Congratulations to all the players, coaches and officials of the Western Knights for claiming the club's fourth Premier League Minor Premiership after finishing the 2010 season in first position.

Saturday 4 September 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Stirling Lions 2 - 2 Western Knights
(David Price 70' & Stuart Montgomery 90')

Finish in 1st Position in 2010 - Minor Premiers

Reserves:
Stirling Lions 3 - 2 Western Knights

Finish in 4th Position in 2010

Under 18's:
Stirling Lions 5 - 1 Western Knights

Finish in 7th Position in 2010

It's Round 22 of the 2010 Football West Premier League, Western Knights travel north to play second placed Stirling Lions at Macedonia Park in Balcatta.

Round 21 saw the Knights earn their sixth home win of the season defeating Armadale 4-2. Anthony Campbell getting back to good form by bagging a double. While Stirling escaped a scare by defeating Mandurah City 3-2. Stirling's winner came in the 92nd minute thanks to Bobby Wilson.

The two teams last met back in Round 10 at Nash Field. Stirling won the match 2-1 with Daniel Trim on target for the Knights that day.

A win or draw to the Knights on Saturday will see them finish on top of the 2010 Premier League table and take home the Minor Premiership.

Round 22 marks another significant milestone in the history of the Western Knights Soccer Club. When the side steps out onto Macedonia Park it will be the club's 600th Premier League match.

The Knights have come a very long way and many hundreds of players have donned the red, white and blue since they first fielded a side in the then First Division in 1972.

The club's current time in the Premier League started in 1996 is now the longest in the history of the club. 2010 also marks the 28th season that the club has competed in the Western Australian top flight soccer.

Western Knights defender Stuart Ferguson has taken out the Mercantile Football League Division 1 Fairest & Best for 2010.

Ferguson combines his soccer commitments to the Western Knights on Saturdays with playing as a ruckman for the Midland Tigers in the Mercantile Football League on Sundays.

He has already reportedly been courted by several WAFL clubs include Perth & East Perth.

Considering he has only been in Australia for three to four years its a top effort.

Congratulations Stuart!

Saturday 28 August 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 4 - 2 Armadale
(David Micevski 40'; Simon Versaico 64'; Anthony Campbell 81' & 86')

Reserves:
Western Knights 3 - 1 Armadale

Under 18's:
Western Knights 0 - 1 Armadale

Western Knights have decided to head into a new direction by terminating Paul Price's tenure as senior coach. The decision was made on Wednesday by the Knights commitee.

Thank you Paul for the service you have given the club which includes securing the club's first Under 18's major trophies in 2007 and the League Minor Premiership in 2010. We wish you all the best for the future.

Carl Medica has been appointed senior coach for the reminder of the 2010 season with Alex Christie assisting Medica.

Come down to Nash Field on Saturday and support the Knights as they aim to retain the Minor Premiership!

2010 FW Premier League - Round 21
Western Knights v Armadale
Saturday August 28, 2010
@ Nash Field, Mosman Park
First Team: 3pm; Reserves: 1pm & 18's: 11am

Saturday 14 August 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Swan United 1 - 2 Western Knights
(Jack Doyle 50' & Daniel Micevski 60')

Reserves:
Swan United 3 - 0 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Swan United 1 - 3 Western Knights

Saturday 7 August 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 1 - 2 Perth SC
(Stuart Montgomery 50')

Reserves:
Western Knights 0 - 2 Perth SC

Under 18's:
Western Knights 1 - 1 Perth SC

Western Knights and Perth have arguably developed the biggest rivalry in our local game over the past few seasons. This Saturday will be no different when the Knights take on Perth in Round 19 of the 2010 Football West Premier League.

The Knights are coming off a 4-0 victory last week over Balcatta. Daniel Trim again lead the way up forward for the Knights with a brace and midfielders, Simon Versaico and Dave Micevski also getting in on the act.

Three second half goals gave Perth a victory over Mandurah City. Dom De Felice and Andreas Oliveira got on the scoresheet for Perth.

Western Knights and Perth last met back in Round 7 this season at Dorrien Gardens. Perth took out the match 2-1 with Stuart Montgomery on target for the Knights that day. It also ended the Knights undefeated run at the start of the 2010 season where they went six match without a loss.

The Knights still have a lot to play for as the race for the minor premiership is quite intense.

Match Details:

2010 FW Premier League - Round 19
Western Knights v Perth SC
@ Nash Field, Mosman Park
First Team: 3pm; Reserves: 1pm & 18's: 11am

Saturday 31 July 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 4 - 0 Balcatta
(Simon Versaico 37'; Daniel Trim 45', 53' & David Micevski 59')

Reserves:
Western Knights 2 - 2 Balcatta

Under 18's:
Western Knights 2 - 2 Balcatta

Saturday 17 July 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Mandurah City 0 - 0 Western Knights

Reserves:
Mandurah City 1 - 4 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Mandurah City 0 - 0 Western Knights

Saturday 10 July 2010

Inglewood United have staged a second half comeback to draw 2-2 with Western Knights on Saturday in Round 16 of the Football West Premier League.

