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National Primary School Atlantic Football League Thread.
« on: October 01, 2010, 11:03:04 AM »
Tobago primary schools Cup final today
T&T Express.


The fourth annual Goderick Alfred Tobago Primary Schools Football Cup will take place today at Shaw Park Recreation Ground, Tobago.

The final is the feature of today's events, which will mark the opening of the 2010 MILO Tobago Primary Schools Football League.

Either Bon Accord or Whim will become the first two-time champions in the four-year history of the Goderick Alfred Cup. Bon Accord have the added incentive of attempting to become the first team to successfully defend the title.

The final is expected to be keenly contested as the winners will start as the favourites to win the Boys Division of the MILO League.

The day will begin with a 1 p.m. opening parade involving 25 primary schools from across Tobago who are expected to participate in this year's league, with another 16 in the girls division.

The parade will be followed by a brief opening ceremony during which educator Ronald Duke will receive a special award in recognition of outstanding service to the development of schools football in Tobago.

The Cup final will follow at 2 p.m. Admission is free to all members of the public.

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« Reply #1 on: October 06, 2010, 10:37:59 PM »
Whim Anglican win Goderick Alfred Cup
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Whim Anglican defeated Bon Accord Government last Friday to become the first school to win the Goderick Alfred Tobago Primary School Football Cup twice.

The game was the feature attraction at the opening ceremony of the 2010 MILO Tobago Primary School Football League at Shaw Park, Scarborough.

Whim came from behind to register a 2-1 victory, exacting revenge on the team that dethroned them last year by a similar scoreline. Whim also had a come-from-behind 2-1 victory in 2008 when they defeated Signal Hill Government in that year's final.

Bon Accord Government started the sharper of the two teams and took the lead in the tenth minute when Javon Williams scored his sixth goal of the tournament. Williams beat Whim goalkeeper Ato James with a shot just inside the penalty area from an acute angle.

However Kellon James weaved his way past two defenders into the six-yard box to give Whim the equaliser four minutes later. The remainder of the first half was even as the teams went into half-time at 1-1.

Whim began to assert control upon the resumption, with the dazzling runs of diminutive wingers Karyque "Kiki" Joseph and Gereeb Louis gradually wearing down the Bon Accord defence.

Their hard work was rewarded when Kellon James notched his second of the match and seventh of the tournament with just nine minutes remaining.

Omarley James, who had scored in each previous game of the tournament, then missed two glorious chances to ice the game for Whim.

Bon Accord had two last-gasp chances for the equaliser but Josh Leacock's well-placed shots lacked the power to get past Whim's keeper.

Whim held on for the victory, which saw their exuberant fans storm the field and "palance" in celebration.

Kellon James was named Player of the Final and also won the Golden Ball Trophy for the Tournament's Most Valuable Player.

Ato James, also of Whim, won the trophy for Best Goalkeeper, while Taffarel Joseph of Signal Hill Government won the Golden Boot Trophy for his tournament-leading 22 goals.

The day began with the parade of teams and, before declaring the League open, School Supervisor II Gerard Franklyn urged participating schools to aim high in this year's competition and challenged the champion schools to bring the National Primary Schools titles back to Tobago.

Franklyn then presented an award in recognition of outstanding service to the development of schools football in Tobago to new School Supervisor I Ronald Duke.

Duke, the 2009 Tobago Teacher of the Year, who has a wealth of experience as a football coach and administrator, received a standing ovation from the crowd as he received the award.

Twenty-five primary schools across Tobago are expected to participate in this year's Boys League, with 16 of them also competing in the Girls Division.

The finals of the 2010 MILO Tobago Primary School Football League will be held on Friday October 29. The two finalists in both the Boys and Girls divisions will qualify to represent the Tobago Educational District in the 2010 Atlantic LNG National Primary Schools Football League in November.

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National Primary School Atlantic Football League Thread.
« Reply #2 on: October 28, 2010, 04:39:06 AM »
Atlantic commits $300,000 to primary schools football league
By: Rachael Thompson-King (T&T Guardian).


An investment of $300,000 was made by Atlantic, to foster the development of football in T&T. This was revealed yesterday at the launch of the 2010 Atlantic National Primary Schools Football League at the VIP Lounge at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo.

“This League is important to the future of football in T&T,” said Caroline Toni Sirju-Ramnarine, head sustainability and corporate communication at Atlantic. “This competition is the start of your journey and we’re very happy that we can facilitate the pursuit of your dreams.”

Her words were fortified by fellow speakers; Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs, Anil Roberts, Under-17 national coach Anton Corneal, Anthony Creed, the physical education curriculum officer from the Ministry of Education and Vincent Graham, president of the Primary School League.

They all conveyed messages of encouragement to T&T young footballers as they look to battle in the national primary league, starting next Wednesday for the girls and the boys kick off, the following day (November 4).

Minister of Sport, Roberts, the most animated of all the speakers, targeted everyone in his address from the sponsors, to the students.

“I would like to commend Atlantic for putting their money where their mouth is,” said the Sport Minister. “We appreciate your $300,000 but we also need you to commit to the league to share your expertise, to ensure that the games are carried out properly.”

