NUAFC 1968-2018

2011 NORTHERN LEAGUE DIVISION 2 RESERVES, 2011
Standing: Norm Rose, Daniel Wright, Hughwyn Habib, Danyon Drake, Seamus Marten, Jeremy Garrett-Walker, Kieren Hill, Scott Barham.
Front: Tyler Barham, Hashim Noorzai , Ishmal Awad, Reid Drake, Josh Eichman, Andy Bell.
Old Values
Ngaruawahia is well known as a family-friendly club by all
who visit, and we wish to maintain that ambiance.
Times have changed a good deal over the years, but the
old values still mean something. Like many clubs there is a hard core
of people who work behind the scenes to provide the teams with
the things that help the club run.
There are those who search out funds for essentials,
groundsmen to prepare the pitches, bar staff to accommodate the
thirsty, kitchen workers to assuage the pangs of hunger, those who
clean up, and those who faithfully and positively support the club
with an eye on taking us back to the top of our leagues.
All players are a part of this positive ethic, showing loyalty
and a desire, on the pitch, to repay the efforts of those off the pitch.
There are a few simple tips that we are all aware of, but
often forget in the heat of battle. . .
It is a proven waste of time arguing with match officials’
decisions, as it makes you a marked man for any future decisions
they may be called upon to make.
Obscenities and swearing is very common these days, but using
it on the field may well result in a yellow (or red) card, which
puts a dent in your wallet and often means pressure on your
team members when they have to play with a man short. I am
sure they will not love you for it.
Retaliation is a natural reaction to a bad foul and, as brassed off
as you feel, it’s still your marching orders while the perpetrator
smiles and waves you goodbye.
Annoy the opposition by all means (within the rules), but never
rubbish your team-mates - it puts them off their game and they
will be less than happy with you.
When things are not going as you hoped, don’t drop your head.
Ninety minutes is plenty of time to right things. The three things
that coaches and supporters appreciate are (1) plenty of bottle,
(2) never say die, and (3) discipline.
Finding money to provide the things we need is always a
major problem. For those who are employed, try tapping your
employer to sponsor you for the season. Every little helps.
Bins are provided in the changing sheds and around the
club - so it’s good shooting practice if you can hit them with your
rubbish, and the cleaners will love you for it.
Let’s make this a season we can look back on with pride.
- Glen Gray, Club Captain
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