Annual Report 2007 - Glebe District Hockey Club

Women’s Captain’s Report
It is with pride that I write this report on the Glebe Women’s 1 st , 2 nd and 3 rd grade teams for the
2007 season.
We started the season with the main goal being “Improvement”. This I can proudly say was
achieved in many areas. The Women’s program was very lucky to have the coaching expertise
of Colin Rochester for 1 st grade and Ken Wark Jnr for 2 nd Grade. I took on the role as
player/coach for 3 rd grade.
After near relegation last year the teams were under pressure to perform or face a situation that
would force us out of the best competition available in NSW. From day one I could see a new
found level of enthusiasm and dedication to their hockey and their team mates. Trainings were
supported well in the top two grades and 3 rd grade had a consistent turn up of 5 players who
wanted to learn and improve their hockey.
With just 34 players over the three grades it was extremely difficult on a number of players who
had to play two games each week. It became even more difficult when first grade players
received injuries that would side line them for 6 weeks. Although this situation was frustrating
for the team, the opportunity for lower grade players to play up and show themselves was a
positive. The girls involved, grabbed the opportunity and played very well through out the
season. This situation was cascaded through the three grades and I hope although at times it
was extremely difficult and time consuming, you enjoyed the experience and learnt from it.
I watched a majority of games for all three grades and in that time saw the girls display great
sportsmanship and they wore the Glebe uniform with pride. Their effort on the field could not be
faulted and their “never give up” attitude was inspiring. Every game was tough and they fought
to the end. The results do not do the effort displayed justice. The potential of this group is
exciting and I hope the girls take the learning gained from this season into next season with a
confident enthusiastic approach.
Without the help of many people who were willing to fill in at different stages through out the
season and the commitment of Col and Ann, Ken and Neal the season would not have been as
successful as it was.
I would like to thank the Coaches, Managers and Players for their support throughout the
season.
2008 is going to be tougher, as we continue to step up a level each year, to ensure our goal for
being able to compete in the best competition available to us, is secure.
I wish everyone and happy and safe off season and look forward to a successful 2008 season
for the Club.
Thank you
Raelene Lindeberg
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