Thunder NEWS

PRESENTATION NIGHT

The first combined Senior's Presentation Night was held on Friday 3 October - for all the award details go to the Presentation Awards page or click here, for a photo gallery from the night go to the Photo Gallery page or click here

Finals Update

Unfortunately, Youth Grade have been eliminated from the finals series, going down in an exciting match aginst Kemblawarra, it was 1 - 1 at half time, 3 - 3 at full time and 4 - 4 after extra time, eventually they went down 2 - 4 on penalties.

The draw for the Semi-Finals has been issued and Thunder Youth Grade will play their semi-final against Kemblawarra at JJ Kelly Park, Coniston on Wednesday 17 September, Kick-off 6:00 PM.

Finals

The draw for the finals has been re-issued and Thunder Youth Grade will play their quarter-final against Helensburgh Thistle at Memorial Park, Corrimal on Saturday 13 September, Kick-off 10:00 AM.

Goals Ladder

Who was the club's leading goal scorer in 2008, how many individual goal scorers did the club have - check it all out in the Goal Scorer's Ladder

Round 22 Results

For the final round of the competition the Thunder were away to Wollongong Olympic and unfortunately the results were not good, despite Youth Grade winning. Both First and Reserve Gardes lost and the loss for the First's means that they miss the Semi-Finals by a point. The good news is that Youth Grade finished the competiton in second place and are into the Semi-Finals.

Youth Grade Won 6 - 0
Reserve Grade Lost 1 - 2
First Grade Lost 1 - 4

Round 21 Results

The Thunder were at home to Balgownie and the results were again mostly shared, with Reserve and Youth Grades drawing and First Grade losing - full results below.

Youth Grade Drew 2 - 2
Reserve Grade Drew 1 - 1
First Grade Lost 0 - 1

Round 20 Results

The Thunder away to Ruse and the results were mostly shared, with First and Youth Grades drawing and Reserve Grade losing - full results below.

Youth Grade Drew 1 - 1
Reserve Grade Lost 2 - 4
First Grade Drew 2 - 2

Round 19 Results

The Thunder were at home to Shellharbour City and the club scored the trifecta with First Reserve and Youth grades all winners - full results below.

Youth Grade Won 3 - 0
Reserve Grade Won 2 - 0
First Grade Won 2 - 1

Mat Cirsin slots home Reserve Grade's first goal - for more of the action from round 19 click here

Round 18 Results

The Thunder were away to Kemblawarra and results were much better, First and Reserve grade won, while Youth Grade drew - full results below.

Youth Grade Drew 2 - 2
Reserve Grade Won 2 - 0
First Grade Won 1 - 0

Round 17 Results

The Thunder were away to competition leaders Berkeley and results were unfortunately as expected, First and Reserve grade lost, but Youth Grade returned to the winners list - full results below.

Youth Grade Won 6 - 1
Reserve Grade Lost 0 - 2
First Grade Lost 0 - 4

Round 16 Results

The Thunder were at home to Wests Illawarra and it was another good day, wins to First and Reserve Grades. In particular Reserve Grade having finally found out how to win doesn't want to stop, this time beating second placed Wests - full results below.

Youth Grade Lost 0 - 4
Reserve Grade Won 3 - 1
First Grade Won 2 - 0

For match report and First Grade photos click here

Round 15 Results

The Thunder were at home to Kiama and it was a day for records. It was the Reserve Grade who set the records, their 6 - 0 win is the club's largest win. First Grade tried to match this results but could only come up with a 5 - 1 win, also a record for them. Only Youth Grade missed out going down 1 - 2.

Youth Grade Lost 1 - 2
Reserve Grade Won 6 - 0
First Grade Won 5 - 1

For photos from the round 15 matches go to the Round 15 page

Round 14 Results

Quite a change from last week with the Thunder clean sweeping all grades, including a first up win for the reserve grade. Details below.

Youth Grade Won 2 - 1
Reserve Grade Won 1 - 0
First Grade Won 2 - 0

Round 13 Results

Thirteen is obviously not a lucky number for the Thunder as all three grades lost at home to Helensburgh.

Youth Grade Lost 1 - 4
Reserve Grade Lost 2 - 4
First Grade Lost 2 - 4

Round 12 Results

Round 12 away at Bellambi and a day of mixed results. Youth Grade was unable to maintain its winning form going down 1 - 3, Reserve Grade picked up their second point for the season with a well deserved 1 - 1 draw and the Firsts wrapped up an eventful match 2 - 1, with a Bellambi equaliser coming with 15 seconds left of regular time and the winner coming a minute later.

Youth Grade Lost 1 - 3
Reserve Grade Dew 1 - 1
First Grade Won 2 - 1

Despite the appearance that all the Thunder players have lost the ball, its on its way into the back of the net for our first goal against Bellambi. For more picture from the matches click here.

