WXV: The Pacific Islanders

[Purple 77]

Good game c4! Loved the write-up........ and the endorsement for us at the end  :)

Was never really comfortable in that match tbh lol

[c4v3m4n]

Well, the time has finally arrived! Tonight's the big night for the 1st Annual Pacific Islanders Club Champion Awards, the most exclusive football awards night behind the Jim Stynes Medal count.

Join us at 7.30PM for LIVE coverage of the glitz and glamour of the Teal Carpet! Then at 8:00PM, the award ceremony gets underway!

[c4v3m4n]

Hi there, this is Jennifer Hawkins, coming to you LIVE from the Pacific Islanders Club Champion Awards Teal Carpet!

The players, coaches, staff, and celebrities have all begun to arrive at the Sofitel Resort and Spa here in Suva, Fiji, where the 1st Annual Pacific Islanders Club Champion Awards are being held.

In attendance so far is Islanders CEO Mark O'Connor and his wife Patricia, ex-AFL Commissioner Andrew Demetriou and his wife Symone, Fijian born golfing great Vijay Singh and wife, Ardena Seth, Samoa's Head of State Tupuola Tufuga Efi and his wife Masiofo Filifilia Imo and Olympic weightlifter Itte Detenamo and his partner.

Making their way down the Teal Carpet is assistant coaches MTTY, hawk_88, Master Q, Impromtu and charliesheen, who have ditched their partners for this evenings ceremony and gone stag. Rumors are the assistant coaches have something special in mind for the crowd later this evening.



On their way down now is Islanders captain Chris Judd and his wife, Rebecca Judd. Of course the spotlight is on Rebecca at the moment as he is turning heads in a glitzy cocktail dress. We caught up Chris Judd briefly to discuss tonights festivities.

JH: How does it feel to be the overwhelming favourite for tonight Club Champion Award?

CJ: Exciting. It's going to be a fantastic night. From what we've heard, a LOT of effort has been put into making this event one to truly look forward to each and every year.

JH: How have you enjoyed your first year at the Pacific Islanders compared to AFL life in Australia?

CJ: It was a big change for all the players after the disbandment of the AFL. The work and effort that the Pacific nations have put into the team is far greater than one single club had in Australia. I've been thoroughly enjoying my time here and really can't wait hit the famous beaches come summer!

JH: Thanks for your time Chris, and we wish you all the best for tonight's medal count.

CJ: Thanks.

More players from the Islanders are making their way down the Teal Carpet now, youngsters Dion Prestia, Jamie Elliott and Henry Cunningham look very dapper in their suits. Jamie Elliott has gone for a classic 1920's look, complete with the hat.

As we reach the conclusion of the Teal Carpet, its the big man himself, Head Coach of the Pacific Islanders c4v3m4n that has finally arrived to massive applause and cheers. He and his partner casually make their way down the carpet giving a wave to the crowd and signing a couple of autographs.

Well that its for the Teal Carpet Special. We'll be back shortly to bring you all the LIVE action from tonight's Pacific Islanders Club Champion Awards night.

[Purple 77]

So many big names!!!

Im shaking with anticipation!

[c4v3m4n]

Opening

Everyone is now seated. The lights have dimmed.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to tonight's presentation of the Pacific Islanders Club Champion Awards ceremony. To open tonight's ceremony, a band that needs no introduction. The Wrong Direction".

The crowd is puzzled. They talk amongst themselves, wondering who this band is....

The curtain opens and from underneath comes Pacific Islanders assistant coaches, MTTY, Master Q, hawk_88, Impromptu and charliesheen. The music starts and the crowd erupts in laughter as the five of them begin to sing One Direction's "What Makes You Beautiful"! :o ;D ;D

The song might be autotuned and out-of-time, but the crowd doesn't care, they are loving this opening performance! The rumors were true, the boys have totally the delivered a hilarious opening to the night!

The song ends and the crowd give the coaches a standing ovation filled with clapping, cheers, whistling, the works. Watch out  One Direction, it looks like you've got some fierce competition! ;)

The Medal Count

The spotlight shifts to the lecturn on the stage.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please make welcome your host for this evening, former Melbourne player and media personality, Garry Lyon".

"Tonight we are hear to celebrate the Pacific Islanders' inaugural season in the World 15s and to award the first Club Champion Award. Along with this prestigious award, we will also be awarding awards to the best player under the age of 23, the best reserves player of the year and a "Players Choice" award."

"To help me with tonight's proceedings is Head Coach of the Pacific Islanders, c4v3m4n. Please make him welcome as we begin the medal count".

(PS. Just so you all know, there will be a few minute delay between each post as I get them ready. Also after Round 3, the writing dies off as I ran out of time but I'll write up more afterwards)

[c4v3m4n]

Round 1

Wellington Warriors 21.18.144 defeated Pacific Islanders 18.20.128

The Pacific Islanders first WXV home and away game was a day of celebration as it was the birth of a new sporting era in the world. The game had many significances, many firsts, and it was surely a day to remember.

The first and only match between the Wellington Warriors and the Pacific Islanders saw the introduction of the Oceanic Cup, a trophy awarded to the winning team. It was here, that the Islanders first rivalry was born.

