Finishing strong: in life and in floorball

Calling all Innebandy!Co Elite's player,

Penang Floorball League 2011 Division 1 is all about giving your best, picking up yourself when you fall and most importantly finishing strong in every game! I hope this video inspires you to play hard cuz it reli inspired me! Lets fight until the end!

There was a great coach telling his team this: "it doesn't matter how many times you fall, it only matters how many times you pick yourself up"

Coach

Player of the Month: March [Female]

Full Name:

Cheah Pei Yi

Date of birth:

8 October 1995

Number of years played:

4 including this year.

Position on court:

Defender

Stick:

Salming Zeta 30 [Left Shooter]

Number of sticks:

2

Most admired floorball player:

Deswyn - because he can play well even with an injury in his knee.

Best/Favourite teammate(s):

Charmaine, Sally, Winnie - We can communicate well and they help to build the team up very well.

How do you feel having been selected as Innebandy!Co's "Player of the Month"?

Very grateful and excited.

If you could choose your jersey number, what would it be and why?

17 ! because 1 + 7 = 8 and 8 is my birth date.

Favourite song during physical:

Grenade - Bruno Mars

Most memorable moment in floorball:

Being selected to join Team Elite even though it is my 1st year joining Innebandy!Co .

Anything you want to tell floorballers in Penang?

Always give your best, no matter in what you do. Just don't give up till the end. Its all in the head. =D

Deswyn Wan [Team Livestrong Coach] :

“Pei Yi oh pei yi, I really love her mail address. Cute. She is obviously the strongest and toughest female player in Innebandy!Co, some say Innebabes, MGS and Penang too. =) I would really like to know her secret/training regime which makes her that. I really enjoy watching her play on court. The way she takes down her opponent also ada UMPH….the way she moves the ball…NICE…the way the take a shot…POWER! I hope you will continue to influence and encourage other female players that they can play as hard and as good as guys too. Quitting in Unthinkable.”

Sam Teoh [Team Elite Coach] :

"To me, she's the "Great Wall of Innebabes!Co". She's one tough defender that will make her opponents work their lungs off just to score. She's responsible and a reliable captain of the team which the coaches can count on. No doubt the star defender contributed alot to the team winning the ladies category during Wave Challenge2011."

Player of the Month: March [Male]

Full Name:

Ooi Kay Jyn

Date of Birth:

18 December 1988

Number of years played:

I started late 2006, I played for half a year. Then I 'MIA-ed' till last September.

Position On Court:

Centre

Stick:

Fatpipe Hog 27 [Left Shooter]

Number of sticks:

2

Most admired floorball player:

None so far.

Best/Favourite Teammate(s):

Joseph and Radin, they constantly feed me to score.

How do you feel having been selected as Innebandy!Co's 'Player of the Month'?

Shocked and surprised.

If you could choose your jersey number, what would it be and why ?

My handphone number if I could. HAHA. =P

18, for the fun of it.

Favourite song during physical training:

Grenade - Bruno Mars

Most memorable moment in floorball:

Youthwave 2007, I had alot of fun. It made my adrenaline rush.

Anything you want to tell the floorballers in Penang?
Train hard and be patient. The ball will come to you.

Deswyn Wan [Team Livestrong Coach] :

"He is one person I enjoy coaching most because you can see the fruits of your labour. I see improvement in his plays every single week. He is the most hardworking player on court period. For me, he is a rock which will turn into a fine diamond soon IF he continues to practice and apply the 3ICs and the 7LOV. It’s also nice to have a bubbly and cheerful person in the team, he really made a difference in the club. All the best for your future games Kay Jyn! =) Continue to be creative."

Sam Teoh [Team Elite Coach] :

"I would like to label him as the "Red Bull" of Innebandy, due to his burst of runs on court. He is a very quick and aggressive player to play with. Finally, he's breaking his limit and I can see alot coming out from him. His learning curve will definitely continue to rise and hopefully there will be no stopping until he makes it into Team Elite!"

Farewell Address: Valerie Yentl Tan

It has been a pleasure to be playing for Innebandy!Co for 7 years. I still can remember the time when Innebandy!Co just started off. There was very few girl players and I was one of them. We were called Blazing Eagles at that time. Innebandy!Co has brought me up to be the Floorball player I am today. I’ve went through many ups and downs, especially during Wavechallenge (Girls’ category). Innebabes has never won any medals until the 3^rd or 4^th year of Wavechallenge. I’m very proud to be an Innebandian and Innebabe. As the years go on, many of the girls had to go off for further studies, leaving me the youngest girl player in the team back then. It was really sad that I could not compete in the girls category anymore. Nevertheless, I got the chance to train harder and played together with the boys. Throughout my 3/4 years in Innebandy!Co after Kao Cui Lin left, I was the last girl standing. It was until this year, more girls and boys started to join and stayed committed to Innebandy!Co .

I’m really glad to see the team growing in numbers and stronger physically and mentally every week. It’s a privilege to be part of this team. I truly appreciate everything and I want to thank Innebandy!Co for rising me up to be the Floorball player I am today. Thank you!

