Coaches Report R8
A's; B's & C's vs Edwardstown; D's vs TTG and LOSA vs Scotch OC
A Grade Match Report: Round 8 v Edwardstown
Saturday was another opportunity to travel away from home. The competition and the game never give away wins these are always hard fought and earnt.
The conditions that prevailed were again perfect for football and the players seized the opportunity early with a near flawless first quarter hitting the scoreboard creating the pressure we focus on and finishing at the break with our highest return in the first for the year to date.
This set the tone for the game, with the players controlling the ball and the contest from the first bounce and we maintained this position for much of the game with a further 5 goals straight in the second and restricting our opponents from scoring.
Our ball movement and efficiency inside 50 was pleasing and definitely a reward for effort on the training track to improve these elements of our game.
While we continued to build a positive score line the most pleasing aspect of the game was the way we played. We remained committed for four quarters to the plan and to trust the process and despite the score we played in a respectful manner.
The second half we again lifted the intensity around the contest and went onto the kick 7 goals in each of the remaining quarters conceding only one point in the third and two goals in the final minutes of the last quarter.
It was an impressive outing with much to like and still plenty to work on as we approach the halfway mark of the season .
There were standout performances across the entire side with all 21 players contributing strongly across the game.
Charlie Kemp across half forward continues his strong form providing us with a high marking target all day and contributing on the scoreboard with two goals for the game and numerous assists.
James Butterworth who is developing as on field coach , dominated the centre square with his ruckwork and around the ground. He continues to provide second and third efforts at ground level which is inspiring for the side and our younger players.
Beau Baldwin provided a spark inside the midfield this week with his quick hands and ball use providing a number of forward entries and goal assists across the four quarters.
Luca Stepic provided those at the ground a real glimpse as to his strong forward craft kicking a staggering 9.1 and handing off several in what was a standout performance at the main post up forward.
Best on ground honours for the day went to Connor Butcher who was strong, creative and selfless for four quarters. He accumulated possessions and his ability to get to every contest was a highlight and set the tone for the side from the first bounce.
We head into a well-deserved break to recharge and reset for the remainder of the season .
Final Score : ROCFC 25.10.160 defeated Edwardstown 4.3.27
Goal Kickers : L. Stepic 9, F. Wakelin 4, S. Lanzoni 3, B. Spehr 2, C. Kemp 2, H. Swanbury 1, R. Lymn 1, M. Dnistrainsky 1, B. Baldwin 1, J. Duperouzel 1
Best Players: C. Butcher, L. Stepic, B. Baldwin, J. Butterworth, C. Kemp
Damian Boots
A Grade Coach
B Grade Match Report: Round 8 v Edwardstown
We got back in the winner’s circle with a good all round performance. We learnt a lot from last week, and what was good to see we executed that well especially in the first half.
We focused on getting a good start, which we did entering the forward line quickly with good clearance work form our mid field and transition footy from our defence.
Matthew Brown at forward took advantage of that ending up with 9 goals 5 points his marking and ground ball work was great to watch, he was assisted up forward with Amer, Olly Piro and Lewis Matsis hitting the scoreboard multiple times.
Our captain and ruckman Harrison Twiggs played well all match, helping our mids get first use of the ball, with Tom Bradford, Dylan Reinbrecht and Harry Wright on the wing played well supplying the forwards with ample opportunities.
Dylan Fitzsimmons continued his good form with another good game up forward, wing and ran sometimes in the mids.
Our defence as a whole showed wonderful discipline all day, hence adding to the all-round team performance.
Looking forward to the break this week, but also, we will focus in on the last game of the round against Modbury.
Final Scores: ROCS 18-17 defeated Edwardstown 5-2
Best Players: Matthew Brown, Tom Bradford, Harrison Twiggs, Harry Wright, Dylan Fitzsimmons.
Goals Kickers: Matthew Brown 9, Amer Elhosni 3, Lewis Matsis 2, Olly Piro 2, Peter Vorrasi 1, Paddy Baldwin 1.
Dave Moyle
B Grade Coach
C Grade Match Report: Round 8 v Edwardstown
Rocs on the road travelling to Edwardstown with a great chance to continue our winning streak coming up against Edwardstown.
