Munro vs Excelsior Date Shifted

The All Island U16 Final between Munro and Excelsior has been shifted from this Wednesday to Saturday December 12, 2009 at Harbour View Mini Stadium with kick-off at 1pm.

Excelsior won the Colts U16 with a 1-0 win over Bridgeport High.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro spank Lennon 4-1 (U16)

The Munro College U16 Team

Jarrett Park, St. James- Galloway Cup Champions Munro College added the Rural U16 title to their collection of titles when they comprehensively beat Lennon High by 4-1 margin.

Striker Amin Miller and midfielder Shaunuvan Desouza had a brace each to give Munro a 4-0 lead before Lennon pulled one back from a penalty resulting from a handled ball.

Amin Miller scores Munro's third goal

Amin Miller scores Munro's fourth goal after loosing his footing, but manages to poke the ball into the goal.

Munro next assignment will be against the winner of the Colts U16 final between Bridgeport and Excelsior. The All island U16 champions will be decided this Wednesday at 1pm at STETHS as the curtain raiser for the 2009 Olivier Shield.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro Lift Galloway Cup (U16)

Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth- Munro became the 2009 Galloway Cup champions when they thumped Maud McLeod 3-0.

Munro took the lead late in the first half when striker Levar Dunchie was fouled in the box. Midfielder Kaneil Harrison converted from the spot.

Munro would dominate from this point and go further ahead when Dunchie collected a pass on the right, went around two defenders and riffled the ball into the goal at the far post.

Shaunuvan Desouza would make it 3-0 when he ran down the left, cut inside, beating the goalkeeper with a powerful shot at the near post.

Levar Dunchie scores Munro's second goal

                                         Shaunuvan Desouza scores Munro's third

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro,Maud Mcleod battle for Galloway Cup

Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth- Munro College warmed up for the Galloway Cup final with a 1-0 win over Manchester High. Shaunuvan Desouza scored the winner.

Shaunuvan Desouza

This final promises to be intriguing, given that both Munro and Maud Mcloed are potent and undefeated. Kick-off is tomorrow starting 3pm at STETHS.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro Advance to U16 Final

Malvern, St. Elizabeth- Munro College advanced to the Galloway Cup final after Manchester High lost 2-1 to Green Island yesterday.

Munro had raced to the top of the zone on 9 points from 3 games with the game to be played against Manchester on Monday.

In their opening quarterfinal game Munro spanked Aubuthknott Gallimore 5-1, with goals from Shaunuvan Desouza, Kaneil Harrison, Levar Dunchie and Amin Miller (Twice).

At Cornwall College, Munro had to fight hard to get past a teak tough Cornwall defense. Chadwick Morrison ran down the left to guide a pass to the prolific Amin Miller who fired powerfully into the Cornwall goal.

Munro maximized their home advantage against Green Island with Amin Miller grabbing a hat-trick, along with Shaunuvan Desouza, Levar Dunchie, and Kevon Farqueson scoring to hammer Green Island 6-0.

Munro's opponent for the final will be Maud McCloud High. There is contemplation to make this Final the curtain raiser for the Dacosta Cup semi-final on Saturday November 28, 2009. Stand by for more words on that.

Levar Dunchie scores against Green Island.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro exit Dacosta Cup with Win

                                                         Chris Wint

Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth- Ben Francis Finalists Munro College went out with a bang when they demolished Bellefield High by 5-0.

Chris "Chriwi"Wint found his scoring boots to score thrice, while Kenry"Shorty"Rowe, and Jordan"Betti"Bell accounted for one a piece. With this result Munro became the most prolific team in Group 3, failing to advance by a single point.

We would like to thank all the players, coaches, fans and well wishers who made this football season good.
Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

U14/U16 Report:Munro slam Aubuthnott Gallimore 5-1 (U16)

Malvern, St. Elizabeth- Many time Galloway Cup champions Munro College hammered Aubuthnott Gallimore 5-1 with goals from Shaunuvan Desouza, Kaneil Harrison, Levar Dunchie and Amin Miller (Twice).

The remaining quarterfinal fixtures for the Galloway Cup with home team named first and matches starting at 3:00pm are as follows:

Cornwall vs. Munro, Monday 16.11.2009

Munro vs. Green Island, Wednesday 18.11.2009

Manchester vs. Munro, Monday 23.11.2009

The Munro U14 team who also won their zone will open their account on Monday.

The quarterfinal fixtures for the U14 competition with home team named first and matches starting at 3:00pm are as follows:

Munro vs. Knox, Monday 16.11.2009

Petersfield vs. Munro, Thursday 19.11.2009

Munro vs. Herbert Morrison, Monday 23.11.2009

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

(Left-Right) Levar Dunchie, Amin Miller, Shaunavan Desouza, Kaneil Harrison

Munro U14 & U16 Report

  Levar Dunchie (Left) Kashif Miller(Right)

Malvern, St. Elizabeth- The Munro College U14 team had 1-0 wins in matches against STETHS and Lacovia. Jermaine Perry scored against STETHS and Antonio Gregg scored against Lacovia.

