"This Blog is so Dead" - Wx

This entry is an attempt to liven up the blog and appease Lieutenant Chong, Chief Logistic Officer of the Singapore Army, who appears more than capable to become the Chief of Waterboys in ESFC after his national slavery has ended. Enjoy!

BYE!

How to Celebrate like a Manutd Player

How to Play Football Part III

"I love challenging myself against all the best players," he said. "I watch how good they are, but when we play them I think to myself 'right, I'm going to see how good you really are, Fabregas, Lampard and Gerrard. I'm going to get amongst you and see how you like it.

"And when you've not got the ball, I'm still going to get about you and see how you like it'.

"I'm going to ask you do you fancy it? Do you like getting kicked? Do you like the fact that I'm going to be at you for the whole 90 minutes? As soon as you get the ball I'm going to be in your face.

"You're not going to like it one bit. And when we have the ball, I'm going to run you into the corner and you're going to have to follow me. Are you ready for that? Because that's what's going to happen.

"That's my attitude and I don't feel I've come off second best to anyone this season."

- Fletcher himself is emerging as a lynchpin in United's midfield and he relishes competing against the league's best

But then again, in my opinion he's not as tough as this other guy who also played for Manchester United before.

How to Play Football Part II

Courtesy of Kungfu-fighter Abang Schwarzenegger.

How to play football Part I

In a bid to straighten out the pussies in the team, Josh has gladly contributed this video to one of the most important aspects in our football education - how to play like a warrior on the pitch.

Enjoy the video and see you on pitch-side soon. :)

Josh: Eh knn Kim don't anyhow say me! As Salvor Hardin of Foundation once said, "Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent." Be hard but not dirty... But once in awhile let go also good la. Less stress can live longer! :D

Kim: Eh Knn Josh, to borrow a famous phrase from a famous dickhead, "only true friend tells you straight in the face." Don't deny your true nature, you dirt bag!

Match on the 25th is CANCELLED due to lack of personnel. Btw remember to watch Manutd own Liverfool tmr Sunday at 10pm!

Friendly friendly

A friendly was played out in good spirit today at FTPSS with the Everyday Sundays emerging victorious over the opponents amusingly named, Sunday FC (can someone confirm this)!

Long benefitted from Peng's vision and sublime passing as the former calmly placed the ball out of the keeper's reach. Kim Sin Ting sealed the win as he converted Nathan's penalty with aplomb, giving the keeper -100% chance of saving. Special mention to Yenhao for being the fastest centre-back in the world, and Zhong for 'handballing' with his shoulder! No break dance today? ):

ESFC LOVE CAR WASH ! :D

ESFC LOVE CAR WASH ! :D

Friendly Day

Opponent: The Unknowns vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Blue / White / Black
Date: 18th October 09
Time: 0900hrs
Venue: Astro Turf @ First TPY Secondary School
Probable Squad:

1. Simon
2. Jason Chew
3. WeiLin
4. Eugene
   
5. Ah Long
6. Sinting
   
7. Josh
8. Peng
9. Boon
   
10. Kim
    
11. Wenxiong
12. Jason Ang
    
13. Yenhao
    
14. Guoxing
    
15. Nathan
16. Zhong
    

Wah, my KNN works.

Friendly Loss

ESFC, or rather what was left of it, returned to the Yishun pitch after the dramatic end of last season's title-losing game. To be succinct, ESFC have some of the most loyal fans and a team full of players who are very talented, hard working, and dedicated to the cause. However, the day started with only 8 players, with one having extreme hangover and the other praying to God he won't get mobilized during the match, plus 1 hot prospect who, everyone thought was Darren at first but minus the antics and Oscar-award winning rolling and diving.

Game started with an 3-4-1 formation with Wx in goal, Weilin, Eugene and Hanting in defence and Adib, who arrived late and took an eternity to warm up, to play the centre-midfield role with Jason Ang and Kim. "Darren-MarkII" played on the Left of midfield and Nathan completed the puzzle with his Emile Heskey style striking role.

Well, ESFC lost 4-3 against a side who fielded 11 players plus a sub on the bench. But the opponents struggled against the valiant ESFC players who kept them on their back foot to play catching up for the most part of the game.

Bench-warmer expert Adib showed his prowess in front of goal to score two and assist another for Darren-MarkII who also scored on his impressive debut. Cries of "RAMESH, get this Indian off the bench!" were heard from the foreign workers crowd that had gathered to watch the Bollywood star playing for ESFC.

Wenxiong was a lucky boy he wasn’t sent off for his rash challenge on an opponent and his "save" from the penalty spot. There have been murmurings amongst the supporters that the midfield destroyer really destroys people and cries of "Paul Scholes" were also heard among the sports analysts.

Good game guys! Hope you enjoyed it.

Good Luck!

All the best to the seven outstanding players of ESFC who are going to represent their respective universities in the up and coming Singapore University Games also known as Sunig. Please do remember to play hard and don't give chance to your fellow teammates if they are playing against you. (hint:Josh)

Also.. beware, Adib is back..

