Today was a good day for Hall 7 as our rugby team qualified for the quarters with relative ease.
The first preliminary round saw se7en winning via a walk-over against hall 14 as they did not have enough players.
For the second qualifying game, we were facing hall 3 whose players were all bigger and stronger than hall 7's players. However, there was only determination and not fear in the eyes of our rugby guys.
The game was truly played in a rough fashion ans se7en came so close to scoring through Gabriel's and Joel's brilliant runs. The tackles were flying fast and furious, however, the game ended in a stalemate and it was time for sudden death. Hall 7 made three substitutions which unsettled the team a little and cause a lapse in concentration which eventually saw hall 3 scoring as their player burst off in a brilliant run to the touchline.
However, the game was played in good spirit and both team qualified for the quaters as the other two halls in the group stages did not manage to field any team.
-Toh Ling Hui
Sunday, December 30, 2007
basketball female into QFs!
Our girls fighting for Hall 7Today was the decisive match between hall 2 and hall 7 basketball girls as to which team will qualify for the quarters. The game was to be played at 0900 hours and for many hall residents, it's certainly disruptive to wake up at such an unearthly time. But to every one's surprise, a hort of supporters turned up for the game and their undying cheers and support definitely intimidated the opposing support team and left them aghast at the results as se7en basketball girls won the game 29-28.
Having already won hall 2 basketbll girls in the first preliminary game, there was no doubt at all in our players' mind that they will qualify for the quarters. Eventually, it was this belief that brought them through. The game started with se7en girls knowing that they have to score early, capitalise on every opportunity, minimise any errors and mark 2 of hall 2 star players.
Our girls played with lightning speed in the first half, trying to tire out the opponents and Cheryl's performance and ability to evade the opposing defense, saw her score many goals to eventually allow us to gain a comfortable lead by first hall, a margin of 21-12. However, already committing three fouls, Cheryl had to be substituted and our veteran player, Jean got a chance to show what she's capable of as she singlehandedly closed done on Hall 2's Cheryl who's also their star player.
Even though the team deployed man-marking tactic to limit two of hall 2 star players' movement, the occasional laspse in concentration saw se7en committing many fouls in a bid to stop her from scoring. Soon, the score was 29-28 in hall 7 favour and the coach called for time-out to drill into the players' mind that they should defend tightly and strictly not to commit any fouls. In the last 20 seconds, the se7en supporters were breaking out in cold sweat as hall 2 was in possession and looked so close to scoring which would have sent them into the quarters. However, the referee soon blew the whistle and both the team and the supporters broke out in a chorus of cheers as we savour sweet victory against a bitter rival.
Today, we witness a team effort by the se7en basketball girls and there was no single player bigger or brighter than the team and we're hugely proud of them. Here's wishing them luck to go all the way!
-Toh Ling Hui
Having already won hall 2 basketbll girls in the first preliminary game, there was no doubt at all in our players' mind that they will qualify for the quarters. Eventually, it was this belief that brought them through. The game started with se7en girls knowing that they have to score early, capitalise on every opportunity, minimise any errors and mark 2 of hall 2 star players.
Our girls played with lightning speed in the first half, trying to tire out the opponents and Cheryl's performance and ability to evade the opposing defense, saw her score many goals to eventually allow us to gain a comfortable lead by first hall, a margin of 21-12. However, already committing three fouls, Cheryl had to be substituted and our veteran player, Jean got a chance to show what she's capable of as she singlehandedly closed done on Hall 2's Cheryl who's also their star player.
Even though the team deployed man-marking tactic to limit two of hall 2 star players' movement, the occasional laspse in concentration saw se7en committing many fouls in a bid to stop her from scoring. Soon, the score was 29-28 in hall 7 favour and the coach called for time-out to drill into the players' mind that they should defend tightly and strictly not to commit any fouls. In the last 20 seconds, the se7en supporters were breaking out in cold sweat as hall 2 was in possession and looked so close to scoring which would have sent them into the quarters. However, the referee soon blew the whistle and both the team and the supporters broke out in a chorus of cheers as we savour sweet victory against a bitter rival.
Today, we witness a team effort by the se7en basketball girls and there was no single player bigger or brighter than the team and we're hugely proud of them. Here's wishing them luck to go all the way!
-Toh Ling Hui
Softball males near to QFs!
Linus getting ready to hit a homerun After a disappointing loss to Hall 5 in their earlier softball match, Hall 7 needed to win this tie in order to have a chance of progressing. The intensified training that followed paid off with a near-perfect rout of Hall 14.
Hall 7's players batted first, and in the first inning, the team scored 7 runs in their offensive half. Excellent batting enabled player after player to home runs - only 2 were elminated. In the return half, Hall 14 were unable to score any runs.
It was more of the same in the second inning, only this time, none of Hall 7's players were put out and they extended their lead by another 7 runs. Some tricky pitching by Meng Heng in the second half ensured that all of the opponents players were struck out.
In the final inning, Hall 14 switched pitchers in an attempt to narrow the scoreline. The move backfired however, as the new pitcher played several successive poor balls and allowed Hall 7's players to walk. The latter completed another perfect half without any eliminations. Hall 14 sportingly played their batting half, even though their players could not improve their tally.
Even though Hall 7 comprehensively outshown Hall 14 by 21 runs to none in the end, the match was played in good spirits. Hall 7 will face Hall 5 once again in the next match, with an eye on progressing to the next round and vindicating their earlier defeat to the same opponents.
Final score: Hall Seven 21, Hall Fourteen 0
-Nicholas Lim
Hall 7's players batted first, and in the first inning, the team scored 7 runs in their offensive half. Excellent batting enabled player after player to home runs - only 2 were elminated. In the return half, Hall 14 were unable to score any runs.
It was more of the same in the second inning, only this time, none of Hall 7's players were put out and they extended their lead by another 7 runs. Some tricky pitching by Meng Heng in the second half ensured that all of the opponents players were struck out.
In the final inning, Hall 14 switched pitchers in an attempt to narrow the scoreline. The move backfired however, as the new pitcher played several successive poor balls and allowed Hall 7's players to walk. The latter completed another perfect half without any eliminations. Hall 14 sportingly played their batting half, even though their players could not improve their tally.
Even though Hall 7 comprehensively outshown Hall 14 by 21 runs to none in the end, the match was played in good spirits. Hall 7 will face Hall 5 once again in the next match, with an eye on progressing to the next round and vindicating their earlier defeat to the same opponents.
Final score: Hall Seven 21, Hall Fourteen 0
-Nicholas Lim
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Game Day 27/12/2007
Defending the ball
Kicking the ball over to the opponentsToday the sun shone brightly as team se7en set out on another journey to conquer more victories. However, the results showed another story as we only won one out of three competitive matches - that is, Water Polo.
The day started with the se7en volleyball males playing a tough match against hall 3. This was a match in which the guys have been training hard for. Our opponent underestimated our ability as the usual affair between both teams always see hall 3 winning the first two sets. However, the se7en volleyball males gave them a tough fight and unsettled our opponent. Despite losing the game 2-1, the last and deciding set was filled with extreme excitement as se7en came to level hall 3 at numerous occasions. Eventually, Hall 3 won with the score reading 25-21. However, all is not lost and if se7en volleyball males put up the same fighting spirit, they will be sure to make it to the QFs and we shall await their good news.
The second match was the sepak takraw match against hall 11. Hall 11 started very strongly and controlled most of the game. Our players were forced to make mistakes such as poor services and out-balls in the first regu. However, our players played very well in the second regu with excellent services and forced hall 11 to make mistakes. The game was always on par until the eleventh minute when hall 11 started to rid of their mistakes and won the second regu with a score of 21-18.
The day ended with our se7en polo guys pitting their skills against Hall 8. Dexter, our goalkeeper, commented before the match that he would like to keep a clean sheet and true to his words, hall 7 won the game with a stunning score of 12-0 as Dexter made a total of three saves to guarantee himself and the team a clean sheet. It was perfect play by the team as the entire team attacked and defended as one. Hall 8 were never close to scoring as our defense closed them down and pressured them into giving away the ball. Sam and Qing Yao were the stars of the days as both of them amassed a total of 7 goals while Chun did brilliantly swimming from one end to the other to score a goal. This emphatic performance has sent the se7en water polo team straight into the QFs and expectations are running high but we're sure the team will be able to deliver the goods.
