Dear friends and readers,
I was having dinner with my wife and sons planning how the final day would progress to see if the team can win the gold.
The day started well except there was this bugging question as to why we were being asked to play at the courts where the NSW and Victorian teams had been playing the last 2 days. It would have been better if a neutral court was selected by the organisers.
The 1st game was lost by Xiang and Amos. The boys were quite tense. They managed to turn the tables around and won the next set 14-21. The final match went to a tie break and Xiang played the winner to the relief of all the players, parents, coach, manager and supporters.
Meanwhile Eunice and Phing also won their doubles but with less stress.
The next game was between Austin Yu and Amos. Amos had just finished a 3 setter and the advice to him was to have a rest. He refused and insisted on playing straight away. He proceeded to lose 21-17 after fighting valiantly. This was looking crucial. He lost the 2nd set again at 21-18 although he looked more comfortable for the 2nd set.
Phing managed a win against Tiffany Ho making it 3-1 in our favour.
The next game was between Eunice Lee and Janet Son. Eunice fought strongly but could not win losing at 21-19 and 21-17. What a waste. We were now in trouble.
Dennis came on next and played Jonathan Sha. He got off to a good start but started trailing at 15 before losing 21-19. The 2nd set was also a loss at 21-17.
This meant we were 3 all. Amos and Phing then played their mixed doubles. They were unable to find themselves and lost 21-11 and 21-16. They just could not find the fire. However Phing and Amos have been the pillar of the team winning most of their matches to get the team where they are.
It was then left to Tyzton and Silvi. Tyzton and Silvi had not played any games the whole morning. There was no time to warm up and they proceeded to lose 21-6 in the first set. The 2nd set was a closer game but they still lost at 21-14. What a waste for the WA team.
We now had to win Victoria 1 convincingly. Was it possible. Were we aiming too high? I always believe in aiming higher and thinking positive. That is how I have lived my life. You can only disappoint yourself if you set yourself a low goal. Aim for the stars, and if you have tried your best and not get there, it does not matter if you have tried. I try at all times to inculcate that to my boys.
NSW Thunder (VNT01) - Western Australia (VNT06):
The game against Victoria
We all had a rest to re assess the situation. The voices were hoarse from all the shouting.
The first game was again played by Xiang and Amos. Xiang has been a stable player producing results when needed. Was he able to get Amos across the line. The 1st game was close at 21-19. It was close and both boys played with their hearts. They managed to win the 2nd set at 21-19. It was a close call. They then proceeded to play the decider. A win would set the tone for the next few matches. Despite playing with all their hearts, they lost at 21-18.
We could not ask more of Xiang.
The next match was between Eunice and Phing against Joy Lai and Alice Wu. It was a very very close fight but WA lost 23-21 and 22-20. The girls tried their best but could not get over the line.
Amos then played next against Andre Zopf. Amos won the first set at 21-18 but had to battle all the way. Andre is the tallest boy in the comp. The next set could have been won but Amos lost concentration and lost at 21-16. That meant another 3 setter and you could see his parents getting palpitations. Amos valiantly went on to win at 20-22. He has been the star of the competition for WA.
We were now 2-1 down. Phing could not win against her arch rival Joy Lai or recreate her brilliance from last year when she beat Joy in 3 sets.
It was down to Dennis and Eunice to see if they could get us a better medal then bronze.
It was not to be. Dennis fought hard but lost in 2 sets to Kunal Patel. Dennis played his heart out and has contributed so much to his team quietly.
Eunice then played Alice Wu but was unable to control Alice losing 21-14 and 21-16.
The mixed doubles was again played by Amos and Phing. They played well but could not win after fighting to deuce and losing 24-22 in the 1st set. They managed to win the 2nd set at 18-21. However they ran out of steam and lost the last set.
It was the final game and we knew we had to be content with bronze.Tyzton and Silvi still went out to play with their hearts. They won the 1st set at 22-24 after many close calls and a lot of diving by Tyzton. The 2nd set was won by Victoria at 21-19. This was another nail biter but they lost finally at 21-14.
That was the end of the team event and we made history by winning bronze. The history would have been sweeter if we had won a better medal.
The players have tried their best and the supporters today were great. We also need to acknowledge the contribution of Olivia although she had to sit out both matches today. Maybe playing her might have been a better choice for the mixed doubles. But, that is a question I am unable to answer.