Nike Run

So how guys? Wanna go queue up on Wednesday or we hire Adib the bangla to queue for us?

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Hi,

I am sorry to inform you that registration has closed for the race. However, due to the overwhelming response and numerous requests by the general public, Nike is opening up an additional 500 registration slots for The Human Race 10k Singapore, happening on October 24, 2009! Registration is exclusive at the Nike Flagship Store @ WISMA Atria on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at 11am. First Come, First Serve policy.

Please read the link below for more information.

http://inside.nike.com/blogs/nikerunning_humanrace-en_SG/2009/09/18/additional-500-registration-slots-for-human-race-10k-singapore

Regards,
Cheryl

- Hide quoted text -

-----Original Message-----
From: Then Kim Yuan [mailto:thenky@gmail.com]
Sent: Wed 9/16/2009 12:06 AM
To: Customer Service
Subject: Nike Human Race 10k 2009

Hi,

Is the registration still opened? I have a group of 8 individuals(including
myself) that are keen to participate in this 10k run. However, the main page
has notified us that the registration is full.

Please let me know if the registration is still opened.

Regards,

Kim

Adib's controversial celebration

Be a man! Do the right thing! Especially after "scoring". Beware of Adib... He's back!

Not 1, not 2.4, not 3... But 10K!

Are you in? S$20 only.

Registration deadline is 8/10, so register

and join the Human Race today!

12/9 Update: Sorry, we have run out of M Male Tshirt. (?! I'll call them on Mon to ask if they'll restock.

14/9: Nike WILL restock these US-sized shirts. Simply select any size and register, and send an email to service@hivelocity.com.sg stating your desired sex size change. Cheers, fellow Human Racers!

15/9 - Registration is FULL. Kim is trying to get the rest registered.

Confirmed:

1. Sinting (reg-ed)

2. Thenky

3. Rongzhu (reg-ed)

4. Guanlong

5. Josh (reg-ed)

6. Wenxiong

Obama says, "Study hard, don't [just] play football."

Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy

In memory of our dear Mascot

OK guys. the details are as follows.

Venue : Kallang Cage
Date : 6th September 09(Sunday)
Duration : 1000H - 1800H

Registration fee is $80.

5-a-side with 3 subs. So total can have 8 players per team.
SO how? confirm with me ah. haha. power. LOL.

Stats

The season is finally over and as most of us are returning back to our respective schools to start new(not so now) semester,let's take some time off to reflect on our participation in Sporting Light Football League in the first half of 2009.

We got 2nd place but it does not really matter anyway. We've shown everyone in this league that we're the better team.

4-1

Despite a comfortable win over the (mostly) valiant Kum Yans, an unfortunate red card incident and accumulation of yellows meant that two points were deducted from the three that we secured today. It's all in the hands feet of Frankel now. It's been remarkably fun guys; no regrets but only fond memories of time spent with awesome people such as yourself. CHEERS! :)

Match Day 11

Opponent: Kum Yan vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Blue / White / Black
Date: 1st August 09
Time: 1700hrs (Fall in @ 1615hrs)
Venue: Astro Turf @ Bedok Green Sec
Probable Squad:

1. Zhong
2. Chew
3. Weilin
4. Eugene
   
5. Josh
6. Boon
7. Peng
8. Ragen
9. Adib
10. Long (cameo GK)
11. ???

3 targets for this game:

• Score many goals
• Clean sheet
• Zero cards

All these factors are equally vital to clinch the best attack and defence and more importantly, the league championship.

Good luck from Wak and Kim (enjoying our little break in Melaka now)!

Weilin's back!

... And he wants to play. This Fri night, around 11pm at Stadio (Balestier). Boon, Peng, Josh, Figo, Jason Ang, Jason Chew & Wei Lin are on... Are YOU?

6-1

Despite losing a few good men to standard human flu, ESFC retained possession, momentum, and won their penultimate league match against the valiant Frolics comprehensively. Victory is just a game away, team. Let's own it!!!

Match Day 10

Opponent: Frolics vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red / White / Black
Date: 19th July 09
Time: 1700hrs
Venue: Natural Grass @ Pasir Ris Crescent Secondary School
Probable Squad:

1. Simon
2. Wak
3. Hanting
4. Ah Long
5. Sinting
   
6. Josh
7. Kim
   
8. Wenxiong
9. Jason Ang
   
10. Yenhao
    
11. Adib
12. Ragen
13. Nathan

:(

3-1

ESFC displayed character to come back from conceding a disappointing sucker punch to score three goals and claim all three points in this pivotal match against the jubilant Jubilees.

Kim's tenacity throughout the match paid off handsomely as his outer-foot shot cross flew into the net from an impossible angle, before Ragen marked his return with a predatory finish. Adib finished off the game with barely minutes to go with aplomb with a stunning volley, after frustratingly hitting the crossbar in the first half.

MotM Figo was instrumental to the victory as his hard running and tackles put the game in our favour. 2 more games to go gents- the trophy is for us to win!