The Knights made a dream start to the match in the third minute. Great lead up work by Paul Van Dongen and Stuart Montgomery provided the opportunity for Daniel Trim to header the ball past Inglewood keeper, Oliver Taseski.

Dominating most of the play, the Knights continued to pepper the Inglewood defence with a number of goal opportunities but were unsuccessful.

Just before half time, Inglewood defender Daniel Stoitis handled the ball inside the Knights penalty area and the referee pointed immediately to the spot. Stuart Montgomery stepped up and made no mistake slotting the ball past Taseski.

Inglewood United introduced A-League midfielder, Adrian Caceres early in the second half and it seemed to change the momentum of the match.

Inglewood were suddenly dominating most of the play and in the 64th minute the drought was broken. Adrian Caceres took a free kick outside the penalty area curling the ball over the Knights defence and past Knights keeper, Frazer Siddall.

Caceres was again involved in the equaliser for Inglewood taking a corner which found its way to Mladen Kovacevic who slotted the ball from close range.

Both teams finished the match with one point each. For the Knights, they now sit in second position on the league ladder two points behind Stirling Lions. While the point for Inglewood puts them just out of the relegation zone.

Knights Line-Up: Frazer Siddall (GK); Duncan Hind; Stuart Ferguson; Paul Van Dongen (Garth Lecky); David Annall; Daniel Micevski; David Price; Simon Versaico; David Micevski; Daniel Trim (Scott Bushby); Stuart Montgomery.

Subs Not Used: Matthew Allen; Grant Heard (RGK)

Reserves: Western Knights 2 - 3 Inglewood United
Under 18's: Western Knights 3 - 2 Inglewood United

Western Knights are back at Nash Field this Saturday when they take on Inglewood United in Round 16 of the Football West Premier League.

Both sides are on the opposite ends of the league table. Western Knights are looking to maintain their position on top and Inglewood United will take any points they can get as they are in contention for the relegation position at the foot of the table.

David Annall, Daniel Micevski and Paul Van Dongen are all expected to be fully fit and will be handy inclusions to the Knights line up.

Inglewood United will be buoyed by the mid week signing of Wellington Phoenix midfielder, Adrian Caceres. He will add more experience to the youthful side and assist Inglewood in maintaining a spot in the Premier League for 2011.

The Knights last competitive match was a fortnight ago away to ECU Joondalup. It was a bleak day for the Knights going down 2-1 and losing Anthony Campbell to a red card. Daniel Micevski restored some pride back into the result after slotting home a stunning free kick from outside the penalty area.

Inglewood United are coming off a 2-0 victory over Mandurah City. Ryan Clarke and Rory Grant found themselves on the scoresheet.

Both sides last met back in Round 4 at 6PR Stadium, Western Knights overran Inglewood 5-1. Knights leading goalscorer, Stuart Montgomery bagged a double while Paul Van Dongen, Dave Micevski and Mario Marcinko were also all on target for the Knights that day.

Match Details:

2010 Football West Premier League - Round 16
Western Knights v Inglewood United
Saturday July 10, 2010
@ Nash Field, Mosman Park
First Team Kickoff: 3pm; Reserves: 1pm & Under 18's: 11am

Saturday 26 June 2010

Western Knights have recorded their fourth loss of the season going down to ECU Joondalup 2-1 on Saturday in Round 15 of the Football West Premier League.

ECU Joondalup made a good start within the first two minutes with Dale McCullough pouncing on a loose ball in the Knights penalty area to volley the ball past Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall.

Stuart Montgomery should have levelled for the Knights only a few minutes later when won the ball from a poor clearance by the ECU goalkeeper, Andy Petterson. Montgomery's header found itself wide of the goal.

David Micevski, David Price and Stuart Montgomery all had further long range efforts for the Knights within the first half but were all unsuccessful at their attempts. ECU Joondalup went into half time with a narrow lead.

Early in the second half, the Knights were reduced to 10 men after Anthony Campbell was given his marching orders by the referee. Campbell pushed ECU Joondalup's Dale McCullough in the face taking the bait after he was constently being harassed by the ECU Joondalup players.

Further long range efforts from David Price and Scott Bushby failed and it was turning out as a miserable day for the Knights.

The lead to ECU Joondalup was stretched further in the 83rd minute after Garin Collins pounced on another loose ball in the Knights defence after a free kick outside the penalty area was originally saved by Frazer Siddall.

Daniel Micevski managed to restore some respectability to the score line in the closing minutes of the match. Micevski chipped the ball over the ECU goalkeeper, Andy Petterson from a free kick outside the penalty area.

Western Knights remain on top of the league table only by goal difference with Stirling Lions now in second position on the same points as the Knights after Round 15.

Knights Line-Up: Frazer Siddall (GK); Duncan Hind; Stuart Ferguson; Paul Van Dongen (Scott Bushby); Garth Lecky; David Price; Simon Versaico; David Micevski; Anthony Campbell; Daniel Trim; Stuart Montgomery (Daniel Micevski).

