ones!

Preparing for SLA Fiesta: Part 2

2011-05-02T13:02:00.004+08:00

That's right, if you've been following us on twitter, we have a part 2 for you!

By now, you should've seen and visited our booth during the SLA Fiesta this past week. But what you've not seen is the "behind the scenes" of preparing up a good booth (after those hard work on the friendship bands) just for all the freshmen and women! Check out the video below for all the hard work and preparation...

PS: We made up that "Boots repairing IG". No such IG exist, do not take us too seriously!

Preparing for SLA Fiesta

2011-04-27T22:38:00.006+08:00

This post is a tad late but for those who have not seen what Kate and Mag have in stores for you while they did some friendship bands for the freshmen, watch this video to find out!

Passing and more passing

2011-04-27T19:02:00.004+08:00

Over the past week, the team's training was focused on passing. Passing may only be a word but it's such an important skill in the game of soccer! You would definitely want to keep possession by making good passes between your team mates and if you want to get a goal!

The team gathers with the coach to hear what's next.

The team busy with their passing.

At the booth!

2011-04-27T18:39:00.005+08:00

So it's day 1 of SLA Fiesta today and all in a day, we managed a number of 10 students who registered their interest in joining the team! Not too bad for women's soccer though definitely we would be unable to beat the 150 over registered names that the men's soccer have. We will get there, someday!

The view of the booth, just like a usual soccer fan's bedroom.
Who wouldn't like a wall with Kaka, Guti and Henry on it?

Fiza, Sam, Wana, Ernie and Mag get together for a photo with 2 of the men's soccer team players.

So that's a wrap from day 1 of SLA Fiesta 2011!

Do come back and check out what happened on day 2 tomorrow and we will have some videos just for you! Remember to also join us on our twitter!

SLA Fiesta 2011!

2011-04-27T12:22:00.003+08:00

The annual recruitment drive is here again at Student Life Activities (SLA) Fiesta!

Visit our booth at booth no. 9 at the Agora Halls if you are interested to join the team! There are some lil' gifts for you from the team and check out the amazing booth design by the team too!

See you there!

Orrrrientation Programme 2011

2011-04-25T12:17:00.005+08:00

So!

If you've been following our twitter, you would've known that some of the players were busy leading their respective schools and centres in the Orientation Programme 2 weeks ago held for the freshmen!

At the end of the 3 days, reigning champion SHL took a step down and came in 2nd in the overall Principal Challenge Cup. So what about the new Champion? Well, the Champion at the end of the 3 days went to SEG!

Mim, one of the leaders for her school, SHL, with the facepaint.

Sheu, with her fellow SOH leaders, assisting to provide good hospitality in keeping the field neat after the Tug Of War!

Great job to all leaders and may next year's Orientation Programme be another great one!

Congratulations to SEG for being Champion this year and also to all other winners!

Feb's Futsal 7s

2011-04-17T10:52:00.007+08:00

This is loooooooong overdue but in anyway, let's look back at this unfeatured event that the team took part in back 2 months ago...

Against Arion at home ground, Home of The Republic.

Salasiah, thinking of her next move while 2 Arion players close in.

Mim, the keeper, guiding the outfield players along with Ernie.
(Did we mention, Mim got a new pair of neat white gloves!)

Ernie, who did well defensively and caused some trouble in midfield, decides her next move.

So that's about all we have from February's Futsal 7s League 2011. Let's say, the team did well and did their best every Sunday, playing under the very hot scorching sun!

We are on twitter!

2011-04-02T18:16:00.002+08:00

Yes, you are right! We are following the 25785million other twitter citizens and now officially, we are on twitter! Follow us at twitter.com/rpwst for news on the move too!

New Year!

2011-01-14T20:18:00.002+08:00

Ops, the blog has been quite dead lately, busy celebrating the new year away too, like all of you! Just kidding.

Happy belated New Year to one and all and it's yet another year! Today marks the birthdays of captain Salasiah and also Jannah! The team done up a very special cut out Initial of their names with everyone's hand written wishes on it for them along with the secret birthday present. Sweet isn't it? If not for you, at least for the team! So, tonight, both Salasiah and Jannah have not only their bags to carry home, but also a huge (ok not THAT huge but yes huge) S and a huge J ANNNNND their birthday present!

So Happy Birthday to both Salasiah and Jannah and the team is back to training on the field!

The young v the old: Part III

2010-12-15T19:49:00.004+08:00

Ok, here we go again as the young took on the old last night!

This time, the game was really interesting as we had a goal fest! 8 goals in all, with the winning team going towards the younger ones! This time, the Alumni team, also known as RPAST (RP Alumni Soccer Team) looked almost complete, with ABC (Aileen, Bernice, Catherine) coming back for the friendly, after their exams. But still, RPAST was short of 3 players and we had Sheu, Rui Wei and Charmaine who joined the team and played for them for the first 2 halves.

The game was played in 3 halves of 30 minutes and after the first 2 halves, RPAST was trailing 4-1, with the lone alumni goal coming from Utt, the top scorer for RPAST! In the 3rd halve, another top scorer for RPAST, Marj scored the 2nd consolation goal for the team!

After 90 minutes, RPWST won 6-2 over RPAST, with POL-ITE 2010 Top scorer, Fifi grabbing a hat trick, Jannah grabbing 1 or 2 and we cannot remember who scored the other goal. All in all, good game and kudos to a netball player who stood between the posts for RPAST for 90 minutes! Her nerves did show but a couple of good saves was made! Her height for netball definitely played an important part as she proudly donned a national team jersey, with a number 1 on the back! 90 minutes of fame, we like to put it.

After that, the team settled down for a good pizza time and yes, the night definitely belonged to everyone who worked equally hard during the game.

So, last game for 2010 has concluded and we look forward to 2011! In the mean time, the blog wishes everyone a Happy Merry December and Happy Holidays!

Farewell, Good Stuff and Hello!

2010-12-05T20:21:00.006+08:00

The team had a last gathering 2 weeks ago with their all-time favorite coach, Coach Feiruz, thrown in with some good pizzas and wings. Awww......the team will definitely miss their handsome coach, as depicted by one of the drawing artist (we wonder who!) in the illustrations below:

As we can see more or less, the circled one is deemed as the handsome man! Perhaps one day the team will bump into coach Feiruz again, you'll never know.

Also, to further do themselves proud, the team won a Service-Learning Award earlier in the week during the annual Service-Learning Awards! Not only was an award won but also massive vouchers and prizes!

The team comes together to pose with their award, held by Jannah.

Sheu, Samantha, Mim and Nina pose proudly with their lucky draw winnings above.

Yep, all 4 ladies were definitely having a lucky night, winning vouchers from the lucky draw!

Last but not least, the new team committee was voted for just yesterday and.....the newly appointed commitee members are..... *drum rolls*

Captain: Salasiah
V-Captain: Sheu
Team Manager: Sarah

Congratulations to Team SSS (coincidentally all their names start with 'S') in their new appointment for the coming year! Definintely they will be looking to leading the team to a super, sexy and sweet year ahead of them!

That's all we have for you this week!

From Zero to Hero!

2010-11-16T12:41:00.004+08:00

What a way to end yet another year of POL-ITE as Team Republic WST created history on 15 Nov 2010!

A good fight between both teams and as the match was a deciding factor as to who would be crowned Champions (ITE or NP), ITE was as determined as their opponents to retain that trophy as much as RP was determined to break ITE's 3 times Champions streak! True enough, ITE's determination showed when they took the lead in the later 1st half. However, before the 1st half could conclude, Fifi once again proved her scoring ability by equalizing the scoreline! 1-1, the score after 45 minutes.

The 2nd half couldn't be more exciting as both teams fought their way to see who would come out on top. ITE had a few good chances, including having one of their shots hitting the post! Mastura of ITE was creating trouble for Team Republic WST midfield, dribbling around her opponents (like a young Ryan Giggs) with her pair of skillful feet and making wide passes to her wingers. ITE definitely looked dangerous as they continued with good possession and passes, taking a few shots at goal, only for their shots to go wide, keeping Mim busy in her goal!

