So the group stages of hockey world cup is finally over. None of the 3 Asian teams in the tournament made it to the semi-finals. The Indians and the Pakistanis were a huge let down, even the energetic and enthusiastic Koreans didn't make this time around... A disappointing end to a tournament that started of so brightly for the Indians and Koreans, and a further disappointment for hockey in Asia. The Koreans are generally a very consistent team but this time around they lost to a lower ranking team in New Zealand, I'm not in anyway saying that the Black Sticks are bad, no they are not, but the Koreans are so much more better in every single aspect of the game.
This inconsistency is a huge burden for all 3 teams, Pakistanis won against the Spaniards and lost all its other matches, India won against the Pakistanis and lost its following 3 matches, the Koreans beat the dutch and a stupid lost to NZ cost them a place in the semi-finals.
Nevertheless though, there were some brilliant performance in some matches, the Pakistanis played really well against their more fancied opponents, the Australians. They were actually leading the match 1-0 but eventually lost 2-1. The Pakistanis abandon their usual Asian style of play and adopted a more cautious counter attacking game which was really good. This actually shows that some Asian teams have the capability to adopt the European playing style and the same time they can be successful in it.
The Indians on the other hand scored some fantastic goals in their match against the South Africans, and if it wasn't for the stupid video referral thingy, they could have actually won the match. The 2ND and 3rd goal that the Indians scored were a brilliant master-piece of quick interchange of passes and mesmerising stick work from the forwards. Even the disallowed goal was equally brilliant and i would have placed my bet on it to be included as one of the best goals of the tournaments.
The semi finals is going to be a really interesting affair, with England make it thru for the first time in 24 years. The Germans, Dutch and Australians are the usual candidates, but the english have played so well so far that I'm actually falling in love with the style of hockey that they play. So although im not going to place my money on them, i certainly think that the have the capability to lift the trophy for the first time.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Hockey World Cup 2010
For most hockey fans out there, we are all very delighted that the hockey world cup is going on right now. The better part of this is that the tournament is being held in India, a nation known for producing one of the best hockey players around the world. What a chance it is to bring back the glory days of asian hockey. Although the asian hockey skills are remarkable and impressive but they are not as effective as compared to the tactical game of the europeans.
For years now the most successful hockey nations around the world has adapted to the quick european style of play, playing short passes and looking for room to make the killer pass. This play is both effective and efficient, it is simple the ball travels faster than the player. The asians though, they play the most attractive hockey but they fail to deliver when it matters most. Now coming back to the hockey world cup, India for example started off brilliantly by beating their arch rivals Pakistan 4-1. Both teams played the same style of hockey which was greatly influenced by some wonderful skills and hard hitting of the ball.
The 2nd match though brought the indians down to earth again, see the same kind of hockey which is played with so much of skill is not suitable against the Australians. They were beatean quite easily 5-2. The australians waited for the indians to make mistakes which they did quite a lot and took advantage of this by playing some killer passes straight into the D. By hitting the ball hard into the D of the opponnents the indians are actually allowing the australians to trap the ball better and take advantage of the superior speed and tactical play to launch quick counter attacks, in the end it was a brilliant tactic and again it showed us that the asian hockey game is no longer as effective as once it was.
It is going to be very difficult for both India and Pakistan to make it to the semi-finals and they should adapt both their skills and maneuverability better and have a good tactical game. The malaysian's should also learn something out of it since they fail to qualify for the world cup.
For years now the most successful hockey nations around the world has adapted to the quick european style of play, playing short passes and looking for room to make the killer pass. This play is both effective and efficient, it is simple the ball travels faster than the player. The asians though, they play the most attractive hockey but they fail to deliver when it matters most. Now coming back to the hockey world cup, India for example started off brilliantly by beating their arch rivals Pakistan 4-1. Both teams played the same style of hockey which was greatly influenced by some wonderful skills and hard hitting of the ball.
The 2nd match though brought the indians down to earth again, see the same kind of hockey which is played with so much of skill is not suitable against the Australians. They were beatean quite easily 5-2. The australians waited for the indians to make mistakes which they did quite a lot and took advantage of this by playing some killer passes straight into the D. By hitting the ball hard into the D of the opponnents the indians are actually allowing the australians to trap the ball better and take advantage of the superior speed and tactical play to launch quick counter attacks, in the end it was a brilliant tactic and again it showed us that the asian hockey game is no longer as effective as once it was.
It is going to be very difficult for both India and Pakistan to make it to the semi-finals and they should adapt both their skills and maneuverability better and have a good tactical game. The malaysian's should also learn something out of it since they fail to qualify for the world cup.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
SO much SO for 1 Malaysia????
