Cougars Pub Crawl 2010
The 2010 Cougars Pub Crawl is here!
On Saturday, May 29th, we will begin at the Legion (Broadway/Alma) for pool, darts and shuffleboard at 4pm. It is recommended you arrive well before 4pm as penalties will be incurred any minute past 4pm.
There are many pubs and places along Broadway.
The actual itinerary will be released to all at the Legion along with the rules at each pub.
At this stage, we will finish at Lola’s around 9pm. But this is subject to change.
**** Finally you must wear your hair in a most unfashionable/crazy manner. If you do not have sufficient hair to do anything crazy with, then you must attend in a wig. ****
Round 5 – Results / Match Report
May 26, 2010 by Jorgo
Filed under Club News, Match Reports
Round 5 – Results / Match Report
Round 5 for the cougars was the second clash of the year against the West Coast Saints. The game started and remained very physical throughout, which resulted in a lower scoring game than the cougars’ first 4 rounds. Noddy helped the Cougars to a 2 goal lead at quarter time with his agility proving too much for the Saints defensemen as he managed to turn 2 Saints player inside-out before running in to drill a goal.
However, the Saints’ intensity matched the Cougars for the second and third quarter as the difference between the sides did not change from the 2 goals at the end of the first quarter. The Cougars’ veterans, Hoppy and Baz, were once again instrumental in the success of the team in the middle and up forward – Baz taking his standard 10 plus marks and Hop having a lazy 30 possessions. Newcomers to the team this year also made important contributions across the centre, with Nick and Simon both contributing important majors.
The Cougars afterburner in the 4th quarter, quite reminiscent of the Geelong Football club this year, was once again the difference between the teams. The fresh legs of the Cougars produced all the run in the first 10 minutes of the last quarter as they piled on multiple unanswered goals. While Danny Cravino’s set shot goal from 40 out and his distinctive celebratory “Go Cougars!” inspired the whole team, it was Ash Steier’s 2nd quarter goal from the half forward flank that defined the difference between the sides on the day.
Ash had a mark too far out to kick for goal, but rolling with the momentum and energy on the Cougars side he played-on to the boundary side of his opponent and drilled a low drop punt catching Saints backmen unawares and flat-footed. The ball bounced through the posts for the goal of the game.
Final scores:
VAFC – 13-6-84
WSAFC – 8-5-54
Goal scorers:
3 – Brendan Davis, Brian Kelly
2 – Craig Hopkins, Ashley Steier
1 – Nick Phibbs, Danny Cravino, Simon Berry
The early game saw the Eagles beat the Bayhawks:
Eagles – 13-11-89
Bayhawks – 7-10-52
Finally a reminder to purchase your BC Footy 10th Anniversary Ball Tickets. They can now be purchased from Brad or online via the league website: http://bcfooty.com/schedule/?event_id=19
Round 5 Location Change to Burnaby Lakes
Round 5:
The game this Sunday May 16th vs the Saints has been moved from UBC to Burnaby Lakes Rugby Club.
Game for the Cougars is at 3pm – Google Maps to Burnaby Lakes Rugby Club
Be there no later than 1:45pm.
Round 4 – Results / Match Report
May 10, 2010 by Jorgo
Filed under Club News, Games, Match Reports
Round 4 – Summary – Cougars: 16-11-107 def Bayhawks 10-5-65
A top of the table clash down at Langley saw the Cougars bring home the points versus the Bayhawks to remain on top of the BCAFL table. The game was an intense match from the outset with the Bayhawks kicking 3 of the first 4 goals to hold a several goal lead at 1/4 time.
Ash Steier was moved up to full forward which resulted in several goals for himself and other teammates. This allowed the Cougars to take a 6 point lead into the main break despite the Rock of Gibraltar like effort from Jared Hart in defense for the Bayhawks. Leon Grams played his first game of the year after battling with a groin injury, and was stellar off the half back during the quarter for the Cougars.
The third quarter saw the Cougars extend the lead, only to have the Bayhawks pile on 3 quick goals to level the scores. Arch appeared to shrug off his hangover for the 2nd half and began winning the ruck hitouts along with tackling everyone within his 10 foot wingspan. Matty Harrison snapped a beautiful goal late to put the Cougars back up by 6 points which was the margin at 3/4 time.
The Cougars went on the apply great pressure in the last quarter which resulted in several turnovers by the Bayhawks. Patty Macvey’s confidence just grows every week as he did his best by providing fantastic run off the half back flank for the Bayhawks. However everything that went into their forward line, was rebounded by the forever youthful Tony Cooper. Coach Jorgensen bobbed his head up to kick two cheap goals to give the Cougars a little breathing space. A Bayhawks player was then sent off for disciplinary reasons. This allowed the Cougars to make full use of the man advantage and kick the final few goals of the match. Of these goals, Captain Bozza just went bang to kick another long range goal from 50m, and Chris Harrison was accurate in his set shot after the siren for his first goal for the Cougars.
