The APP Primary Boys and Girls Football teams traveled to Blacktown International Sports Park on Tuesday 20 November to play in the Finals Day of the Western Sydney Wanderers Cup.
After finishing first in the Regional Day, our girls team played in the rounds of the Finals Day and had 2 wins and a draw, securing first place in their pool. They then played the cross-over quarter final and won 2-0. The Semi Final was played with enthusiasm and skill, although the girls started to tire in the heat of the day, going down 2-0 to place equal 3rd in the tournament. As a team the girls have improved steadily throughout the past few years and their teamwork is to be commended. Leading goal scorer Isabella Sultan was tough for the opposition to stop on the day, scoring in all games except the semi finals. A fantastic effort by all the girls!
The boys team had a dominant run in the rounds, finishing first in their pool. The quarter finals was a closer match with the boys coming away with a 2-1 victory. In the heat of the day they played the semi finals on the synthetic pitch, winning 3-2, securing a place in the Grand Finals against King Park Public School. In a game showcasing excellent skill and teamwork from both teams, our boys were down 2-0 at half time. With steely determination, the boys fought back to close the gap at 2-1 and had the opposition worried. Unfortunately the 10 minute half wasn't enough time to allow us to take the win and our boys came away with the SILVER medal. Congratulations boys on a superb effort, we are very proud of you!
It was a privilege to watch our teams play on the pitch in the Finals Day. Both teams have trained hard under the guidance of our Football Director Sonny Makko and their efforts were rewarded with excellent results. Other staff and schools complimented both teams on their skill and sportsmanship, which is a credit to every player. Well done to all!
Mrs Sharon Evans
TAP Coordinator