Well, the Cats again gave it a go at a California team (American River out of Sacramento) and though we battled to the end, we couldn't put together 4 quarters of intensity. In the end, not doing the little things led to three straight losses to end the tournament. Getting up big to pass, finishing each throwing motion, converting on scoring chances, keeping our hips up on defense, leaving early for defense/offense, winning 50-50 balls...little things that if executed properly, end up in a victory.
There isn't much to say about the game itself without repeating some of the things I said in the Santa Barbara, United and Shores games. We did have a lot more kickouts in this game because we wouldn't finish our counter defense, but the play of Sean Sullivan in the cage (11 saves), in addition to good field blocking neuatralized most of the Am River advantages. Sean was named player of the game.
But this post shouldn't be all negative as we had a great week. We had a lot of fun and bothe the boys and coaches learned a lot about the next level of water polo. We didn't come out to win (although it would have been nice), we came out here to learn and get better. For the most part, I'm thrilled with our performance and as Coach P said, we had a lot of close games, which is encouraging. Hopefully sometime soon, we can come out here to win.
I'll calculate the stats and post them later, but I think it's safe to say that the goalies were the tournament MVP's for us. The defense was designed to funnel outside shots to the goalie and Jake and Sean did a great job giving our guys a chance to win every game.
The rumor is that there will be a "wrap party" in the coming weeks. I'm crossing my fingers that the rumor is true. Stay tuned.
Until then, big thanks go to the parents for making this all happen. The parents who made the trip did a phenomenal job keeping the coolers filled and the cheers loud. Props to Mrs. Maloney, Mo and Grandma Smith, the Bowers', the Buelter's, the Savio's, the Tanner's, Mr. and Timmy Adcock and of course the Lewis girls. Wouldn't have been the same without you! Have a great rest of the summer y'all.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Santa Barbara B 4 - JCWP 3
The Cats had their best defensive effort of the tournament, allowing a tournament low 4 goals. Jake Chisholm was player of the game yet again making some really good stops.
Usually, allowing only 4 goals would get us a win, but the Cats had very little fire on the offensive end, seemingly waiting for someone else to step up. I attribute this partyl to fatigue and partly due to the loss to United when we couldn't do anything. And when the offense isn't clicking, the boys tend to press which leads to poor passing, poor shot selection and lots of turnovers.
The lesson learned is that the officials aren't going to reward our efforts unless we are high in the water, making moves to the goal. Anything less and we find ourselves over-pressed and getting beaten down.
One more game for 11th in the Gold bracket. American River at West Valley at 12:10pm. Afterwards we hop on a 4pm flight and will be back in St. Louis sometime before midnight.
Usually, allowing only 4 goals would get us a win, but the Cats had very little fire on the offensive end, seemingly waiting for someone else to step up. I attribute this partyl to fatigue and partly due to the loss to United when we couldn't do anything. And when the offense isn't clicking, the boys tend to press which leads to poor passing, poor shot selection and lots of turnovers.
The lesson learned is that the officials aren't going to reward our efforts unless we are high in the water, making moves to the goal. Anything less and we find ourselves over-pressed and getting beaten down.
One more game for 11th in the Gold bracket. American River at West Valley at 12:10pm. Afterwards we hop on a 4pm flight and will be back in St. Louis sometime before midnight.
Monday, July 27, 2009
The Last Practice
All Cubs, Leopards, and Lions (and JCWP alums who happen to read this) are invited to an intrasquad scrimmage Tuesday night at Chaminade from 6:45 PM to 8:30 PM. There are no more league games, so this is the final event for this summer session. Please come!
United 6 - JCWP 0
United was far and away the most physical team we have played in this tournament and we more or less backed down when they got in our face. The officials commented after the game that our boys would have been rewarded for swimming through the holds and being high in the water. The way the game is called out here is all about rewarding position and effort. We had good position most of the time, but were so low in the water that the officials allowed United to be physical.
The biggest bright spot in the game again came from the goalie position as Jake Chisholm bailed out his teammates on numerous occasions. The final score would have been a lot worse had it not b en for Jake (obviously the POTG).
Despite our worst effort of the tournament, the boys are upbeat and ready to take it to Santa Barbara at 4pm. All agree that 4-3-1 has a nice ring to it.
We are now positioned to take between 9th and 12th in the Gold bracket (33rd - 36th place).
The biggest bright spot in the game again came from the goalie position as Jake Chisholm bailed out his teammates on numerous occasions. The final score would have been a lot worse had it not b en for Jake (obviously the POTG).
Despite our worst effort of the tournament, the boys are upbeat and ready to take it to Santa Barbara at 4pm. All agree that 4-3-1 has a nice ring to it.
We are now positioned to take between 9th and 12th in the Gold bracket (33rd - 36th place).