By the way, I’m currently studying in Curtin University of Sarawak. I’m taking Foundation in Engineering and Science. My course will last for 10 months. I hope to be back for Division 1, if possible. All the best to Division 2, Team LiveSTRONG and Innebabes and also to Division 1, Team Elite. God Bless.

Valerie.

Farewell Address: Ephraim Teh

Dear Innebandiens, I write this now with a heavier heart (and probably body) than i would have, should i have contrived to remain in Penang. In case any of you were wondering why I've suddenly disappeared from training, the answer is simple : I've decided to continue my studies in Curtin University, Miri, Sarawak. The place and people here are very good and "user-friendly" but that alone cannot fill the gaping hole in my heart where Floorball used to reside. You see, I really really really really really x 100000000 miss floorball! =( i think about floorball when i'm eating, whenever i lose focus in class(haha), before i sleep, and even in the bathroom. x) Anyway, the purpose I write to you is to encourage and urge you to continue pursuing the perfection of this game we all love. It's been a bit more than a week since I've last held my Canadien Rifle and it really feels like a part of me is missing. I also would like to remind you to uphold the 3IC's and to obey the 7 Laws of Victory in our endeavour to achieve greatness. =)

For those competing in the upcoming Penang League, regardless of Division, I ask that you would put in 200% into your training, both on and off the court, as part of your Independent Culture! As sick as this sounds, I actually miss the physicals we have fortnightly. Don't give up when the going seems tough! It's worth it to see that perfect pass arrive at your partner's blade, or to watch the ball whizz past the keeper(Lin Ken ;D) into the net. Few things exhilarate my mind and body more than the adrenaline pumping through my veins during a high-octane match. Playing floorball makes me feel more alive, if you understand what I mean.

Secondly, it is my hope that you would support one another, as we have done all these years together, regardless of the scoreline or situation. The Inner Circle is something unique of Innebandy!Co and it would not be complete without each and every individual link that makes up the entire team. From my personal experience, the little bit extra or the sudden boost that you need and long for in matches often comes from fellow Innebandiens. Confidence in your own ability, your team and your teammates is vital in floorball. Anyone can cheer the team on! Motivate your teammates, your friends! Please do not leave this responsibility on the shoulders of the senior players. Make a difference! Do your part for Innebandy!Co .

Also, this message wouldn't be complete without our X-factor, Insane Courage! As an Innebandien, it is NOT in our nature to give up. We do not lose heart no matter the opponent or the challenge. As an individual, this is also a priceless habit to cultivate. Just like the Kamikaze bombers, we strive on through the obstacles in our path. Of course I'm not endorsing suicide but if properly applied, this IC will earn us many a victory. I can remember countless situations in which all hope seemed lost, but through our dogged determination and our unwavering belief in both Innebandy!Co and ourselves, we pulled through as one. Set an example to others, laughter is contagious and I suppose Insane Courage is too. I urge you to try things you never imagined would work on court(within the rules, please) and you may be surprised with the outcome.

So while I may or may not have a tear in my eye as I wrap this up, I'm very thankful and glad that I have been part of this magnificent team for the past 7-8 years. I hope that YOU will rise up and not let a few individuals run the whole show but let it really be a TEAM game, where everybody plays an equally important role. My deepest regret is that I'm not able to train and compete with you all regularly anymore. I pray that you would not come to this point of your life and regret not being more involved with Innebandy. I'll miss singing the Inne song and proudly wearing the team name on my chest. I hope you all are well and trust me when I say that you all are constantly on my mind. Thank you ALL for the wonderful memories that I'll always cherish. Some good news though, my semester breaks are in a few months so, who knows? I just MAY be able to make it back for the last matches for Division 1. Muahahaha! =D For the Christians, continue to shine Christ's light wherever you go, including on court, and continue to use floorball as an evangelitical tool. Always depend on Him for without Him, we are nothing. Remember the true meaning of our motto when we say ONE TEAM, ONE WAY.

Until next time, Ephraim Teh

Final fixture for PFL Div II

Attention all secretariats. First and foremost, thank you for attending the respective secretariat briefings. =) I am sure all of you understand what your roles and responsibilities are for this coming league. Please remember to wear black t-shirt and sports shoes. For those who CANNOT make it for your duty. Please GET YOUR OWN replacement. For those who fail to turn up without getting a replacement will be fine RM50.00 and an opportunity to sit on the penalty bench for 2-minutes.

Player of the Month: February [Female]

Full Name:

Lim Eong Shing

Date of birth:

15 March 1989

Number of years played:

3-4 Months

Position on court:

All =)

Stick:

Fatpipe Hole 27 [Left shooter]

Number of sticks:

1

Most admired floorball player:

James and Deswyn - because they are experienced, they play well and they motivate me to play better.

Best/Favourite team-mate(s):

its NOT Kayjyn! haha.

Konjoe and Divesh - because they're my line 2 teamates.

How do you feel having been selected as Innebandy!Co's 'Player of the Month'?

I'm honoured, delighted and a bit surprised to be the 'Female Player of the Month'

If you could choose your jersey number, what would it be and why?

