Nomad Floorball Club

Top Scorer and Assist

2010-10-18T14:06:00.017+08:00

Top Scorer (NFL'10 & Tourney-33 '11)

Gregory Scott [Reloaded] -24

Adrian Lim [Nomad FC] -22

Travis Chong [Nomad FC] -20

Joerel Marcus [Skynight FC] -15

Jeremy Lim [Reloaded] -14

Terence Wong [Reloaded] -13

Leslie Ling [Skynight FC] -10

Samuel Wong [Reloaded] -9

Eeleen Tan [Nomad FC] -9

John Lee [Nomad FC] -8

Adrian Ling [Skynight FC] -8

Amy Lim [Nomad FC] -7

CK [Nomad] -7

Brandon Leong [Skynight FC] -6

Dazye [Grays] -5

Aaron Lim [Reloaded] -4

Shawn Chung [Nomad FC] -4

Jarrow Marcus [Skynight FC] -4

Leon Chin [Nomad FC] -4

Ricca [D'Gap] -4

Dafye [Grays] -3

Benedict Chin [Reloaded] -3

Jessica Chen [Skynight FC] -3

Maxine Goh [Skynight FC] -3

Lavinia Lam [Nomad FC] - 3

Bernice Heng [Skynight FC] -2

Jarrel [Grays] -2

Uncle Chin [Reloaded] -2

Soo Wen Yiing [Reloaded] -2

Debbie [D'Gap] -2

Sharain [Nomad FC] -1

Fedric [Grays] -1

Chrinel Marcus [Skynight FC] -1

Victor [D'Gap] - 1

Andrea [D'Gap] - 1

Rositha [D'Gap] -1

Top Assist (NFL'10 & Tourneyy-33 '11)

Travis Chong [Nomad FC] -14

Gregory Scott [Reloaded] -12

Adrian Lim [Nomad FC] -9

Shawn Chung [Nomad FC] -6

Joerel Marcus [Skynight FC] -6

Samuel Wong [Reloaded] -4

Eeleen Tan [Nomad FC] -4

Jeremy Lim [Reloaded] -3

CK [Nomad FC] -3

Uncle Chin [Reloaded] -3

Terence Wong [Reloaded] -2

Benedict Chin [Reloaded] -2

Lavinia Lam [Nomad FC] -2

Jarrow Marcus [Skynight FC] -2

Brandon Leong [Skynight FC] -1

Adrian Ling [Skynight FC] -1

Bernice Heng [Skynight FC] -1

Marcus Lim [Skynight FC] -1

Leslie Ling [Skynight FC] -1

Ian Lim [Reloaded] -1

Aaron Lim [Reloaded] -1

Kuan Long [Nomad FC] -1

Brandon [Skyknights FC] -1

Jarrel [Grays] -1

Nomad Floorball League 2010 Match Schedule

2010-08-16T14:36:00.008+08:00

Training Schedule for July 2010 (Damai Community Hall)

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4th July - Floorball Training
11th July - Floorball Training
18th July - Floorball Training (6pm to 8pm!!)
25th July - Floorball Training (as usual 3pm to 6pm)

Training Schedule for April 2010 (Damai Community Hall)

2010-03-31T16:39:00.002+08:00

4th April - Floorball Training
11th April - Floorball Training at Tg Aru Community Hall
18th April - Floorball Training
25th April - Floorball Training

TOURNEY 3.3 2009

2010-03-18T11:01:00.002+08:00

Exciting! Exciting! Exciting!

Nomad Floorball Club will be sending 4 teams for the coming Tourney 3.3 2010 this Saturday and Sunday. They are :-

Nomad Butterfly
1. Lavinia Lam (Cpt)
2. Amy Lim
3. Sharain Liew
4. Valerie Sham
5. Cynthia Lee

Nomad Genesis
1. Matthew Lee (Cpt)
2. Joshua Ng
3. Stanley Wong
4. Shawn Chung

Nomad LM Banquet
1. Mark Casselle (Cpt)
2. Alexander Carl Gutual II
3. Nazrin Ismail
4. Marshall Rudolf
5. Adrian Crnilla

Nomad Houseflies
1. Adrian Lim (Cpt)
2. Travis Chong
3. Felix Wong
4. Eugene Wong
5. Kevin Chin

NOMAD GEMILANG HEY NOMAD GEMILANG HUUH HAAAAHH!!!

Training Schedule for March 2010 (Damai Community Hall)

2010-03-02T09:06:00.007+08:00

7th March 2010 - Floorball Training
14th March 2010 - Floorball Training
20th March 2010 - Tourney 3.3 @ KK Community Hall
21th March 2010 - Tourney 3.3 @ KK Community Hall
28th March 2010 - Floorball Training

Training Schedule for February 2010 (DAMAI COMMUNITY HALL)

2010-01-27T15:40:00.002+08:00

7th February 2010 - Floorball Training
14th February 2010 - No Training
21st February 2010 - Floorball Training
28th February 2010 - Floorball Training

Training Schedule for January 2010

2009-12-30T16:14:00.003+08:00

3rd January 2010 - No Training
10th January 2010 - Floorball Training
17th January 2010 - Floorball Training
24th January 2010 - Floorball Training
31st January 2010 - Floorball Training

Training Schedule for December 2009

2009-12-03T14:03:00.002+08:00

6th December 2009 - No Training
13th December 2009 - Floorball Training
20th December 2009 - Floorball Training
27th December 2009 - Ultimate Frisbee

Floorball by Insight Sabah

2009-12-01T00:57:00.003+08:00

Check this out!

http://insightsabah.gov.my/article/read/82

Matthew & Madalen's Wedding Dinner 29th November 2009

2009-11-30T10:59:00.003+08:00

Nomad vs Sky Knights Friendly 21st November 2009

2009-11-30T10:41:00.003+08:00

WEDDING INVITATION

2009-11-17T16:35:00.004+08:00

Nomads!
You are all invited to witness the sacrament of the Holy Matrimony between Matthew & Madalen at All Saints Cathedral , Kota Kinabalu on Saturday, 28th November 2009 at 10:00am.

Ultimate Frisbee

2009-11-10T17:28:00.010+08:00

Instead of having our usual floorball training, we had an ultimate frisbee session last Sunday due to the unavailability of court. It was supposed to start at 4pm but most of us were already there by 3pm, so we started off by playing this: A game of handball, using a floorball ball, in a basketball court, & at the same time training floorball positions. Confused?? I was too that time. =) But it was fun. Lavinia was so happy that she lost control of herself and scratched Coach Shawn. See the fun? =)

So after less than an hour, we proceed to the field opposite our court and met up with the Ultimate Frisbee fanatics. =) And boy, those guys were HUGE! Tall and buff. Like rugby or American football players. Even the ladies looked healthy. Not too skinny not too fat. Just nice. We had Jaco to brief us slightly through in the beginning, which was then taken over by Ken and Angela.

Ken briefing us regarding Ultimate frisbee

Angela & Ken showing us how to "stall"

We then got into pairs to practice passing the frisbee to each other. That was one of the most dangerous moments. Discs flying at all direction. I know 'cause I threw one and nearly hit Shawn's face and Cynthia's disc nearly hit mine. Hahaha. But it was fun. Ken said I look like a ballet dancer 'cause my back leg comes up when I toss the disc (and I shall take that as a compliment XP). After that, we got into 2 teams and the game began.

Each team at their end zones

Each team has a total of 7 players allowed in the field and substitutions are only allowed between points, unlike floorball which you can come out whenever you're tired. The objective of the game is to pass the disc to your teammate at the opposing end zone and earn your team a point. The person holding the disc must not run and has only 10 seconds to pass the disc to another person. Sounds easy eh? BUT IT'S NOT!!!

However, it was really, really fun. Something very different from floorball in terms of tactics and positions, but when it comes to physical strength and speed, both Ultimate frisbee and floorball requires it.

To those of you who missed it, do come and join us and them again on the 22nd of November, at the football field right in front of Tanjung Aru Community Hall. =) Wear proper shoes (soccer shoes recommended), do not eat too much before the game, bring enough water, wear a cap if you're afraid of the sun, sunglasses are allowed if you wanna look cool, and come and have fun. =)

by,
-TGITGS-

Goalie Tryout - Amy Lim

2009-11-07T13:06:00.004+08:00

The first thing I did when I reached was to warm up. Anne taught me how a goalkeeper is suppose to warm up. After that, the shooters had pinball and I had to catch their balls. This was also part of my warming up. Then, they had tactical training but Ann and I didn’t do much at this part because all I could see the most was our coach, Mr. Shawn punishing the shooters push ups.

As for the last part of the ladies training, my knees started to be painful. For me, I felt that it was by God’s grace that my knees were not painful earlier although the knee guard keep on sliding down at the earlier part. Soon. The ladies training was over and the guys training will be starting soon and my heart was pumping faster because guys’ shots are harder, painful and even more solid than ladies’.

The guys also had their pinball first and at that time, I started to get panic and my knees started to hurt a lot. After that, they had their tactical training and here’s where I stopped as a goalie because I can’t stand the pain on my knees which I can’t stand it anymore. The last but not the least, I would like to thank coach Shawn for giving me a chance to be a goalie although I don’t really like it because it hurts my knees but at least I’ve experienced it.

Goalie Tryout - Jennifer

2009-10-31T22:25:00.006+08:00

I had been having butterflies floating around in my tummy at the thought of having to put on goalie gear and get on my knees to block the shower of tiny but FAST little floorballs. =S But come the moment I arrived at Tg. Aru community hall, I was um, still scared-lah. Hahaha.

I was super blessed to be goalie this week 'coz I had not 1, not 2, but 5 'coaches'! Since Leonard, 'resident goalie trainer' was busy as the new kids' floorball coach,

1. Ann showed me how to suit up. She even shared her brand new gloves with me! =)
2. Shawn taught me the basics of how to warm up and some other basic moves.
3. Then Felix came to share tips on how every goalie has his/her own different styles. He pointed it out throughout the training, and opened my eyes to the many things I never noticed as a field player.
4. CK (Ivan) helped with practical pointers on how to do the stuff that SOUNDS easy.
5. After the kids' were tired out, Leonard taught me how to determine which was my 'stronger' side and thus which side to focus on, and lots more.
(and Eeleen taught me how to de-suit without breaking the knee pads..)

What I've learnt?

That putting on the Goalie Helmet meant diving into a whole new world. Personally, it felt like I was in a virtual reality video game; with the helmet bars on top of everything in my view and the helmet framing my view of the court.
That being goalie is more mentally than physically tiring. I quote Felix, "Being a field player is like Arghh!!, and being a goalie is like AiEyargh!!!" It was a real challenge for me to keep track of EVERYTHING that was going on on court, and then predict what was going to happen next.
Then there's the challenge of overcoming my disappointment every time a floorball shoots pass me and goes into the cage (which was quite often, =S). But Leonard said that's just one of the things about goalie-ing. And everyone has his/her own way of dealing with it. =)
Sliding all over the floor on your knees is NOT as simple or fun as it looks. But hey, if I (sorta) got the hang of it (after countless balls shooting past me), anyone can! ;)

It was a really cekap experience for me to look at a floorball game from another view point. And at the end of the day, ask me if I want to continue being goalie and I'll reply that I can't say for sure. Why? A simple 2 hour trial is not enough!

