30 April 2009, Thursday
Group stage: NJC v VJC (Girls)
Result: 2-3 (0-1, 1-1, 1-1)

It was indeed an exciting performace put up by both teams! The match was full of actions and speed, from the first whistle to the very last second. The opponent took an early lead into the match when we were not fully settled down, and that proved to be the first crucial mark that sets both teams apart from then on. Both teams kept up the pressure on each other after the opening goal, but it was just too little too late for us, and having missed a few very good scoring opportunities, that gave the opponent a narrow victory.

Goal scorers: Liying (1), Karen (1)
Assists: Matilda (1)

(Wo)man of the match: Karen
Karen was almost everywhere in the court, from defense to attack, and her pressence was strongly felt in the middle court area. Her ability to stay composed and focused throughout the game not only has gotten the team a well-taken free-hit goal, but has also inspired the team to continue to fight on till the very last whistle.

Special mention: Zhixin, Jasmine
Jasmine - If not for her good reflexes and good vision, the margin of the score would have been greater.
Zhixin - Controlling the play well despite being heavily pressured by the opposition forwards.

29 April 2009, Wednesday
Group stage: NJC v MJC (Guys)
Result: 2-4 (2-2, 0-0, 0-2)

Another well-played match, but yet another loss for us. Both teams were quite evenly matched but the opposition team was sharper in their attacks. We need to improve on our shots conversion rate.

Goal scorers: Soon Kiang (1), Zi Hong (1)
Assists: Weijie (1)

Man of the match: Darius
He's probably the least shaky player in this match. He has shown good composure on the ball and in command, to be able to get his line organised and work efficiently.

Special mention: Rong Sheng, Weijie, Junlong, Zi Hong
Rong sheng - though the playing time is short, he has done his job well.
Weijie, Junlong, Zihong - tireless running in defense and attack for their respective lines, and being more effective in supporting role for our defenders.