SPARTANS LOSE CLOSE MATCH

FINDING THE TWINE SEEMS TO BE A HARD JOB!

Sam Jockeys for Position!

After last week's disaster, many of the Spartans were looking to secure Third place in the league against cross town rivals Gold.

Things began poorly for the Spartains, half way into the first half.

Baron deflected a shot, which was poorly cleared, to an awaiting opponent. While the first shot was saved, Baron couldn't cradle the ball, and the open player took the rebound into the net.

This seemed to ignite the Spartans, who roared back, tying the game close to the half time whistle.

It was Trevor, of all people, whose amazingly powerful kick hit two posts and went in.

"I like the sound of that," laughed Trevor, who now joins the roster for the Golden Pear.

Not to be outdone, during the opening of the second half, Anders continued his streak and netted a sweet goal.

"I want to thank all those that support me in my bid for Golden Pear dominance," shouted out the mid-fielder in apparent retort to post game words from Dave last week.

Baron seemed to be on top of his game, stymieing shot after shot from the Gold strikers.

"I've seen Baron in this mode before," commented a fan,"in the FAW just before a clean sheet. He's definitely in the zone."

Unfortunately things did not turn out well for the Spartans.

After a great defensive play between Baron and Tyler, the Spartans decided to give the game to their opponents.

A bad clearing attempt in front of goal found a Gold striker, who quickly pocketed it past the bewildered Baron.

"I never expected that," he stated.

The game tied, the final minutes saw the game lost. A quick kick from an unmarked striker found its way through past Baron, who didn't even see it until too late.

"It's a true shame to lose these types of affairs," related Captain J," but it goes to prove that we can't let our lapses show at critical moments. Chalk this one up to experience."

STATS:
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GOALS:
Trevor (1)
Anders (1)

NET:
Baron : 2-1-2 (3)

IN OTHER NEWS:
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Dave Suspended
Super Dave was given the night off by management after uttering "discouraging" words in a post game interview last week.
"I was a little drunk last week, and the Taco Bell was getting to me. I have the utmost confidence in my team mate, and wish him well as he loses the Golden Pear."

Spartan Subbing to Blame?
"Except for the first game of the year, Spartan subbing has been exceptionally bad." stated TSN's Gerry Dobson."They need to run at peak, and sub at a reasonable time. They almost gave away a goal during a really bad sub. On other times they stay too long and drag their heels like pregnant yaks."

Where are the Oranges?
Baron, known for his sharing of Oranges during the outdoor season, is facing ridicule off and on the field for the lack of citrus sharing.
"There's no food on the indoor pitch," explained Baron,"which is unfortunate since since I do like the taste of the fruit at half time."

HAPLESS SPARTANS LOSE

COMPLETE REVERSAL FROM LAST WEEK

F U Spartans...what rubbish!

From the top of elation, to the crush of stupendous defeat.

This is the only way one can describe the total let down of our local heroes, after last week's thrilling game against top ranked Rust.

What should have been a cake walk, ended in a rout that many sports pundits agree illustrates the total break down that is the Spartan trade mark.

"Red is in last place," said Captain J," so let's go out, get'em good."

Things started well. Within a few seconds of the opening whistle, it was Anders who scored from a Captain J rebound.

Then the agony.

Red harassed goalkeeper Peter, and the defense was no where to be seen. By half time it was 3 - 1.

"I really expected a come back," commented long time Spartan Fan Owen,"But it just got worse."

Indeed. There were few good attempts on net, and those that were made ended out of bounds.

Things were not well off field either.

"This will never happen again," shouted Baron."I mean, being off for half the game because no one can figure out that we need to sub? Grown men know, well should, know better than that. No wonder they beat us. We had six guys on the pitch that were tired as hell while they maintained rest."

"Things were truly terrible on field and off field," relented Captain J," and each man needs to answer for their lack of discipline and resolve. If not, they should keep their mouths shut...as I'm not listening to any gripes."

STATS:
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GOALS:
Anders (1)

NET:
Peter : 0-0-2 (5)

IN OTHER NEWS
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Tyler Suspended?
Clubhouse officials were mum on rumours that Tyler was suspended from the game due to a late arrival at practice. Sources close to the Spartans said that he has been partying hard, and not keeping up with responsibilities with the team.

Anders and the Golden Pear?
Sportscasters are astonished at the late break out of former Bayern star Anders. With Captain J and Dave wearing silenced boots, Anders has been on a streak of sorts.
"I told people that I was THE contender for the Golden Pear, and there was laughter. Well, laugh at this guys!"

SPARTANS TIE FIRST GAME OF 2012

MATCH OF THE YEAR MARKS GREATEST EFFORT BY TEAM

Baron Comes up BIG for the New Year

"I'm very pleased with the game," said a well tanned and recovering alcoholic Captain J." Although we tied the game, each of us played with heart, and we played as a team."

Pundits will agree that the Spartans played one of their greatest games as a team last night as the local heroes meekly drew their opponents in an exciting game.

"Although no one scored on either net, there were lots of opportunities," offered long time sports commentator Gerry Dobson.
"That's right Gerry," agreed fellow announcer Craig Forrest," the Spartans had lots of chances, and helped ex-Borussia Dortmund star The Baron to his first clean sheet."

"Everyone is a player of the match," laughed Baron in an after match party." The boys were covering their men, covering the angles. A goalie is only as good as his defenders, and in this case, we were in sync."

Scoring opportunities came from all angles.

Kyle, back from a long hiatus, had three lovely shots, one of which was just caught by the opposing goaltender.

It was also a day of role reversals, where forward Abe stepped back and became a crux of the defensive team headed by Tyler.

The only rought spot of the game saw fists flying on field when Baron blocked and smothered the last shot on net, only to be the recipient of a pile up. With 30 seconds left in the game, the Ref called the match and chastised the participants of the almost brawl.

"You definitely can't win games if you don't score," related Captain J," but you can't lose if you don't let them in either."

QUICK STATS
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Net:
Baron - 0 goals

IN OTHER NEWS
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Welcome back Mark!
The Spartan mid-fielder was up to his usual foot hi-jinks on field on his return game.
"I sat at home, thinking about new foot moves. That's all I did. That and eat, and do other things."

Is Tyler up for Defender of the Year?
Soccer Illustrated has said that the young defender has "many years of productive service" ahead of himself.
"Tyler showed what a smart defender can do for his team and goalie. If you notice, he was constantly looking, getting into the attacker's face without fear, but more importantly, with heart and experience. We feel he's getting into the best part of his career."

Trevor is up to the Task
Back up goaltender Trevor is enjoying his new found freedom on field, including his nifty shot that almost netted him a goal.
"I love tending net, but the thrill of the wind against me and the exhilaration of the fans cheering me on is enough to leave my net minding to the historians."