He went on to compliment the executive of the primary schools league for their diligence in having a well run league and to the players, he encouraged them to turn their “potential into greatness.”

“Players if you want to be great, don’t just love your sport, live the sport, read about the sport, learn about the sport and of course balance it with your academics, because you are student/athletes,” said Roberts. Roberts went as far to give advice to parents, saying “Parents leave the children, let them play.”

This got some laugher from the audience which included the defending boys champion Arima Boys RC and Carapichaima Girls RC, the reigning girls champion. He also pledged that the use of all stadia are “free of charge” for the primary league and all other leagues. “The stadium belongs to the people,” declared Roberts.

Corneal was more celebratory of the achievement of local football, both at the senior and junior level in recent times. “The last four years has been the most exciting in football for T&T with the senior team competing at the World Cup (Germany 2006), the youth team at the U-17 World Cup (Korea 2007), the U-20 World Cup (2009 Egypt) and of course for the ladies, the U-17 Girls World Cup being hosted here,” said Corneal.

He advised them to take advantage of the league, to use football as a vehicle to help them fulfil their dreams. Creed, too, thanked the sponsors for their commitment and the teachers, principals and School Supervisors for providing players another “means of learning.”

Atlantic, which recently adopted a new brand name, logo and corporate identity, altering its previous name Atlantic LNG, is in its fourth year of sponsorship. The Primary Schools board also used the opportunity to award the media for their coverage.

Honour Roll

Best article print— Rachael Thompson-King (Trinidad Guardian)
Best coverage—Trinidad Guardian
Best Radio coverage—Ray Davis (Power 102 fm)
Best electronic press— TV6
Best picture—Robert Codallo

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Re: Atlantic commits $300,000 to primary schools football league.
« Reply #3 on: October 28, 2010, 05:51:35 AM »
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National Primary School Atlantic Football League Thread
« Reply #4 on: October 21, 2011, 04:45:56 AM »
Real Madrid boost for primary school players.
By Kern De Freitas (Express).


Atlantic LNG will team up with the Real Madrid Foundation for the benefit of young footballers in Trinidad and Tobago.

During the launch of the 2011 Atlantic LNG National Primary Schools Football League, at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, in Port of Spain, on Wednesday, brand manager Derek Daniel said his company is working on a deal that will benefit 25 boys and 25 girls.

The sponsors of the Primary Schools League had a similar special development camp last year following the primary schools football season, involving Manchester United, in conjunction with the T&T Olympic Committee (TTOC). Daniel said Atlantic is trying to do even more in 2011.

"We know that to win and be the best footballing nation in the world is what every country wants. The secret of (Spain's World Cup 2010) success is their focus on young footballers."

Daniel referred to this generation of youngsters as the "e-generation" —the generation that will "benefit from the use of the country's oil and gas resources". He encouraged them to apply the lessons of teamwork they learn.

Minister in the Ministry of Education, Clifton De Coteau, himself a former footballer, told the boys and girls that sport mixed with academics is a good formula for all-round development.

De Coteau thanked the parents, teachers and other role models who have facilitated the youngsters' participation in the League.

"What you have done is to set these children on a road of life that will see them achieving more than you would have dreamed for them. People don't really appreciate these surrogate parents".

De Coteau also commended Atlantic LNG for its vision. And League chairman Vincent Graham was grateful to the company as well.

"We have been saying time and time again that our football must not be seen as militating against academic performance. From this cadre of players we will get our Soca Warriors or Princesses later on."

Graham said the League has faced a number of challenges, with parents and teachers concerned that playing football will affect students' SEA grades.

But he said football can be just as beneficial to their young lives, even if they do not pursue the sport at a professional level.

On Wednesday, the draw for the national competition was made. The winners of each of the eight educational districts will meet the runners-up from other districts next month.

National Primary Schools League draw
 
Boys

East St George I vs North Eastern II
North Eastern I vs Caroni II
Victoria I vs St Patrick II
Tobago I vs South Eastern II
Port of Spain I vs East St George II
Caroni I vs Tobago II
South Eastern I vs Port of Spain II
St Patrick I vs Victoria II

Girls

Victoria I vs South Eastern II
North Eastern I vs Tobago II
East St George I vs Port of Spain II
St Patrick I vs North Eastern II
Port of Spain I vs Caroni II
South Eastern I vs East St George II
Caroni I vs St Patrick II
Tobago I vs Victoria II

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« Reply #5 on: December 23, 2011, 06:16:16 AM »
Man United coach pleased with talent.
T&T Newsday Reports.


EAMON MULVEY, the 9-10 age group coach at Manchester United, expressed his delight with the natural and raw talent of the local primary school footballers who featured at the Atlantic Football and Life Skills Development Camp.

The camp took place from December 2-4 at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo and it involved special training for the top 50 children (25 boys and girls respectively) who competed at the 2011 Atlantic National Primary Schools Football League.

“There were lots of natural talent with exciting players who showed that they have lots of potential,” said Mulvey. “For Atlantic to bring the best players together on this camp is great.” Mulvey and his assistant Kevin Ward dealt directly with the youngsters, who conducted sessions on football skills, life skills and life management - the latter two departments were arranged by the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC).