On another note, Cougars centre half back Graeme Davy returned from a groin injury, only to pull his hamstring and continue his unlucky run of injuries. First gamer’s Mac Fairbairn and Stephen Reny both showed their potential with a couple of a touches each and a near goal or two.
Next week’s round 5 clash at Burnaby Lakes vs the Saints will be the last game for former Cougars captain and two time best and fairest winner Baz Kelly before he continues on his adventures around the world. Hopefully the Cougars can give him a winning send off!
Cougars: 16-11-107 def Bayhawks 10-5-65
Goal scorers:
4 – Ash Steier
2 – Brad Jorgensen, Brian Kelly, Matt Harrison, Brendan Davis (Noddy)
1 – Lorin Thomson, Ben Cyphery, Cathal Brugha, Chris Harrison
Are you coming to the BC Footy 10th Anniversary Ball on June 12th? Get your tickets now from Brad Jorgensen (bjorgo@gmail.com) and RSVP to the Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=121006094590321
BC Footy 10th Anniversary Ball!
BC Footy is celebrating their 10th anniversary in style!
A formal ball will be taking place on Saturday, June 12th at the Fire Fighters Club Banquet Hall at Metrotown, Burnaby.
All current and past players are encouraged to attend this extravaganza, along with all supporters of the league.
Tickets are $60 each, and this includes a 3 course dinner, and after dinner entertainment.
Cocktail hour begins at 6pm and goes through to 7pm when dinner will be served.
This hopes to be the biggest event ever in BC Footy history, and will include a lot of entertainment and reminiscing of the past 10 years. So make sure you’re apart of it!
For tickets, please contact Brad Jorgensen (bjorgensen@VancouverCougars.com) to arrange the purchase. We hope to have the ability to purchase tickets online up shortly, so please check back soon.
BC Footy Paintball Showdown!
Want to shoot some Eagles or Bayhawks? What about a Saint? Good news is, you’ll get your chance.
The league is heading up to North Shore Paintball (http://www.nspaintball.ca/) at 12pm on Sunday, 9th of May. Yes this is Mother’s Day, so arrange to have brunch or dinner with your moms/mums so you can shoot up the other teams in what should be a great day.
It is $35 per person and that includes rentals plus 200 paintballs. For the guys wanting to stick around longer or are trigger happy, you can get 500 paintballs plus equipment for $57.50.
*** The place only accepts cash, so make sure you bring that along. ***
The event is an open event, so bring along any friends or family who may want to participate in some paintball action. More the merrier, just confirm attendance on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=113551565350815) or directly to Brad (bjorgo@gmail.com).
Map Location: http://www.nspaintball.ca/nspb_contact.html
Round 3 – Results / Summary
April 28, 2010 by Jorgo
Filed under Club News, Featured, Games, Match Reports
Round 3 – Summary – Cougars: 17-10-112 def Eagles 8-7-55
Round 3 was the traditional Australia and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) day clash between the founding clubs of BCAFL (Vancouver Cougars and Burnaby Eagles). The first game saw the Delta Bayhawks defeat the 2009 Premiers. This game was followed by the traditional ANZAC day service which was lead by the Cougars veteran James Warfe. A minute silence was held after playing of the last post for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country and for our way of life. This also happened to be Warfey’s last game in BCAFL as he and his fiancée Jacqui will be heading on a road trip around North America before heading back home to Melbourne. They will both be very much missed by the Cougars and we wish them both the best of luck for their adventures ahead.
After the short service, it was time for the much anticipated clash between the Cougars and the Eagles. Once again the Cougars started strongly with the centreline dominating and the forwards being as potent as ever. Captain Bozza Thomson managed the centre and kicked the goal of the quarter from long range. If we had a 50 m arc Bozza would have surely been outside it. A handy lead was taken into the first break but the second quarter saw the Eagles pull back the deficit slightly.
One of the highlights of the game was the Cougars second year Canadian Greg Tiffin slotting his first BCAFL goal. The ball was fired in quick to the full forward line after another clean tap from Arch to Krazy. Baz managed to get the ball to ground which was quickly whisked away by Greg and through for a goal. Other first career goal scorers on the day included Dave Marron, Neuman Mannas, Ben Cyphery and Stu Grills.
Once again it was accurate goal kicking that helped the Cougars to a healthy lead and there was no stopping them in the final quarter as they continued to extend that lead. Even Tony Cooper; who was named team of the century back pocket, managed to snag a goal. Great work boys!
Cougars: 17-10-112 def Eagles 8-7-55
Goal scorers:
4 – Brendan Davis
2 – Brad Jorgensen, Brian Kelly
1 – Lorin Thomson, Mike McCubbin, Neuman Mannas, Greg Tiffin, Dave Marron, Ben Cyphery, Tony Cooper, Stuart Grills, (and 1 unaccounted for?)
