KICKOFF 2021 - ROUND 05 SATURDAY SEYMOUR 27TH MARCH SHAW PARK 3.30PM MEN’S CLUB WELCOME The Sharks would like to welcome Mt Druitt Town in the Middle East. Further confirmation of our Rangers to Seymour Shaw Park today. Last week ability to bring players through our system is the fact the Sharks were keen to face off against APIA, to that 10 of the 12 NSW NPL teams contain at least one atone for their recent loss against league leaders ex-Sharks player. Sydney United. But mother-nature stepped in and the fixture was postponed. This has made the young Our 20’s had a comfortable win over Sydney united Sharks outfit hungry to register their first home win 2-0 with goals from Sam Amey and Jay McGowan of the season. The extra week off has enabled star who with Nelson Lam continue to be a threat for striker Peter Simonoski to regain full fitness ready to any opposition. Julian Travato and Harry Sutherland join Jeremy Cox and James Andrew at head of the were strong in defence and will keep the first graders Shark’s attack. on their toes with similar performances. The Rangers line-up includes former Shark’s junior We have commenced the building of our new and club captain Marc Warren whose A-League development which will provide long overdue experience would be an asset to any side. While facilities befitting the best football facility in the on the A-League, Sharks supporters must be Shire. This community development will contain wondering who is going to be the next player modern cooking facilities with café, a gym to be from the Sharks to grace the A-League scene. utilised by all shire players, a large function room, Some recent ex-Sharks players in the A-league dressing rooms and modern WC and special needs are Jack Duncan (Jets), Cameron Devlin, Charles facilities. Lokolingoy & Liam McGing (Phoenix), Tom Glover Our half time entertainment today is brought to us & Matthew Sutton (Melbourne City), Ben Folami by the under 9’s from Miranda Magpies and Marton (Melbourne Victory) Jaden Casella (Mariners), Mark Football Club. It is hoped we have an enjoyable day Natta,Thomas Aquilina & Kosta Grozos (Wanderers) at Seymour Shaw today. Chris Ikonomidis, Nick Sullivan & Liam Reddy (Perth). Jacob Tratt has recently returned from The Go the Sharks! Indian Super League while Nick Olsen is still starring 2 #NPLNSW PLATINUM PARTNER PPLLAATTIINNUUMM PPAARRTTNNEERR GGOOLLDDGOLD PPAA PARTNERSRRTTNNEERRSS NPLNSW.COM.AU 3 1ST GRADE TEAM LISTS 1 Anthony Bouzanis (GK) 1 Carlos Saliadarre 2 Adam Massoud 2 Solomon-Johnn Monahan-Vaiika 3 Gabriel Contigiani 3 Travis Oughtred 4 Brendan Hooper 4 Mitch Smith 5 Nic Petrillo 5 Bonani Paulo 6 Patrick O’Shea 6 Blake Thompson 7 Peter Simonovski 7 Jack Stewart 8 Oliver Green 8 Jason Perez 9 Jeremy Cox 9 John Roberts 10 Lachlan Everett 11 George Tuson-Firth 12 Harry Sutherland 12 Peter Nichols 17 Cooper Coskerie 13 Charlie Jones 19 Riley Ellem 14 Christopher Lindsay 20 Robert Fanella 16 Gerrard Roebuck (GK) 21 Tarek Elrich 17 James Andrew 22 Jake Mamone 21 Luke Sauer 24 Sunmola Yinka 22 Patrick Scibilio 27 Andre Cavalarro 23 Jarad Wiley 28 Macerolla Jared 25 Alex Masciovecchio 32 Fumoto Kamada 88 Chris McStay 33 Takumo Tsujimono 99 Jonathan