Me: in my "defeated goalie pose"

Training Schedule for November 2009 at Tg Aru Community Hall

2009-10-31T12:12:00.003+08:00

1st November 2009 - No Training
8th November 2009 - Ultimate Frisbee (3pm - 6pm)
15th November 2009 - Floorball Training
22nd November 2009 - Ultimate Frisbee (3pm - 6pm)
29th November 2009 - No Training

Goalie Tryout - Sharain Liew

2009-10-12T16:26:00.006+08:00

honestly, i was rather reluctant to be goalie. i was already thinking
of ways to escape and thinking of good excuses..emm..sakit la, sibuk
la, takut la blablabla. thankfully i kept my mouth shut. oso coz the
longer i waited the more anxious i become. anyhow i'm glad i went
through it and it wasn't as bad as i tot it was...whew...

the toughest was overcoming my fear of the ball, scared of it hitting
my face even with the helmet on. i dont mind it slamming into my hands
or shoulders just don't kena my face. anyhow thanks to leonard and
anne and encouragement from our former gal goalies it was not scary
especially once i got the flow of things. flicking of fast balls was
bearable but the best of it all. and oh ya i learnt something realy
important. never use your hands or arms in blocking the ball at the
side of the goal cage. not only is it less effective oso a higher
chance of injury. no wonder goalies have body vests.

i oso have come to realy realy respect and apreciate our goalies
effort. realy huge responsibility on their shoulders. like what
leonard said; its ok if you get hurt, it hurts when you don't get
hurt.hahah. so true...

i don't know if its compulsory for goalies but get long socks or a
knee guard to cover your knee..kneeling and moving on your knees realy is 'burning' due to the roughness. if not for the pain i could've
continued for the last 30 minutes.

guess that's all for now. short and sweet right. best wishes to our
next goalie and the goalies to come. an experience not to be missed.

Goalie Tryout - Eeleen

2009-10-08T11:04:00.008+08:00

As easy as a goalie's job may seem, let me tell you: IT IS NOT!!!!!!
I've always had great respect for goalies 'cause they're the last man of defense when the team fails to do their part. And when a goal is conceded, the feeling and the courage a goalie must have to pick up the ball from his/her own cage, sometimes it's unbearable. And after 3 hours of goalie tryout last Sunday at training, I have the utmost admiration for all you goalies in the floorball world out there. =)

Well, I'm not gonna leave much advice here 'cause I think Sham and Cynthia already did a very good job listing down the things one needs to prepare for goalie tryout (read their previous posts). And as for the skills and basics for a goalie, Leonard is definitely more qualified than me to tell you everything you need to know.

I had fun. That's for sure. =) And one thing I learn that day is that one has to have the passion to be a floorball goalie. When the passion is there, you'll be good at it. Same goes to all floorball players.

Lastly, I wanna give special thanks to:
Shawn - for giving me a chance to feel how a goalie feels
Leonard - for mentoring and encouraging even when I performed badly
Sham - for your shoes which life I ended. Sorreeeeeeeeeeeee...=(
and to Nomads & Butterfly - Thanks for giving me a great game and a good experience. =)

P/s: To the next person who's gonna use the knee guard, if you see a 1.5cm to 2cm hair stuck to your knee when you take the knee guards off, know that I'm not the one who "donated" it. It's from the person who used the knee guard before me. Shhhhhhhhh... No mentioning of names. Hahahahahahahahahahahaha!!! =) Hehe.

Eeleen =)

Goalie Tryout - Valerie Sham

2009-09-07T11:38:00.005+08:00

The moment has finally come!

I wasn't particularly apprehensive about doing the goalie job nor did I prepare myself much for it. Buuuuuut... I did get some great tips from the previous goalie candidate. Good thing I haven't thrown away/trade-in my old shoes (had it since year 2002!) and the ever excellent coach who reminded me to wear contact lens.

So... there I was, at the Tanjung Aru Community Hall, suiting up, or at least trying to. Everything, the pants, the vest, even the knee guards are like 3-4 sizes bigger. By the time I'm dressed, I feel like a hip-hop rapper. "Yo man!"

Time of reckoning is here....

Lenoard gave a lot of very good pointers as to what to expect. Perspective, feet and legs position, the hands, the diving, the head-butting, or should I say the helmet-butting...

... and so it begins.

Shawn hit a few balls at me, blocked some with my feet, swatted a lot with my hands. Sigh... one of them left me with a bruised finger and had a wee bit of problem driving. Not serious, won't die.

Then everyone takes up their position, taking turn to hit the balls at the goalie. Ops... I mean at the goal cage. I started off really brave and confident, down on both my knees, hands spread wide opened, waiting for the onslaught of flying and rolling balls. As the barrage of balls came flying, my pain-avoidance instinct kicks in and my wide spread hands grew narrower with each flying ball until both my hands was crossed across my chest with me lying on my side. Oh yes, my attackers had a good laugh.

As I mentioned earlier, I'm glad I wore my old shoes as some part of it are starting to fall off and apparently, it wasn't just my shoes are falling apart, but the knee guards are also slipping down my legs, especially the one on my right leg, until it was resting pretty on my shin and not on my knee! That's when I start to feel the pain on my knees. Sigh... I'll bring extra strings to tie the huge kneeguards around my legs next time... IF there's next time.

By the time we're done with the training, I was drenched in perspiration and left panting for oxygen. Never in my life have I perspire until my whole shirt is wet and I think I lost 2-3 kg of fluid in the course of it.

What I enjoyed/learned most were:

1. Swatting away the balls with my bare hands, even though one of my fingers was bruised;
2. Diving, although Shawn keep screaming at me that it's not football;
3. Screaming at teammates who pass the ball between me and the goal post; and
4. Gaolies have a tougher and more draining job than the rest of the players.

So here I am, the next morning, with sore thighs, bruised knees and finger, and a whole new respect for all the goalies of the floorball world.

To all the goalies, I salute you.

Valerie Sham

Team Unihoc, Penang

2009-09-01T17:03:00.002+08:00

Floorballers! Team Unihoc will be making their debut in town on the 18th September and 19th September 2009!

18th September @ Dewan Hongkod Koisaan (KDCA)
Time : 5:30pm - 9pm
Program : Friendly Match & Clinics
Registration Fee : RM5 per pax
* Attention all Team Leaders, please register your team with Shawn ASAP!

19th September @ Dewan SM Lok Yuk
Time : 8am - 11am
Program : SFA Debut & Team Butterfly

Time to hit the gym and jogging tracks guys! Game On!

Unleashed! 3.0

2009-09-01T08:57:00.003+08:00

Training Schedule for September 2009

2009-08-28T11:23:00.002+08:00

6th September-----> Tanjung Aru Community Hall
13th September-----> Tanjung Aru Community Hall
20th September-----> No Training (Unleashed! 3.0 Sports Leadership Convention)
27th September-----> Tanjung Aru Community Hall

Goalie Tryout - Cynthia Lee

2009-08-27T22:52:00.002+08:00

It was my turn last Sunday to be the pinball target, i mean the goalie. It was a very interesting experience. I learned new terms like crabbing (i've always associated that word with something edible until last sunday), learned to look at the game from a goalie's perspective (that includes putting my face on the floor), learned to go against my usual instincts of avoiding an oncoming potentially painful object :p besides other things. All in all, it was a good learning experience, hopefully it will improve my game as a field player. Hehe..

Some pointers I would like to share with those whose turns are coming up :)

: Do not remove goalie gear until you get the green light from the coach, or else you will spend the next ten minutes putting it back on.

: make sure you put on your knee guards on properly, otherwise you will be spending the whole time kneeling on the velcro ends instead of the proper paddings, or else you will have to keep tugging at it cos it keeps sliding down;

: don't wear your brand new shoes when playing goalie, otherwise it will become not so new :-(

: bring your own talcum with your favourite smell in order to boost your alertness in the court;

: bring more water because you will perspire more as a goalie due to the many layers of clothing/gear you need to wear;

: Lastly, if all else fails, just sit down in front of the goal and stick your hands out!

Final training in Damai Community Hall

2009-08-06T19:51:00.013+08:00

As most of you should know, Damai Community Hall will be closed for renovation until this December. Which means, last week was actually our last training in Damai hall and if you happened to miss it...
COME JOIN US THIS SUNDAY (09.08.2009) in Tanjung Aru Community Hall!!!
Nothing's stopping us from floorball-ing. Not the weather, not the availability of courts, not the amount of people not turning up for the training. Nothing.
So here are some pictures of last week's training, featuring a few important things:

#1. Goalie tryouts - Anne
#2. We have two new kids joining us - Nicholas and Vivian
#3. Shawn's new hair cut. Hehe.
(Most pictures are taken by our little miss Shania so it's a bit shaky, hope you guys won't mind.)

Anne definitely showed great potential in goal-keeping.
Keep it up Anne!

See Nicholas & Vivian? The two kids at the right bottom.

Future talents. See how the kids run?!?

Referee: "Your opponent's ball." *Pointing at the other direction*
Lala: "See you on court!" *Pointing at the Referee*
The crowd: "Oooooooooooooooohhhhhh...."
LOL.

Face-off!2 goalies and 1 goal post?!?!? NOT FAIR! Hmmp!
And the highlight of this post...
SHAWN'S NEW HAIRCUT!!!
That's all for now folks.

By,
-The girl in the green socks-

Friendly Against Reloaded

2009-08-06T19:01:00.013+08:00

Well, I won't comment much about the match; except that it was "OUCH!" for the guys (Housefly) but "WHEEEEEEE!" for the girls (Butterfly).
Oh, just in case you're confused, Nomads ladies' team is currently known as Butterfly and as for the guys', IT'S STILL NOMADS LA..... Housefly's just some joke we came up with. Hehe.
The final score was 7-3 to Reloaded. *Ouch* But some of the things that Nomads should be proud of are:

1. Lavinia aka Lala (a girl in an all-girls-line) scored 1 out of 3 goals against the Reloaded guys (and 1 girl). Awesome.
2. Madalen actually played in the game against the rough and tough Reloaded after LOADS of persuading from the team.
3. Reloaded was only able to score one goal against the girls' line but was then recovered by Lala's goal. Super super awesome.
4. The guys didn't give up. They were steady and showed real sportsmenship.
5. Nomads' goalkeepers had MANY good saves.

And last but not least, we are still a TEAM after the game and attended the following week's training despite the defeat. AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME.

So Nomads, I know and I believe we can rise to beyond expectation. All we need is A LITTLE BIT of faith, TONS of sweat training physically, mentally and SERIOUS polishing on our skills.

Nomads (in green) vs Reloaded (red)

Trust me. You don't want this to happen to your ball. Oh, I mean floorball. Hehe.

By,
-the girl in the green socks-

7 km Charity Run

2009-08-06T18:09:00.012+08:00

A legendary runner once said, "If you want to win, run 100 meters. If you want an experience, run a marathon." And that is what the 7km charity run was about - the experience.
It was a first time for many of us (I think la), looking at the way we run. Hehe. 'Cause Nomads were supposed to run together as a team but due to some "human errors", we were scattered all over the place after running a distance of 500 meters. And I believe many of us ran only 3km but walked the other 4. *Oooopppssss*
But beyond that, everything else was awesome. The weather, the adrenaline rush, the sweat, the pain in the muscles while trying to push through our past limits, the cheering crowd (Okay okay, there was no crowd. Was just exaggerating.) It was a good experience.
So, anyone signing up for the Borneo International Marathon held on 11th October 2009? And Yes, I am challenging you.
We are Nomads, anything is possible.
For more info on the Borneo International Marathon, click HERE.

Serious version (Except for Madalen)

Girl Power!!!

Hmmmm. Just another side of us. By,

-The girl in the green socks-

Damai Community Hall

2009-07-29T08:39:00.003+08:00

Floorballers!

Please be informed that Damai Community Hall, KK Community Hall & Luyang Community Hall will be closed for renovation from the 3rd August till December 2009. Thus, this coming sunday will be our last training at Damai Community Hall for this year.

Our new venue for training will be Tanjung Aru Community Hall (opposite Terminal 2).
Please refer below:-

2nd August -----> Damai Community Hall
9th August -----> Tanjung Aru Community Hall
16th August -----> Sports Complex Likas, Lake
23rd August -----> Tanjung Aru Community Hall
30th August -----> No training

Penang after thoughts

2009-07-20T09:51:00.002+08:00

Semasa saya di Pulau Pinang, belajar banyak tentang floorball.
Team Nomad juga dilatih bermain cara "bola keranjang"..
Banyak penggalaman yang saya lalui di penang..
dan..dapat MAKAN makanan penang...ahaha..tapi....banayk yang pedas....

"Nomad Gemilang...ow...Nomad gemilang......HU~HA!!!