On the first day of the camp, Mulvey noted that presentations were made to local coaches and teachers about the coaching methods and philosophy used by Manchester United.

“These sessions went very well, with the teachers and coaches very enthusiastic to practice what they learned,” Mulvey said.

The following day, the children were spilt into two groups (boys and girls) and then batched to allow the coaches to conduct age-appropriate sessions.

Mulvey noted, “Ward worked one group on various techniques, while I had the second group playing small-side football with an emphasis on creating a positive learning environment.”

And, on the final day, the children participated in a pair of “World Cup” festivals, which comprised of full-length games.

“All the children participated and extra children from the Atlantic Real Madrid Foundation Social Sports School, Dion La Foucade Soccer Schools and the girls national players joined in,” Mulvey said.

“It was a successful day with lots of goals, high quality play, fun and enjoyment by all.”

While the children were presented with certificates of participation and special prizes, during the closing ceremony, the girls had the added incentive of being included into the training camps of the Trinidad and Tobago Under-15 and Under-17 teams.

The Atlantic Football and Life Skills Development Camp was organised last year and is a post-competition initiative in the Atlantic National Primary Schools Football League.

Through partnership with Manchester United and the TTOC, Atlantic stages the camp to help develop local football by building football and life skills in children.
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National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #6 on: September 20, 2013, 02:05:19 AM »
2013 Atlantic Primary Schools League kicks off.
By Mark Pouchet (express).


With the introduction of an under-12 seven-a-side competition, the Atlantic sponsored National Primary Schools Football League kicks off this year with nearly 350 teams.

That figure represents a huge increase over the 243 teams that competed in the league last year, as Atlantic embarks on its eighth year of supporting the league.

Immediately after the launch of the league, hosted at the VIP Lounge of the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain yesterday, a double-header was staged. Carenage Boys Government played Eastern Boys Government in the boys’ under-12 category, while the first girls match showcased under-15 action between St Agnes and Diamond Vale Government.

Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (T&TFA) technical director Anton Corneal said the under-12 category would develop youngsters into better future players.

“More participation, more touches of the ball. With smaller fields, there is more attack and defence which are really the two things the kids love to do. They love to score and they have to defend against scoring. That is the main item...kids come here to have fun.”

Corneal said that on bigger fields young players get  lost and omitted from active play, but with a seven-a-side match, players must take responsibility.

“Players cannot hide anymore.  When you have eleven players, three  can be out of the game completely and the game is gonna continue to play. With seven players,  the players will have to step up into each position,” Corneal said, adding that this new development plan followed the Dutch model.

 Corneal said TTFA’s head of football, Leo Beenhakker saw the development plan and was very impressed. He added that Beenhakker brought that style of football to the national senior squad when he was at the helm back in 2005, and ushered T&T to the 2006 World Cup in Germany.

Yesterday, Atlantic’s manager, branding and communications, Derek Daniel handed 150 certificates to National Primary Schools Football League president, Vincent Graham for primary school coaches who were certified to international standard back in June under the Atlantic Coaching Excellence (ACE) programme. Four of those coaches will be selected for a FIFA training course in November.

Graham said he was pleased for his league to be associated with Atlantic.

“This is Atlantic’s eighth year of sponsorship, and we are grateful for their commitment and support of our young athletes. This year we expect the League to be quite competitive, and we look forward eagerly to see if Tobago schools will dominate again.”

Last year, Tobago won both the boys’ and girls’ competitions.

Graham also said he supported the introduction of the under-12 boys’ league.

“This league is in keeping with the vision of the TTFA and the Ministry of Sport and SPORTT...we think this will assist in the development of Trinidad and Tobago’s football, and we expect a greater number of teams to participate.

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Re: National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #7 on: September 20, 2013, 06:27:02 AM »
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Last year, Tobago won both the boys’ and girls’ competitions.

More reason why Tobago shouldn't be marginalised.

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Re: National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #8 on: September 20, 2013, 06:36:10 AM »
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“More participation, more touches of the ball. With smaller fields, there is more attack and defence which are really the two things the kids love to do. They love to score and they have to defend against scoring. That is the main item...kids come here to have fun.”

Corneal said that on bigger fields young players get  lost and omitted from active play, but with a seven-a-side match, players must take responsibility.

“Players cannot hide anymore.  When you have eleven players, three  can be out of the game completely and the game is gonna continue to play. With seven players,  the players will have to step up into each position,” Corneal said, adding that this new development plan followed the Dutch model.

No argument whatsoever.

6 "on the field" + a GK.

(1) It would be instructive to know whether the fields are standardized in terms of size or vary ... perhaps by location.

Elsewhere, at this age, some jurisdictions opt for 8 v 8 (7 v 7 + GK).

In addition to field dimensions, (2) I'm very curious about what the diminishing returns may be ... given the presence of the additional "field" player.

It's not absolutely clear that one model trumps the other ... or is it?
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Re: National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #9 on: September 26, 2013, 03:05:20 AM »
Tobago primary schools football kicks off.
T&T Express Reports.


The Tobago Zone of the Atlantic Primary Schools Football League will kick off from 10 a.m. at Shaw Park today.