Whether you're in or you're out,
we're still Team Se7en.
and we are one. (:
-Ling Hui
The day started with the se7en volleyball males playing a tough match against hall 3. This was a match in which the guys have been training hard for. Our opponent underestimated our ability as the usual affair between both teams always see hall 3 winning the first two sets. However, the se7en volleyball males gave them a tough fight and unsettled our opponent. Despite losing the game 2-1, the last and deciding set was filled with extreme excitement as se7en came to level hall 3 at numerous occasions. Eventually, Hall 3 won with the score reading 25-21. However, all is not lost and if se7en volleyball males put up the same fighting spirit, they will be sure to make it to the QFs and we shall await their good news.
The second match was the sepak takraw match against hall 11. Hall 11 started very strongly and controlled most of the game. Our players were forced to make mistakes such as poor services and out-balls in the first regu. However, our players played very well in the second regu with excellent services and forced hall 11 to make mistakes. The game was always on par until the eleventh minute when hall 11 started to rid of their mistakes and won the second regu with a score of 21-18.
The day ended with our se7en polo guys pitting their skills against Hall 8. Dexter, our goalkeeper, commented before the match that he would like to keep a clean sheet and true to his words, hall 7 won the game with a stunning score of 12-0 as Dexter made a total of three saves to guarantee himself and the team a clean sheet. It was perfect play by the team as the entire team attacked and defended as one. Hall 8 were never close to scoring as our defense closed them down and pressured them into giving away the ball. Sam and Qing Yao were the stars of the days as both of them amassed a total of 7 goals while Chun did brilliantly swimming from one end to the other to score a goal. This emphatic performance has sent the se7en water polo team straight into the QFs and expectations are running high but we're sure the team will be able to deliver the goods.
Whether you're in or you're out,
we're still Team Se7en.
and we are one. (:
-Ling Hui
Tennis out
Chun serves the ballHall 7 faced a strong opponent against hall 16 for their tennis preliminary match yesterday. It was the deciding match that will determine which hall will get into the quarter finals.
Unfortunately for hall 7, they were defeated by hall 16 with a score of 5-0. (men singles, women singles, men doubles, women doubles and mixed doubles) For the men singles, it was an exciting match as both players' skills were on par. It was a very tight match as both players hit 6-6. A tie breaker match was eventually played to decide the winner. However during the last set, more errors were created by our own hall and hall 16 managed to have a strong lead and the men singles was eventually taken by hall 16. It was still a good game played by Chun.
Although Hall 7 tennis team is out of the IHG, the team will continue to train hard and prepare for next year's IHG instead!
-Wendy Tan
Unfortunately for hall 7, they were defeated by hall 16 with a score of 5-0. (men singles, women singles, men doubles, women doubles and mixed doubles) For the men singles, it was an exciting match as both players' skills were on par. It was a very tight match as both players hit 6-6. A tie breaker match was eventually played to decide the winner. However during the last set, more errors were created by our own hall and hall 16 managed to have a strong lead and the men singles was eventually taken by hall 16. It was still a good game played by Chun.
Although Hall 7 tennis team is out of the IHG, the team will continue to train hard and prepare for next year's IHG instead!
-Wendy Tan
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
volleyball girls to QFs!
Jinzhen serves the ballThe volleyball girls faced hall six in their second match of the preliminary rounds this morning.
In the first set, team se7en girls swiftly defeated hall six girls with a score of 25-4 through their powerful service yet again. However, tables turned in the second set as hall six came back into the game fiercely by taking a large lead of 8-0 through their service. With many mistakes made by team se7en in the beginning, a time out was soon called. The girls, together with their coach, tried to re-strategize their attacks and defences and tried to recover back quickly by making less uncalled mistakes of their own. Although the girls tried catching up in the second set, it was a little too late and set two was dominated by hall six with a score of 20-25. As the next set will decide the eventual winner, Se7en girls quickly regained their calm and steady composure. They attacked and defended well and had the upperhand throughout the entire set and finally won the final set with a score of 25-8. Team se7en won hall six girls with a score of 2-1.
They will face hall one next.
-Wendy Tan
softball girls to QFs
The girls get ready for the big matchOn Friday noon, team se7en softball female played their second match against hall 6. It was a deciding match for the winning hall to get into the quarter finals straight without playing the third match. Hence, in order to enjoy the benefits of winning the match, team se7en softballers put up their best performance and fought it all out with hall 6 players. Initially, hall 6 was in the lead by a score of 5-0 when they started off with batting. When it was our turn to bat, we fought back aggressively, thus pulling the score to 5-5 before we changed to field again. During our second round of fielding, our players performed very well to hold the opponents down. As a result, hall 6 managed to score only 2 runs before the change over. When it was our turn to bat again, our players did exceptionally well with their strong and powerful hits which allowed us to have a total of 7 runs! When it was our turn to field again, the score was 13-7. Thus, if we managed to hold them down of less than 6 runs, we would win the game without the need to bat again. And with much perseverance, we managed to hold them down with only 4 more runs. As a result, we won with a score of 13-11! Well done girls and all the best for the quarter finals and beyond!
-Jinzhen
-Jinzhen
Saturday, December 22, 2007
NETBALLERS ADVANCE TO QUARTER-FINALS
Charmain concentrating on putting in a goal44. That is the number that indicates Hall 7’s winning margin over Hall 12. The Hall 7 netballers maintained their winning ways despite missing main players such as Siqi and Yimin, both overseas, and Yizhen, who was injured in the previous match against Hall 3.
The first two quarters saw Hall 7 put in a total of 24 goals. Goal attack Zhi Yen, who played netball in junior college, did exceptionally well with her accurate long lobs to Charmain, who was at least a head taller than her defenders.
Credit should also go Hall 7’s defenders as they held Hall 12’s attackers to only 2 goals for the entire game. Goal-keeper, Viona, was alert for every rebound and did well to bring the ball down midfield for the feeders to pass to Charmain.
The third quarter also saw Jean, more affectionately known as “Mama Jean” within the team, switch from centre to goal defence; hence, contributing to Hall 12’s limited attacking chances.
Hall 7 netballers look to be in tip-top condition to advance to the semi-finals. With breadth and depth in the team, they appear to be one of the hot favourites to book a place in the finals.
Final score: 46-2
-Liyana Low
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Hockey (F) 2nd qualifying match
Anisa tries a shot at goal After a blistering start to the se7en Hockey females first qualifying game, our hockey girls were even more determined to win the second match against Hall 4. The girls played for the first time under bright sunlight.
Both halls started with equal pace and hunger for victory. Hall 4 didn't master up their linkup play properly and most shots and passes were being intercepted by the se7en's defence. On the other side of the pitch, se7en failed to convert their chances and all they could master was a string of wayward and missed shots. The game ended in a stalemate as both teams run out with a score of 0-0.
Soon, it was time for penalities. Hall 4 was up first and their star player, no. 10 scored the first shot. Both our penality takers, Aneesa and Sheeyin scored their penalities while Za, our goalkeeper displayed tremendous skills and willpower to block two shots from Hall 4.
Victory was thus granted to the se7en's hockey girls team!
-Ling Hui
Both halls started with equal pace and hunger for victory. Hall 4 didn't master up their linkup play properly and most shots and passes were being intercepted by the se7en's defence. On the other side of the pitch, se7en failed to convert their chances and all they could master was a string of wayward and missed shots. The game ended in a stalemate as both teams run out with a score of 0-0.
Soon, it was time for penalities. Hall 4 was up first and their star player, no. 10 scored the first shot. Both our penality takers, Aneesa and Sheeyin scored their penalities while Za, our goalkeeper displayed tremendous skills and willpower to block two shots from Hall 4.
Victory was thus granted to the se7en's hockey girls team!