- #69 Alexander Carl Gutual

My experience going too penang was too much... haha.. on the 1st day many thing's had happen to me.... loosing my bag.... loosing to ztect... 24-4... that was our welcoming present that we got from penang... haha..on that night also we lost to the penang women's state team.... fuh!!!! the next morning... we go to the red cresent's hall for training.... Uncle Edward coach us on movement's.... and defence for the match againts the "state"@"national" team that night.... eventhough it was predicted 40-0.... but Nomads keep a good work by lowering the score to 10-0... All of us were bought KFC... haha... nomads suprises our coach...the next day we fought Fire Brands... a new team who were coach by our good Friend Jason...we won 6-4 I think.. and I was the goalie on that day.... that night Innebandy come... we lead the match 4-3 at the end of the 2nd period... but lost 4-5 at the end of the match...many thing's I have learned about myself,ourself, and my friends.... the main thing is never to Give up at all cost and train Hard for us to go to the top... have the passion and vission for the future of floorball in malaysia... at the end were the first sabahan's to win the Penang youth wave challenge.... eventhough we lost our first game 2-0... we fought hard and finally... we won 2-0 in the final...

- #18 Nazrin Ismail Abbie

My experience in Penang? I will just summarise everything and keep it as short as possible. The hospitality shown by Pastor Edward, Kor Kor Kenny and Jie Jie Penny touched me.They drove us around, everyday, thanks a lot. Floorball? Yeah, it is a team game which most Sabahans stil cannot conceptualise. The Penangites showed us loads sbout floorball- the way it should be played. It was a vast difference that can be seen between us-Nomad and the Penang Teams from Day One. The Penangites, were far ahead of us in terms of technical skills, movements and understanding of the game. We got thrashed the whole week, 24-4 to Ztec, 6-3 to the state ladies team, 10-0 to the state mens team, 5-4 to Innebandy, but won 8-5 against Firebrands.Nevertheless, I am sure, we have a lot to bring back to Borneo, to show you guys how to play floorball.haha.. Oh yah, congrats Nomad, for winning the Wave Challenge. hahaha....Although winning with a mixture of maturity, technical skills and luck, we all deserved it. Yeah!! haha... Nomad Gemilang, Nomad Gemilang, WooHa!!!

- #27 Adrian Lim

Penang Wave Challenge 2009

2009-07-20T09:47:00.001+08:00

This year's Penang Wave Challenge consist of 4 games; Floorball, Ultimate Frisbee, Captain Ball & Skittle Ball (only introduced this year). After a long week of Floorball Experience with various clubs & the state teams, Nomad FC is left with 6 players to participate in the Floorball games of Penang Wave Challenge. Perfect!

Upon arrival at Balik Pulau Stadium, it was great to see so many participants in their various teams performing group warm-ups, stretching, briefing, etc. It's hard to imagine the amount of effort the organizers has put into this event. Over 600 participants this year from the previous year's 300 over. Totally Awesome!!

As the Wave Challenge kicks off with an opening prayer, the atmosphere charged up as the games begun!

There are 19 teams in 6 grouping for the Floorball Men's Category alone:-

Group A
A1 Firebrands i2
A2 Saintz FC
A3 Impact
A4 Frontliners Juniors

Group B
B1 Innebandy Warriors
B2 Ztec 42
B3 Torch Bearers

Group C
C1 Frontliners 300
C2 Kaki Perempuan
C3 Ztec 43

Group D
D1 Innebandy Giants
D2 Kaki Ayam
D3 Contact Army

Group E
E1 Firebrands i
E2 Green Rush FC
E3 Nomads

Group F
F1 Firebrands i3
F2 Frontliners Spartans
F3 Salibandy

Our first game defeat to team 'Firebrands i' (0-2) became our rude awakening to the reality of the competitiveness of Wave Challenge. This ain't the friendlies anymore, if we loose another game, we can be sure we'll be packing our bags early. As we struggled to re-organize our playing to suit the 8 minutes game, we went into the 2nd game against team 'Green Rush FC' (1-0) with humility and renewed zealousness; and it pays off this time.

Barely making it through the preliminary round, our 3rd match proves to be the hardest of them all, team 'Ztec 43'. Bitter memory of our landslide defeat to team Ztec earlier in the week warns us of the coming onslaught. Fighting muscle to muscle, bone to bone, teeth to teeth; Nomads made me proud by drawing the game to a 1-1 score. Whether we make it to the semi-finals is now determined in our next game against team 'Saintz FC'.

If we win 1-0, we'll fail to make it into the semi-finals; if we win 2-0, a penalty shoot-out against team 'Ztec 43' will be the judge; if we win 3-0, we'll automatically make it into the semi-finals. With unspoken agreement, the whole team gave full pressure to 'Saintz FC' during the 4th game resulting in a 4-1 score. The joy of making it into the Semi-Finals was such a great relief!

Our 5th game against team 'Kaki Ayam' is termed as the 'Heart Stopping Game'. With a 1-1 draw at the end of the 8th minute, a penalty shoot-out is unavoidable. Each team will take the penalty shot 3 times to determine the winning team. If its still a draw, the penalty shot will go into sudden-death.

With both teams only scoring 1 out of 3 tries, we went into Penalty Shoot-Out Sudden Death. The atmosphere is electrifying! Nomads took the first shot and missed. 'Kaki Ayam' took their first shot and missed. Nomads took our 2nd shot and scored!. 'Kaki Ayam' took their 2nd shot and missed!

We went crazy!! Woooo Hooooo~~!!!! WE'RE IN THE FINALS!!!!

It almost didn't matter anymore who we're playing in the finals, as we walked into the court with smiles across our faces. The thought of a guaranteed medal is already beyond our expectations. None the less, the team we're meeting is Salibandy, a team not from Penang but from KL. Interesting..... Observing the way they played against Kaki Perempuan convinced me they're gonna be a tough team to play.

Knowing this will be our last game in Penang, we ran like there's no tomorrow. With speed to our advantage, we managed to keep the pressure on them throughout most of the game, which resulted in a 2-0 score. What better way to end the Wave Challenge from a 0-2 defeat in the first game? Again Nomad suprises me. ;)

Nomad FC vs Innebandy!Co

2009-07-20T09:46:00.001+08:00

The next game in our minds was against Innebandy!Co. A game in Balik Pulau Stadium, where Sabahans refer to as, "the largest rink we ever played in".

Nomad, a team with only 7 players left, facing a team with 4 lines, including two national players and a national goalie, it was a game of David against Goliath.

Nomads in their usual green, against Innebandy!Co in black. Nomad started the game well, when Mark scored from a rebound following a free hit. Innebandy!Co immediatly struck back to equalise. But defensive error proved costly as Adrian Lim picked up a missed pass from halfway to slot in a shot beneath Lin Ken's arms. Goals came in from both teams as the second period ended. Adrian Lim adding another two to make the score 4-3.

Nomads were in ecstacy, something seemingly impossible is on the verge of becoming possible. They had to remain focus. Coach Shawn had been telling the team to be mentally strong.He kept reminding us to not get complacent.

Then, into the third period, things didn't happened as how we hoped for. The defence was seen leaking everywhere. Innebandy!Co just seized on the chance to make the score in favour of them. The final whistle blew, with the score 5-4. We lost dramatically. Coach Shawn was obviously irritated and furious.

We lost the game, but gained truly worthy experiences. We've learned to be a team throughout the game, from the beggining to the end. Nevertheless, Nomads, be proud of the good fight. Nomad Gemilang, Nomad Gemilang, WooHa!!

Nomad FC vs Firebrands

2009-07-20T09:43:00.001+08:00

A warm afternoon, to Red Cresent we head, Fresh from the 10-0 defeat to the Penang Men's State Team, we were on fire. Vowed to improve our performance agaiqnst a local club, Firebrands.

Physical wise, we knew we had the advantage, they looked like a bunch of kids around twelve to sixteen years old, except for their commander- Jason Chan, who was twice their age I suppose, 27 years old. But hey, we had to keep our feet on the ground, we have yet to find out or taste what skills do they have in the bag. It was a 4on4 game, due to the size of the hall. Nomad clad in green, while firebrands in their grey jersey.

From the start, they showed how floorball should be played- a team game with lots of passing and running. They were good in their passes and movements. However, we managed to score the first and second goals of the game.

Goals were pouring in from both sides. Firebrans showed a Nomad team with only 7 players that they were no puchovers, they showed great spirit throughout the game. Firebrands do look dangerous at times, but it was their physic that kept them at bay, it was the physical difference that cost them more goals.

Nomad won the game 8-5, CK dragging a shot to the top corner, a brace from Alex, Adrian Crnilla grabbing one and another four from Adrian Lim. Winning or losing the game was neither the case nor the point, it is the experience from the game that the team got together that matters most, it is the experience that matures the team together.

Penalties were followed, after the game, with both sides testing the opposition goalies with their own tricks and skills.

Good win, at least a consolation to bring back to Sabah. Keep it up Nomad. Nomad Gemilang, Nomad Gemilang, WooHa!!!

Nomad Floorball League 2009

2009-04-14T09:00:00.005+08:00

The inaugural Nomad league concluded with the defending champions, Reloaded stamping their mark once again as the kings of Sabah by trumping both Sky Knights Floorball Club and Nomad Floorball Club in a hotly contested league.

Reloaded vs Sky Knights FC (17-2)

1st Period Scoring Summary

1’ 10” – Adrian Lim (Reloaded)
4’ 56” – Adrian Lim (Reloaded)
7’ 00” – Aaron Lim Chee Ren (Reloaded)
7’ 20” – Gregory Scott Chin (Reloaded)
8’ 00” – Lim Yao Seng @ Jeremy (Reloaded)
9’ 49” – Terence Wong Tchin Ngee (Sky Knights FC)
12’ 26” – Samuel Wong Wai Ming (Reloaded)
13’ 40” – Gregory Scott Chin (Reloaded)

2nd Period Scoring Summary

1’ 12” – Lim Yao Seng @ Jeremy (Reloaded)
2’ 31” – Lim Yao Seng @ Jeremy (Reloaded)
10’ 41” – Banjo Teo Porle (Sky Knights FC)
11’ 10” – Adrian Lim (Reloaded)
12’ 50” – Gregory Scott Chin

3rd Period Scoring Summary

1’ 40” – Samuel Wong Wai Ming (Reloaded)
6’ 43” – Adrian Lim (Reloaded)
11’ 17” – Gregory Scott Chin (Reloaded)
13’ 39” – Chong Chao Sheng @ Travis
14’ 40” – Gregory Scott Chin (Reloaded)
14’ 59” – Adrian Lim (Reloaded)

Match Summary

Result: 17 – 2 (7 – 1, 4 – 1, 6 – 0)
Shots on Goal: 25 – 8 (7 – 1, 7 – 6, 11 – 1)
Match Referees:-
Shawn Chung Yuk Leong
Lai Chin Khong

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Sky Knights FC – Nomad FC (8–7)

1st Period Scoring Summary

0’ 28” – Shawn Chung Yuk Leong (Nomad FC)
4’ 22” – Oscar Jefferson Chew (Sky Knights FC)
9’ 06” – Lee Kong Ning (Nomad FC)
12’ 10” – Lee Kong Ning (Nomad FC)
13’ 11” – Eugene Wong Yung Gen (Nomad FC) , Assist – Lee Kong Ning

2nd Period Scoring Summary

4’ 56” – Terence Wong Tchin Ngee (Sky Knights FC)
6’ 55” – Gavin Cha Chung Yong (Sky Knights FC), Assist – Terence Wong
7’ 49” – Terence Wong Tchin Ngee (Sky Knights FC)
9’ 27” – Oscar Jefferson Chew (Sky Knights FC)

3rd Period Scoring Summary

1’ 25” – Kevin Lo Siap Shin, Assist – Leon Chin Lik Zhen (Nomad FC)
2’ 45” – Lai Chin Kong (penalty shot) (Nomad FC)
5’ 35” – Lavinia Ann Lam Mei Teng, Assist – Shawn Chung (Nomad FC)
10’ 00” – Terence Wong Tchin Ngee (Sky Knights FC)
13’ 15” – Terence Wong Tchin Ngee (Sky Knights FC)
14’ 20” – Terence Wong Tchin Ngee (Sky Knights FC)

Match Summary

Result: 8 – 7 (1 – 4, 4 – 0, 3 – 3)
Shots on Goal: 13 – 12 (3 – 6, 4 – 2, 6 – 4)
Match Officials:-
Chin Foo Wing
Adrian Lim Chee En