This year, 26 teams will compete in the Boys Under-11 and Under-15 divisions, including defending Under-15 champions Bon Accord Government, who beat Whim Anglican 1-0 in last year’s final. Pentecostal Light and Life are returning Girls Open champions.

The League will begin with an opening ceremony, which is expected to feature Secretary of the Division of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Gary Melville, and Assistant Secretary Jomo Pitt, before the final of the Godrick Alfred Cup, which will be a rematch of last year’s Boys Under-15 final.

Boys Under-11 Group II action will start tomorrow, with Bon Accord taking on Montgomery Government at Signal Hill from 1 p.m., while Black Rock Government meet St Patrick Anglican from 2 p.m.

There will also be Group III play, with Ebenezer Methodist coming up against Speyside Anglican, and Roxborough Anglican and Delaford Anglican clashing, while Belle Garden Anglican will also take on Pembroke Anglican.

Group I will see Girls Open action between Signal Hill Government and Bon Accord Government at Signal Hill, while Pentecostal Light and Life play Scarborough RC, and St Andrews Anglican meet St Nicholas Private.

Belle Garden Anglican girls will meet Mason Hall Government in Group II, while Speyside Anglican face Delaford RC. The other matches feature Hope Anglican and Roxborough Anglican, and Scarborough Methodist tackling Ebenezer Methodist.

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Re: National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #10 on: October 05, 2013, 02:10:50 AM »
Yorke fires in 5 in Arima’s 10-0 drubbing
T&T Newsday Reports.


A NEW Dwight Yorke is on the rise in Trinidad and Tobago. The junior football prodigy continued his fine scoring form in the East Zone of the Atlantic Primary Schools Football League by firing in five goals in Arima Boys RC crushing win 10-0 over Arima Centenary Government at the Arima Velodrome on Thursday.

Much like the Dwight Yorke who represented Trinidad and Tobago and later Aston Villa and Manchester United in the English Premier League, the 11-year old football ace has been leading his team in goals, scoring for almost every match for his school.

And on Thursday it was no surprise as he found the net regularly to guide his school to another victory in the league.

The other goals for Arima RC came from Marcus Molino, Brandon Dennis, Mikel St Martin, Karrem Trotman and Darian Moreno.

Meanwhile there were also victory for Arima West Government School over their neighbours Arima Boys Government 2-1.

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« Reply #11 on: October 17, 2013, 01:53:36 AM »
Tobago primary girls impress.
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Goals were aplenty as Mason Hall Government, Bon Accord Government and St. Andrews Anglican came away with huge wins over their opponents in the Girls Open division of the Tobago zone of the Atlantic LNG Primary Schools Football league.

Mason Hall whipped Scarborough Methodist 11-0 in a Group Two last week. Kelisa Grant was the star of the game netting five goals. Bon Accord then defeated Hope Anglican 5-0 with Grant again leading the scoring with two items. Bon Accord beat Scarborough Roman Catholic 10-0.

Anika Thomas was the top scorers with six goals. Bon Accord, the school of former national football captain Dwight Yorke, also upset defending zonal and national runners-up Pentecostal Light and Life Foundation 2-1 with Thomas scoring both goals for the winners.

St Andrews scored a similar 10-0 whipping of Scarborough Roman Catholic with Gamelia Waldron and Abiela Adams both getting beaver tricks.

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Re: National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #12 on: October 29, 2013, 02:14:16 AM »
Valencia Government are East District champs
T&T Newsday Reports.


VALENCIA Government are 2013 Atlantic LNG Primary school Football league, North Eastern District Champions.

They beat Atlantic LNG four times champion, neighbouring school Valencia South Government 3-2 to emerge winner of the division.

The finals between Valencia Government and Valencia South Government was played at Manzanilla Recreation Grounds on Friday in the presence of a large crowd.

The teams were tied at 2-2 and moments before the stroke of regulation time Kegan Faria, captain of Valencia Government scored the final goal to put his team in a winning position in the game. Four time champions Valencia South remained in shock as they were very confident that they will be winner for a fifth consecutive time. Faria’s goal was a shocker to them.

Ten-year-old Ameil Weeks, who plays in both the under 11 and u- 15 team divisions, has scored a total of 16 goals in the tournament to date and was voted the Most Valuable Player in the four out of seven games he played.

Valencia Government now looks forward to meeting champions of Caroni Division which will be played, at Skinner Park, San Fernando on November 7. Weeks said his team is in good spirit and will be motivated to win the Caroni Educational Division.

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Re: National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #13 on: October 31, 2013, 02:00:33 AM »
Whim battles Montgomery for Tobago title.
T&T Guardian Reports.


Whim Anglican will today seek to win the Atlantic LNG National Primary School Championships boys’ Under-15 title in Tobago when it comes up against Montgomery Government at Shaw Park Recreational Ground today from 11 am.

Whim defeated last year’s national champion Bon Accord Gov't last week in the quarter-finals and will have high hopes to earn the Tobago title.

In the U-11 boys final, Bon Accord Governmentwill take on Whim AC in what looks a cracking contest.

The U-15 girls final will see Bon Accord clashing with Mason Hall Primary, who beat St Andrews Anglican 1-0 at Dusty Park.

In the South Eastern Education District, St Thomas RC defeated St Mary's Government to book its place in the national play-off. They won the U-15 boys championship of the South Eastern Education District with a 7-0 success.