-Ling Hui
se7en water polo team
The se7en water polo team faced their arch namesis, Hall 2 in their second preliminary round. Knowing the strength of the Hall 2 water polo team, the se7en polo team knew victory will have to be fought hard for. Recalling one of their strongest senior player, Shaun, the se7en polo team still succumbed to defeat as the Hall 2 polo team proved to be too strong an opponent.
The game started under bright sunshine as both team warmed up to the rousing cheers by the stands. Hall 2 started as the stronger side, however, their failure to convert some of the chances meant that our team was about to catch up with them. By half-time, the score was 3-3.
However, both team restrategised and Hall 2 came back with a vengence. Hall 2's failures to convert and mistakes were hound at by their fellow team mates. They came back quickly to score 2 goals within the starting few minutes of the second half. Se7en polo team left gaps at the back while trying to catch the game by scoring another 2. Unfortunately, this allowed Hall 2 to make use of the penetrateable defense to score another 2. Finally, the steam of se7en polo team was left running low and the game ended with a score of 7-5, in Hall 2's favour.
-Ling Hui
The game started under bright sunshine as both team warmed up to the rousing cheers by the stands. Hall 2 started as the stronger side, however, their failure to convert some of the chances meant that our team was about to catch up with them. By half-time, the score was 3-3.
However, both team restrategised and Hall 2 came back with a vengence. Hall 2's failures to convert and mistakes were hound at by their fellow team mates. They came back quickly to score 2 goals within the starting few minutes of the second half. Se7en polo team left gaps at the back while trying to catch the game by scoring another 2. Unfortunately, this allowed Hall 2 to make use of the penetrateable defense to score another 2. Finally, the steam of se7en polo team was left running low and the game ended with a score of 7-5, in Hall 2's favour.
-Ling Hui
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
defeat will not drain us
Today's second preliminary basketball match between Hall 7 and Hall 2 was one dripping with excitement, cheers and a few heart-stopping moments. Both teams can be said to be of equal calibre as they sought to pit their skills and strategies against each other. It was truly a clash of the titans and the game was fought right down to the wire before Hall 2 claimed their victory.
Hall 7 started the game as underdogs as we faced defending champion, Hall 2. We know victory was not going to be easy, thus, we have to capitalise on Hall 2's mistakes and to bring the game to them instead of sitting back and defending. The game started in which both teams levelled each other and each hall took alternate turns at leading the game. Both halls fought relentlessly and things were starting to look ugly as fouls flew here and there. However, players from both side managed to keep their cool and not destroy the game.
Hall 7 was only trailing by 4 points by the end of the third quarter and there were many time outs as Hall 7 tried to re-strategise. However, the defending champions proved to be too strong and our players were drained out which allowed Hall 2 to widen their lead by 8 points with 2 minutes more to go.
Eventually, Hall 7 had to go down in defeat as the game ended 43-30. However, both sets of players display great gamemanship and we still have a chance to go to quater finals, if we win the next game against Hall 12.
GO TEAM SE7EN BASKETBALL GUYS! (:
-Toh Ling Hui
Hall 7 started the game as underdogs as we faced defending champion, Hall 2. We know victory was not going to be easy, thus, we have to capitalise on Hall 2's mistakes and to bring the game to them instead of sitting back and defending. The game started in which both teams levelled each other and each hall took alternate turns at leading the game. Both halls fought relentlessly and things were starting to look ugly as fouls flew here and there. However, players from both side managed to keep their cool and not destroy the game.
Hall 7 was only trailing by 4 points by the end of the third quarter and there were many time outs as Hall 7 tried to re-strategise. However, the defending champions proved to be too strong and our players were drained out which allowed Hall 2 to widen their lead by 8 points with 2 minutes more to go.
Eventually, Hall 7 had to go down in defeat as the game ended 43-30. However, both sets of players display great gamemanship and we still have a chance to go to quater finals, if we win the next game against Hall 12.
GO TEAM SE7EN BASKETBALL GUYS! (:
-Toh Ling Hui
softball girls 1st qualifying game
Yesterday our hall se7en softball female team kicked off the first match against hall 13. On paper, hall se7en softball girls seem to have an edge over hall 13 as our team comprised of mainly experienced seniors whereas for hall 13, their players are all new to the game. As a result, we won easily with a score of 8-0 after a few rounds of batting. Every player in our team performed rather well and especially our pitcher who tried her best to maintain her consistency to strike out a few of the players from hall 13. Overall, it is a good and fair play by team se7en softball female team. Do look out for our very own team se7en softball female team as it may be one of the teams that will help to bring glory back for hall se7en!
-Jinzhen
-Jinzhen
news from carom players
After a grueling week of intensive training, our players were in all gears and they are all very excited about the opening of the competition. There are some new blood injected into our carom team this year and all look forward to seeing the new generation of players bloom under the care of our veteran captain, Wilson.
Around in the mid noon, our first round of competition began.
We were pitted against hall 12 in the first round. Even though nerves were tense for many of the players, we still managed to breeze through the first round with much ease. Out of 5 boards, we won 4 of them.
In the second round, we met hall 3, who was last year’s champion hall for carom. As expected, our opponents proved to be a hard nut and showed us the quality of the reigning champions. Despite that, our players displayed great fighting spirit and resilience to put up a worthy challenge against them. I would say that both sides have equal opportunities to snatch the game but in the end, the better team won. Hall 3 emerges as the victors.
In the remaining 2 rounds of the day, we met hall 14 and hall 1 respectively. In the third round against hall 14, our players managed to perform at their highest level and clinched a commanding victory over our opponents where we did not lose a single board at all.
It’s a pity that our carom team did not end the match day with a well-deserved victory. In the final round, we lost to our close rival, hall 1 by a small margin. It was a tough fight and our carom team should have deserved more than that. I could only say lady luck chose to turn against us at the wrong timing.
I believe that our players have all done their best and brought honor to hall 7. Let’s look forward to a better day! Cheers!
-Carom Manager, Chee Ming
Around in the mid noon, our first round of competition began.
We were pitted against hall 12 in the first round. Even though nerves were tense for many of the players, we still managed to breeze through the first round with much ease. Out of 5 boards, we won 4 of them.
In the second round, we met hall 3, who was last year’s champion hall for carom. As expected, our opponents proved to be a hard nut and showed us the quality of the reigning champions. Despite that, our players displayed great fighting spirit and resilience to put up a worthy challenge against them. I would say that both sides have equal opportunities to snatch the game but in the end, the better team won. Hall 3 emerges as the victors.
In the remaining 2 rounds of the day, we met hall 14 and hall 1 respectively. In the third round against hall 14, our players managed to perform at their highest level and clinched a commanding victory over our opponents where we did not lose a single board at all.
It’s a pity that our carom team did not end the match day with a well-deserved victory. In the final round, we lost to our close rival, hall 1 by a small margin. It was a tough fight and our carom team should have deserved more than that. I could only say lady luck chose to turn against us at the wrong timing.
I believe that our players have all done their best and brought honor to hall 7. Let’s look forward to a better day! Cheers!
-Carom Manager, Chee Ming
Table Tennis to QFs
It was yet another happy moment for team se7en table tennis players as they won three out of five matches in the competition against hall 11 this morning, allowing them to qualify for the quarter finals.
First up was the women’s doubles, where our players clearly had an advantage over our opponent as the latter sent two inexperienced players to duet with us due to a lack of players on their side. The game was over within 15 minutes as our players breezed past their opponents with 11-2, 11-1 and 11-3 win.
In the mixed doubles match, it was evident that our opponents were bent on recovering back their previous loss. However, they made a few mistakes and our players were able to grasp the opportunities to gain a few points lead in the match. There were a couple of tough shots, but our players were quick to react and kept their cool throughout the game, ending the match with 11-4, 11-8 and 11-4 win.
The men’s singles match was definitely the “noisiest” game of all, where our team player literally shouts words of encouragement to boost his confidence and attempt to intimidate our IVP player opponent, to be only matched and retaliated with loud cheers from the opponent’s supporters. It was indeed a hilarious yet tense scene as both sides fought to pull the lead away from one another. Still, we were unable to win the war as our player was soon exhausted and had to settle for a 12-10, 6-11, 6-11 and 4-11 loss for the third match.