JCWP 6 - South Valley 5
Finding themselves down again going into the 4th, the Cats found their offensive stride and netted three unanswered goals to win the game in regulation. Lewis scored left-handed when he drove to the right post and buried an Adcock pass off a foul. Smith scored off of "K-Wood" the play we designed to get him open up top. Zach drew the foul and nailed the shot right-side high. Erlinger had the game winner from 2M off a sweep shot created by a great Kabance set pass.
The win kept us alive for the top spot in the gold bracket, which would be 25th overall. Currently we can finish no worse than 36th overall, which is the best finish JCWP has ever had at JO's.
The bad news is that we got down early again and had to fight back against a weaker team (again). As Coach Dale commented, the crash defense works if all 6 defenders are committed to it. Too often we get lazy and allow the 2M to get the ball or allow a shooter to shoot without.being pressured.
But, we switched to a press in the 4th to get our counter attack going, and the change disrupted South Valley's rhythm leadin to a 4th quarter shutout.
3rd star was Sam Erlinger who knotched two goals, including the game winner.
2nd star was John Lewis for two goals and an assist, one of which was a off-hand shot to the upper corner.
1st star was Sean "Snakes" Sullivan for his 7 saves, at least three of which were game savers in the 4th quarter.
Next up is United from Washington at 11:10am at Stanford. We scrimmaged this team earlier in the week and the boys are very confident that we can beat them.
The win kept us alive for the top spot in the gold bracket, which would be 25th overall. Currently we can finish no worse than 36th overall, which is the best finish JCWP has ever had at JO's.
The bad news is that we got down early again and had to fight back against a weaker team (again). As Coach Dale commented, the crash defense works if all 6 defenders are committed to it. Too often we get lazy and allow the 2M to get the ball or allow a shooter to shoot without.being pressured.
But, we switched to a press in the 4th to get our counter attack going, and the change disrupted South Valley's rhythm leadin to a 4th quarter shutout.
3rd star was Sam Erlinger who knotched two goals, including the game winner.
2nd star was John Lewis for two goals and an assist, one of which was a off-hand shot to the upper corner.
1st star was Sean "Snakes" Sullivan for his 7 saves, at least three of which were game savers in the 4th quarter.
Next up is United from Washington at 11:10am at Stanford. We scrimmaged this team earlier in the week and the boys are very confident that we can beat them.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
2nd Reminder for Final Week
Cubs - We will have one more practice Monday, July 27th from 5:30-6:45 PM. It will be a straight scrimmage. So come excited and ready to play.
There will be no games in the morning on that day.Leopards and Lions - You have practice Monday July 27th and Tuesday July 28th from 6:45-8:30. There will be no games for you this final week.
Any questions please contact
Coach Cutelli at ccutelli@pkwy.k12.mo.usThanksCoach Charlie
There will be no games in the morning on that day.Leopards and Lions - You have practice Monday July 27th and Tuesday July 28th from 6:45-8:30. There will be no games for you this final week.
Any questions please contact
Coach Cutelli at ccutelli@pkwy.k12.mo.usThanksCoach Charlie
jungle cats win in shootout
Facing another californi a b team, the cats knew they had to bring intensity for four quarters. Despite two early first quarter goals by opponent sacramento b, the cats locked down defensively, allowed one goal per remaining quarter. Running their usual crash defense, the cats were very active up top, generating many steal and forcing bad outside shots.
The offense got off to a slow start as passes were errant and shots either hit the goalie and barred out, but things started to turn in the third quarter as top defenders as top defenders started going "miles"(which means leaving early for offense), leading to break away oppurtunities and odd man rushes. Down two goals in the fourth, thomas morgan and john lewis came up big out of set with strong, aggressive moves and burrying their shots for goals, tying the game.
After regulation we went into a shootout where thomas morgan, zach smithn and sam erlinger converted on their five meter shots while sacramento was stone walled by jake chisholm in three straight shots.
The third star of the game was joe kabance for his great defensive effort, including bridging the opposing two meter down the whole pool exhausting him for the possession. The second star went to aaron adcock for once again being the offensive spark and getting the "miles" ball rolling in the third quarter. First star went to jake chisholm who made eight saves, including one big save in the shootout in addition to great counter attack passing.
Next game at 7:50 at stanford.
*transcribed by sean sullivan
The offense got off to a slow start as passes were errant and shots either hit the goalie and barred out, but things started to turn in the third quarter as top defenders as top defenders started going "miles"(which means leaving early for offense), leading to break away oppurtunities and odd man rushes. Down two goals in the fourth, thomas morgan and john lewis came up big out of set with strong, aggressive moves and burrying their shots for goals, tying the game.
After regulation we went into a shootout where thomas morgan, zach smithn and sam erlinger converted on their five meter shots while sacramento was stone walled by jake chisholm in three straight shots.