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Nomad FC – Reloaded (5–5)

1st Period Scoring Summary

2’ 31” – Mark Casselle Mickey (Nomad FC)
5’ 10” – Gregory Scott Chin (Reloaded)
12’ 16” – Adrian Lim (Reloaded)

2nd Period Scoring Summary

0’ 26” – Mark Casselle Mickey (Nomad FC)
5’ 11” –Alexander Carl Gutual (Nomad FC)
13’ 43” – Gregory Scott Chin (Reloaded)

3rd Period Scoring Summary

2’ 06” – Mark Casselle Mickey (Nomad FC)
5’ 34” – Mark Casselle Mickey (Nomad FC)
14’ 47” – Lim Yao Seng @ Jeremy (Reloaded)
14’ 59 – Gregory Scott Chin (Reloaded)

Match Summary

Result: 5 – 5 (1 – 2, 2 – 1, 2 – 2)
Shots on Goal: 15 – 9 (5 – 2, 4 – 3, 6 – 5)
Match Officials:-
Leslie Ling
Adrian Ling

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Total Goals 44

Top Scorers

8 goals - Gregory Scott Chin (Reloaded)
6 goals - Adrian Lim Chee En (Reloaded)
6 goals - Terence Wong Tchin Ngee (Sky Knights FC)
4 goals - Lim Yao Seng @ Jeremy (Reloaded)
4 goals - Mark Casselle Mickey (Nomad FC)
4 goals - Lee Kong Ning (Nomad FC)
2 goals - Oscar Jefferson Chew (Sky Knights FC)
2 goals - Samuel Wong Wai Ming (Reloaded)
1 goal - Aaron Lim Chee Ren (Reloaded)
1 goal - Alexander Carl Gutual (Nomad FC)
1 goal - Banjo Teo Porle (Sky Knights FC)
1 goal - Chong Chao Sheng @ Travis (Reloaded)
1 goal - Eugene Wong Yung Gen (Nomad FC)
1 goal - Gavin Chia Chung Yong (Sky Knights FC)
1 goal - Kevin Lo Siap Shin (Nomad FC)
1 goal - Lai Chin Kong (Nomad FC)
1 goal - Lavinia Ann Lam (Nomad FC)
1 goal - Shawn Chung Yuk Leong (Nomad FC)

Manukan

2008-10-20T16:27:00.008+08:00

When you see trees like these....

Fishes like that....

A lizard bigger than your dog....

and cats in love........

You know you're in Manukan!!! Wooo HOOoooo~~!!!!!

NFC had an island outing to Pulau Manukan on the first day of Hari Raya 2008. Here's 25 out of 440 photos taken that day. Enjoy!

We're moving!!

2008-09-26T16:59:00.002+08:00

Dearest floorball surfers.

Please be informed that our current blogspot address http://floorballborneo.blogspot.com will be changed to http://nomadfc.blogspot.com effective 12:00am, 1st October 2008 (or whenever I'm free lah). Nomads is on the move!!

Ladies Floorball

2008-08-19T11:11:00.002+08:00

We started in June 2008 with 16 people turned up. Unfortunately, the caretaker of the hall didn’t turned up and we only managed to do an introduction on floorball outside the hall. What a disappointment, everyone was excited but didn’t get to try it out. Nevertheless, it was a good introduction done by our President Shawn and after that we go to Damai (yes, Damai again..I think the Penang team who came recently had been there for many many times..haha) for a drink and fellowship.

Oh, by the way, I haven’t introduced myself. I’m Madalen, coach for the ladies floorball. This is my first time coaching (I think it’s easier than being a referee, pressure, pressure.. haha). I’m glad that finally we can have our own floorball sessions coz some of the ladies are really shy to play with guys or when the guys are around. So, that means guys are not allowed to be in the hall, not even husbands :'(

In July, we have a player from Frontliners Penang joining us. Lavinia is in KK to further her study in UMS. She’s a fearless player, no guys can intimidate her (when we play with the guys). Frontliner Penang has definitely trained her well. Well done!!

Our ladies players are quick-learners, disciplined and serious. Two thumbs up for them! I thank God them, they really have good spirit. Keep it up ladies! Once, we had a group of 10 teachers, all first-timers. Wow…they really go for the ball (almost all of them, wherever the ball went). It reminded me of how we used to play. :D They're really good, they don't give up easily. We also had a lady with special need who joined one of the sessions. She was an enthusiastic player, played with all her heart. I’m so encouraged!

Lastly, our sessions are open to all ladies (and ladies only) who are interested in this sport. Just come with your proper attire, we will provide the sticks (unless you have your own) and balls. If you’ve never played this sport before, don’t worry, this is why we have these sessions and it’s not difficult at all to learn. Our youngest player is 7 years old. She really enjoys it! For those who know how to play and want to improve your skills/techniques, this is the place you can do so and maybe share your skills with us ;)

My hope is that this sport will be made known and well known to schools in KK and throughout Sabah.

Hosting Team Contact

2008-08-01T23:42:00.029+08:00

They came and they left. Sorry for the late write-up guys/gals. Perhaps the biggest and most anticipated event organized by Nomad Floorball Club for 2008, Team Contact was on mission to show Sabahans how floorball is played.

Team leader, Coach Edward Lim aka. ‘The One’ arrived 2 days ahead of schedule to explore the marine life in Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. He’s now believed to be a certified SSI open water diver. Wow….

3rd July (Thursday)

The first floorball clinic held at KK Community Hall. This time, we had Penny, Kenny & Uncle Sam assisting ‘The One’ with individual skills training while Lin Ken led a separate group of goalie wannabes at another corner.

We were grounded with the basics of basics AGAIN; and to their surprise, we’re still struggling with hitting a simple slap shot. Then there was the drag shot and then the sweep pass. So what I’ve learned?

1. Stop staring at the ball
2. Heads up; see what’s going on on-court.
3. Your grip got to be equally dirty (different holding positions for different shots
4. Get your technique right first instead of blasting the ball at full power every time
5. Run with 2 hands on your stick
6. Don’t tell the whole stadium you’re about to shoot
7. Uncle Sam likes to bully Lin Ken

It was fun and games after that but all of the training over the last 2 hours went out the window for me. Too exited for games to remember what was taught.

Dinner/Supper: Diamond Restaurant

4th July (Friday)

The rumours were true. The legendary and fearsome Team Contact has finally arrived at 1:40pm Air Asia Terminal. There’s James, the IFF certified referee with Bart Simpson hair, there’s Richard, the ‘Young Man’ who eats anything, Bryan son of James, Nicholas and Eythan son of Richard, cousins Sophia and Kai Sheng, Sunn, Ian, Calvin & Joseph.

TEAM CONTACT

In an attempt to ‘slow’ them down for the 4pm friendly at Shan Tao, we brought the team for a heavy lunch at Bandaran Berjaya. Unfortunately it was not enough and they still emerged victorious against Team Reloaded.

Kenny putting all his energy into that perfect slap

Lin Ken in his 'Cat' stance

Team Reloaded with import players (2 furthest players)

Team Contact with the Cage Attendant behind Penny

"Good Game.. good game... good game.. good game.. Goodies~~!!!"

Team Contact with Team Reloaded. Take note of the Time Keeper at the back in blue

What I’ve learned?

1. #2 always plays in front of the cage
2. #11 always slap pass into the centre
3. #13 runs like mad on the right wing and passes back hand into centre
4. I should’ve eaten less

That’s all I manage to see in the blur of the moment when contact plays – the moment everything happens.

After that, it was all a mad rush back to Century Hotel for shower and to d’Stream, Centre Point for Referee Training. Here’s when things gets interesting.

Referees in training

First, we’re all given a BASIC referee rules test just so that we know how much we didn’t know. There were 40 questions. For example: -

Player A looses the ball in a man-to-man situation. He/she feels that the opponent hit him/her with the stick. The referee does not referee in favour of player A and as a result of this player A throws his/her stick with force against the rink. The player is not trying to aim at the ball or the opponent. What is the action of the referee?
a) The game continues, since in this situation throwing the stick was not an offence
b) 2 + 10 minutes penalty
c) 5 minutes penalty

And then there was this:-

The players of Team A are behaving very ”bad” on the bench. The very upset team captain is thrown out with a Match Penalty. The captain refuses to give away his captain armlet to any other player and says “that they don’t need a captain, when there is only 8 minutes left of the period”. How do you react?
a) The game continues normally, but without a captain for team A
b) You name one of the players as captain in the Match Report, after which the game continues
c) You refuse to continue the game, since there according to the rules are no possibility to continue
d) You tell the team, that you will discontinue the game if there is no new captain appointed. If the team still refuses to name a new captain, you discontinue the game, since there according to the rules are no possibility to continue

Imagine being bombarded by questions after questions before the teacher begun teaching. Any guess?

After finding out how bad I’ll do as a referee, James asked ‘Why do you want to be a referee?” “What is the role of a referee”, “What characteristics does a referee need?”

This is getting tough.

"Game continues as long as you don't chop his head off. Any questions?"

Offence 902 - Locking an opponent's stick

"You got a problem?"-James "Uh oh... "-Sunn "Sei lorr......."-Kenny "ZzzzZZZzzzzz"-Uncle Chin "Pretend nothing's happenin"-Calvin

Lastly, there was positioning. Apparently there are ways referees are supposed to move with respect to the position of the ball, direction of the game, and where the other referee is. We were showed photos of how Penang referees did during their last league and I’m much comforted.

What I’ve learned?

1. Referee is boss
2. Referee must be physically fit
3. Counter grip is not allowed
4. Personal penalties
5. Judge intention of players
6. How to blow the whistle distinctively to mark an offence, serious offence, end of game & start of game
7. You’ll always get 2 + 10 minutes penalty for misconduct
8. Uncle Sam’s scuba diving license is questionable

Dinner/Supper: Diamond

5th July (Saturday)

Rumour has it; there are 3 minimum requirements to be a Sabahan. Explore the islands, climb Mt. Kinabalu & speak with ‘bah’ at the back of your sentences. “Don’t like that bah…..” Team contact is now 33% Sabahan after their island trip to Pulau Manukan. Judging by the condition of their hair when picking them up from the island, its easy to spot the non-swimmers.

After lunch, its Referee Practical for 1 hour and Team Strategies Training for the next 2 hours at Damai Community Hall. Here’s when we’re (referee trainees) put to the test when we’re asked to referee a mock-up game by Contact, with James scrutinizing every bit of our movements, our actions, our whistles, our communication, our hand signals, etc. We’re even taught how to run like a boss and how not to run as recorded by our videographer when James was demonstrating it. Here’s when I thought ‘What have I gotten myself into…….”

What have I learned?

1. Referee is boss
2. Communicate!
3. Show direction of game immediately after an offence
4. Run to the penalty spot as soon as possible to mark a free-hit to avoid delaying the offended team
5. 2 minutes bench penalty for incorrect distance
6. Kai Sheng and Colonel Sanders are good friends

Now its time for team strategies clinic. We’re briefed with the various formations, 2-2-1, 2-1-2, 1-2-2, 1-1-3, 0-0-5 and many more, fore-checking (how much pressure to apply), how to move with a 1-2-2 & 2-1-2 formation, how to defend with a 2-1-2 formation, how to open up game with a 1-2-2. We’re also taught of the most dangerous zones and the 2nd most dangerous zones on court.

The next part was free-hit in the danger zone (in front of the goal cage). Now this was technical! The way we did it was child’s play compared to what Contact showed us.

What have I learned?

1. There are 7 options in setting up a free-hit
2. Everyone has potential to score
3. Faking opponent into running inside the 3 meter zone
4. Screening the goalie
5. Screening the wall
6. Setting up a wall
7. Don’t get fooled by the runners
8. Tackle nearest opponent; man-to-man
9. What to look out for as a referee

Those 2 hours was obviously not enough to do in-depth team strategies as I felt there’s so much more to learn. Next session is at S.M. All Saints in less than 2 hours and its time to slow them down again. After having a meal at Damai and then moving on to our home ground, we had warm-ups, stretching and drills (Pin Ball, Snake, and Zebra). Uncle Telly and Adrian (Referee trainees) volunteered to referee our friendly match, and not forgetting Ernest; the faithful time keeper.