Subs Not Used: David Annall; Grant Heard (RGK)

Reserves: ECU Joondalup 2 - 3 Western Knights
Under 18's: ECU Joondalup 1 - 0 Western Knights

Round 15 takes the Western Knights down the freeway to Joondalup where they take on ECU Joondalup.

The Knights are coming off a 1-0 victory over Floreat Athena thanks to a second half strike from defender, Stuart Ferguson and are one game clear on top of the league table after Round 14. While ECU Joondalup had a miserable road trip to face Mandurah City where they went down 4-1. Jamie Watt the sole scorer for ECU.

Western Knights last met ECU Joondalup back in Round 3 this season at Nash Field. The final score was 4-2 in favour of the Knights with Stuart Montgomery, Simon Versaico and the Micevski brothers all getting on the scoresheet.

Another win over ECU Joondalup this weekend will help the Knights retain top spot on the table as the charge for top five positions continues. ECU Joondalup will be hoping for a win, giving them a vital break from the relegation zone.

Match Details:

2010 Football West Premier League - Round 15
ECU Joondalup v Western Knights
Saturday June 26, 2010
@ ECU Sports Ground, Joondalup
First Team Kickoff: 3pm; Reserves: 1pm & Under 18's: 11am

Saturday 19 June 2010

Western Knights moved to the top of the league table after defeating Floreat Athena 1-0 in Round 14 of the 2010 Football West Premier League at Nash Field on Saturday.

Floreat started with the match with the more momentum. Former Knight, Branimir Mikulic close range effort around the five minute mark of the first half was well saved by Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall.

Stuart Montgomery or Paul Van Dongen could have given the Knights the lead but both failed to capitalise on two great chances at goal.

The scores remained deadlock at half-time. This changed early into the second half, David Micevski won a corner for the Knights. Stuart Ferguson was in the right position to hammer the ball in from close range giving the Knights the lead.

Both sides continued to provided both opportunities in attack. Knights could have extended their lead while Floreat had a number of chances to get back in the match.

The final few minutes was an anxious wait for the Knights supporters but in the end, one goal was enough for the Knights to take the win. While Floreat are still searching for their first ever win over the Knights at Nash Field.

Western Knights move to first position on the league table after Round 14. One game clear of Floreat Athena who is in second position. Stirling Lions move to third position.

Knights Line-Up: Frazer Siddall (gk); Duncan Hind; Stuart Ferguson; Paul Van Dongen (Scott Bushby); Garth Lecky; David Price; Simon Versaico; David Micevski; Anthony Campbell; Daniel Trim (Daniel Micevski); Stuart Montgomery. Subs Not Used: David Annall; Francis Odong; Grant Heard (RGK)

Reserves: Western Knights 4 - 2 Floreat Athena
Under 18's: Western Knights 3 - 3 Floreat Athena

Western Knights are back at home in Round 14 of the Football West Premier League this week when they take on Floreat Athena.

Both sides are coming off solid wins, the Knights defeated Sorrento 1-0 courtesy of a first half strike from Daniel Trim. Floreat came away with the points and a 3-0 win after a road trip to Mandurah City with Branimir Mikulic, Johnny Mirco and Jovo Pavlovic all getting on the scoresheet.

The last time the two teams met was in Round 2 this season at Litis Stadium. The Knights defeated Floreat 2-1 with goals to Garth Lecky and Stuart Montgomery.

This Round 14 match is building up to be one of the matches of the season with both sides vying for outright top spot on the league ladder.

Match Details:

2010 Football West Premier League - Round 14
Western Knights v Floreat Athena
Saturday June 19, 2010
@ Nash Field, Mosman Park
First Team Kickoff: 3pm; Reserves: 1pm & Under 18's: 11am

Don't Forget - World Cup 2010 - Australia v Ghana -
LIVE ON THE BIG SCREEN @ Nash Field - 9:30pm - Entry - $10

Saturday 12 June 2010

Western Knights defeated Sorrento 1-0 in Round 13 of the Football West Premier League at Percy Doyle Reserve on Saturday.

The only goal of the match came in the 43rd minute and it was the Knights that broke the deadlock. Stuart Montgomery provided a well executed cross from the left side of midfield to Daniel Trim. Trim managed to get around the last Sorrento defender and smash it into the back of the net past the Sorrento goalkeeper, Curtis Aspden.

Second half provided enough opportunities for both the Knights to capitalise on their lead and for Sorrento to get back into the match but it wasn't to be.

Daniel Trim's strike in first half was enough for the Knights to take home the win and the three points at the final whistle.

Knights Line-Up: Frazer Siddall (gk); Duncan Hind; Stuart Ferguson; Garth Lecky; Simon Versaico; David Micevski; Anthony Campbell; Daniel Trim (Paul Van Dongen); Marco Warmt-Murray (Francis Odong); Scott Bushby; Stuart Montgomery (Shintaro Ito). Sub Not Used: Grant Heard (RGK)

Reserves: Sorrento 0 - 1 Western Knights
Under 18's: Sorrento 3 - 1 Western Knights

Western Knights travel to Perth's northern suburbs on Saturday to take on rivals, Sorrento in Round 13 of the Football West Premier League.

