Pictures of the National Inter-Primary Netball Finals 2009
TKP NETBALL
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
National Finals 2009
National Inter-Primary Netball Finals 2009
Results:
Junior Division
Tanjong Katong Pri vs Fengshan Pri 14-27
Senior Division
Tanjong Katong Pri vs CHIJ Kellock 19-21
An Interview with our netball coach, Mr Njoo
1) Any thoughts about the Junior Finals?
Well, credit to Fengshan Pri, they definitely were the better team and although we were close for the first two quarters with only 3 points separating us at half time, the'quality' of their players prevailed at the end. We simply had no answers to their attacking play. I was very impressed by their two shooters!
2) Who do you think were the top three performers for the TKP Juniors?
Natasha Hogan was very consistent throughout the whole nationals and I can only say she will get better with more experience and training.
Ariqah was a menace to the Fengshan Defence with her crisp shooting and quick movements. Though one of the shortest shooters around, she was able to score the bulk of the points for us.
The third netballer would be a tie between Nadia (GD) and Debby (GS). Both of them have an inconsistent nationals tournament. However, they did play up to my expectation in the final. Hopefully, the two of them will work even harder and give Fengshan Pri a tougher fight next year!
3) Erm...what about the worst player?
Well...I would rather not answer your question but my key players Dewi (C) and Depi (WA) did have an off-day with their misplaced passes. Maybe the Fengshan players were giving them a hard time. I hope they would be able to bounce back from this and become much more fitter and tougher when they are in the senior division next year.
4) What about the seniors? You were the defending champion but you lost, why?
To tell you I was quite bitter about the defeat would have been an understatement of the year! I personally thought we were going to win after the seniors came back at 19-19 with one minute to go and it was our centre-pass. However, when the pass went to Xinghui (WA), the umpire blew for a 'held' ball. It was definitely less than 3 seconds! It totally changed the whole complexion of the game as Kellock now had the possession and of course went on to score. I don't mind losing to a better opponent as was the case against Fengshan in the Junior Finals but to lose because of a dubious decision by an umpire...It really makes me want to give up coaching netball forever.
HOwever, after thinking through...Look at sports all around us, we are constantly beseiged by bad refereeing even at the highest level. Think of the English Premier League, Think of the World Cup Finals etc. In my eyes, the seniors are my national champion! To be honest, we lost the final in the first three quarters...
5) What was the problem?
Erm...my attacking play was the problem! My shooters were stifled in the final third. They didnt know what to do. They were passing the ball aimlessly around the 'D' and their movements were all wrong. I'm gutted that they chose the last match to play like this!
6) Best players?
Jeraldine (GK) - fantastic positioning to stop the deadly Kellock GS. How many teams can restrict CHIJ KELLock from scoring less than 20 points? Well...TKP did or should ?I say Jeraldine did.
Fatin (WD) - she was a constant menace to the KEllock WA despite being much shorter. She made a couple of interceptions and was a thorn to the KEllock players all day.
Josephine (GD) - She played magnificently to complement Jeraldine. The GA could not pass all day or score. Though she was our last minute inclusion, she played with all her might! Keep it up!
7) How are you feeling?
How would you feel after losing two finals in one day? I'll be fine after a couple of days. Don't forget, we still got a bigger challenge to overcome...PSLE! Come on...LEt's work hard and get good results!
Results:
Junior Division
Tanjong Katong Pri vs Fengshan Pri 14-27
Senior Division
Tanjong Katong Pri vs CHIJ Kellock 19-21
An Interview with our netball coach, Mr Njoo
1) Any thoughts about the Junior Finals?
Well, credit to Fengshan Pri, they definitely were the better team and although we were close for the first two quarters with only 3 points separating us at half time, the'quality' of their players prevailed at the end. We simply had no answers to their attacking play. I was very impressed by their two shooters!
2) Who do you think were the top three performers for the TKP Juniors?
Natasha Hogan was very consistent throughout the whole nationals and I can only say she will get better with more experience and training.
Ariqah was a menace to the Fengshan Defence with her crisp shooting and quick movements. Though one of the shortest shooters around, she was able to score the bulk of the points for us.
The third netballer would be a tie between Nadia (GD) and Debby (GS). Both of them have an inconsistent nationals tournament. However, they did play up to my expectation in the final. Hopefully, the two of them will work even harder and give Fengshan Pri a tougher fight next year!
3) Erm...what about the worst player?