5 - My favourite and lucky number.

Favorite song during physical training:

Grenade - Bruno Mars

Most memorable moment in floorball:

My first time scoring in training!

Anything you want to tell to the floorballers in Penang?

I think as team Innebandy!Co we can do better than what we are currently doing, and i hope in the future we can be the best floorball club in Penang, then in Malaysia. =) haha.

* Deswyn Wan has a message for the players of Team Innebandy!Co:

"First of all, congratulations and well done to the players who were selected for the 'P.o.M'. For those who have not been selected, do not be upset, disappointed or discouraged. There will be many more opportunities for you to be featured on the blog. Remember 'Quiting is Unthinkable'. Hope to see your name here one day."

Desywn Wan [Team Livestrong coach] :

"I think she is the most 'kuai' player in our club. She pays 100% attention on what is being said, explained and taught. This makes her able to learn quickly. I think this trait should be duplicated by other players. Being the only girl in team Livestrong pushes her to be as tough as the other guys as well. She has the potential to be a top class player if she continues to train hard and practice the 3IC's. I'm hoping to see her name on the point chart this coming PFL Div 2."

Sam Teoh [Team Elite coach] :

"A player that impresses me by her determination and dedication to floorball even though she just started playing not long ago. A very committed player whether on or off court. Displays good attitude and has a teachable spirit. Congratulations 'Player of the Month' of February!"

Player of the Month: February [Male]

Full name:

Divesh Mohan

Date of birth:

17 September 1998

Number of years played:

2 years

Position on court:

Right Forward

Stick:

Salming Alpha 25 [Left Shooter]

Number of sticks:

2

Most admired floorball player:

Deswyn - he is skilled and is a PRO floorball player.

Best/Favourite team-mate(s):

Kim Sheng, Kon Joe, Uncle James - because I can cooperate quite well with them.

How do you feel having been selected as Innebandy!Co's 'Player of the Month'?

I feel good !

If you could choose your jersey number, what would it be and why?

9 - my favourite number.

Favorite song during physical training:

Firework - Katy Perry

Most memorable moment in floorball:

When I scored a goal against Linken last year during game time in training.

Anything you want to tell to the floorballers in Penang?

Even if you're a good player or not, try your best and play your best to play as a team.

*we are introducing a new segment to the P.o.M articles. we will be including comments from the coaches of Team Innebandy!Co to encourage the 'Players of the Month'.

Desywn Wan [Team Livestrong coach] :

"I look at him and I see a Lionel Messi (of floorball) in the making. I remembered coaching him with the basics when he just started and I am really impressed with his progress. He has grown so much in a short period of a year. Despite his small size and age, being only 13, he is definitely a threat to opponents because of his hunger for goals, his passion for the game, his courage and strength in his heart. His 'never give up' attitude makes him even tougher. If you watch him during physical training, he would try really hard to complete the whole track and that's just great to watch. That inspires me a lot. =) Keep it up boy!"

Sam Teoh [Team Elite coach] :

"A brave and fearless kid on court. Always daring to challenge senior players. A 'never say never' player. Definitely a player to watch out for when he mature more in the game. Congrats for being the 'Player of the Month' February 2011!"

PFL 2011 Teams

Team Innebandy!Co

#1 Kao Lin Ken (G) ©

#2 Bryan Looi

#3 Calvin Tan

#4 Charmaine Cheang

#5 Darien Loh

#6 David Kok

#7 Deswyn Wan

#8 Eric Wong

#9 Jason Chew

#10 Cheah Pei Yi

#11 Rooban Chand

#12 Sam Teoh

#13 Timothy Kok

#14 Valerie Yentl Tan

#16 Ephraim Teh

#17 Nicholes Ong

Team LiveSTRONG!Co

#1 Lim Yi Phing (G)

#2 Daniel Wong Tung Chow

#3 Divesh Mohan

#4 Eric Fong Wai Cheong

#5 James Looi Yat Meng©

#6 Joseph Oon

#7 Lee Chester

#8 Lim Eong Shing

#9 Lim Kim Sheng

#10 Radin Fazlan Amir

#11 Ronnie Chand Chandrasegeran

#12 Tan Kon Joe

#13 Tan Win Shern

#16 Jonathan Chow Hoong Khun

#17 Ooi Kay Jyn

Team Innebabes!Co

#1 Samantha Goh Jia Jia (G)

#2 Agnes Beh Yen Ling

#3 Arlene Ooi Xian Chi

#4 Brenda Ng Oay Yan

#5 Charmaine Cheang Bt Adenan Cheang

#6 Goh Jun Yi

#7 Lee Huey Yuen

#8 Josephine Goh Lay Hoong

#9 Oo Yee Wing

#10 Sally Giam Hui Zhang

#11 Stephanie Ooi Jia Yi

#12 Sybrina Ng Wey Yee

#13 Tan Zhi Yin

#14 Valerie Yentl Tan

#15 Winnie Giam Hui Ni

#16 Lim Yimei

#17 Cheah Pei Yi ©

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