At 75th minute, Fifi striked once again, giving Team Republic WST the lead, 2-1! A cross from Shank into the box, Fifi controlled the ball and scored! This got the home crowd roaring, cheering the team on even louder! It was definitely hard for ITE to swallow. As hard as ITE tried to equalize, Team Republic WST cleared out every dangerous ball that entered the penalty box. Sheu was close to making the score 3-1 however was a tad too slow.

Needless to say, Team NP was there, cheering on the scoreline as it would mean that they would overtake the Champion spot should ITE lose. The beauty of soccer!

Full-time, RP came out winners although they didn't make the top 3 spot. However, Fifi finished the tournament as Top scorer with 5 goals!

A great way to end the tournament as Feiruz's last POL-ITE with the team, before he embarks on a new journey ahead. The team is obviously sad on his departure but with such history created, Feiruz said, "This is the best gift that I've ever received." Indeed, RP has never ever beaten ITE till this year.

Because this is such a great history, we bring you a photo galore! This time, with 10 photos!

Jannah keeps the ball away from an ITE player.

Sarah who was busy defending, races against an ITE player.

A few of the graduates who came down to watch history created.

Shank catches up with Mas of ITE as Mas decides her next move.

Magdalene watches out for the next move of an ITE player.

Samantha, who was brought in late into the 2nd half, closes down on an ITE player.

Celebration at final whistle as the bench players join in.

Fifi, receiving her Top Scorer Award from Director of OSG.

Annnd everyone says, "He's DAAAA MAN!"

POL-ITE 2010 Women Soccer standings

1st - NP
2nd - NYP
3rd - ITE

Thank you once again for yet another great year and a huge Thank You to all supporters who have been sacrificing your time to watch the team in action!

The blog will take a break, till then!

Video and Practise

2010-10-29T09:02:00.002+08:00

Yesterday, the team had both classroom lesson and practise.

Right after classroom lesson, the team had their usual 1.5 hours of practise till their next game against ITE on the 9 Nov. While they were sweating it out, their seniors, the Alumni, were also sweating it out, getting prepared for their 1st Challenge Cup match tomorrow.

To round up the training/s, The Alumni played a 9 (we'll soon explain) v 8 against their juniors and indeed, the younger ones emerged as winners with a 3-0 win, all goals from Jannah. Pretty good evening session, especially for the Alumni, who very much need some game practise after a long time.

As to why there was an extra player in the Alumni team is because "magically", Sha sha appeared and joined in the 2 sided game! Hence a 9 v 8.

So, stay tuned as the blog takes a break before the next POL-ITE match!

A moment to remember, a moment to forget

2010-10-27T11:31:00.008+08:00

Once again, Fifi's strike in the early first half gave the team a 1-0 lead! Jannah took the free-kick, ball landed on Fifi's feet, made a turn, dribbled a couple of steps, ping-pong in the box and bang, ball at the back of the net! Before the end of half time, all was not meant to be when NP scored an equalizer through a through ball 1 v 1. At half-time, each side had one point each.

In the second half, Team Republic WST was even more driven and motivated to take back the lead again, displaying good team communication and passing among each other, almost scoring on most occasions but at the same time, NP's defenders were clearing all the balls that entered their territory. NP's captain and striker, together with her team mate #7, was providing problems for Team Republic WST, giving long balls and running with their speed, keeping their opposing defenders at bay throughout. Ernie had alot to do.

Another failed attempt to clear off the ball quickly resulted in NP's 2nd goal and FT, the match ended 2-1 in NP's favor. Magdalene, stand-in Captain Salasiah, Jannah all were near getting a goal but had their shots saved.

Shamim, who sat out the previous game was back in goal and put up an excellent performance during the game, saving and placing away many shots that rained at her goal!

Fifi, trying to keep possession of the ball against an NP player.

Fifi about to score for her 3rd goal in POL-ITE 2010.

Fifi celebrating with Ernie after scoring the open goal.

Ernie taking a free-kick.

Salasiah taking a shot while the rest looks on.

The team faces ITE next on 9 Nov, kick-off at 530pm. See you at the grand stand as you cheer and motivate the team on in their last match!

Fantastic Fifi

2010-10-25T17:56:00.003+08:00

3 points in the bag in the first game and none for the 2nd game against NYP.

Both sides displayed good play passes to force the scoreline to a 0-0 draw after the first 45 minutes. Keeper Shamim was having a fever and sat out of the match, leaving Fifi, who also has a goalkeeping talent, starting on the other end of her team's half, in between the posts.

In the 2nd half, NYP had a couple of shots and most of the crucial shots were saved by Fifi.

Full-time and the score stood at 1-0 to the visitors, with the team staying at 3 points after 2 matches.

Next up, the team faces 2009's 2nd place, NP, kick-off at 530pm tomorrow.

We need not say less, just come in green and show your full support for the team tomorrow at the grandstand!

POL-ITE Updates: 3 points!

2010-10-21T09:33:00.010+08:00

Not even 10 seconds and Team Republic WST lead 1-0 against SP, courtesy of Fifi. Right from the start, Fifi receive the ball upon play, dribbled the ball towards goal and scored.

15 minutes later, tragedy strike as captain Nina was stretchered out from the game, seemingly from a torn ACL. V-captain Salasiah took over the captain's role while Ernie replaced Nina. The team was driven and was willing to win this tournament for their captain.

True enough by HT, RP was holding a comfortable lead of 3-0 with goals from Fifi and Jannah. Singapore Poly's goalkeeper was unlucky in mishandling the ball from a strike by Jannah and the ball went past the line.

Both sides displayed good passes but Team Republic WST came out as the better team, with Magdalene, Fifi and Shank connecting well with the midfield to provide some good passes. In the 2nd half saw SP's right midfielder causing problems however that did not stop Team Republic WST from scoring yet another goal. Salasiah sent a shot over the goalkeeper from outside the box and by the final whistle, the team won 4-0.

3 points in the bag so far!

Fifi taking a shot for her 2nd goal.

Sheu congratulating Jannah on her goal. Apparently, Jannah wasn't aware the ball past the line until she got up!

Magdalene, who took many shots at goal, tries to get a shot against an SP player.

Sarah (left, in green), offering a hug to Salasiah on her goal.

The Alumni, who came down to watch their juniors in action, gather around Nina.

Next game, the team faces their Youth League opponent, NYP, kick-off at 530pm. Who will emerge as the winner?

Till then, see you at the grand stand (in green!)!

Game on!

2010-10-19T17:02:00.002+08:00

28 minutes before we head off for kick-off!

SP women's team has arrived and as of now, both teams are getting prepared as we speak. Team Republic WST come together to watch some past World Cup glory moment videos to spur them on. Will the video motivate them and fire them up against SP or will it be just another result?

Stay tuned and.....25 minutes more to kick-off!

IT IS HERE!

2010-10-18T21:53:00.005+08:00

Yes, the annual major event, POL-ITE Games is here once again, hosted for the fourth time runnign on the team's very own homeground!

Indeed, months of hard work, training and sweat has come to this.

Tomorrow, the team take on SP on home soil, kick-off at 5.30pm sharp, followed by the men's game at 7.30pm. This year's schedule is as follows:

Match	Group	Date	Time	Venue
RP v SP	Women	19 Oct	530pm	RP
RP v SP	Men	19 Oct	730pm	RP
RP v NYP	Women	22 Oct	530pm	RP
RP v NYP	Men	22 Oct	730pm	RP
RP v NP	Women	26 Oct	530pm	RP
RP v NP	Men	26 Oct	730pm	RP
RP v ITE	Women	12 Nov	530pm	RP
RP v TP	Men	12 Nov	730pm	RP
RP v ITE	Men	16 Nov	730pm	ITE College West

We will not promise prompt photos but definitely, we will have photos from the exciting yearly competition after every match!

