The Randwick Rave July 2016 Issue 3 The Randwick Rave July 2016 WOMEN TAKE OUT THE 2016 GRAND FINAL heads nodding and smiles as broad as a the kingfisher family has built the legacy it football field, the seed was planted and the has. belief started to grow. Each game was seen as a stepping stone and building block towards their end goal and each player was expected to undertake a process of self reflection and self assessment after each game. Each player was expected to feed into the above the line – below the line bi weekly team assessment an over time this enabled In a game that was worthy of a grand final the players to gain a deeper understanding fixture the women were successful in and appreciation of the impact each had on winning their Grand Final by 26 – 18 over the the outcome of the game. Linton Cobras. As the season progressed one of the true In achieving this victory, the women’s team strengths of the team was their ability to The Cook Island 2017 had broken a winning streak that had lasted maintain their composure and not get 3 seasons for the Cobra’s. angered or frustrated when calls and Lots has been happening since our last issue situations on the field were going against The game had brought out supporters both around the club trip to Raro in in 2017. them. This attribute would prove to be young and old, life members, committee critical in the final. When after t surrendering Lots of information has been communicated members, old timers, senior men’s players, a 14 point lead the continued to focus on from Rachael Leafe whom is our coordinator our junior, parents, children and families. For what they could control which enabled them for the trip. our players it was a proud moment to watch to rise to the challenge and take control back them walk through the guard of honour that An bank account has been set up and all of the game. had been formed by the under 17s. interested parties are encouraged to contact In summing up the game and the season and Rachael to register at The teams journey to the final had required final for the women’s team it was evident [email protected]. the commitment of a number of players and they had gradually built a platform from through out the season they had used 30 Here are some quick Kuki Arani phrases: which they believed they could confidently players in total. They had also lost Bonny launch their finals campaign. They had Kia Orana – Hello (pre season game), Pare and Anyia Hape all established principals of honesty and trust with broken legs. They were also without the Pe’ea Koe – how are you? and they were rewarded with the grand final services of Hana whom has been blessed win as a result of this belief in one another. with a child. Within their ranks the team also Meitaki – if the response is you are good had Tyler Bennet-Tauri, Ariann Funaki and As I stood and watched Ake Pereira raise the Ei Muia – you can do it / seize the day Judah Tofoso in their debut season. trophy to the sky in acknowledgement of the effort, the work and the support they had Pakau – Awesome The team set themselves goals in April. Their received during the season and to hear the initial focus was on re-establishing a Tamata’ia – Give it a go. supporters respond with cheers, applause women’s team after their absence the and a rendition of Born to Be A Kingfisher previous season. At the same meeting they that could easily be heard at Naenae were challenged by the coaching staff to shopping centre, it is easy understand how pursue the 2016 championship and with The Randwick Rave July 2016 Issue 3 Committee strenuously, but they managed to hold out till the finish, which came with the scores:. Update Celtic 9, Randwick 4. Mr. P, Child was the referee. Matters were exciting all the way in the match between City and Petone, ' the closeness of the scoring keeping the issue in doubt till the finish. Both teams attempted to play. an open game, and some good passing bouts added to the attractiveness of the game. City opened against the ' Him, and were mainly on the defensive, but the only score Petone were able to register before half-time was a try by O' Connor, giving them a 3-0 Please make sure you have entered into your lead. After the change-over City did most of calendar these important dates: the attacking, and had soon scored a penalty Chairpersons Report 2016 End of Season Awards goal by Hale and a try by Joyce, which Hale Ceremony Allot has happened at the Chairpersons level converted. Petone scored again when Tetley of the game. crossed for an unconverted try. The game ended: City 7, Petone 6. Mr. R. Salisbury was The Kingfishers End of The Lower North Zonal