Grozdanovski 33 Marc Warren Head Coach: Nick Dimovski Coach: Stewart Montgomery Asst. Coach: Stamati Glaros Assistant Coaches: Luis Contigiani & Managers: Kevin Allan/George Mandic Steve Gordon Physio: Kris Caolia Progressive Physio. Strength & Conditioning: Shannon Codd Referee: S. Kelly Assistant Referees: M. Riedy and S. Allum Fourth Official: R. Mackie *TEAM LISTINGS SUBJECT TO CHANGE MATCH PREVIEW After an impromptu week off, Sutherland Sharks will The Rangers fought back to claim a draw in heavy be looking to get back to business with a win against rain and gale-force winds against Sydney FC last Mount Druitt Town Rangers at Seymour Shaw Park week but should’ve had the win after spurning more this Saturday. than their fair share of chances. The Sharks’ had a week to rest and recover after Making the most of opportunities is something the their match against APIA was postponed due to the Rangers will need to work on, especially against a extreme weather experienced across Sydney during Sharks outfit that won’t give much away. the weekend. This is set to be an exciting clash to open Round 5. It could prove to be a chance for Nick Dimovski’s side to rest and reflect on what has and has not worked in their opening matches. Chris McStay has been a brilliant signing for Sutherland and is a true general in the middle of the park. James Andrew has yet to hit the heights truly he is capable of this season but is always a threat to find the back of the net and shouldn’t ever be overlooked. Looking to stop Andrew, and the Sharks will be a Mt Druitt Town Rangers side full of potential but lacking consistency. 1ST GRADE LADDER POS TEAM P W D L F A GD PTS 1 Sydney United 58 FC 4 4 0 0 12 3 9 12 2 Rockdale Ilinden FC 4 2 2 0 9 4 5 8 3 Sydney FC 4 2 1 1 7 8 -1 7 4 Manly United FC 4 1 3 0 4 3 1 6 5 Mt Druitt Town Rangers FC 4 1 2 1 5 6 -1 5 6 Wollongong Wolves FC 3 1 1 1 4 5 -1 4 7 Blacktown City FC 4 1 1 2 3 5 -2 4 8 Marconi Stallions FC 4 0 3 1 7 8 -1 3 9 Sydney Olympic FC 3 1 0 2 1 2 -1 3 10 Sutherland Sharks FC 3 0 2 1 3 5 -2 2 11 Northbridge Bulls FC 4 0 2 2 7 10 -3 2 12 APIA Leichhardt FC 3 0 1 2 1 4 -3 1 NPLNSW.COM.AU 5 PLAYER PROFILES 6 #NPLNSW PLAYER PROFILES NPLNSW.COM.AU 7 PLAYER PROFILE Alex Masciovecchio #25 Position - striker / winger Years at the Sharks - first year What teams - 1st grade Junior club - Unanderra Hearts FC Previous clubs - Wollongong Wolves FC, Sydney FC and Union San Giorgio (Italy ) Favourite team - Manchester United, Real Madrid Favourite Player Past and Present Past: Del Piero Present: Ronaldo Netflix Series - last chance u xbox / PlayStation/ ipad - playstation If so fave game - call of duty Studies/occupation? football Survive on one food forever what is it - pizza Fave things away from football / hobby - call of duty Best piece of advice? No matter the circumstances or set backs you may face in life , if you really believe in yourself anything is possible and many people have done it before you , never give up... 8 #NPLNSW FIRST GRADE REVIEWS Sutherland Sharks - WASHED OUT Mt Druitt Town Rangers 1 – Sydney FC 1 at Wanderers Football Park Sydney FC has clung on for a 1-1 draw with Mt Druitt Town Rangers in wild weather conditions at