The FNC Suns and FNC Allstars put the dramas of player withdrawals behind them on Saturday at Oakes Oval as they showed their class over a strong and determined North Coast Football Select.

The Suns started the afternoon well going ahead to a well taken goal to Broden Hirst (Maclean) before Matt Parrish (Thistles) delivered a gem of a corner for Tom Inoue (Bangalow) to blast a fantastic header home.

North Coast Colts then grabbed back some respect with a Dave Funnel strike just before the break. But the Suns were not to be denied a well deserved win this time and Shane Summerfield completed the day with a solid strike from the penalty spot. The Suns running out 3-1 winners.

In the main game the Allstars started brightly with an intense burst but just as they did in the first game this energy dissipated and NCF were allowed back into the match causing some trouble amongst the rearranged back four of Cranmer, Rudgley and the Austen brothers.

However the locals rallied through the leadership of Bruce Morhaus (Byron) who took the game to the visitors and was well rewarded with a goal on 35 minutes.

Unfortunately just as they did in the first game NCF equalised soon after with a clean strike to Brady Parker. This effort again sparked the Allstars into action, and proved that they were not going to settle for second best.

A mazy run and sweet shot from Bruce Morhaus put the lads back into the lead prior to the break and secured a solid platform for the second period.

Following the break the Allstars worked hard in pushing for the decisive strike which was delivered by Kevin Crofton (Maclean) from a free kick just outside of the box. Further strikes to Johnathan Pierce (Byron) and Jordy Campbell (Byron) put the game out of reach for NCF before Anthony Baston secured a consolation goal.

The final 5-2 result was just reward for the Allstars who relished the home ground atmosphere.

Applicatons are invited for Coaches to take part in a Football Far North Coast run Senior Licence Course scheduled for 3/4th & 10th/11th of November this year at Riverview Park, Lismore. The cost of the practical component will be $255. Apply to John Sowter, Coaching and Development Manager, Football Far North Coast either by email or post. Details are below:

fnccoach@bigpond.net.au

P.O Box 51, Lismore 2480

Richmond Rovers are the big improvers in the last month after recording a well deserved draw against joint league leaders Byron Bay last Saturday in Southern Cross Credit Union Women’s Premier League action.

Rovers showed great determination and resolve under pressure as they took the match to an understrength Byron Vixens outfit. Scoring first through a great finish from Jessica Pickford the home side surprised the high flying Vixens and continued to dominate for long periods.

The frustration of the visitors was realised when Lizbeth Vegsund was cautioned for unsporting behaviour and only through the efforts of Tanika Hand and Amy Baldwin in defence were Byron able to stay in touch before Johnstone finally secured a draw with a well taken near post finish.

In the only other WPL fixture played over the weekend Lennox Head continued it’s dominance of the league with an 11 - 0 thrashing of Burringbar. Goals to Sophie Towner, Martene Wallace with a hat trick, Amanda Brett, Chelsea Coleman and Abigail Allardyce with a quartet proved decisive as the sharks continue their march to the championship.

This weekend the top two will clash in what will be the championship decider as there should be little chance the Sharks will drop any more points on the run home while Tumbulgum will have an opportunity to cement a top five spot as they meet up with Rovers. Burringbar on the other hand will be up against it again when they host Workers FC.

Applications are invited for the positions of Head Coach, Assistant Coach and Manager for the ‘Flames’ Senior Women’s Squad for the 2007 Summer League. Apply in writing or email to:

John Sowter, Coaching and Development Manager, Football Far North Coast, P.O Box 51, Lismore 2480.

fnccoach@bigpond.net.au

Trials will be held in early September and the Coach will need to be in place by then.

Applications are invited for Coaching/ Assistant Coaching positions for FFNC Representative and Development Program Squads for the 2008 season. Squads will be run in U10, U11, and U12 on a North South basis, U13s, U14s, U15s and U16s in the boys and U13, U15 and U17 in the girls section.

Please apply in writing (email preferred) to John Sowter, Coaching and Development, FFNC and include qualifications, experience, current position and current club to P. O Box 51 Lismore 2480 or fnccoach@bigpond.net.au

 Trials for FFNC 2008 Representative and Development squads will be on the following dates:

9th Sept 2007  

U10 Boys 9am

U11 Boys 11am

U12 Boys 1pm

U13 Boys 3pm

22nd Sept 2007

12/13 Girls 9am

14/15 Girls 10:45am

16/17 Girls 12:30pm

23rd Sept 2007

U14 Boys 9am

U15 Boys 10.45am

U16/17 Boys 12.30pm

Venue will be Lennox Head Football Grounds at Skennars Head.

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While the Socceroos commence their attack on the Asian Cup in Thailand, all eyes locally will be on the three top leagues as top five clashes promise an exciting weekend of football.

In the FFNC Premiership, Friday nights clash between Goonellabah and Lennox Head at Weston Park, holds the most interest as does Saturday’ road trip for Byron Bay as they travel to Wherritt Park, Maclean trying to gather some consistency in their defence of the title.

In the Newton Denny Chapelle Championship the top of the table meeting of Pottsville and Tweed Heads at Seabreeze Oval could not just settle a local derby but also hand a distinct advantage to either of these title contenders.

Finally in the Southern Cross Credit Union Women’ Premier League Friday nights top three clash between the dominant Lennox Head and 3rd placed Workers FC holds the most promise and should contain plenty of spice with some strong personalities on the field for both sides.