THIRROUL THUNDER NEWS

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Sunday 20 September
District league Final

For the Thunder the District League Final was the climax of the 2009 competition. The Thunder were up against University and with a win each in the regular competition the match reflection this. The first half was a very even affair with both sides creating a few chances but neither was able to capitalise. In the second half the Thunder took an early lead through a well taken free kick by Ben French. Not long after University were in further trouble when they lost a player to a second bookable offence. The loss spurred on the opposition and with 10 minutes left in regular time they scored the equaliser. The score remained 1 - 1 through to full time and extra time so the result came down to a penalty shoot out. After 8 rounds University proved the luckier winning 6 - 5.

The team were quietly confident and the supporters ready to give their best, for extended photo coverage of the match click here or on the pictures above.

Sunday 13 September

It started as a balmy afternoon with bright sunshine and a mild sea breeze as the supporters gathered to see the Thunder Youth Grade take on Warilla for a spot in the finals. Unfortunately the sea breeze turned into a hot westerly and the opposition proved to hot to handle as the team went down 1 -2.

There was plenty of support on hand for the Youth Grade semi-final. For the match shots click here or on the photo above.

Saturday 12 September

Reserve Grade finished the season in style with a 1 - 0 win over Bellambi. Despite some great performances during the season, including setting a new club scoring record with a 10 - 0 win over Kemblawarra, the team missed out on the semi-finals.

Sunday 6 September

It was a great Father's Day for the Thunder as both First and Youth Grades won their first finals series matches. First Grade defeated Balgownie 2 -1 while Youth Grade accounted for Kemblawarra 3 - 0.

Andrew Bradshaw heads home First Grade's second goal (left) and Nathan Orvard lines up Youth Grade's third goal (right) - for more match photos click here or on the photo above

Saturday 5 September

Round 21 of the First Division competition saw Reserve Grade put in a great effort to only go down 0 - 1 to competition leader Balgownie.

Saturday 29 August

It was the last round of the District League competition and although both First and Youth Grades had already qualified for the semi-finals they weren't able to finish the regular season with a bang. First Grade went down to Warilla 0 - 1, but still managed to finish in second place. Youth Grade also went down 1 - 5 and finished in fourth place.
Reserve Grade however kept up their recent good form defeating University 2 - 0 .

Saturday 22 August

It was good news all round for the Thunder, even if on field results didn't all go our way. First Grade went down 0 - 3, but results elsewhere mean that they are still second in the competition table and have already qualified for the semi-finals. Youth Grade had a strong 3 - 1 win while Reserve Grade. making a rare appearance at Slacky Flat drew 1 - 1 with Premier League club Woonona.

Youth Grade's second goal is on its way - for more match photos from today's action click here or on the photo above.

Saturday 15 August

After a bye last weekend First and Youth Grades returned to the field with mixed results. Youth Grade assured their place in the semi-finals with a 2 - 0 win, but First Grade are still an outside chance of missing out altogether after going down 0 - 3. Reverse Grade had a break with a spare weekend in their competition.

Goal number 2 heads for the net as Youth Grade wrap up a place in the semis - for more pictures from the Round 16 matches click here or on the picture below.

Saturday 1 August

It was generally a good weekend for the Thunder with wins to First and Reserve Grades. At home First Grade defeated Kiama 4 - 2, while Youth Grade went down 0 - 1. At Picton Reserve Grade won 2 - 1.

Saturday 25 July

It was back down to earth this week as only First Grade was able to rack up a win. At Helensburgh First Grade won 2 - 0, but Youth Grade went down 0 - 2. While at Gibson Park Reserve Grade also went down 2 - 4.

This week's photos feature Reserve Grade - here the team's second goal is coming up.

For more pictures click here or on the picture above.

Sunday 19 July

Just to prove it was no fluke Reserve Grade were at it against in this make-up match defeating Bellambi 8 - 0, for a total of 18 - 0 for the weekend. A great effort from the team.

Saturday 18 July

Two weeks ago First Grade set a new winning record in defeating Corrimal 8 - 0. This weekend Reserve Grade have responded in style by setting a new club winning record defeating Kemblawarra 10 - 0. Meanwhile back at home First Grade got back on track with a 5 - 1 win over Bellambi. Due to the state of the ground the Youth Grade match was postponed.

Saturday 11 July

Despite the wet weather during the week all the Thunder teams took the field today. Unfortunately, most results didn't go our way with only Youth Grade successful. At Shell Cove First Grade lost 1 - 5, and Youth Grade won 4 - 2. While at home Reserve Grade lost to Premier League club Fernhill 3 - 5.

Saturday 4 July

Another great weekend for the Thunder. First Grade won 8 - 0, setting a new club and First Grade scoring record - the previous club record was 6 - 0 set by Reserve Grade last year and the First Grade record 5 -1 set last year and equaled this year. Youth Grade also won 3 - 1 and with Helensburgh losing they are now equal competition leaders, second only on goal difference. Reserve Grade also put in a great effort going down 1 - 2 to first division Bulli.