Moruga RC won the other two championships. They whipped St Mary's Gov't 9-0 to take the U-15 Girls title, before running away with the U-11 Boys title.

In the North Eastern Education District, Valencia RC was crowned champion in the U-15 boys category while Manzanilla Government repeated their feat in the U-15 girls competition. However, the new U-11 kings of the District are the Sangre Grande Government.
 
The Atlantic sponsored National Primary School League is getting into full swing on November 5 with the quarterfinals of the National League in three categories.

On Friday, it was reported that Jerrique Williams scored a double to see Sacred Hearts Boys RC to a 2-1 victory over Carenage Boys RC in the U-11 division final of the Port-of-Spain and Environs Football League at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Mucurapo.
 
However, it was actually two players getting their names on the scorecard with Nicoli Trujillo, netting the other goal.

Results

U-11 Boys

Siparia Boys RC 2 (Jamal Mathews 11th, Darien Clake 29th) vs Point Fortin RC 0.

MVP: Dangelo Harris (Siparia Boys)

U-15 Girls

Penal RC 3 (Whitney Forde 7th, Kayla Garcia 30th, Kizzel Cudjoe 38th) vs Icacos Gov't 2 (Kekola Bhola 19th, 27th).

MVP: Tishelle James (Icacos)

U-15 Boys

Siparia Boys RC 0 vs La Brea RC 6 (Terrique Rennie 19th, 60th, Isaiah Neptune 34th, Tyerse Victor 39th, Nkosi Rennie 52nd, Darrece Corrion 56th.

MVP: Terrique Rennie (La Brea)
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Re: National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #14 on: October 31, 2013, 03:43:33 AM »
Valencia Government are East District champs
T&T Newsday Reports.


VALENCIA Government are 2013 Atlantic LNG Primary school Football league, North Eastern District Champions.

They beat Atlantic LNG four times champion, neighbouring school Valencia South Government 3-2 to emerge winner of the division.

The finals between Valencia Government and Valencia South Government was played at Manzanilla Recreation Grounds on Friday in the presence of a large crowd.

The teams were tied at 2-2 and moments before the stroke of regulation time Kegan Faria, captain of Valencia Government scored the final goal to put his team in a winning position in the game. Four time champions Valencia South remained in shock as they were very confident that they will be winner for a fifth consecutive time. Faria’s goal was a shocker to them.

Ten-year-old Ameil Weeks, who plays in both the under 11 and u- 15 team divisions, has scored a total of 16 goals in the tournament to date and was voted the Most Valuable Player in the four out of seven games he played.

Valencia Government now looks forward to meeting champions of Caroni Division which will be played, at Skinner Park, San Fernando on November 7. Weeks said his team is in good spirit and will be motivated to win the Caroni Educational Division.


Would like to get a follow-up on this ... Who can make it to Skinner Park with a camera?

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Re: National Primary Schools Football League Thread.
« Reply #15 on: October 31, 2013, 09:54:43 AM »
Could you imagine 350 U12 teams in this Primary school league,i wonder who coaching these kids,the thing is they are being coached by some sports teacher who may or may not have played the game,what a way to get introduced to the game we all started this way.

At this stage who cares about tactics,the kids just want to get out there and play.I wish they could adopt similar programs to what they have in the US,in the US they have Soccer for kids from 3 yrs old,ball size,field size,number of players etc etc are age appropriate, my hope is that guys like Sheldon who have been exposed to that kind of development can introduce it here,it's what have US Soccer so strong.

In T&T i've always said the best place to start is in the schools,you don't have to go looking for kids they are already there,350 teams check how many kids preparing for SSFL.


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« Reply #16 on: October 31, 2013, 10:09:50 AM »
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“More participation, more touches of the ball. With smaller fields, there is more attack and defence which are really the two things the kids love to do. They love to score and they have to defend against scoring. That is the main item...kids come here to have fun.”

Corneal said that on bigger fields young players get  lost and omitted from active play, but with a seven-a-side match, players must take responsibility.

“Players cannot hide anymore.  When you have eleven players, three  can be out of the game completely and the game is gonna continue to play. With seven players,  the players will have to step up into each position,” Corneal said, adding that this new development plan followed the Dutch model.

No argument whatsoever.

6 "on the field" + a GK.

(1) It would be instructive to know whether the fields are standardized in terms of size or vary ... perhaps by location.

I would hope that they give instructions to have a standard size field across competition ( maybe a range 50-65 x 45-55)

Elsewhere, at this age, some jurisdictions opt for 8 v 8 (7 v 7 + GK).

For the 12s this will be much better and I think the 7 on the field mean 7v7 plus GK


In addition to field dimensions, (2) I'm very curious about what the diminishing returns may be ... given the presence of the additional "field" player.

It's not absolutely clear that one model trumps the other ... or is it?

I don't think it can be definitive that one model trumps the other, but moreso how a coach use the players within the model he/she chooses.

With the introduction of the SSG and a standardized field size, what do you think about also introducing specific system of play (maybe a choice from 3 systems?)

