Just incase you didn't learn any lesson from Saturday, here is a prime example of why we should not piss around when free to score.
Monday, September 22, 2008
WTL 2008: Mid-League Review
Hello boys and gals! Welcome to the Mid-League Review for WTL 2008, brought to you by our proud sponsors... ACL (Always Cock-up Legs) Pte Ltd! Tearing knees and tearing eyes since 2007!
We've come to the 6th round of the 2008 Winter League series and here we look at at the top 3 teams competing for honours.
Current table-topper is none other than Monsoon Dragons, previously known as Wanderers. Looking very impressive at number 1 with the maximum 18 points, Dragons have been dominating their opponents in every game. Highest scoring team with the stingiest defence, Dragons are deserving of their position so far. Even disposing of Bucks Golden 9-1 in the process. Things are looking up for them at the moment but their fight to stay on top will be stiffer when they face the speedy 6Pack in Round 8.
PREDICTION: Top of the table until Round 8. Definitely to finish in the top 2. Serious league contender.
Breathing down the leader's neck closely is the crowd's favourite 6Pack. At 2nd place, 6Packs managed to gain a respectable 17 out of 18 points. Dropping a precious single point when they drew 3-3 with Bucks. Experienced campaigners Alan Lowton, Gideon Luo and Lee Yum Hwa have been trying to blend in new players to the team style of play with some success. The sound youth policy of the team has groomed impressive players like Joshua "the Freak" who has been terrorizing opponents in similar style to a past player, Amila. The younger batch of players brought in from the various polytechnics have proven to be a mix lot but nevertheless, promising. Only time will tell if they'll live up to their potential and help bring back some silverware. Their biggest challenge will be to slay the table-topper Dragons and be the one on top for once.
PREDICTION: If they can peak at the right time of the league, 6Pack might be able to pull a fast one over the Dragons and hold on to first place. But it's still too close to say. Definite top 3 finish.
At third place, Bucks Golden have grown to be stronger year after year. A heady mix of experience, youth and free beer have put Bucks as the dark horse of the tournament. Unfortunately, the 9-1 loss against Dragons have dashed their title hopes and their main aim currently would be to fight for the number 2 spot.
PREDICTION: 3rd place. Even if they managed to get maximum points, they still have to accumulate a massive goal difference to displace the current top 2.
Special Highlight: Republic Polytechnic (RP)
RP, a fertile ground for young touch players, has produced slick players the likes of Amila, Sujan, Taufiq, Terence, Kenneth Chitty, Matthew and the list goes on. With such accomplished youth players as these RP alumni, the current crop of RP players have found their school legacy to be a two-edged sword. Self-inflicted pressure to win has caused some cracks within the team and resulted in plenty of harsh words being thrown during training and games. Newly hired coach, Adam of 6Pack fame, has been kept very busy trying to weave together these raw players into a seamless, fire-retardant and not Made-in-China touch team. "If these boys can just grasp the concept that team spirit is what drives team performance, I believe they'll be able to put up a strong showing in the upcoming Asian All-Schools. At this moment, we're all trying to learn how to work together and reach a common understanding.", said Adam. With a solid performance against rival Singapore Polytechnic in Round 2, the team is looking forward to the next match against another rival school, Ngee Ann Polytechnic. Sparks are set to fly in this highly anticipated match-up and it is for sure that both teams will not hold back to one-up the other.
Alright sports fans, that's all for this weeks installation of WTL Review. Again, brought to you by the good people of ACL Pte Ltd. Because drilling holes into your thigh bones is sexy!
We've come to the 6th round of the 2008 Winter League series and here we look at at the top 3 teams competing for honours.
Current table-topper is none other than Monsoon Dragons, previously known as Wanderers. Looking very impressive at number 1 with the maximum 18 points, Dragons have been dominating their opponents in every game. Highest scoring team with the stingiest defence, Dragons are deserving of their position so far. Even disposing of Bucks Golden 9-1 in the process. Things are looking up for them at the moment but their fight to stay on top will be stiffer when they face the speedy 6Pack in Round 8.
PREDICTION: Top of the table until Round 8. Definitely to finish in the top 2. Serious league contender.
