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UNDER 13s

Our wings were the domain of our mosquito general support. I would like to particularly
fleet of Kailen “Special K” Bonini, “Crikey” Ikey thank Mark Alcock for his work as assistant
Law and James Seaton Nichol. Our best footy coach, the boys (and I) are very lucky to have
was played when we were able to switch the your dedication and devotion to the Falcons.
ball into space to these runners resulting in Andrew Hamilton also played a pivotal role
quick ball movement into our forward line. throughout the year at training or on game
day. Thanks also to Gordon Windley for his
The forward line was lead by Nik “The Wiz” work as a trainer, he was incredibly supportive
Perduv who often battled on out against and reassuring with all the boys.
bigger opponents. I was really pleased with
Nik’s year and felt that he grew as a forward, Additionally I would like to thank my wife
particularly with his defensive game. We Marina who often had to endure a grumpy
always knew about Nik’s mercurial ability coach but kept her cool and was a constant
around goals and in the air but his pursuit of support to me and the team.
opposition defenders added a completely new Finally big thanks to our biggest star, Team
dimension to his game. Angus “Apple” Corr Manager Jenny Exell who brings the whole
and Dan “The Man” Mastrangelo alternated team together with her hard work and
through full forward and provided great enthusiastic attitude. I hope that all the boys
presence and contest throughout the year. (and parents) appreciate how much time and
Both boys will benefit from some extra belief in energy Jen puts into this role. Jen is a true
themselves and extra fitness and if they are inspiration and a great example of a wonderful
dedicated to that will be very good key club person who always put the club first.
position players. Angus “Hungry Alcock” had
his best year yet of football, racking up plenty Go Falcons
of possessions as the ball hit the deck! Charlie
Windley also played most of his year forward
as a clever marking forward pocket and with Greg Feutrill
limited opportunities, certainly showed that he Coach - Greythorn Under 13s
will be a player of the future and will be well
prepared for next season.
Swingmen Declan Cremasco and Benedict
“Tiva” Tivisini (who unfortunately broke his
collar bone late in the season) were asked to
play in a number of different positions and
both boys displayed strong overhead marking
and a high skill level. Declan in particular did
extremely well often being asked to play a key
position despite playing up a year level.

Congratulations to Mike Tynan and Tiva who
th
both played their 50 games throughout the
season hope you both enjoyed the banners.
Two of our most improved players were Fin
Pike and Michael Tynan. Both boys improved
their football enormously throughout the year
and matured greatly as players. They should
be very proud of their improvement and
contribution to the team. In the end I have
awarded the most improved player award to
Michael Tynan whose improved marking,
kicking and general play meant so much to
our team. As I said previously Mike shouldered
a huge load and in a small bodied team, his
big strong body work was a real highlight.
Best & Fairest – Darcy Feutrill & Runner-Up
Thanks to all of the parents who helped out in Matty Exell in action together in the early part of
a variety of roles from umpires escort, the season.
boundary umpiring, assistant coaching and

Greythorn Football Club 2014