Around the grounds: Bayhawks 11-13-79 def Saints 6-7-43
Goal kicking table for the Cougars Doug Vargo Goalkicking Trophy:
| Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 | Total | ||
| Brendan Davis | Aus | 1 | 4 | 4 | 9 |
| Brad Jorgensen | Aus | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Ben Vadasz | Aus | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
| Craig Hopkins | Aus | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Brian Kelly | Aus | 2 | 2 | ||
| Cathal Brugha | CI | 2 | 2 | ||
| Mick Taylor | Aus | 2 | 2 | ||
| Lorin Thomson | Aus | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Danny Cravino | Aus | 1 | 1 | ||
| Darren Duff | CI | 1 | 1 | ||
| Mike McCubbin | CI | 1 | 1 | ||
| Neuman Mannas | CI | 1 | 1 | ||
| Hamilton Wessels | CI | 1 | 1 | ||
| Greg Tiffin | CI | 1 | 1 | ||
| Marcin Szylowski | CI | 1 | 1 | ||
| James Warfe | Aus | 1 | 1 | ||
| Dave Marron | CI | 1 | 1 | ||
| Ben Cyphery | CI | 1 | 1 | ||
| Tony Cooper | Aus | 1 | 1 | ||
| Stuart Grills | Aus | 1 | 1 |
** CI indicates Canadian / International player
Round 2 – Results / Summary
April 22, 2010 by Jorgo
Filed under Club News, Match Reports
Round 2 – Summary
The Cougars second round clash against the young Delta Bayhawks was a top of the table clash that would see only one team continue the unbeaten run for the 2010 season. The game started extremely well for the Cougars with one of the fastest BCAFL goals of all time – Baz taps to Matty Harrison, who kicks forward to find Brendan ‘Noddy’ Davis 30 metres out directly in front. Noddy went on to convert the set shot which would be his first of 4 goals for the day. This centreline domination continued for the majority of the first quarter with all Cougars midfielders racking up the stats.
The Delta team managed to restrict the Cougars through the middle in the 2nd and 3rd quarters as they used their young legs to produce many opportunities. Delta just lacked the ability to convert their many opportunities partly due to desperate defence by the likes of Ash Steier and Brenton Short. The ability to score goals was not lacking for the Cougars as they racked up the majors. In the end the score line didn’t reflect the closeness of the encounter, but it was clear that the Delta team has a lot of potential to improve.
Other multiple goal scorers included: Cathal Brugha – 2, Ben Vadasz – 2 and Michael Taylor – 2.
Cougars: 16-11-107
Bayhawks: 5-8-38
The first game of the day saw the saints beat the Eagles in a tighter game.
Saints: 7-11-53
Eagles: 5-8-38
Round 1 – Results / Summary
Round 1 – Summary
The opening round for the season saw the Vancouver Cougars take on the West Coast Saints in the first game which was shortly followed by the Burnaby Eagles and the Delta Bayhawks. It was a clear but blustery day out at Langley for the first games of the season which made it hard for the early-season unpolished skills to get into groove.
Lorin ‘Bozza’ Thomson, the newly appointed captain for 2010, won the toss and took the wind for the first quarter which the Cougars could only capitalise with a one goal advantage after 20 minutes of play. The first half went in favour of the defensive lines as the conditions made it hard for mid-fielders from both teams to hit their targets. After 40 minutes of play only a couple points separated the sides.
The Cougars were, however, able to take advantage of the tail-wind in the third quarter with goals to Danny ‘goal sneak’ Cravino, Brad Jorgensen, Brendan Davis and Craig Hopkins. This premiership quarter effort ended up being enough of a buffer to hold off the Saints in the last thanks to determined defence from the whole team.
The highlight of the day though, came when coach Brad Jorgensen took an absolute hanger on Peter “The Stepladder” Campion’s shoulders midway through the third quarter. The mark was reenacted multiple times at the pub throughout the evening, with Scott Sheen claiming it was the best mark he’d seen in BC Footy throughout his 5 year service.
Other goal scorers for the Cougars included: Ben Vadasz and Darren Duff.
Cougars: 6-6-42
Saints: 4-7-31
Goals: Cravino, Vadasz, Jorgensen, Duff, Hopkins, Davis
In the second game the Bayhawks were too strong for the Eagles in another closely contested match.
Bayhawks: 5-10-40
Eagles: 4-8-32
Jersey Presentation / Team dinner event
After training on Wednesday 7th of April, all team members are required to attend Mahonys at UBC for a jersey presentation / announcement of the starting 18 / team dinner.
We will have food and some drinks, and players will get to select their preferred jersey number for the season.
If you cannot attend training, then we still ask that you come to Mahonys for the event.
After Mahonys, we will head to the PIT pub (uni bar) for their legendary Wednesday nights for additional drinks and fun. Attendance for this part isn’t mandatory, but it would be great to get a solid group of us there.
Remember, training starts at 6pm, so we hope to be at Mahonys around 8:15pm. Then the PIT at 10:15pm.