The Knights are coming off two losses last weekend, to Cockburn City in the League on Saturday and to Armadale in State League Cup on Monday.

While Sorrento went down away to Mandurah 2-0 in the League on Saturday but managed a 4-1 victory over Kingsway Olympic in the State League Cup on Monday.

Daniel Trim looms as the man to watch for the Knights. He has been in great form over the past few weeks, bagging four goals in the past four matches.

The Knights last met Sorrento in the opening round of the season at Nash Field. Sorrento took the game to the defending minor premiers with the final result being a 2-2 draw. Anthony Campbell and Simon Versaico were on target for the Knights that day.

Western Knights will be out to better that result and stay in touch with a top two position on the league table.

Match Details:

2010 Football West Premier League - Round 13
Sorrento v Western Knights
Saturday June 12, 2010
@ Percy Doyle Reserve, Duncraig
First Team Kickoff: 3pm; Reserves: 1pm & Under 18's: 11am

Go Knights!

Monday 7 June 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 1-1 Armadale
(Daniel Trim)
Armadale win 5-4 on penalties

Reserves:
Western Knights 2 - 5 Armadale

All Western Knights sides are now eliminated from the 2010 Football West State League Cup.

Saturday 5 June 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Cockburn City 3 - 2 Western Knights
(Paul Van Dongen & Daniel Trim)

Reserves:
Cockburn City 4 - 1 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Cockburn City 1 - 2 Western Knights

2010 Football West Premier League - Round 12

Cockburn City v Western Knights
(Spearwood Dalmatinac v North Perth Croatia)

Saturday June 5, 2010 @
Dalmatinac Park, Azelia Road, Spearwood

First Team Kick Off - 3pm;
Reserves & Under 18's - 1pm & 11am

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2010 Football West State League Cup -
Second Round - Foundation Day Public Holiday

Western Knights v Armadale

Monday June 7, 2010 @
Nash Field, Solomon Street, Mosman Park

First Team Kick-off: 2:30pm & Reserves Kick-off: 12:15pm

Saturday 29 May 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 4 - 2 Cockburn City
(Daniel Trim, Paul Van Dongen, Stuart Montgomery & Simon Versaico)

Reserves:
Western Knights 4 - 2 Cockburn City

Under 18's:
Western Knights 2 - 5 Cockburn City

Saturday 22 May 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 1 - 2 Stirling Lions
(Daniel Trim)

Reserves:
Western Knights 3 - 5 Stirling Lions

Under 18's:
Western Knights 2 - 0 Stirling Lions

Saturday 15 May 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Armadale 0 - 3 Western Knights
(Stuart Montgomery & Simon Versaico 2)

With the completion of all Round 9 matches yesterday, Western Knights are now on top of the ladder with 20 points ahead of arch rivals, Perth who are on 19 points.

Reserves:
Armadale 0 - 3 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Armadale 2 - 2 Western Knights

Saturday 8 May 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 0 - 0 Swan United

Reserves:
Western Knights 2 - 2 Swan United

Under 18's:
Western Knights 3 - 0 Swan United

Football West have released the fixtures for the second round of the 2010 State League Cup which will be played on the Foundation Day Long Weekend (Monday June 7).

Western Knights First Team and Reserves have been drawn to play Armadale at Nash Field.

The remaining fixtures are as follows:

Sorrento v Olympic Kingsway
Perth v Balcatta
Morley Windmills v Swan United
Bunbury Forum Force v ECU Joondalup
Cockburn City v Bayswater City
Ashfield v Floreat Athena
Stirling Lions v Mandurah City

Saturday 1 May 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Perth SC 2 - 1 Western Knights
(Stuart Montgomery)

Reserves:
Perth SC 3 - 4 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Perth SC 1 - 1 Western Knights

Monday 26 April 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Fremantle 0 - 8 Western Knights
(Anthony Campbell 3, Simon Versaico 2, Shintaro Ito, Stuart Ferguson & Stuart Montgomery)

Reserves:
Fremantle 2 - 3 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Fremantle 3 - 2 Western Knights

First Team and Reserves now advance to Second Round of State League Cup

Saturday 24 April 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Balcatta 0 - 2 Western Knights
(Anthony Campbell & David Micevski)

Reserves:
Balcatta 1 - 2 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Balcatta 0 - 2 Western Knights

Saturday April 24, 2010

2010 Football West Premier League - Round 6
Balcatta v Western Knights
@ Grindleford Reserve, Grindleford Drive, Balcatta
Kick off: 3:00pm

Monday April 26, 2010 - Anzac Day Public Holiday

2010 Football West Cup - First Round
Fremantle SC v Western Knights
@ Wauhop Park, Wauhop Road & Preston Point Road, East Fremantle
Kick off: 3:00pm