The third star of the game was joe kabance for his great defensive effort, including bridging the opposing two meter down the whole pool exhausting him for the possession. The second star went to aaron adcock for once again being the offensive spark and getting the "miles" ball rolling in the third quarter. First star went to jake chisholm who made eight saves, including one big save in the shootout in addition to great counter attack passing.
Next game at 7:50 at stanford.
*transcribed by sean sullivan
San Diego Shores B 11 - JCWP 7
One quarter of strong play was all Shores B needed to put the game out of reach for the Cats. That quarter was the second as a 3-2 first quarter Cats lead was erased by 5 unanswered goals on straight possessions from Shores B. Up 7-3 at halftime, all Shores had to do was match goals for the rest of the game to advance past the Cats.
The Cats showed great intensity in the first quarter and cruised to a lead behind great efforts from Joe Kabance and Sam Erlinger. But, we got too comfortable in the driver's seat and Shores came roaring back as the Cats defenders played with their hips down, allowing Shores to move the ball and get great shots off. With the short quarters (5 minutes) the four goal lead was hard to come back from.
Player of the game was Aaron Adcock who had a hat trick, displaying his explosiveness in the set. Next up is Dallas at 3:20pm.
The Cats showed great intensity in the first quarter and cruised to a lead behind great efforts from Joe Kabance and Sam Erlinger. But, we got too comfortable in the driver's seat and Shores came roaring back as the Cats defenders played with their hips down, allowing Shores to move the ball and get great shots off. With the short quarters (5 minutes) the four goal lead was hard to come back from.
Player of the game was Aaron Adcock who had a hat trick, displaying his explosiveness in the set. Next up is Dallas at 3:20pm.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Lamorinda 14 - JCWP 5
After a 6-0 start in favor of Lamorinda, the Cats raised their intensity level and played with the legendary local club the rest of the game. True to their reputation, Lamorinda was very fast, very aware and capitalized on most of the Jungle Cat turnovers. From the beginning, the experience and ability level of the Lamorinda boys was obvious and we appeared outmatched.
It was encouraging, however, to hear the boys comments in the postgame. Rather than saying "they were so good" or "we should have lost anyway", the boys were saying things like "we're a better team than that", "our effort should have been better" and "we need to set the tone at the beginning of the game, like they did to us." I think they recognize that even though we likely would lose to them the majority of the time, it's not winning or losing that matters, but how we play. I think they see that they need to raise their intensity level from the get-go and carry that intensity throughout the game.
Player of the game went to Thomas Morgan for his goal, assist and steal. Goalie Jake Chisholm had some nice saves along with accurate passing. John Lewis also turned in a solid performance at both ends.
It was a good first day, even though we ended up in the gold bracket. The goal going forward is to get some wins under our belt and finish in the top eight in the bottom bracket. That journey starts with a good game tomorrow morning.
San Diego Shores B tomorrow at 8:40AM at Stanford.
It was encouraging, however, to hear the boys comments in the postgame. Rather than saying "they were so good" or "we should have lost anyway", the boys were saying things like "we're a better team than that", "our effort should have been better" and "we need to set the tone at the beginning of the game, like they did to us." I think they recognize that even though we likely would lose to them the majority of the time, it's not winning or losing that matters, but how we play. I think they see that they need to raise their intensity level from the get-go and carry that intensity throughout the game.
Player of the game went to Thomas Morgan for his goal, assist and steal. Goalie Jake Chisholm had some nice saves along with accurate passing. John Lewis also turned in a solid performance at both ends.
It was a good first day, even though we ended up in the gold bracket. The goal going forward is to get some wins under our belt and finish in the top eight in the bottom bracket. That journey starts with a good game tomorrow morning.
San Diego Shores B tomorrow at 8:40AM at Stanford.
Final Week
Cubs - We will have one more practice Monday, July 27th from 5:30-6:45 PM. It will be a straight scrimmage. So come excited and ready to play. There will be no games in the morning on that day.
Leopards and Lions - You have practice Monday July 27th and Tuesday July 28th from 6:45-8:30. There will be no games for you this final week.
Any questions please contact Coach Cutelli at ccutelli@pkwy.k12.mo.us
Thanks
Coach Charlie
Leopards and Lions - You have practice Monday July 27th and Tuesday July 28th from 6:45-8:30. There will be no games for you this final week.
Any questions please contact Coach Cutelli at ccutelli@pkwy.k12.mo.us
Thanks
Coach Charlie
JCWP 5 - De Anza 5
The goal for the Cats was to come out hard early and put De Anza on their heels. We were ready and focused and came out blazing with three shots on our first possession. Unfortunatly, the De Anza goalie was up to the task all game and stumped the Cats early and often.
The Cats controlled the game for the most part, but we had trouble converting on our chances. We would get the ball in deep to 2M's Lewis, Morgan, Adcock and Erlinger, who would make a strong move toward the goal but would fire it into the goalie's arm.
