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Post by levendara on Mar 28, 2012 16:22:39 GMT 10
Established: 1957
NSL Minor Premiership (3): 1986 (Nthn Div), 1996/1997, 1998/1999
NSL Runner Up (3) 1988, 1996/1997, 1998/1999
NSL Cups (1): 1987 (Winners), 1994 (Runner Up)
NSWPL/NSW 1st Division Champions (4): 1977, 1982, 1983, 2006
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Post by levendara on Mar 28, 2012 16:23:51 GMT 10
Insight: Sydney United 58
19.03.12 09:50
The Team: Sydney United 58 remain one of the strongest sides leading into the 2012 NSW Premier League. The Reds have managed to keep the majority of last season’s fine performing group together, with the loss of experienced duo Ufuk Talay and Mark Rudan replaced with some young, yet reliable talents, in the form of Stjepan Paric, Jarrod Lum and Mitchell Stamatellis.
Coach Jean-Paul De Marigny’s football philosophy has always been one of fast paced, attacking football, and with the additions made to the squad this season, goals aplenty will be expected of the Reds.
Vedran Janjetovic has been confirmed in goal for another season following his strong displays at Edensor Park with Michael Cindric to marshall the defensive line.
In midfield, De Marigny will have some tough decisions to make with the high quality of players at his disposal. Captain Ivo Bosnar will guarantee the work ethic he brings each time he takes the field, meanwhile the likes of Ante Tomic, Mitchell Thompson, Stjepan Paric and Petar Markovic will be expected to provide the strikers with many goal scoring opportunities.
Leading the strike force, lethal marksman Luka Glavas will again line up for the Reds with partners in crime Ben Vidaic and Elsid Barkhousir also expected to pitch in with their share of the goals this season.
In all, the Reds are arguably the least changed squad from last season, something De Marigny will hope to take full advantage of with a positive start to the campaign come Round 1.
The Coach: Jean-Paul De Marigny’s return to Sydney United 58 last season proved a successful one with the former NSW Institute of Sport, Australian Under-17 Joeys and Newcastle Jets’ Assistant coach leading his side to the grand final.
JP’s tenacity and pure determination were traits supporters of the old NSL witnessed when the former left-sided defender stormed up and down the flanks for Sydney City, Marconi Stallions, APIA-Leichhardt and Sydney Olympic over his playing career, similar traits that he has now brought to his coaching.
Player to watch: Steve Hayes was instrumental in Sydney United’s run towards the grand final last season with his tireless efforts throughout the campaign. Hayes’ goal scoring ability and all round movement out of midfield to feed the strikers proved a nightmare for opposing defences to stop.
The Reds number 10 was eagerly sought after by a number of clubs, though the Reds managed to hold onto their playmaker for another season. Coach Jean-Paul De Marigny will again look towards his ever reliable midfielder to act as linchpin between the midfield and the strikers.
Rising Star: Stjepan Paric is another emerging talent in the NSW Premier League, and following his breakthrough season at South Coast Wolves in 2011 – where the youngster cemented his spot in the first grade side – clubs across the State made a dash for his signature.
Sydney United moved quickest, swooping for Paric’s signature, a move that no doubt whets the appetite of the Reds’ supporters for the upcoming season. The midfielder will be a further bolster to the Reds midfield, following the departure of Ufuk Talay. Paric’s ability to score and create goals, with a decent set piece delivery, signal that the future is bright for Sydney United.
Sydney United 58 Squad 2012
1. Vedran Janjetovic (GK)
2. Mitchell Speer
3. Tomislav Mijic
4. Michael Cindric
5. Ben Jurman
6. Mitchell Stamatellis
7. Todd Brodie
8. Jarrod Lum
9. Elsid Barkhousir
10. Steve Hayes
11. Luka Glavas
13. Ben Vidaic
14. Petar Markovic
16. Stjepan Paric
18. Daniel Rezo
19. Mitchell Thompson
21. Ante Tomic
23. Ivo Bosnar ©
30.Robert Kolak (GK)
Coach: Jean-Paul De Marigny
Ins: Mitchell Stamatellis (Sydney Olympic), Jarrod Lum (HAKOA Youth), Stjepan Paric (South Coast Wolves), Ben Jurman (Central Coast Youth), Robert Kolak (Newcastle Jets Youth)
Outs: Ufuk Talay (retired), Mark Rudan (retired)
Tough to beat this season
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Post by mini on Mar 28, 2012 16:56:37 GMT 10
Stama #6
Looks like he'll be playing a pivotal role
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Post by sydcro57 on Mar 28, 2012 20:31:52 GMT 10
He started every pre-season game when fit. Was arguably the most consistant player throughout preseason
Very excited about him
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Post by mini on Mar 28, 2012 20:40:48 GMT 10
End of conversation about him at United....
It burns me big time that he's with you guys
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Post by paoktzi on Mar 28, 2012 20:40:54 GMT 10
transfer of the off season if you ask me
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Post by SCFC1957 on Mar 29, 2012 6:42:32 GMT 10
End of conversation about him at United.... It burns me big time that he's with you guys did you end up speaking to him, about his thoughts on moving to united? |
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Post by mini on Mar 29, 2012 7:17:56 GMT 10
Yes, he made it clear, nothing against Olympic as a club, but he's not impressed with Tseka and the role he played last season (when he wasn't injured) and the grand final
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Post by levendara on Mar 29, 2012 7:30:42 GMT 10
Also I think the Cevapi out Fairfield way was too good to refuse
and the promise of a free Zastava Koral motorcar
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Post by anothermp on Mar 29, 2012 7:34:19 GMT 10
And free windscreen insurance with Boka Windows
Disappointing but life goes on. When Olympic is back in the Gay Leaguehell come back with Hayes
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Post by sydcro57 on Mar 29, 2012 8:04:18 GMT 10
You cant blame the bloke... think he had 3 appearances last season
He's too good to be sitting in the stands
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Post by mini on Mar 29, 2012 8:35:23 GMT 10
Well he lives in Maroubra, now he's making the massive trek to Edensor Park, often in peak hour traffic. Shows his level of frustration from last season. I just hope one day he comes back to Olympic.
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Post by SCFC1957 on Mar 29, 2012 8:59:08 GMT 10
Yes, he made it clear, nothing against Olympic as a club, but he's not impressed with Tseka and the role he played last season (when he wasn't injured) and the grand final did he mention anything about his first thoughts of United? |
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Post by mini on Mar 29, 2012 9:16:25 GMT 10
Nah I'll ask him next time I c him
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Post by anothermp on Mar 29, 2012 9:56:05 GMT 10
You cant blame the bloke... think he had 3 appearances last season He's too good to be sitting in the stands Fair enough b ;)ut the guy that leapfrogged him to that starting 11 sport was a year younger and was named man of The match in the grand final.. if any player wants to fight for their spot then they have to show it in training and on mtch day, word is he was rocking up late to both |
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