Match Day 09

Opponent: Teban Thunders FC vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red / White / Black
Date: 12th July 09
Time: 1500hrs
Venue: Natural Grass @ Bedok North Secondary School
Probable Squad:

1. Simon
2. Zhong
   
3. Wak
4. Hanting
5. Ah Long
6. Peng
7. Sinting
   
8. Josh
9. Boon
10. Kim
    
11. Wenxiong
12. Adib
13. Ragen
    

Be at the pitch geared up by 1415 hours.Boon will be conducting tactical brief. Do NOT be late.

HAHA

3-3

ESFC slumped to a draw with the swift Teban Thunder players this thunderous and sodden evening.

Sin Ting, Boon and Nathan all scored to gift our side a precious, fortuitous point. The absence of a goalkeeper and several key players were sorely felt, and their return this coming week will surely result in a better team performance.

Exclusive: Adebayor's Michael Owen style brochure

Match Day 08

Opponent: Teban Thunders FC vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red / Black / Black
Date: 5th July 09
Time: 1700hrs
Venue: Natural Grass @ Bedok North Secondary School
Probable Squad:

1. Sinting
2. Jason Chew
3. Zhong
   
4. Wak
5. Eugene
6. Hanting
   
7. Josh
8. Boon
9. Kim
   
10. Wenxiong
11. Jason Ang
    
12. Adib
13. Nathan
    

Be at the pitch geared up by 1630 hours.Boon will be conducting tactical brief. Do NOT be late.

8 - 1

Despite HR issues, ESFC recorded an emphatic victory over the spirited NC Eagles, claiming top spot of the table. Adibeyor's return yielded dividends in the form of goals and bruises; while "Hat-Trickster" Sin Ting almost became "Clean-Sheeter". All in all, a superb team performance that has given the Sundaians strong impteus for the second half of the league. Keep up the good work, guys!

Match Day 07

Opponent: NC Eagles vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red / Black / Black
Date: 27th June 09
Time: 1700hrs
Venue: Natural Grass @ Yishun Pitch
Probable Squad:

1. Sinting
2. Jason Chew
3. Lionel
   
4. Wak
5. Josh
6. Zhong
   
7. Boon
8. Peng
9. Tong (Guest)
   
10. Ragen
11. Adib
    

Be at the pitch geared up by 1630 hours.Boon will be conducting tactical brief. Do NOT be late.

1-1

Pengiesta scored a scorcher of a volley against emulous Leslie's valiant Y Homeless FC, before a defensive lapse allowed our opposition to equalize in the closing minutes of the game. A good prelude to the impending restart of the Sporting Light League.

ESFC cruised to a victory in a friendly against not-so-friendly opponents. Ragen grabbed a brace while Jason aka Cleo Ferdinand, Waki Alves and Ah-Long-so opened their scoring accounts; combative Kim "Kio Sai Zai" suffered an unjust boot to his shoulder from the opposition's motherfuckerfather of a keeper. Get well soon, destroyer!

PS: As much as we can, we will try to never walk onto the Yishun pitch ever again. ^_^

Friendlies Frenzy

Opponent: Unknowns vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red / Black / Black
Date: 20th June 09
Time: 9am
Venue: Natural Grass @ Yishun Pitch
Probable Squad:

1. Ah Liang
2. Wak
3. Sinting
   
4. Jason Chew
5. Zhong
6. Ah Long
7. Kim
8. Boon
9. Peng
10. Josh
    
11. Ragen

Opponent: Y Homeless FC vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: BLUE / White / Black
Date: 21st June 09
Time: 1500 (Please gather for water-parade by 1415)
Venue: Astro Turf @ First Toa Payoh Sec
Probable Squad:

1. Ah Liang
2. Jason Chew
3. Zhong
4. Ah Long
5. Wenxiong
   
6. Jason Ang
7. Sinting
   
8. Boon
9. Peng
10. Josh
11. Yenhao
12. Ragen
    

We have arranged matches against quality opponents at quality pitches and both friendlies are important to test out new stuffs and keep our match fitness at an optimal level before the season restarts on the 27th. Hopefully, there wouldn't be any fightings or remarks such as "go outside 1-on-1 lah!" AND "An Chua? Buey Song Mai Seng Kiu Lah? KNNBCCB@#$%^&*(&^%$#$%^..."

For now, most of the lads have not committed their attendance yet so please let me know ASAP your availability.

Anyway, nice game I found from another site. Click here to play. Go on, take your shot at that Barca fan.

1-1

Great passing game. One mistake. One superb header. One red card and some fist fights.

And then, spending the rest of the day together doing crazy things. Brilliant~

2-0

Everyday Sunday FC defeated the valiant Maestros by a narrow margin. Nathan's explosive header from Pengiesta's in-swinging corner put the Reds up, before Josh latched onto (yet another) Peng's sublime pass effort and dispatched it into the empty net in the final minute of the game.

Between the two goals, however, Wenxiong "Figo", skilfully prevented the opponent from getting the ball by balancing himself on the ball for five seconds before accidentally handling it, resulting in a penalty...

