2008 is rapidly coming to a close, so from everyone here at acteba.com.au, have a wonderful, safe and happy festive season. We’ll see you all in 2009 – remember, Round 1 of the Summer 2009 season kicks off January 14!
2008 Champion of Champions
Congratulations to the Fyshwick Tavern Embalmers For their 15 – 11 victory against the Juniors in the C of C grand final last night.
This is a particularly outstanding achievement as the Embalmers are now the first team to score the hat trick for the year – both Div 1 seasons and the C of C! Sensational work guys!
Commiserations to the Juniors, but great job getting to the final. Sincere thanks to all teams that participated and the hosting venues!
2008 Champion of Champions update
Embalmers def Rail Runners 18 – 13
Juniors def Cougars 15 – 10
Grand Final
Embalmers Vs Juniors
To be held at Fyshwick Tavern next Wed 10/12.
(Yes that is Embalmers home venue, but was requested by Juniors).
December Captain’s Meeting Wrapup
The minutes of the December meeting will become available shortly, however here’s a quick wrapup of the points of interest for players:
Presentation Night will be held on 21 February at the Southern Cross Club in Woden. Click the text in the Quick Info box (above, right) for the full details.
Nominations for the Sportsperson of the Year award are now open. (A separate news article will cover the details).
The latest player rankings should be released before Christmas, and the draw for the 2009 Summer comp will be made available at the January meeting (Jan 5), as well as here on the website. Next year’s Calendar should be uploaded to the site by the end of the week, however players should note that the Summer 09 season starts on 14 January.
Rolf informed the meeting that the venue previously known as The Venue would be reopening within a couple of weeks under new management and with a new name. Details will be posted here as they become available. Teams interested in playing from the new venue should contact Rolf ASAP.
2009 Richard Taliaferro Sportsperson of the Year
Voting for the 2009 Richard Taliaferro Sportsperson of the Year has now closed. The winner will be announced at Presentation Night (Feb 21).
Results: 2008 Champion of Champions Round 2 Results
Embalmers def Schroomptons 15 – 10
Rail Runners def Chisholm Tav 19 – 12
Cougars def Tomtones 14 – 12
Juniors def Kickers 16 – 14
Both semi-finals will be held on December 3 at The Basement.
The updated C of C draw is available at http://www.acteba.com.au/downloads/2008_cofc.xls
Photos: 2008 Under 21’s Nationals
New photos have been uploaded to the gallery, with thanks to Steve Phillips.
Check them out by visiting the gallery.
Results: 2008 Champion of Champions Round 1 Results (plus Round 2 draw)
Round 1 Results:
Schroomptons def Pains 15 – 9
Cougars def To Sheas 13 – 11
(note: scores not to 25 as play stopped when winner decided, which is optional).
Round 2 Matches:
Schroomptons Vs Embalmers at Ojo Bar
Chisholm Tav Vs Rail Runners at Chisholm Tav (venue requested by Rail Runners)
Juniors (division to be determined) Vs Kickers at Fyshwick Tavern
Tomtones Vs Cougars at Woden Tradies
The full draw is available here: http://www.acteba.com.au/downloads/2008_cofc.xls
Results: Winter 08 Grand Finals
Hi all
Last night saw an exciting conclusion to four months of intense battle in all five divisions. Each Grand Final witnessed a great struggle towards the final outcome, highlighting the competitiveness we have witnessed this season.
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Grand Finals: Winter 08
Venues for the Winter 08 Grand Finals are below.