Breathing down the leader's neck closely is the crowd's favourite 6Pack. At 2nd place, 6Packs managed to gain a respectable 17 out of 18 points. Dropping a precious single point when they drew 3-3 with Bucks. Experienced campaigners Alan Lowton, Gideon Luo and Lee Yum Hwa have been trying to blend in new players to the team style of play with some success. The sound youth policy of the team has groomed impressive players like Joshua "the Freak" who has been terrorizing opponents in similar style to a past player, Amila. The younger batch of players brought in from the various polytechnics have proven to be a mix lot but nevertheless, promising. Only time will tell if they'll live up to their potential and help bring back some silverware. Their biggest challenge will be to slay the table-topper Dragons and be the one on top for once.
PREDICTION: If they can peak at the right time of the league, 6Pack might be able to pull a fast one over the Dragons and hold on to first place. But it's still too close to say. Definite top 3 finish.
At third place, Bucks Golden have grown to be stronger year after year. A heady mix of experience, youth and free beer have put Bucks as the dark horse of the tournament. Unfortunately, the 9-1 loss against Dragons have dashed their title hopes and their main aim currently would be to fight for the number 2 spot.
PREDICTION: 3rd place. Even if they managed to get maximum points, they still have to accumulate a massive goal difference to displace the current top 2.
Special Highlight: Republic Polytechnic (RP)
RP, a fertile ground for young touch players, has produced slick players the likes of Amila, Sujan, Taufiq, Terence, Kenneth Chitty, Matthew and the list goes on. With such accomplished youth players as these RP alumni, the current crop of RP players have found their school legacy to be a two-edged sword. Self-inflicted pressure to win has caused some cracks within the team and resulted in plenty of harsh words being thrown during training and games. Newly hired coach, Adam of 6Pack fame, has been kept very busy trying to weave together these raw players into a seamless, fire-retardant and not Made-in-China touch team. "If these boys can just grasp the concept that team spirit is what drives team performance, I believe they'll be able to put up a strong showing in the upcoming Asian All-Schools. At this moment, we're all trying to learn how to work together and reach a common understanding.", said Adam. With a solid performance against rival Singapore Polytechnic in Round 2, the team is looking forward to the next match against another rival school, Ngee Ann Polytechnic. Sparks are set to fly in this highly anticipated match-up and it is for sure that both teams will not hold back to one-up the other.
Alright sports fans, that's all for this weeks installation of WTL Review. Again, brought to you by the good people of ACL Pte Ltd. Because drilling holes into your thigh bones is sexy!
Friday, September 19, 2008
Ah Lan Lon Tong 29th Birthday
From The SixPack Fellowship...To the Oldest Active Player in SixPack after JieLun
HAPPY MERRRY 29th (n counting) BIRTHDAY!
TO
ALAN LOWTON from the city of WIGAN...
It's time to consider marriage?
And have kids?
And go on trips around the world with your family?
This list can only go longer...
Friday, September 12, 2008
6 easy steps to tell
This guy on another blog did an admirable thing in making the world a better place to live in...for us men. He came up with a full proof method of sussing out your own sexual orientation w/o having to labour through painless years in limbo being unsure of what really tickles your shmackle. He terms it as "reducing the competition".
Lately, when David Beckham Armani ads were released, there was some question as to whether his bulge was bonafide or just another result of digital augmentation. Naturally that had Victoria Beckham stating claim that what appeared in the Armani ads was all him (she would know). And then things became a lil' more interesting when DJ Kyle Sandilands of Australia(just some guy) drove the point home while using the urinals at Villa nightclub in LA, stating that and i quote, “Let’s just say he looks like he’s got it going on whether it’s happy or not.”
Personally, this is just one of those instances where a 'kiss and not tell' policy should prevail. I mean sure...how often do u get a multimillion dollar big time football mogul pissing right next to you? Nah i'll keep my opinions to myself...attracts unnecessary attention.
Anyway, here is something for the ladies and Elton John and perhaps more of yous after this...
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
So...you are gay if you find your pants getting tighter after viewing the pictures above. Doesn't it feel better now coming outta the closet...breathing easier? I just freed up more ladies for the market. The more dudes realizing that they are gay the better it is for straight dudes. Just too bad we at 6ppb.blogspot have no critical mass but hey, when was the last time u did your part?