Zhong, our team's breakdancer extraordinaire, performed his own rendition of Wenxiong's move and demonstrated his astounding skills for the surrounding spectators to awesome effect. This superb reenactment probably affected the opposition's concentration, leading the taker to miss the penalty. Well done!

Pictures and videos coming soon!

Match Day 06

Opponent: Maestros vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red / White / Black
Date: 31st May 09
Time: 1700 (Please gather for water-parade by 1615)
Venue: Astro Turf @ First Toa Payoh Sec
Probable Squad:

1. Ah Liang
2. Wak
3. Hanting
4. Eugene
   
5. Jason Chew
6. Zhong
7. Ah Long
8. Jason Ang
9. Wenxiong
   
10. Kim
11. Sinting
    
12. Boon
13. Peng
14. Josh
15. Nathan

I'm surprised that they changed the venue without informing us to this very last moment and luckily, I did a check. What inspired such a sudden change of venue, we do not know but it is imperative that we play to the whistle and once again STFU (i hope Zhong will know what it means this time.) I'm not saying much because I fear someone has been lurking in the corner reading but you will know what I mean. More importantly, some of the lads have been working hard behind the scene with the Committee of this league in the past week to sort out some problems with the Referees, which we feel, show a lack of neutrality in our games so far.

Nevertheless, let's do it. Against all odds, we must stand together and play as a team. See ya @ Sunday, Everyday Sunday. :D

2-1

ESFC was largely uninspired and lacklustre today despite a good showing in attendance; we were fortunate to claim all three points against the spirited Zenith side. Boon's tenacity allowed him to level the score after the Sundays conceded from a stunning indirect flukekick freekick in the first minute. In the second half, Chila-Nathan-vert, true to his word (say you'll strike toto leh), scored the winner in brilliant fashion to claim victory of this forgettable physical (coughstudscough) encounter. As the adage goes, "Champions win even when they play poorly." Heads up, team!

Match Day 05

Opponent: FC Zenith vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red / White / Black
Date: 24 May 09
Time: 1500 (Please gather for water-parade by 1415)
Venue: Astro Turf @ Meridian JC
Probable Squad:

1. Ah Liang
2. Sinting
3. Hanting
4. Eugene
   
5. Jason Chew
6. Zhong
7. Lionel
   
8. Ah Long
9. Wenxiong
   
10. Kim
11. Guoxing
12. Boon
13. Peng
14. Adib
    
15. Josh
16. Nathan

This week's game, we have two objectives. One is to WIN and reestablish ourselves as the table leader. Two is to STFU and play our game. Don't be influence by Referee's bad decision and if the decisions are not to our favor, just move away. Even if you're damn unhappy, just release those frustration by scoring/assisting or celebrating like me. Haha!

The card system of the league is like our achilles' heel. We cannot afford to get any more points deducted because Frankel definitely WILL NOT be receiving any cards because of........(highly controversial if i mentioned) so they are going to pounce on any mistakes that we make. So play smart and STFU. Leave the talking to Captain Boon.

Believe me, there is an agenda from other teams to get us being carded the most so please don't fall into their trap.

ESFC ♥ You

7-1

Despite the match being played on a Saturday, Everyday Sunday recovered from a poor first half to dominate proceedings in the restart against the valiant SGX brokers. Ragen's debut in the infamous spicy red shirt led to the first goal of this scintillating match- a predatory header past the wrong-footed keeper; however, the opposition equalized with a solid counter-attack.

In the second half, Josh converted Pengiesta's penalty kick with aplomb as the Sundays steadily gained a foothold. Boon was dissatisfied with his unspectacular goal scored in the swansong of his Vapors, but a goal is a goal nonetheless. Ragen added to his tally with a smart finish from a swift move between NTU hall champions Peng and Boon. Zhong abandoned his defensive partner Jason (who has inconsolable, by the way) to drive a hard low shot past the SGX keeper, before marauding winger Guo Xing capped off a brilliant game with an accurate drive. Better luck next time, Waki Alves!

Darren's physical absence was felt and heard, as at times the Temasek Secondary School pitch was peacefully serene. The entire back line was outstanding and stood resolutely firm against numerous attempts to breach our defence.

Glory glory Man United!!! Champs League, here we come :)

Match Day 04

Opponent: SGX vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red / White / Black
Date: 16 May 09
Time: 1700 (Please gather for water-parade by 1615)
Venue: Astro Turf @ Temasek Secondary School

Probable Squad:

1. Ah Liang
2. Wak
   
3. Hanting
4. Jason Chew
5. Zhong
   
6. Ah Long
7. Kim
8. Boon
9. Peng
   
10. Josh
11. Ragen
    
12. Guoxing

Quote of the day: "[aussieBum] its time to pack my bags again. says:*but i am the best left back"

ESFC ♥ You

ESFC Road Trip

PRE ORDER TICKET - MU TOUR 2009 Team : Malaysia Selection vs Manchester United

Match Day : 18 July 2009, 1730hrs

Venue : Bukit Jalil Stadium (capacity 85k)

Tiketing Details : Ready to launch

58 tier 3,
88 tier 2 masuk pintu merah/hijau
108, tier 1 pintu hijau
308 tier 1 pintu merah - area vip

berdasarkan harga yg diberi di atas:

1. RM58.00 - Tier 3
2. RM88.00 - Tier 2
3. RM108.00 - Tier 1
4. RM308.00 - GRANDSTAND

Since we're going to Malaysia, its best that we learn some Malay words. If you don't understand, just ask Rongzhu. She's a Malay!

