6/21 Game and some housekeeping

Well, that one hurt a little...being up 2 - 0 and then losing 3 - 2 sucks. I think the take home from this one is we need to get better (as usual) at possession in the mid-field. I am calling myself out on this one and I hope I can answer the call. I think our midfield is getting sucked up into the offense too much and we need to do a better job of playing positions. Overall the play was solid, we just didn't step to the ball as well as we have recently. There were some great runs made by our wings, the ladies did a good job. Ellen and John got the goals and they were both pretty - nice job guys. We had a few other chances and just missed.

The jersey lady (Lisa) showed up at the end of the game (for the folks that weren't there). I need you all to update your Team Cowboy profile with your size (click update profile in the upper right under the donate image). A few notes for those of you who weren't there, sizes seem big - Greg was thinking a large, Ellen was a small, Debra was a medium. No numbers for us so that is optional. Remember that in the winter we'll need to wear undershirts, unless you are crazy, so factor that in. I am hoping to get the order together early next week.

Subs - just to be clear, there will be an email sent out when we need you folks. Until you get the email, please don't reply to the attendance (unless you can't make the game - but even then that isn't necessary). I want to be sure the folks that pay get enough playing time. Also, we are only getting jerseys for the full time folks but I am getting a few extras for when subs play.

Finally, no game next week. There is a Sounders Sunday home game (and a few of us are running the 1/2 marathon on Sat). Next game is July 5th so if you are out of town please respond to the attendance as soon as you can (nice job Ellen!).

See you on the pitch (or at the pub)

Last Game of the Spring, First game of the Summer

6/16 - A quick recap of the game this past weekend, good win. We did well to get those goals in. The corner kick from John off the crossbar to Liam's thigh was great. The PK just before the final whistle was tough for them, but I am sure that ball was heading to me and then the back of the net without that handball.

Overall a solid game, much thanks to Lowell and Mike for their superior keeping. The defense also held their own back there after the midfield left them hanging several times. The ladies on the wings and up top were solid, making some great runs and crosses.

We close out the season with a 4 - 2- 4 record. We start the new season facing a team that dropped from D1. We have played them in the past and never really fared all that well. That means we need to bring the A game and be ready for a battle.

Please be sure to wear white as our color until further notice. I am hoping the woman I am working with to get jerseys will be there with some sample sizes, styles, and colors. If you can get there by no later than 11 that would be great (earlier would be great as well). This will give us a chance to see the jerseys, feel them, and validate the sizes.

Bryan is on the hook for Oranges as a disciplinary action for missing last week's game on such short notice (actually he volunteered with a little poking). Pints will be at Naked City afterwards hopefully with a final decision on jerseys.

Be sure to update your status on Team Cowboy!

See you on the pitch

Final Game of Spring 09

This weekend is the final game of the spring 2009 season. We end playing the Dreaded-I Formation. They are last in the division and let's keep it that way. In the last meeting with them we ground out a 2 -1 win. Right now we are in 4th in the division with a 3 - 2 - 4 record (listed the proper way W - D - L unlike how Co-Rec does it). Let's get that last win to balance out the record and end the season on a winning note.

I was notified today the goalie Mike seems to be dealing with some "issues" that will keep him from tomorrow's game. We'll need folks to step up, Mike G is generally good for a half but we'll need some others to help out. Hopefully Bryan is back from his trip to the Olympic Pennisula so the guys will have a sub (not that he'll help in goal), looks like the Ladies are going to have a strong showing. I think Sarah may have confused the meaning of Yes and No, since being on Vacation usually means you aren't going to play but we'll see for sure on Sunday.

This is a late eastside game but a pint will be had at the Naked City. Still not sure on the responsible party for Oranges but I'll clear it up today or bring them myself.

Sounders game tonight...GO SOUNDERS

See you on the pitch

Oranges for 6/14?

Did someone volunteer for Oranges for this weekends game?

Summer Season Schedule

Summer Season schedule is posted at the Team Cowboy site. It starts right after the spring is complete so there is a game on 6/21. We play a lot next season at Magnuson Park (4 games), we have 2 grass field games, and only one East Side game. Lost of 11 or 11:15 am games. There are a few new teams in the division, a few from D1 and one I have never heard of before. We have one bye on 6/28 which is a home Sounders game, the bad side of that is we play on 7/5. Check out the schedule, Team Cowboy lets you export it in a format that you can add to Outlook or Google.