The anticipation of having a bite at Contact was high. Its now showdown time with the Legends of North, the 2008 Penang League Champions. 1-2-3- SUKSESS!!!

And we lost………………....

Though it was a 6-3 score against us, it was a good 3 points we scored against Contact. In my personal opinion it’s more like a 4-3 if we don’t count the goalie’s slippery hands. Credit goes to the entire team especially to our dear goalies who saved close to 10 shots during that match.

Dinner/Supper: Damai

6th July (Sunday)

It’s a Sunday. Madalen, Cynthia, Valerie and Elaine brought them for breakfast and then to d’Stream to attend service while ‘The One’ got exported to BCCM Rainfield for their service. ‘The One’ managed to get back to d’Stream before the sermon ‘Sowing in the Spirit’ started and we adjourned for lunch at Taman Fortuna before going back to hotel to change.

Eythan testing out the Cactus

The friendly match at Shan Tao is where all teams in KK gathered to have a go at Contact. The climax so to speak. There was Contact, Nomads, Reloaded, d’Gap-Rainfield & Hope-Skytos. Every team got to play with Contact and everyone had fun. It was also a time when all referee trainees were called into duty. I remember Uncle Sam shouting “REFEREE~!! WHERE ARE YOU SUPPOSE TO BE~~!!” and I started running faster than the players on field. That’s when I realized becoming a field player is so much easier. And then there was the “Referee KAyu!!!!” That’s what James meant when he said that referees should handle pressure calmly - Psychological Character.

James always have this taiko look.

Pure Joy - Priceless

Floorball addicts united!

Its dinner at Megah d’Aru that night with d’Stream PCC members. It was a great time of fellowship where all of us were winding down. I learned how to see whether Sunn’s wallet was open or close; and they learned how to label 3 bulbs. I’m still waiting for them to tell me how to make 4 equal triangles using 6 equal length tooth picks. Perhaps the next time we meet.

True character starting to show

Thank you thank you thank you thank you

7th July (Monday)

“Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty……… Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty……… Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty………” – Nokia 1110i

It’s a Monday morning and most of them got a flight to catch at 6:30am. Fetching them at 5am from the hotel is just about right. Madalen, Serri and I sent James, Richard, Bryan, Sunn, Nicholas, Kai Sheng, Ian, Calvin & Joseph to Air Asia that morning. Had breakfast at Tanjung Aru township after that and went home to get change for work.

At night, we had Coaches Clinic at d’Stream. Because we didn’t have enough time to do Secretariat training on the Friday Referee’s training, we had it first before going into coaching stuffs.

What did I learn?
1. You need 5 time keepers
2. A secretariat to keep count of how many scoring attempts were made
3. How to fill in the Match Record
4. You need to know the Assisting Player that contributed to the goal
5. You need to count how many spectators were present during the match
6. Sparring on paper
7. Positioning of players according to their stick sides
8. Communicating team strategies with the team
9. Life skills
10. Floorball for kids
11. Airhook is nonsense
12. Lin Ken does airhooks

Dinner/Supper : Damai

8th July (Tuesday)

“Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty……… Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty……… Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty………” – Nokia 1110i

Its Tuesday morning and its time to send Sophia and Kai Sheng to airport. This time, ‘The One’ followed just to make sure I didn’t send them to the train station instead.

At night, it was Contact’s last clinic in Kota Kinabalu for 2008. This session is especially for d’Gap where they did individual skills, Goose Chase & game by the end. I was reminded why I started wearing gloves as a goalie during my goalie days after seeing what happened to Lin Ken that evening. Getting shoved to the side by Penny for standing in front of her goal was somewhat a surprise as well.

What I’ve learned?
1. #3 is an aggressive player
2. #11 is not as young as he looks
3. ‘The One’ has cravings for Lamb Chops & Chicken Chops

Dinner/Supper: Damai

9th July (Wednesday)

“Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty……… Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty……… Its.. time.. to. get.. up......the. time .is.. four thirty………” – Nokia 1110i

This time, we’re sending off the last batch. ‘The One’. Penny, Kenny, Uncle Sam and Lin Ken. Looking back at all that we have received while hosting team contact and the organizing the events; it really is a miracle we pulled through. Team Contact’s discipline, passion, conviction and life skills are truly a testimony to God’s glory. Praise God!

Many thanks to Team Contact, NFC, Reloaded, d’Gap, Rainfield, Hope-Skytos & d’Stream PCC for their continuous support.

What I've gained?

1. I lost weight :D

Team Contact is coming to town! LATEST UPDATES!!

2008-06-12T14:42:00.010+08:00

CALLING ALL ENTHUSIASTIC FLOORBALLERS!!!

Team Contact is coming to town! Book your dates on the 3rd July (Thursday) till 7th July (Monday) and join us for a week of floorball!

THURSDAY (3rd July 2008)
Time : 7pm to 10pm (3 hours)
Venue : KK Community Hall
Event : Floorball Clinic
Note : Individual Skills with Goalie training
Fees : RM2 per pax

FRIDAY (4th July 2008)
Time 7pm to 10pm (3 hours)
Venue : d'Stream, W11, 5th Floor, Centre Point Sabah
Event : Referee Training
Note : Please confirm attendance with your team captains.
Fees : RM25 registration fee per pax

SATURDAY (5th July 2008) (Change of Venue)
Time : 3pm to 4pm (1 hour)
Venue : Damai Community Hall (previously at KK Community Hall)
Event : Referee Practical Training

Time : 4pm to 6pm (2 hours)
Venue : Damai Community Hall (previously at to KK Community Hall)
Event : Floorbal Clinic
Note : Team Strategies
Fees : RM2 per pax

Time : 8pm to 10pm (2 hours)
Venue : S.M All Saints School Hall
Event : Nomad vs Contact
Note : For NFC only

SUNDAY (6th July 2008)
Time : 3pm to 6pm (3 hours)
Venue : S.M Shan Tao School Hall
Event : Tournament with Contact
Note : Come in team jerseys!
Fees : RM2 per pax

MONDAY (7th July 2008)
Time : 7pm to 10pm (3 hours)
Venue : d'Stream, W11, 5th Floor, Centre Point Sabah
Event : Coaches Training
Note : Please sign up through your team captains.

For more information, please contact Shawn at nomadsborneo@gmail.com

Ladies Floorball is here!

2008-06-06T15:48:00.002+08:00

Hey gals here is some good news..long awaited news. Shenanigans has their own ladies night and why shouldn't we? Ladies floorball is here to stay. All the tricks and rules and secrets of floorball at your disposal. Just for the gals young and old alike, at Damai Community Hall every Sunday from 3-4 pm sharp. No worries coz we would provide the sticks yet if you've got your own gear do bring it along. And guys real sorry to say you aren't allowed into the hall. So gals get a move on=p Cya this Sunday.

Nomad Floorball League 2008 Photos

2008-06-01T00:05:00.009+08:00

At last! The long awaited photos from the recently concluded Nomad Floorball League 2008!

Nomad Black Ravens in WHITE! doing group stretching

Capt. Leonard Wong running through some strategies with his team

Capt. Leonard : "You stand here, run there, and watch for this fella here........understand??"

Leon : "Ermm..... "

Ivan Lai C.K. having a stretch at home

Game on!

Nomad All Saints (in blue) vs Nomad Reloaded (in black)

"All right boys, play nice. Remember, no biting, no elbows, no knees."

Goalie Wisdom 101 : When both knees fails, use your butt!

Fresh goalie, Mr. Nazrin replacing Mr. Aliff

Offence 909 - Roughing. "Oi! Ape ni!"

Reloaded (in black) vs Hope-Skytos (in white)

Face Off!

Goalie Confession - " 99% of girls are beautiful"

Couch advice "Cover up that hole on the left side of your helmet bro!"

Nomad Challenge Trophy

Note : Helmets, Sticks, Ball and that blue bag not included

Score board sponsored by d'Gap Floorball Team

" 3-2-1 BUTTERFLY!! "

Reloaded - "Let's show the Black Ravens who's blacker!"

Nomad Black Ravens (in white) vs Reloaded (in black)

Leon - "Referee! Why no foul!!"

Referee - "Justin's just being friendly"

Who's on the far left?

HOPE-SKYTOS

NOMAD BLACK RAVENS

NOMAD ALL SAINTS

RELOADED

NOMAD ALL SAINTS

NOMADS

RELOADED with their DIE HARD SUPPORTERS!

Nomad Floorball League 2008 Results

2008-05-21T00:20:00.005+08:00

Champion - Reloaded
1st Runner Up - Nomad All Saints
2nd Runner Up - Nomad Black Ravens
3rd Runner Up - Hope-Skytos

Top Scorers

12 goals - Gregory Chin (Reloaded)

7 goals - Samuel Wong (Reloaded)

7 goals - William Chong (Nomad All Saints)

6 goals - Adrian Crnila Bin Kareem (Nomad All Saints)

6 goals - Adrian Lim (Reloaded)

6 goals - Mark Casselle Mickey (Nomad All Saints)

5 goals - Terence Wong (Hope-Skytos)

4 goals - Leslie Ling (Hope-Skytos)

4 goals - Lim Yao Seng (Reloaded)

3 goals - Alexander Carl Gutual (Nomad All Saints)

3 goals - Tham Yao Kit (Nomad Black Ravens)

2 goals - Eugene Wong (Nomad Black Ravens)

2 goals - Jonathan Lee (Nomad Black Ravens)

2 goals - Leonard Wong (Nomad Black Ravens)

2 goals - Lim Yao Long (Reloaded)

2 goals - Travis Chong (Reloaded)

1 goal - Aaron Lim (Reloaded)

1 goal - Felix Wong (Nomad Black Ravens)

1 goal - Oscar Chew (Hope-Skytos)

1 goal - Samantha Jafree (Nomad All Saints)

1 goal - Telly Chong (Reloaded)

Nomad Black Ravens vs Reloaded

2008-05-20T23:24:00.002+08:00

It was a gloomy afternoon for the Black Ravens. Fresh from the previous night’s massacre (Nomad Black Ravens 1 vs. Nomad All Saints 14) they’re now up against an invincible team, Reloaded.

7 team members reported for duty, out of which, 3 sustained heavy injuries. With Capt. Leonard Wong (00:28) leading the first attack, Raven’s spirit was lifted momentarily as he scored within the 1st minute of the match, shooting right through, between the goalie’s legs. It was all defensive play from that moment on after Reloaded started pounding on Raven’s defense. In a sudden turn of events, 13 year old Tham Yao Kit (17:07 & 18:00) managed to harass Reloaded defense twice within a minute! Another 2 scores by Tham Yao Kit (4:42) and Felix Wong (9:16) during the 2nd period was all that the Black Ravens has to give before succumbing to Reloaded’s supremacy.

