Farsenal's slim title hopes took a huge hit on Monday night with boss Raelene Janes rejecting the clubs push for a place in the Wednesday night league.
Farsenal are now resigned to joining a waiting list of teams for the Wednesday night competition.
But in better news for the embattled club, Janes has offered Farsenal a place in the less prestigious Monday night league. However, they are not permitted to join the competition until March 19.
It is a bitter pill to swallow for Farsenal who claim they were promised a place in the Wednesday night comp at the end of 2006.
"They indicated to us after the grand final that we would always be welcomed back," a dejected Sam Kelly said on Tuesday.
"It was a case of 'just let us know when your ready to play and we'll slot you straight in'."
"We have been very loyal to the competition over the past two years and this is really a kick in the guts."
But Farsenal will attempt to make up ground and with its star studded squad, it should be able to make a quick climb up the table.
"It would be good if we got a cheap fours competition group," Kelly joked.
Farsenal 2007 squad.
1. Justin Rea
2. David Janissen
8. Sam Kelly
9. Sean Murdoch
14. Andrew Tucker
?. Tim Richardson
?. Benny (Richo's mate)
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Farse fill squad
A glamourous ceremony at its Morgan St HQ has been the stage for Farsenal to announce its latest signings for the 2007 BCF&F league season.
Captain Sam Kelly and CEO Kevin Jackson, via satelite from the USA, were on hand to unveil midfielder Andrew Tucker and goalkeeper Justin Rea as the clubs newest recruits.The announcements come just days before Farsenal's season opener next Wednesday.
Kelly said the signings were great news for the club.
"As a club, we are continuing to look forward and I think these two guys are only going to help take us in that direction," he said.
It has taken the Reds a while, but they have finally landed the signature of Tucker, a player who has been in the sights of Farsenal scouts since early 2006.
And Tucker admitted he couldn't wait for the season to start.
"I've barracked for Arsenal my whole life, and although I couldn't quite play for them, I guess playing for Farsenal is the next best thing," he said.
Tucker even felt ready to take on Kelly in the fashion stakes, claiming he has already bought white futsal shoes.
"He better be able to play," Kelly joked.
But on a serious note, Kelly was pleased the club had been able to secure a replacement for Brad Jackson, although Rea had only been signed on a part time contract.
"Justin won't be full time, unfortunately", he said. "He has indicated to us that he may be unavailable some nights, but sometimes you have to work around problems like that if you want to bring quality players to the club."
However, many are criticising Farsenal's methods of luring the former Sebastopol defender to the club on a free transfer.
Farsenal are believed to have signed Rea while he was intoxicated at an O week function.
The club denies the claims.
In other news, Farsenal defender Sean Murdoch has sent a scare through the Red's camp just days out from the season opener, complaining of an injured ankle after Wednesday nights pub crawl.
Murdoch, who looms as a key player in Farsenal's defence this year, has a history of ankle injuries.But Farsenal's club doctor has indicated that the "slight sprain" had not swolen up as much as expected and Murdoch should play in the season opener.
Farsenal denies the injury was a result of alcohol.
Captain Sam Kelly and CEO Kevin Jackson, via satelite from the USA, were on hand to unveil midfielder Andrew Tucker and goalkeeper Justin Rea as the clubs newest recruits.The announcements come just days before Farsenal's season opener next Wednesday.
Kelly said the signings were great news for the club.
"As a club, we are continuing to look forward and I think these two guys are only going to help take us in that direction," he said.
It has taken the Reds a while, but they have finally landed the signature of Tucker, a player who has been in the sights of Farsenal scouts since early 2006.
And Tucker admitted he couldn't wait for the season to start.
"I've barracked for Arsenal my whole life, and although I couldn't quite play for them, I guess playing for Farsenal is the next best thing," he said.
Tucker even felt ready to take on Kelly in the fashion stakes, claiming he has already bought white futsal shoes.
"He better be able to play," Kelly joked.
But on a serious note, Kelly was pleased the club had been able to secure a replacement for Brad Jackson, although Rea had only been signed on a part time contract.