Round 11 Results

Round 11 at home to Highlands and a fairly successful day. Youth Grade came back from two goals down at half time to win 3 - 2, Reserve Grade held the opposition to 1 - 2 at half time but feel way in the second half and the Firsts wrapped up the day with a 4 - 1 win.

Youth Grade Won 3 - 2
Reserve Grade Lost 1 - 7
First Grade Won 4 - 1

Youth Grade's winning goal is about to come up for more pictures from Round 11 click here

Bert Bampton Cup

The Thunder's Under 23 team had a great first up win 7 - 0 over Corrimal Rangers in the opening round of the Bert Bampton Cup. Goal scorers were Ben French (2), Daniel Arthur, Nathan Orvad, Brad Matiuscento and Andrew Bradshaw (2).

Round 10 Results

Round 10 away to the powerful Woonona club and it shows in the results.

Youth Grade Lost 0 - 8
Reserve Grade 0 - 3
First Grade Lost 0 - 3

Round 9 Results

Round 9 at home against University and mixed results, First Grade lost, but Reserve Grade picked up their first points of the season and Youth Grade have continued on their winning way.

Youth Grade Won 2 - 1
Reserve Grade Drew 0 - 0
First Grade Lost 0 - 2

Round 7 Results

Round 7 at home against Wollongong Olympic and both First and Youth Grades have continued on their winning ways.

Youth Grade Won 2 - 1
Reserve Grade Lost 1 - 2
First Grade Won 2 - 1

Youth Grade's first goal goes into the back of the net.
This round we focus on the Youth Grade who with their fifth win now lead the Illawarra Credit Union District League click here to see more their match and the rest of today's matches.

Sponsorship deal for Youth Grade

The club has announced today that Community Sector Banking has signed on as sponsors for Thirroul Thunder Youth Grade. The new playing shirts are displayed by members of the Youth Grade team.

Round 6 Results

Round 6 away to Balgownie not our best results, but Youth Grade continue on their winning way.

Youth Grade Won 2 - 1
Reserve Grade Lost 1 - 4
First Grade Lost 0 - 3

Round 5 - First Grade Win at Home

Round 5 against Ruse, Thunder First Grade win at home, Reserve Grade score their first goals of the season and Youth Grade make it three wins from their last three games.

Youth Grade Won 2 - 0
Reserve Grade Lost 3 - 2
First Grade Won 3 - 2

Reserve Grade's first goal is sent on its way.

For more action from Round 5 click here

Round 4 - Thunder First Grade Win

Round 4 against Shellharbour City, Thunder First Grade broke through for its first win, while the Youth Grade continued on their winning ways. Full results were;

Youth Grade Won 4 - 2
Reserve Grade Lost 0 - 1
First Grade Won 3 - 1

Somewhere is this shot the ball is on its way to Thunder's third goal

For more pictures of today's action click here

The 'Bowlo', our major sponsor, was packed after the first grade Thunder team scored its first victory of the season in the competition proper. The monkey was off our backs so to speak so now we can relax and play the exciting and attacking football that we know we can play. After a tense first half against a well drilled and determined Shell City team we hit the front with a well taken first goal from Shane Mulholland; the result of some good lead up play.  Shell City replied with a dubious penalty only to see Garth Bowley  give us a 2-1 lead shortly after with a precise low shot from 20 metres out.  The rest of the game saw the Thunder well on top with Alex Thompson making sure of the victory with a  volley that nearly broke the onion bag. Our second half performance was excellent and  showed that when we play well we are a match for any team in this competition.  Defensively we were strong with Josh Biddulph giving a typical 'Arsenal' performance.  Serhat Pakyuz  worked tirelessly in midfield with Ben French  showing his potential with another 'Man of the Match'  award. This week we should be at full strength and welcome back Craig Chapman and Mat Batley to the squad. Congratulations go to the Youth team for their second victory; well done boys. I am looking for  more outstanding performances from  the Youth grade because we have to select the squad for the Bert Bampton Knock Out soon; a chance to play with some of the first graders who are still under 23. Michael Davey has been appointed as assistant first team coach,  welcome to the club Michael and all the best. The reserve grade's fortunes will probably take a more positive direction under 'Peeno's' direction, so here is the challenge reserve grade, let's see if we can get our first point of the season, your second half performance last Saturday was excellent. On a final note it is great that we have a victory song BUT PLEASE we need a melody! 

Alan Thompson Coach.