Nathan Cirson slots away the record setting 8th goal for First Grade, for more photos from today's matches click here

Saturday 27 June

All three teams were at home again this week. Unfortunately the teams couldn't quite make the most of the home advantage. First and Youth grades both drew 1 - 1 and 2 - 2 respectively while Reserve Grade lost 2 - 3.

Today's match against Warrilla seemed to give the coaching staff a lot to think about - for more pictures from the games click here.

Saturday 20 June

With the wet weather washing out the Reserve Grade match only the District League matches went ahead with mixed results. First Grade lost 1 - 4, but Youth Grade won 1 - 0 putting top of the table.

Saturday 13 June

After a week off the Thunder returned with a rare triple header at home. First Grade defeated University 1 - 0, Youth Grade also defeated University 3 - 1, Reserve Grade went down to Balgownie 3 - 4

The club also said farewell to First Grader Scott Penfold who leaves to work in the USA

For more action from today's matches click here

Saturday 30 May

A great week for the Thunder as all teams came away winners. First Grade defeated Kiama 5 - 1, Youth Grade defeated Kiama 3 - 1, and Reserve Grade defeated University 3 - 2.

Saturday 23 May

This week First and Youth Grade played in the local derby with Helensburgh, though results were not too good. First Grade drew 3 - 3 and Youth Grade lost 0 - 5. While Reserve Grade played another local derby against Woonona going down 0 - 3.

The Thunder's first goal is coming from Andrew Bradshaw and going past the 'Burgh Keeper. Click here for more match photos.

Saturday 16 May

This week the results have taken a dip on recent form. First Grade went down to Bellambi 1 - 2, Youth Grade remain undefeated winning over Bellambi 3 - 1, they are second in the competition. Reserve Grade were away to Ruse and were defeated 1 - 5.

Saturday 9 May

The club had a rare day when all three teams were at home and was rewarded was success. First Grade defeated Shell Cove 2 - 0, Reserve Grade continued their recent good form with a 3 - 3 draw against Picton and Youth Grade defeated Shell Cove 7 - 1.

Josh Biddulph slips in to head home the Thunder's first goal - for more match photos click here

Saturday 2 May

The District League competition has finally kicked off with great success to the Thunder. Up against Corrimal Rangers first grade won 5 - 0 and Youth Grade won 2 - 0. First Grade's win puts them at the top of the table.
Meanwhile the Reserve Grade continued their recent run of good form with a 4 - 4 draw at Kiama.

Saturday 25 April

Only the Reserve Grade (First Division) was in action today and made it two in a row with a 2 - 1 win over Kemblawarra.

Before the match got underway there was a minutes silence to honour ANZAC Day - then the action started for more click here.

Saturday 18 April

After the Easter break the Thunder successfully returned to competition today. First and Youth grades played round 3 of the Bert Bampton / Youth Cup competition against Balgownie - First Grade drew 4 - 4, while Youth Grade won 3 - 0. In round 3 of the IFA First Division competition the Thunder Reserve Grade defeated Premier League club Fernhill 1 - 0.

Alex Thompson scores the Thunder's third goal for more pictures from First and Youth Grades click here

Bampton Cup - Round 1

The Thunder had a great start to the Bampton Cup, First Grade defeated Ruse 3 - 0 and Youth Grade won 5 - 4. Click here to see all the 1st Round results.

Corrimal Leagues Club Knock Out (CLCKO) Competition

The annual Corrimal Leagues Club Knock Out has started and the Thunder have had a great start holding Premier League Picton Rangers to a 3 - 3 draw. Full details of the competition draw and results to date can be found in the Corrimal Knockout page.

Round 3

The final round of the Corrimal Leagues Club Knockout saw the Thunder up against home side Corrimal. Although the Thunder ran out winners 1 - 0 the feature shot, below, best sums up the match as the ball sails just over the cross-bar.

For more pictures from the game click here.

Round 2

Round 2 of the knock out saw the Thunder up against another Premier League club, Port Kembla. Despite some solid defense including the spectacular save below, the Thunder went down 1 - 6.

For more pictures from the game click here.

Fernhill Youth Cup

The Youth Grade have also been in action at the Fernhill Youth Cup. Their first game last Monday night was a hard fought 0 - 0 draw against Premier League Woonona. Unfortunately, they were up against another Premier League team, Dandaloo, on Saturday and went down 1 - 4. Full details of the draw and results to date for the Youth Cup can be found in the Youth Cup page.

The Thunder had a bye in Round 3 and came up against Bulli in Round 4 holding on for a creditable 0 - 0 draw. The final match in the round robin section of the competition will be against Tarrawanna on Saturday 7 March at Ray Robinson Field, Towradgi.

A Future Keeper

Taking advantage of the half time break at the Corrimal Leagues Club Knockout match against Port Kembla and presence of First Grade coach a certain Reserve Grader tried to impress with his skills as a keeper.

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