De Anza scored 4 of their 5 goals in the first half, mostly from strong outside shots. There was some comlplacency from the Cats in the first half, but we locked it down in the second half, closing on outside shooters when they got into attacking position. Player of the game Joe Kabance led the defense with two steals from 2MD in addition to scoring the first goal.
Overall, we played a very good first game. We weren't intimidated by a California club and we really asserted ourselves at both ends of the pool. We were in the drivers seat most of the game and had two possessions at the end of the game that were very close to putting us over the top. Just a few more upper corner/halo shots and. That game was ours. Credit should go to De Anza's goalie for playing a tremendous games.
Lamorinda in 30 minutes. If we play like we did against De Anza, we will get second in our pool. Stay tuned...
The Cats controlled the game for the most part, but we had trouble converting on our chances. We would get the ball in deep to 2M's Lewis, Morgan, Adcock and Erlinger, who would make a strong move toward the goal but would fire it into the goalie's arm.
De Anza scored 4 of their 5 goals in the first half, mostly from strong outside shots. There was some comlplacency from the Cats in the first half, but we locked it down in the second half, closing on outside shooters when they got into attacking position. Player of the game Joe Kabance led the defense with two steals from 2MD in addition to scoring the first goal.
Overall, we played a very good first game. We weren't intimidated by a California club and we really asserted ourselves at both ends of the pool. We were in the drivers seat most of the game and had two possessions at the end of the game that were very close to putting us over the top. Just a few more upper corner/halo shots and. That game was ours. Credit should go to De Anza's goalie for playing a tremendous games.
Lamorinda in 30 minutes. If we play like we did against De Anza, we will get second in our pool. Stay tuned...
Friday, July 24, 2009
JCWP on Twitter
If you're not following the Jungle Cat's trip out in California on Twitter, then you're not a true J. Cat. 51 updates to date, multiple pictures every day, and even some witty comments by me.
Once the tournament starts on Saturday, you can expect detailed game summaries through this blog page with continued mini-updates via Twitter.
If you're new to Twitter, it's okay! You don't need to have an account to follow. Just visit www.twitter.com/jcatpolo. If you do have an account or want to join, you can set up to receive updates when I post something.
Thanks for thinking this is cool.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Practice July 21st
We will still be having practice for the Cubs from 5-6:45 this evening. It will be a great warmup for our games later in the evening.
Coach
Coach
Monday, July 20, 2009
CHANGES IN SCHEDULE FOR THIS WEEK PLEASE READ
Due to problems at MICDS and LADUE next week there have been some changes to the schedule for this week. Please see below for game times and LOCATIONS.
Monday, July 20th, 2009 stay as scheduled "B" games
6:45 PM Mad Dog Red vs. Flyers
7:35 PM Kirkwood vs. Women SLAP
8:25 PM JCWP Orange vs. Flyers
9:15 PM JCWP Green vs. Parkway
9:00 PM Mad Dog Red vs. SLAP at Clayton Shaw Park
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009 (These would be the "B" games that are scheduled for Monday July 27, 2009)
6:45 PM Mad Dog Red vs. Kirkwood
7:35 PM Flyers vs. Parkway
8:25 PM Kirkwood vs. JCWP Green
9:15 PM SLAP vs. JCWP Orange
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 (Previous "A" league schedule changes already announced)
6:45 PM Mad Dog vs. Jungle Cat Black
7:35 PM Mad Dog vs. Daisy 1
8:25 PM SLAP vs. Daisy 2
9:15 PM Jungle Cat Yellow vs. Daisy 1
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 At MICDS "A" level games
6:45 PM Mad Dog vs. JCWP Yellow
7:35 PM JCWP Black vs. Mad Dog
8:25 PM JCWP Black vs. Daisy 1
9:15 PM SLAP vs. Daisy 2
Monday, July 20th, 2009 stay as scheduled "B" games
6:45 PM Mad Dog Red vs. Flyers
7:35 PM Kirkwood vs. Women SLAP
8:25 PM JCWP Orange vs. Flyers
9:15 PM JCWP Green vs. Parkway
9:00 PM Mad Dog Red vs. SLAP at Clayton Shaw Park
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009 (These would be the "B" games that are scheduled for Monday July 27, 2009)
6:45 PM Mad Dog Red vs. Kirkwood
7:35 PM Flyers vs. Parkway
8:25 PM Kirkwood vs. JCWP Green
9:15 PM SLAP vs. JCWP Orange
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 (Previous "A" league schedule changes already announced)
6:45 PM Mad Dog vs. Jungle Cat Black
7:35 PM Mad Dog vs. Daisy 1
8:25 PM SLAP vs. Daisy 2
9:15 PM Jungle Cat Yellow vs. Daisy 1
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 At MICDS "A" level games
6:45 PM Mad Dog vs. JCWP Yellow
7:35 PM JCWP Black vs. Mad Dog
8:25 PM JCWP Black vs. Daisy 1
9:15 PM SLAP vs. Daisy 2
Friday, July 17, 2009
JCWP coaches look to stay afloat at Clayton Tournament
Jungle Cat Water Polo will once again be participating in the country's longest continuous outdoor tournament this weekend, the Clayton Senior Open. This year's squad will have a new twist from previous editions: nearly all of the club's coaches will be playing, along with some of the Black team and a few special alumni. If nothing else, it will be a great time but with a deep roster, the team is hoping to stay competitive throughout. The team kicks off the tournament tonight (Friday) at 6:50 vs. Clayton 'Tremors' and continues bracket play on Saturday at noon versus the legendary New York Athletic Club.