Come wear green and show your support!

Stay tuned!

It's a (Victory) wrap!

2010-10-13T23:07:00.003+08:00

Yes yes yes yes yes!

The Youth League had finally concluded and this evening, the team defeated Ottawa Serpent 2-0 in their last match! Goals are courtesy of Fifi and free kick specialist, Jannah! What a great way to end the league with a 2-0 win.

Sadly, the blog do not have photos from the match as the camera's battery life needed some urgent recharge! Surely after tonight, this memory will stay with them in their mind forever. After strings of draws and losses, tonight's victory was more than anything else.

Fret not, the blog will have a brief update (accompanied with photos) from the previous matches that we've yet to put up.

Enjoy the week and check back for the updates!

The Day before

2010-10-05T20:31:00.004+08:00

That's right! Tomorrow, the team embarks on a 4 day trip to Kuala Kumpur (KL)! This trip marks as a preparation trip for the upcoming annual POL-ITE which will take place soon later in this month or early next month. At the same time, the team would be having a couple of friendlies against some teams over there.

For some, it would be a 2nd trip to Kuala Lumpur, for the others, it would be their first ever overseas trip with the 2nd-timers as a whole together.

This evening, the team have their last light training before the trip tomorrow.

No promises but we'll try to bring you photos from the trip when we can!

Youth League Updates: SIM

2010-09-22T17:14:00.007+08:00

After 3 matches, Team Republic WST finally savored their first ever victory against SIM with a score of 2-0!

In this match saw many familiar faces as the team faced their ex-team mates who have since went on to SIM to further their studies. They were the ABCs - Aileen, Bernice and Catherine.

Shasha came close to scoring one in the first half but put the shot just wide! While SIM was trying hard to get a goal and trying to attack, Team Republic WST was also busy defending and rained shots at SIM on most occasions. Ernie was busy at the back, clearing out dangerous balls like she did against NUS.

In the second half, the team won a free-kick after a foul just outside the penalty box. Jannah stepped up, took the free kick and gave the team a double lead! SIM's keeper who displayed some exellent saves on the night, failed to keep the ball out and turned the ball into her own net.

Full time and Team Republic WST can finally say that they have 1 victory in their hands!

Shalsiah, captain in Nina's absence, watches the ball as Bernice gets the ball.

Charmaine, who was brought on in the late 2nd half, goes for a cross against SIM's tallest player.

Jannah, waiting for the whistle to take the free-kick.

Sad Sunny Sunday

2010-09-12T22:43:00.005+08:00

With Hari Raya here over the weekend, the matches are all scheduled earlier and today's match against Singapore American School (SAS) kicked off at 5pm.

Team Republic WST was looking to grab their first win however, lost out to a huge scoreline of 1-4. The team conceded early and trailed by 2 goals in the first ten minutes. SAS continued to with good passing play, held great possession and rained many attacks and shots at Team Republic WST's half. The defenders were extremely busy at the back, trying to block and clear off shots from SAS forwards. End of first half and the SAS bagged 3 goals.

In the second half, many changes were made and alumni Faraheen was replaced by Norlyn and alumni Yi Wen was introduced to boost the attack. However, the combination of speed and skill of SAS's number 10, together with the great passing play between SAS players sealed the game. SAS's number 10 was quick to react to a connecting ball from her team mate on the left and scored the 4th goal for SAS from a one on one with Team Republic's WST keeper.

The only consolation goal for Team Republic WST was a consolation own goal from a SAS player who intended to clear the ball out but was unlucky. The ball went over their own keeper and into the net.

4 of Team Republic's WST Alumni are included in the squad and this evening, Shasha, Yati and Faraheen were among the starting 11. Shasha came close to putting the score back up to 1-3 in the first half but SAS keeper was quick to come forward to collect the ball.

End of the week and 1-4, was the score at final whistle. Definitely a sad way to end the week but the team would be looking forward to getting back on the field this week after a week of tests!

Shank, trying to predict a SAS player's next move.

Shasha, challenging a SAS player for the ball.

Jannah (centre), with the ball while 2 SAS players closes in.

The next match would be played at Team Republic's WST homeground come Wednesday. So let's hope the team put up a good game and a first victory!

Recap: Youth League Updates - U16

2010-09-08T13:43:00.003+08:00

The 2nd match for Team Republic WST against U16 did not go well.

The team was determined to go all out and create a win for themselves however, slumped to a 1-4 defeat on homeground.

After the pre-match briefing and breaking fast, the first 11 got onto the field to warm up. The first few minutes of the game went well but the flanks were facing problems attacking as the U16 players were reacting quickly to win possession. The U16 were composed in this match and were hungry to win the team after losing to NTU and SAS previously. End of first half and the U16 were leading by 2 goals.

In the second half, the team tried their best to get into the U16 attack however conceded another 2 goals, increasing the score line to 0-4. Fortunately, a rough tackle by a U16 defender against Jannah presented the team with a chance to score. Jannah stepped up and took the free-kick, placing it into the top right hand corner of U16's net and reduced the score line to a 3 goal deficit.

Full time, final score 1-4 and this sums up as a bad day for the team.

The team hasn't win any games yet but as Sheu has put it, "We will fight harder and gain back our pride for the upcoming games!"

Next up, the team faces SAS away on SAS homeground on Sunday, 12 Sep, 5pm. Let's go, team!

Recap: Youth League Updates - UWC

2010-09-07T21:13:00.015+08:00

The annual Youth League had just begun 2 weeks ago and so far, the team faced UWC and the facied National U16 side in their first 2 matches. Both matches were played on home ground.

In their first match, the team faced UWC. The team was ready to fight against UWC at their very own home ground. The first half was rather good as the team was mostly penetrating into the opponent's half and could have given themself a huge lead. In the later part of the first half, UWC was awarded a penalty kick due to a hand ball and converted the penalty smoothly.

In the second half, the team came back stronger after the half time briefing by Coach Feiruz. They played harder and got back into the game. The defenders were busy holding back UWC's strikers while the midfielders assisted by going into the attack, hoping to get a goal to even out the score line. Unfortunately, a handball by the team gave UWC another chance for goal.

Full time whistle and RP was defeated by UWC 0-2.

Now, we move onto the pictures!

Magdalene, intercepting a UWC player's pass.

Valerie, who did well in midfield, closes in on UWC's #16, who was a threat down the flank.

Norlyn, #18, one of the graduating players, intercepts a ball while keeping busy in the defense.

Jannah, #23 tries to block a move by a UWC player.

That's all for now! Do check back for a recap on the U16 game and more exciting post!

New year, new outfit!

2010-08-25T20:17:00.007+08:00

Not only did the team get a new medal coming into the new year but also a new training kit!

Today, the training kits, all colored in the nation's color of red arrived and was given out to the team! This year, the team did away with the usual green! Let's hope that this red will fire them well during training for the upcoming POL-ITE!

The players' training jerseys (in red) and the keepers' training jersey in blue.

RP v NUS: Recap

2010-08-23T19:48:00.005+08:00

The team lost out 1-3 in a 3-halves friendly against NUS last Thursday on a muddy pitch.

In the first half, the team had possession, played well and had good passing among each other. However, the team appeared to have difficulties converting all attacks into goals.

In the second half, the team fought harder, ran for every ball and grabbed all opportunities to bring the ball into the penalty box and was still unable to score. With the bad condition of the field, the team had to put in double the effort to run against the muddy field.

In the final half, Jannah brought the ball from the middle of the field and with the assistance of vice-captain Salasiah, brought the ball into the penalty box and scored! What a way to score with 3 NUS defenders in the box!

Next up, the team faces NYP today over at NYP's homeground. As Sheu has put it, "We hope to give another great fight against them!"

Now, onto the photos:

Ernie, brings the ball out of danger from NUS's 2 goal heroine.

Jannah (#23), RP's goal sole goal scorer for match, with the ball.