Nonetheless, our confidence was regained during the women’s singles match, where our player remained focused and composed throughout the game, which was the main factor leading to our victory for this preliminary round. The opponent was good, but we are even better, even though both sides seemed to be evenly matched. Team se7en supporters’ hearts skipped a few beats as the opponent return a few fast shots, but our player stayed firm, ending the game with 11-9, 11-8, 4-11 and 12-10 win.
In the final match of men’s doubles, our players were met with equally strong competition from the opponent’s side. We managed to keep up with the pace of our rival team but there were a number of over-hit returns from our side, resulting in 11-7, 6-11, 9-11 and 10-12 loss.
Still, having won 3 out of the 5 matches, team se7en table tennis team was able to enter the quarter finals round.
Let us all await their next good news!
-Tee B.J.
First up was the women’s doubles, where our players clearly had an advantage over our opponent as the latter sent two inexperienced players to duet with us due to a lack of players on their side. The game was over within 15 minutes as our players breezed past their opponents with 11-2, 11-1 and 11-3 win.
In the mixed doubles match, it was evident that our opponents were bent on recovering back their previous loss. However, they made a few mistakes and our players were able to grasp the opportunities to gain a few points lead in the match. There were a couple of tough shots, but our players were quick to react and kept their cool throughout the game, ending the match with 11-4, 11-8 and 11-4 win.
The men’s singles match was definitely the “noisiest” game of all, where our team player literally shouts words of encouragement to boost his confidence and attempt to intimidate our IVP player opponent, to be only matched and retaliated with loud cheers from the opponent’s supporters. It was indeed a hilarious yet tense scene as both sides fought to pull the lead away from one another. Still, we were unable to win the war as our player was soon exhausted and had to settle for a 12-10, 6-11, 6-11 and 4-11 loss for the third match.
Nonetheless, our confidence was regained during the women’s singles match, where our player remained focused and composed throughout the game, which was the main factor leading to our victory for this preliminary round. The opponent was good, but we are even better, even though both sides seemed to be evenly matched. Team se7en supporters’ hearts skipped a few beats as the opponent return a few fast shots, but our player stayed firm, ending the game with 11-9, 11-8, 4-11 and 12-10 win.
In the final match of men’s doubles, our players were met with equally strong competition from the opponent’s side. We managed to keep up with the pace of our rival team but there were a number of over-hit returns from our side, resulting in 11-7, 6-11, 9-11 and 10-12 loss.
Still, having won 3 out of the 5 matches, team se7en table tennis team was able to enter the quarter finals round.
Let us all await their next good news!
-Tee B.J.
Hockey (M) to QFs
Encouragement and cheers can be heard as team se7en’s male hockey players were getting ready for their match against hall 15.
It was all excitement and anticipation as both teams went all out to bring victory for their respective halls. After a series of short smooth passes, team se7en supporters went wild when our players strike our opening first goal by Lik Sin in barely 4 minutes of the game. The hockey court was once again filled with shouts of support when Hi Chael brought team se7en a step closer to quarter finals by scoring the second goal during the ninth minute. The team’s confidence grew even more as Hi Chael scored the next goal in succession when the previous thrill has yet to die down, pulling the lead away from our opponent with a score of 3-0 in the first half of the match.
Although victory was clearly in sight, our players did not relent, and in last than one minute after the second half of the match, Najib did his team proud by intercepting the opponent’s goalkeeper and scoring a reverse-hit goal, putting the scores to 4-0.
Our players played with determination and presented superb teamwork, but were unable to pull the score margin further due to a few near misses and wasted opportunities. Our opponent also attempted to score several times, but to no avail due to the excellent saves made by our goalkeeper, Fahmi. Needless to say, the final whistle blew in a matter of seconds, and we were able to advance to the quarter finals!
Way to go, team se7en!
-Tee B.J.
It was all excitement and anticipation as both teams went all out to bring victory for their respective halls. After a series of short smooth passes, team se7en supporters went wild when our players strike our opening first goal by Lik Sin in barely 4 minutes of the game. The hockey court was once again filled with shouts of support when Hi Chael brought team se7en a step closer to quarter finals by scoring the second goal during the ninth minute. The team’s confidence grew even more as Hi Chael scored the next goal in succession when the previous thrill has yet to die down, pulling the lead away from our opponent with a score of 3-0 in the first half of the match.
Although victory was clearly in sight, our players did not relent, and in last than one minute after the second half of the match, Najib did his team proud by intercepting the opponent’s goalkeeper and scoring a reverse-hit goal, putting the scores to 4-0.
Our players played with determination and presented superb teamwork, but were unable to pull the score margin further due to a few near misses and wasted opportunities. Our opponent also attempted to score several times, but to no avail due to the excellent saves made by our goalkeeper, Fahmi. Needless to say, the final whistle blew in a matter of seconds, and we were able to advance to the quarter finals!
Way to go, team se7en!
-Tee B.J.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Softball (M) 1st qualifying game
In softball, Hall 7 lost their first qualifying game against Hall 5 by a score of 8 runs to 2. The defeat left the team in need of winning their next two matches in order to advance to the next round.
Both teams and their supporters appeared upbeat in spite of the muddy field which greeted them on a Sunday afternoon. The first inning began with Hall 7 fielding first, giving them a theoretical advantage. That did not faze Hall 5 as they managed to eke out a 3-0 lead in the top half, taking advantage of some nervous fielding and batting, before Hall 7 rallied back with 2 runs of their own. The second inning was an even tighter affair, with neither team scoring any runs as players were forced and struck out with regularity, although Hall 7 produced some improved fielding.
There was still everything to play for in the third inning, but in spite of their best efforts, including an excellent flyout, Hall 7 were unable to prevent Hall 5 from scoring another 5 runs through a series of walks. Weak batting in their bottom half sealed the match, as Hall 7 could not find an answer. The inability to string a series of hits ensured that their batters who advanced were quickly put out of play and did not score any runs before the end of the game.
Final score: Hall Five 8, Hall Seven 2
-Nicholas Lim
Both teams and their supporters appeared upbeat in spite of the muddy field which greeted them on a Sunday afternoon. The first inning began with Hall 7 fielding first, giving them a theoretical advantage. That did not faze Hall 5 as they managed to eke out a 3-0 lead in the top half, taking advantage of some nervous fielding and batting, before Hall 7 rallied back with 2 runs of their own. The second inning was an even tighter affair, with neither team scoring any runs as players were forced and struck out with regularity, although Hall 7 produced some improved fielding.
There was still everything to play for in the third inning, but in spite of their best efforts, including an excellent flyout, Hall 7 were unable to prevent Hall 5 from scoring another 5 runs through a series of walks. Weak batting in their bottom half sealed the match, as Hall 7 could not find an answer. The inability to string a series of hits ensured that their batters who advanced were quickly put out of play and did not score any runs before the end of the game.
Final score: Hall Five 8, Hall Seven 2
-Nicholas Lim
Saturday, December 15, 2007
se7en Takraw 2nd qualifying game
Cheers to Team Se7en's Takraw guys for putting in their best effort in the second qualifying game which was suddenly being pushed forward from Sunday to Friday. The game against hall 3 proved to be a huge challenge in which the se7en team crumbled under the immense pressure and against a talented hall 3's side. Despite losing all 3 sets, our guys did not give up till the last minute. Thus, we just want to salute the fallen knights, hoping that they will rise higher in the next match, for they have left the competitive arena with dignity intact and heads held high!
-Toh Ling Hui
-Toh Ling Hui
Se7en's Table tennis qualifying game
Our table tennis team was up against hall 16 for the first preliminary round this morning, and we had to win at least three out of the five matches in order to qualify for the next round.
The team kick-started the matches with an 11-6 win in the first set during the men’s singles. However, our opponent later caught up with an 8-11 and 7-11 scores respectively for the next two consecutive sets, and the first hint of pressure and tension hung in the air. Nonetheless, things began looking better as our team persevered on with a score of 11-8 in the fourth set, and finishing off nicely with 11-3 in the final set, giving us the first taste of confidence and victory.
