The picture I had in mind for the game was how "Valiant" the team would be. That would have been an apt title for the post. But it wasnt suppose to be.

What was suppose to be a good end to the week ended in a farce. What was suppose to be a good start to the week, was beginning to feel a waste of time. What was build over the years, gone in 60 minutes.

24 hours before, I sat pretty as Mr Dino extolled the great characteristics of the team. Like a proud father, I listened, grinning with a smug on my face. 24 hours later, I stood stunned, smacked across the face by my own kind. Not so great after all.

Special Mention For the first 20 minutes, the team gelled perfectly. Zamri and Khai were pulling the strings. Khai was spraying the ball left and right. Jeff made incisive runs cutting in and Bul provided the support. It was all I had wanted. Perfect movement on and off the ball. It was good that other players had the opportunity to break forward. Build confidence and understanding. For that 20 minutes, spirit was high. Everyone was pushing one another and giving words of encouragement.

Zamri and Shahril got on with their game although they were constantly hacked. They went on without retaliation and continue to provide opportunities for the team.

Defenders worked well to clear their lines. They helped one another. There were a couple of lapsed moment but they manage to recover. Kudos for the clean sheet.

We controlled the game however we were unable to capitalise. We were passing better and quicker. Can be quicker still. We would do better if we had switch flanks especially when it became kampung football on one flank.

I agree with what Zj did although it should be done with better timing.

Man of the Match To echo an exclamation of a supporter, Zamri had an impressive game. He put up yet another commanding performance. A lot of the ball went through him. Although at times he may lose the ball, he doesnt brood over it. He recovers quickly to retrieve it. He readily covers for a brother when he sees him steamed out. He doesnt mind the extra yard he had to run. He doesnt screamed over it.

However, after the dismal display, disgraceful discipline and unappreciativeness of those who had playing time, I had awarded the MOM to Wan. He had been very patient biding for his time to play, week in week out. He knows he is not up to par with the others but he had quietly hoped that his brothers would provide him with some room to play.

Training Tees Mr Dino had provided us with the tees. We will wear the tees during warm-up. I discovered that we had 70 pieces. Hence, each player can take 3 pieces each.

Supporters We had a good crowd today. Thank you to all that turn up to support the team. Special mention to Dino Maritime officials who came decked in Al-Caliph support tees. We, the team, apologise for the dismal showing and inexcusable discipline.

We would like to thank Mr Dino and officials for the brunch. I think that Mr Usop's idea of a Sunday get together kick about will be good for the team to get to know the management - when we really do have the time that is. :)

Administrative Issues Khai $20 for two vulgar exclamation to Zj and the defenders. Cina $10 for vulgarity. Yan $10 for inexcusable behaviour. Doc $5 for exclaming that I had committed suicide by putting him in midfield. I had so much more faith in him than he had on himself. Failed even before trying.

Band of Brothers For 2 hours a week, you are nobody's father, nobody' son, nobody's husband and nobody's boyfriend. The only people you've got are those on the field. For that 2 hours, they are the only family you know and they are the only one you can count on. If all else fails, they are the only people you've got.

Camaraderie Session Keep yourself fit for the next 2 weeks. Take care of yourself and maybe we can arrange a fico or street soccer one of these days for a chill session.