Gettin' Ready

2010-08-18T18:45:00.002+08:00

With YOG2010 on-going, Team Republic's very own field is closed to host some of the YOG football teams' training.

While the field is unavailable, the team had been having friendlies week in and out as they prepare for the upcoming annual POL-ITE.

This evening, the team is having a friendly with NUS at 730pm at NUS field.

In the picture below, Captain Nina listens to some good music for motivation:

All 'LIVE' here and check back for half-time score!

The team is getting ready with some warm-up as we end this entry...

At half-time ... and Team Republic trails by 3 goals. Shalasiah, Magdalene and Ilyana were very close in the first 10mins only to be unlucky!

Full time, the score stands at 1-3, with the only goal from Jannah.

Narrow Win!

2010-07-31T12:36:00.001+08:00

Last night, the team took on Ottawa Serpent in a friendly at won 3-2!

More to come...

Beep beep!

2010-07-06T22:51:00.003+08:00

Every year, the team goes through this test. It's not a written test nor a listening exam test but more of a running test, also known as the beep test.

This evening, everyone in the team took the test and in one hour, everyone was done! The champion of the day went to Ernie who reached a level of 10! Congratulations Ernie!

As for the rest, of course, there is always room for improvement! Now, it's back to the field tomorrow...

The young v old: Part II

2010-07-01T12:23:00.006+08:00

Remember the day where the friendly with the alumni was postponed?

It was re-scheduled to last evening. This time, the team played against The Whites, consisting of 8 alumni, together with 15 various individual club players.

At the final whistle, the team fell to a heavy defeat of 1-12, with the consolation goal from vice-captain, Salasiah. Ilyana had a couple of chances but the shots went wide. As from the alumni, Utt scored one for The Whites!

Of course, this match definitely proved to be an eye opener and also a great exposure for the team, as they played against the experienced club players, of whom some had played at an international senior level. In addition, the team would be taking part in the upcoming Youth League and would be seeing some of these club players.

So, yet another great exposure and thankfully, there was no rain nor thunder! (Only after the match....)

The blog apologies that there are no pictures from the match!

Check it out!

2010-06-28T11:45:00.002+08:00

Yes! The blog is spotting a new look as of today and also, if you have seen, the Diva La photos are out! Fret not, the camp photos will be up by this week, we promise!

Camp camp camp

2010-06-08T18:11:00.006+08:00

Don't we all love camps? Especially when you are away from home and you have your team mates around you throughout the camp?

The team is currently having a 2D1N camp, also known as a bonding camp! So we bond, bond and bond....

Alot of activities had been lined up by the team committee for everyone and definitely, we will see plenty of team work going on! As for now, we have on pictures but once the pictures are ready, we will share on the blog here! Maybe we will have some blooper pictures too!

Before this post makes it's way out, here are some pictures from camp!

The team, comes together to form a star!

Getting in action in one of the games.

One of the teams reading up the rules before the game...

Making sure that no information is left unturned...

In action in another activity...

and another....

Going out on the field to guide the blindfolded...

and learning some juggling moves, perhaps?
(Norlyn finds it stressful, apparently...)

Outdoor dinner cooking!

Last but not least, a huge thanks to the Alumni who sacrificed their time to plan all these activities!

They definitely had a good time working together to plan the activities!

Old Divas!

2010-06-05T22:02:00.007+08:00

Oh HAY HAY!

Sorry, the blog is just so excited and got carried away for a second. It's all for a GOOD reason.

At the annual Diva La Futbol, one of Team Republic's Alumni team was reigned as Champions in the loser pool just about 4 hours ago. Who says losers can never be winners? Here we have it! It was definitely a looooooong day at the event, having to be there from the moment the chicken calls to the time where people knock off from work.

Of course, not forgetting Team Republic who had 2 teams participated in the tournament as well.

What a day of great fight, great battles and great challenges which finally led to ...... that's right, exhaustion!

Results are not in for now but we have some photos!

Featuring the greeeeen team!

....and the white team!

Everyone comes together for a photo....coupled in some funny expressions

Norlyn in action.

The young v the old

2010-05-31T11:19:00.003+08:00

Guess who's back? The blog, with some updated news!

Also, the Alumni came back! Despite their hectic schedules, they returned for a friendly last Wednesday with the current Team Republic WST. Of course, each team were looking to win it and within the first 5 minutes, Atiqah opened the scoring for the Alumni from a loose ball in the box! The score was 1-0 to the Alumni after the first half of 30 minutes.

Unfortunately, the match was later discontinued and called off due to lighting (detected by the siren which went off on a couple of occasions). So, the match is back even and the score is back to 0-0. The friendly would be re-scheduled for another date.

For now, have a great week till the next weekend!

On this day

2010-05-12T22:28:00.002+08:00

This........post......is GONA BE A SPECIAL POST!

Why? Because all the graduates of 2010 have officially graduated! The blog would like to congratulate the batch of 2010 soccer girls on their Graduation and yes, they also officially hold an Alumni status from this week onwards!

Congratulations to the following: (In alphabetical order)
Atiqah, Farrah, Farhana, Faraheen, Mary Shasha, Yatie and Yi Wen!

The blog wishes them all the best in their future studies and career!

Blue is the color

2010-05-10T13:28:00.005+08:00

(picture: zimbio.com)

Like many of you, some of the girls in the team stayed up to watch their favorite team in action on the final day of the English Premier League. Unfortunately for the Manchester United fans, the ribbons of the trophy was covered in blue and white instead.

With the title back in hand, it was a joy for the Chelsea fans and a sad season for Manchester United fans who missed out by only a point! But can Chelsea retain the title for the seasons to come?

"If they consistently perform with the standard they did for this season, they can retain it. Nevertheless, Chelsea fans must too believe that they can do it again!", says Jannah, a strong Chelsea fan.

Of course, Manchester United fans as well, would want to win the title back but what do they need? Sheu, a die-hard Manchester United fan shares with us:

"Manchester United can win back the title! They must have faith and persistence and keep working hard towards winning the title back. However, this depends on every individual in the team."

So, who ever said that there were no Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool fans in the team?

There we have it! The blog would like to thank Jannah and Sheu for their time and......as the EPL season ends, training goes on for the team!

Back to work!

2010-05-06T10:51:00.003+08:00

Erm yes, the team is back to work both off the field and on the field!

The team's official training started yesterday and the new girls had their first taste of tough training as they prepare and fight for their spot in the Oct/Nov POL-ITE 2010 Games! As usual, the team started out with some stamina work through running rounds, followed up by warm up and all the ball work. The team went back to working on their basics, from passing to heading. Training ended with yet another 2 sided game.

In addition, there will be a new team on the block called the Recreational Team! For those who did not make it to the team, they will be in this team and if they do well, they too, will get into the competitive team! As the v-captain mentioned, "Fret not and it's not the end!" Of course, they will also be training on the same days as the competitive team just that, they will be training separately.

So that's all we have for you from the first official team training! Watch this space for more updates!

Try-outs Session #2

2010-05-01T12:39:00.004+08:00

Right! So, yesterday was the 2nd try out session and we had a few more new fresh(wo)men who came down for the session. It's definitely good to know that there are more females who would like to play the game of soccer!

Again, the new girls team went up against the current Team Republic WST in an 11-a-side game. Players were switched and subbed here and there to see who could play in which position.

All in all, it was another great try out session with new friends made and with yet another couple of new players who were shortlisted by the Coach. In all, there were about 10 names!

Training officially begins next week as the players all begin their quest for the annual POL-ITE!

Before we end, Congratulations to those who were shortlisted and welcome to the Team! As for the rest, do not hesitate and there is always the following year! So practise hard, train hard and you'll never know what's in for you!

Here we go!

The field after the try out and games.

Try-outs!!

2010-04-29T13:44:00.006+08:00

Every year, Team Republic's WST holds try out for fresh(wo)men who would like to try out for the team. As the saying goes, there's always a first try for everything.

