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We are one step closer…

Good morning/night whatever it is there now
We are one step closer to making it to the world cup. This afternoon we beat Chile 5-0 in our first game of the tournament. It was a pretty good game and a consistent performance from us. No PC’s against and Cronky only got 2 touches. We created plenty of scoring chances so Frank was quite happy. There were about 4,000 people at the game (apparently) but its funny how quiet a stadium can get when we score a goal. I was in the crowd cheering with the other two girls so thats all that matters.
The schedule keeps changing by the day but we now have till Thursday until we play our next game against Malaysia. 3 games to go ( and win ) then it will be job done. We are all really enjoying the sites and sounds that Chile has to offer. The view of the Andes mountains out our window is a nice site to wake up to. Can’t complain.
Speak soon
Rach

The Hockeyroos have arrived in Chile


The Hockeyroos have arrived in Chile and last night we played an international test match against Chile which we won 4-0. A match purely for practice in the lead up to our World Cup Qualifier event but nevertheless a great start for us. The field is located at the foot of the andies mountains which is a nice incentive to turn up to training. We have had a bit of a look around chile and experienced some of the culture but the focus is on the tournament and preparing as best as we can in order to get the job done and win. The spanish lessons have been a huge help as Ive been able to mix with the locals and interact in a common language. We hope to start the tournament on Sunday but due to the problems in Europe both Scotland and Ireland still have not arrived. I will keep you all updated. Bye for now.

Look Out Holland

Wow, what an exciting week we have had at champions Trophy. Last night we smashed the poms 4-0 in a great game in the freezing and wet Sydney weather. Wizza (Nic Arrold) scored two awesome short corner flicks, which were then topped off with goals to Casey and Hope. Everyone was really pleased with the win which puts us one win away from the 1v2 final. We play the Dutch tomorrow and have to beat them to secure a spot against the Argies on Sunday. Cant wait. Keep an eye out on fox sports for the game.

As promised here is a snap of Toni and myself in our custom pads…

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Champions Trophy Game 1 & 2

We have played 2 games now and we are sitting at one and one. Yesterday we beat Germany in a great performance 2-0 but unfortunately couldn’t back it up today and went down to the Argies 1-0. It was a tight game and my first experience with the video ref. A goal was scored which was controversial so the umpires went to the 3rd umpire. It was very tense. The goal was not given. The team was all in pink today in support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation which looked so great. We all enjoyed doing something good for a great cause and the crowd all loved our uniforms.

Here is an action shot from the game showing off the kit.

Here is a link to the match write ups;

Game 1; Germany v Australia 0-2 (Saturday 11 July 2009)

Game 2; Australia v Argentina 0-1 (Sunday 12 July 2009)

We have a rest day tomorrow which we are all looking forward to after the two first tough matches.
Bye for now

Match 2: Germany v Australia 0-2 (Saturday 11 July 2009)

> Australia beat Germany for the first time in two years in CT competition.
> Australia’s last win over Germany before today, came in the first round of the 2007 CT (2-1).
> At the age of 19 years and 160 days Emily Hurtz became the third youngest Hockeyroo ever to score a Champions Trophy goal.
> Only Karen Smith (age 18 in 1987) and Casey Eastham (age 19 in 2008) were younger than Hurtz when they scored for Australia at the Champions Trophy.
> Madonna Blyth scored her fifth goal in CT history. Three of these goals have come against Germany.
> Megan Rivers record equalling scoring streak of 5 CT matches came to an end today. She shares the record with fellow countrywoman Jackie Pereira, who scored in 5 successive CT matches in 1987

Champions Trophy Sydney 09

The Hockeyroos have finally arrived in Sydney. Over the weekend we played 2 games in Perth against Germany as a warm up to the tournament. We won the first game 2-0 and drew the second 2-2. Yesterday we landed in Sydney and we nestled right in the heart of Darling harbour but unfortunately the view is slightly dampened by the constant rain. This morning we trained out at Homebush in the wet and all got a bit of a feel for the turf we will be playing on for the next 10 days. Cronky and I got to try out our new special edition Aussie pads and kickers. Very exciting. You’ll have to watch fox sports 2 to check them out. The feel in the team is great and we are all very excited about the first game on Saturday. Oh and make sure you keep your tv’s on the Sunrise program tomorrow (Thur 9th) as they will be crossing to our training throughout the program.

Here is a photo of Kate Hollywood, Kobie McGurk, and Casey Eastham (from left) posing at Bondi Beach. This photo is to promote the launch of the Champions Trophy Tournament that begins in Sydney from July 11-19.

(Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Here is a link to the tournament website; http://www.samsungchampionstrophy2009.sportcentric.com/

Bye for now.

Rach (Hockeyroos GK)

Rachael Lynch OBO Profile

We welcome Rachael Lynch to OBO’s list of particularly amazing people.

Rachael made her Hockeyroos’ debut at the 2006 Champions Trophy in Amsterdam after some great performance in the 2006 AHL season. With veteran goalkeeper Rachel Imison now retired, Lynch will be looking to make the most of her opportunities.

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What club you play for: Greensborough hockey club
What Country you play for: Australia
Great achievements: Hockeyroos selection, Club premiership
List of gear you use: OBO Robo high rebound leg guards and kickers, gloves, pants and body armour.
Best goalie memory: Saving strokes in our club grand final that we won.
How often do you train: Most days – gym, hockey, pilates, club games
International caps: 20
International debut: champions trophy June 2006
Any secret tips: Just watch the ball
Goals in life: Win a gold medal at London Olympics, Aid work as a nurse overseas