Well...I would rather not answer your question but my key players Dewi (C) and Depi (WA) did have an off-day with their misplaced passes. Maybe the Fengshan players were giving them a hard time. I hope they would be able to bounce back from this and become much more fitter and tougher when they are in the senior division next year.
4) What about the seniors? You were the defending champion but you lost, why?
To tell you I was quite bitter about the defeat would have been an understatement of the year! I personally thought we were going to win after the seniors came back at 19-19 with one minute to go and it was our centre-pass. However, when the pass went to Xinghui (WA), the umpire blew for a 'held' ball. It was definitely less than 3 seconds! It totally changed the whole complexion of the game as Kellock now had the possession and of course went on to score. I don't mind losing to a better opponent as was the case against Fengshan in the Junior Finals but to lose because of a dubious decision by an umpire...It really makes me want to give up coaching netball forever.
HOwever, after thinking through...Look at sports all around us, we are constantly beseiged by bad refereeing even at the highest level. Think of the English Premier League, Think of the World Cup Finals etc. In my eyes, the seniors are my national champion! To be honest, we lost the final in the first three quarters...
5) What was the problem?
Erm...my attacking play was the problem! My shooters were stifled in the final third. They didnt know what to do. They were passing the ball aimlessly around the 'D' and their movements were all wrong. I'm gutted that they chose the last match to play like this!
6) Best players?
Jeraldine (GK) - fantastic positioning to stop the deadly Kellock GS. How many teams can restrict CHIJ KELLock from scoring less than 20 points? Well...TKP did or should ?I say Jeraldine did.
Fatin (WD) - she was a constant menace to the KEllock WA despite being much shorter. She made a couple of interceptions and was a thorn to the KEllock players all day.
Josephine (GD) - She played magnificently to complement Jeraldine. The GA could not pass all day or score. Though she was our last minute inclusion, she played with all her might! Keep it up!
7) How are you feeling?
How would you feel after losing two finals in one day? I'll be fine after a couple of days. Don't forget, we still got a bigger challenge to overcome...PSLE! Come on...LEt's work hard and get good results!
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
National Finals
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009
Semi-final Results
TKP Juniors vs St Margaret's Pri 24-21
TKP Seniors vs St Margaret's Pri 31-22
YIPEEEEE! Both the Juniors and Seniors are in the National Finals. This is the first time in our school's history that both teams are in the Final. Good work netballers...I'm so proud of you and wearing that TKP uniform now feel so special knowing that we are indeed now one of the elite primary schools that excels in NETBALL!
NATIONAL FINAL details:
Date: 27th July 2009 (Monday)
TKP Juniors vs Fengshan Pri (1415 hrs @ YIO CHU KANG INDOOR SPORTS HALL)
TKP Seniors vs CHIJ Kellock (1515 hrs @YIO CHU KANG INDOOR SPORTS HALL)
Latest info:
No student supporters allowed due to H1N1 situation...But parents...Please do come and support us in our bid to win 2 National Titles and make history! The girls definitely need your voice and support! It will be a tough final for both teams as our opponents are strong competitors too! COME ON>>>TKP! You can do it!
Semi-final Results
TKP Juniors vs St Margaret's Pri 24-21
TKP Seniors vs St Margaret's Pri 31-22
YIPEEEEE! Both the Juniors and Seniors are in the National Finals. This is the first time in our school's history that both teams are in the Final. Good work netballers...I'm so proud of you and wearing that TKP uniform now feel so special knowing that we are indeed now one of the elite primary schools that excels in NETBALL!