Roster
Kids - Dan "The Goezzel" Goeddel, Rob Golterman, Michael Hagerty, Daniel Pike, Marty Ruzicka, Nick Keao
Distinguished Alumni - Matt Hohenberger, Michael O'Neill, John Heafner (in spirit)
Coaches - John Penilla, Tom Milford, Charlie Cutelli, Tim Dale, Jake Meyer, Max Wurm, Conner Keefe, Danny Faust, Steve Sigman
Updates to be posted via our Twitter feed at twitter.com/jcatpolo.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
16’s go 2-0 on the evening
First Game: 16’s 14 – SLAP 10
Player of the game Jake Chisholm made a ton of saves when his team needed him, plus his passing was the best it’s been all summer. In general, the offense is looking very good. We are aggressive and we are getting really good at moving the ball down to the wing and generating ball-side drives. SLAP had some strong players (read: older) and the youthful Cats went in fearless and did a good job not letting their best players beat us.
Second Game: 16’s 10 – Mad Dog 9 (OT)
The second game of the evening was a little sloppier as we generally outplayed Mad Dog the entire game, but too often gave up bad goals by making what Coach Baud calls the “wrong mistake”. Mistakes are okay, but we need to a better job in making the less costly mistake (such as overplaying the 2M in a crash rather than the perimeter players, or staying on the guy closest to the goal rather than press the ball, or driving the wrong way instead of not driving at all, or missing low on 6-on-5 passes rather than missing high). Making mistakes is part of polo (and life) we just need to figure out how to minimize the impact of making a mistake by being in the right position.
Also, hips starting dropping and there was a lot of bouncing on the ground in this game. A lot of fatigue is mental and we need to force ourselves to reinforce good habits when we are tired (As Joe Kabance pointed out, rest on your stomach, not your back, because at least you are resting in good position).
Three important plays of note in the 4th quarter: down two, our 7th goal was scored by Thomas Morgan off of a hole pass created by a great wing out and shrug move by Aaron Adcock, our 8th goal was scored near-side low by Zach Smith off an aggressive drive, and our 9th goal (and go-ahead goal at the time) was scored by Sam Erlinger on an aggressive move in the hole. Those three plays wouldn’t have happened a month ago, we’re really improving.
Two POTGs…the first being Thomas Morgan for being the offensive catalyst in the 4th quarter when we were down 3 goals, and for scoring the game winner in overtime…the second being Sean Sullivan for repeating Jake’s performance in the first game, making the saves he needed to make (plus some ones that maybe he shouldn’t have) on top of really good passing.
Being down 8-5 going into the fourth, we scored 4 unanswered and almost shut out Mad Dog for the win but for one defensive lapse at the end of the 4th quarter. This team has shown the ability to completely shut teams down, but has yet shown the focus and the intensity to do so for 4 quarters. We need to do that in California if we want to be successful.
Player of the game Jake Chisholm made a ton of saves when his team needed him, plus his passing was the best it’s been all summer. In general, the offense is looking very good. We are aggressive and we are getting really good at moving the ball down to the wing and generating ball-side drives. SLAP had some strong players (read: older) and the youthful Cats went in fearless and did a good job not letting their best players beat us.
Second Game: 16’s 10 – Mad Dog 9 (OT)
The second game of the evening was a little sloppier as we generally outplayed Mad Dog the entire game, but too often gave up bad goals by making what Coach Baud calls the “wrong mistake”. Mistakes are okay, but we need to a better job in making the less costly mistake (such as overplaying the 2M in a crash rather than the perimeter players, or staying on the guy closest to the goal rather than press the ball, or driving the wrong way instead of not driving at all, or missing low on 6-on-5 passes rather than missing high). Making mistakes is part of polo (and life) we just need to figure out how to minimize the impact of making a mistake by being in the right position.
Also, hips starting dropping and there was a lot of bouncing on the ground in this game. A lot of fatigue is mental and we need to force ourselves to reinforce good habits when we are tired (As Joe Kabance pointed out, rest on your stomach, not your back, because at least you are resting in good position).