The Munro U16 team did just as well with a 2-0 win over Newell, and a 1-0 win over STETHS. Levar Dunchie scored one a piece in both games, with Kashif Miller scoring in the Newell game

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro out of Dacosta Cup

Munro Lineup for Ben Francis Final

Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth- Ben Francis Finalist Munro were sent crashing out of the Dacosta Cup when they failed to score numerous opportunities against Spalding.

Spalding soaked up a lot off pressure, but managed to score from two elementary defensive errors by Munro. The first goal was scored when Lloyd Tyme came off his goal line and missed the ball totally. The second scored when central defender Leighton Thorpe ricocheted the ball of his own defender, provided an opening for Spalding to tap in.

Despite these errors, Munro could have drawn the game, missing even an empty goal in the process.

We would like to thank all those who supported the team, and look forward to more support next year, as 16 members of the team will be returning for next year.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro salvage draw with Clarendon

Jamalco, Clarendon- Ben Francis finalists Munro College came away with a 1-1 draw against former champions Clarendon College.

Clarendon scored early when Munro central defender Leighton Thorpe lost his footing, was robbed of the ball, and with Munro keeper Lloyd Tyme at his mercy the Clarendon attacker fired into the goal.

Munro was resolute and came back strongly, pegging Clarendon in their half for long periods. The opportunities came and went, but Munro would get the equalizer late in the second half.

Rasheem Eccleston curled a corner into the Clarendon goal area which presented all kinds of problems for the Clarendon defense, resulting in an own goal.

Munro went in search of the winner, with Errol Davis racing past the Clarendon defense to cross inside, Rafique Roberts resulting shot went straight at the Clarendon goalkeeper.

Munro will play last year's beaten finalists Spalding Comprehensive on Saturday at STETHS beginning at 3:00pm.

Clarendon College defenders look on as Rasheem Eccleston's corner is deflected into the goal.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro stunned by Glenmuir 3-0

Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth- Munro College were shocked by Glenmuir 3-0 in the final of the Ben Francis completion.
Munro squandered many chances early and paid dearly for their misses, when Ricardo Webber guided a free kick into the goal to give Glenmuir a first half lead.

Munro went on the attack in the second half and could have equalized on a number of occasions, until Jamar Jackson's free kick beat Lloyd Tyme at the far post. Paul Wilson sealed the issue 3 minutes from time when he beat two defenders to fire the ball to the inside of the far post.

Munro will next play Clarendon College at Jamalco in the Dacosta Cup on Wednesday at 3:30pm.

Munro's 2009 Dacosta Cup Team

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro U14 & U16 Report

Black River, St. Elizabeth- Munro College's U14 team came away with a 3-2 victory against Black River High. Derron Duncan had a brace, while Stephano Hinds grabbed a single.

The Munro U16 game with Black River ended in a 0-0 stalemate.


(Left to Right) Stephano Hinds, Derron Duncan

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Resolute Munro outscore St. James High 3-2

Jarrett Park, St. James- Many time champions Munro College booked their place in the Final of the Ben Francis KO with a gutsy come from behind 3-2 win against Ben Francis champions St. James High.

St. James point man Allan Ottey slipped behind the Munro defense to open the scoring, shortly after Munro's Errol Davis and Jermaine Samms missed two sitters with both having the goalkeeper to beat.

Munro fought back valiantly when Samms was brought down by the St. James High goalkeeper just inside the box. Central defender Leighton Thorpe made no mistake from the spot.

Ricardo Morris would hand St. James the lead when he took advantage of a Munro defensive mix-up.

Munro was not through yet, and was determined to exploit the weaknesses in the St. James defense. Rasheem Eccleston broke away down the left, and beat the St. James defense with a cross that found the head of Errol "Sally" Davis who executed with precision.

Munro upped the pressure in search of the winner, and found it when Jermaine “Sampo” Samms fired the ball into the net.

With only a few minutes to go, Munro nearly gave way the lead when goalkeeper Lloyd Tyme, who was not having his best game, spilled the ball, and in his efforts to retrieve it foul a St. James High attacker. Allan Ottey would try in vain to score from the spot, with his shot going wide of the post.

Munro's opponent for the Ben Francis KO final will be Glenmuir High School. The final will be played this Saturday at STETHS beginning at 3:00pm.

Jermaine "Sampo" Samms scores Munro's winning goal.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro U16 and U14 Match Report

Midfielder Amin Miller (Centre).

Munro College's U16 team got off to a blazing start with a 7-1 spanking of Lacovia. Levar Dunchie had a four timer, and Amin Miller grabbed a hat-trick, as Munro raced ominously to the top of the group.

Mean while, Munro's U14 team opened their account with a 3-3 draw with Black River. Goals were provided by Mark Parchment, Romario Dezousa, and Stephano Hinds.

In their second game the U14s traveled to STETHS where they gave up a 1-0 first half lead, with STETHS equalizing from the penalty spot. The game ended 1-1 with Stephano Hinds scoring for Munro.