An even more exciting match awaits us in the women’s singles match, as our opponent was leading in the first two sets with 4-11 and 7-11 scores. The third and fourth sets were the turning point for team se7en as both sides was each leading the scores by a near margin alternatively, with our team eventually emerging with 13-11 and 11-7 scores. Sadly, luck was not on our side as the opponent ultimately calls the shots in the last set with a 6-11 win.
In contrast to the women’s singles battle, the extremely good rapport and teamwork in our men’s doubles team enabled us to take the lead again with a straightforward 11-5, 12-10, and 11-1 win, finishing their match in barely 15 minutes and bringing us a step closer to victory.
Similarly, in the women’s doubles match, our team hardly broke a sweat as the crowd cheered them on, bringing team se7en a level higher into the next qualifying round with 11-3, 11-6, 9-11, and 11-5 win.
The last match to be played was the mixed doubles’ match despite the previous triumphing of hall se7en as the winner in this preliminary round. This match proved to be the highlight of the day as both teams were determined to test their skills. The tension in the air became more intense as our opponents came down hard on us. Their efforts and tactics to intimidate our players were fruitless as our team played with conviction and perseverance. It was a well-fought match despite us losing with 7-11, 7-11, 12-10, and 3-11 scores.
All in all, the day ended well as we still emerged victorious. Thumbs up, team se7en!
-Tee B.J.
The team kick-started the matches with an 11-6 win in the first set during the men’s singles. However, our opponent later caught up with an 8-11 and 7-11 scores respectively for the next two consecutive sets, and the first hint of pressure and tension hung in the air. Nonetheless, things began looking better as our team persevered on with a score of 11-8 in the fourth set, and finishing off nicely with 11-3 in the final set, giving us the first taste of confidence and victory.
An even more exciting match awaits us in the women’s singles match, as our opponent was leading in the first two sets with 4-11 and 7-11 scores. The third and fourth sets were the turning point for team se7en as both sides was each leading the scores by a near margin alternatively, with our team eventually emerging with 13-11 and 11-7 scores. Sadly, luck was not on our side as the opponent ultimately calls the shots in the last set with a 6-11 win.
In contrast to the women’s singles battle, the extremely good rapport and teamwork in our men’s doubles team enabled us to take the lead again with a straightforward 11-5, 12-10, and 11-1 win, finishing their match in barely 15 minutes and bringing us a step closer to victory.
Similarly, in the women’s doubles match, our team hardly broke a sweat as the crowd cheered them on, bringing team se7en a level higher into the next qualifying round with 11-3, 11-6, 9-11, and 11-5 win.
The last match to be played was the mixed doubles’ match despite the previous triumphing of hall se7en as the winner in this preliminary round. This match proved to be the highlight of the day as both teams were determined to test their skills. The tension in the air became more intense as our opponents came down hard on us. Their efforts and tactics to intimidate our players were fruitless as our team played with conviction and perseverance. It was a well-fought match despite us losing with 7-11, 7-11, 12-10, and 3-11 scores.
All in all, the day ended well as we still emerged victorious. Thumbs up, team se7en!
-Tee B.J.
se7en badminton qualifying round
After weeks of intensive trainings, our team se7en badminton team kicked off their first match against hall 6 yesterday afternoon. Although hall 6 is one of the hot favourites with a few IVP badminton players, our players are equally good with quite a number of very experienced players. For the girls’ doubles, we won the set with a strong fight as we sent our best girls with their good individual skills coupled with good coordination among partners. This clearly shows the girl power of hall se7en! For guys’ doubles, we won the set effortlessly due to a walkover. But sad to say, for both the guy and girl singles, we lost both the sets after putting up a good fight as hall 6 sent their IVP players for the singles which had a clear advantage over us. Lastly, for the mixed doubles, hall 6 had an edge over us again as they sent another IVP player to compete with our players. After a close fight, we lost to them by a few points. As a result, hall se7en lost the match with a score of 2-3. Nonetheless, our badminton team still has a great potential to beat many other halls. Hence, let’s watch out for their better performance in their next matches!
-Jinzhen
-Jinzhen
Friday, December 14, 2007
Snooker qualifying day
A bleak and rainy day greeted the opening of the cue sports event of the 07/08 IHRG Recreational Games. Consisting of snooker and 4-ball, players and supporters alike gathered inside the frigid confines of the Nanyang House billiards room. However, the atmosphere was anything but chilly. Each game was preceded by heated discussion, occasionally even leading the event facilitators to “shh” the crowd.
Prelims
Snooker: 0 win, 3 loss
4-ball: 2 wins, 0 loss
Loser’s Bracket
Snooker: 1 win, 1 loss
4-ball: 2 wins, 0 loss
Runner-up Competition
Snooker: 0 win, 2 loss
4-Ball: 2 wins, 0 loss
The Hall 7 side consisted of (i) for snooker: Stanley Sim. Sario, Kang Jia Xi and Daniel; (ii) for 4-ball: Tam and Soen Chin Chun.
During the preliminaries, we were drawn against Hall 12. It was the toughest draw, being the only team that boasted IVP players. For snooker, Sario was up against the lone female player in the tournament. She rushed to an unassailable 16 point lead early in the game, eventually winning 73-26. It was essentially a one-woman show. Jia Xi and Stanley didn’t fare well either, going down tamely 35-38 and 29-41. For 4-ball, Hall 7 did much better, with Chin Chun and Tam wining both matches 52-40 and 78-66 respectively. Tam got off to a slow start, but later jumped to a 64-57 lead before winning the match.
In the second round, we were grouped into the loser’s bracket against Hall 8. There was less pressure on the players, as the opponents were less fancied. In snooker, Daniel was first up. He got off to a strong start with a 8-1 lead, but ran out of steam later in the game, letting his opponent catch up to 20 points before wrapping up with a 28-20 win. At the other table, Jia Xi was soundly defeated 33-99. Not all was lost, however. The 4-ball players managed to deliver the goods again; with Tam overcoming an initial 3-4 deficit to score a convincing 80-57 win. Chin Chun didn’t disappoint either, scoring the highest points at that point, with an impressive 107-48 thrashing of Hall 8.
With a much improved performance in the second round, we were booked for the third round, i.e. to determine the runner-up. Against Hall 14 this time, we had our confidence significantly bolstered by the earlier wins. However, things did not look up again. Daniel and Sario lost their snooker games 28-16 and 35-8 respectively. Sario did not stand a chance against his opponent who was potting very well. Once again, it was up to Tam and Chin Chun to salvage whatever shreds of confidence we had left. Chin Chun was lagging behind for most of the game, but managed to regain his form during the latter half of the game, reaching 61-64 at the penultimate cue. We looked to win, but our hopes were hanging on a thread. Sadly, it was a difficult pot, and the tables were not turned, so we had to content ourselves with a nail-biting finale which ended with our loss. At the other table, Tam continued his winning streak, gaining a 59-38 lead early on in the game, and finishing strongly with a 101-81 win.
Although we did not advance further, all the players are to be commended for their poise and sportsmanship. With a 3rd place standing, we at least have something to show.
-Joshua Chong
Prelims
Snooker: 0 win, 3 loss
4-ball: 2 wins, 0 loss
Loser’s Bracket
Snooker: 1 win, 1 loss
4-ball: 2 wins, 0 loss
Runner-up Competition
Snooker: 0 win, 2 loss
4-Ball: 2 wins, 0 loss
The Hall 7 side consisted of (i) for snooker: Stanley Sim. Sario, Kang Jia Xi and Daniel; (ii) for 4-ball: Tam and Soen Chin Chun.
During the preliminaries, we were drawn against Hall 12. It was the toughest draw, being the only team that boasted IVP players. For snooker, Sario was up against the lone female player in the tournament. She rushed to an unassailable 16 point lead early in the game, eventually winning 73-26. It was essentially a one-woman show. Jia Xi and Stanley didn’t fare well either, going down tamely 35-38 and 29-41. For 4-ball, Hall 7 did much better, with Chin Chun and Tam wining both matches 52-40 and 78-66 respectively. Tam got off to a slow start, but later jumped to a 64-57 lead before winning the match.