Wanderers Football Park on Saturday night In a match dominated by gale-force winds and torrential rain, The Young Sky Blues clung on for a point as a wasteful Rangers were unable to make the most of their chances. Sydney FC looked on track to snatch a shock win as Calum Talbot latched onto a sublime pass from Patrick Yazbek midway through the first half to give the visitors the lead against the run of play. However, A dramatic reshuffle swung the game in Mt Druitt’s favour after the interval with substitute Jack Stewart finding a crucial equaliser. It could’ve been three points for the home side but wasteful finishing in front of goal meant they had to settle for the draw. 10 #NPLNSW TOP GOAL SCORERS Patrick Antelmi Sydney United 58 5 Alec Urosevski Rockdale Illinden 4 Kyle Cimenti Rockdale Ilinden 4 Chris Payne Sydney United 58 3 Matt Sim Sydney United 58 3 Marko Jesic Marconi 3 Rory Jordan Northbridge Bulls 3 John Roberts Mt Druitt Town Rangers 2 Jaiden Kucharski Sydney FC 2 Anthony Frangie Marconi 2 OFFICIAL MATCH BALL OF NPL NSW PURCHASE FROM: NPLNSW.COM.AU 11 U20 TEAM LISTS 27 Jay Mcgowan 34 Julian Trovato 28 Kristopher Jovanovski 35 Mitchell Heapy 26 Matthew Marrum 36 Alexander Mangion 30 Tristan Maher 37 Nathan Tohme 31 Jordan Wang 38 Samuel Amey 32 Nelson Lam 39 Jonny Ress 33 Evan Souris 40 Tommy Ruperto Coach: Nick Porecca Asst. Coach: Halil Boz Managers: Matthew Smith, Jason Joaquim 18 Braiden Burr 30 Nate dunShea 21 Brendan Allen 31 Ngor Deng 23 Leo Abdo 35 Sunday Yona 24 Raj Singh 36 Joshua Armandi 25 Mo Sabbough 38 Anthony Louis 28 Callum Garrett 40 Andre Takami 29 Jacob Debian 41 Ivan Sunjic Coach: Steve Mayer Asst. Coach: Can Ozemir U20 LADDER POS TEAM P W D L F A GD PTS 1 Manly United FC 4 3 0 1 10 1 9 9 2 Sydney Olympic FC 3 3 0 0 8 1 7 9 3 Sydney FC 3 2 1 0 6 2 4 7 4 Sutherland Sharks FC 3 2 0 1 5 2 3 6 5 Northbridge Bulls FC 3 2 0 1 6 5 1 6 6 APIA Leichhardt FC 3 1 1 1 4 4 0 4 7 Blacktown City FC 4 1 1 2 5 6 -1 4 8 Marconi Stallions FC 3 1 1 1 1 3 -2 4 9 Mt Druitt Town Rangers FC 3 1 1 1 2 5 -3 4 10 Wollongong Wolves FC 3 1 0 2 3 5 -2 3 11 Sydney United 58 FC 4 0 1 3 2 9 -7 1 12 Rockdale Ilinden FC 4 0 0 4 2 11 -9 0 12 #NPLNSW TIME TO SHOP THE BEST OF THE BEST! UPDATE YOUR KIT? 140 BOURKE ROAD, ULTRAFOOTBALL.COM ALEXANDRIA, NSW 2015 THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT ROCKDALE 14 #NPLNSW CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP CLUB PLAYED U20’s 1st TOTAL Sydney United 58 FC 8 2 48 50 Manly United FC 8 18 24 42 Sydney FC 7 14 28 42 Rockdale Ilinden FC 8 0 32 32 Sydney Olympic FC 6 18 12 30 Mt Druitt Town Rangers FC 7 8 20 28 Blacktown City FC 8 8 16 24 Wollongong Wolves FC 6 6 16 22 Marconi Stallions FC 7 8 12 20 Northbridge Bulls FC 7 12 8 20 Sutherland Sharks FC 6 12 8 20 APIA Leichhardt FC 6 8 4 12 Club championships for all NPL Men’s and Women’s are available online: Men’s: https://mens.nplnsw.com.au/club-championship/ Women’s: https://womens.nplnsw.com.au/club-championship-nsw-womens/ NEXT ROUND FIXTURES MARCONI STALLIONS FC VS MT DRUITT TOWN RANGERS FC VS WOLLONGONG WOLVES FC SYDNEY OLYMPIC FC 4:00 PM / FRI 2 APR MARCONI STADIUM 7:00 PM / SAT 3 APR POPONDETTA PARK MANLY UNITED FC VS SYDNEY FC ROCKDALE