Energy To Burn

Our second game this weekend saw us up against a revamped Surrey WFC team (vs last years team). The Surrey team probably captures many of the Surrey FC, Langley and maybe even some of the Abbotsford and Chilliwack players.

From the first whistle we played a very good game positionally. You essentially kept your shape throughout the match regardless of the formation we were playing ... or Surrey was playing. Surrey started with a 4-5-1 formation and when down the goal moved to a more aggressive formation with 3 forwards.

Our pressure on the Surrey defence in the second half caused them great difficulty and they gave up numerous corner kicks (approx. 6) and some very scrambled play in their 6 yard box which ultimately lead to a hand ball and our goal (great placement Nikki). All players had a very good game.

The coaching staff was very pleased with your play - the LISA Technical Director Andrew Latham thought you played well with some great high pressure from our forwards and midfielders. Finally, as Nigel said ... "Four of a possible six points this weekend against some very strong competition, well done. It was music to my ears to hear many of you ask for training to continue over the break."

A bit about Surrey's 4-5-1 Formation:

The 4-5-1 is a defensive formation; however if the two midfield wingers play a more attacking role it can be likened to 4-3-3. The formation can be used to grind out 0-0 draws or preserve a lead, as the packing of the centre midfield makes it difficult for the opposition to build-up play. Because of the 'closeness' of the midfield, the opposing team's forwards will often be starved of possession. However, due to the lone striker, the centre of the midfield does have the responsibility of pushing forward as well. The defensive midfielder will often control the pace of the game