In the second round, we were grouped into the loser’s bracket against Hall 8. There was less pressure on the players, as the opponents were less fancied. In snooker, Daniel was first up. He got off to a strong start with a 8-1 lead, but ran out of steam later in the game, letting his opponent catch up to 20 points before wrapping up with a 28-20 win. At the other table, Jia Xi was soundly defeated 33-99. Not all was lost, however. The 4-ball players managed to deliver the goods again; with Tam overcoming an initial 3-4 deficit to score a convincing 80-57 win. Chin Chun didn’t disappoint either, scoring the highest points at that point, with an impressive 107-48 thrashing of Hall 8.
With a much improved performance in the second round, we were booked for the third round, i.e. to determine the runner-up. Against Hall 14 this time, we had our confidence significantly bolstered by the earlier wins. However, things did not look up again. Daniel and Sario lost their snooker games 28-16 and 35-8 respectively. Sario did not stand a chance against his opponent who was potting very well. Once again, it was up to Tam and Chin Chun to salvage whatever shreds of confidence we had left. Chin Chun was lagging behind for most of the game, but managed to regain his form during the latter half of the game, reaching 61-64 at the penultimate cue. We looked to win, but our hopes were hanging on a thread. Sadly, it was a difficult pot, and the tables were not turned, so we had to content ourselves with a nail-biting finale which ended with our loss. At the other table, Tam continued his winning streak, gaining a 59-38 lead early on in the game, and finishing strongly with a 101-81 win.
Although we did not advance further, all the players are to be commended for their poise and sportsmanship. With a 3rd place standing, we at least have something to show.
-Joshua Chong
PLAYER INJURED, BUT NETBALLERS OFF TO WINNING WAYS
Despite having one of their main players injured, the netballers started their IHG campaign with a convincing victory over Hall 3.
Yizhen, an IVP netballer, sprained her ankle when she collided into one of our members, Suvee, during the 3rd quarter. While it was a tense moment in the game, our girls worked together emerge victorious.
The attackers’ accurate passes to Charmain, goal shooter, saw Hall 7 pull ahead in the 1st quarter with a score of 8-2.
While Hall 3 fought hard in the 2nd quarter, the girls fended them off to hold the score 13-5 by half time.
With Yizhen down in the sidelines after the 3rd quarter, the netballers were strong enough to win the game 25-10, even though they fielded new netball players such as Leilei, who was previously a canoeist in junior college.
The win over Hall 3 will see them meeting Hall 12 in the next game.
-Liyana Low
Yizhen, an IVP netballer, sprained her ankle when she collided into one of our members, Suvee, during the 3rd quarter. While it was a tense moment in the game, our girls worked together emerge victorious.
The attackers’ accurate passes to Charmain, goal shooter, saw Hall 7 pull ahead in the 1st quarter with a score of 8-2.
While Hall 3 fought hard in the 2nd quarter, the girls fended them off to hold the score 13-5 by half time.
With Yizhen down in the sidelines after the 3rd quarter, the netballers were strong enough to win the game 25-10, even though they fielded new netball players such as Leilei, who was previously a canoeist in junior college.
The win over Hall 3 will see them meeting Hall 12 in the next game.
-Liyana Low
Easy Victory for Water Polo and Soccer
Cheers Hall 7!
There's nothing much to report for yesterday's first qualifying matches for water polo and soccer as Hall 7 won both games due to walk overs.
For the water polo game, Hall 14 did not turn up for the game at all and our water polo guys ended up playing a friendly game with another hall. It was good practice though as our guys were able to hone their skills with one of the strongest hall in water polo. Though we lost the friendly, it definitely shed light as to where we stand and what to improve on.
The same senario was experienced over at the muggy and soggy soccer pitch as there was a mixed up in the timing of the kick-off which both Hall 7 and Hall 16 were unaware of. However, by a stock of luck, our guys were down early on the pitch for their training before the game and thus, we managed to qualify for the winners' play round. However, even though a 45 minutes grace was given to Hall 16, they did not manage to turn up with a complete team. Thus, Hall 7 was granted easy victory without even showcasing their skills. However, the Se7en's soccer team must feel honoured for it's the first time they had supporters cheering them on for what seemed like a usual training session.
GO GO SE7EN GUYS!
-Ling Hui
There's nothing much to report for yesterday's first qualifying matches for water polo and soccer as Hall 7 won both games due to walk overs.
For the water polo game, Hall 14 did not turn up for the game at all and our water polo guys ended up playing a friendly game with another hall. It was good practice though as our guys were able to hone their skills with one of the strongest hall in water polo. Though we lost the friendly, it definitely shed light as to where we stand and what to improve on.
The same senario was experienced over at the muggy and soggy soccer pitch as there was a mixed up in the timing of the kick-off which both Hall 7 and Hall 16 were unaware of. However, by a stock of luck, our guys were down early on the pitch for their training before the game and thus, we managed to qualify for the winners' play round. However, even though a 45 minutes grace was given to Hall 16, they did not manage to turn up with a complete team. Thus, Hall 7 was granted easy victory without even showcasing their skills. However, the Se7en's soccer team must feel honoured for it's the first time they had supporters cheering them on for what seemed like a usual training session.
GO GO SE7EN GUYS!
-Ling Hui
Hockey (F) 1st qualifying match
The Hall 7 girls' hockey team trounced Hall 1 on the way to an emphatic 6-0 victory on 13th December in their preliminary match. The encounter, which took place on a soggy pitch, was largely a one-way affair, as the opposition were seldom able to venture out of their own half.
With barely a minute of the match gone, Aneesa opened the scoring accounts for Hall 7 after intercepting a 15m hit. The girls kept the puck in their attacking half but several chances were missed - including a square pass which failed to connect, a long corner which was saved and a shot which was disallowed for an infringement. It did not take long for Hall 1's defence to yield again though, as Aneesa bagged a second goal. The girls took a 3-0 lead into the break when the opposing goalkeeper bundled Yi Ning's hit into her own goal.
It was more of the same in the second half, as Rain tapped the puck in from a scramble to extend the lead further. Hall 1's goalkeeper made a couple of saves but another blunder allowed Aneesa to complete her hat trick. The trailing side made a couple of forays in attack in search of a consolation, but never got close enough to trouble Hall 7's goalkeeper Za. Rain completed the rout with the final goal of the evening, a hit from close range.
Final score: Hall Seven 6, Hall One 0
-Nicholas Lim
With barely a minute of the match gone, Aneesa opened the scoring accounts for Hall 7 after intercepting a 15m hit. The girls kept the puck in their attacking half but several chances were missed - including a square pass which failed to connect, a long corner which was saved and a shot which was disallowed for an infringement. It did not take long for Hall 1's defence to yield again though, as Aneesa bagged a second goal. The girls took a 3-0 lead into the break when the opposing goalkeeper bundled Yi Ning's hit into her own goal.
It was more of the same in the second half, as Rain tapped the puck in from a scramble to extend the lead further. Hall 1's goalkeeper made a couple of saves but another blunder allowed Aneesa to complete her hat trick. The trailing side made a couple of forays in attack in search of a consolation, but never got close enough to trouble Hall 7's goalkeeper Za. Rain completed the rout with the final goal of the evening, a hit from close range.
Final score: Hall Seven 6, Hall One 0
-Nicholas Lim
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
basketball male 1st qualifying game
Team Se7en basketball males played against hall 12 in their very first qualifying game. It was all sweat and brawl as Se7en got their deserved victory. The rain came untimely and the game had to be postponed to half an hour later, but that did not stop our boys who are already experiencing their adrenalin rush and ready to crush their opponent.
Team Se7en started strongly, keeping possession within their court for most of the first half and crafted a comfortable lead. Thus, our team ended the first 2 quarters with the score of 13-3.
After the half-time prep talk, our basketball guys intended to come on stronger than before to kill the game quickly. However, their depleted energy allowed hall 12 to gain an upper hand in the start of the second half. Our opponent controlled the game and had more of the possession, however, they were unable to convert their chances. Team se7en capitalised on their mistakes and mistimed shots to continue leading the game. The team did not flash out fanciful skills but kept to the basics and won the game with the standard shots. Hall 12 had a few three point shots which allowed them to not suffer too huge a defeat and gave Se7en's supporters a few scares along the way.
