Pre-Season Games

[pjennings]

It seems like the season just ended the first pre-season game I have heard about was announced today.

Wellington Phoenix to tackle Central Coast Mariners at Nelson's Trafalgar Park
PHILLIP ROLLO

Last updated 15:53 12/05/2016

Trafalgar Park in Nelson will host the preseason football fixture between the Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners.

When Ernie Merrick was holidaying in Nelson last year, the Wellington Phoenix gaffer commented that he'd like to bring his team with him on his next trip.

He's obviously true to his word.

The Wellington Phoenix have confirmed they will take on the Central Coast Mariners in a A-League preseason game at Nelson's Trafalgar Park on September 24.

It will be the first time the Phoenix have taken a game to the top of the South Island - a further boost to a city that is already buoyed by the news that Tasman United has been included in the 2016-17 New Zealand national league.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/dominion-pos...tral-Coast-Mariners-at-Nelsons-Trafalgar-Park

 

[Wombat]

My mate (and ex team mate at Hornsby RSL) is the mayor of Nelson.
Great guy but I wouldn't leave him in charge of an ice cream van......just a touch on the vague side.

 

[style_cafe]

My mate (and ex team mate at Hornsby RSL) is the mayor of Nelson.
Great guy but I wouldn't leave him in charge of an ice cream van......just a touch on the vague side.

Was he your Goalkeeper?

 

[Big Al]

Splashin the cash taking the boys to NZ

 

[FFC Mariner]

Splashin the cash taking the boys to NZ

"The Nelson game, organised by Trafalgar Events, will be one of the first opportunities for Phoenix fans to see star recruit Kosta Barbarouses back in action for his hometown club and the first chance to see playmaker Gui Finkler in yellow and black after he too signed on from the Melbourne Victory at the end of the 2015-16 campaign."

I'm guessing we arent spending anything - good business if thats the case

 

[sydmariner]

Hopefully it's live streamed

 

[Wombat]

Was he your Goalkeeper?

Centre forward.

I found him an absolute doddle to play against at training...but feed him a chance in a game and Aldo would slot it easy as.
Some players are like that. Tony G from NSW Football was the same. I could mug him 9 times out 10 at training but in a GF he would shine and score a hatrick.
I think sometimes talent outshines endeavour.

 

[pjennings]

July 12 - 2 games - first against Central Coast Select followed by the Mariners Academy - realistically all players getting game time.

Event Details
Venue: Pluim Park, Lisarow
Date: Tuesday July 12
Gates Open: 5.00pm
Kick off:
6pm - Central Coast Mariners v Central Coast Select
8pm - Central Coast Mariners v Central Coast Mariners Academy

 

[Rowdy]

The Central Coast Select side's Coaches & Player's have been announced:

Mariners set for test against Coast's best:

The Central Coast Mariners are excited to announce the return of the Central Coast Select fixture that will see the Mariners face off against some of the best local players at Pluim Park, Lisarow on July 12.

A selection of players from the Central Coast Football Battelwin Premier League/Division One competitions will be split into two teams (north & south) and coached by Killarney District Soccer Club’s Chris Ackerley and Gosford City FC’s Ian McAndrew to face off against the Central Coast Mariners The Central Coast Select squad will be handpicked by the above coaches who are bound by two key rules:

● Rule 1: There must be at least one player from each local club selected in the Central Coast Select squad.
● Rule 2: There is only to be a maximum of two players from any one local team.

The squads that are set to take on the Mariners are as follows.

The CCF Clubs will be split into the following two teams who will each play one half against the Central Coast Mariners:

One player who featured for the Central Coast Select side in the inaugural version of this fixture in 2005 was Mariners’ all time leading goal scorer Matt Simon who was then plying his trade with East Gosford. In what is set to be an exciting community event during the July School Holidays, all profits made from the gold coin entry will be donated to Coast Shelter who provide accommodation for over 150 men, women, children and youth as well as over 1000 free meals every week to those in need on the Central Coast.

Also on the night, the Central Coast Mariners will play against the Central Coast Mariners Academy, which will follow the Select match.

Event details -
Venue: Pluim Park, Lisarow
Date: Tuesday July 12
Gates Open: 5:00pm
Kick off:
6pm: – CCoast Mariners v CCoast Select
8pm: – CCoast Mariners v CCM Academy
Entry Fee: Gold Coin entry.

 

[Rowdy]

Great to see Mitchell Harper listed above in the North Select side, good friends with his mum&dad - Marty & Wendy, who'll be both proud to see him play.

Came up through the juniors at CC United FC & CC Lightning, right through to Mens 1st Grade. Played at Manly United for a season or 2 I think in the juniors?

Likewise Mark Harmsworth as well, his Mum Donna will be stoked.

Looking forward to this game.
....but NOT freezing my nuts off.

 

[dibo]

How are Wyong and Ourimbah in south whilst Terrigal is in the north? Wouldn't they go by the old council boundaries?

 

[tim...]

I noticed at the election that Terrigal's I think now (or was) in Dobell when Avoca and surrounds are Robertson (I might have that arse-about), maybe it's dumb electoral logic they're using?

 

[dibo]

Wyong and Ourimbah are in Dobell.

 

[MagpieMariner]

Terrigal moved into Robertson at the last distribution (2015/16).

 

[Rowdy]

Maybe its based on the new "6 Ghetto's" .... I mean Burrough's, Bruce Baird divided the Coast into affter almagamation of Gosford & Wyong Council's.

 

[MagpieMariner]

Surprised Baird didn't give Terrigal its own council, after all it's the only Liberal ghetto on the coast.

 

[Paolo]

How are Wyong and Ourimbah in south whilst Terrigal is in the north? Wouldn't they go by the old council boundaries?

Terrigal are only in north to give an even split of BPL clubs.

I get that the concept is designed to enage all clubs, but the restriction on min and max number from each clubs is a bit farcical when it results in mens all age players taking the field against professionals.

 

[Big Al]

http://theworldgame.sbs.com.au/article/2016/07/11/young-socceroos-set-training-camp-central-coast

As part of the camp the squad will also have a hit out against Hyundai A-League outfit Central Coast Mariners behind closed doors on Thursday 21 July.

 

[BaysideMariner]

Hi, I have never been to plum park. Will I need to bring chairs? Will food and drinks be available? Are they expecting a big crowd? Thank you.

 

[Paolo]

Hi, I have never been to plum park. Will I need to bring chairs? Will food and drinks be available? Are they expecting a big crowd? Thank you.

no, yes, no