On the first try out session yesterday, the team had 19 girls who came to show their skills! There were strikers, midfielders, defenders and.......most importantly, there was a national U-19 keeper who came as well!

As usual, the 19 new girls teamed up had spar against the current Team Republic WST in an 11-a-side game. It was an interesting match to watch (though we don't know how long each half lasted) and to see what skills everyone had to offer on the field. At the end of the game, Team Republic WST came up winners against the Team New Girls. But again, it's not about the score but more about the experience gained and knowledge shared.

The field during pre-try-out.

Fi (#6) makes a pass in pre-try-out to Wana (top).

Team Republic WST in action against the new girls (in black).

Both teams in action.

All in all, the first try out session was concluded and a few names were shortlisted by the Coach! The second try out session starts tomorrow and let's see if we can spot more talents and skills from more new players!

We also need to hope that the weather God will provide some good weather!

Cambodia's Calling: Part 3

2010-04-15T16:02:00.005+08:00

It's been a week and definitely, you, yes you, behind your screens, must have been waiting for the final part! Here you go!

Iffa carrying one of the kids with all her strength!

Everyone with smiles, after quenching their thirst in a hot weathered Cambodia!

Off the field, these Cambodian girls are hair plait masters! Iffa and Nurdinee definitely enjoyed it.

Yatie and Iffa pose proudly with their medals.

After yet another hard day at work, our photographer, Nurdinee poses with a huge grin with her well-earned medal too!

So, all in all, a great trip all around and while it is always sad to leave, Shasha and Yatie would definitely love to give back more to the kids, if there was more time as Yatie put it:

"If I were to be more prepared, I would bring along nursery English books to be given to them. Education is the greatest gift to me, and I would love to impart it permanently into them."

As for Shasha, her greatest gift would be:

"If I were to choose one gift, I would choose to give them a soccer ball. Simply because football is the reason we met, we communicate and have fun through the ball and love was being spread during the process. "

That's all we have for you from this trip! For now, the team is back to school and soon, training will resume! Any great news, we'll keep you posted!

Cambodia's Calling: Part 2

2010-04-06T18:49:00.013+08:00

Whoa, it's been more than half a month since we last shared about the trip to Cambodia! Without further a do, let's get part 2 started!

In this post, we have our special guest, Shasha, who share some photos and captions from the trip...

The kids gather to welcome us as we sign in before entering the school, Indochina StarFish Foundation.

Jo Rien - go back to class
The kids running back to their classroom after a short break.

Their first ever PE lesson with games and running. As they say, action speaks louder than words, thus it was easier for us to communicate with action despite not knowing each other's language.

A visit to the Genocide Museum. The wall shows the partition of the prison cells of the victims. Indeed, a small space for them.

Reading messages and drawing left by the visitors for the victims.

It's class break and they head off for the balls! This is also their training ground and soccer is the main sport for both boys and girls.

Competition day for the girls! Here, they queue up for their medals.

Not the winners but hooray for entering the quarter-finals!

Battambang Rangers emerged as Champions after a long day of fighting hard on the field!

This is all we have for now! Stay tuned for the final part 3 as we bring you the last few photos and thoughts from them all!

Cambodia's Calling

2010-03-17T17:54:00.010+08:00

Right!

So it's been awhile since the last post as the team is currently taking a break. Yes, a break with lotsa kit kats! We're just kidding.

In the mean time, 3 of Team Republic's graduates, Iffa, Yatie and Shasha answered the call of Cambodia and headed there to conduct some PE lessons for the less-fortunate children there and at the same time, catch up with what's happening over at Phnom Phen.

We don't have much at the moment but some pictures to share!

Pre-trip: Iffa can't wait to surprise the kids there with all the secret good stuff!

Iffa and Yatie take a moment to take a picture with one of the kids.

Shasha also take a moment to take a picture with 3 kids and their favorite 'twist' sign.

Yatie generously loaned her cool sunglasses to one of the kids for a model shot!

Shasha interacts with the kids during PE lesson.
(we must admit that their jerseys look awesome!)

These kids are living in a village where conditions are not so well off unlike where most of us are living but surely, even one day of PE lesson is more than enough to make a smile from ear to ear on their faces.

Well, that's all the photos we have for now. We'll be back with more photos and some sharing!

*Photos are courtesy of Nurdinee who took some pictures while on the trip.

Tough win

2010-03-02T12:15:00.005+08:00

This is coming in late but last Thursday, 25 Feb 2010, Team Republic achieved a great 1-0 win over SMU! The match was played in 3 halves of 30minutes and the goal came from vice-captain Salasiah in the 2nd half. Both sides played good passing and we have to say that Jannah was having a hard time marking SMU's #7, Martina! Nonetheless, she did a great job despite her small built!

Jannah vying for the ball with SMU's #7.

Salasiah battling it out with a SMU player while the others watched.

Lela taking a free kick.

New Year, New Medal!

2010-01-19T11:12:00.004+08:00

We apologize for the late updates or nil updates ever since Christmas. Fret not, this time we have jolly good news to talk about!

Rolling into the New Year 2010, RPWST won a medal in the first ever inter jc-poly competition hosted by NP on 9 January! The team beat NP through penalties to enter the finals with NYP whom they also defeated in a sudden death penalty after an epic 3-3 draw after 5 penalty kicks! What an exciting New Year it has been for the team as they clinched their first ever silver medal!

The team was grouped with (Raffles Junior College) RJC, NP and Sporting Westlake with 5 goals against RJC and defeating NP and Sporting Westlake through penalties!

Shasha, who scored the first goal against RJC with a corner kick, vies for the ball with a Sporting Westlake FC player.

Jannah, who converted the penalty and 5th goal against RJC, fends off an RJC player.

Last but not least, the team poses with their very proud and hard fought first ever silver medal!

What's next for the team? POL-ITE 2010!

So it is!

2009-12-24T09:52:00.004+08:00

The blog apologises for the very late update as the blog tis the season as well!

So, that was it! After 2 soccer sessions or clinic, they had a competition on the Carnival day and matched up against each other! They definitely had a whack of a fun and as Christmas makes it's way in a few days, Santa Claus made his way to the Carnival as well to give out goodie bags to all the good boys and girls!

While it was the last day that the RPWST players would see them, it was also the same for the Admiralty Care Corner children and they would miss their coaches...aww...

So, pretty much it, the kids had good fun and RPWST looks forward to reaching out to the community where possible!

Before we end, the RPWST and the Admiralty Care Corner Children would like to wish all a very Merry Christmas!

Krazier Kids!

2009-12-14T22:00:00.007+08:00

It's the 2nd day of the clinic today and the kids more or less practice the same basics they did in their first ever session or rather, we would like to say that 2 of the stations were slightly improved to make it more exciting for the kids!

So the day was pretty much summed up with fun and more fun (despite some of the kids being a handful and stubborn...) as they gear up to their Soccer Carnival come Thursday!

Coach Atiqah explains the instructions to her station as the kids listen.

Douglas tries to take aim at the cone as Shasha guides him along.

...and he is off to celebrate with his coaches as he scores!

The kids in action in their mini game.

Shasha with her student and their bright smiles.

So that's it from the 2nd session of the Soccer Clinic and check back to find out what happened at the Carnival!

Kall 'em Krazy Kids

2009-12-11T23:30:00.006+08:00

Well, the kids are not mentally krazy but they were krazy and all hyped up (well, mostly) during the Soccer Clinic conducted by RPWST. After the one and a half hour session ended, one of them asked what is the usual size of the field in a normal game play and how big is a normal goal post! The kids are aged 7 - 12 years old but hey, they are getting curious about soccer at their age which is good!

The mixture of boys and girls learned the basics from their coaches this evening, ranging from stopping the ball to heading the ball. At the end of their first session, they played 2 halves of 3 minute game with each trying very hard to get a touch of the ball with their feet. Needless to say, they had a jolly good time!