After currency conversion, the price should be $55 plus minus per pax. Prepare your cash to transfer to me soon!

Confirmed attendance:

1. Adib & Gf
   
2. Boon
3. Josh
4. Sinting
5. Yenhao
6. Eugene
7. Zhong & Gf
8. Chelsea fan Kim & another Gf

Thanks

3-0

ESFC recorded their third successive victory in the league, scoring a hat trick of goals and acquiring three points. Josh assisted his fellow adiPure bro, Pengayoun with a layoff and a flicked header, both of which the latter converted with powered precision. Wen-figo-xiong capitalized on Kim's headed flick, slotting the loose ball past the spirited Momentos' goal line for the third goal.

Van der Simon registered yet another brilliant performance for the Spice Boyz, saving AND holding onto a few point-blank shots for his coveted second clean sheet.

Climbing up the walls [watch this]- table we go! Happy Mothers' Day! <3

Match Day 03

Opponent: Team Momentos vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red/White/Black
Date: 10 May 09
Time: 1500 (Please fall in by 1415)
Venue: Astro Turf @ Temasek Secondary School

Probable Squad:

1. Ah Liang
   
2. Darren
3. Eugene
4. Kai Jie
   
5. Lionel
6. Ethan
   
7. Wak
8. Ah Long
9. Wenxiong
   
10. Kim
11. Boon
12. Peng
    
13. Josh
14. Jason Chew
15. Adib
    

For those who drive, please park at B/163 along Bedok South Road. It's just a 5mins walk to the field. I'll be driving so anyone who wants to hitch a ride, just call me.

Anyway, we can feel the momentum building up so let's not lose focus for this match even though our opponents are 2nd from the bottom. This game will also be Darren's last before he flies off to Australia again so let's give him a good "send-off." See you lads on Sunday!

Quote of the day: "Wenger asks: How can I buy when I have Abou Diaby?"

ESFC ♥ You

Blue is the color

Hmmm.

This is mean and I'm bound to get a earful from Sergeant Major Goh but I hope the message is clear.

4-0

ESFC put a milestone of goals past the Frankel goal line today as the return of several key players marked the Sundaians/Spice Boys' return to form as well.

Josh put the horror of last week's penalty miss behind him as he opened the scoring after finding acres (and years) from Boon's pinpoint cross; Peng's brilliant run and pace allowed him to round the opposition keeper with ease before nonchalantly slotting home; Boon's superb angled lob left the keeper flapping for thin air, and industrious MotM Wenxiong finished off the rebound from a free-kick. The ref must have thought Kim removed his shirt, for the latter received a yellow card for 'over-celebrating'.

This match, played on the flawless Meridian JC pitch, was marred with some Frankel players misintepreting some of our players' remarks- we were passing your man down some water, and we were applauding our own player for managing to keep the ball in.

All in all, a deserved score line and another 3 (thanks a lot Mr UOL, aka Sin Ting :D Good luck for your exams and have fun hahaha!!!) 2 points.

Match Day 02

Opponent: Frankel vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red/White/Black
Date: 03 May 09
Time: 1500 (Please fall in by 1415 for inspection by returning OCS officers)
Venue: Astro Turf @ Meridian Junior College

Probable Squad:

1. Ah Liang
2. Darren
3. Jason Chew
4. Zhong
5. Josh
6. Ah Long
   
7. Wak
8. Wenxiong
   
9. Jason Ang
   
10. Kim
11. Boon
12. Sinting
    
13. Peng
    
14. Nathan
15. Eugene
    

This match is a must-win if we want to prove that we're serious in this competition. Against the league leader who has scored 12 goals and conceded 1 only, we have to be on top of our game in all departments. Let's just show everyone what we're really capable of! See you lads on Sunday!

Quote of the day: "ahKIM™ says: *I will hug the lines on Sunday like how i hug Rz!"

ESFC ♥ You

Where's Adib now?

Adib: "Deh, if you can find me, I will make one kambing murtabak for you! Maybe, I will also make one teh tarik, ah neh style, for you! So... if you know where's Adib, just ring me up!"

2-1

ESFC's overall performance in their first Sporting Light League outing was poor. Individual passes, shots (kim's sitter and penalty included nbcb), control and teamwork was as inconsistent as the undulating Yishun pitch; this led to several unforced errors which the energetic opponents capitalized on, scoring the first goal of this open game.

