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The Basin, Round 7 – Match Reports

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By on May 29th, 2012

SENIORS

Canterbury 9.7.61

The Basin 20.19.139

Going into The Basin match, the Cobras knew they would be in for a very hard day at the office; up against the top side in the league, with one of the largest player wage bills to match.

In a case of history repeating itself this season, the Cobras got off to a very slow start, and were left well behind at quarter time. To Canterbury’s credit, they fought hard throughout the match, and matched it with the top side in passages of play throughout the day.

Matty Pollett and Jake Rowe both had tough jobs on two different Clintons, with Pollett doing a great job on Clinton Jones, and Jake learning a lot from ex-AFL player Clint King.

The Basin, like all top sides do, didn’t take their foot off the gas in the last quarter, and while the margin blew out in the end, the Cobras can hold their heads high in showing strength of character and backbone, with coach Tony Rowe proud of all players on the day.

Going forward the Cobras’ injury list is getting longer by the week, especially in key positions; however this is an accepted part of the game. This week’s match up with Silvan is a must win for the Cobras, with a lift in overall skills accuracy crucial for this fixture. The hard work that’s continually on display on match day will start to pay dividends when the full squad is back on board.

Goal Kickers: A. Baker 3, B. Peel 2, A. Mock, J. Rowe, C. McCasker, M. Augustinus.

Best Players: M. Pollett, L. King, C. McCasker, A. Baker, J. Rowe, T. Beare.

 

RESERVES

Canterbury 7.4.46

The Basin 13.14.92

Like their senior counterparts, the reserve squad also got off to a slow start. Despite having plenty of the ball, it couldn’t be converted into scoreboard pressure. The Basin were rebounding well out of defence, putting an undermanned squad with plenty of fill-ins (Theo who?) under a bit of duress early on.

Coach Zaharopoulos was rapt with the squad’s performance all day, with all players sticking to their task. With a bit more luck, the Cobras should have hit the front early in the third quarter, though they were thankful for the Bears’ inaccurate kicking.

Scotty Burson was excellent all day in the ruck, with Clayton Skate best on ground tearing up and down the wing. From a consistency point of view, Shaun Kelly and the entire back six were solid all day.

Goal Kickers: M. Kocurek 2, D. Hardy, B. Allen, N. Smith, J. Perillo, C. Skate.

Best Players: C. Skate, B. Allen, A. Boyd, D. Dapiran, H. Dent, C. Burson.

Leigh Macfarlane

131 Seconds With… Leigh Macfarlane

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By on May 28th, 2012

The 131 Seconds With… interview series profiles Canterbury Cobra members and players, as the latest part of our 131-year club history.

Name? Leigh Macfarlane.
Number? 44.
First club you played at/were member of? Canterbury FC Juniors.
Favourite Position? Half-Forward.
If you could swap one thing with another Canterbury player or member, what would it be? Marcus Cassidy’s twinkle toes.
Favourite sporting moment (personal or from a player/team you support)? Craig Lowndes winning Bathurst just after Brocky died.
Hidden talent off the pitch? Spinning tracks on the decks, SEABL Basketball Referee (ret).
Best piece of advice you’ve never forgotten? Work hard when you’re young, relax when you’re old.
Your favourite thing about the Canterbury Cobras Football Club? A great club to be around, no matter who you are, great value to be had by all, favourite thing would have to be playing footy with ya mates!

Corey Eames-Mayer

131 Seconds With… Corey Eames-Mayer

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By on May 26th, 2012

The 131 Seconds With… interview series profiles Canterbury Cobra members and players, as the latest part of our 131-year club history.

Name? Corey Eames-Mayer.
Number? 25.
First club you played at/were member of? Canterbury Cobras.
Favourite Position? Half-Forward.
If you could swap one thing with another Canterbury player or member, what would it be? My age with any player under 25. If I could it wouldn’t hurt to borrow some of Bubba’s muscles, Matt A’s kicking ability and Jake Rowe’s pace.
Favourite sporting moment (personal or from a player/team you support)? The first time I sang the Canterbury song after my first win with the club.
Hidden talent off the pitch? I have a really great leap; I hold several box jump records. I also don’t mind busting a move on the d-floor either; this may or may not be hidden or a talent!
Best piece of advice you’ve never forgotten? Work All men are created equal, some just work harder in pre-season!
Your favourite thing about the Canterbury Cobras Football Club? Shower time! I think what separates Canterbury is each of the guys we have down at the club have really strong values, we care about each other and are always open and welcoming. I think it’s the type of people at Canterbury that define us as great!