Three important plays of note in the 4th quarter: down two, our 7th goal was scored by Thomas Morgan off of a hole pass created by a great wing out and shrug move by Aaron Adcock, our 8th goal was scored near-side low by Zach Smith off an aggressive drive, and our 9th goal (and go-ahead goal at the time) was scored by Sam Erlinger on an aggressive move in the hole. Those three plays wouldn’t have happened a month ago, we’re really improving.
Two POTGs…the first being Thomas Morgan for being the offensive catalyst in the 4th quarter when we were down 3 goals, and for scoring the game winner in overtime…the second being Sean Sullivan for repeating Jake’s performance in the first game, making the saves he needed to make (plus some ones that maybe he shouldn’t have) on top of really good passing.
Being down 8-5 going into the fourth, we scored 4 unanswered and almost shut out Mad Dog for the win but for one defensive lapse at the end of the 4th quarter. This team has shown the ability to completely shut teams down, but has yet shown the focus and the intensity to do so for 4 quarters. We need to do that in California if we want to be successful.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Flyers outlast Jungle Cat Green
Heading into the game Jungle Cat Green did not know what to expect. Challenging a bigger and definitely older Flyers team Jungle Cat Green had a lot in store for these Goliaths. After a quick pep talk from their coaches they took it right at the giants. Leading 3-2 after the first quarter with only one sub Jungle Cat Green looked great. It was a back and forth struggle and was 8-6 with about 4 minutes left in the 4th quarter in favor of the Flyers. Green scored one more goal as Justin swam in on a breakaway, picked the ball up with his off hand, faked and scored. Fatigue set in and the final score was 12-7 Flyers. It was a great game by Green. They played great defense anchored by 2 meter defender Chris "I played 4 quarters and I'm not even winded" Kennedy and on the offensive front by double trouble....Michael Sigman and Darrian Castro. There were a couple of miscues in our movement of the ball down the pool. The first rule of passing is eye contact and on 7-8 occassions we threw the ball away because no one was looking for a pass even though they were open and should have been. Both coaches were very happy with the way their crew played. Keep up the good work.
Coach Cutelli
Coach Cutelli
More Scheduling & Clayton
Beginning Tuesday, July 21, the Lions and remaining Leopards will practice during the Leopards practice time, 6:45 PM to 8:30 PM, through the rest of the summer. (Thus, there will be no practice from 8:30 PM to 10:15 PM.) The dates are July 21, 23, 27, and 28. The last games for the A league are July 29, although the times have yet to be determined and the location may not be MICDS. Check here for more information.
The last games for the B league are July 27. The games are scheduled, but again the location may not be MICDS. The last Cubs practice is next Thursday, July 23.
The last games for the B league are July 27. The games are scheduled, but again the location may not be MICDS. The last Cubs practice is next Thursday, July 23.
Clayton Sr. Open Schedule -- Friday @ 6:50, Saturday @ Noon; further games TBA
Monday, July 13, 2009
Special Schedule for Thursday, July 16 (posted again)
All of this will take place at Chaminade. Please arrive at the time listed to warm up.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Orange vs. Green (If the Kittens do not have a game that night, they should plan to play in this game.)
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM 16U practice
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM 16U vs. Yellow
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM 16U / John's All-Stars scrimmage
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM John's All-Stars vs. Black
Black may have additional practice after the game.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Orange vs. Green (If the Kittens do not have a game that night, they should plan to play in this game.)
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM 16U practice
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM 16U vs. Yellow
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM 16U / John's All-Stars scrimmage
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM John's All-Stars vs. Black
Black may have additional practice after the game.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Jungle Cats 18 and Unders Finish Strong in Chicago
The older cats continued their domination of the Lyons Township Invitational Tournament, winning their last game 14-4. Once again they got off to a sluggish start but began pressing which created plenty of turnovers. In front of a racous home crowd, the Cats ran away with the game against Lyons.
All in all, the tournament was a great success. The first club we played had ended up 8th in Illinois this past season, the club from Michigan contained multiple members from the state championship team of last year, and the final club we played ended up 4th in Illinois this past season. The coach I spoke with was most impressed with our ability to press. He said his team was used to a press but that ours overwhelmed them and they could not do anything. Coming away from the tournament I concluded that we are not a flashy group of water polo players. We play hard-nosed, fundamentally sound water polo. We work hard to get kick outs and score goals. It is evident that our style of polo is successful as we continue to win. A special thanks to the parents that chaperoned the trip and congratulate the group that represented Jungle Cats well.
Coach C
All in all, the tournament was a great success. The first club we played had ended up 8th in Illinois this past season, the club from Michigan contained multiple members from the state championship team of last year, and the final club we played ended up 4th in Illinois this past season. The coach I spoke with was most impressed with our ability to press. He said his team was used to a press but that ours overwhelmed them and they could not do anything. Coming away from the tournament I concluded that we are not a flashy group of water polo players. We play hard-nosed, fundamentally sound water polo. We work hard to get kick outs and score goals. It is evident that our style of polo is successful as we continue to win. A special thanks to the parents that chaperoned the trip and congratulate the group that represented Jungle Cats well.