As for the sponsorship, I was there on Tuesday and spoke with Rachaal the manager. She requested we go with a darker color (instead of white or silver). We negotiated Red, so that takes care of the color. Once I got that dealt with, it basically comes down to getting some samples of the jerseys. I am going to try to meet with the lady I am working with and have Naked City weigh in (since they are getting some for their folks). Looks like our best options with her are the High 5 jerseys. I will keep you all posted on what happens. Hopefully we can get these halfway through the season.

Jersey Survey and Team Cowboy

I need all full time and sub team members to respond to the Team Cowboy email and activate your account.  This is required to get the schedule, game reminders, set attendance and get team emails.  If you did not get an email let me know and I will resend one to you.

Once you get your account please log in and fill out the jersey survey.  Check out Jersey samples here and here.  Not sure if we'll have other options but this seems to be what we have to work from.  

6/7 Recap

That was a tough one today. We had a few opertunities but were definately on the defense most of the game. They were pretty physical and the ref didn't do much to curb that. Mike K was SOLID in goal and wins the MVP of the game for his 20 something saves (or so it seemed that way).

The lone goal was scored by Karl, off the left foot none the less. Liam and Ellen had a bunch of opportunity up top but couldn't get them past the old man goalie (he is quite wily). Kate, Sarah, Mara-Lisa, and Jenny did a great jobs on the wings. Larisa and Debra stopped or slowed down most of the runs down the sides. Will, Lowell and Mike L were all over the midfield and Mike G wan a anchor in the back.

We still need to figure out how to do a better job transitioning from the midfield to the offense. We seem to somehow get lost in that transition if it isn't long balls. The grass today didn't help as it was a slower game and they seemed to have a step on us. We did win the post game pint-a-thon, remaining undefeated in that event.

Next weekend is a late game (7 pm)on the Eastside at Marymoor , this is the last game of the Spring Season. I'll try to post next seasons schedule before that game. Please remember to activate your Team Cowboy account, if you didn't get an invite let me know.

Let's get Naked

First things first, looks like we have a sponsor - Naked City Tap House. I am going to try to get a few more things ironed out in the next couple days. At a minimum, it looks like we'll get jerseys. They offered happy hour discount after games, but Sundays is all day happy hour so we'll see if we can work something more there. The plan is for them to try to reduce the fee for the fall or winter (maybe both) but nothing is set in stone. I figure getting jerseys is a good start!!

As for the game this weekend let's pick up a win. It has been a while and we need to break ranks with the Sounders, unless of course they win tonight. Looks like we have a few maybes for guys this week...priorities boys. I have not found subs since it looks like they can both make it, plus we'll have enough ladies so at least we won't be short on the field.

I am expecting big things this weekend from our offense, we need goals people. The defense has been solid, midfield...(yeah that is me)...we need to pick it up and get back on defense or up on offense. Hopefully we'll have a sub so folks can get s few breaks. Mike K is up on the Orange detail this week, I'll be looking for volunteers for next weeks game

In other news, Summer packet pickup is Thursday. I'll do my best to post the new schedule before the Sunday game. With us moving to a new team name (although not for summer) we'll probably be moving to Team Cowboy for our schedule/attendance. More to come on all that soon

See you on the pitch.

5/31 Game recap

6/2 - Wow, what a game...where to begin...?

Let's start with that was a pretty good tie...it's always good to get a point against those guys. The amazing goal was setup by Sarah taking the foul. Bryan took the free kick and Will was in the right place to put it in the net, past what I consider the best goalie in our division. After going into the half down 1 to 0 (at least the way I remember it) the orange slices regenerated the team and we had a great 2nd half. We had some great chances and didn't give them too many. Overall great job on defense. The front line did a great job getting free (especially on the wings). MVP goes to Will for the goal, Gordie Howe award goes to Greg (who got a red).

Post game events we had at Naked City. It was a strong showing with at least 8 team members and some of their significant others. There is really nothing new to report on the sponsorship front but I have sent a followup email and am waiting for a response.

Next week is against George, we have played them in the past. The game is at 2:45 at Mountlake Terrace - on a grass field. Should be fun!!

Mike K is on the hook for the orange slices

See you on the pitch