Not too bad for their first lesson and all of them definitely behaved better than the RPWST when they rehearsed their session (days before the clinic) and acted as a handful of kids to test the 'coaches' (We must say that alot of energy was used in the act). The kids learnt alot and when they were asked what they learnt in post-session 1, one of them proudly said the most dangerous move in soccer, "Slidekick!".

Kids being kids...

The kids listening to instructions from Coach Farrah(in grey, right).

Enjoy the video below:

Boots Donation Drive

2009-12-10T17:25:00.006+08:00

At this point and again, in conjunction with Human Rights Day, a total of 20 pairs of boots and shoes alike have been donated and the team is only another 4 quarters away from reaching their goal! It has only been the one and only day for this donation but with 20 pairs donated, that's considered making 20 girls an inch away from reaching their dreams!

Here Atiqah, Norlyn, Captain Nina, Yi Wen and Farhana show their support for Human Right #24: The Right To Play, with some message tags from the shoe donors.

A supporter leaves a message.

Some of the boots donated.

Mary leaves her message on the tag.

The messages signed by the students.

So, that's pretty much it from the donation drive and Human Rights Day! Remember, everyone has a human right. You even have the right to scream your house down if you want to! Nah, we're just kidding. Just don't blame us if your house goes really crashing down.

Tis the season to Give

2009-12-09T15:39:00.004+08:00

As Christmas draws near in 2 weeks time, the team is going to conduct a Soccer Clinic for a group of kids age 7-12 years! The team has been busy of late, planning up the little fun drills for the kids to ensure that they do have plenty of fun!

Apart from that, the team would be doing a boots donation drive in conjunction with Human Rights Day on 10 Dec 2009. The donated 2nd hand boots will create some smiles in the young girls in Cambodia and allow them to chase their dreams of playing soccer with proper soccer boots! Hopefully the team would be able to hit 100 boots!

Pictures to be up later!

For more information about Human Rights Day, please check out www.youthforhumanrights.org

We're back to work!

2009-11-26T10:01:00.004+08:00

Of course, we are talking about getting back to work on the field and not anywhere else!

After a month long of break, the team is back to working on their basics and doing some running! Sure it has been a long time since the team has step foot onto the field and definitely, the team is glad to be back in training. Without a doubt, they do miss the field, alot. As Sheu has put it simply, "It's kina fun and I get to touch the ball again!".

So, that's pretty much it from the field.

Till then, catch us back again for more updates and perhaps, some interviews from the player/s!

Post-match: Arion Women's 'B'

2009-10-18T19:24:00.004+08:00

...and the final score is in!

Team Republic indeed finished off in style with a narrow 1-0 victory this evening in a hard-fought match, courtesy of skipper Azhmeera Shasha! There we have it, 3 points in the bag!

Sure it was a tough match and Arion Women's 'B' proved to be a tough nut to crack throughout, not allowing Team Republic to get a goal and clearing out all those danger balls that entered their inner territory. Azhmeera Shasha once again proved to be a threat with her signature speedy run on the front, closing down on every chance which could mean putting the team a goal up. In fact, Aileen almost put the team up in the first 20 minutes if not for the keeper who saved the ball just on the line. The substitutes were all on the edge of their seats, looking out anxiously to see if the ball had indeed passed the line.

On the other side, Arion's #19 was also a threat, exhibiting her dribbling ability along with her pace, troubling Team Republic's defense like a snake. She took a couple of shots but those did not trouble Team Republic's calm keeper, Zahidah, who made numerous saves between those 2 poles this evening, keeping her guard at all times.

In the 76th minute, Azhmeera Shasha finally broke the scoreline by firing one superb shot past the keeper from inside the 6 yard box, leaving the keeper with no chance at all. 1-0, Team Republic lead and Shasha Daud could have sealed it with a victorious ending had her shot from just on the edge of the 6 yard box not gone above the post. Nonetheless, Arion was still upbeat in a quest for an equaliser. They almost got one but Zahidah once again came to the rescue with a great save just minutes from the final whistle.

1-0, the match ended in Team Republic's favor and indeed, a great ending to this season! Also, Team Republic finished the season with a -2 goal difference, well done, indeed!

Shasha closes down on a chance.

The team celebrates the game's only one goal by Azhmeera Shasha!

Huda, who got a shot at goal, gets away from her opponent.

Bernice, who also got a shot at goal, escapes from an Arion player.

Azhmeera Shasha takes a shot and scores the only goal of the game!

Azhmeera Shasha, treated to a warm reception from the bench after the final whistle blew.

So that's all from the Youth League! The team will take a couple of weeks off before returning to the field. For now, the team is busy coming down to show their undying support for the men's soccer team who are currently taking part in the inaugural POL-ITE!

Till then, the blog will be back!

Pre-match: Arion Women's 'B'

2009-10-18T16:36:00.000+08:00

....and we're at the last game!

Under this hot and sunny evening, Team Republic will finish the Youth League against Arion Women's 'B'. Given that it is the last match, Coach Feiruz is looking to grab nothing but all 3 points to wrap up this season in style. Like the saying goes 'Finish off with a Bang'.

Who knows? Ilyana might be given a great 18th birthday present by Bernice/Aileen/Shasha scoring or say, Huda or Nina putting their names on the scoresheet! The ball is round and anything can take place!

So, check back for updates for the very very last time (and we meant Youth League updates, not that the blog is making it's last and final post)!

Pesta Sukan 2009

2009-10-11T13:54:00.002+08:00

While the team is almost done with Youth League, they have also taken part in the annual Pesta Sukan 7 a side, held at Singapore American School.

This time round, Team Republic was grouped with Middle Rangers, the Superior Arion 'A', SAS 'A' and SMU. All in all, the team managed 2 draws against SMU and Middle Rangers and 2 losses; falling to a 7 goal heavy defeat to Arion 'A' and 0-2 to SAS 'A'.

It's been yet another weekend and 2 draws under an extremely Sunny Sunday showed just how much sun block the team have applied on themselves. Of course, we are just kidding but we are serious when we say that the team is made up of strong players who put in plenty of strength in every game and competition.

Enjoy the remaining of the weekend and the blog will be back!

Post-match: Ottawa Serpent FC

2009-10-07T21:57:00.005+08:00

With both sides taking turns to be the threatening side, the game ended with a 0-0 scoreline after the final whistle.

Ottawa Serpent FC appeared to be the danger side in the first half, taking a number of shots with a couple going just wide and one hitting the side netting. Team Republic did take a couple of shots as well however were blocked out. In the first half also saw Ottawa Serpent FC being caught offside a couple of times.

Team Republic turned into an interesting side when Azhmeera Shasha and Nurjannah was brought onto the field. As per usual, Shasha used her speed to move ahead of Ottawa Serpent, causing them to play catch up on numerous occasions. Nurjannah was also a threat and took a couple of shots at goal. On a brighter note, Zahidah also made some pretty good saves in between those poles!

Yati makes her move while owning possession of the ball.

Sheu (left), who replaced Atiqah in the 2nd half, performed well on the right flank.

Azhmeera Shasha battles it out with Ottawa Serpent FC's captain for the ball.

2 more games to go against Ngee Ann Polytechnic and Arion Women's 'B' before Youth League 2009 comes to a close and a win in the last 2 games would make a happy ending! So come down and watch the team in action!

As the game against Middle Rangers FC 'B' was played the following day, the post-match report of the game would be up next week.

Pre-match: Ottawa Serpent FC

2009-10-07T19:00:00.005+08:00

The blog is back, with Youth League action!

In 30 minutes time, Team Republic will be kicking off with Ottawa Serpents FC, who is currently sitting just above Team Republic in the table standings with 7 points, 2 more than Team Republic.

In the last match, Team Republic drew with VJC 1-1 while Ottawa Serpent lost out 0-1 to SAS 'B'. Will a point difference in the previous game show the vast difference in both sides today? Who would dominate? Who would go home with 3 points? Who would go home without a point or would it be a fair game altogether? Let's look at some statistics -

Head to head(last 2 matches):
RP - LW
Ottawa Serpent FC - ?L

Games played (not including tonight's):
RP - 6
Ottawa Serpent FC - 8

The goal for Team Republic now is to win tonight and move out of the bottom 3 slots, with another game tomorrow, back to back.