I'm extremely disappointed with the current situation in an around the country. A new year is suppose to be a new beginning for us, but then again i guess even 2010 couldn't do anything about it. I'm terrible surprised that events like burning churches and intimidating people is taking place here, of all the places in Malaysia. I do understand the sentiments behind it but then again to take this kind of actions which is not only provocative but actions that are also meant to install fear in the other party, this is totally unacceptable
as the issue is basically a very dangerous one, i mean religious issues are never easy, we as people of this country who loves and preach about peace all the time should take steps in making sure that other unwanted and fresh incidents that can tarnish our image in the eyes of the world does not take place. It is disappointing that after the attacks, Malaysia was in al-jazeera and other international news agency for all the wrong reasons. We are Malaysians mate!!!! and this is not us, we do not do this, but then again there are some people out there, this small group of people who do not share or have the same thinking as us, who is all out to create and damage others to get probably some political mileage.
politics its neva easy, religion is never easy, and when you mix the both of them it becomes a really dangerous combination. One which is easier to burn than a piece of matches and harder to put out than a burning fire. Every religion is 'bizarre' for those who do not accept its tenets, therefore it is important for us to understand each other as much as we possibly can and leave the judgment and the deliberation to the courts
till then i do hope that no other incidents that can jeopardise national security takes place. And for once ill probably support the use of ISA to get the culprits
as the issue is basically a very dangerous one, i mean religious issues are never easy, we as people of this country who loves and preach about peace all the time should take steps in making sure that other unwanted and fresh incidents that can tarnish our image in the eyes of the world does not take place. It is disappointing that after the attacks, Malaysia was in al-jazeera and other international news agency for all the wrong reasons. We are Malaysians mate!!!! and this is not us, we do not do this, but then again there are some people out there, this small group of people who do not share or have the same thinking as us, who is all out to create and damage others to get probably some political mileage.
politics its neva easy, religion is never easy, and when you mix the both of them it becomes a really dangerous combination. One which is easier to burn than a piece of matches and harder to put out than a burning fire. Every religion is 'bizarre' for those who do not accept its tenets, therefore it is important for us to understand each other as much as we possibly can and leave the judgment and the deliberation to the courts
till then i do hope that no other incidents that can jeopardise national security takes place. And for once ill probably support the use of ISA to get the culprits
Friday, January 8, 2010
Marry me O pay ME???????
its rather surprising that in a country like Malaysia you can actually sue another person for not marrying you. Incredible isn't it ???? I mean how many people would wanna do that, but i guess with the current economic condition and the people itself who are so indulge and passionate about money, anything is possible. It reminds people that currently jimmy choo's and prada's are more important than anything else.
And we are not talking bout a few thousand or a few hundred thousand ringgit over here. I bet if that was the amount an average person would be jumping with joy and screaming their heart out, but it is 5.5 million ringgit. Haha. That is wat you have to pay if you ever promise a girl to marry her and then you break it off. Lucky me i haven't got to that stage yet and hopefully i never do that. Its incredible and tremendously stupid to claim those things. I mean, if you really love that person, you wouldn't really wana cause harm and trouble rite, but then you can bite off a chuck of his wealth!!!! Well this story is bout some lady who is in her mid 40's and believe me she is suing the other person for not marrying her. If you guys are still wondering who she is, she is that not so thin lady in jalan-jalan cari makan which is on tv3
And we are not talking bout a few thousand or a few hundred thousand ringgit over here. I bet if that was the amount an average person would be jumping with joy and screaming their heart out, but it is 5.5 million ringgit. Haha. That is wat you have to pay if you ever promise a girl to marry her and then you break it off. Lucky me i haven't got to that stage yet and hopefully i never do that. Its incredible and tremendously stupid to claim those things. I mean, if you really love that person, you wouldn't really wana cause harm and trouble rite, but then you can bite off a chuck of his wealth!!!! Well this story is bout some lady who is in her mid 40's and believe me she is suing the other person for not marrying her. If you guys are still wondering who she is, she is that not so thin lady in jalan-jalan cari makan which is on tv3
Hello hello n hello
hello 2010
goodbye 2009
well the new year is here. And a new year always brings together new challenges and new troubles. See my new year started of really well but it's not smooth sailing all the way. I drank way too much during the eve and me being inder i continued till the next morning
then its time to get back home and face my parents who was certainly not happy with me. But i guess it is my fault and im man enough to admit that. See i have made a lot of mistakes and screwed up a whole lot of things as well. Sorry that im not perfect and no body is, but then again i know it myself that im not really that bad
First thing first i really would like to cut down on my drinking and then.....nothing else actually, we will see how the first one goes.......
goodbye 2009
well the new year is here. And a new year always brings together new challenges and new troubles. See my new year started of really well but it's not smooth sailing all the way. I drank way too much during the eve and me being inder i continued till the next morning
then its time to get back home and face my parents who was certainly not happy with me. But i guess it is my fault and im man enough to admit that. See i have made a lot of mistakes and screwed up a whole lot of things as well. Sorry that im not perfect and no body is, but then again i know it myself that im not really that bad
First thing first i really would like to cut down on my drinking and then.....nothing else actually, we will see how the first one goes.......