Saturday 17 April 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 5 - 3 Mandurah City
(Duncan Hind, Simon Versaico, Daniel Micevski, Stuart Montgomery & Paul Van Dongen)

Reserves:
Western Knights 1-3 Mandurah CIty

Under 18's:
Western Knights 1-2 Mandurah City

Saturday 10 April 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Inglewood United 1-5 Western Knights
(Stuart Montgomery 2, Paul Van Dongen, Mario Marcinko & David Micevski)

Reserves:
Inglewood United 3-2 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Inglewood United 3-2 Western Knights

Saturday 4 April 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 4-2 ECU Joondalup
(Stuart Montgomery, Daniel Micevski, Simon Versaico & David Micevski)

Reserves:
Western Knights 3-2 ECU Joondalup

Under 18's:
Western Knights 3-0 ECU Joondalup

Saturday 27 March 2010

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Floreat Athena 1 - 2 Western Knights
(Garth Lecky & Stuart Montgomery)

Reserves:
Floreat Athena 1-2 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Floreat Athena 2-3 Western Knights

Football West have released the fixtures for the first round of the 2010 Soccer Pools Cup which will be played on the Anzac Day Long Weekend (Monday April 26).

Western Knights have been drawn to play Fremantle (Spirit) SC away at Wahrop Park in East Fremantle.

The remaining fixtures are as follows:
Rockingham City v Morley Windmills
Murdoch University v Olympic Kingsway
Wanneroo City v Perth SC
Forrestfield United v ECU Joondalup
Shamrock Rovers v Ashfield
Sorrento v Spearwood Dalmatinac
Stirling Lions v Queens Park
Subiaco AFC v Bayswater City
Bunbury Forum Force v Fremantle United
Floreat Athena v Gosnells City
Armadale v UWA-Nedlands FC
Dianella White Eagles v Cockburn City
Mandurah City v Canning City
Inglewood United v Balcatta
Swan United v Stirling Panthers

Full-Time Scores

First Team:
Western Knights 2 - 2 Sorrento
(Anthony Campbell & Simon Versaico)

Reserves:
Western Knights 1-5 Sorrento

Under 18's:
Western Knights 4-0 Sorrento

2010 Football West Premier League Night Series - Grand Final

Full-Time Score

Western Knights 1-2 Perth SC

(Stuart Montgomery)

The Western Knights are out to claim the club's second Night Series crown in 42 years when they take on arch-rival, Perth SC in the 2010 Football West Night Series Grand Final this Sunday night at Clipsal Stadium.

Over the off season, coach Paul Price has been busy assembling one of the most exciting squads in the Premier League. Stuart Montgomery has returned to the Knights after a spell with Sorrento and has picked up from where he left scoring five goals in the Night Series so far.

Paul Van Dongen has added even more attacking options in the midfield which also boasts the likes of the Micevski Brothers, Simon Versaico and David Price.

Captain David Annall continues to be the rock in the heart of the Knights defence while exciting goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall continues his great form between the posts.

The Road to the 2010 Night Series Grand Final for the Knights:

1st Round - loss to Balcatta 1-0
2nd Round - win over Inglewood 2-0
3rd Round - win over Sorrento 5-1
Quarter Final - win over Floreat Athena 2-1
Semi Final - win over Sorrento 4-3

Perth as from recent encounters will be no easy opponents for the Knights and have been in impressive form in the 2010 Night Series.

The Grand Final will be played this Sunday March 7 at the Clipsal Stadium in Inglewood with kick off at 6pm.

2010 Football West Premier League Night Series - Semi Final

Full-Time Score

Western Knights 4-3 Sorrento

(David Price, Paul Van Dongen, Stuart Montgomery, Daniel Micevski)

Western Knights through to 2010 Night Series Grand Final against Perth.

2010 Football West WA Premier League Night Series - Quarter Final

Full-Time Score:

Western Knights 2 - 1 Floreat Athena

(Stuart Montgomery & Paul Van Dongen)

Knights through to Semi-Final

2010 Night Series - Round 3

Full-Time Score:

Western Knights 5 - 1 Sorrento

(David Micevski, Stuart Montgomery, Daniel Micevski, Simon Versaico & Paul Van Dongen)

2010 Night Series - Round 2 - Knights v Inglewood

Full-Time Score:

Inglewood United 1 - 2 Western Knights

(Stuart Montgomery 2)

Balcatta defeated Western Knights 1-0 in the first round of the 2010 Night Series at Clipsal Stadium on Sunday Night.

Balcatta's goal came from striker, Ashley Rosindale halfway through the first half.

The Knights dominated possession for most of the match and had more chances than Balcatta but just couldn't capitalise on their opportunities.

Plenty of new faces got their first major run for the Knights and the signs are looking promising.

Knights Line Up: Frazer Siddall (GK); Garth Lecky; Duncan Hind; Paul Van Dongen; David Annall (C); Matt Allen; Daniel Trim; Simon Versaico; Stuart Montgomery; Anthony Campbell; Daanial Francis.