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« Reply #17 on: October 31, 2013, 10:18:47 AM »
Could you imagine 350 U12 teams in this Primary school league,i wonder who coaching these kids,the thing is they are being coached by some sports teacher who may or may not have played the game,what a way to get introduced to the game we all started this way.

In the US I am pretty sure that over 95% of the players are introduced to the game by a parent who has never really seen the game, played or have an idea of the rules. A PE teacher in T&T will at least "know" the game. So this is a huge plus.

At this stage who cares about tactics,the kids just want to get out there and play.I wish they could adopt similar programs to what they have in the US,in the US they have Soccer for kids from 3 yrs old,ball size,field size,number of players etc etc are age appropriate, my hope is that guys like Sheldon who have been exposed to that kind of development can introduce it here,it's what have US Soccer so strong.

Some Tactics at the U12 level needs to be understood (dealing here with players who are looking to a future in the game) eg. principles of play maybe a good way to go.
True, we need to get a rec program going ( I think some areas are doing it), maybe TTFA assist in some type of subsidies?


In T&T i've always said the best place to start is in the schools,you don't have to go looking for kids they are already there,350 teams check how many kids preparing for SSFL.


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« Reply #18 on: October 31, 2013, 10:45:13 AM »
Could you imagine 350 U12 teams in this Primary school league,i wonder who coaching these kids,the thing is they are being coached by some sports teacher who may or may not have played the game,what a way to get introduced to the game we all started this way.

In the US I am pretty sure that over 95% of the players are introduced to the game by a parent who has never really seen the game, played or have an idea of the rules. A PE teacher in T&T will at least "know" the game. So this is a huge plus.

At this stage who cares about tactics,the kids just want to get out there and play.I wish they could adopt similar programs to what they have in the US,in the US they have Soccer for kids from 3 yrs old,ball size,field size,number of players etc etc are age appropriate, my hope is that guys like Sheldon who have been exposed to that kind of development can introduce it here,it's what have US Soccer so strong.

Some Tactics at the U12 level needs to be understood (dealing here with players who are looking to a future in the game) eg. principles of play maybe a good way to go.
True, we need to get a rec program going ( I think some areas are doing it), maybe TTFA assist in some type of subsidies?


In T&T i've always said the best place to start is in the schools,you don't have to go looking for kids they are already there,350 teams check how many kids preparing for SSFL.


The official line is a gradual introduction of tactics, but, observing some teams play, it's evident that coaches interpret the technical/tactical mix and 'gradually' in a range of ways. Who cares about tactics could have a retarding effect on players looking to advance in the game ... so too could overkill. The reality is yuh cyah survive out there disregarding tactics (on or off the field). Even from the most cynical of views under which parents flee from one club to another, driven by results ... yuh cyah disregard tactics. At this stage, tactical facets are recommended to constitute 20% of training.

For instance, according to current US Soccer protocol:

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Pre-pubescent players from age 9 to 12 years have a special ability to learn. Therefore, this is the right age to work on specific soccer techniques and skills. Developing good technique is essential at this age.

1v1 and 2v1 attacking and defending situations are important to develop individual skills as well as the passing techniques to develop the necessary team game. Use small-sided games to develop basic attacking and defensive principles.

Other important aspects of tactical training are possession, combination play, transition and finishing in the final third, as well as zonal defending. Players will rotate in two or three different positions to avoid early specialization.

Speed, coordination, balance and agility are the main physical aspects to improve at this stage.


Some cultural distinctions likely exist in how tactical training is incorporated. Also, some areas are more difficult for young players to absorb. For instance, universally they get 'retreat', but 'recovery'? ... understandably not so much.
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« Reply #19 on: October 31, 2013, 11:57:50 AM »
I think in T&T our kids start to pick up on the game too late,that's why you will find training includes a little bit of everything,for instance at the 8/9/10 ages emphasis must be placed on techniques and skills,before that kids just do their own thing.

In the US the models they have are stipulated by the USSF,all clubs,associations etc are mandated to follow these guidelines,when Coaches attend those lisence courses that's what shown to them,don't think the US are as backward as they used to be,parents may not know but their Coaches are knowledgeable.

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« Reply #20 on: November 01, 2013, 06:17:34 AM »
Well said coops, I have been saying this forever, we need to operate under ONE UMBRELLA, and law that everyone follow. The TTFA needs to police all football in the country.

To much small leagues in T&T with different rules and bosses.

T&T will keep dropping further until they start doing things better.

Everyone have their own agenda.

There are to many dictators in T&T also, from Parliament to Sports.

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« Reply #21 on: November 01, 2013, 12:12:17 PM »
I think in T&T our kids start to pick up on the game too late,that's why you will find training includes a little bit of everything,for instance at the 8/9/10 ages emphasis must be placed on techniques and skills,before that kids just do their own thing.

In the US the models they have are stipulated by the USSF,all clubs,associations etc are mandated to follow these guidelines,when Coaches attend those lisence courses that's what shown to them,don't think the US are as backward as they used to be,parents may not know but their Coaches are knowledgeable.

