HSS sent two competitive teams to the Trafalgar Football tournament. Milky blue skies and the sun-kissed turf of Neale Park was the venue for the inter-schools primary football tournament, involving 10 teams across the region. The HSS representatives did not disappoint.
Outstanding displays from HSS United and HSS Hawks placed them high in the group stage after 4 games, with both teams yet to concede a goal and still undefeated! The HSS Hawks were in fine form, only dropping points in a tense 0-0 tie with Central. A tense play-off game with Clifton Terrace ended 0-0, forcing the dreaded spot-kicks. Clifton Terrace narrowly victorious, winning 3-4 on penalties.
The HSS United's strong momentum continued, winning every game and firing them into the competition final, having scored 12 and conceding 0. Unfortunately, HSS Hawks conceded their only goal of the tournament and lost in the final to a competitive St Josephs side.
The HSS United's strong momentum continued, winning every game and firing them into the competition final, having scored 12 and conceding 0. Unfortunately, HSS Hawks conceded their only goal of the tournament and lost in the final to a competitive St Josephs side.
As runners up, the HSS United team were rewarded with tickets to the Wellington Phoenix's game at Trafalgar park on September 24th. They will then have the privilege of being the ball boys and girls for Tasman United's inaugural game. If that wasn't enough, all the players picked up their own Wellington Phoenix scarves!
Many had not played competitive football before, so was great to see so many positive performances and smiling faces. An outstanding representation of Hampden Street spirit, sportsmanship and tenacity in a competitive environment.
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