The U14 had their third game against Lacovia at Munro. Lacovia opened the scoring in the first half to go up 1-0. Munro replied with goals from Antonio Gregg, Rajay Ottey, and Mark Parchment, to dismiss Lacovia 3-1.

The next match for Munro in the U14 will be an away game next Monday against Black River High. Munro are second in the group on five points, two behind leaders STETHS.
The Munro U16 team will next play Black River on Friday in an away game.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro Advance to Ben Francis Semi-Final

Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth- Errol "Sally" Davis shot Munro College into the semi-finals of the Ben Francis KO competition, when they defeated Manchester High on sudden death penalties 5-4.

Davis opened the scoring for Munro in the 63rd minute after Jermaine "Sampo" Samms robbed the Manchester defense of the ball, dribbled left, and passed to Rasheem Eccleston who swung a diagonal pass to find Davis who fired home at the far post.

Manchester would equalize two minutes later when Junior Neil dribbled past two Munro players down the left to swing a cross inside that was tapped in by substitute Errol Johnson.

Munro would assume control of the game from this point on, but could not find the net despite creating numerous opportunities.

With the teams still locked in a 1-1 stalemate, the dreaded penalty kicks would have to be the decider. Manchester's Shane Cousins missed the second penalty handing Munro the lead. Munro would score their first four penalties with Jordan "Betty" Bell required to score to clinch victory, but Bell's shot ricocheted of the cross bar, sending the match into sudden death penalties.

Munro's Kenry Rowe would miss the first penalty in sudden death when it was saved by the Manchester keeper, but Munro goalie Lloyd Tyme pulled of a brilliant save to keep Munro in the match. Errol Davis would score Munro next penalty which turned out to be the winner, after Manchester kicked away their next penalty.

Munro will next play Ben Francis Champions St. James High in a gigantic face-off at Jarret Park on Wednesday at 3:00pm.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro spank Newell 9-0 ahead of Ben Francis KO

Newell, St.Elizabeth- Munro College came away with an emphatic 9-0 win over Newell High ahead of their big Ben Francis KO quarterfinal clash against Manchester High on Saturday at STETHS.

The lead by a four timer from the ultra skillful Chris "Chriwi" Wint, and one a piece from Shaunavan Dezousa, Carl Simpson, Jermaine Samms, Rasheem Eccleston, and Boris Bonnie, romped to an easy win over Newell despite resting a number of starters.

In the Ben Francis KO preliminary round, Manchester High and Paul Bogle defeated Manning's and Annotto Bay 2-0 respectively. Ruseas clipped Marcus Garvey 1-0, and Lennon High got the better of Spalding 3-0.

The Ben Francis quarterfinal games for Saturday will be as follows:

Dinthill vs. Paul Bogle
Glenmuir vs. Lennon
Munro College vs. Manchester High @ STETHS
St. James vs. Ruseas@ Jarrett Park
All matches will begin at 3:00pm to facilitate extra time and penalties if necessary.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro outscore STETHS

Jordan "Betty" Bell scores Munro's second goal with a header.

Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth- Former champions Munro College had to dig deep to outscore STETHS 3-2 in a hotly contested Zone E game.

Errol Davis opened the scoring for Munro when he latched unto a loose ball, dribbled to the left past the STETHS defense and fired into the net. Munro intent on thrashing STETHS would go 2-0 up when Jordan "Betty" Bell scored a header from Captain Oneil"Lazza" Legister's free kick to put the crowd in frenzy.

Errol "Sally" Davis scores Munro's opening goal

STETHS were not dead yet, and clawed their way back into the game when Deshorn "Willy Man" Brown rounded the goalie, and with the ball cleared off the line by the Munro defense; referee Cheddlie Powell pointed to the penalty spot. Powell's call turned out to be one of the worst by a referee in recent memory, handing STETHS a life line. Brown returned to convert the penalty.

With the game swinging from end to end, Munro could have added a third goal when substitute striker Rafique Roberts dribbled past the STETHS defense, but failed to get the ball past the STETHS keeper when he was forcefully pushed in the back by a defender. Referee Powell declined to award a penalty.

STETHS made a fast break immediately off Rafique Roberts missed attempt at goal. Deshorn "Willy Man" Brown outpaced the Munro defense to score with a thunderous shot to make it 2-2. A loud uproar permeated the STETHS Sports Complex as the large crowd enjoyed the game.

With a minute to go Munro won a free kick just outside the area. Last man Leighton "Egghead" Thorpe cracked the ball with the outside of his boot, rocketing it ominously into the STETHS net. The chants of "MC, MC, MC" echoed through out the complex after Munro scored. Then came the whistled, Munro had spanked STETHS a second time.

With this win Munro advances to the Ben Francis KO competition quarterfinals, where they have to wait for the winner of Manchester High vs. Manning’s School. Munro's Ben Francis campaign kicks-off on Saturday October 24, 2009 at 3:00 at STETHS.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro blank Balaclava

Malvern, St. Elizabeth- Former champions Munro College inched closer to the interzone round of the Dacosta Cup with a 2-0 blanking of Balaclava High.
Midfielder Ackeen "Duttyman" Royal netted early in the first half with a header from captain Oneil "Laza" Legister free kick.