The USSF cannot mandate they make recommendations. There are still places in the US playing 11v11 at the U12. Some places play offside at U10 and others don't.
The USSF has a model for clubs to follow if they so choose, but they cannot demand that clubs follow exactly what they prescribe.
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« Reply #22 on: November 01, 2013, 01:18:59 PM »
I think in T&T our kids start to pick up on the game too late,that's why you will find training includes a little bit of everything,for instance at the 8/9/10 ages emphasis must be placed on techniques and skills,before that kids just do their own thing.

In the US the models they have are stipulated by the USSF,all clubs,associations etc are mandated to follow these guidelines,when Coaches attend those lisence courses that's what shown to them,don't think the US are as backward as they used to be,parents may not know but their Coaches are knowledgeable.

The USSF cannot mandate they make recommendations. There are still places in the US playing 11v11 at the U12. Some places play offside at U10 and others don't.
The USSF has a model for clubs to follow if they so choose, but they cannot demand that clubs follow exactly what they prescribe.
      If you are associated or belong to the USSF(USSF lisence etc) it's mandated that you follow instructions sent out to you,in the US 11v11 starts at U12 it's not just some places,from what i know all places play off-sides at U10,these are instructions from USSF.You might notice US teams they all play a certain way.
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« Reply #23 on: November 01, 2013, 05:03:08 PM »
I think in T&T our kids start to pick up on the game too late,that's why you will find training includes a little bit of everything,for instance at the 8/9/10 ages emphasis must be placed on techniques and skills,before that kids just do their own thing.

In the US the models they have are stipulated by the USSF,all clubs,associations etc are mandated to follow these guidelines,when Coaches attend those lisence courses that's what shown to them,don't think the US are as backward as they used to be,parents may not know but their Coaches are knowledgeable.

The USSF cannot mandate they make recommendations. There are still places in the US playing 11v11 at the U12. Some places play offside at U10 and others don't.
The USSF has a model for clubs to follow if they so choose, but they cannot demand that clubs follow exactly what they prescribe.
      If you are associated or belong to the USSF(USSF lisence etc) it's mandated that you follow instructions sent out to you,in the US 11v11 starts at U12 it's not just some places,from what i know all places play off-sides at U10,these are instructions from USSF.You might notice US teams they all play a certain way.

Coops, how does the USSF supervise /enforce these mandates?

11v11 is recommended by the USSF to start at the U13 age group.
8v8/9v9 for U11 and U12 (7/8 & GK)
6v6 for U9 and U10 (5 & GK)

There are USSF affiliated organizations that do not play offside at u10
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« Reply #24 on: November 01, 2013, 07:09:35 PM »
I think in T&T our kids start to pick up on the game too late,that's why you will find training includes a little bit of everything,for instance at the 8/9/10 ages emphasis must be placed on techniques and skills,before that kids just do their own thing.

In the US the models they have are stipulated by the USSF,all clubs,associations etc are mandated to follow these guidelines,when Coaches attend those lisence courses that's what shown to them,don't think the US are as backward as they used to be,parents may not know but their Coaches are knowledgeable.

The USSF cannot mandate they make recommendations. There are still places in the US playing 11v11 at the U12. Some places play offside at U10 and others don't.
The USSF has a model for clubs to follow if they so choose, but they cannot demand that clubs follow exactly what they prescribe.
      If you are associated or belong to the USSF(USSF lisence etc) it's mandated that you follow instructions sent out to you,in the US 11v11 starts at U12 it's not just some places,from what i know all places play off-sides at U10,these are instructions from USSF.You might notice US teams they all play a certain way.

Coops, how does the USSF supervise /enforce these mandates?

11v11 is recommended by the USSF to start at the U13 age group.
8v8/9v9 for U11 and U12 (7/8 & GK)
6v6 for U9 and U10 (5 & GK)

There are USSF affiliated organizations that do not play offside at u10
       Elan,i'm not going to argue with you on this,this will be my last bit on this topic. I coached all these age groups during my time in the US,the last team i coached before i left was U12 boys,i was also the technical director for a club at one time.

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« Reply #25 on: November 01, 2013, 07:24:33 PM »
Elan,i'm sorry you might be correct,i am only baseing my knowledge on the way things are done in Virginia,Maryland and Washington DC.

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« Reply #26 on: November 05, 2013, 03:13:42 AM »
Primary schools U-11 tourney reaches last 8.
T&T Express Reports.


For the first time in the history of the Atlantic Primary School Football League, Under-11 national champions will be crowned.

Over the past months, schools have been vying for the position of champion zonal team in  one of the eight education districts in Trinidad and Tobago.

From a total 500 teams which competed in the inaugural Under-11 boys competition, the top eight are now set to battle today for national supremacy.

The top teams include Tobago’s Bon Accord Government, Victoria’s San Fernando Boys RC, Port of Spain’s Sacred Heart Boy’s RC, South Eastern champions, Moruga Boys RC, North Eastern victors, and Sangre Grande Government School.

 Today, action will see Bon Accord Government at home to San Fernando Boys RC at Shaw Park in Tobago, beginning at 10:00am.

In Port of Spain at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Sacred Heart Boys RC will host Moruga RC in what is expected to be a very competitive game which also begins at 10:00 o’clock.

Sangre Grande Government will take on the winners of the clash between Montrose Government and Carapichaima RC at the Arima Velodrome, before Siparia Boys RC meet  the winners of the East St George match between  Arima New Government and Tunapuna Boys RC.

