Victory Soccer Team Plays Hira School Team

The conditions were perfect on Friday for playing soccer. The Victory School Soccer Team travelled to Hira School to play their first away game. The players enjoyed the journey out to Hira School as the sea, mountains and inlet looked beautiful in the bright winter sun. The herd of cows also made a big impression. The nerves and excitement, turned into smiles as we caught a sight of a huge sign welcoming us to their school. The little country school provided a warm and friendly welcome.

Players on both sides cautiously eyed each other as they warmed up. The teachers enjoyed the opportunity to catch up. The crowd swelled as the whole school came out to watch the game. The sub bench filled up and the seven players found their positions.

The first half was a frantic affair with Victory taking the initiative. Both teams held their structure well and had lots of shots on goal. A very pleasing aspect of the half was Victory's passing and patience in an attacking position. Hira made some good breaks and communicated well.

Here is Biak Tha closely supported by Bawi Cung just moments before she slots the ball in the back of the net.

As the second half started it was obvious that Hira had gone up a gear. There attack converged upon Victory's goal numerous times and were very unlucky not to score. Victory constructed two nice goals in the second half to win the game 7-0. More importantly both teams played competitive soccer with a real respect for fair play. It is great to watch a game in which the referees are hardly needed.

Hira hot on attack.

The Victory Team really enjoyed the experience of travelling to Hira School to play soccer. Many of the players talked positively about the other team and the whole experience on the way back to school. I know that Victory would like to host their new friends in the future and look forward to seeing them at the six-a-side competition.