However, Team Se7en knew victory was theirs and soon wrapped up the game with a score of 26-15, thus winning their first basketball males qualifying game.
-Toh Ling Hui
Team Se7en started strongly, keeping possession within their court for most of the first half and crafted a comfortable lead. Thus, our team ended the first 2 quarters with the score of 13-3.
After the half-time prep talk, our basketball guys intended to come on stronger than before to kill the game quickly. However, their depleted energy allowed hall 12 to gain an upper hand in the start of the second half. Our opponent controlled the game and had more of the possession, however, they were unable to convert their chances. Team se7en capitalised on their mistakes and mistimed shots to continue leading the game. The team did not flash out fanciful skills but kept to the basics and won the game with the standard shots. Hall 12 had a few three point shots which allowed them to not suffer too huge a defeat and gave Se7en's supporters a few scares along the way.
However, Team Se7en knew victory was theirs and soon wrapped up the game with a score of 26-15, thus winning their first basketball males qualifying game.
-Toh Ling Hui
tennis game 1
Hall Se7en tennis team face hall six in their very first match this afternoon.
Hall Se7en managed to win only in the men's singles with a score of 6-0. It was an easy match for Chun as his shots were smart and swift. His killer serves enabled him to gain points easily from his opponent. Chun clearly had an upperhand throughout the entire match. It was definitely a good game played by Chun.
However, with many novice and inexperience players in the team as compared to hall six, team se7en was unable to win the remaining women's singles, men and women's doubles and mixed doubles. Nevertheless, it was still a good game played by the remaining players as they all gave their very best shot. Despite the lost, the team is not disheartened and will train hard and put up a good fight in their next upcoming match.
-Wendy Tan
Hall Se7en managed to win only in the men's singles with a score of 6-0. It was an easy match for Chun as his shots were smart and swift. His killer serves enabled him to gain points easily from his opponent. Chun clearly had an upperhand throughout the entire match. It was definitely a good game played by Chun.
However, with many novice and inexperience players in the team as compared to hall six, team se7en was unable to win the remaining women's singles, men and women's doubles and mixed doubles. Nevertheless, it was still a good game played by the remaining players as they all gave their very best shot. Despite the lost, the team is not disheartened and will train hard and put up a good fight in their next upcoming match.
-Wendy Tan
basketball female 1st qualifying game
The hall seven basketball girls team played an amazing match against hall 2 this morning.
During the first quarter, both teams were on par and found it hard to score. As such, it remained 0-0 initially. However, after a short time out and with good strategy in both attacking and defending, team se7ven managed to edge out from their opponents. The accurate shots and the good passes from team se7en players enabled them to lead in the first half with a score of 16-6.
During the second half, hall two players tried fighting back but team se7en maintained their strong spirit and continued to play good attacks and defences. The team cooperated well and remained focused until the final whistle blew. Eventually, the match ended with a score of 38-12 with hall se7en girls winning their first preliminary match.
-Wendy Tan
During the first quarter, both teams were on par and found it hard to score. As such, it remained 0-0 initially. However, after a short time out and with good strategy in both attacking and defending, team se7ven managed to edge out from their opponents. The accurate shots and the good passes from team se7en players enabled them to lead in the first half with a score of 16-6.
During the second half, hall two players tried fighting back but team se7en maintained their strong spirit and continued to play good attacks and defences. The team cooperated well and remained focused until the final whistle blew. Eventually, the match ended with a score of 38-12 with hall se7en girls winning their first preliminary match.
-Wendy Tan
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Se7en Sepak Takraw Qualifying game 1
Playing the last game of Day 2 of the 07/08 IHG season, Se7en's sepak takraw team knew they had to win to maintain the victories Se7en has been accumulating since day 1.
Se7en's Sepak Takraw Team started strongly and never give up even when opponent, hall 11, threatened to come back in the game. The three sets ended in 21-13, 21-14, 21-18. As the scores show, Hall 11 started relatively weak but slowly crawl back into the game. Though Se7en Sepak Takraw Team made several invalid services and wasted the opportunity to end the game early, the team remained focus and confuse opponents into making mistakes. Thus, the game only lasted 30 minutes and we were able to kill off our opponent with relative ease.
The next game will be on 16 Dec and let's hope Team Se7en Sepak Takraw Team will emerge victorious once again!
-Toh Ling Hui
Se7en's Sepak Takraw Team started strongly and never give up even when opponent, hall 11, threatened to come back in the game. The three sets ended in 21-13, 21-14, 21-18. As the scores show, Hall 11 started relatively weak but slowly crawl back into the game. Though Se7en Sepak Takraw Team made several invalid services and wasted the opportunity to end the game early, the team remained focus and confuse opponents into making mistakes. Thus, the game only lasted 30 minutes and we were able to kill off our opponent with relative ease.
The next game will be on 16 Dec and let's hope Team Se7en Sepak Takraw Team will emerge victorious once again!
-Toh Ling Hui
Se7en Othello Team
Intense atmosphere fills the competition hall. Players, representing their respective Hall, focus on their games, trying their very best to win for their Hall. Each player knows that they have a duty to win for their Hall so that they can emerge champion for Othello.
Having won 2 games, Hall 7 could not qualify to enter the quaterfinals.
The first games starts at 1000hrs with Hall 7 vs Hall 6. For this game, our starting players are Adrian Chua, Yeo Wei An, Dexter Li, Leong Tze Hao and Soen Chin Chun. Reserve players are Alison June and Alicia Chia. Despite a fierce fight, our team lost to Hall 6 with a close score of 2:3.
In the 2nd game, Hall 7 meets the defending Othello champion, Hall 9. Although our players persevere throughout each match, displaying their sportsmanship, our team lost to Hall 9 with a score of 0:5.
In the 3rd game, Hall 7 lost to Hall 14 with a score of 1 1/2 : 3 1/2. Despite losing the first 3 games, our players did not give up.
Alas, their efforts were rewarded. Hall 7 beat hall 12 with a stunning victory of 4:1.
In the 4th game, our team won again with a score of 3:2.
In the 6th game, Hall 7 lost to Hall 3 with a score of 2:3.
In the last game, Hall 7 lost to Hall 8 with a score of 1:4.
Even though the Se7en Othello team did not emerge victorious, we would like to salute the team for putting their hearts out there on the playing board and in a display of wits and tactics, the Se7en Othello team will be winner in our hearts.
-Alicia Chia, Othello manager
Having won 2 games, Hall 7 could not qualify to enter the quaterfinals.
The first games starts at 1000hrs with Hall 7 vs Hall 6. For this game, our starting players are Adrian Chua, Yeo Wei An, Dexter Li, Leong Tze Hao and Soen Chin Chun. Reserve players are Alison June and Alicia Chia. Despite a fierce fight, our team lost to Hall 6 with a close score of 2:3.
In the 2nd game, Hall 7 meets the defending Othello champion, Hall 9. Although our players persevere throughout each match, displaying their sportsmanship, our team lost to Hall 9 with a score of 0:5.
In the 3rd game, Hall 7 lost to Hall 14 with a score of 1 1/2 : 3 1/2. Despite losing the first 3 games, our players did not give up.
Alas, their efforts were rewarded. Hall 7 beat hall 12 with a stunning victory of 4:1.
In the 4th game, our team won again with a score of 3:2.
In the 6th game, Hall 7 lost to Hall 3 with a score of 2:3.
In the last game, Hall 7 lost to Hall 8 with a score of 1:4.
Even though the Se7en Othello team did not emerge victorious, we would like to salute the team for putting their hearts out there on the playing board and in a display of wits and tactics, the Se7en Othello team will be winner in our hearts.
-Alicia Chia, Othello manager
Hockey (M) 1st qualifying match
Final score: Hall Seven 2, Hall Two 0
Hall 7 ran out as winners in their Group B qualifying match on 11 December. On a drizzly afternoon, the team beat Hall 2 by a score of 2-0 in a match which the victors dominated. Most of the action took place in our attacking half while the opponents failed to create chances for much of the game.