Munro dominated Balaclava for the entire first half, and could have gone 2-0 up when Rasheem Eccleston picked out the advancing Errol "Sally" Davis with a diagonal ball. Davis fire powerfully at goal, but his shot was well saved.

With time elapsing and Munro smelling blood, Balaclava tried desperately to avoid defeat, but were kept out by astute defending. Munro would put the game beyond Balaclava's reach in injury time, when the wily striker Chris "Chriwi" Wint, collected a ball at the top of the box beating the Balaclava defense and fired powerfully into the far corner of the net.

Munro will next play bottom placed Newell High away on Wednesday. Munro needs to win this game to advance to the next round.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro blank Black River 3-0

(From Left to Right) Goal scorers Errol Davis, Raheem Eccleston, and Jermaine "Sampo" Samms

Malvern, St. Elizabeth: Many time champions Munro College remain even on points with STETHS on top of Zone E with a 3-0 win over Black River High.

Right flank midfielder Errol Davis opened the scoring with a strike from the edge of the 18 yard box. Striker Jermaine Samms made it 2-0 with a well timed header just before half time.

The goal of the game and perhaps the season so far would come from the boot of Raheem Eccleston. The burly left back power down the flank to unleash a scorching shot, giving the Black River custodian little chance from about about 25 yards.This was Eccleston's second goal from three games.

In other games, STETHS handed Balaclava their first defeat of the season when they scored two penalties to win 2-0. Lacovia moved to twelve (12) points, four (4) behind leaders STETHS and Munro when they beat Newell 2-1.

Munro will next play Balaclava (14 points) this Saturday at Munro.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro clip STETHS 1-0

Munronians Lennox "Moony" Channer presents Kaneil Harrison with the MVP Ball

Malvern, St. Elizabeth- Fourteen year old Kaneil Harrison blasted Munro College to the top of Zone E when he fired home from inside the eighteen yard box to give Munro a 1-0 victory over STETHS.

Munro started slow with STETHS pressuring for most of the first half. STETHS could have snatched the lead when Deshorn Brown took advantage of a defensive mix up; rounding the goalkeeper, but fired over the top. Munro's lone chance of the first half came when Jermaine Samms collected a ball at the top of the goal area over dribbling in the process.

A re-energized and more purposeful Munro came out in the second half, taking control of the game. Munro would have to wait until the 72nd minute of play, when substitute Kaneil Harrison latched on to a loose ball, firing a well placed shot to the inside of the far post.

In other results, Balaclava High moved into second place on eight points with a 3-1 win over Newell High. Lacovia moved to six points with a 2-0 win over Black River High.

Munro will be gunning for a wide margin of victory when they take on bottom place Newell on Wednesday at home.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro, Balaclava Draw 1-1

Braes River, St. Elizabeth- Munro College suffered a minor scare when they had to come from behind to draw 1-1 with the upset minded Balaclava High.

Balaclava had previously drew with STETHS 0-0 in Santa Cruz a week earlier, came out determined to over throw Munro.

Munro, got the easiest chance of the game first when Rajiv Service received a perfect pass inside the goal area, but failed to finish.

Balaclava won a free kick which sailed over the Munro goal area unchallenged until it was headed home by an alert Balaclava attacker.

Munro nearly equalized before the break when Chavez Anglin got away down the left to crack a cross in, which missed the head of the onrushing Errol Davis.

Munro came alive in the second half, and would not have to wait long, clinching the equalizer from a torrid shot struck by Kenry "Shorty" Rowe. From this point on Balaclava came under severe pressure, with Munro hitting the goal post three times.

In other games STETHS blanked Lacovia 3-0 to join Munro on seven points, while Black River got the better of Newell 4-0 to get their first win.

Munro plays STETHS next on Saturday September 26, 2009 at Munro in a big Zone E clash.

Leighton "Egg Head" Thorpe's free kick heads powerfully towards goal.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro clip Lacovia 1-0

Carl Simpson scores with a penalty to put Munro up 1-0

Malvern, St.Elizabeth- Many time champions Munro College took sole control of Zone E with a workman like 1-0 win over Lacovia.

Midfielder Carl Simpson was clipped down in the box; returning moments late to score the penalty.

Munro continued to miss opportunities that would have widened the score, and nearly paid for their lack of finishing when the referee awarded Lacovia a dubious penalty in the second half.

Munro goalie Lloyd Tyme would have none of this nonsense and dived to his right to pull of a brilliant save. He subsequently was kicked in the head by the onrushing Lacovia player.

From this point on Lacovia with the help of blind eyed officials reverted to making the match a foul filled affair, injuring a number of Munro players in the process.

In other game STETHS moved into second place with a 9-0 drubbing of Newell High with striker Deshawn Brown get a double hatrick. Balaclava High kept pace with STETHS when they recorded a 1-0 win over Black River.

The third set of matches in Zone E will be interesting with Munro taking on Balaclava at Braes River, and STETHS taking on Lacovia at STETHS. Both games are paramount and will begin at 3:30pm.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro battle Lacovia for Zone Honours

 

Striker Jermaine "Sampo" Samms scores Munro's second goal agianst Black River.

