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16th NYC ROLLING TROPHY 2005 |
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NYC Rolling Trophy football tournament is played under the auspices of Kuwait Indian Football Federation (KIFF) and is officiated by Indian Football Referees Association (IFRA).
The NYC Rolling trophy, perhaps one of the most uniquely sculpt trophies worldwide, was instituted in the year 1991-92.
The finals of this year's edition are slated for December 30, 2005.
The tournament is organized by Navelim Youth Centre (NYC) under the leadership of President Agnello A. S. Fernandes.
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Sponsors of NYC Football Team:
City International Exchange Co. WLL |
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Photo: Jerry (Maroons) and Roland (Bombay Boys) in action during the second half
Kuwait City, Dec 27:
Inspired by the fighting spirit of hardened warrior Jaime Figuira, G.O.A Maroons ousted a not-so-impressive Bombay Boys in the semi-finals of NYC Rolling Trophy by one goal to none.
Jaime has been a motivating force behind Maroons' success last many years now. Its a pity no youngster in the Maroons squad is able to emulate the aggressive player having little skills but who makes up with his tireless running, tough tackles and hard headers -- the basic qualities to be a good player. Jaime was seen wherever the action was -- winning the ball, attacking and defending.
Bombay Boys created few chances that could be converted into goals. Maroons scored the "winner" through skipper Ian D'Souza from a combined move initiated by Terence Carvalho, Jaime and Jerry D'Souza.
Bombay Boys fought valiantly with Roland Fernandes, Agnelo D' Souza and Prakash Chandimal putting in extra-best efforts to draw level. Five minutes later as Bombay Boys tried and failed to get back into the game, Jaime played a square ball across the face of Bombay Boys penalty area for an unmarked Augustine to set himself with one step and strike. The shot however was gobbled by Bombay Boys keeper Alvito.
Maroons will now meet AVC Overseas Association on Friday to decide the champions of the 16th NYC Rolling Trophy.
AVC Overseas Association v/s Kuwait Goans Association (1-0)
AVC were restricted to few chances by Siemens sponsored Kuwait Goans Association (KGA) in their semi final. KGA matched their seasoned rivals in every department -- with an attacking display -- but somehow a "winner" eluded them.
Kuwait Goans started the game very well with captain Lucian D'Souza impressive in mid-field and a busy frontline with Melvin, Ashton, Caridade and Kevin Vaz seeing plenty of the ball. Surprisingly, the strikers did not create many scoring chances despite excellent approach play.
It was AVC who came close to scoring in the opening minutes of the game when Francis' free-kick hit the cross-bar and rebounded into play.
Edwin Fernandes scored on the run of play with a late second half strike to send AVC into their second consecutive NYC Trophy final. Edwin managed to produce a goal from nothing; he shot across KGA goalkeeper Connie Rodrigues with no back lift or warning for the keeper. The goalkeeper, one of the stars in this tournament, ended the game in emotional tears.
Kuwait Goans pressed forward after conceding the goal leaving only three players at the back but could not create any scoring chance to draw level.
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GRAND FINALS
The finals are to be held at Soor Grounds starting 8.30 am (provided weather and 'ground' conditions are favorable). Temperatures in Kuwait City are expected to drop down at the weekend to a min 4°C with a forecast of showers.
Hosts Navelim Youth Centre has won the trophy maximum 6 times followed by G.O.A Maroons with 4 victories.
Following are the champions in the last 6 seasons:
______ - 2005-06
Curtorcares United - 2004-05
Bombay Boys 2003-04
Navelim Youth Centre 2002-03
Colva United 2001-02
Colva United 2000-01
Navelim Youth Centre 1999-2000
Mr. Tareq Al Shumamari, Accounts Expert - Ministry of Justice has kindly consented to be the Chief Guest for the finals.
Mr. M. P. Dalbehera, General Manager - The City International Exchange Co W.L.L., (Official Sponsors of NYC Football Team for 2005-06) will be the guest of honor.
Finalists
Goan Overseas Association (G.O.A) Maroons
Roman Anthony (goalkeeper), Ian D' Souza, Jaime Figuera, Jerry D'Souza, Regi Rodrigues, Sudha Swamy, Terence Carvalho, Manuel Dourado, Sidique, Augustine Sequira, James Rebello ( Substitutes: Caje, Julio, Seby, Sebastiao, Jadav, Felix, Joseph)
Coach: Gajendra Pillai
Team Manager: Assumption D'Souza
A.V.C Overseas Association
Jose Fernandes( goalkeeper), Vincy Pereira, Francis Fernandes, Peter Crasto, Elvis Camelo, Eduado Dias, Braulio Rodrigues, Edwin Fernandes, Steven Rodrigues, James Goveia, Molvit Mascarenhas (Substitutes: Alvaro, Ronnie, Nicolas, Alexander, Basheer, Diago).
Coach: Alvaro Dias
Team Manager: Donald Colaco
Livrament Boys Benaulim will hold an open 3-aside tie-breaker tournament soon after the NYC finals. The tie-breaker is being organized in aid of Holy Trinity Church, Benaulim-Goa.
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FINALS |
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Maroons
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A.V.C |
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| Thought for the week |
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"If the other person injures you, you may forget the injury; but if you injure him you will always remember..." gaspersWorld | |
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