From the starting whistle our players surged forward and kept the puck in Hall 2's half, but they were unsuccessful in converting their opportunities. The opponents had to defend from several free hits and corners, and were lost in their passes, but they held on to keep the score goalless at the interval.
As Hall 2 started the second half, they misplaced a pass and were swiftly intercepted. With just the goalkeeper to beat, Imran pushed the puck into the goal to take the lead for Hall 7. The run of play remained the same as in the first half, and another poor pass from a long corner by the trailing side allowed Imran to bag a second goal.
Rain began to fall heavily as Hall 7 sought to kill off the game. Our players came close with a square pass in front of the goal which found nobody at the end. In one of their rare attacks towards the end of the match, Hall 2 nearly bagged a consolation with an angled drive, but goalkeeper Fahmi saved well to hold on to a clean sheet.
-Nicholas Lim
Hall 7 ran out as winners in their Group B qualifying match on 11 December. On a drizzly afternoon, the team beat Hall 2 by a score of 2-0 in a match which the victors dominated. Most of the action took place in our attacking half while the opponents failed to create chances for much of the game.
From the starting whistle our players surged forward and kept the puck in Hall 2's half, but they were unsuccessful in converting their opportunities. The opponents had to defend from several free hits and corners, and were lost in their passes, but they held on to keep the score goalless at the interval.
As Hall 2 started the second half, they misplaced a pass and were swiftly intercepted. With just the goalkeeper to beat, Imran pushed the puck into the goal to take the lead for Hall 7. The run of play remained the same as in the first half, and another poor pass from a long corner by the trailing side allowed Imran to bag a second goal.
Rain began to fall heavily as Hall 7 sought to kill off the game. Our players came close with a square pass in front of the goal which found nobody at the end. In one of their rare attacks towards the end of the match, Hall 2 nearly bagged a consolation with an angled drive, but goalkeeper Fahmi saved well to hold on to a clean sheet.
-Nicholas Lim
Monday, December 10, 2007
volleyball males qualifying match 1
Even though there was a delay in starting the match, Se7en volleyball males’ team kept their focus and was hell bent on winning. The first qualifying match started between hall 7 and hall 5. It was familiar faces as the team remained mostly intact from last year’s team. Thus, the teamwork and understanding can be said to be second to none. The team started with their traditional cheer and team rousing which proves to be a morale booster.
Even though this was a ‘customary’ match in which Se7en started as hot favourites, the team did not take things lightly nor undermine our opponent’s ability. Team Se7en started strongly and ended both sets in similar fashion as we beat Hall Five 26-6 and 25-8 respectively. Although Se7en volleyball males were leading all the way, the players did not stop to take a breather but instead played even harder to the loud cheers coming from fellow residents.
Once again, it’s job done and job well done and Se7en volleyball males’ team will train even harder and promise to come back even stronger for the next match. Let’s await their next victory on next Saturday, 22nd December where all eyes will be fixed upon how Se7en will overcome Hall 3 who is also one of the hot favourites to win this tournament.
Way to go, Team Se7en Volleyball Males...
-Toh Ling Hui
Even though this was a ‘customary’ match in which Se7en started as hot favourites, the team did not take things lightly nor undermine our opponent’s ability. Team Se7en started strongly and ended both sets in similar fashion as we beat Hall Five 26-6 and 25-8 respectively. Although Se7en volleyball males were leading all the way, the players did not stop to take a breather but instead played even harder to the loud cheers coming from fellow residents.
Once again, it’s job done and job well done and Se7en volleyball males’ team will train even harder and promise to come back even stronger for the next match. Let’s await their next victory on next Saturday, 22nd December where all eyes will be fixed upon how Se7en will overcome Hall 3 who is also one of the hot favourites to win this tournament.
Way to go, Team Se7en Volleyball Males...
-Toh Ling Hui
volleyball girls qualifying match 1
Se7en volleyball girls’ team kicked off their very first match with hall five. It was a breeze for the girls’ volleyball team as they merely used their service to win most of the points. Although the opponent was weak, the girls’ team did not lose their focus and still gave their best shot. As such, they managed to beat hall five with a score of 25-2 for both sets.
-Wendy Tan
-Wendy Tan
Friday, December 7, 2007
week 1 (10/12-16/12)
upcoming games for week 1 of IH
Sports
Monday 10 Dec
0900-1030 Volleyball (F) - SRC Outdoor Volleyball Court 1 & 2
1800-1930 Volleyball (M) - SRC Outdoor Volleyball Court 1 & 2
Tuesday 11 Dec
1400-1500 Hockey (M) - NIE Hockey Pitch
1730-1900 Sepak Takraw - SRC Sepak Takraw Court 1 & 2
Wednesday 12 Dec
0900-1030 Basketball (F) - SRC Outdoor Basketball Court 2 & 3
1300-1500 Tennis - SRC Tennis Court 1, 4, 5 & 6
1500-1630 Basketball (M) - SRC Outdoor Basketball Court 2 & 3
Thursday 13 Dec
0900-1000 Netball - SRC Multipurpose Court 2 & 3
1100-1200 Waterpolo - SRC Swimming Pool
1300-1500 Soccer - SRC Field (Football Field 1 and Rugby Field)
1800-1900 Hockey (F) - NIE Hockey Pitch
Friday 14 Dec
Badminton 1500-1800 - SRC Sports Hall 3 Court 1, 2, 3 & 4
Saturday 15 Dec
Table Tennis 0900-1200 - SRC Table Tennis Room
Sunday 16 Dec
1330-1500 Softball (M) - SRC Softball Field
Recreational
Mon 10/12/2007
Othello (qualifying) 0930 - 2000hrs - Hall 8 Function Hall
Tue 11/12/2007
Othello (semi/final) 0930 - 1345hrs - Hall 3 Function Hall
Wed 12/12/2007
Snooker (qualifying) 0900 - 1700hrs - Nanyang House
Sat 15/12/2007
Snooker (2nd round/Semi/Final) 0900 - 2100hrs - Nanyang House
Dear Residents, do remember to head down to support our fellow hall players.
Sports
Monday 10 Dec
0900-1030 Volleyball (F) - SRC Outdoor Volleyball Court 1 & 2
1800-1930 Volleyball (M) - SRC Outdoor Volleyball Court 1 & 2
Tuesday 11 Dec
1400-1500 Hockey (M) - NIE Hockey Pitch
1730-1900 Sepak Takraw - SRC Sepak Takraw Court 1 & 2
Wednesday 12 Dec
0900-1030 Basketball (F) - SRC Outdoor Basketball Court 2 & 3
1300-1500 Tennis - SRC Tennis Court 1, 4, 5 & 6
1500-1630 Basketball (M) - SRC Outdoor Basketball Court 2 & 3
Thursday 13 Dec
0900-1000 Netball - SRC Multipurpose Court 2 & 3
1100-1200 Waterpolo - SRC Swimming Pool
1300-1500 Soccer - SRC Field (Football Field 1 and Rugby Field)
1800-1900 Hockey (F) - NIE Hockey Pitch
Friday 14 Dec
Badminton 1500-1800 - SRC Sports Hall 3 Court 1, 2, 3 & 4
Saturday 15 Dec
Table Tennis 0900-1200 - SRC Table Tennis Room
Sunday 16 Dec
1330-1500 Softball (M) - SRC Softball Field
Recreational
Mon 10/12/2007
Othello (qualifying) 0930 - 2000hrs - Hall 8 Function Hall
Tue 11/12/2007
Othello (semi/final) 0930 - 1345hrs - Hall 3 Function Hall
Wed 12/12/2007
Snooker (qualifying) 0900 - 1700hrs - Nanyang House
Sat 15/12/2007
Snooker (2nd round/Semi/Final) 0900 - 2100hrs - Nanyang House
Dear Residents, do remember to head down to support our fellow hall players.
week 2's training
IHG internal training schedule for week 2. All the best to the players on Monday! (:
Sunday, December 2, 2007
internal training schedule (sports)
Hi People, this is Hall 7's internal training schedule for sports. Please remember to attend trainings. (:
all the best, Team Se7en!
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