Round 3 - Thunder's First Win

Round 3 saw the Thunder playing Kemblawarra, with our Youth Grade notching up a historic first club win. Full results were;

Youth Grade Won 2 - 1
Reserve Grade Lost 0 - 1
First Grade Drew 1 - 1

Thunder at Home

The Thunder played their first home games at Slacky Flat yesterday against Berkeley, results were;

Youth Grade Drew 0 - 0
Reserve Grade Lost 0 - 3
First Grade Lost 0 - 3

For more on our first home matches click on the links below

Alan Thompson,(Head Coach) Comments:

The newspaper headline said it all...'Thirroul's Golden Run Comes To An End'. Our historic first home game and  we save our poorest performance of the season so far  for this occasion.  However, heaps of praise must go to all those who organised the day for that was a huge success. It was disappointing to see the first and reserve grade teams lose; we know we can play better and hopefully we will make amends this week. The reserves should have all hands back on deck and so an improved performance is anticipated. Well done Youth Grade on winning your first point, although, we need to put our chances away. Let's see if we can match the success off the field with success on the field.

Thunder's Season Begins

The Illawarra First Division competition begins this weekend. Our first match was against Wests Illawarra at Unanderra Oval yesterday, Friday 21 March. Results were;
Youth Grade Lost 1 - 3
Reserve Grade Lost 0- 3
First Grade Drew 1 - 1

Alan Thompson,(Head Coach) Comments:

          Thirroul Thunder began its competitive history with a well earned point away at Wests on Easter Friday. The sense of history was not lost on the first grade with player representative and our first official club signing, Garth Bowley scoring an excellent glancing header from a pin-point  Alex Thompson cross just before half time. The Thunder was certainly not overawed by the big spending Wests with the defensive wall of Mat Batley and Daniel Catlin playing the Wests star premier league recruit out of the game. We looked solid in defense and dangerous on the break. James Terry starred with some excellent saves with Josh Biddulph and Mat Cochrane keeping the Wests wide men at bay. Our midfield capably led by a cool Scott Penfold and with the industry of Serhat Pakyuz and Paul Thompson constantly threatened the Wests defense with probing runs and fine ball skills. Up front our young striker, baby-faced Ben French played a mature game with his discipline an inspiration to all. In fact, late in the game, the Thunder could and should, have snatched a late winner with two breaks; unfortunately,we were unable get the ball into the net. Andrew Bradshaw came on late in the game and certainly made his presence felt. If this is the type of performance we can expect from the Thunder each week then it will be an interesting and successful season, for Wests are favourites for the title, and while the score may have been a fair result, the Thunder has announced its presence in thunderous terms. Quite a few clubs might leave future games a little Thunderstruck. Next week we play co-title favourites Berkeley at our first home game. Can we repeat this performance? Having already lost 3-1 to Berkeley in the CLKO, we need to show the same amount of desire, discipline, teamwork and skill as we did against Wests. Congratulations must go to Mat Batley for his Player of the Match performance. Well done boys a great team and squad effort.

Honourable mention must be made of the excellent performances by our Youth Grade and Reserve Grade teams. A number of the Youth Graders very capably  backed up for the Reserves. Thanks guys well done. This is the kind of attitude that will make our club strong and successful. The Reserves played very intelligently  and with more match practice and fitness can only get better. Congratulations to Mason Jones for his man of the match performance, he is certainly knocking on the door for first grade. Also Brent Frost pulled off some great saves showing that he is more than a capable deputy for first grade goalkeeper.
Alan Thompson.
Club Coach.

Player Best &Fairest Round 1
Firsts:     Matt Batley
Reserves:   Masson Jones
Youth:      Adam Ward

Support from a Life Member

Thirroul Junior Football Club Life Member has written to club supporting the establishment of the Thunder. His letter is below.

Dear Secretary

As a life member of Thirroul Junior Football Club I would like to congratulate you and the committee for the fantastic effort you have all put in over the past years. I am 100% sure that all the hard work you have done over the years has benefited the Club, the players, the parents and anyone else that may have come into contact with the committee and the club. It’s a great club.

My wife and I attended the launch of the Thirroul Thunder on Saturday evening and it was great to see so many happy positive people and past and present players gathered in the same room.

I wish you the committee and all players every success for now and in the future, I am looking forward to attending both Junior and Senior games throughout the coming season.

 Kind Regards

Lance Spouszta

Coniston Cup Grand Final

Thirroul Thunder played in the Grand Final of the Coniston Cup and although they didn't win they showed a lot of promise .... more

Thunder gets Serious

With training now well underway the senior arm of the club is starting to get down to business and the first formal signings have taken place at the Thirroul Bowling Club

The Thunder's first player signup session.
Back Row: Kevin Lewis (Youth Grade Coach), Josh Biddulph and Alex Thompson, Gustavo Labanda.
Front Row: Alan Thompson (First Grade Coach), Garth Bowley.

Former Thirroul junior Garth Bowley becomes the Thunder's first official player.

Thirroul Thunder Arrives!

The club's application to field teams in the Illawarra Football Association's First Division competition next year has been successful. The club will now field senior men's and women's teams.
Training commenced on Tuesday 13 November with a great turnout

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