Tigers Father & Son Weekend
The weekend was a great success with some great games of football enjoyed by all. Firstly a big thank you to Paul Lucas who organised the event from everyone who attended.
After the bus left exactly on 10.00am on Saturday a relaxing trip seemed to take no time at all and all of a sudden we had arrived at our accommodation. Once checked in it was straight to the MCG for the Richmond v Essendon clash with the Bombers prevailing by 20 odd points after the Tigers controlled the game for 3 qtrs. To everyones surprise we all made it back to the bus in relatively good time with Milton the only person to get lost and delay the bus departure time. Evaluation sheets completed by all gave Luco an average of 8 out of 10 for organising this part of the trip. Once back to the hotel it was lights out for all as a big day followed.
As the sun rose behind the dark clouds on Sunday morning the usual breakfast pilgrimage was made across the road for pancakes or bacon & eggs. From there it was free time with the majority of fathers & sons making their way to the Ten Pin Bowling ally to watch Anthony Lyons craft his skill with some impressive bowling. Luco was proud of his double strike, Gav McMahon made the pins shudder whenever he took to the lane clocking over 35 km on the speedo, but most importantly the kids had a bundled of fun with smiles for ear to ear. Some of the father and son duo's went to the Motorshow to view the impressive chassis's on display for viewing.
From there off to the MCG again to watch Collingwood & Nth Melbourne, which was a wet, cold and disappointing game, Collingwood winning by a big margin. Needless to say the evaluation sheets were not flattering of Luco's efforts here, with an average of 2 out of 10, some indicating they would have given him a 6 out of 10 if it had of been any other side other than Collingwood. Patrick Byrne lifted the tempo here, and had able wingman in Luco and John Keough to assist him.
Straight out of the G and to Etihad for the best game of the weekend to watch Carlton v Western Bulldogs. The Hubbard and Lodge families were decked out in the Carlton gear but their support didn't help with the Bulldogs just getting across the line in a game of two halves. With Patrick Byrne still leading from the front it was game on in the outer and after the game there was a vast array of events to cater for everyones needs ranging from Movies, in Hotel room picnics, waterview meals, Chinatown feeds to name a few. Majority of evalution forms were not submitted after this game which leads to one conclusion that everyone really enjoyed this game.
Once again after the usual breakfast we were all back on the bus and heading for home with only Paul McGowan and Finn Hubbard having a bad case of travel sickness on the way home.
Once again big thanks to Luco and Milt for the weekend we all look forward to next year.
Watch this space for some pictures of the weekend.
Junior Team Sponsors
The Junior Committe would like the thank all our team sponsors for their invaluable support for the 2011 season.
We encourage all club members to support these sponsors whenever possible
Junior Teams in Finals
The Senior & Juniors committees would like to congratulate all Junior sides for making the Finals in 2011. To all parents who assisted throughout the year with any grade thank you very much as without your involvement the club would not function.
Once again to all boys involved in the finals, all we can ask is that you give your best in every game and most importantly get out there and enjoy playing football with your mates and for the mighty Wagga Tigers.
Carn the Tigers
Juniors Presentation Evening
Will be on the week after the grandfinal this season, so claim the date 10th Sept @ 4.30pm, at the Robert Hughes Clubrooms
General Housekeeping
Can each player make sure they get $5 to there team manager for a end of season present
Team Photos
For those who have paid for team photos they will be ready for collection on Preso Day
Thankyou
The Senior & Junior Commitee take this opportunity to thank all parents and members who assisted the club with various duties at the recent GWS Gala Day
Wagga Tigers Juniors successful at the League Awards Night
- Auskick co ordinator of the year - Gavin Hubbard (Tigers)
- 12s B&F winner Jake Gaynor (Tigers) - 26 votes
- 13s R/U B&F winner Connor Byrne (Tigers) - 26 votes (first Luke Redfern, Swans 27 votes)
- Joint 15s R/U B&F winners Sam Armstrong (Tigers) with Michael Mattingly, (Turvey Pk) both with 19 votes. B&F Winner on 21 votes Connor Galvin (Eastlakes).
U/12 and U/13 Wagga Tigers AFC sides win Grand Finals
All players, members and committess on the Junior and Senior club would like to congratulate both the U/12 and U/13 sides on their Grand Final victories.
Other highlights of the day included: -
- The Wagga Tigers also picked up the Club Championship Award;
- Ash Bennet was awarded the best player on ground in the U/12's
- Connor Byrne was awarded the best player on ground in the U/13's; and
- Patrick Byrne was awarded the best at clubrooms that evening
To all the boys who played juniors with the Wagga Tigers this year we hope you enjoyed your football this season and hope you all continue to grow and develop your skills and passion for the game.
We look forward to seeing the improvements in each player in 2012, and wish all players progressing to the Senior Club the very best.