Malvern, St. Elizabeth- Many time Dacosta Cup champions Munro College will tackle last years beaten semi-finalists Lacovia High for Zone E honours this Saturday September 19, 2009 at Munro.

Munro got off to a good start to their season when they brushed aside Black River High 2-0. Central defender Leighton Thorpe made no mistake from the spot, and striker Jermaine Samms knocked in a deflection from a ferociuosly struck Carl Simspon free kick.

Lacovia beat Newell 4-2, while STETHS drew with Balaclava 0-0 at home.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro Clip Cornwall 1-0

Striker Rajiv Service

Jarrett Park, St. James- Former champions Munro College came away with a 1-0 win over Cornwall College in the Jackson Shield opener.

Speedster Rajiv Service opened the scoring for Munro early in the first half. The margin of victory could have been much wider had power forward Rafique Roberts, substitute forward Boris Bonnie and midfield maestro Xavier "Zavy"Hendricks converted their chances.

In the over 35 game Munro lost to Cornwall 2-1, with Peter Lee getting the lone goal via a well executed header for the Munronians.

Munro will open their season against Black River High who have been reinstated to Zone E on Wednesday September 16, 2009 at the Black River School grounds at 3:30pm.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro get Past Brown's Town

Addison Park, St.Ann- Munro College defeated Zone D kingpins and 2009 LINKZ 20/20 quarter finalists Brown's Town Comprehensive 2-0.

The Munronians played attractive soccer, and should have had a wider margin of victory had the speedy Rajiv Service delivered on his scoring opportunities. The powerfully built striker Rafi Roberts and midfielder Carl Simpson got the goals for the visitors.

Munro will now set their sites on fierce rivals Cornwall College, who they will play in the Jackson Shield this Saturday September 5, 2009 at Cornwall.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro hammer Black River 5-0

Black River, St.Elizabeth- Munro College trounced Black River High 5-0. Scorers were Carl Simpson, Leighton Thorpe, Errol Davis, Boris Bonnie and Chris Wint.

Munro will next play Brown's Town High this Wednesday September 2, 2009 in Brown's Town.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro, Frome Draw; Black River United Next

Jordan "Betti" Bell (Far Post) scores with a header from a corner.

Frome, Westmoreland- Former Champions Munro College were held to a draw by Frome Technical after leading 1-0 via a first half striker by Jordan 'Betti' Bell.

Munro displayed their best midfield play yet in muddy conditions. The boys from Malvern took the attack to Frome all game long, and went into the lead when Jordan Bell headed the ball thunderously into the net from a corner.

With less than 15 minutes to go, Frome would strike back when Munro Keeper Lloyd Tyme parred a shot, which the Munro defence failed to clear allowing the the opposing striker to go between and score.

Munro midfielder Carl Simpson had other ideas, and came close to scoring when his shot hit the upright and went back into play; the onrushing Chavez Anglin mistimed the rebound and was unable to score.

Munro will next play Black River United this Tuesday August 25, 2009 at the Newtown Sport Complex, beginning at 3:30 pm.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro Eliminated in Quarterfinals;St.James Win

Craig "Breakfast" Foster scores the the final penalty to secure Munro's 3-2 win over Grange Hill

Montego Bay, St.James-Munro College's bid to annex the LINKZ 20/20 Football title stopped short at the quarterfinal stage. The boys from "the City set upon a Hill" outplayed the opposition handily, but did not execute when the opportunities arose.

Munro after defeating Grange Hill 3-2 on penalties went up against LINKZ 20/20 champions Jamaica College in the second quarterfinal. After a fast start by both teams JC went ahead 2-0 after defensive lapses by Munro.

The boys from Malvern were undaunted, and came at Jamaica College tenaciously. Their efforts nearly paid off when Errol Davis received a Craig Foster cross inside the JC 6 yard box, but fired over the bar.

Munro continued to pepper the JC defense, but faulty finishing let them down. The game ended 2-0.

The results for the LINKZ 20/20 from quarter final stage are as follows:

St. James High vs STETH 1-0

Munro vs JC 0-2

Brown's Town vs Godfrey Stewart 0-1

Semi Final results are as follows:

JC vs STETHS 1-1 (JC win 2-1 on Penalties)

Godfrey Stewart vs St. James 0-2

The result in the Final was as follows:

ST. James High vs JC 5-0

Munro will next play Frome Technical this Wednesday August 19,2009 at 3:30pm at a venue in Westmoreland to be determined, followed by a game against Manning's High this Friday August 21,2009 at Munro College.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro well set for LINKZ 20/20 Finals

Chavez Channer scores a penalty to put Munro up 1-0 against Lacovia, Craig Foster (#10) looks on.

Jarrett Park, Montego Bay- Munro College will take on Grange Hill in the opening game in the LINKZ 20/20 Football Fiesta Finals at 1pm, on August 15,2009 at Jarrett Park. The games that come after are as follows:

Brown's Town vs Maldon

Lacovia vs. STETHS

Godfrey Stewart vs. Frome

The winners of these games go on to the quarter finals where they will join St. James High and Jamaica College.