"Justin won't be full time, unfortunately", he said. "He has indicated to us that he may be unavailable some nights, but sometimes you have to work around problems like that if you want to bring quality players to the club."
However, many are criticising Farsenal's methods of luring the former Sebastopol defender to the club on a free transfer.
Farsenal are believed to have signed Rea while he was intoxicated at an O week function.
The club denies the claims.
In other news, Farsenal defender Sean Murdoch has sent a scare through the Red's camp just days out from the season opener, complaining of an injured ankle after Wednesday nights pub crawl.
Murdoch, who looms as a key player in Farsenal's defence this year, has a history of ankle injuries.But Farsenal's club doctor has indicated that the "slight sprain" had not swolen up as much as expected and Murdoch should play in the season opener.
Farsenal denies the injury was a result of alcohol.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Hey guys, I have spent the last half an hour or so browsing through your blogs. They are all very amusing, I must say. I thought it might be an idea for me to perhaps keep you up to date with the Farse through this medium.
FARSE RETAIN JANISSEN
Farsenal's title hopes recieved a boost today with the club announcing it had secured the services of star David Janissen for the 2007 season. Janissen is believed to have made a verbal committment to captain Sam Kelly, with a deal likely to be completed in the coming days. It is a coup for the Farse with Janissen roumered to be leaving the club late last season.
However, Farsenal are still waiting on an answer from Andrew Tucker, who was offered a lucrative contract last week. The club is yet to approach a goalkeeper, but Kelly assured supporters that Farsenal were looking to seal a deal as early as next week. Justin Rea is believed to be the Red's prefered choice.
And in other news, Farsenal utility Tim Richardson has taken club matters into his own hands. Reportedly unhappy with both Farsenal's traditional Arsenal shirt, and the clubs "away" Manchester City strip, Richardson is believed to be looking into the prospect of the club wearing Inter Milan shirts for the 2007 season. A text message has been leaked to the media from Richardson to Kelly asking for the location of "Only Sport", Farsenal's official apparel supplier.
There has been no announcment from the club and it denies looking into a third strip. Farsenal is the only team in the BCF&F league with a clash strip.
Hope that keeps you guys up to speed with the mighty Farse. Im looking forward to writing the reports so look out for them. I think I will go and see Raelene on Monday night and tell her we want to start on the 28th of February.
I might also try and get some pics of the new Farsenal HQ. 9 Morgan St Sebas. Its quite a nice place and we have all moved in. Only thing is the TV isn't working so we will have to get that fixed up before we start living there when O week starts next week.
Hope all is well, and I hope to hear from you all soon!
Sam
FARSE RETAIN JANISSEN
Farsenal's title hopes recieved a boost today with the club announcing it had secured the services of star David Janissen for the 2007 season. Janissen is believed to have made a verbal committment to captain Sam Kelly, with a deal likely to be completed in the coming days. It is a coup for the Farse with Janissen roumered to be leaving the club late last season.
However, Farsenal are still waiting on an answer from Andrew Tucker, who was offered a lucrative contract last week. The club is yet to approach a goalkeeper, but Kelly assured supporters that Farsenal were looking to seal a deal as early as next week. Justin Rea is believed to be the Red's prefered choice.
And in other news, Farsenal utility Tim Richardson has taken club matters into his own hands. Reportedly unhappy with both Farsenal's traditional Arsenal shirt, and the clubs "away" Manchester City strip, Richardson is believed to be looking into the prospect of the club wearing Inter Milan shirts for the 2007 season. A text message has been leaked to the media from Richardson to Kelly asking for the location of "Only Sport", Farsenal's official apparel supplier.
There has been no announcment from the club and it denies looking into a third strip. Farsenal is the only team in the BCF&F league with a clash strip.
Hope that keeps you guys up to speed with the mighty Farse. Im looking forward to writing the reports so look out for them. I think I will go and see Raelene on Monday night and tell her we want to start on the 28th of February.
I might also try and get some pics of the new Farsenal HQ. 9 Morgan St Sebas. Its quite a nice place and we have all moved in. Only thing is the TV isn't working so we will have to get that fixed up before we start living there when O week starts next week.
Hope all is well, and I hope to hear from you all soon!
Sam
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