We got on top early with a 6 goal to none first quarter. Dylan Matthews provided a good target up forward kicking a couple of early goals.
Thomas Matsis was everywhere in the early stages winning a number of centre clearances giving our forwards a number of one-on-one opportunities.
Some early rustiness by hand meant we were probably not as clinical as we would have liked in the first quarter.
All though we were well on top in the first quarter there was a bit of scrappiness with our disposal that we wanted to polish up in the 2nd quarter.
We started the second quarter much the same as the first however Edwardstown managed to wrestle back a bit of momentum.
Zac Aufderheide and Lachie Hill were solid down back and rebounded a number of the townies attacks.
With Edwardstown with a bit of momentum we needed a spark and Fabian Di Iulio provided that with a number of awesome efforts. His forward pressure was immense and had a number of chase down tackles. You could see this really lifted the team as we pilled on a few more goals towards the latter half of the quarter.
At half time we were happy with the scoreboard but wanted to improve the way in which we were playing and fix up our skills.
Unfortunately, the boys were lacking some motivation and Edwardstown put on the first 3 goals of the quarter.
The boys needed a spark and up stepped Wayne Inglis in his C grade debut. A chase down tackle, as well as a goal assist really got the boys up and about.
To top it all off Wayne Marked & goal late in the 3rd term which saw the whole team get to Wayne in Celebration. Definitely the highlight of the day!
We eventually ran away 81-point winners, setting us up for our top of the table clash next round against Modbury. Hope to see you all there!
Final Scores: Rocs 19.12 (126) defeated Edwardstown 7.3 (45)
Best Players: Thomas Matsis, Jason Cavuoto, Fabian Di Iulio, Josh Massie, Eric Luppino
Goal Kickers: Dylan Matthews 4 Jason Cavuto 3 Luca Piantadosi 3 Jordan Huppatz 2 Eric Luppino 2 Max Aufderheide 1 Wayne Gowans 1 Josh Massie 1 Samuel Warren1 Adam Whitehead 1
Josh Massie & Anthony Onofrio
C Grade Co-Coaches
D Grade Match Report: Round 8 v Tea Tree Gully
A massive challenge for the Rocs Academy this week hosting undefeated TTGully, in our biggest test for season 2024. This contest made even more exciting with ROCs legendary Simon(Cpt. Blood) Emanuele playing game 400 for the Red & Black's.
TTGully were playing with better system & worked hard together to set up a handy lead in the opening stages of the match. Rocs lifted our pressure around contested possession, combining with better teamwork to even up the contest at 1/4 time. Score Rocs 2-1 vs TTGully 2-1
During the 2nd & 3rd stanzas both sides held advantage with momentum switching between the teams. A high-quality game with fantastic football skills on display had Roc's trying desperately hard but unfortunately didn't make the most of important forward entries & surrendered the advantage as the 3/4 siren sounded. 3/4-time score Rocs 7-6 vs TTGully 8-4.
Once again TTGully were playing with better system to open up the final qtr. Rocs held on desperately and lifted our intensity all over the ground with unselfish skilful execution stormed home late in the term with some absolute clutch moments taking the victory in an extremely high quality fiercely contested game.
Final Scores: ROCs 10.7 (67) defeated Tea Tree Gully 10.4 (64)
Goal Kickers: S. Marotti -3, C. Pietrafesa -2, A. Slivak -1,J. Avlonitis -1, J. Thoday -1, G. Kemp -1,P. Emanuele -1.
Best players: - B. Warren, S. Tagg, M. Lombardi, L. Nitschke, A. Slivak, C. Pietrafesa.
Best team men- S. Marotti, J. Thoday.
Many thanks to the Rocs community for your support and attendance on a great day celebrating Simmo's magnificent 400th game. Huge thanks to Matt (Paddles) Haddad & his assistant Angus (the Wolf) Massie for setting up the ground and grandstand displays to celebrate a Rocs Legend.
Steve Edwards
D Grade Coach
LOSA vs Scotch OC
Loreto OS 03 02 (21) Def. By Scotch OC 05 06 (36)
Goal Scorers: Amolika Bhatia 1, Annie Green 1, Alice Harris 1
Best Players: Annie Green, Sarah Catterwell, Abbie Deegan, Scarlett Pearce, Olivia Law