Check back for updates!

*The blog apologises for an error in match schedule due to rearrangement of match by FAS. Team Republic would be facing Ottawa Serpent FC today and Middle Rangers 'B' tomorrow at 7.30pm instead.

Ausssss...what?

2009-09-29T15:22:00.004+08:00

While the team takes a one week break before their next game against Middle Rangers 'B', there is news that 18 from the team would be going on a trip to....you've guessed it, Australia!

As for now we do not know yet who are the chosen 18 but a December trip to the western Australia would definitely be a trip much welcomed! While the weather forecast has it that it would be a hot 27-30 degrees in the summer, it would be great time to busk in the sun and get some tan! At least the team would not be soaking in the rain as rain is unusual in the summer.

If you think that the girls are there for a holiday, well, fact is that they are there to participate in the annual Indian Rim Asian University Games! Who are they going to face? We are not sure yet. As for now, all minds are set on Middle Rangers 'B'.

4 more matches before we call it a day on the Youth League 2009, can Team Republic finish top half of the table? Stay tuned to find out!

Post-match: VJC

2009-09-25T12:53:00.005+08:00

Yet again another tough fight between both teams saw the score tied at 1-1 after 90 minutes.

Yi Wen opened the scoring in the first half, only for VJC to score the equalizer 10 minutes later. Both teams were on par with their attacks and Team Republic came close on many occasions to adding onto the scoreline! Nurjannah and Shasha Daud could have scored however, their shots went above the post.

It sure seemed that Team Republic was going to win it in the late second half when Azhmeera Shasha was brought on for Yi Wen. With her well known pace, Shasha received a through ball, went past her opponent before taking a low shot, only for the ball to land into the safe hands of VJC's goalkeeper for a good 3 seconds before Fazilah took a shot on the loose ball which went above the post!

While VJC's captain Ang Kuan Ren posed as a threat with her snake-dribbling ability and her dangerous shots, Team Republic managed to clear out those danger balls. Zahidah also did well in goal, saving many on-target shots!

Bernice, Yi Wen and Nurjannah celebrates the opening goal.

Zahidah keeps a look out on the game as she guards her post.

Shasha Daud taking a shot.

Yi Wen(in white) tussles for the ball with a VJC player.

Azhmeera Shasha leading the race with the ball.

Next up, Team Republic faces Middle Rangers 'B' on 8th Oct 09, kick off at 7.30pm at their very own homeground. Mark it down on your calendar!

Here's for the Festive!

2009-09-19T22:18:00.003+08:00

While it is going to be a long weekend ahead, the blog would like to wish all Muslims out there a Selamat Hari Raya as they celebrate 1 month of fasting!

Surely they are busy cleaning out their houses and keeping it ready for the festive!

Post-match: UWC

2009-09-17T16:02:00.002+08:00

Team Republic lost out 0-2 to UWC, conceding a goal in each half.

More to follow....

*Photos unavailable for this match

Pre-match: UWC

2009-09-16T14:56:00.003+08:00

Tonight the team faces United World College (UWC) in their 5th match.

News broke out that UWC fell to a heavy defeat of 1-8 to Middle Rangers. So far, Team Republic and UWC each achieved 3 points from the last two games:

Head to head(last 2 matches):
RP - WL
UWC - WL

Games played (not including tonight's):
RP - 4
UWC - 5

Will Team Republic be able to make a 2nd win and have some players who would hit the score sheet tonight? Come down and catch all the action, kicking off at 7.30pm tonight at Republic Polytechnic's Sports Complex!

Post-match: Kaki Bukit FC

2009-09-13T15:58:00.004+08:00

Team Republic put up a brave fight, only to lose 0-2 at the final whistle.

A tough first half game held both teams to a 0-0 draw. Aileen once again proved to be a threat down the left midfield together with Shasha who beat her opponent on most occasions on the front. Striker Yi Wen and right midfielder Il were busy and came close on a few occasions, only to have their shots go wide or saved by the keeper.

In the second half, Team Republic played a ten men team before introducing Shasha Daud, the stand-in captain, to complete the line-up once again. In this half, both teams were also seen busy clearing out each other's attack, with the ball seen up in the air on most times. 10 minutes into the second half saw Kaki Bukit's key player, Soffi, placing her team up ahead. The game was seen to be over when Ili gave away a penalty however, with great confidence, Zahidah made a great save and denied Kaki Bukit their second goal! But all was not meant to be when Soffi once again sent the ball into the back of the net 2 minutes later.

The highlight of the match was Aileen, who had 4 shots on goal(including a great timed header) which none were fortunate not to find the net! Indeed, it seemed like Team Republic could have reduced the scoreline but Lady Luck did not seem to be with them.

Nonetheless, a great battle and a great fight by Team Republic. 0-2 the scoreline and a restart to the clean sheet but that does not mean that everything stops here!

Next up, the team faces United World College (UWC) come Wednesday, 16 Sept 2009, kicking off at 7.30pm at their very own homeground at Republic Polytechnic.

Bernice tries to win the ball while Soffi tries to stall time.

Atiqah moves with the ball with a Kaki Bukit player closing in.

Aileen pressures a Kaki Bukit player while she attempts to clear the ball away.

Shasha Daud looks for options ahead of her.

Pre-match: Kaki Bukit

2009-09-12T12:47:00.003+08:00

Indeed, tonight would be a round 2 face off with Kakit Bukit SC for Team Republic. Team Republic lost out 0-6 to them in last year's Youth League. Would tables be turned or would the match conclude with a tough draw?

Head to head (last 2 matches):
RP - DW
Kaki Bukit - WD

Games played(not including tonight's):
RP - 3
Kaki Bukit SC - 5

As seen, both teams have achieved an equal number of points from the last 2 matches, with a win and a draw each.

In the previous match against SIM, Team Republic won 6-0 while Kaki Bukit won 5-0. Would this one goal difference make a difference in tonight's game as they go head to head? Come on down to catch the match to find out!

Post-match: SIM

2009-09-05T23:37:00.006+08:00

Indeed, Team Republic officially has 2 clean sheets as they cruise to an easy victory of 6-0 over SIM. Admist all the drama and chaos in the later 2nd half, Team Republic managed to defend well and score a goal in the 2nd half after scoring 5 goals in the first half.

Tonight, Nurjannah was the hero as she scored her first ever hat trick in a match. Definitely a threat against SIM as she poured many dangerous shots at SIM. Aileen, who started on the left midfield was also dangerous and provided many important passes to the strikers. Team Republic created many good plays and passes as they attacked SIM literally every minute of the match. Yi Wen and Shasha made a dangerous partnership in the first half, making many shots at goal in between themselves. Yati also proved to be a greater threat in the 2nd half when she played as a striker.

The contributors of the goals:
Nurjannah - 3
Shasha - 2 (the 2nd one being an own goal from SIM)
Yi Wen - 1

Indeed, a great and huge victory tonight and as we like it, 3 points in the bag!

Not very clearly seen, Nurjannah takes a shot at goal before a SIM player intervenes.

Yi Wen closes in on an SIM player.

Shasha embraces Yi Wen in her arms after Yi Wen scored the opening goal.

Shasha and Yi Wen celebrates Nurjannah's 3rd goal for the night.

Next up, the team faces Kaki Bukit come Saturday, 12 Sept 09, kicking off at 7.30pm at their very own homeground. Mark it down in you calendar and come down to support while they go for a 3rd consecutive clean sheet!

Pre-match: SIM

2009-09-05T12:35:00.003+08:00

The last time Team Republic faced SIM was on June 24, with an easy 3-0 victory.

Tonight, the team faces them for their 3rd Youth League match and Coach Feiruz is looking forward to grabbing all 3 points tonight.