The Under-15 Girls championship will take place tomorrow at three venues.

St George East winners, St. Mary Children’s Home will travel to Tobago to take on Tobago champs Mason Hall at Shaw Park at 10:00am.

Other games in the Girls category will see Port of Spain Champions Carenage Government taking on Longdenville Government at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Moruga RC will oppose Penal RC at Guracara Park in Marabella at 10.00am before North Eastern champions Manzanilla Government tackle the Victoria champs Vos Government at 11:00am in the second match of the doube-header at Guaracara.

Today’s fixtures:

Under 11 Boy’s:
(15 minutes a half, 10-minute intervals)

Sacred Heart Boys RC vs Moruga RC, Hasely Crawford Stadium, 10am.

Sangre Grande Government vs Caroni, Arima Velodrome, 10am.

Siparia Boys  RC vs East St George, Arima Velodrome, 11am.

Bon Accord Government vs San Fernando Boys RC, Shaw Park, 10 am

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Today’s fixtures:

Under 11 Boy’s:
(15 minutes a half, 10-minute intervals)

Sacred Heart Boys RC vs Moruga RC, Hasely Crawford Stadium, 10am.

Sangre Grande Government vs Caroni, Arima Velodrome, 10am.

Siparia Boys  RC vs East St George, Arima Velodrome, 11am.

Bon Accord Government vs San Fernando Boys RC, Shaw Park, 10 am

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« Reply #28 on: November 06, 2013, 03:03:08 AM »
Sando Boys into Primary football semis.
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San Fernando Boys Roman Catholic edged Bon Accord Government 2-1 on kicks from the penalty mark in their boys under 11 quarter-final clash of the Atlantic LNG National Primary Schools Football League at Jubilee Park, Sangster Hill,Tobago yesterday.

Both teams were deadlocked at 0-0 after full time and ten minutes of extra time. San Fernando were on the attack in the first half as Molik Khan, Kern Small, Antonio Gomez and Dantaye Gilbert all pressed for the opening goal, but Kyron Melville marshalled the Bon Accord defence well.   

For Bon Accord, Nigel Burnett and Oshea Williams led the striking but the first half ended goal-less. 

In the second period Adrian Lashley has a shot in the 17th minute from the top of the San Fernando’s penalty area but the ball went over the top. Six minutes later Lashley again had a chance to get this team’s first when his free kick hit the crossbar and went out. In response Gilbert, Khan and Gomez pressured Bon Accord’s defence, but could not find the back of the net. At the end of 30 minutes of full time both teams were without a goal.

In the shootout, San Fernando goalkeeper Keane Subero became the hero for the Victoria district champions as he denied Bon Accord and slotted in their first goal. The match was decided when Jesiah Thomas converted from the spot and watched Lashley miss the final shot to send San Fernando’s team and supporters jumping for joy.

Speaking after the victory, San Fernando coach Wayne Caesar said the game was the hardest for his team for the season and added that his side was lucky to win.

“Bon Accord played a really good team. The game was a good one. A Primary school match played at such a level augurs well for football in the country. Some games you need luck and I think we had ours today.”

San Fernando Boys pip Bon Accord for semis spot.
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SAN Fernando Boys’ Roman Catholic edged Bon Accord Government 2-1 on penalty kicks in their boys under 11 quarter-final clash of the Atlantic LNG National Primary Schools Football League at Jubilee Park, Sangster Hill, Tobago yesterday.

San Fernando were on the attack in the first half as Molik Khan, Kern Small, Antonio Gomez and Dantaye Gilbert all pressed for the opening goal but Kyron Melville marshalled the Bon Accord defence perfectly.

For Bon Accord, Nigel Burnett and Oshea Williams led in offence but the first half ended goalless.

In the second period Adrian Lashley blazed over after seeing an opening at goal from on top the penalty area. And moments later Lashley’s curling free kick cannoned off the crossbar before going out.

In response Gilbert, Khan and Gomez pressured Bon Accord’s defence but could not find the back of the net. At the end of 30 minutes of full time both teams were goalless and needed an additional ten minutes to try and break the deadlock.

In the first half of extra-time Bon Accord found some extra wind in their sails with Burnette and Williams leading the charge. Emeka Moses got a shot on goal in the first minute but Keane Subero kept it out of the San Fernando goal.

Small and Gilbert continued to press in search of San Fernando’s opening goal in the second period of extra time but could not find a way through the sturdy Bon Accord defence which meant that the result had to be settled from the penalty mark. The Bon Accord boys took an early lead in the kicks from Burnette and he though they had one foot into the semi final as San Fernando’s first kick from the spot was missed by Gilbert.

The Tobago boys missed the second shot from the PK spot as San Fernando also missed their second kick.

However Bon Accord would missed its third kick and saw the San Fernando boys draw level when drilled his shot past the goalkeeper.

The poor shooting from the penalty mark continued with both teams missing their fourth shot. But Josiah Thomas scored the fifth penalty for San Fernando and watched as Lashley attempt to equalise for Bon Accord, was saved by the goalkeeper.

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« Reply #29 on: November 06, 2013, 05:14:27 AM »
Come on Boys RC. Go all de way!
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