In case you guys are wondering, i still find both Jessica Alba and Nicole Scherzinger hot.Yes.
Lately, when David Beckham Armani ads were released, there was some question as to whether his bulge was bonafide or just another result of digital augmentation. Naturally that had Victoria Beckham stating claim that what appeared in the Armani ads was all him (she would know). And then things became a lil' more interesting when DJ Kyle Sandilands of Australia(just some guy) drove the point home while using the urinals at Villa nightclub in LA, stating that and i quote, “Let’s just say he looks like he’s got it going on whether it’s happy or not.”
Personally, this is just one of those instances where a 'kiss and not tell' policy should prevail. I mean sure...how often do u get a multimillion dollar big time football mogul pissing right next to you? Nah i'll keep my opinions to myself...attracts unnecessary attention.
Anyway, here is something for the ladies and Elton John and perhaps more of yous after this...
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
So...you are gay if you find your pants getting tighter after viewing the pictures above. Doesn't it feel better now coming outta the closet...breathing easier? I just freed up more ladies for the market. The more dudes realizing that they are gay the better it is for straight dudes. Just too bad we at 6ppb.blogspot have no critical mass but hey, when was the last time u did your part?
In case you guys are wondering, i still find both Jessica Alba and Nicole Scherzinger hot.Yes.
Friday, August 29, 2008
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Attacking common 'Defence Policies'
Players need to recognize that there're 3 areas of defence on the touch field. These 3 areas/zones should have their own individual policies specific to the field position and ability of the opposition.
This zone will see teams attempting to get off their line and out of their own half. The KILL/SHOOT D. is commonly used to isolate and prevent teams from achieving a good momentum advancing off their line. It is important that defenders do not buy wraps or dummies, by applying pressure in the face of the attacking side forcing possible errors, isolations and principally to prevent them from getting a good go ahead using their cohesive rucking patterns.
Key elements in this defensive policy:
- provide protection by covering up behind the shooting players
- this policy should not see the same player making touches in a row as this work load should be equally shared.
This applies when the attacking team has gained good yardage from thier cohesive rucking patterns and are situated somewhere in the middle part of the field. Defensive players maintain the line of defence without overcommiting but instead slide along the 'gain line' in an effort to adjust to the attacking advancement. It is important for players to cover wraps and inside passes. Communication is vital amongst the defensive line in all 3 zones.
The modern game has seen a variety of defensive styles since the advent of the 6 aside game from the 7 aside variant. Initially, teams had to adopt a "run like hell policy" which means having to come to terms with steppers who have superior directional changing abilties. Eventually, teams have adapted by introducing defensive policies which better prepared them against their more athletic and flamboyant counterparts.
Common line defence policies
#1 CHASE OUT DON'T CHASE IN
The term refers to chasing out from between the middle position away to the sidelines. A defender should mark up against the opposite player covering them from running around their outside.
If a defender were to chase out and the attacker were to step back inside them, a defending player should not turn and chase in towards the middle line as they would leave themselves open to an overlap of players from either a wrap, sweep or switch play.
EG.
Here an attacking link runs in and a defending link chases in, allowing a switch to creat a 2 v 1 scenario.
The above material was mostly adapted from some resource on the internet. Except for some minor editing by me, I do not claim to be primary author of this material, except for that which can be explicitly seen. I may post a couple more basic defensive policies over the next month or so from the same source. This is really basic stuff so i won't expect many of you to take an interest but for those a lil' wet behind the ears, you might not wanna turn your nose up so soon. It may also serve as a back-to-basics refresher for some.
You can find more info at Queensland Touch
First Zone - Kill or Shoot Defence
This zone will see teams attempting to get off their line and out of their own half. The KILL/SHOOT D. is commonly used to isolate and prevent teams from achieving a good momentum advancing off their line. It is important that defenders do not buy wraps or dummies, by applying pressure in the face of the attacking side forcing possible errors, isolations and principally to prevent them from getting a good go ahead using their cohesive rucking patterns.
Key elements in this defensive policy:
- provide protection by covering up behind the shooting players
- this policy should not see the same player making touches in a row as this work load should be equally shared.