End of 1st Period : Nomad Black Ravens 3 : Reloaded 8

End of 2nd Period : Nomad Black Ravens 2 : Reloaded 8

FINAL SCORE : Nomad Black Ravens 5 : Reloaded 16

1st Period
Capt. Leonard Wong – Nomad Black Ravens (00:28)
Adrian Lim – Reloaded (4:08)
Adrian Lim – Reloaded (6:37)
Gregory Chin – Reloaded (7:26)
Lim Yao Seng – Reloaded (8:41)
Samuel Wong – Reloaded (9:09)
Gregory Chin – Reloaded (10:17)
Gregory Chin – Reloaded (14:51)
Tham Yao Kit – Nomad Black Ravens (17:07)
Tham Yao Kit – Nomad Black Ravens (18:00)
Aaron Lim – Reloaded (19:45)

2nd Period
Tham Yao Kit – Nomad Black Ravens (4:42)
Lim Yao Seng – Reloaded (7:14)
Gregory Chin – Reloaded (8:38)
Travis Chong – Reloaded (8:47)
Gregory Chin – Reloaded (9:03)
Felix Wong – Nomad Black Ravens (9:16)
Samuel Wong – Reloaded (11:09)
Samuel Wong – Reloaded (12:22)
Adrian Lim – Reloaded (15:19)
Lim Yao Long – Reloaded (16:13)

Reloaded vs Hope-Skytos

2008-05-20T22:52:00.000+08:00

Hope-Skytos’ last match of the league proves to be a spectacular game; but unfortunately it was disrupted by a city black-out just before the start of the 2nd Period. Having the 2nd period on the 18th of May (6 days after the 1st period) saw Hope-Skytos’ team falter as only half of their team were able to attend the onslaught by Reloaded now twice their size. Hope-Skytos played hard without losing hope when facing inevitable

End of 1st Period : Reloaded 6 : Hope-Skytos 3

End of 2nd Period : Reloaded 4 : Hope-Skytos 0

FINAL SCORE : Reloaded 10 : Hope-Skytos 3

1st Period
Lim Yao Long – Reloaded (1:25)
Adrian Lim – Reloaded (2:25)
Telly Chong – Reloaded (2:42)
Terence Chong – Hope-Skytos (6:23)
Leslie Ling – Hope-Skytos (6:49)
Gregory Chin – Reloaded (8:04)
Adrian Lim – Reloaded (13:31)
Lim Yao Seng – Reloaded (15:45)
Leslie Ling – Hope-Skytos (16:00)

2nd Period
Travis Chong – Reloaded (2:44)
Gregory Chin – Reloaded (3:48)
Gregory Chin – Reloaded (10:17)
Samuel Wong – Reloaded (14:24)

Nomad Black Ravens vs Nomad All Saints

2008-05-18T21:15:00.003+08:00

The sun did not shine today. In the wake of a terrible civil war between the two Nomad clans on the 17th May 2008, the Black Ravens succumbed to the harsh reality of defeat. With 1 injured player and 3 absent players, it was a massacre.

With only Eugene Wong (13:09) scoring their only goal of the match, Nomad All Saints trampled all remaining hopes into dust and ashes. Let’s take a moment of silence……….

End of 1st Period : Nomad Black Ravens 1 : Nomad All Saints 6

End of 2nd Period : Nomad Black Ravens 0 : Nomad All Saints 8

FINAL SCORE : Nomad Black Ravens 1 : Nomad All Saints 14

1st Period
Mark Casselle Mickey – Nomad All Saints (3:44)
William Chong – Nomad All Saints (5:31)
Adrian Crnila Bin Kareem – Nomad All Saints (5:55)
Mark Casselle Mickey – Nomad All Saints (8:20)
Adrian Crnila Bin Kareem – Nomad All Saints (9:32)
Adrian Crnila Bin Kareem – Nomad All Saints (10:14)
Eugene Wong – Nomad Black Ravens (13:09)

2nd Period
William Chong – Nomad All Saints (1:09)
Mark Casselle Mickey – Nomad All Saints (1:17)
Adrian Crnila Bin Kareem – Nomad All Saints (5:00)
Adrian Crnila bin Kareem – Nomad All Saints (5:19)
Alexander Carl Gutual – Nomad All Saints (6:31)
Alexander Carl Gutual – Nomad All Saints (15:09)
Mark Casselle Mickey – Nomad All Saints (16:47)
Samantha Jafree – Nomad All Saints (19:58)

Nomad Floorball League News Flash!!!

2008-05-09T18:56:00.005+08:00

Attention! Attention! Attention!

Due to unforeseen circumstances, please find the updated Match Schedule below.

Monday - 5th May 2008: (Damai Community Hall)

Hope-Skytos (2) vs Nomad Black Ravens (4) (7-8pm) DONE
Nomad All Saints (3) vs Reloaded (9) (8-9pm) DONE

Wednesday - 7th May 2008: (Damai Community Hall)

Hope-Skytos (5) vs Nomad All Saints (6) (7-8pm) DONE
Nomad Black Ravens vs Reloaded (8-9pm) ----> POSTPONED to 18th May 2008 (SUNDAY)

Monday - 12th May 2008: (Damai Community Hall)

Reloaded vs Hope-Skytos (7-8pm) ----> 1st Period DONE, 2nd period POSTPONED to 18th May 2008 (SUNDAY)
Nomad Black Ravens vs Nomad All Saints (8-9pm) ----> POSTPONED to 17th May 2008 (SATURDAY)
Prize giving and photography (9-9:30pm) ----> RESCHEDULED to 18th May 2008 (SUNDAY)

Saturday- 17th May 2008: (S.M. All Saints)

Nomad Black Ravens (1) vs Nomad All Saints (14) (8-9pm)

Sunday- 18th May 2008: (Damai Community Hall)

Reloaded (10) vs Hope-Skytos (3) (3:30pm - 4pm)
Nomad Black Ravens (5) vs Reloaded (16) (4:15pm - 5:15pm)
Prize giving and photography (5:15pm - 5:45pm)

Hope-Skytos vs Nomad All Saints

2008-05-09T18:44:00.006+08:00

Make it or break it. Both teams are desperate for a win to stay off the bottom of the league table. Renewed spirit has brought team Hope-Skytos early unto the war zone. This time they brought along their drill sergeant, Jarrow Marcus. He is a man that commands authority; when he speaks submission follows. Sir! yes sir!

Team Nomad All Saints however had no numbers to show for. A smuggling attempt for an unregistered player was foiled by our watchful secretariat, Philip Chin . With Kiran bin Abdul Hatam and Mohamed Adam Mohamed Ali absent, it’s gonna be an underhand battle between a team of 8 (Nomad All Saints) and a team of 11 (Hope-Skytos). On a positive note to Nomad’s favor, the All Saints boys have already inflicted damage even before the battle began. Notoriously famous for their hard-style playing, no other team has successfully committed all penalty offences on the book except this one. Good thing Team Hope-Skytos brought in numbers, they’re gonna need it!

The whistle blows! Its not surprising to see conservative play from Hope-Skytos but with Nomad All Saints taming down as well, one would expect judgment day is been delayed. Its obvious Hope-Skytos is working on their organized attack and Nomad All Saints holding their patience. By the first minute, Mark Casselle Mickey (1:04) fired an easy score to send the first warning to their opponents.

A second warning shot by the unassuming Alexander Carl Gutual (6:01), with no forward experience extended the lead by 2 for Nomad All Saints. Obviously All Saints is taunting their opponent, warming up for a bigger meal.

Capt. Oscar Chew retaliated and shifted his team into power play, doubling all scoring attempts with him personally taking on 3 defenders from the left wing but to no avail. All shots were either deflected off the defenders, or it was a poor miss. Nomad’s shining armor proves impenetrable with Capt. William Chong holding the helm. Nomad All Saints bled by the 9th minute, as Capt. Oscar Chew’s (9:29) shot delivered a fatal blow into the corner of the cage. Hope came rushing in.

Perhaps it was a mistake to stay on prolonged power play even with numbers. A swift counter attack by Mark Casselle Mickey (12:04) on the 12th minute strengthened Nomad’s dominance, but it only serves to infuriate Hope-Skytos’ burning passion to get even. Just 14 seconds from face off, Capt. William Chong (12:18) prepares to flush any left-over hope off their opponents with a magnificent play, dribbling from the back of his own goal, passing a winger, a centre forward and 2 defenders; scoring against the established goalie, Jonathan Lim. What a move! Suffering from fatigue due to prolonged power play Hope-Skytos retreated into passive fore-check; and they held till the end of 1st period.

End of 1st Period : Hope-Skytos 1 : Nomad All Saints 4

Hold the Fort! That was Nomad All Saints’ strategy in the second half, but it was such a huge lead on the score board, Capt. William Chong sent his players for a stroll around the battle field. Terence Wong of Hope-Skytos started to go offensive, partnering with Joerel Marcus and Leslie Ling, the trio confused and baffled Nomad’s defense, shooting through with Terrence Wong (3:21) while maintaining his composure. One can only wonder where does Hope-Skytos’ fighting spirit comes from. As if that wasn’t enough, a second score by Terence Wong (6:22) again on the right wing sent shockwaves into Nomad All Saints’ stronghold. They were closing in.

Taking matters into his own hands, Capt. William Chong came back into active duty from his retirement bench. Defending against waves and waves of slap shots, Capt William Chong committed an untimely 2-minute bench penalty by high-sticking Jarrow Marcus on a desperate clear. With such momentum stacking up, Jarrow Marcus too committed a 2-minute bench penalty for pushing, desperate for a score. Immediately after finishing his 2-minutes, Capt. William Chong (13:57) sneaked up against Hope-Skytos’ defense and crushed her fans with a close range slap shot right next to the goalie. It wasn’t just scoring, it was intimidation!

Unfazed, Hope-Skytos pressed in with High Fore-Check position. Taking opportunity on Nomad’s fatigued players, Terence Wong (15:01) scored to the right side of the cage from the right wing, reigniting their fighting spirits. Seeing that Nomad All Saints is out of fresh substitution players, they played like their whole life depended on it. In 54 seconds, Terence Wong (15:55) successfully placed his team in equal standing with Nomad All Saints; shooting past 2 defenders and a goalie from centre court!. 4 minutes left on the clock with a 5: 5 score, the atmosphere is electrifying!

What a disaster for Capt. William Chong; as he is now forced to change to semi fore-check position. With all his pale faced players wishing for strength, they miraculously turned the table around. It is now Hope-Skytos’ turn to hold their fort!

It was a desperate attempt to pull away. Every Nomad players were gambling for a long shot to seal their victory, but it wasn’t happening under Jonathan Lim’s guard. Not until Adrian Crnila Bin Kareem (16:49), perhaps the skinniest Nomad All Saints player scored a rebound on this crucial juncture.

3 minutes left on the clock, Hope-Skytos gave it their all and punished the Nomads for their last score. It was a strong play until Jarrow Marcus got slapped with another 2-minute bench penalty for pushing with his elbows. With one player short from Hope-Skytos, Nomad All Saints stood in victory at the end of the match.

End of 2nd Period : Hope-Skytos 4 : Nomad All Saints 2

FINAL SCORE : Hope-Skytos 5 : Nomad All Saints 6

1st Period

Mark Casselle Mickey - Nomad All Saints (1:04)
Alexander Carl Gutual - Nomad All Saints (6:01)
Capt. Oscar Chew - Hope-Skytos (9:29)
Mark Casselle Mickey - Nomad All Saints (12:04)
Capt. William Chong - Nomad All Saints (12:18)

2nd Period

Terence Wong - Hope-Skytos (3:21)
Terence Wong - Hope-Skytos (6:22)
Capt. William Chong - Nomad All Saints (13:57)
Terence Wong - Hope-Skytos (15:01)
Terence Wong - Hope-Skytos (15:55)
Adrian Crnila Bin Kareem - Nomad All Saints (16:49)

Nomad All Saints vs Reloaded

2008-05-08T00:06:00.008+08:00

The match-up between Nomad All Saints and Reloaded lived up to its billing as the most action packed game of the night. New kids on the block, All Saints comprised of members from the SM All Saints school, led by their captain, Capt. William Chong who is also the Sabah West Coast MSSM hockey goalie against the very experienced and battle hardened Reloaded team led by acting captain, Telly Chong. (Capt. Chin Foo Wing was absent)

From the first second, both teams were vying for control of the game, with both sides going on the offence, testing the opponent’s goalies and the counter-attacking once the offence was broken down. However, it was evident from the start that the veteran Reloaded team played with a maturity and composure that far exceeded their age. They read the game and each other well (Agent Mulder and Scully of the X-files would claim that they were communicating through Telepathy if they watched the game!) and their deft passing on both sides of the court left the All Saints team struggling to gain possession by playing a more physical game and scraping and fighting for the ball, often times committing offences that sent their players to the bench and giving Reloaded a chance to put pressure on their opponents in power play. However, it was during one of these power plays that All Saints were able to turn the table on their opponents when Capt. William Chong intercepted a stray pass and raced for the goal and skilfully manoeuvred the ball to open the account for the All Saints. Nevertheless, Reloaded kept their composure and stuck to their game plan and in the 11th minute, they were rewarded when Gregory Chin slapped a missile into the top corner of the All Saints cage setting his team in frenzy. They soon struck again in the 13th minute while All Saints were caught napping and a skilful pass to an unmarked Adrian Lim was converted into a beautiful shot upstairs, far from the reach of the All Saints goalie. Reloaded would go on to score yet another time before the end of the period.