Fortunately, defensive stalwart Zhong's penetrating run led to the Sundays' maiden goal, and Kim's follow-up to Boon's parried free-kick led to the match winner. On the other end, Simon was the unsung hero of the match as he stood firm against numerous goal attempts.

As the commentators' adage goes, "Champions win even when they play badly." Let's look forward and play better this coming Sunday! Majulah ESFC!

Rules of the League

Alright Manutd fans,

Here are the more important rules and regulation for this league which I think the team (myself and Wak especially) should remember all the time.

1. Any team that accumulates 5 yellow cards in the course of the tournament will have 1 point deducted from the team.
2. Players accumulating 2 yellow cards would be banned 1 game.
3. Players accumulating 1 red card would be banned 2 games.
4. Any team that accumulates 1 red card in the course of the tournament will have 1 point deducted from the team; 2 red cards 2 points, etc.
5. The decision of the referee and match official must be respected. Players and onlookers must not shout any instructions to the referee. Should there be any issue arising from the match, team managers could make this known in writing to the SLL Committee. The decision of the SLL Committee must be respected. (Some bangla guy, I'm not naming who, please take note.)
   
6. The Committee takes a very serious view of fighting and the player or players involved may be banned from the tournament if found guilty. (Gangster aka Ethan please take note.)

Play fair like Zhong and clean like Adib ya.

Match day 01

Opponent: KK United (Sabah) vs Everyday Sunday FC
Jersey Colors: Red/White/Black
Date: 26 Apr 09
Time: 1700 (Please fall in by 1630 for inspection)
Venue: Field @ Blk 367, Yishun Ring Road

Probable Squad:

1. Ah Liang
2. Kai Jie
   
3. Hanting
4. Darren
5. Jason Chew
6. Zhong
7. Josh
8. Ah Long
   
9. Wak
   
10. Kim
11. Sin Ting
    
12. Boon
13. Nathan

Let's win this match. We're serious about this. Time to redeem the team's name after the ill-fated affairs in Playsports. It hurts me and I'm sure you guys do not feel better either. Alright, see you lads on Sunday.




Quote of the day: "[aussieBum] Coming Home Tomorrow says: *other than eugene i think i am the best in singapore"

ESFC ♥ You

Birthday Boy

Happy 22nd Birthday to our mediocre, i meant messiah, Zhong who is versatile like John O'Shea but plays more like Zonked Terry. Oh btw, he got another new pair of boots! :D

:)

:(

Quote of the day:

"Josh is the walrus says: *but if i were you
Josh is the walrus says: *i'd sell away the boots i don't use
Josh is the walrus says: *waste space only"

Sporting Light League

Hi lads,

We have officially joined this league that consists of 12 teams. As I have mentioned in the previous post, I'm worried about the number of players who can turn up for these 3/5pm games so hopefully my fears will not come true this time round.

Anyway, I hope there is a better sense of commitment to the team and not let history repeats itself. The next game will be on 26th April 5pm at our favorite Yishun field against a team that we might have played before.

Finally, I wish for the best to the varsities undergraduates(including myself) who are taking their exams during the next few weeks and come back stronger for our future games.

And... Since the next game is going to be on 26th, I think Darren should be free to participate then. Let's welcome him with our bukkakes!

Season 3

Tentatively, these are the calculations for the Season 3. The negative connotation at the 'Total Balance' determines the amount of money that the you owe the team. A positive one will mean that team owes u that amount of money.

Therefore, for Season 3 at Playsports League, just pay $50 first and I will have a balance of $700+ for next season.

Any changes please contact me because I think there may be some miscalculations.

Thanks!

Some thoughts please

Recently, Boon and myself have been discussing on joining a new league that may accommodate the relentless and unforgiving university schedules. However, my main concern for joining this league is that the games are going to be on either Sat or Sun on different weeks(depending on the availability of pitches) which i think will lead to the inconsistency of the number of players available for games. Also, it would be played on either 3pm or 5pm which i feel, from my point of view, may affect our other social activities.

I will furnish the details for this league here and please tell me what you feel about this league by using voting poll, comments or tagboard.

1. Sporting Light League is spearheaded Mr. Brian Pereira, of Bethesda Frankel Estate Church. This is a Christian influenced league but they accept non-religious groups as well.
2. Games are held on Saturdays or Sundays at a few synthetic fields in S'pore such as First Toa Payoh Sec Sch, Temasek Sec Sch, Meridian JC and etc at either 3pm or 5pm.
3. The league allows rolling substitution throughout.
4. Any team receiving 5 yellows will get 1 pt deducted. Also, 1 red card 1 point deducted, 2 red 2 points and etc. The main reason is to curb rough play.
5. All participating teams will get 2 balls and a medical kit. There will also be a June break.
6. Also, there will be a trophy presentation and a makan session at the end of the season.
7. Cost of competition: $1200/-

Are you going to finish strong?

I hope we can get back up and finish strong.

Events after our acrimonious exit

Hi Kim Yuan,

It is unfortunate that your team has decided to withdraw from the league.
However, as we have book the pitches for your team for March, we will need
to charge your team for the pitches booked.