Subs: Jakub Chudy (RGK); Ryan Shackleton; Francis Odong; Stuart Siddall.

Western Knights have returned to the training track in preparation for the 2010 Night Series which kicks off on January 31 against Balcatta at Clipsal Stadium in Inglewood.

2009 Fairest & Best, Barry Devlin has joined Victorian Premier League club, Sunshine George Cross. Linking up with coach Andy O'Dell who played for North Perth Croatia in the 1980's.

New faces seen at Western Knights pre season training for the 2010 season include:

Paul Van Dongen - from Canning City
Paul is the son of former North Perth Croatia midfielder, Archie Van Dongen. Former captain of Canning City, Paul will bring attacking flair and leadership qualities to the Knights line-up.

Stuart Montgomery - from Sorrento
Monty returns to the Knights after a spell at Sorrento. Will give the Knights another option up front.

Simon Versiacio - from Canning City
Garth Lecky - from Canning City
Duncan Hind - from Canning City

Football West have announced the 2010 Premier League Night Series fixtures with the Western Knights drawn in Group C alongside Inglewood United, Sorrento and Premier League newcomer, Balcatta.

All group stage matches will be played at the Clipsal Stadium in Inglewood.

Knights 2010 Night Series Fixtures:

Western Knights v Balcatta
Sunday January 31, 2010
Kickoff: 5:30PM

Inglewood United v Western Knights
Friday February 5, 2010
Kickoff: 8:30PM

Western Knights v Sorrento
Sunday February 14, 2010
Kickoff: 5:30PM

Leading independent WA football website, footballwa.net have named their 2009 Premier League All-Star Squad. The squad is selected by non-playing representatives from the twelve WA Premier League clubs.

David Annall was named at centre-back while Gold Medallist, David Micevski was named in the Centre Midfield for the starting eleven squad. Fraser Siddall, Stuart Ferguson and Anthony Campbell were named in the shadow squad.

Congratulations to all the Knights players and thank you to footballwa.net.

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Barry Devlin has topped off a superb season by claiming the 2009 Fairest & Best at the Western Knights Trophy Presentation Night on Saturday Night at the WA Croatian Community Centre.

The overwhelmed Irishman was rewarded for his tireless efforts across the whole pitch throughout the 2009 season. Defender Stuart Ferguson was Runner-Up to Devlin.

Loyal clubman and two time Fairest & Best winner, David Annall took out the Player's Player of the Year Award as voted by his fellow teammates.

Anthony Campbell claimed the Golden Boot Award for the most goals scored in 2009 season with Mario Marcinko not far behind him on the tally.

The remaining award winners on the night were as follows:

Reserves -
Fairest & Best - Ryan Shackleton
Runner-Up - Stuart Siddall
Most Improved - Alan Galic

Under 18's -
Fairest & Best - Philip Gorecki
Runner-Up - Caleb Becsi
Coaches Award - Ivan Skorich

Congratulations to all the award winners and all the coaching staff and players on an outstanding season.

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Western Knights midfielder, David Micevski has capped off an outstanding season by taking out the 2009 McInerney Ford Gold Medal for the most outstanding player in the Western Australian Premier League at the annual awards night held at Burswood Entertainment Complex on Friday night.

Micevski finished with 28 votes, one vote ahead of Mandurah City's Ryan Townsend to not only claim the medal but drives away in a brand new Ford Fiesta thanks to long-time sponsor, McInerney Ford.

It is only the second time in the history of the Gold Medal that a North Perth Croatia/Western Knights player has taken it out, the first time was Paul Cooke in 2006.

Congratulations to David on claiming the medal and for an outstanding 2009 season.

TROPHY PRESENTATION NIGHT -
Saturday 21 November 2009 - 7pm
@ Croatian Community Centre, Alfred Road, North Fremantle
$30 Adults, $20 Concession & Kids Under 12 Free
Includes Dinner & Entertainment
Tickets available from Committee Members

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING -
Sunday 6 December 2009 - 2:30pm
@ Nash Field, Solomon Street, Mosman Park

Perth SC captain David Onoforo turned in a best on ground performance to guide his team to a 2-0 Grand Final victory - and the title of State Champions for 2009 - over Western Knights on a sunny afternoon at Clipsal Stadium. Ian McMurray put one Perth hand on the trophy when he opened the scoring early in the second half with Onoforo sealing the win after 72 minutes. “It was a great all-round team performance from us today,” said Onoforo, clearly delighted with his teams performance. “We spoke about it in the week, about being focused and every player, including the subs, contributed to a great victory for the club today.”

The bumper crowd of 1,720 had hardly time to settle into their seats when the Knights threatened for the first time through Anthony Campbell whose cross-shot from the right drifted wide of the post. Perth weren’t to be outdone and four minutes later a crisp first time shot by Matt Danskin brought a good low save out of Frazer Siddall. There was no let up in the tempo with the two teams trading attacks in search of an opening goal. On the quarter hour Andy Bourakis’ long-range attempt was held by the Knights custodian, the ball was quickly spirited to the opposite end where Campbell flashed a header wide from Barry Devlin’s cross.