Second Zone - Slide Defence
This applies when the attacking team has gained good yardage from thier cohesive rucking patterns and are situated somewhere in the middle part of the field. Defensive players maintain the line of defence without overcommiting but instead slide along the 'gain line' in an effort to adjust to the attacking advancement. It is important for players to cover wraps and inside passes. Communication is vital amongst the defensive line in all 3 zones.
Third Zone - Line Defence
The modern game has seen a variety of defensive styles since the advent of the 6 aside game from the 7 aside variant. Initially, teams had to adopt a "run like hell policy" which means having to come to terms with steppers who have superior directional changing abilties. Eventually, teams have adapted by introducing defensive policies which better prepared them against their more athletic and flamboyant counterparts.
Common line defence policies
#1 CHASE OUT DON'T CHASE IN
The term refers to chasing out from between the middle position away to the sidelines. A defender should mark up against the opposite player covering them from running around their outside.
If a defender were to chase out and the attacker were to step back inside them, a defending player should not turn and chase in towards the middle line as they would leave themselves open to an overlap of players from either a wrap, sweep or switch play.
EG.
Here an attacking link runs in and a defending link chases in, allowing a switch to creat a 2 v 1 scenario.
The above material was mostly adapted from some resource on the internet. Except for some minor editing by me, I do not claim to be primary author of this material, except for that which can be explicitly seen. I may post a couple more basic defensive policies over the next month or so from the same source. This is really basic stuff so i won't expect many of you to take an interest but for those a lil' wet behind the ears, you might not wanna turn your nose up so soon. It may also serve as a back-to-basics refresher for some.
You can find more info at Queensland Touch
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
I wasn't kidding when i said...
"...this is a level we'll never hope to attain...over the next year or so." And one of us out there have made it.
Made what?
Ok, for all current 6packers, new ones, old ones, stalkers, wannabes, kaypos, you may recall a video i posted not too long ago relating to the Victoria Touch League. And i'm quite proud to inform you ppl that a certain someone (which i will not mention for fear of his safety-dun know what diehard fans are capable of these days) who used to grace our ranks, has been successful in the Vipers squad trials. Yes thats right, this one person in fact managed to convince two VT league teams he was top brass, but having to settle for a better option he went for the 2007 VT League 1st runner up, Vipers. I had the opportunity to speak with him although not in person, and this is what he had to say.
A forwarded Email sent informing me the pleasant news. It was sent to me in confidence so a good thing he doesn't have the blog address. See a familiar name somewhere? Sorry quite small gotta squint...
This is the video i posted before. Although the Vipers failed to secure first place, perhaps their new line-up may take it this year...what with some new additions to their squad, namely...??
Lets extend whoever it is and whatever little we know of this person our congrats in making the team. Even as he is likely to keep me from writing all this at this point, i can't help but be a dirty snitch. Not exactly at the 'State of Origin' level yet but hey, still something worthy to mention i guess. Lets hope he learns much and will perhaps deliver a positive contribution if he ever returns and maybe find it within him to participate in our little totty league.
Made what?
Ok, for all current 6packers, new ones, old ones, stalkers, wannabes, kaypos, you may recall a video i posted not too long ago relating to the Victoria Touch League. And i'm quite proud to inform you ppl that a certain someone (which i will not mention for fear of his safety-dun know what diehard fans are capable of these days) who used to grace our ranks, has been successful in the Vipers squad trials. Yes thats right, this one person in fact managed to convince two VT league teams he was top brass, but having to settle for a better option he went for the 2007 VT League 1st runner up, Vipers. I had the opportunity to speak with him although not in person, and this is what he had to say.
A forwarded Email sent informing me the pleasant news. It was sent to me in confidence so a good thing he doesn't have the blog address. See a familiar name somewhere? Sorry quite small gotta squint...
This is the video i posted before. Although the Vipers failed to secure first place, perhaps their new line-up may take it this year...what with some new additions to their squad, namely...??
Lets extend whoever it is and whatever little we know of this person our congrats in making the team. Even as he is likely to keep me from writing all this at this point, i can't help but be a dirty snitch. Not exactly at the 'State of Origin' level yet but hey, still something worthy to mention i guess. Lets hope he learns much and will perhaps deliver a positive contribution if he ever returns and maybe find it within him to participate in our little totty league.
Thursday, June 05, 2008
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