League outstanding fees: $270 (Matches 5 to 7)
Pitches for March: $150 (8th Mar - Fuhua Secondary, 15th Mar - Fuchun
Secondary, 22nd Mar - Fuchun Secondary)
Total amount: $420

Please get back to me asap. Thanks.

Cheers,
Shaun
http://www.playsports.com.sg

Hi Shaun,

Thanks for the kind understanding. Anyway, I will settle the amount with you asap. May I know what will happen to the $100 deposit?

Regards,
Kim Yuan

Hi Kim Yuan,

The $100 is only refundable upon completion of the league, thus the amount
will not be refunded to your team.

Cheers,
Shaun
http://www.playsports.com.sg

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First, due to the exit, we have got to make these unnecessary payments. I just want to let you guys know that even if we're in the league, we're also wasting $ playing because of the lack of players. Simply to say, to carry on playing with 10-11 players per week, each player has to pay $9 and due to the current situation, I need to divide the amount of $150 unfairly between everyone who has participated in the league. It does not matter whether one has played 1 game or 7 games, the amount will be unfairly divided to $150/17(don't include Peng, Darren, Weilin, Jason Ang, Ethan and Nathan) = $9

Therefore, if a player like, e.g. Zhonglun, Josh, Ah Liang and Long, has played in every game this season, they will have to fork out $72. BUT, due to the accumulation of $ brought forward from previous seasons, some may not have to fork out at all and $ will be used from that 'reserve'.

The formula is: You play more, you pay more and we know your COMMITMENT to the cause.

For now, I'm still calculating the amount of money everyone owes to the team and vice-versa and please forgive me if I'm taking a long while due to my other commitments such as school, nursing home, police and GF :( . For now, I would try to clear the Playsports debt ASAP because our name are already bad enough in the league with real damning remarks.

Finally, it is solely MY decision to withdraw from the league.

Personally, I would like to apologize to 'new' players like Guoxing, Hanting, Ah Liang and Razee for recruiting you guys to play football together and harshly taking it away from you. This issue has been a perennial problem since the start of our season 2 back in Div 4 Espzen and I feel that we're not enjoying our games anymore. There are reasons aplenty and I do not want to dwell into that, for it seems pointless anyway. I apologize again for making such a huge decision without consulting anyone of you and if anyone was to be blamed, please direct it at me.

Looking back, when we first envisaged on joining an amateur league in Jan 2008 after dominating those senseless friendlies, there were some who commented that the team would become too serious and lose all the fun of Sunday football. I disagreed.

But now, it seems that my forever-injured friend was right after all.

P/S: PLEASE DO NOT THINK I'M BEING 'EMO'. These are just some of my honest thoughts. Assholes.

Due to unfortunate and inconvenient circumstances, and the resulting lack of commitment, we are withdrawing from Playsports with immediate effect.

To paraphrase Adib: A soccer team has its up and downs. We had our fair share of ups and now is the time for downs. We will be back once everyone has rediscovered that hunger to achieve something together and play to the best of our individual and collective abilities. We are NOT disbanding, we are just taking time off after a long and unfruitful season.

It's been a real honour and pleasure playing alongside you guys all these years, and I hope to do so again in the near future. ESPZEN Sunday League Season 11 kicks off in June/July. Meanwhile, let's watch Manchester United massacre the competition together!

League Payment

Hi lads,

It's time for $$ collection again. For those who have been participating in the Playsports League, please transfer a sum of $50 into my bank account. After you have done so, please send me a sms/email/msn msg for verification. The following are the impt details for your compulsory actions to take place.

INTERNET FUND TRANSFER

POSB SAVING ACCOUNT: 193-04666-5

MY PERSONAL HP NO: 96420284

For those w/o ibanking, please pass me the $$ the next time you see me or transfer via the ATM machines.

Cheers,
Treasurer

First draw, conceded right at the death

ESFC started promisingly but fatigue and a lack of creativity led to the reds slumping to a 4-4 draw against the spirited Club De Futbol Bishane Pak players. Like what Zhong said, although we dropped two points today, at least we broke the hexed chain of always losing after a victory. Heads up, team!

MATCH DAY 06

Venue: Kent Ridge Secondary School
Date: 15-Feb-09
Time: 15:00
Opponents: Club De Futbol Bishane Pak
Jersey Color: RED

Players Available:

1. Boon
   
2. Eugene
3. Wak
4. Wenxiong
5. Josh
6. Guoxing
7. Hanting
8. Zhong
9. Ah Long
10. Ah Liang
11. Jason Chew
12. Aloysius
13. Yenhao
14. Lionel
15. Peng

Players Unavailable:

1. Darren (Too short)
2. Weilin (Juggling bubble gum with Zlatan)
3. Nizar (Exam Leave)
   
4. Razee (Tuition Teacher)
   
5. Adib (Forever Injured)
6. Nathan (Temporarily Retirement)
7. Ethan(Rxk)
8. Jason Ang (Commando Training)
   
9. Sin Ting (Broken Teeth)
10. Kim (Compassionate Leave)
    

ESFC, like reigning champions Manchester United, resumed winning ways and defeated the tenacious Team Tsubasa 2-1 on an inexplicably sandy and LEAFY pitch. Good game, reds (our shirt colour, we are not communists)!