The historic Pacific Islanders inaugural team is as follows:

DEF: Josh Gibson, Nicholas Smith, Lewis Roberts-Thomson, Tim Mohr
MID: Chris Judd (C), Simon Black (VC), Daniel Kerr, David Swallow
FWD: Drew Petrie, Quinten Lynch, Sam Reid, Matt Campbell
RUC: Darren Jolly

INT: Dion Prestia, Todd Banfield

EMG: Matthew Jaensch, Matthew Watson, Henry Cunningham

The game itself was a fierce and fiery first encounter, with both teams out to prove themselves early. Tim Mohr is his first ever senior Australian rules football match was given a tough initiation, talking power forward Taylor Walker. Their battle throughout the night was one to keep a close eye on, as both players were niggling the other.



The Islanders veteran player, Simon Black played one of the best matches in his long career, amassing 30 possessions, 10 tackles, 9 clearances and his highest ever SC score of 152. Black's teammate at the Brisbane Lions, Todd Banfield also starred with 3 fantastic goals.

Unfortunately, all this hard work was not meant to be, as the Pacific Islanders went down by 16 points. With 3 losses from the pre-season cup and a first round loss, it seemed like the Islanders could be in for one long season.

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[Hawka]

Round 1

Wellington Warriors 21.18.144 defeated Pacific Islanders 18.20.128

The Pacific Islanders first WXV home and away game was a day of celebration as it was the birth of a new sporting era in the world. The game had many significances, many firsts, and it was surely a day to remember.

The first and only match between the Wellington Warriors and the Pacific Islanders saw the introduction of the Oceanic Cup, a trophy awarded to the winning team. It was here, that the Islanders first rivalry was born.

The historic Pacific Islanders inaugural team is as follows:

DEF: Josh Gibson, Nicholas Smith, Lewis Roberts-Thomson, Tim Mohr
MID: Chris Judd (C), Simon Black (VC), Daniel Kerr, David Swallow
FWD: Drew Petrie, Quinten Lynch, Sam Reid, Matt Campbell
RUC: Darren Jolly

INT: Dion Prestia, Todd Banfield

EMG: Matthew Jaensch, Matthew Watson, Henry Cunningham

The game itself was a fierce and fiery first encounter, with both teams out to prove themselves early. Tim Mohr is his first ever senior Australian rules football match was given a tough initiation, talking power forward Taylor Walker. Their battle throughout the night was one to keep a close eye on, as both players were niggling the other.



The Islanders veteran player, Simon Black played one of the best matches in his long career, amassing 30 possessions, 10 tackles, 9 clearances and his highest ever SC score of 152. Black's teammate at the Brisbane Lions, Todd Banfield also starred with 3 fantastic goals.

Unfortunately, all this hard work was not meant to be, as the Pacific Islanders went down by 16 points. With 3 losses from the pre-season cup and a first round loss, it seemed like the Islanders could be in for one long season.

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AWESOME!!

[c4v3m4n]

Round 2

Pacific Islanders 21.10.136 defeated Moscow Spetsnaz 18.13.121

Round 2 of the World 15s competition now and the Pacific Islanders hosted their first home game at the newly redeveloped ground at Linkbelt Oval in Aiwo, Nauru. A sell-out crowd of 24,875 came to watch and cheer on their first international sporting franchise.

The Islanders midfield of Chris Judd, David Swallow, Daniel Kerr, Simon Black and Dion Prestia were dominant, averaging 26 possessions between them. The Islanders' captain Chris Judd lead the way all day, producing one of the finest performances in his career. At the end of the day he would finish with stats of 33 possessions, 6 tackles, 8 clearances and amazingly 3 goals.

Coupled this with outstading performances from Quinten Lynch (4 goals) and Sam Reid (3 goals) in the forward line, The Islanders would come out victorious for their first ever win and even more specially, their first win at home.

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[BB67th]

LOVING IT!

[c4v3m4n]

Round 3

London Royals 11.24.90 defeated by Pacific Islanders 17.13.115

After enjoying and celebrating their first ever win in the World 15s, the Pacific Islanders were then up beat about their chances of beating the London Royals. After what would be their longest flight of the entire season, the mood within the Islanders' camp quickly changed.

Arriving fairly fatigued, the Islanders knew they were in for a difficult task against a young spirited Royals team. The Royals kicking would be their undoing as the Islanders walked away with the 4 points; winning by 25 points.

Quinten Lynch was continuing his great start to the season kicking another 3 goals, but Chris Judd put in another man of the match performance with 35 touches, 11 clearances and a goal.

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[c4v3m4n]

Round 4

Pacific Islanders 16.15.111 defeated by New Delhi Tigers 19.8.122

Match write-up coming soon. (Didn't have enough time... :()

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[Purple 77]

absolutely amazing.

is this the best work c4 has produced? If so, what is better?

so much work....... its simply amazing

[Hawka]

This is by Amile so much detail!!
im rooting for Blacky!

[c4v3m4n]

Rising Star Award

It has now come time to award this year's Pacific Islanders Rising Star award.

This award is given to players under the age of 23 (as of March 2012) who have demonstrated excellence both on and off the field. The award will be handed out by club Captain, Chris Judd.

"It wasn't any easy choice by any of the coaching staff and the leadership group, but this year's winner of the Pacific Islanders Rising Star award is....", Judd pauses for effect.

"......Sam Reid!"



*Applause*

Over the course of the year, Sam Reid has managed the following:

• 2nd most contested marks at the club (26)
• 2nd most marks inside 50 for the club (28)
• 3rd most goals at the club (25)
• 10th most SC points at the club (1015)
• 19th most contested marks in the entire World 15s

A very deserving winner. Congratulations to Sam Reid.

[Purple 77]

go Q stick!!!!!