board has appointed the referee. Although they had the sun in Season Awards Ceremony Hamish Rees to the position of Lower North their favour Newtown were unable to will be held at our clubrooms General Manager and Dave Faiumu penetrate the Koro. Koro defence in the first on 27 August starting at 6pm Community Development Manager position. spell, Koro Koro using their speed to advantage. Close play on the Newtown line Dave is originally from Naenae. Played some ended with Harding scoring an unconverted Cost per head is $10.00 age grade footy with the Kingfishers before try for Koro Koro, but, although the latter playing seniors for Wainuiomata. Dave team was attacking for most of the time, (this includes your played with the Cowboys in the NRL from there was no further scoring before the 2004 – 2008 before heading off to entertainment and meal) interval, which arrived with Koro Koro Huddersfield Giant from 2008 – 20014. Dave leading, 3-0. Much of the play in the second represented the Kiwis from 2005 – 2007 and To purchase a ticket please spell was between the forwards, Koro Koro played for Samoa in 2010. contact one of your gradually assuming a definite superiority. committee members. A Bit of Kingfisher History Connon added a penalty goal, and Dobson scored a try, the final score being: Koro Koro Have a read of this article punished in the 8, Newtown 0. As administrators of the club 2017 Coaching Positions evening post. My how times have changed. the committee has a vested responsibility As part of our process of our focus on (Evening Post 30/5/1932) that all members and visitors to the club preparing our Club for the 2017 season the consume alcohol responsibly. This can only RUGBY LEAUE CLOSELY CONTESTED GAMES committee is now implementing the be done within the confines of the recruitment process for all senior coaching The winning margins in the Rugby League clubhouse. and assistant coaching positions for the: football matches on Saturday were (Article Provided by Pat Knox) comparatively small, and the games were Premier evenly contested. At the Showgrounds Celtic Premier Reserve beat Randwick by 9 to 4, and City beat Petone by 7 to 6. Koro Koro beat Newtown Senior First and by 8 to nil at Hutt Park. Celtic and Randwick had an even struggle during the first half of Premier Women’s their match, the only scoring before .the Teams for the 2017 season. interval being a penalty goal to Randwick; Celtic set up a strong offensive early in the If you are keen to be part of this group of key second spell, and secured a good lead on personnel, please make contact via email their opponents, who could improve their with the Chairperson through total only to the extent of another penalty [email protected] goal. Matters were exciting towards the finish, when Celtic were compelled to defend The Randwick Rave July 2016 Issue 3 Junior Current Job – Fitter Welder (Coach the ideal Know Our People job) Club History – Under 15,17 Reserves, Senior Favourite Food – Seafood Bronson MARINO 1sts. Favourite Movie – Star Wars (Because I’m a Family Heritage –Toke. Jedi). Club History – Played since age 4. Am 4th Nick Name – Snypes. Favourite Song – Broken (Pantera) generation of 5 that have played for the Current Job – Waterproofing. Favourite NZ Group – Katchafire (reminds Kingfishers. Favourite Food – KFC. me of summer). Family Heritage – Cook Island Maori, Czech, Favourite Movie – Blood in Blood Out. Favourite Entertainer – Pantera (Love Metal) Ngati Porou and Te Aroha. Favourite Song – Woopa Kangnum Style. NRL Club – Knights Nick Name – Skinner. From softball. Favourite NZ Group – Back Street Boy. Who will win the NRL Premiership – Current Job – Child Support. Favourite Entertainer – Tina Turner. Cowboys Favourite Food – Chicken Burger. NRL Club – Dogy’s. Who Will State of Origin - NSW Favourite Movie – Happy Gilmore. Because Who will win the NRL Premiership – Dogys it’s a crack up. Who Will State of Origin – NSW Favourite Song – Rest of my life. (It was my Laman AH WONG wedding song). Jacob Favourite NZ Group – Six60 – They are Club History – 2014 Reserves, Premiers 2016 smooth. Club History – 2012 to present Family Heritage – Samoan / White. Favourite Entertainer – Michael Jackson. Family Heritage –Tongan Mafia. Dad won the Nick Name – Nil. (He’s the man) Premier grade in 1996. Current Job – Work and Income. NRL Club - Storm Nick Name – Jay Favourite Food – Island Food Who will win the NRL Premiership – Storm Current Job – Student Favourite Movie – Nil Who Will State of Origin - NSW Favourite Food – Fries Favourite Song – Regulate Favourite Movie – Blindside (Inspirational) Favourite NZ Group – Katchafire.