End of 1st Period: Nomad All Saints 1 : Reloaded 3

All Saints decided to field their 2nd goalie in the 2nd period but that did not stop the scoring frenzy of team Reloaded. With their confidence building, they took advantage of All Saints who were looking tired and dispirited. Once again Gregory Chin found the back of the net just 2 minutes into the game. Retaliation from All Saints was swift, with their Captain, Capt. William Chong scoring shortly after that. All Saints, were not about to give up yet. However, their respite was temporary as Reloaded were again allowed to wreck havoc in All Saints’ half and their unmarked Samuel Wong scored back to back goals in the 2nd & 3rd minute. A brave solo effort by Capt. William Chong brought the score to 3-6 to Reloaded.

From that point onwards, the game descended into more of a fistfight, with both teams slugging it out with their bodies and stick, and the referee warning several players, particularly from All Saints to behave or risk being sent to the penalty bench. Team Reloaded would go one to score 3 more goals through their playmakers, Gregory Chin and Samuel Wong before the end of the 2nd period.

End of 2nd Period: Nomad All Saints 2 : Reloaded 6

The game ended with both teams giving their best and leaving nothing to chance and both teams deserve to be applauded for the wonderful match that left everyone who was watching asking for more. With 4 more games to slug it out between all the teams, the inaugural season promises to be an exciting one!

FINAL SCORE : Nomad All Saints 3 : Reloaded 9

1st Period
Capt. William Chong - Nomad All Saints (7m 03s)
Gregory Chin - Reloaded (11m 21s)
Adrian Lim - Reloaded (13m 12s)
Lim Yao Seng - Reloaded (16m 04s)

2nd Period
Gregory Chin - Reloaded (1m 45s)
Capt. William Chong - Nomad All Saints (2m 37s)
Samuel Wong - Reloaded (2m 59s)
Samuel Wong - Reloaded (3m 45s)
Capt. William Chong - Nomad All Saints (4m 12s)
Gregory Chin - Reloaded (9m 59s)
Samuel Wong - Reloaded (12m 55s)
Gregory Chin - Reloaded (15m 07s)

Hope-Skytos vs Nomad Black Ravens

2008-05-07T02:02:00.006+08:00

The league is officially started by the first match opening lead by Capt. Oscar Chew of Hope-Skytos and Capt. Leonard Wong of Nomad Black Ravens. Just a short history of team Hope-Skytos; which is the power combination and the best of team Eklektos and team Power Oranges, presenting a real threat to the Black Ravens. From the start, it is evident Nomad Black Ravens is up against a team that will display a game play full of energy, speed, and youthful passion.

By the first blow of the whistle, both sides are struggling to gain game dominance with lots of exchanged possessions and careless passes. Once the floor is warmed up, Hope-Skytos drew first blood by the 11th minute through Leslie Ling (11:10) in close range! How did he pass those defenders!

While licking up their wounds with 3 minutes remaining in the first half, Jonathan Lee (17:13) of Black Ravens returned the favor to gain an equalizing goal. Jonathan Lim (acting goalie of Hope-Skytos) however doubted the legitimacy of the goal and called upon the referee for a check. After hearing out their defense, the referee stood firm with his decision and it was a moment of relief for the Ravens.

End of 1st Period : Hope-Skytos 1 : Nomad Black Ravens 1

By the second half, the Ravens are no longer circling their prey. Its time to go for the kill. Jonathan Lee (1:00) scored within the first minute with his signature air-drag shot which got the crowd cheering. With the morale advantage the Ravens has now, team captain, Capt. Leonard called for High Fore-Check formation, pressuring to break Hope-Skytos' attacking spirit. By the 5th minute, Capt. Leonard (5:43) prepared the coffin by scoring a rebound from Eugene Wong's half court slap shot. Its even rumored to be a personal spiritual victory for the dear Captain. Disbelief was written all across his face.

Eugene Wong (5:52) aka. Sniper, finally nailed the coffin from beyond half court, shooting right from home within 2 seconds from the start of face-off, which sent Jonathan Lim unto his knees begging for mercy. The crowd was going crazy with the 4:1 lead by the Black Ravens. Under the command of Capt. Leonard, the team moved into defensive play, which could've been a grave mistake. Unfortunately for Hope-Skytos, even with their commendable fighting spirit, they were not able to break Black Raven's defense. Credit goes to Deidre Leonard, Cynthia Lee, Felix Wong and Chin Kong for their sacrificial defense.

16 minutes left on the clock, Hope-Skytos pressed-in and never slowed down. It was a morale blow, but they still had time. Numerous shots were attempted, but none could pass through Raven's defense, not until the end of the 16th minute; with 3 minutes left on the clock, Leslie Ling (16:59) again penetrated Raven's stronghold and took on the goalie one-on-one, narrowing their margin of defeat with a score!

End of 2nd Period : Hope-Skytos 1 : Nomad Black Ravens 3

FINAL SCORE : Hope-Skytos 2 : Nomad Black Ravens 4

1st Period
Leslie Ling - Hope-Skytos (11:10)
Jonathan Lee - Nomad Black Ravens (17:13)

2nd Period
Jonathan Lee - Nomad Black Ravens (1:00)
Capt. Leonard Wong - Nomad Black Ravens (5:43)
Eugene Wong - Nomad Black Ravens (5:52)
Leslie Ling - Hope-Skytos (16:59)

Team Matchup Schedule

2008-04-29T15:24:00.009+08:00

As noted in the form, the NFC league would commence on the 5th, 7th and 12th May 2008 with four teams contesting. Lots were cast and the decision has been made.

Team A: Hope-Skytos
Team B: Nomad Black Ravens
Team C: Nomad All Saints
Team D: Reloaded

Team schedule are as below:

Monday - 5th May 2008: (Damai Community Hall)

Hope-Skytos (2) vs Nomad Black Ravens (4) (7-8pm)
Nomad All Saints (3) vs Reloaded (9) (8-9pm)

Wednesday - 7th May 2008: (Damai Community Hall)

Hope-Skytos (5) vs Nomad All Saints (6) (7-8pm)
Nomad Black Ravens vs Reloaded (8-9pm) -----> POSTPONED to 18th May 2008

Monday - 12th May 2008: (Damai Community Hall)

Reloaded vs Hope-Skytos (7-8pm)
Nomad Black Ravens vs Nomad All Saints (8-9pm)
Prize giving and photography (9-9:30pm) ------> RESCHEDULED to 18th May 2008

Sunday- 18th May 2008: (Damai Community Hall)

Nomad Black Ravens vs Reloaded (3:30-4:30pm)
Prize giving and photography (4:30-5pm)

For further inquiry do ask Shawn (016-8301020). May the best team win and best wishes to all participants.

ATTENTION, PLEASE TAKE NOTE

2008-04-13T19:47:00.006+08:00

Please take note that the league dates have been postponed to 5th May-12th May 2008. The venue has also been changed to Damai Community Hall, Likas from 7-9pm. Instead of Saturday and Sunday, matchups would be on both Mondays and Wednesdays (7-9pm) respectively. The fee for playing is RM 60 and the dateline to payup is 26th April 2008. For further info and for the latest forms being distributed please inform Shawn (016-8301020).

Thank you.

NOMAD FLOORBALL CLUB 2008 FLOORBALL LEAGUE

2008-04-04T14:25:00.006+08:00

Extra extra read all about it!!

Nomad Floorball Club 2008 Floorball League is right here in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. At last our homegrown first 'NFL' season playoffs (not football k).

So get a geng of 10 players+2 goalies at least and your sticks and stamina ready. Season playoffs are from 26th April 2008-21st June 2008. Lets rock SM All Saints School Hall to the max! And make sure your Saturday nights (8-9pm) and Sunday afternoons (2-3pm) are reserved for this league k. Any Saturday night fever partying have it after your game la. Ohh...you got to pay to play you know. RM100/team. Dateline for payment and form submission is the 19th of April 2008 to :

Ms. Madalen Kong (012-8296077) at Suite 1-5-W11, 5th Floor,
CPS Tower, Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Payment may be made in cash only.

So itching for action already? Get your forms from Shawn (016-8301020). Further info do contact him too. Get your strategies ready folks..Cheers.

A visit by WILSON MOY of Ztec 8cer

2008-03-25T11:15:00.002+08:00

Last week, we had the opportunity to host Wilson Moy of Ztec 8cer who came over to Sabah for a break with his family.

A few days before that, we received an e-mail from a ‘Wilson’ who informed us that he was a Penang League player who wished to join us for our weekly ‘grunt’, during his short stay in KK. For a brief moment, we stared at the e-mail uncertain of what to make of it. It was one of those moments where a sense of awe is mix with a tinge of dread. A PENANG LEAGUE PLAYER is coming to our playground!!!

I for one filled my head with an image of a particular bully Wilson I used to know when I was a wee lad, who was like the Hulk (always green and mean!) and always amused himself by forcing us to go round and round and round on the not-so-merry-go-round. When I did finally come to my senses, my beloved el capitan Shawn dropped me another bombshell by telling me that he would not be able to lead this week’s training due to a scheduled office function and gave me the solemn duty of taking care of Nomad and Hulk, er.. I mean, Wilson.. oh, boy…..

I frantically searched around for more information on Wilson. I didn’t have a lot of clues to begin with, as Wilson only mentioned that he trained with the Penang team. However, my weekly AXN C.S.I watching/training thought me to get some leads from our sources in Penang (thank you, Pene) and sure enough, my search was narrowed down to a Ztec 8cer player called Moy…

(Character Profiling of Wilson = League Player + Hulk and had surname Moy). This was it. Ready or not, ♪Wilson Moy is coming to town…♪♪

Training day came and I set a place and time to meet with Wilson @ Hulk Moy. Although we had no idea how he looked like, we relied on the fact that he would be easy to pick-out from the KK crowd since not a lot of Sabahans walk around with their Floorball gear (Plus, he’s the HULK!!)

When we did finally meet up with Wilson, all visions of a Hulkish man with a mean grin quickly vanished as we were greeted by an unassuming young man whose only Hulkish character was his big heart for Floorball. We found out that Wilson is the designated coach for team Ztec 8cer and he spoke passionately about the game and also his future plans for his team as well. After training, we brought Wilson for our customary post-training dinner/supper and Wilson soon found out that our appetite for food is as ravishing as our appetite for Floorball! I guess we are as Hulkish as Wilson as well!! :)

On behalf of team Nomad, we wish the best to Wilson and team Ztec 8cer in their endeavour in the current league and wish to extend our warmest invitation to any visiting Penang Floorball players to join us if they are in town. Just drop us an email, and perhaps a mug shot of yourself so that Leonard doesn’t let his imagination run wild once again!! GO ZTEC!!!!

NFC Floorball Tournament - 24th February 2008

2008-03-08T22:21:00.013+08:00

Date : 24th February 2008
Time : 2pm - 4pm
Venue : S.M All Saints, Likas

The tournament ended with a bang with a matchup between NFC (Nomad Floorball Club) and Reloaded. In the end, the champs were NFC yet it was soo close and adrenalinely exhilarating. First runner-up is Reloaded followed by second-runner up Eklektos. 6 teams participated which were divided into 2 groups; Group 1 (Rainfield, Eklektos and D'Gap) and Group 2 (NFC, Reloaded and Power Oranges). Overall it was an excellent game between the 6 teams and the crowd were kept glued to their seats. Such speed and grace till you lost track of the teams. Anyhow congratulations to all teams for making this tournament a success. They'll be more action to come...sooon. As for now enjoy some snippets from the event.

A view from the secretariat's territory.

Respective teams territory.

Scorecard in view.

Drinks sponsored by F&N Drinks

Team Power Oranges in anticipation.

Gold, silver, bronze..what more could I ask for=p

Madelen our secretariat.

Everyone waiting for instructions from Shawn the referee.

Team Power Oranges strategizing.

All systems go..soon (NFC)

Emm..what went wrong?

Reloaded vs Power Oranges

Team NFC running wild.

One of the teams giving a penalty shot.

