Central Coast Mariners Squad for 2008/09 Season

[marinermick]

we should be chasing jess van stratten now

 

[skilbeck]

we should be chasing jess van stratten now

i agree

 

[Deej]

http://au.fourfourtwo.com/news/78051,mariners-line-up-blades-swoop.aspx

Interesting?

 

[skilbeck]

so 22 means one more signing, if we dont drop McAndrew, If we do then D'Apuzzo will get the spot as left sided cover. Now do Sheffield United have any creative attacking mids? as for Goalkeepers, we would probably release Redmayne and have him as a youth squad player and sign an experienced cover for Danny

 

[Paolo]

http://au.fourfourtwo.com/news/78051,mariners-line-up-blades-swoop.aspx

Interesting?

Paddy Kenny  *whistles*

 

[Deej]

There are still a number of players not signed for next year, time will tell.

I'm sure D'Appuzzo has done enough to win a contract, and I'm sure we'll look for another keeper and attacking midfielder.....if we can't find anyone better than what we have already then we won't get anyone

http://au.fourfourtwo.com/news/78051,mariners-line-up-blades-swoop.aspx

Interesting?

Paddy Kenny  *whistles*

nope doubt it

 

[Paolo]

There are still a number of players not signed for next year, time will tell.

I'm sure D'Appuzzo has done enough to win a contract, and I'm sure we'll look for another keeper and attacking midfielder.....if we can't find anyone better than what we have already then we won't get anyone

http://au.fourfourtwo.com/news/78051,mariners-line-up-blades-swoop.aspx

Interesting?

Paddy Kenny  *whistles*

nope doubt it

if you don't mind, im trying to start a rumour here

 

[skilbeck]

There are still a number of players not signed for next year, time will tell.

I'm sure D'Appuzzo has done enough to win a contract, and I'm sure we'll look for another keeper and attacking midfielder.....if we can't find anyone better than what we have already then we won't get anyone

Still reckon we are still a bit weak in centre of defense but I guess if having 2 fit CB's is good enough for Lawrie it is good enough for me, maybe this is Lawries plan for Jedi this year with Hutcho holding if we buy a new attacking midfielder

 

[Deej]

There are still a number of players not signed for next year, time will tell.

I'm sure D'Appuzzo has done enough to win a contract, and I'm sure we'll look for another keeper and attacking midfielder.....if we can't find anyone better than what we have already then we won't get anyone

Still reckon we are still a bit weak in centre of defense but I guess if having 2 fit CB's is good enough for Lawrie it is good enough for me, maybe this is Lawries plan for Jedi this year with Hutcho holding if we buy a new attacking midfielder

We have Wilko, Boogs, Stringers and Clark who can play centre, Osman and Clark will fight it would for RB and Heff will play LB with hopefully D'Appuzzo covering.

Jedi can also play CB if we're short so we have cover.

Stringers needs game time to play to his full potential, I remember V2 it took him a while to get going but after his performance against Sydney he was great until injured.

Part of me would like to see a CB signed but Wilko and Boogs should and will be first choice CB's, if a CB is signed who is quality then Boogs would go RB IMO.

 

[serious14]

Wilko is horribly out of form/confidence at the moment - he hasn't been the same player since his injury last season.  Hopefully he can kick that off sooner rather than later.

 

[finally retired]

There are still a number of players not signed for next year, time will tell.

I'm sure D'Appuzzo has done enough to win a contract, and I'm sure we'll look for another keeper and attacking midfielder.....if we can't find anyone better than what we have already then we won't get anyone

http://au.fourfourtwo.com/news/78051,mariners-line-up-blades-swoop.aspx

Interesting?

Paddy Kenny  *whistles*

nope doubt it

if you don't mind, im trying to start a rumour here

you need to log onto 4-4-2 then.....    that's where all the unbelievable rumors start (Bosnich a Mariner...he he he)

 

[Deej]

Mariners land exciting youth international DApuzzo

The Central Coast Mariners today welcomed highly rated Australian youth international David DApuzzo to their season four line up, with the exciting 19-year-old signing on with the reigning Hyundai A-League Premiers for one year.

DApuzzo has been on trial with the yellow and navy for much of the past month, making three non-competitive appearances and impressing in each of them on the left side of defence.