All the players have shown character well above and beyond their ages.
Many friends and parents turned up today to support the team and we thank them. We just wished a better show had been given but they all know the players played with their hearts and gave everything they had.
Thanks to Ailing for all her coaching and encouragement during the games. She should be proud to have brought the team to a bronze medal and making history.
Nick Kidd was also around to give advice and we have to thank him too.
We also need to thank Annie the umpire and Steve our manager. Good work guys.
That's not the end though. We now have the individual events. That goes on for another 3 days and promises to be as exciting.
So see you guys there tomorrow.
Ps. I came home and saw my boy's school report cards. Despite all their training and competitions, they are still doing well at school. That is such a comfort and I know they are going to do well in their adult lives when they can balance work and play.
Comments from Freddie Chew and Zul all the way from Malaysia who have been following the team:
Victoria 1 (VNT03) - Western Australia (VNT06):
I was having dinner with my wife and sons planning how the final day would progress to see if the team can win the gold.
The day started well except there was this bugging question as to why we were being asked to play at the courts where the NSW and Victorian teams had been playing the last 2 days. It would have been better if a neutral court was selected by the organisers.
The 1st game was lost by Xiang and Amos. The boys were quite tense. They managed to turn the tables around and won the next set 14-21. The final match went to a tie break and Xiang played the winner to the relief of all the players, parents, coach, manager and supporters.
Meanwhile Eunice and Phing also won their doubles but with less stress.
The next game was between Austin Yu and Amos. Amos had just finished a 3 setter and the advice to him was to have a rest. He refused and insisted on playing straight away. He proceeded to lose 21-17 after fighting valiantly. This was looking crucial. He lost the 2nd set again at 21-18 although he looked more comfortable for the 2nd set.
Phing managed a win against Tiffany Ho making it 3-1 in our favour.
The next game was between Eunice Lee and Janet Son. Eunice fought strongly but could not win losing at 21-19 and 21-17. What a waste. We were now in trouble.
Dennis came on next and played Jonathan Sha. He got off to a good start but started trailing at 15 before losing 21-19. The 2nd set was also a loss at 21-17.
This meant we were 3 all. Amos and Phing then played their mixed doubles. They were unable to find themselves and lost 21-11 and 21-16. They just could not find the fire. However Phing and Amos have been the pillar of the team winning most of their matches to get the team where they are.
It was then left to Tyzton and Silvi. Tyzton and Silvi had not played any games the whole morning. There was no time to warm up and they proceeded to lose 21-6 in the first set. The 2nd set was a closer game but they still lost at 21-14. What a waste for the WA team.
We now had to win Victoria 1 convincingly. Was it possible. Were we aiming too high? I always believe in aiming higher and thinking positive. That is how I have lived my life. You can only disappoint yourself if you set yourself a low goal. Aim for the stars, and if you have tried your best and not get there, it does not matter if you have tried. I try at all times to inculcate that to my boys.
NSW Thunder (VNT01) - Western Australia (VNT06): 5-3
| Time: | Wed 10/5/2011 12:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Draw: | Val Nesbitt Trophy State - Play offs 1 to 3 Pool G |
| Score: |
| Order | Event | NSW Thunder (VNT01) | - | Western Australia (VNT06) | Score | Points | Duration | ||||||
| 1 | MD |
| - |
| 0-1 | 0:27 | |||||||
| 2 | WD |
| - |
| 0-1 | 0:30 | |||||||
| 3 | MS1 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:20 | |||||||
| 4 | MS2 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:22 | |||||||
| 5 | WS1 |
| - |
| 0-1 | 0:20 | |||||||
| 6 | WS2 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:23 | |||||||
| 7 | XD1 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:20 | |||||||
| 8 | XD2 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:17 |
The game against Victoria
We all had a rest to re assess the situation. The voices were hoarse from all the shouting.
The first game was again played by Xiang and Amos. Xiang has been a stable player producing results when needed. Was he able to get Amos across the line. The 1st game was close at 21-19. It was close and both boys played with their hearts. They managed to win the 2nd set at 21-19. It was a close call. They then proceeded to play the decider. A win would set the tone for the next few matches. Despite playing with all their hearts, they lost at 21-18.
We could not ask more of Xiang.