Coach C
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Chicago Cats Hold on for Victory Against Michigan
In the toughest challenge of the day the Cats won their second game of the day 10 to 7. Ann Arbor befuddled the Cats with some different offensive schemes. The Cats settled as the game was back and forth with a lot grabbing from the opponent. In the end good fundamental water polo won out.
Chicago Cats Win Big
It was a tense first three minutes as the Jungle Cats battled with Lakeshore and were tied one to one. They couldn't get anything going until they shook off the car rust and took over. The final score was 15 to 4. It was a great defensive effort that turned into turnover after turnover. We drew two five meters and 5 kickouts. The opposing coach was very impressed with our press. That was the gameplan and it worked out well we play again at 1.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Special Schedule for Thursday, July 16
All of this will take place at Chaminade. Please arrive at the time listed to warm up.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Orange vs. Green (If the Kittens do not have a game that night, they should plan to play in this game.)
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM 16U practice
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM 16U vs. Yellow
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM 16U / John's All-Stars scrimmage
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM John's All-Stars vs. Black
Black may have additional practice after the game.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Orange vs. Green (If the Kittens do not have a game that night, they should plan to play in this game.)
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM 16U practice
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM 16U vs. Yellow
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM 16U / John's All-Stars scrimmage
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM John's All-Stars vs. Black
Black may have additional practice after the game.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Black team remains undefeated, squeaks by Daisy
The Jungle Cat Black team continued its strong play in the summer league with an 8-5 victory over Daisy. This was by far the closest game so far for the Cats, but they responded well to the competition. Despite some confusion early in the game matching up with 2M's, the team was able to build a lead thanks to strong play by Player of the Game Marty "Big Game, No Practice" Ruzicka and Michael Hagerty. Coach Tim remarked after the game, though, that the team seemed to play with spurts of apathy and excitement. He left the huddle challenging the team to keep its focus for an entire game.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Recent Schedule Changes
14 and under league for this Thursday July 09:
6 PM JCWP Kittens vs. Mad Dog at Ladue
B league changes for Monday July 13:
6:45 PM Kirkwood vs. JCWP Orange at MICDS
9:15 PM JCWP Green vs. Flyers at MICDS
A League changes for Wednesday July 15:
6:45 PM SLAP vs. Jungle Cat 16
7:35 PM Jungle Cat Yellow vs. Daisy 2
8:25 PM Mad Dog vs. Jungle Cat 16
9:15 PM Jungle Cat Black vs. Daisy 1
A League changes for Wednesday July 22:
6:45 PM Mad Dog vs. Jungle Cat Black
9:15 PM Jungle Cat Yellow vs. Daisy 1
The last week of July 27th we will need to move to another pool for the A and B leagues. More information to follow.
6 PM JCWP Kittens vs. Mad Dog at Ladue
B league changes for Monday July 13:
6:45 PM Kirkwood vs. JCWP Orange at MICDS
9:15 PM JCWP Green vs. Flyers at MICDS
A League changes for Wednesday July 15:
6:45 PM SLAP vs. Jungle Cat 16
7:35 PM Jungle Cat Yellow vs. Daisy 2
8:25 PM Mad Dog vs. Jungle Cat 16
9:15 PM Jungle Cat Black vs. Daisy 1
A League changes for Wednesday July 22:
6:45 PM Mad Dog vs. Jungle Cat Black
9:15 PM Jungle Cat Yellow vs. Daisy 1
The last week of July 27th we will need to move to another pool for the A and B leagues. More information to follow.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
JCWP Green Victorious over Mad Dog Red
WOW!! The JCWP Green team improved their record to 3-1. They defeated the Mad Dog Red team 9-2 last night. It was by far the best game the team has played all year. They were in true championship form. The highlight was the defensive effort. Players were press blocking and playing in the passing lanes, true to form. This lead to turnover after turnover, which in turn lead to counterattack goals. If Green can play like they did the rest of the summer the sky is the limit.
Coach C
Coach C
Monday, July 6, 2009
Chicago Tournament
Lyons Township Water Polo Tournament July 11th, 2009 Information:
BEFORE WE LEAVE FOR CHICAGO, PLEASE COMPLETE A RELEASE FORM. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO TRAVEL TO CHICAGO WITOUT COMPLETING & TURNING IN THIS FORM.
YOU CAN FIND THIS FORM AT – http://www.geocities.com/junglecatpolo/release.pdf
You may either email it to me (ccutelli@pkwy.k12.mo.us) or print it out and hand it in.