With pace in abundance, a strong work ethic, a noteworthy repute at youth level and a burgeoning reputation as a senior player, DApuzzos capture is indeed a significant coup for the Mariners, who have now welcomed four new faces to their 2008/09 line up.

DApuzzos signing also sets the scene for another sibling rivalry when the Mariners take on northern rivals the Newcastle Jets.

Jets regular Adam DApuzzo is Davids older brother, while fellow new Mariners recruit Ahmad Elrich is the senior of Newcastle young gun Tarek.

"We had identified David as a potential recruit several months ago and have been monitoring his progress in the NSW Premier League for quite some time as such, we are delighted to have come to an agreement with this exceptionally talented young player," said Mariners Executive Chairman Lyall Gorman.

"We have been searching for a left-sided player to complement the likes of Adrian Caceres and Dean Heffernan and we see David as a player that can fulfill those roles and feature quite prominently throughout the season.

"David was courted by at least one other Hyundai A-League club and were thrilled that he has chosen to sign with the Mariners, where he will be given a deserved opportunity to further develop his game and prosper in a professional environment."

DApuzzo is presently with powerhouse state level club APIA Leichhardt, for whom he will complete the remainder of the current NSW Premier League season before linking with the Mariners in time for the start of the Hyundai A-League 2008/09 campaign.

While at Lambert Park with APIA Leichhardt, DApuzzo has been one of the cornerstone members of the Tigers charge earning a place as a regular starter amongst a line up laden with Hyundai A-League and National Soccer League experienced players.

DApuzzo has been capped for Australia several times at Under 17 level, including three starting appearances at the 2005 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in Peru.

Here, DApuzzo lined up alongside fellow Hyundai A-League starlets Leigh Broxham, Nathan Burns, Robbie Kruse and Kaz Patafta and contributed a full ninety minutes to Australias sole triumph of the tournament a 2-1 win over Uruguay in the Qantas Joeys final group match.

"Im delighted to have been given the chance by the Mariners to play in the Hyundai A-League, its been a goal of mine to break into this competition since it began and I cant wait to get involved," said DApuzzo.

"Ive been in and around the Mariners for about a month now and can only say good words about the club, from the administration to the coaching staff and the players the club has a top class set up and one that is exciting to be introduced to as a player.

"With the way the team is shaping up for the new season, Im confident that we can achieve honours and push for some trophies and Ill be hoping to personally play a big part in that."

Simultaneous with DApuzzos capture, the Mariners also announced today that Ian McAndrew, who debuted with the club last season, would not be offered a new contract.

McAndrew made one substitute appearance for his hometown club over the course of the Hyundai A-League 2007/08 season and was the first player to graduate to the senior Mariners line up from the clubs one of a kind Youth Academy structure.

"Ian has been a tremendous ambassador during his time with the Mariners and we thank him for his contribution to our historic third Hyundai A-League season," said Mariners Executive Chairman Lyall Gorman.

"As always, we will never completely shut the door on any player and we certainly believe that Ian has the potential to develop into a fine footballer and we will monitor his future progress with great interest."

Join the Frontline of Support. Mariners Memberships for the Hyundai A-League 2008/09 season are now available for purchase from the Mariners website www.ccmariners.com.au.

 

[Deej]

So 1 in 1 out

McAndrew was very average in pre-season I'm not surprised at all.....welcome D'Appuzzo, he will provide very good cover on the left side!

 

[~Floss~]

Based on what we've seen so far in trials, looks to be a great signing IMO

 

[FFC Mariner]

Based on his performances for the Lightning, punting McAndrew is a shrewd move TBH.

 

[Jeff (LouMacari)]

Very happy to have D'Appuzzo, he was electric when I saw him in action. Albeit a very short cameo role, but very promising!

Unlucky for young Macca, let's hope he's learned heaps and goes on to bigger and better things in the future.

 

[skilbeck]

good signing for us, we can hopefully give Heff all the time in the world to properly get over his injury (at least until the proper season begins)

 

[skilbeck]

and to scummers "you got the wrong D'Apuzzo"

also what are the odds that he will get the same squad number as his brother #13? because it is vacant

 

[Deej]

Does anyone know when Caceres officially joins us?

 

[Alicia]

Does anyone know when Caceres officially joins us?

For some reason, I think after June 30.  Not sure why though.  Maybe read it somewhere??