An uninspired and undermanned ESFC slumped to a 1-0 defeat at the hands feet of their former schoolmates at X-S FC. But it's alright, because failure (and more people) is the mother of all success! :) Gong xi fa cai to all!

Match Day 4

Venue: Fu Hua Secondary School
Date: 1-Feb-09
Time: 15:00
Opponents: X-S FC
Jersey Color: RED

Players Available:

1. Jason Ang
2. Wenxiong
3. Sin Ting
4. Kim
5. Josh
6. Lionel
7. Guoxing
8. Hanting
9. Zhong
10. Ah Long
11. Ah Liang
12. Jason Chew

Unknown Status(Please contact Kim/Boon/Adib):

1. Boon
2. Peng

Players Unavailable:

1. Darren (Got eaten by Great Whites)
2. Weilin (Juggling bubble gum with Zlatan)
3. Nizar (Celebrating CNY)
   
4. Razee (Same as above)
   
5. Adib (Forever Injured)
6. Nathan (Temporarily Retirement)
7. Ethan(Arrested again)
8. Yenhao (Injured)
9. Eugene (Sick)
10. Wak (What)
    

The Chronicles of SGT Chee

Everyday Sunday FC Mauls BBDG Elites

18 Jan 09 - Still fresh from the defeat last weekend, Everyday Sunday FC bounced back in style by defeating BBDG Elites 8-1 in the highest scoring match this weekend. - Playsports.com.sg

Match Day 3

Venue: Woodgrove(What a weird name) Secondary School
Date: 18-Jan-09
Time: 15:00
Opponents: BBDG Elites
Jersey Color: RED for Liverpool FC

Players Available:

1. Nizar
2. Razee
3. Boon
4. Ethan(Gangster)
   
5. Kim
6. Josh
7. Lionel
8. Guoxing
9. Ah Long
10. Eugene
11. Yenhao
12. Hanting
13. Zhong

Unknown Status(Please contact Kim/Boon/Adib):

1. Jason Chew
2. Jason Ang
3. Wenxiong
   

Players Unavailable:

1. Darren (Surfing in Aussieland)
2. Weilin (Flirting with Scandinavia Blondie)
   
3. Adib (Forever Injured)
4. Nathan (Temporarily Retirement)
5. Wak (Earning tips for extra services @ ...)
6. Sin Ting (Mental Illness)
7. Ah Liang (Injured)
8. Peng
   

Facebook and your sentiment too?

Tan Guan Long is pissed of paying $8/9 to play at some bullshit field without a proper team. 3 minutes ago - Comment?

Same thoughts from me too. What the fuck is wrong man?

ESFC missed a host of first team players and chances, succumbing to a defeat by the spirited Jurong Central Social Team.

4-3 ESFC
Kim, Josh, Josh (pen. thanks Yenhao!)

Match Day 2

Venue: Kent Ridge Secondary
Date: 11-Jan-09
Time: 15:00
Opponents: Jurong Central Social Team
Jersey Color: BLUE for Chelsea FC

Players Available:

1. Nizar
2. Kim
3. Eugene
4. Ah Liang
5. Ah Long
6. Yenhao
7. Weilin
8. Josh
9. Guoxing
10. Hanting
    

Unknown Status(Please contact Kim/Boon/Adib):

1. Jason Chew
2. Li Xing

Players Unavailable:

1. Darren (Surfing in Aussieland)
2. Adib (Forever Injured)
3. Zhong (IVP)
4. Jason Ang (NS)
5. Wenxiong (Brunei Jungle Slacking)
6. Razee (Tuition)
7. Nathan (Temporarily Retirement)
8. Wak (Bar Top Dancer)
9. Lionel (NS)
10. Sin Ting (Illness)
11. Boon (NTU)
12. Peng (NTU)
13. Ethan (Arrested for rioting)
    

ESFC kicked off their inaugural season in Playsports with an emphatic win over Western Redjacks FC.

3-1
Peng, Josh, Yenhao

Match Day 1

Players Available:
1. Nizar
2. Guo Xing
3. Ah Long
4. Hanting
5. Darren
6. Eugene
7. Yen Hao
8. Josh
9. Wei Lin
10. Razee
11. Ah Liang

Players unavailable:
1. Jason Ang (NS)
2. Kim (Overseas)
3. Jason Chew (NS)
4. Adib (Wedding)
5. Wak (Work)
6. Sin Ting (School friendly)
7. Ethan (Appointment)
8. Zhong (School friendly)
9. Lionel (Injured)

Opponent: Western Redjacks FC vs Everyday Sunday FC
Date: 4 Jan 09
Time: 1500
Venue: Clementi Woods Secondary