The next match was between Eunice and Phing against Joy Lai and Alice Wu. It was a very very close fight but WA lost 23-21 and 22-20. The girls tried their best but could not get over the line.
Amos then played next against Andre Zopf. Amos won the first set at 21-18 but had to battle all the way. Andre is the tallest boy in the comp. The next set could have been won but Amos lost concentration and lost at 21-16. That meant another 3 setter and you could see his parents getting palpitations. Amos valiantly went on to win at 20-22. He has been the star of the competition for WA.
We were now 2-1 down. Phing could not win against her arch rival Joy Lai or recreate her brilliance from last year when she beat Joy in 3 sets.
It was down to Dennis and Eunice to see if they could get us a better medal then bronze.
It was not to be. Dennis fought hard but lost in 2 sets to Kunal Patel. Dennis played his heart out and has contributed so much to his team quietly.
Eunice then played Alice Wu but was unable to control Alice losing 21-14 and 21-16.
The mixed doubles was again played by Amos and Phing. They played well but could not win after fighting to deuce and losing 24-22 in the 1st set. They managed to win the 2nd set at 18-21. However they ran out of steam and lost the last set.
It was the final game and we knew we had to be content with bronze.Tyzton and Silvi still went out to play with their hearts. They won the 1st set at 22-24 after many close calls and a lot of diving by Tyzton. The 2nd set was won by Victoria at 21-19. This was another nail biter but they lost finally at 21-14.
That was the end of the team event and we made history by winning bronze. The history would have been sweeter if we had won a better medal.
The players have tried their best and the supporters today were great. We also need to acknowledge the contribution of Olivia although she had to sit out both matches today. Maybe playing her might have been a better choice for the mixed doubles. But, that is a question I am unable to answer.
All the players have shown character well above and beyond their ages.
Many friends and parents turned up today to support the team and we thank them. We just wished a better show had been given but they all know the players played with their hearts and gave everything they had.
Thanks to Ailing for all her coaching and encouragement during the games. She should be proud to have brought the team to a bronze medal and making history.
Nick Kidd was also around to give advice and we have to thank him too.
We also need to thank Annie the umpire and Steve our manager. Good work guys.
That's not the end though. We now have the individual events. That goes on for another 3 days and promises to be as exciting.
So see you guys there tomorrow.
Ps. I came home and saw my boy's school report cards. Despite all their training and competitions, they are still doing well at school. That is such a comfort and I know they are going to do well in their adult lives when they can balance work and play.
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| The Bronze winner WA |
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| NSW Thunder Silver medalist |
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| Victoria 1 Gold medal winners |
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| Future Stars, The gold winner of the Regional games |
Comments from Freddie Chew and Zul all the way from Malaysia who have been following the team:
Dear Raymond,
Never mind about the Bronze.
What really matters is that your son, Tyz and his fellow team mates have made
history for WA by emerging as medal contenders for the Under 15's campaign and
all of you ought to be very proud of their achievements. So once again,
"Well Done Kids!!"
And as for you parents and also
those who are involved in one way or the other in this tournament, I must say your
support and encouragement to the players are both heartening and inspiring.
And as for you Raymond, your
unstinting effort in providing a continuous coverage of the events in your blog
despite your heavy work load and busy schedules is equally to be commended as
it sure gets me all interested in wanting to know how the kids are progressing?
And last but not least, here's
wishing Tyz and his fellow team mates all the very best in the individual
events.
Kind regards,
Freddie
Congratulations to the WA team!! You
guys made history for WA.
Regards
Zulkifli Jafar
RASHID ZULKIFLI
Advocates & Solicitors
D2-5-5, Block D
Solaris Dutamas
No. 1, Jalan Dutamas 1
50480 Kuala Lumpur
Victoria 1 (VNT03) - Western Australia (VNT06): 7-1
| Time: | Wed 10/5/2011 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Draw: | Val Nesbitt Trophy State - Play offs 1 to 3 Pool G |
| Score: |
| Order | Event | Victoria 1 (VNT03) | - | Western Australia (VNT06) | Score | Points | Duration | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | MD |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:35 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | WD |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3 | MS1 |
| - |
| 0-1 | 0:43 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4 | MS2 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:25 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5 | WS1 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6 | WS2 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:23 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 7 | XD1 |
| - |
| 1-0 | 0:40 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8 | XD2 |
| - |
| 1-0 |
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