UPDATE: The Reds beat the blazers 3-0 last night to move ahead of United at the top of the table. Both teams look good for a Lakehill 1-2 with just two rounds remaining.
But it wasn't the on field actions that captured the attention as once again, the long road trip threw-up some exciting stories and allowed United to return to the CRD with more than just a point.
Pre-game was dominated by two stories: could United stretch their lead over the Reds (who had a bye) after what seemed like a long layoff over the Rock Hard Peen Festive Period, and; could United field a team with several key players missing for the clash.
United accepted the challenge and traveled to Powell River knowing their hosts were rooted to the bottom of the table and likely needing maximum points to save their season and remain in the division.
Some United players were so keen to get started; they traveled early to Comox for some Saturday night shenanigans. It was probably not the best decision as the temptations of the mid-island town proved too much as the boys broke curfew. Stay tuned for September 20th edition of Maury Povich to find out who sired a youngling in the village of Cumberland - EXCITING!
For the rest of the squad, an early morning beckoned as Sunday at 6:30 am hit like a ton of bricks. Coach Holla's car was particularly eventful as United rookie Brian "Kitty Kitty Bang Bang" entertained his fellow commuters with fascinating stories of adventure and suspense.
His trip would come to a premature end however as he managed to blow chunks in both Nanoose Bay and Comox, before; shaking and green, Coach Holla mercifully left him at a Ricky’s all day grill. Well played sir.
Once at the field, the fog rolled in as Villa, United, and several elderly supporters (one with ski poles) warmed up for the match.
All star goalie Mike Peters was absent in Kokomo for the match meaning that Lakehill Danger Police keeper, Andrew "I Sleep on the High Side of the Waterbed" Whidden got the call to go between the pipes. He would be tested early too as Villa looked brighter in the opening exchanges.
Six minutes in, Villa got their goal in decidedly controversial fashion. Now we understand here at LakehillUnited.Blogspot that we have a reputation for hyperbole, but we will not exaggerate our view of the goal. The ball was played through the United defence to a breaking Villa striker who was a full 6 yards offside. Neither flag nor any call was made. Whidden didn't have a chance.
Blatantly bad officiating is a bitter pill to swallow and we blame the consistently bad assistant referee for what has to be the worst non-call we have ever seen. To be fair to the referee, he was facing the play when the ball was passed and had to turn to catch up with the play; plus he played Jodie Foster's dad in Contact.
Rather than drop their heads and let the game slip them by, United were galvanized by the goal as they started to play the type of football that saw exactly none of them selected to the VISL All Star teams. In all seriousness, the movement and selflessness providing some eye-watering moments on the pitch.
Sam "Coaster Toss" Yager, Jeff "Where's Cocker" Lenton, and Ian "Bedazzled" Broome were playing some champagne football as they repeatedly opened up the centre of the park and unlocked Villa's midfield.
But it wasn't the on field actions that captured the attention as once again, the long road trip threw-up some exciting stories and allowed United to return to the CRD with more than just a point.
Pre-game was dominated by two stories: could United stretch their lead over the Reds (who had a bye) after what seemed like a long layoff over the Rock Hard Peen Festive Period, and; could United field a team with several key players missing for the clash.
United accepted the challenge and traveled to Powell River knowing their hosts were rooted to the bottom of the table and likely needing maximum points to save their season and remain in the division.
Some United players were so keen to get started; they traveled early to Comox for some Saturday night shenanigans. It was probably not the best decision as the temptations of the mid-island town proved too much as the boys broke curfew. Stay tuned for September 20th edition of Maury Povich to find out who sired a youngling in the village of Cumberland - EXCITING!
For the rest of the squad, an early morning beckoned as Sunday at 6:30 am hit like a ton of bricks. Coach Holla's car was particularly eventful as United rookie Brian "Kitty Kitty Bang Bang" entertained his fellow commuters with fascinating stories of adventure and suspense.
His trip would come to a premature end however as he managed to blow chunks in both Nanoose Bay and Comox, before; shaking and green, Coach Holla mercifully left him at a Ricky’s all day grill. Well played sir.
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| A man (looking less green) and his cat |
All star goalie Mike Peters was absent in Kokomo for the match meaning that Lakehill Danger Police keeper, Andrew "I Sleep on the High Side of the Waterbed" Whidden got the call to go between the pipes. He would be tested early too as Villa looked brighter in the opening exchanges.
Six minutes in, Villa got their goal in decidedly controversial fashion. Now we understand here at LakehillUnited.Blogspot that we have a reputation for hyperbole, but we will not exaggerate our view of the goal. The ball was played through the United defence to a breaking Villa striker who was a full 6 yards offside. Neither flag nor any call was made. Whidden didn't have a chance.
Blatantly bad officiating is a bitter pill to swallow and we blame the consistently bad assistant referee for what has to be the worst non-call we have ever seen. To be fair to the referee, he was facing the play when the ball was passed and had to turn to catch up with the play; plus he played Jodie Foster's dad in Contact.
Rather than drop their heads and let the game slip them by, United were galvanized by the goal as they started to play the type of football that saw exactly none of them selected to the VISL All Star teams. In all seriousness, the movement and selflessness providing some eye-watering moments on the pitch.
Sam "Coaster Toss" Yager, Jeff "Where's Cocker" Lenton, and Ian "Bedazzled" Broome were playing some champagne football as they repeatedly opened up the centre of the park and unlocked Villa's midfield.
Lenton was spectacular in the midfield as he continued to dangle various players on the Villa side.
Unfortunately United were missing the cutting edge and although they remained comfortable at the back, they couldn't find an equalizer in the first half.
Unfortunately United were missing the cutting edge and although they remained comfortable at the back, they couldn't find an equalizer in the first half.
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| Jodie Foster's dad from Contact |
The second half saw United start brightly as both Matt "This IS my dressed up look" Koenig and Chris "Cocker" Woodcock both had good chances to equalize. A change in formation midway through the half saw Bryan "Look At Me Go, I'm Playing Soccer" Butcher withdrawn in favour of a more attacking set-up.
The change worked as United continued to apply pressure but were unable to find the net. Wave upon wave of United attack failed to find the net as it looked like it was not to be their day.
Then, finally, with 7 minutes left in the match, United struck. A good passing play found the ball at Broome's feet and with plenty of time at the top of the box, he made no mistake. 1-1 and all United could think of was to push on for the three points.
They got their chance too as another fine build-up saw Koenig released down the left side and just when you thought he would bury it, he sliced it wide and over the net.
The game ended all square as United felt they could have gotten more from the game. While the match was over, the shenanigans continued as the Boys in red kept the dream alive with shots at the Ferry terminal. Jer was even overheard talking of a road trip every weekend up to the very hospitable North Island.
Man of the Match: Lenton had a fine game
Holla-Nash Award: Not awarded but purchased - it's a doozie
Moan of the Match: Seriously, guys who don't know how to call offsides cost teams points in this already tight division. The AR who missed the mega-offside leading up the Villa goal has no place officiating at this level.
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