Head to head (last 2 matches):
SIM - LL
RP - LD

Games played:
SIM - 4
RP - 2 (not including today's)

Team Republic has so far scored 2 goals while SIM has yet to put a single ball into the net. Hopefully Team Republic would continue their clean sheet and in addition, score more goals!

Post-match: SAS 'B'

2009-09-03T10:15:00.009+08:00

As it is, the game ended goalless, with both team coming close in many occasions.

As SAS 'B' threatened with a number of good playing passes among themselves, they were unable to put the ball into the net and were only able to take shots into the hands of Team Republic's goalkeeper, Zahidah, who made numerous important saves. Team Republic sure did dominate in terms of off and on target shots and came close to scoring two goals or three, only for the ball to go wide. While Team Republic continued to pepper SAS 'B' with their opportunities to score in the 2nd half, SAS 'B' goalkeeper was quick to react on those occasions and saved any dangerous balls that could mean making a difference to the score line.

Yi Wen tries to go pass #19 of SAS'B'

Sha Sha, who gave SAS 'B' plenty of trouble with her fast-paced speed, battles it out for the ball with #19 of SAS 'B'

Zahidah, holds the ball calmly and decides her next move.

Jannah tries to intercept the dribble of an SAS 'B' player.

0-0 at the final whistle but this also meant that Team Republic's clean sheet begins from here!

Next up for their third match, Team Republic faces SIM this coming Saturday, kicking off at 7.30pm at their very own homeground at Republic Polytechnic.

Pre-match: Late update

2009-09-02T17:36:00.003+08:00

Team Republic would be up against Singapore American School(SAS) 'B' in 2 hours time from now as we type away right here. The match would kick off at 7.30pm at the homeground of SAS. Let's hope for a good game as Team Republic aims to start a winning streak!

Before ending off, the blog apologizes for no post-match preview update on the 1st Youth League Match. We are hoping to update this asap. So do check back!

As per usual, the scores from the match would be updated the next day after the match.

Blog you later!

2 goals for a start!

2009-08-30T12:02:00.002+08:00

The team lost out 2-6 to NTU in their first Youth League match with both goals coming from Fazilah and Shasha.

More to follow...

Youth League 2nd season

2009-08-29T14:44:00.000+08:00

Up and away!

Team Republic takes part in their 2nd Youth League this year. Today, the team's first match would be up against NTU, in which they lost 0-3 in a friendly a couple of weeks back. After a hectic POL-ITE and weeks of intense training, surely the team would be able to perhaps, turn the tables around this time!

Head on down to the homeground of Team Republic to catch them in action at 7.30pm!

The blog would be updated later. So check back here to know the result!

So close, so close

2009-08-11T17:07:00.007+08:00

POL-ITE 2009 Women Soccer has concluded and Team Republic lost out 2-3 in their last game against NP on NP's home ground last Friday.

The team was down 3-1 after the first half and was more determined to give NP an uphill challenge in the 2nd half. Indeed, they did and Yati replied after Shasha Daud's goal to close in on the scoring gap. Team Republic was hungry and tried very hard, creating every chance and finding every means to score the equalizer as it meant that if they do, they would finish the tournament as 3rd place winners. Unfortunately, NP also gave Team Republic a hard time, cancelling out every chance that could meant a 3-3 draw at the final whistle.

ITE finishes as champions of POL-ITE 2009 with NP and NYP following behind 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Indeed it is yet another POL-ITE 2009 for Women's Soccer and Team Republic looks forward to reaching Greater Heights for POL-ITE 2010.

Shasha Daud of Team Republic controls the ball while NP players chase on.

Shasha Daud takes a shot and scores Team Republic's first goal.

The reserves taking a laugh during pre-game.

Goalless, it is.

2009-08-06T09:18:00.006+08:00

The match between Team Republic and NYP ended in a goalless as both team fought hard to earn 3 points, however, in vain.

Defenders from both teams were kept very busy, having to clear out all dangerous balls that entered the danger box/penalty area. Also not to mention that Team Republic's captain, Farrah, who was in goal, was tremendously heroic throughout the match, making plenty of point-blank saves to ensure that her team goes home with at least a point in the bag. The captain had been commanding her defence line literally every single minute of the match.

Thumbs up to NYP for putting up a tough battle against Team Republic!

Sha sha, who was a constant threat, uses her speed to beat NYP's captain to the ball.

Team Republic's captain, Farrah, commanding her team.

Next up, Team Republic faces POL-ITE host NP at their very homeground tomorrow, 7 Aug 2009. The match would determine whether Team Republic would make it to the quarter-finals of the annual tournament.

Come on down and support the team!

Come and show your support!

2009-08-03T10:38:00.002+08:00

Come on down and give your undying support to the Team!

*Both games will kick-off at 7pm.

Onto the next match...

2009-08-03T10:07:00.006+08:00

The blog apologises for the late update...

The team lost out 4-0 to ITE last Tuesday as ITE constantly peppered Team Republic with their attacks and shots at goal. Team Republic did well to defend for the first 20 minutes before ITE put the ball into the net. In the second half, Team Republic conceded another 2 goals but continued to make it a hard time for ITE by clearing out the ball out of the danger area each time ITE attacked. Team Republic was also close on a couple of occasions, with Sha Sha and Ilyana coming close to scoring a goal or two.

Sha Sha keeps the ball away from Nora of ITE. Sha sha created plenty of problems for ITE with her fast pace down the right flank.

Nina races with her U19 team mate, Lia Hashim towards the ball.

Next up, the team faces NYP tonight, 7pm @ Ngee Ann Polytechnic. Come on down and give your fullest support!

First win!

2009-07-22T23:15:00.011+08:00

(Above, the team celebrates after Il (covered) scores her 2nd goal)

With all their might,

they won the fight.
With 5 goals in sight,
all scored tonight!

Indeed, the team put 5 goals past SP today, notching their first win of POL-ITE 2009! The goals came in from:

Il, who scored the opening goal from a 2nd ball cross and added another beauty shot from inside the box
Yati, who scored 2; one being a penalty and the other a loose ball
Shasha, who bagged a goal from inside the box

SP put up a good fight tonight but overall, Team Republic came out as the better team! Well done Team Republic and watch out for updates!

POL-ITE delay

2009-07-15T16:40:00.003+08:00

Due to concerns of H1N1, the fixtures for POL-ITE 2009 have been delayed to a later date. Below is the schedule:

1st game: RP VS SP
Date: 20th July 2009
Location: RP Field
Kick Off: 6pm

2nd game: RP VS ITE
Date: 30th July 2009
Location: RP Field
Kick Off: 6pm

3rd game: RP VS ITE
Date: 4th August 2009
Location: RP Field
Kick Off: 6pm

4th game: RP VS NP
Date: 7th August 2009
Location: NP Field
Kick Off: 6pm

Do come down and show your full support for the team on the above dates!

Three goals!

2009-06-24T22:00:00.002+08:00

Tonight, the team took on SIM in a friendly and won 3-0 with goals from Sha sha, Yatie and Faezah (who also calls herself kecik - in translation it means small in malay)!

Definitely a great win for the team and a great way to end the day!

POL-ITE 2009 Schedule

2009-06-23T11:38:00.004+08:00

The blog apologizes for very late and slow updates because there are just too many events!

As for now, the annual POL-ITE 2009 schedule is as below:

1st game: RP VS NYP
Date: 6th July 2009
Location: RP Field
Kick Off: 6pm

2nd game: RP VS SP
Date: 23rd July 2009
Location: RP Field
Kick Off: 6pm

3rd game: RP VS ITE
Date: 30th July 2009
Location: RP Field
Kick Off: 6pm

4th game: RP VS NP
Date: 3rd August 2009
Location: NP Field
Kick Off: 6pm

Ensure that you do keep the above dates free and marked down in your calendar if you want to catch the team in action as they enter their 3rd POL-ITE since 2007!

See you there!

*The blog promises to show some highlights from June's training camp. Don't miss that out!