The three quarterfinal winners and the best loser will contest the semi-finals; with the two winners contesting the final.

By virtue of their win on penalties against STETHS and their 1-1 draw with Lacovia, Munro were adjudged the winners of Zone E despite much controversy from the STETHS contingent. STETHS had won their game against Lacovia 2-1, but the 20/20 organizers ruled that the Lacovia /Munro game after regulation time would have taken Munro to 4 points, and as a result zone honours. The organizers decided to end the debate by putting STETHS and Lacovia through, making the 20/20 a ten team competition instead of an eight team competition.

Mean while Munro continued their winning ways by beating Manning's High 2-1 in Savannalamar last Monday. Demari Stephens and Jordon Bell got the goals for Munro. This was a good result, Manning's has previously beaten Ruseas and drawn with Frome Tech and Herbert Morrison.

Last Wednesday Munro took on Glenmuir at Brancourt, and dominated for most of the first half, with the half ending 2-2. Glenmuir scored early in the second half when Munro keeper Lloyd Tyme hesitated to come for a cross, allowing the onrushing striker to tap in.

Munro took control for the next 25 minutes in the second half, missing four sitters. Glenmuir scored again in the final moments of the game to win 4-2.

Coach Hopeton Gilchrist is very confident in the Munro College team. With this weeks return of the quartet of ace striker Jermaine Samms, midfielders Dayton Stuart, Akeen Royal, and David Beezer; all 2007 team member; Munro's chances are good. These players will be complimented by former William Knibb striker Rajiv Service, and Reno FC striker Craig "Breakfast" Foster who are both 17 years old.

Rajiv Service is the "X" factor here. Hardly any of the opposing teams know of him. He is skillful, strong, intelligent, fast, plays multiple positions and can kick with either foot, but has not played more than 20 minutes all summer in practice games. This should change on Saturday when Munro attempts to win at the LINKZ 96Fm 20/20 Football Fiesta.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro battle STETHS & Lacovia in LINKZ 20/20 Football

Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth-Many time champions Munro College will play STETHS and Lacovia High in the LINKZ 20/20 Preliminary round on Saturday August 8, 2009 at STETHS Sports Complex; the round robin will start at 1pm.



Lacovia who have lost the core of the team that went to the Dacosta Cup semi-finals should be the least fancied to advance to the Finals next Saturday August 15, 2009 at Jarrett Park.

The inform STETHS who have gone 6 practice matches without defeat will be difficult to beat. However, Munro College who are yet to have the benefit of four players from their 2007 Dacosta Cup team are determined to exact revenge on STETHS.

The winner from the group is guaranteed a spot in the big LINKZ 20/20 Football Fiesta at Jarrett Park.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro play St. George's

Malvern, St. Elizabeth- The Munro College Dacosta Cup squad will look to bounce back from their 2-1 defeat to Herbert Morrison when they take on St. George's College.

Munro are in their second week of training and look to give a better account of themselves.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro face Herbert Morrison

Malvern, St.Elizabeth- Many time champions Munro College face Herbert Morrison Comprehensive in their first practice game on Saturday July 18, 2009.

Herbert Morrison under their new coach Dr. Dean Weatherly should provide a stern test for Munro.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro College Takes WFAU17 Title

Goalkeeper Tevin Tomlinson holds the WFAU17 Trophy aloft as Munro College U17s Celebrate

Frome, Westmoreland- Munro College emerged victors over Frome FC with a 3-1 win on penalties after an extra time 0-0 scoreline.

Munro playing without centre forward Krishem Black, right winger Errol Davis and goalkeeper Lloyd Tyme were undeterred by the slippery underfoot conditions and the hostile crowd.

In a game full with ebbs and flows, Munro had the better chances, and were unlucky to have ended the half 0-0.

In the second half Munro central midfielder Carl Simpson dribbled through the heart of the Frome FC defence hitting the crossbar with a torrid shot.

Frome would have their moments as well, when a diagonal pass went behind the Munro defenders, but the shot went over the crossbar.

With regulation time now up and Frome looking to survive, Munro attacked with a vengeance. Munro looked to have the winner when midfielder Akeem Brown fired a well placed shot through the crowded Frome 18 yard box, but the ball was cleared off the line by a resolute Frome defender.

With penalties to decide the game Munro reserve goalie Tevin Tomlinson came up big. Tomlinson saved two penalties in a row to put Frome on the back foot, while the Munro trio of Captain Xavier Hendricks, Carl Simpson, and Akeem Brown all scored. With Frome needing to score their fourth penalty to stay alive, tensions were high in the Munro camp.

Frome striker Alvin Blair walked up to the ball nervously, with his penalty hitting the post in the process, the Munro camp erupted in wild celebration with the 3-1 win.

The would be the second football competition Munro has won in 2 years, having won the U14 in 2007.