Perth had the benefit of a swirling breeze for the first half and in the 30th minute Bourakis’ 25-metres free-kick was caught by the wind, forcing Siddall to back pedal and tip the ball on to the crossbar at the last moment. Five minutes later Siddall again came to his sides rescue, saving well from Danskin’s long-range shot. At the other end, Perth youngster Luke Martino had to be alert to punch clear a David Micevski in-swinging corner. But it was Perth who ended the half on top with another Bourakis’ free-kick tipped over by Siddall, then minutes later Danskin’s shot from the right whistled narrowly the wrong side of the upright.

The second half was given a crackerjack start with Dom De Felice crashing the ball into the base of the post with Siddall well beaten, and soon after Greg Sharland’s first time strike whizzed just wide. The Knights should have taken a 53rd minute lead through Devlin but after driving inside the 18-yard box the midfielder blazed high from 10-metres. It was a costly miss as, three minutes later, Bourakis’ superbly released Onoforo whose low centre from the by-line was rammed into the net at close-range by McMurray. Controversy reigned soon after when Stuart Ferguson’s header was prevented from entering the net by De Felice, despite Knights’ claims the Perth midfielder was over the line.

With the Knights committing players forward they were always running the risk of being caught out at the back. And that’s exactly what happened on 72 minutes when Sharland’s terrific diagonal long ball found Onoforo, who expertly skipped around Ivan Zuvela before angling his low shot beyond Siddall’s reach to double Perth’s lead. Campbell and Danskin were fortunate to remain on the park following a heated clash that sparked an ugly melee, however, referee Craig Cheeseman was quick to defuse the situation. Craig Simpson had a header clear off the line by Zuvela as Perth attempted to add a third to their tally

The Knights weren’t ready to throw in the towel by any means and bombarded their opponents’ goal throughout the closing stages. Marco Warmt-Murray’s low shot was well saved by Martino, then David Annall should have done better that lift over the bar from 8-metres. 82 minutes were on the clock when Daniel Micevski teed up brother David but the midfielder blazed disappointingly high from the edge of the box. David Micevski almost made amends soon after with a cracking volley from 15-metres which cannoned back off the bar, before the final chance of the day saw Martino deny Daniel Trim.

With the final whistle came the beginning of a long night of celebrations for Perth, whose coach Graham Normanton was over the moon with his team’s performance. “We played really well today. We were primed for it and ready to go,” he said. “The conditions were difficult, the wind caused us problems. But we played some good football and the goals really speak for themselves, both were well set up and well finished. We could have scored a couple more but to win 2-0 in a final - I’m delighted!”

Knights coach Paul Price was disappointed to have fallen at the last hurdle. “Perth was the better side on the day, we had some chances but it wasn’t our day,” said Price, who rued the decision not to award a goal for Ferguson’s second half header. “The boys were convinced the ball was over the line which would have made it 1-1. Those things can change matches, but to be honest we had a few players that didn’t perform particularly well today, and Perth deserved their win.”

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Western Knights defeated Floreat Athena 2-1 on Saturday afternoon at Nash Field to earn a spot in the 2009 Football West Premier League Grand Final.

The opening minutes of the match produced little chances for both sides. Floreat had the first real chance of the match in the 13th minute after a John Migas drive shot at goal was well saved by Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall.

One minute later, the Knights had their first chance when a Dave Micevski free kick outside the box curled just past the post. Daniel Trim was then on target for a Daniel Micevski cross. Trim managed to get his head onto the ball but it sailed wide of the goal.

An passing error by Floreat's Adam Bachillor gave the ball to Knights striker, Anthony Campbell whose shot was well blocked by Floreat goalkeeper, Alex Dunn. Dunn cleared it straight to Dave Micevski. Micevski's shot was cleared by the Floreat defence.

Floreat's Jason Barrera half-volley effort found its way over the crossbar in the 34th minute. Five minutes later, the Knights had another perfect opportunity to open their account after Anthony Campbell became a loose player and gave the ball to Daniel Trim who in turn gave the ball to Dave Micevski. icevski's effort was deflected wide by the Floreat defence. The match remained 0-0 at half time.

The momentum of the match lifted for both sides but especially for the Knights in the second half. A free kick by Barry Devlin outside the box rattled the crossbar as well as the Floreat defence. Minutes later, Floreat's Branimir Mikulic perfectly rounded the Knights keeper but was denied the chance after being classed as offside.

A goal finally came in the 53rd minute for Knights. Dave Micevski made his way pass to Floreat players down the right, delivering a low range cross to Anthony Campbell. Campbell made no mistake from close range putting the ball into the back of the net and claiming his 20th goal of the season.

Dave Micevski and the Knights were not finished just yet and in the 76th minute. Micevski fired a shot from outside the box past the Floreat keeper to get the Knights a comfortable cashion late in the match.