Please meet at St. James the Greater Parish (1360 Tamm Ave, 63139) at 5:30 am on Saturday morning. We will plan on being on the road by 5:45 am. You should bring breakfast, snacks, drinks, etc as we want to minimize our stops on the way up there. Our game schedule is below. We plan on leaving the pool immediately after the final game and will either eat prior to getting on the road or will stop for a quick bite.
The coach going on the trip is Charlie Cutelli (314.541.4704). He will be driving along with the Meyer family. If you need to get a hold of me please feel free to call my cell phone.
I am looking for another parent driver to drive three more athletes. If you can help out I would appreciate it.
Lakeshore vs. Jungle Cats 11:20 AM
Ann Arbor vs. Jungle Cats 1:00 PM
Lyons vs. Jungle Cats 4:20 PM
Cost of the trip per athlete: $55.00 (Please make check payable to Charlie Cutelli). Lunch, dinner, etc. are not included in this fee.
BEFORE WE LEAVE FOR CHICAGO, PLEASE COMPLETE A RELEASE FORM. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO TRAVEL TO CHICAGO WITOUT COMPLETING & TURNING IN THIS FORM.
YOU CAN FIND THIS FORM AT – http://www.geocities.com/junglecatpolo/release.pdf
You may either email it to me (ccutelli@pkwy.k12.mo.us) or print it out and hand it in.
Please meet at St. James the Greater Parish (1360 Tamm Ave, 63139) at 5:30 am on Saturday morning. We will plan on being on the road by 5:45 am. You should bring breakfast, snacks, drinks, etc as we want to minimize our stops on the way up there. Our game schedule is below. We plan on leaving the pool immediately after the final game and will either eat prior to getting on the road or will stop for a quick bite.
The coach going on the trip is Charlie Cutelli (314.541.4704). He will be driving along with the Meyer family. If you need to get a hold of me please feel free to call my cell phone.
I am looking for another parent driver to drive three more athletes. If you can help out I would appreciate it.
Lakeshore vs. Jungle Cats 11:20 AM
Ann Arbor vs. Jungle Cats 1:00 PM
Lyons vs. Jungle Cats 4:20 PM
Cost of the trip per athlete: $55.00 (Please make check payable to Charlie Cutelli). Lunch, dinner, etc. are not included in this fee.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
There IS practice tonight!
I have received some emails wondering about practice...all three groups have practice tonight at the regular time!
JCWP 16's 11 - Daisy 8
The 16's got off to a rough start allowing two goals early in the first quarter, but one strong characteristic of this team is that they never quit. We started to clamp down defensively, forcing outside shots and creating steals off hole passes. Shot-clock awareness was good as we were not getting beat on counter-attack and we ourselves created some counter-attack opportunities by leaving early. Both goalies were solid, especially Sean Sullivan in the passing department, and only two more goals were allowed in the second and third quarters, giving the 16's a 8-4 lead going into the 4th.
The 4th quarter was not our best effort as we are prone to letting teams back into games. Daisy came out firing with three goals early to bring the score to 8-7. Two of the goals came on counter-attacks as the 16's lost the shot-clock awareness they displayed in the first three quarters. Two more goals were traded and the 16's were looking at a 9-8 lead when Sam Erlinger decided that enough was enough. I believe Sam scored the last three goals by being aggressive, winging out to get the ball, turning his defender and attacking the goal. Sam was named POTG and we expect him to bring his 4th quarter aggressiveness to every game from now on.
The offense looked it's best last night because we had many more members of the "wing-out club". Daniel Maloney and Zach Smith were joined by Michael Savio, Sam Erlinger, Michael Bowers and Thomas Morgan. I believe we will be performing at our highest level when all 12 field players have joined the club. When we get the ball out of the goalie's hands early and move it down to the wing, good things happen.
The 4th quarter was not our best effort as we are prone to letting teams back into games. Daisy came out firing with three goals early to bring the score to 8-7. Two of the goals came on counter-attacks as the 16's lost the shot-clock awareness they displayed in the first three quarters. Two more goals were traded and the 16's were looking at a 9-8 lead when Sam Erlinger decided that enough was enough. I believe Sam scored the last three goals by being aggressive, winging out to get the ball, turning his defender and attacking the goal. Sam was named POTG and we expect him to bring his 4th quarter aggressiveness to every game from now on.
The offense looked it's best last night because we had many more members of the "wing-out club". Daniel Maloney and Zach Smith were joined by Michael Savio, Sam Erlinger, Michael Bowers and Thomas Morgan. I believe we will be performing at our highest level when all 12 field players have joined the club. When we get the ball out of the goalie's hands early and move it down to the wing, good things happen.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Black team -- 1 game only at 6:45
Surprise, surprise. The schedule has changed for the Black team tonight (W, 7/1/09).
We only have 1 game tonight, and it is at 6:45 against SLAP. Should be a good game. PLEASE COME!
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