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With a strong squad of 28 boys we were keen to represent the College in the race for the 2017 ACC Premiership. We started off the season strong, beating Parade 3-2 in a hard fought victory after coming back from 2-0 down. Our next game was a bit more unfortunate after losing to one of the better sides, St Bernard’s 3-1. All the boys showed great spirit and sportsmanship which set the tone for our 8-3 win against Simmonds the following week. A finals spot was up for grabs in our round 4 fixture against Emmanuel. We had plenty of chances but finished with a heartbreaking 2-3 defeat. Although we knew we weren’t going to make the finals, we wanted to end the season strong in our last match against CBC St Kilda. The boys had an extraordinary game winning 10-0. It was the highlight of the season. The season was a roller-coaster of ups and downs but it was definitely the best opportunity the boys and I have had all year. We can’t wait to represent the College at senior level next season. On behalf of everyone in the squad, I’d like to thank Mr Trupkovic and Mr Newton for giving us the opportunity to represent the College.

- Zac Tucak, Year 10 Soccer Captain YEAR 10 SOCCER RESULTS

ROUND 1 – SJC Geelong (3) def Parade (2) GOALS: Daniel Starcevic, Aaron Stefanac, Gabriel Majic BEST: Jonathan Augello, Daniel Starcevic, Antonio Pirrottina ROUND 2 – St Bernard’s (3) def SJC Geelong (1) GOALS: Daniel Starcevic BEST: Liam Saric, Jonathan Augello, Gabriel Majic ROUND 3 – SJC Geelong (8) def Simmonds (3) GOALS: Daniel Starcevic 5, Dougal Sims 2, Liam Saric BEST: Daniel Starcevic, Dougal Sims, Liam Saric, Daniel Gulli, Zac Tucak ROUND 4 – Emmanuel (3) def SJC Geelong (2) GOALS: Aaron Stefanac, Max McMahon BEST: Jonathan Augello, Gabriel Majic, Aaron Stefanac ROUND 5 – SJC Geelong (10) def CBC St. Kilda (0) GOALS: Daniel Starcevic 5, Jack Zivcic, Antonio Pirrotina, Nick Nugent, Fraser Miller, Daniel Gulli BEST: Daniel Starcevic, Thomas Tigani, Antonio Pirrotina

YEAR 10 AWARD WINNERS

Best & Fairest: Daniel Starcevic Runner Up Best & Fairest: Liam Saric & Jonathan Augello Coaches Award: Gabriel Majic

Year 10 Soccer

Back Row: Daniel Gulli, Dougal Sims, Kuol Reech, Daniel Herceg, Liam Saric, Kristian Bihar, Fraser Mackus Middle Row: William Carter, Nicholas Nugent, Fraser Miller, Thomas Chapple, Thomas Esteban, Antonio Pirrottina, Jake Vasilevski Front Row: Darcy Webber, Thomas Tigani, Harry Carter, Max McMahon, Zac Tucak, Gabriel Majic, Aaron Stefanac, Jonathan Augello, Jack Zivcic Absent: Ruairi Donnellan, Daniel Starcevic, Max Tagliabue, Manywon Thiep Staff: Will Newton, Tom Trupkovic

The Senior Soccer program began in March with the exciting announcement of former Socceroo footballer Josip Skoko as the new head coach of the program, alongside his assistant Kene Eze, an American soccer player that plays at local NPL side North Geelong Warriors. After trials in early March, the boys were excited for a promising year to come. The year began against 2016 premiers Mazenod in a tight clash on Carey Oval. Despite going 1-0 up early in the piece, the boys ultimately fell to a strong Mazenod side 1-3. Although disappointing to begin with a loss, the team showed plenty of fight and character, giving a glimpse of the season to come. Throughout the rest of the season, there was a mixed bag of results. Highlights included the 6-2 win against St Bede’s to revive our finals hopes, as well as a rousing 4-1 win over eventual grand finalists St Bernard’s to seal a finals berth in front of a vocal home crowd on Carey Oval. The team finished third place on the ladder after seven home and away clashes, sending the Senior Soccer team to their first finals appearance since 2014. Facing the reigning premiers Mazenod for the second time of the year provided the team with a difficult task in the semi-final. A slow start allowed the opposition to score early, however the boys dug deep and found an equaliser before the half. The second half was tightly contested, and Mazenod caught the team on the break to lead 2-1. Despite taking control of the game late and creating numerous opportunities, we were unable to find an equaliser, even hitting the cross bar in the dying minutes. The score ended at 1-2 with Mazenod progressing through to the Grand Final, and ultimately winning 5-1 over St Bernard’s. Overall, the team had a fantastic season, showing plenty of improvement to make the finals, and pushing as a genuine premiership contender. A big thankyou to Mr Milverton, Mr Newton and the North Geelong Warriors who have been the main drivers behind the revamped soccer program this year. Thanks also to the other staff that helped through the year, as well as Josip and Kene.

- Hugh McMahon, Senior Soccer Captain

SENIOR SOCCER RESULTS

ROUND 1 – Mazenod (3) def SJC Geelong (1) GOALS: Jamie Noggler BEST: Hugh McMahon, Christopher Jurkovic, Matija Tataj ROUND 2 – SJC Geelong (5) def Salesian (3) GOALS: Jamie Noggler 3, Hugh McMahon 1, Matija Tataj 1 BEST: Jamie Noggler, Hugh McMahon, James Pritchard ROUND 3 – Parade (3) def SJC Geelong (2) GOALS: Hugh McMahon, Christopher Jurkovic BEST: Hugh McMahon, James Pritchard, Joseph McGivern ROUND 4 – SJC Geelong (1) drew Emmanuel (1) GOALS: Matija Tataj BEST: Matija Tataj, Carlin McCloskey, Michael Gulle ROUND 5 – SJC Geelong (6) def St Bede’s (2) GOALS: Carlin McCloskey 2, John Serra, Hugh McMahon, Jamie Noggler, Roko Gudasic BEST: Carlin McCloskey, Hugh McMahon, Jamie Noggler ROUND 6 – SJC Geelong (6) def Whitefriars (4) GOALS: Jamie Noggler 3, Roko Gudasic, Matija Tataj, Christopher Jurkovic BEST: Christian Del Giudice, Jamie Noggler, Christopher Jurkovic ROUND 7 – SJC Geelong (4) def St Bernard’s (1) GOALS: Jamie Noggler 2, Gene Majic, Hugh McMahon BEST: Hugh McMahon, Jamie Noggler, James Pritchard SEMI FINAL – Mazenod (2) def SJC Geelong (1) GOALS: Matija Tataj BEST: Matthew Stosic, James Pritchard, Hugh McMahon

SENIOR SOCCER AWARD WINNERS

Best & Fairest: Hugh McMahon Runner Up Best & Fairest: Jamie Noggler Coaches Awards: James Pritchard & Christopher Jurkovic Golden Boot: Jamie Noggler (10) ACC Team of the Year: Hugh McMahon (Midfield), Matthew Stosic (Interchange)

Senior Soccer

Back Row: Jamie Noggler, Lewis Rancic, Daniel Gudasic, Matthew Stosic, Thomas Pinjuh, Karl Zilic, Joseph McGivern Middle Row: Nicholas Papic, James Pritchard, Matija Tataj, Benjamin Vanjek, Christian Del Giudice Front Row: Carlin McCloskey, Christopher Jurkovic, Hugh McMahon, Michael Gulle, Austin Perrott, James Tripodi, John Serra Absent: Roko Gudasic, Gene Majic, Thomas Orsolic Coaches: Josip Skoko, Kene Eze (absent) Staff: Will Newton

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