Confessions of an Undisguised Drama Queen

Thursday, December 30, 2004

We are the Champions

I've paid my dues
Time after time
I've done my sentence
But committed no crime
And bad mistakes
I've made a few
I've had my share of sand
Kicked in my face
But i've come through
And i need to go on and on and on and on

We are the champions - my friend
And we'll keep on fighting till the end
We are the champions
We are the champions
No time for losers
'cause we are the champions of the world

I've taken my bows
And my curtain calls
You've bought me fame and fortune
And everything that goes with it

Reigning Powerhouse of Hockey!!!
After our girls' semi-finals match (which we won), the guys were up against Hall 3 for the champion title. Having won the last year, we were all hyped up and full of excitement for our guys to defend their title.

Ghazi was back in action today and as Jacq mentioned, he does have a calming effect on the guys. With him around, they know that the gold medal is within their grasp. Playing the game skilfully, our players were steady and composed. The defence was strong and flawless - Hall 3 had no possible chance of scoring. On the other hand, with the superb manoeuvring of the ball, Ghazi managed to score the winning goal.

I have never screamed so much in my life. At least I don't remember ever screaming so hard.

I'm so impressed with the guys' teamwork and vigor. I'm more impressed with Ghazi's aptitude! It's the first time I'm seeing him on the pitch and I tell you, when I was watching him play, I was practically gaping in awe.

Hall 3 had no chance at all. Midway of the match, after Ghazi scored the goal, a very flustered and agitated Hall 3 captain started screaming at his players to mark the f***ing attackers. With that kind of attitude, they were not fit to win.

The girls' finals which followed went on in the midst of a heavy downpour. We were faced with a very strong opposing team, Hall 2, which has 4 hockey IVP players. But Peiting said this to encourage us, " We also have IVP players what... don't be afraid of them ok!" (but of course the IVP players we have were not from hockey... haha)

With blurred visions, we tried our best to defend our goal against the very aggresive Hall 2 players. Very unfortunately, they managed to score a goal within the first half.

After that, they were very tight on their defence and although there were a few chances for us to score, they were all futile attempts. Although the match ended with us losing 0-1, I believe that we ARE already champions having come this far.

I'm really delighted to be able to play with such a wonderful team. The feeling of facing the game together, working together and supporting each other is something that I rarely get. It's completely different from playing squash whereby I'm facing my opponent on my own.

Hockey girls, you have been amazing! I've had so much joy playing with you all. Thank you for the invaluable experience. Let's come back again next year and reach for the gold medal!

PS: For the related photos, do check out my 2nd photo site. Will upload them very soon! Check out the pic of my idols and I!!!!

[Time of Confession] 8:55 PM
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1 Comments:

Peiting said...: Hey! Peiting here! dropping by..heh.. Thanks for such a wonderful experience too. I had a lot of fun and theres really no better way to end my last IH. Fight hard next year. You girls can do it! Afterall, we have so many ivp players leh, not scared of anyone!! *winkz*
Put a gd fight for squash next Mon, yes shes strong but u got to give her a tough time! besides, you nv know wats gg to happen!!! JIA YOU!; 10:14 PM