RESULT
NUS Saints 5 - Blacks 5
SCORER (ASSIST)
Period 1 (2-0)
06:42 Yuchong (Melvyn)
09:05 Denis
Period 2 (0-1)
NIL
Period 3 (3-4)
44:48 Denis
49:46 Timothy (Kwanaik)
56:57 Nick
MAN OF THE MATCH
Chris
- Steady and composed, followed and adapted to instructions, released the ball quickly to Jirong and the forwards, stepping up to block shots and using his body well. Had a great game and definitely a crucial role in SAINTS' defense.
MATCH DEBRIEF - BY DONALD
1. Insufficient cross-runs. TSH is a large court. one board pass sometimes does not even get us to 3/4 court. So the forward triangle would have to work harder to make a second cross run for a second board pass and (ideally), the following 1-2.
2. Too many incorrect decisions. For example, giving a high ball when a board pass can be made. Our boardpass play up is our skeleton to fall back on -- afterall, we've practiced it the most. But now we're choosing the high balls even when the boardpass is an option. Things like dangerous centerpasses/diagonals can be further reduced, for it warrants a counter attack if intercepted. But having said that, this comes with more game experience and traininig!
3. Tighter marking. This applies to everyone -- forwards, defenders and centers. Practice blade to blade marking, and "body checks" to those in dangerous positions like in the top D. Close down on the shooter if he wants to volley/shoot. And most importantly, follow your man if he makes a run such as a simple dribble. Take that extra lunge if needed. Make that tactical foul if you have to.
4. Do not commit when overloaded. If we're in a 6-vs-5 situation (like in the last period), or in a 5-vs-4 situation (like in a box play), we don't have to commit and win the ball against the other team. instead, follow the box play tactics, preventing shots, and rotate to cover for each other.
5. Adapt to the change in tactics. Errr.. this sounds simple enough, but it is not easy. especially when everyone is tired and there's so much noise going on, arguements with the ref.. being affected by dirty plays etc etc. But don't forget we're a team and if a teammate isn't adapting to the change in tactics, remind him! tell him what to do. talk on the bench. COMMUNICATE.
6. Play our game, not the ref's.
don't lose hope guys. we know we haven't been maintaining our consistency. and just my 2 cents worth, we gotta face the problem. what is it that makes us play floorball, and then, after a while, lose floorball? for some, its our fitness, for others, maybe the stickwork, and definitely, our mentality. some of us lose focus, some of us don't have faith, some of us fear the opponents, and some of us blame the ref.
BUT you know what? ALL of us give it our all during trainings. ALL of us have bonded together during this period of time, making great friendships. ALL of us have identified ourselves as a saints player. and ALL of us are dying to improve our game. ALL OF US wants to win. every run we make on court, we do it for a buddy. lets not allow undeserving teams break down a great team like ours. it ain't over til' its over. treasure what we have guys and lets make this end how we want it to!!
NUS Saints 5 - Blacks 5
SCORER (ASSIST)
Period 1 (2-0)
06:42 Yuchong (Melvyn)
09:05 Denis
Period 2 (0-1)
NIL
Period 3 (3-4)
44:48 Denis
49:46 Timothy (Kwanaik)
56:57 Nick
MAN OF THE MATCH
Chris
- Steady and composed, followed and adapted to instructions, released the ball quickly to Jirong and the forwards, stepping up to block shots and using his body well. Had a great game and definitely a crucial role in SAINTS' defense.
MATCH DEBRIEF - BY DONALD
1. Insufficient cross-runs. TSH is a large court. one board pass sometimes does not even get us to 3/4 court. So the forward triangle would have to work harder to make a second cross run for a second board pass and (ideally), the following 1-2.
2. Too many incorrect decisions. For example, giving a high ball when a board pass can be made. Our boardpass play up is our skeleton to fall back on -- afterall, we've practiced it the most. But now we're choosing the high balls even when the boardpass is an option. Things like dangerous centerpasses/diagonals can be further reduced, for it warrants a counter attack if intercepted. But having said that, this comes with more game experience and traininig!
3. Tighter marking. This applies to everyone -- forwards, defenders and centers. Practice blade to blade marking, and "body checks" to those in dangerous positions like in the top D. Close down on the shooter if he wants to volley/shoot. And most importantly, follow your man if he makes a run such as a simple dribble. Take that extra lunge if needed. Make that tactical foul if you have to.
4. Do not commit when overloaded. If we're in a 6-vs-5 situation (like in the last period), or in a 5-vs-4 situation (like in a box play), we don't have to commit and win the ball against the other team. instead, follow the box play tactics, preventing shots, and rotate to cover for each other.
5. Adapt to the change in tactics. Errr.. this sounds simple enough, but it is not easy. especially when everyone is tired and there's so much noise going on, arguements with the ref.. being affected by dirty plays etc etc. But don't forget we're a team and if a teammate isn't adapting to the change in tactics, remind him! tell him what to do. talk on the bench. COMMUNICATE.
6. Play our game, not the ref's.
don't lose hope guys. we know we haven't been maintaining our consistency. and just my 2 cents worth, we gotta face the problem. what is it that makes us play floorball, and then, after a while, lose floorball? for some, its our fitness, for others, maybe the stickwork, and definitely, our mentality. some of us lose focus, some of us don't have faith, some of us fear the opponents, and some of us blame the ref.
BUT you know what? ALL of us give it our all during trainings. ALL of us have bonded together during this period of time, making great friendships. ALL of us have identified ourselves as a saints player. and ALL of us are dying to improve our game. ALL OF US wants to win. every run we make on court, we do it for a buddy. lets not allow undeserving teams break down a great team like ours. it ain't over til' its over. treasure what we have guys and lets make this end how we want it to!!
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