We would like to thank our Headmaster Mr. Gail, and all representatives of the Westmoreland Football Association for allowing the boys to take part in such a competition outside of the regular schoolboy season. Special thanks to Coach Hopeton Gilchrist, the driver Mr. Peter Morris, Ms. Opal Vassel, Mr. Keith Bell, and all the boys who made the sacrifice to play for Munro College. All Munronians and friends of Munro College who supported the team through out the competition many thanks to you.

We are now as it would seem, on the road to the Dacosta Cup.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro in WFA17 FINAL

Demari Stephens (Second from left) scores the opening goal with a well placed header.

Frome, Westmoreland- Munro College pressed their way into the final of the WFAU17 with a 2-1 win on penalties against Dunbars River FC.

Munro dominated through out, but found goals elusive. These difficulties were compounded by match officials, who failed to make calls against Dunbars River when infractions were committed on three separate occasions inside the area.

Striker Demari Stephens who had his best game yet opened the scoring for Munro with a header in the first several minutes of play.

Dunbars River FC who finished second to Reno FC in the other group were not content to roll over and die. With a pass that appeared offside, Dunbars River strikers raced toward goal forcing Munro goalie Lloyd Tyme to intercept, the subsequent rebound was converted and the score became 1-1. Despite bitter protest from the Munro camp, the controversial goal was allowed.

Munro were undaunted by the circumstances, and battered Dunbars River from pillar to post. Striker Demari Stephens got the easiest chance of the game, when Akeem Brown's cross eluded two defenders, but Stephens fired over the bar from close range.

The other striker Krishem Black made what looked like a match winning run, when he came down the left, cut inside, but the Dunbars River goalie made the save of the game to keep the score even.

With time expired, the match came down to penalties. Munro custodian Lloyd Tyme would be the hero, making 2 saves that would earn Munro College the 2-1 victory on penalties.

In the other semi-final Frome FC defeated Reno FC 5-4 on penalties after a 0-0 regulation scoreline.

The final will take place between Frome FC and Munro College at 3:00pm at the Frome Sports Ground on Saturday May 16,2009.


Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro March to Semi-Finals (WFA17)

Krishem Black (third from right) scores after solo run down the left.

Llandilo, Savannalamar- Many time schoolboy football champions Munro College put on a clinic of nifty passing and deft dribbles, easing past Negril FC 1-0.

With scoring chances abounding, Munro gave the small gathering something to cheer about, when regular substitute striker Krishem Black collected a pass on the left, ran towards goal slotting the ball calmly past the Negril FC goalie.

In other games Mount Grace FC garnered the upset of the round with a 2-0 win over Frome FC, erasing Frome's unbeaten run. Reno FC maintained their semi-finals position with a 0-0 draw against Dunbars River FC. Advancing to the semi-finals are Munro College, Reno FC, Frome FC, and Dunbars River FC.

Munro will face-off against Dunbars River in one Semi-Final, while Reno FC lock horns with upstarts Frome FC in the other semi-final on Saturday, May 9,2009 at Llandilo.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro take Aim at Semi-finals (WFAU17)

Xavier Hendricks (#10) attempts to Score with Header on Goal!

Llandilo, Savannalamar- Munro College need only a point in their WFA U17 encounter with Negril FC to advance to the May 9,2009 Semi-Finals.

In their most recent outing, Munro put in a workman like performance to secure a 0-0 draw against Frome FC in "The battle of Zone Winners".

Munro failed to find the net on two occasions. The first coming when 2007 Under 14 point man Amin Miller blasted a well timed volley on goal, forcing the Frome FC custodian to make a spectacular save. The second came when Miller's strike partner Demari Stevens, headed the ball from the far post to midfield magician Xavier Hendricks who headed directly at the Frome FC goalkeeper.

Frome FC had their moments as well. Munro's 6ft4" 16 year old Dacosta Cup reserve goalkeeper Lloyd Tyme, was flawless in executing the save of a Frome FC free-kick that found its way around the Munro College wall.

The result of this game extended the unbeaten record of both Munro College and Frome FC. Only one other team is unbeaten in the competition at this juncture; that other distinction belongs to Reno FC.

Munro will next play Negril FC on May 2,2009 at 11am at Llandilo.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro race to Lead with Wins (WFA U17)

From Left to Right: Carl Simpson, Demari Stephens, Akeen Royal, and Akeem Brown

Llandilo, Savannalamar- Munro College with an emphatic 5-0 and a knock down drag out 1-0 win over STRATHS FC and Roaring River FC respectively torpedoed to the top of Zone B with 15 points.

The boys from "the City set upon the Hill" had to play 2 games in a single day to make-up for time lost due to mock exams.

STRATHS FC were up first, and took a shellacking from an ominous Munro team. A brace from midfield magician Carl Simpson, and one a piece from striker Demari Stephens, Akeen Royal, and Akeem Brown produced the 5-0 outcome.

In the second game which occurred about 15 minutes later Munro were made to work hard for their win against a stubborn Roaring River FC. Tempers flared through out this eventful encounter, as the official failed to make calls in favour of Munro which would earn them penalties for infractions committed inside the Roaring River goal area. Munro peppered the Roaring River defence with attacking moves through Karl Simpson, Shaunovan Dezousa, Demari Stephens, Akeem Brown, Akeen Royal, Xavier Hendricks and Errol Davis.