NATIONAL FINAL details:
Date: 27th July 2009 (Monday)
TKP Juniors vs Fengshan Pri (1415 hrs @ YIO CHU KANG INDOOR SPORTS HALL)
TKP Seniors vs CHIJ Kellock (1515 hrs @YIO CHU KANG INDOOR SPORTS HALL)
Latest info:
No student supporters allowed due to H1N1 situation...But parents...Please do come and support us in our bid to win 2 National Titles and make history! The girls definitely need your voice and support! It will be a tough final for both teams as our opponents are strong competitors too! COME ON>>>TKP! You can do it!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
National Semi-finals Fixture
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009
Semi Finals
Juniors
1) Fengshan Pri vs Evergreen Pri
2) Tanjong Katong Pri vs St Margaret's Pri
Seniors
1) St Hilda's Pri vs CHIJ Kellock
2) Tanjong Katong Pri vs St Margaret's Pri
Semi Finals
Juniors
1) Fengshan Pri vs Evergreen Pri
2) Tanjong Katong Pri vs St Margaret's Pri
Seniors
1) St Hilda's Pri vs CHIJ Kellock
2) Tanjong Katong Pri vs St Margaret's Pri
National Q-Finals Match 3
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009Quarter-Finals (Match 3)
TKP Juniors vs Fengshan Pri 13-30
TKP Seniors vs St Hilda's Pri 26-13
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Nationals QFinal Match 3 Seniors
Note: Did not take any pictures of the match, but some ex-seniors came and support us...as you can see...the ex-seniors love to hog the limelight and as you can see...one particular seniors really love to pose for the pictures...SHE IS EVERYWHERE...LOLNational Inter-Primary Netball Quarter-Finals (Match 2)
Seniors
TKP Seniors vs Pasir Ris Pri 39-18
The Seniors qualified for the semi-finals too with a match in hand. Although, it was a comfortable victory, their coach, Mr Njoo, was infuriated by their lacklustre performance. He felt that the Seniors were not interested in this tournament but were more concerned about their DSA trials. There were a few who had not shown up for the games during the nationals. Let me remind the seniors that the nationals is our top priority! It was the nationals last year that gave us the opportunity to show our skills and therefore gave us the chance to DSA. So seniors, let's not forget our bread and butter...let's be focussed in this tournament and win it! Only then can we talk about DSA etc. This Monday, the seniors will be playing St Hilda's ...Let's hope the seniors can stepped up their gear and win so as to top the group!
NATIONALS Q Final Match 2 Juniors
National Inter-Primary Netball Quarter-Finals (Match 2)Juniors
TKP Juniors vs CHIJ Kellock 29-21
YES! The Juniors have qualified for the semi-finals after defeating CHIJ Kellock 29-21, knocking them out of the competition at the quarter final stage. It was a titanic battle between Natasha (GK) and our opponent's GS. Everytime, the Kellock players sent a lob into the 'D', we would wait with bated breath hoping Natasha (GK) would be able to intercept the lob. True enough, Natasha did not disappoint and manage to intercept a few every quarter, enabling us to win the quarter by 3 points each time. So by the time we started the 4th quarter, we were already up by 9 points and it was almost impossible for our opponents to catch up! Our juniors also made life difficult for themselves by making many mistakes thus failing to capitalise on our good defensive work. In order to top the group, we must win our last match against Fengshan Pri (the current East Zone Champion) so as to have an easier passage to the Final. If the juniors defeat Fengshan Pri this coming Monday, they will face the weaker team in the other group and not the highly-rated St Margaret's Pri. Therefore...I sincerely hoped that the Juniors will play their best game this Monday and beat Fengshan Pri and show everyone that we are indeed the BEST in the EAST!
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
NATIONAL Q-FINALs Senior Match 1
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009Quarter Final Match 1
Seniors
TKP Seniors vs Fengshan Pri 48-16
Well...nothing much to comment...see the pictures! Today definitely belonged to the Juniors. The seniors would like to dedicate their page to the juniors too!
Come on Juniors...Let's work harder and win this Fri and go on to the semi-finals. We will support you all the way!!! TK juniors go, go go!!!
NATIONAL Q-FINALs JUNIOR Match 1
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009Quarter Final Match 1
Juniors
TKP Juniors vs St Hilda's Pri 31-17
It was an important match for the Juniors - the first match of the quarter-finals. In order to advance to the semi-finals, the juniors need to win at least 2 matches to qualify for the semi-finals. It seemed like a rocky road ahead. However, with enough belief that they could pull it off, Mr Njoo managed to arrange a last-minute training session on the eve of the match to work out some minor tactical details.
It indeed paid off! The juniors played like demon possessed and fought for every ball. Natasha (GK) was simply superb, holding off St Hilda's best player (GS), making timely interceptions and rebounds. Then there was our tireless centre, Dewi, who played her best match in this nationals, defending well and at the same time controlling our attacking play. We have indeed witness the coming-of-age of our new centre in this game. She was fearless, fighting for every ball and when we lost possession, she tracked back and made so many interceptions that I lost count. For the first time, she made the St Hilda's Centre looked ordinary. Of course, our GA Ariqah and GS Debby also played a huge part in the victory too, tormenting the St Hilda's defenders with their good positioning and accuracy in their shooting.