Face-off

Penalty shots

Felix chilling out for awhile.
Wonder what caught Leonard's keen goalie eyes..

Eugene of NFC slamming in the ball.

A tired out goalie.

The goalie and the referee..wonder what's up

Start of a match-up

Victory hug by the champs (NFC)

Bravery is a goalie's best weapon.

Shawn presenting the gold medals to the NFC players.

No Floorball this coming Saturday - 8th March 2008

2008-03-06T09:18:00.002+08:00

Fellow enthusiastic floorballers and non-floorballers alike,
It is my solemn duty to blog this announcement :-

There is NO FLOORBALL this saturday - 8th March 2008

Floorball will resume the following Saturday - 15th March 2008.
Same time, same place.

Please do not hesitate to call Shawn at 016-8301020
or Leonard at 016-8131733 for the most updated information.

NOMAD FLOORBALL CLUB (NFC) LOGO

2008-02-19T12:18:00.004+08:00

Announcing the arrival of NFC's very own logo. The lion figure is very catchy I should say; majestic and tough.

2008 Kota Kinabalu Floorball Competition

2008-02-14T08:18:00.003+08:00

When?: 24th February 2008

Clock?: 1300-1600 hrs

Where?: SM All Saints School Hall

$$$$?: RM 38 per team

Who's in? Anyone dying to pitch their skills against the 'big boys'. As long as you're human and above 13 years old.

Geng karas?

each team minimum 5 field players and no goalie; to a max of 10 field players and 2 goalies
each player can only be registered with one team only. No 'dual citizenship'.

Play ball time?

each team allowed a min of 4 field players and no goalie in court; or a max of 5 field players and 1 goalie in court.
1 neutral goalie provided for teams with no registered goalie.
each match played in 1 period of not longer than 10 minutes.
teams must report 10 minutes before scheduled time of match.
in the event of a draw, 3 penalties would be taken from the centre of the court.

All blacks or rainbows?

anything but must wear own jersey/team color during the match. No lone ranger.
proper attire please, no 'kaki ayam'.

The Jury?

referee's final word is final. No 'buts'.
each team must nominate a team captain to handle team affairs.
any unsporting behaviour would result in disqualification.

$$$$?

complete each entry form and submit RM 38 per team as entry fee by 16/2/08.
fees paid are non refundable unless the even has been cancelled by the organizers.

Last words by the organizers: Participation is at your own risk. We won't bear any responsibility for any injuries or loss of belongings sustained during this event or activities related to this event. We have the right to any decision made through the competition and no damages shall be claimed from the organizers.

PS: for competitors below 18 years of age, a parent's/guardian's signature is required before they can participate.

Entry forms can be obtained frm Mr. Shawn Chung (016-8301020). Please submit the forms to: Mr. Shawn Chung (016-8301020), Suite 1-5-W11, 5th Floor, CPS Tower, Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Payments can be made in cash or cheque. Payment by cheques be made payable to: TWELVE SHEEP SDN. BHD.

So what are you waiting for?

Grab a form, get your gang and head on for the game of your life!

*Don't forget dateline's this 16th February 2008. Cheers!

Gaya Street Floorball

2007-12-26T11:24:00.000+08:00

From the 19th-21st December from 6:30-11:00 pm, a Christmas celebration was organised by Dewan Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu (DBKK) at Gaya Street. So the Nomads had the privilege to setup a counter specially for floorball where the public have the chance to try their hands at the game for free. The response was awesome. The assistants were kept busy catching flying balls and entertaining curious children and their parents. Everyone was given a strip of paper with the nomads floorball club website written on it. Enjoy the few pictures taken during the event.

Jonathan demonstrating to the kid how to shoot with a left stick.

All set to beat the goalie.

Our captain Shawn giving some pointers to the kid.

The shot that sent the ball flying sky high.

Leonard as the goalie.

The Fellowship Of The Sticks

2007-12-19T11:50:00.000+08:00

15th Dec 2007 marked the match aka practice match between Eklektos (BCCM Likas Youth Group) and the Nomads. Well that Saturday was like any normal practice for floorball but today was slightly different. We've had more than enough people till we are able to form separate teams for the dudes and the gals. But of course we started off with an intense warmup of running up and down the badminton court. Then it was time for goaling practice while controling the ball.

Now it was show time. This time we had 2goalies; shawn and leonard for each side of the court. 2 teams each for the dudes' and gals' side. Each game lasted 10 mins but was fast and furious. Yet it was a good experience playing with new friends where we learn to be flexible with people's style. We had a mixture of newbies and veterans yet was a good learning experience.And of course enjoying our new floorball 'kaki'.

Stay tuned for more floorball news=p Cheers.

Floorball color balls up for grabs

2007-11-23T08:27:00.000+08:00

Oh goodie floorball balls up for grabs at last! Striking colors and attractive prices too..Though these aren't IFF certified yet they are pretty good beginner balls coz:
1. softer and therefore cheaper.
2. they don't travel as fast thus won't hurt when u get hit.
3. they're so similar to the certified ones u can't tell the difference.

Just check out the pics to make your selection.

Figure 1: these balls have dimple on them. Very much like the precision ones but slightly softer. Only white balls are unavailable at the moment. RM4.00 per ball.

Figure 2: These balls have no dimples and are softer and smoother than in Figure 1. Perfect for youngsters. Whites are unavailable. We may have red ones. RM3.00 per ball.

Interested? Contact Shawn (016-8301020) or email to nomadsborneo@gmail.com . Please note that transportation cost is not inclusive.

Floorball in S.M. All Saints

2007-11-14T03:46:00.001+08:00

Date : 6th November 2007
Time : 7:30am - 9:30am
Venue : S.M. All Saints Hall

It was a Tuesday morning and we had to arrive by 7am to setup goal cages, tables, pens, etc.

We were introducing floorball into S.M All Saints to the form 3 students that faithful morning. What an opportunity! What an early day it was too! Being typical Nomads that we are, we arrive with empty stomachs. Rule #1, never play floorball infront of a bunch of enthusiastic students AND teachers without nourishment. aka. breakfast.

Ofcourse things did not happen as planned too, for example ; all 100 students or so and atleast 3 teachers with laptops sitting with tables on stage, waiting for me to begin (the students are suppose to come in batches of 20s). Not to mention, my team were having difficult putting up the goal cages with the added pressure of 200 eye balls watching. Rule #2, HAVE A PLAN B.

So we started by introducing the rules:-
- high stick
- slashing, hooking, lifting
- between legs
- jumping
- diving
- pushing, holding, blocking
- dribbling with feet, heading
- FAQ

Rounded the first 12 enthusiastic bunch of guys and 12 skeptical bunch of girls, we did passes followed by the next group until the time when everyone was waiting for. GAME TIME!

The rest of the morning went very well with request from both students and teachers for us to continue playing till school finishes. Such a good offer but by looking at the time - 10am, we've gotta go to BREAK FAST. Also a good way to keep them joining us on Saturday nights for more.

Excellent!

No Floorball this Saturday 17th November 2007

2007-11-13T12:25:00.000+08:00

Fellow enthusiastic floorballers and non-floorballers alike,

It is my solemn duty to blog this announcement :-

There is NO FLOORBALL this saturday - 17th November 2007

Floorball will resume the following Saturday - 24th November 2007.
Same time, same place.

Please do not hesitate to call Shawn at 016-8301020 or Leonard at 016-8131733
for the most updated information.

Floorball Competition

2007-11-03T14:48:00.000+08:00

A floorball friendly competition was held on the 28th of October 2007 at SM. SHAN TAO school hall. There were 6 participating teams; D'Gap Team, Nomad Floorball Club (NFC), Skyline Team, Rainfield Team, Elektos Team and Grace Chapel Team. In the end, Grace Chapel emerged as the champion of the tournament defeating NFC in the finals for the gold medal. NFC in turn was the silver medalist and congrats to the team for a job well done. Well this is just the beginning. In future tournaments, NFC would give other teams a run for their money. Heheh.=p Enjoy the snippets of this ausipicious event. Well done to Nomads.

The Nomads and all systems go.

The moment of strategising before the big game against Rainfield Team (1st round).

The faithful Nomads' fan club ready with their support.

The Nomads in action.

Everyone's attention held in awe and excitement.

Philip recording the action.

Madalen geting ready.

Everyone arise for the Nomads.

Eugene with his Canadien One stick

The game against Skyline Team

The silver medalists and their catch.

Floorball Clinic

2007-11-02T14:38:00.000+08:00

The Nomad Floorball Club (NFC) attended a floorball clinic (Sri Kepayan Community Hall) on the 27th Oct 2007. And we are so blessed to have the Penang Floorball Association (PFA) President, Mr. Edward Lim who hails from Penang to coach and shows us the nitty gritty tips of floorball. A real eye opener for rookies like me..its' just 4 months since taking up this sport. There's so much too learn..coming from the state team coach (Mr. Edward). Look through the pics to learn more.

Mr. Edward showing our team captain Shawn how to be a goalie. Notice all the protective gear he's wearing.

Mr. Edward briefing the participants with Penny his assistant looking on.

This the wrong way to hold your stick.

The right way to hold the stick. Held at the end for added power while shooting.

The ideal length of a stick which generally reaches till the bellybutton of the person.

While you hold your stick, your fore finger should not be sticking out to avoid injury. (pic left). The right way is to grip the stick with no fingers sticking out.

As we've mentioned before, floorball sticks cater to both lefties and righties. For lefties, they may want to use a right stick which shoots from the right side due to the blade that curves towards the left. You hold the top of the stick with your left while your right is below your left. The power thus comes from your left hand. Its' the same principle for righties but in the opposite. The righties would use a left stick to shoot from the left side. Below is a comparison between a left stick and right stick.

Left stick (top), right stick (bottom).

Right stick with the blade curving towards the left (left). Left stick with the blade curving towards the right (right).

Now here's an example of how to shoot from the right side and left side. Lots and lots of practice needed to familiarise yourself with the stick. Let it be your second skin.

Shooting from the right with a right stick.

Shooting from the left with a left stick.

Learning how to control the ball by bouncing it on the blade a few times. Needs lot of grace and steadiness.

Good things must always come to an end though yet the clinic was realy helpful for those who don't have a clue bout floorball. So now for homework, its' back to practice in the end. Last but not least, a grateful thank you to Mr. Edward and his team for their wilingness to come.

Group pic at the end of the clinic. Nomad Floorball Club (NFC) and D'Gap Team were the participants in this clinic.

Group pic of the Nomad Floorball Club (NFC) under the helm of Shawn Chung the team captain.

Intro to floorball

2007-11-01T14:51:00.001+08:00

'Floor'-'ball'... sounds like playing ball on floors..but that's what most other team sports do..what's so special about this sport?

What's so 'IN' bout this sport?

its' easy..all you need is a light hollow plastic ball, hands, legs and of course your stick.

its' safe...the stick is ~350gram and made of composite or carbon and the ball is super light. You won't break a head.

rain or shine the game continues. Its' played indoors by the way...on horizontal surface.=p

the rules are easy.. play safe with a few strategies here and there and you've got it.

just needs 5-6 people per team. 6 if you've got a goalkeeper.

scoring? easy just shoot the ball into the opponents net and you win.

worried bout geting punched up? Never fret..time penalties would be given to players who play dirty..2-10 mins at the max. Ouch...

what stick? Well the stick is similar to a hockey puck but its' customised to fit lefties and righties based on the direction of the blade's curve. Its' light, hollow and made of composite or carbon fibre.

its' hassle free. No need to dress up. Sportsware is just nice...And please no 'kaki ayam'.

want to get 'groovin'? practice practice practice....practice makes perfect.

Hungry for more? stay tune for more...this is just the beginning.

Specially dedicated to rookies and veterans alike. Cheers=p

When and Where Do We Play?

2007-10-08T16:17:00.000+08:00

... . . ....... . . .. umm..... .. . . . . .. ... . . .. HMMmmm... .. ..... ... interesting......

Are we online yet?...

OH HELLO~~!!!!

WELCOME TO NOMAD FLOORBALL CLUB!!!!

We play floorball every Saturday Night!

Time : 8pm to 10pm

Venue: S.M All Saints Hall