Friday, November 27, 2009
What a day
yesterday was certainly a very eventful day for me. Got to campus to arrange my interview time and it was really easy to do it since my managerial comm tutor is a very nice person. Then i went down to meet my other lecturer in hope of getting a little help in regards to my assignment. How unfortunate i was, since i had to wait for at least 20 minutes outside her room and then to be denied all necessary information needed to do my assignment. She was busy gossiping and just told me to come over another day, her excuse "im having a meeting rite now, so if can, you see me on monday". I ain't deaf, i can so clearly hear the sound of your voice laughing and all and it seriously wouldn't have done any harm if you were to just help me out.
I decided to go back home after that, got back home took my shower and went for my hockey match. It was a relatively easy match but luck was just not on my side. First my own team-mate didn't see me running across and hit the ball straight into my leg, then at the very last minute of the match the ball hit me right on my head. I was a bit lucky, cause it could have certainly hit my eye which would have been a very terrible thing, considering the speed of the ball itself.
Nevertheless, i just moved my head a bit and had a pack of ice for about 10 minutes and i was good to go again. So me being me, i decided to start drinking and the drinks then continued all the way to 4 in the morning. My head didn't hurt much during that time, probably the alcohol did a very good job in keeping away the pain. Today though, it a whole new story and my head hurts like a lot, and i cant really move my mouth much since all the muscles around my head hurts so i have not eaten anything until now.
Hungry and a bruised head= makes me moody
I decided to go back home after that, got back home took my shower and went for my hockey match. It was a relatively easy match but luck was just not on my side. First my own team-mate didn't see me running across and hit the ball straight into my leg, then at the very last minute of the match the ball hit me right on my head. I was a bit lucky, cause it could have certainly hit my eye which would have been a very terrible thing, considering the speed of the ball itself.
Nevertheless, i just moved my head a bit and had a pack of ice for about 10 minutes and i was good to go again. So me being me, i decided to start drinking and the drinks then continued all the way to 4 in the morning. My head didn't hurt much during that time, probably the alcohol did a very good job in keeping away the pain. Today though, it a whole new story and my head hurts like a lot, and i cant really move my mouth much since all the muscles around my head hurts so i have not eaten anything until now.
Hungry and a bruised head= makes me moody
Monday, November 23, 2009
Name fucking Wee
Namewee your just another motherfucking dumb ass idiot aren't you. Making a video of you shouting your heart out at TNB doesn't by anyway make you any macho or anything. You call yourself a song composer an artist for the mater of fact, but you fail to take preventive measures knowing that the power supply has not been too kind on you. Get an additional power supply thingy, they have so many of them in the market, and if you consider yourself as a professional you should have known that.
I do feel sorry for you, for your so called lost of inspiration that you had due to the power failure, but then again that is pretty normal. Live with it and carry on with your life. Since you are ridiculously creative with your very popular negarakuku song, i don't think there is any problem for you to find another ridiculous idea of yours.
Your bro i do feel pity for him, since he was about to have his exams the following day, but you are a fucking retard aren't you??? fucking get a candle or something. Everybody somewhere sometime in their life had done that, whats wrong if you do that....Im not in anyway supporting TNB, they should have answered the phone and they probably should have had a better explanation for the power failure, but how many times have you thanked them, that due to them supplying power, you were able to compose your songs???? you didn't!!! and when you got a power disruption for the third time of the year!!!, you go out and get all angry, video the people who work there and embarrass them??? whats your motive??? trying to get back your popularity?? probably malaysia was already forgetting about you....
Look your just another idiot who probably didn't pass his pendidikan moral in school or something. Im no saint but what you did was wrong and your even a bigger dumbass by uploading it to youtube.
I do feel sorry for you, for your so called lost of inspiration that you had due to the power failure, but then again that is pretty normal. Live with it and carry on with your life. Since you are ridiculously creative with your very popular negarakuku song, i don't think there is any problem for you to find another ridiculous idea of yours.
Your bro i do feel pity for him, since he was about to have his exams the following day, but you are a fucking retard aren't you??? fucking get a candle or something. Everybody somewhere sometime in their life had done that, whats wrong if you do that....Im not in anyway supporting TNB, they should have answered the phone and they probably should have had a better explanation for the power failure, but how many times have you thanked them, that due to them supplying power, you were able to compose your songs???? you didn't!!! and when you got a power disruption for the third time of the year!!!, you go out and get all angry, video the people who work there and embarrass them??? whats your motive??? trying to get back your popularity?? probably malaysia was already forgetting about you....
Look your just another idiot who probably didn't pass his pendidikan moral in school or something. Im no saint but what you did was wrong and your even a bigger dumbass by uploading it to youtube.
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