Finally, the juniors are beginning to look like they could win the nationals! Credit must be given to all the players too - Depi WA, Nadia GD and Tiffany WD for their gutsy display. Also, the reserves who together with our coach, Mr Njoo, kept on believing and cheering the players on court. It was indeed a team effort and I want to encourage the juniors to keep on improving and win their next match against CHIJ Kellock to advance to the semi-finals with a game to spare! Let's go TK, Let's go!!!
One final note - REVENGE was indeed sweet!
(TKP juniors lost to St Hilda's 21 to 18 in the East Zone semi-finals previously)
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
NATIONALS round 1 Match 3
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009
Round 1 (match 3)
Seniors
TKP Seniors vs Greenridge Pri 38-8
The seniors started off sluggishly probably feeling complacent after a resounding victory in the previous match. They were soon brought down to Earth by a whole series of mistakes and inaccuracy in their shooting. Coupled with the ferocious Mr Njoo scolding at the sideline, they were even more tentative and could not get into the game.
The front 4 players - Seak Im, Corrine, Xing Hui and Rukmini were the guilty ones, displaying one of the worst performance I have seen so far this year. Mr Njoo sticked to his words and put in all the reserves in the 3rd quarter in a bid to 'wake' the more illustrous key players from their slumber. It worked!
In the 4th quarter, the key players came to life and put in shots after shots, just like snipers shooting bullets into the enemy's targets. Point after point after point, they rained torrents of shots into the net. By the time , the 4th quarter end, they have rained 15 points to add to the final score. Mr Njoo was most displeased by their lacklustre warm-ups. He cited that the players were not focussed in the warm-ups which led to their poor start. I sincerely hoped that the seniors will now know the importance of putting everything in the warm-ups so as to start well in the game. With the quarter-finals coming up, I could only hoped they have learnt their lesson!
Here are the groupings for the Quarter-Finals:
(This is the weirdest grouping ever! It's like back to the Zonal competitions again!)
GROUP X
X1- St Margaret's
X2- CHIJ Kellock
X3- Marymount Convent
X4- CHIJ OLGC
Group Y
Y1- Tanjong Katong Pri
Y2- St Hilda's
Y3- Pasir Ris Pri
Y4- Fengshan Pri
Round 1 (match 3)
Seniors
TKP Seniors vs Greenridge Pri 38-8
The seniors started off sluggishly probably feeling complacent after a resounding victory in the previous match. They were soon brought down to Earth by a whole series of mistakes and inaccuracy in their shooting. Coupled with the ferocious Mr Njoo scolding at the sideline, they were even more tentative and could not get into the game.
The front 4 players - Seak Im, Corrine, Xing Hui and Rukmini were the guilty ones, displaying one of the worst performance I have seen so far this year. Mr Njoo sticked to his words and put in all the reserves in the 3rd quarter in a bid to 'wake' the more illustrous key players from their slumber. It worked!
In the 4th quarter, the key players came to life and put in shots after shots, just like snipers shooting bullets into the enemy's targets. Point after point after point, they rained torrents of shots into the net. By the time , the 4th quarter end, they have rained 15 points to add to the final score. Mr Njoo was most displeased by their lacklustre warm-ups. He cited that the players were not focussed in the warm-ups which led to their poor start. I sincerely hoped that the seniors will now know the importance of putting everything in the warm-ups so as to start well in the game. With the quarter-finals coming up, I could only hoped they have learnt their lesson!
Here are the groupings for the Quarter-Finals:
(This is the weirdest grouping ever! It's like back to the Zonal competitions again!)
GROUP X
X1- St Margaret's
X2- CHIJ Kellock
X3- Marymount Convent
X4- CHIJ OLGC
Group Y
Y1- Tanjong Katong Pri
Y2- St Hilda's
Y3- Pasir Ris Pri
Y4- Fengshan Pri
Monday, July 13, 2009
NATIONALS Junior Rd 1 Match 3
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009
Juniors
Round 1 (Match 3)
TKP Juniors vs Naval Base Pri 30-13
Here are the Quarter-Final Groupings:
Group X
X1- Fengshan Pri
X2- TKP Juniors
X3- CHIJ Kellock
X4- St Hilda's
Group Y
Y1- St Margaret's
Y2- Evergreen Pri
Y3- MGS
Y4- Henry Park Pri
Well, after the draw was made, it looked like we got the tougher draw...St Hilda's and Fengshan aren't pushovers, they are the East Zone 1st and 2nd respectively. furthermore, CHIJ Kellock willlaways be among the top 4 teams. Therefore, I am going to label this group the GROUP OF DEATH. Wish us 'luck'. We need all the help we can get especially this Wed when we play St Hilda's. We will be seeking revenge as they have beaten us in the East Zone Semi-Final in March. Let's kick some buttocks!
