HISTORY TO BE REVEALED IN THE FUTURE.

The all star all Ireland select is aiming for five in a row. Australia is aiming for one in a row. Either way history will be made in Broome’s premier International sporting spectacular; the fifth annual Delgado St Patrick’s Day Challenge Shield Trophy Cup.
The Broome Soccer Association has once again compulsory acquired their spiritual home, Male Oval, for the game. It’s a ground Ireland know well. Many experts believe the Irish will have what it takes - mainly the luck of themselves, a referee in green, and the support of ancient Celtic rules - to clinch the title. Again.
Irish captain Mike Doyle said there had been all manner of unfounded accusation cast at his side in the past, some landing near his front. But in a show of good faith Ireland had agreed to some rule changes. Games will now be played over four thirds, rather than three halves and the controversial two Irish goalkeeper rule has been dropped, but Doyle believed they were mentally prepared for the occasion despite the alterations to the rules. “Everyone is aware no team has been able to win five in a row, mainly due to the two nations only clashing on four occasions,” he said. “But playing a fifth match probably definitely gives us a chance.”
The Australian side did make inroads last year with Shane Bilston becoming the first Aussie to win the coveted player of the match bag of potatoes. But the side have had a controversial build up with team captain Gaz Vickery caught up in a burnt sausage scandal. Anti Gaz slogans have sprung up in the weeks leading up to the game with fans brandishing No Gaz placards in public demonstrations.
Just how much that will dent the canary yellow chances will be revealed on Saturday. Kick off is at 9am March 19. Tickets: free or nearest offer. All welcome. Even the English.

Fixtures Round 3 March 9th

MENS
6:10 Barbarians v FC Meatworks Referee: Footsoldiers
The Red Army v Retiring Royals Referee: Sporting G
7:00 Broome City v Footsoldiers Referee: The Red Army
Sporting G v Racing G Referee: Barbarians

WOMENS
6:10 Blue Balls v FC Shamrocks Referee: Shamrocks SG
Nancy Girls v Disco Ninjas Referee: Flying Nancys
7:00 Flying Nancys v Shamrocks SG Referee: FC Shamrocks

Mens and Womens results

Mens Round 2:
Broome City 10 def FC Meatworks 2
Barbarians 12 def The Red Army 2
Foot Soldiers 9 def Racing Guantanamo 2
Retiring Royals 7 def Sporting Guantanamo 4

Womens Round 2:
Flying Nancys 13 def Broome Heart 5
Shamrock SG 9 def Blue Balls 2
FC Shamrocks 2 draw Disco Ninjas FC 2
Great games ladies!!

Mens Futsal Round 1

The Start of the season has begun and the mens scores as follows:

Barbarians 7 def Broome City 0
Sporting Guantanamo 5 drw The Red Army 5
Foot Soldiers 4 def The Royals 2
Meatworks 13 def Racing Guantanamo 2

THE FUTURE IS IN YOUR HANDS

Due to the increasing popularity of the Broome Soccer Association a special meeting will be heldto discuss the future direction of the Association. Have your say on the direction of your sport.BRAC meeting room.Monday, February 28th 2011. 5pm – 7.30pm. All welcome.For details and to RSVP contact Mike Doyle 0488 063 639....

Season Kick begins

This wednesday kicks off the season so be at BRAC from 6pm 2nd of Feb.Who can eat the most sausages during the social post game warm down? Who will bring the most new players into the association? Who will have the league’s most stunning kit? Who will win the prize for most original wittiest team name? Does Alan Armstrong’s team have more big name signings than Manchester City ? Will a team of English expats really be allowed in the league? How many injuries will I have before the season begins?



6pm this Wednesday 2nd Feb at BRAC bring a friend or three and find out.



Mike Doyle BSA el presidente