Davis came close to scoring when his shot from inside the area beat the goalkeeper and ricocheted of the cross bar. Munro clinched the elusive winner when Royal collected a pass just inside the box and slotted past the Roaring River custodian.

Munro are now one game away from the semi-finals, "great work guys".

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro defeat Dunbars River FC 2-1 (WFA U17)

Goal Scorer Ryan "Blacka Shine" Dwyer

Llandilo, Westmoreland- Munro College joined Petersfield FC untop Zone B of the WFA U17 competition with a 2-1 win over second place Dunbars River FC.

Ryan Duwyer and Ackeen Royal got the goals for the winners.

Munro took the lead early when Dwyer scored from an attempted cross down the left. Munro added a second minutes later, when Ackeen Royal ran through the heart of the Dunbars River defence and tapped home.

Munro could have had a third goal when Amin Miller's shot from inside the area got out of the grasp of the goalie, but was not powerful enough to go over the goal line.

Dunbars River pulled one back in the second half when the match officials failed to make an offside call on two Dunbars River attackers.

Munro will next play third place Roaring River FC on April 8,2009 at 3pm at Llandilo.

Kevin Hutchinson

Team Manager

Munro and Petersfield FC draw 0-0

Savannalamar, Westmoreland- The Munro College U17 football team left the Llandilo Football Field fuming after point man Demari Stevens' header was adjudged offside from an Okeem Royal free-kick which curled beautifully around the Petersfield defensive wall.

Munro was no where near full strength as only 12 youngsters could make the trip for this match which was played on an outing weekend. Munro total dominated the first half against the group leaders and should have scored on 2 other occasions.

The first miss came from Chavez Anglin when headed wide from a cross that beat the Petersfield goalkeeper. Chrishem Black collected a pass from the right but failed to turn and shoot while unmarked in the box.

Had Munro won this game they would have assumed leadership of the zone. Munro now have six points from 4 games, but are in a good position having to play teams that are near the bottom of the group.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro defeat Russia 1-0 in WFA U17

Savannalamar, Westmoreland- Munro College moved within reach of the Zone Leadership with a 1-0 win over Russia in the WFA U17 Football tournament.

The diminutive Carl Simpson scored for Munro when he weaved his way through down the left and fired past the Russia custodian. Munro did not appear satisfied with the one goal cushion and missed several opportunities through Chrishem Black, Carl Simpson, and Amin Miller.

Munro have a game in hand and appear poised to lead the group.

Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Westmoreland FA U17 Fixtures

March 7, 2009
Munro College vs Whitehouse, Llandilo 11:00AM

March 14, 2009
Russia vs Munro College, Llandilo 11:00AM

March 21, 2009
Straths vs Munro College, Llandilo 12:00pm

March 28, 2009
Roaring River vs Munro College, Llandilo

April 04, 2009
Munro College vs Dunbars River, Llandilo 1:00pm

Munro enter Westmoreland FA U17 Competition

Savannalamar, Westmoreland- Munro College in an effort to develop the young football talent at that institution has entered the Westmoreland FA U17 tournament. Coach Hopeton Gilchrist has registeed a squad of 30 players ranging from U14 to Dacosta Cup.

In their 2 games so far the Munro College team displayed penach which has made them the talk of the town.

Munro played their first game against premier league outfit Reno FC without a large number of key players due to clashes with other sporting activities. They were unfortunate not to have clinched the win when a Shaunovan Dezousa scorcher from the outside right hit the cross bar, and the follow up oppurtunity was headed over the bar by striker Waldane Hampton. Substitute and U16 striker Chrishem Black made his way to the top of the Reno 18 yard box, but kicked powerfully into the hands of the goalkeeper. The game ended in a 0-0 score.

In their second match Munro continued to miss the imput of a number of key players due to half term holidays, but still managed to put in a decent performance to earn a 1-1 draw with Forever Sports courtesy of a Kenry Rowe free-kick.


Kevin Hutchinson
Team Manager

Munro Garner draws at Jonathan Hibbert Memorial Cup

Malvern, St. Elizabeth- Munro College came away with two 1-1 draws against Portland All Stars, and 2008 Dacosta Cup semi-finalists Lacovia High.

Ace striker Jermaine Samms displayed a mild return to form with a goal against Portland.

In the other game, Munro controlled play for the most part against Lacovia and were rewarded in the first half, when Safial Mason broke away down the right crossing to Allen Bell who made no mistake.

With the game 1-0 in Munro's favour Mason got into the box and was fouled by Lacovia central defender Oral Gray, but no penalty was given. With time ticking away Lacovia equalised from a goal mouth melee.

A number of Munro's players where selected for a second trial to take place at STETHS at 1:00PM. They are Jermaine Samms, Akeem Bowes, Odane Reid, Allen Bell, Kriswayne Wallace, Dayton Stuart, and Safial Mason.

Regards,
Kevin Hutchinson