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Surrey Park, Round 6 – Reserves Match Report

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By on May 24th, 2012

RESERVES

Surrey Park 3.6.24

Canterbury 5.10.40

Conditions played a big part of this low-scoring affair at the Panthers home ground, with heavy going making smooth game play difficult. Though the Cobras had four scoring shots to one in the opening term, they were still behind at quarter time.

Despite being hard at the ball all day, with Craig Lashbrook tackling harder than anyone, the Cobras suffered from ill-discipline. The Cobras were goalless at half time and left with it all to do, though David Gates and Ash Boyd were getting plenty of it, and doing their best to keep the Cobras in the game.

The signs were improving in the third quarter, but another 1.4 meant that the Cobras trailled into the final break. Corey Eames-Mayer was strong around the ground, and Dave Dapiran was moved from defence into attack.

This move proved to be the difference on the day, providing a great marking target and 3 last quarter goals to seal a tough-fought win. Great to see new player Daniel Nelson also get plenty of the ball.

Goal Kickers: D. Dapiran 3, D. Gates, M. Kocurek.

Best Players: D. Dapiran, C. Lashbrook, D. Nelson, C. Eames-Mayer, D. Gates, A. Boyd.

Doug Hutchinson Canterbury

131 Seconds With… Doug Hutchinson

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By on May 24th, 2012

The 131 Seconds With… interview series profiles Canterbury Cobra members and players, as the latest part of our 131-year club history.

Name? Doug “The Gash” Hutchinson.
Number? 50.
First club you played at/were member of? Kew Comets Under 12′s.
Favourite Position? Up Front.
If you could swap one thing with another Canterbury player or member, what would it be? Marty’s Accent.
Favourite sporting moment (personal or from a player/team you support)? Personal: Kicked Kew’s entire score in a game… 1 point in a 30 goal drumming. Professional: ANZAC Day 2009… ZAAHAARAAAKIS!!!!!!
Hidden talent off the pitch? “Fade-away” beer pong shot.
Best piece of advice you’ve never forgotten? No good deed goes unpunished.
Your favourite thing about the Canterbury Cobras Football Club? Just a top bunch of blokes.

David Gates

131 Seconds With…David Gates

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By on May 23rd, 2012

The 131 Seconds With… interview series profiles Canterbury Cobra members and players, as the latest part of our 131-year club history.

Name? David Gates.
Number? 54.
First club you played at/were member of? Canterbury Junior Football Club.
Favourite Position? Forward Pocket/on the ball.
If you could swap one thing with another Canterbury player or member, what would it be? I’d swap nicknames with the ‘Gash’.
Favourite sporting moment (personal or from a player/team you support)? When Tambling was finally traded.
Hidden talent off the pitch? Drunk texting – flawless.
Best piece of advice you’ve never forgotten? Never accept mediocrity, because if you do – that’s all you’ll achieve.
Your favourite thing about the Canterbury Cobras Football Club? 4 km time trial around Anderson Park… or the social side of the club.

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Surrey Park, Round 6 – Seniors Match Report

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By on May 21st, 2012

SENIORS

Surrey Park 9.4.58

Canterbury 13.11.89

A big danger game presented itself when the Cobras ventured to Surrey Park.

With so many key players on the sidelines, the match was a time to find out who has a little bit of ticker. The game started with intensity, and the Cobras knew they were in for a contest, with both sides attacking the footy quite hard. Jeremy Gillen started well in the midfield, with Troy Gread continually presenting up forward, and Sean Hanrahan patrolling down back.

The second quarter was again a tight affair, with two goals apiece from Surrey Park and the Cobras, and more hard footy being played. The Cobras went in to the long break trailling by 2 points.

After half time the Cobras started getting their game together, with some great passages of play. After starting down back, Andrew Baker provided spark and great offensive pressure up forward, laying 3 or 4 good tackles in the attacking 50 which resulted in goals. David Carroll’s run and goal right on the siren gave the Cobras all the momentum into the last quarter.

In the last quarter the Cobras ran over the top of the Panthers, who lost focus after the Cobras pulled away. Andrew Baker and Jake Rowe steadied the ship with good goals, and with 10 scoring shots to one, Canterbury pulled away to win comfortably.

Goal Kickers: J. Price 2, A. Baker 2, A. Mock, J. Rowe, D. Carroll, C. Mason, T. Gread, C. Aligizakis, S. Murphy, B. Peel, R. Walmsley.

Best Players: A. Baker, C. Mason, L. King, T. Gread, J. Gillen, D. Carroll.