Juniors
Round 1 (Match 3)
TKP Juniors vs Naval Base Pri 30-13
Here are the Quarter-Final Groupings:
Group X
X1- Fengshan Pri
X2- TKP Juniors
X3- CHIJ Kellock
X4- St Hilda's
Group Y
Y1- St Margaret's
Y2- Evergreen Pri
Y3- MGS
Y4- Henry Park Pri
Well, after the draw was made, it looked like we got the tougher draw...St Hilda's and Fengshan aren't pushovers, they are the East Zone 1st and 2nd respectively. furthermore, CHIJ Kellock willlaways be among the top 4 teams. Therefore, I am going to label this group the GROUP OF DEATH. Wish us 'luck'. We need all the help we can get especially this Wed when we play St Hilda's. We will be seeking revenge as they have beaten us in the East Zone Semi-Final in March. Let's kick some buttocks!
NATIONALS Rd 1 @nd Match Seniors
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009Round 1 (2nd Match)
TKP Seniors vs Si Ling Primary 57-1
The Seniors played much better in their second match. Though missing regulars like Jeraldine (GK) and Fatin (WD) due to the fact that they have to go for their DSA trials, the Seniors played like demon-possessed, never really missing their presence. Corrine's (GS) positional sense improved tremendously and she was scoring more than the 1st match. Their attacking play was more varied and their passes were much more accurate than before. Credit must also go to the reserves who stepped up their play and the team honestly did not felt the absence of the two key players. The return of Jamie (GD/WD) also helped the team as she was constantly sticking to her opponent and making timely interceptions. Therefore, the seniors have qualified for the Quarter-Finals with a game to spare. With the final game in the 1st round looming, I can only hope that the Seniors can go one step further and improve their gameplay. Bring it on!
NATIONALS Rd 1 2nd Match Juniors
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009Round 1 (2nd match)
Juniors
TKP Juniors vs Marymount Convent 21-15
The Juniors faced their toughest test against Marymount Convent, the South Zone Runner-up. The Juniors did improve, showing more grit and aggression against their opponents who managed to pip CHIJ Kellock to achieve 2nd in the South Zone. Though the Juniors were 3rd in the East Zone, this result showed that netball in the East Zone has improved tremendously and I dare say it is the strongest zone for primary school netball. With this victory, the Juniors have qualified for the Quarter-Finals.
However, the victory was a close one and the Juniors do need to improve on cutting down unnecessary mistakes. Furthermore, they were not helped by the absence of their first choice GD who had to take a piano exam! Goodness, can't she booked her exam date in the afternoon or something? Anyway, I hope the Juniors will round off their round 1 matches with a good performance on Monday and a convincing win. All the best! Jiayou Juniors, we know you can do it!
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
National Inter-Primary Schools Netball Tournament 2009 Rd 1 Seniors
National Inter-Primary Netball Tournament 2009
Round 1
Seniors
TKP Seniors vs Marymount Convent 33-16
The Seniors also did not get off to a good start as well. Two of their key players, Jeraldine (GK) and Jamie (GD) were not available due to school work and Pepe, our all-rounder, had to take her GAT at RGS. So, with 9 players, the seniors began their quest for the Nationals!
The Seniors had to play the match with a make-shift defence, starting with Chia Yu as GK (her first time playing a netball match) and Josephine (her mobility is suspect) . Furthermore, our attacking players were not having their best game either, often running out of ideas in the final third. Being the first match after the long holidays, the rustiness in their shooting showed as they could not convert many of the chances that fell their way. Credit must also given to the opponents who were aggressive and fought hard.
In the end, the quality showed as the Seniors used their aerial and physical superiority and their experience gained from training overseas as well as with the National players to win the match! However, if the girls are to overcome tougher opponents such as CHIJ Kellock who thrashed their opponents 54-9, St Margaret's and St Hilda's, they must first improve their attacking play especially our GS who really needs to work on her different movements to get the ball within shooting range.
All in all...a win is a win...This victory will give the Seniors a lift and hopefully do much better to win their next match this Friday and qualify for the Q-Finals.
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