Floreat weren't done with yet either. Branimir Mikulic managed to pull a goal back thanks to some good lead up work by Daniel Neiderberger. The last few minutes of the match seemed quite tension but the Knights defence held onto their strength.

Western Knights will now meet Perth SC in the 2009 Football West Grand Final at Clipsal Stadium in Inglewood on Saturday afternoon.

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Western Knights were defeated 3-2 by Perth S.C in the Major Semi Final at Nash Field on Sunday afternoon.

After just 2 minutes Perth took the lead. Andrew Bourakis hit his free kick out of Frazer Siddall's reach into the bottom corner from 20 yards.

Just 8 minutes later and the Knights drew level. David Micevski's corner found Anthony Campbell, who rose above the Perth defence to powerfully head home the equaliser.

On 22 minutes Perth regained their lead. Bourakis' corner found Dom De Felice, who made no mistake directing his header into the back of the net.

Perth made it 3-1 on 33 minutes, when Phil Arnold set up De Felice, who calmly finished his second goal of the match.

Knights came out with greater purpose in the second half , and were unlucky not to get a penalty when Icanovski brought down Barry Devlin inside the box.

Knights pulled a goal back on 79 minutes courtesy of David Annall. Daniel Trim floated in a cross that found the defensive stalwart, who powered his header into the roof of the net.

Despite all the Knights late rallying, the match finished 3-2 and Perth progressed to the Grand Final. Western Knights will face Floreat Athena in the Preliminary Final, 3pm on Saturday at Nash Field.

Western Knights v Perth Soccer Club
@ Nash Field
Solomon Street, Mosman Park
Sunday October 18, 2009
Kick-off: 1:00pm

The winner will progress directly to the Grand Final to be played in two weeks time, the loser will meet the winner out of the Floreat – Mandurah match for a second chance next week.

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Western Knights playmaker, David Micevski has taken out the 2009 footballwa.net Premier League Player of the Year. Micevski received 84 votes more than double the votes than his nearest rival, Armadale’s James Robinson on 41 votes.

The annual award which is co-ordinated by footballwa.net, the leading independent West Australian football website.

Players, officials and supporters are invited to cast their 3-2-1 votes on which players they think have stood out for the season.

Other Knights to figure in the top 10 include Frazer Siddall and Anthony Campbell.

Micevski has been a significant contributor to the Knights success in 2009 and will be up there as one of the favourites to take out the 2009 Football West McInerney Ford Gold Medal on November 13.

Congratulations David on becoming the first Western Knights player to take out the award and thank you to footballwa.net for organising the award.

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After finishing the 2009 Season in first position, the Western Knights now have the home ground and second chance advantage heading into the 2009 Top 5 Finals Series.

The Knights next match will be the Major Semi Final on Sunday October 18 @ Nash Field where they will take on the winner of the Qualifying Final between Perth and Floreat Athena which will be played on Saturday October 10.

If the Knights are successful in this Major Semi Final, they will head straight into the Grand Final to be played on Saturday October 31.

If the Knights are not successful in Major Semi Final, a second chance looms in the Preliminary Final to be played on Saturday October 24 @ Nash Field against the winner of the Minor Semi Final.

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First Team:
Perth 2-0 Western Knights

Western Knights have gone down to Perth 2-0 in their final match of the 2009 Western Australian Premier League season at Dorrien Gardens on Saturday.

Both sides went into the match looking very different to what we have seen during the season. The Knights were without Barry Devlin, Okwy Diamondstar, Daniel Micevski and Anthony Campbell giving an opportunity to some of the club’s younger players like Francis Odong and Ryan Shackleton.

The opening minutes of the match looked quite promising for the Knights when a Duane Hepburn shot blasted from inside the box was well saved by Perth goalkeeper, Luke Martino.

Perth’s first opportunity of the match came in the 15th minute and it proved successful when David Onoforo’s shot was well executed past Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall into the bottom left corner of the net giving Perth the lead.

Perth doubled their lead just a few minutes later when great work by midfielders Niall Shelley and Tristan Bekkouche provided Onoforo with another opportunity inside the box where he made no mistake grabbing his 14 goal of the season.

The Knights had two other opportunities just before the half time break to even up the contest. A Karl O’Reilly shot just went wide of the goal while a Duane Hepburn strike was well saved by the Perth goalkeeper, Luke Martino.

Second half brought more opportunities for the Knights to get back into the match but were unsuccessful on each occasion. Francis Odong was on hand to powerfully header an trademark Dave Micevski corner but was well saved by Martino while Daniel Francis missed up to three clear-cut chances from close range.

Perth take the final points for the 2009 season while both the Knights and Perth now head into the Top 5 Finals Series.

Reserves:
Perth 2-1 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Perth 3-3 Western Knights

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Congratulations to the Players, Coaches, Support Staff and Committee on taking out the 2009 Football West Premier League Minor Premiership!

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First Team:
Western Knights 1-1 Sorrento
Goal: Daniel Trim

A late equaliser from Shaun Kilkelly has enabled Sorrento to salvage point in a 1-1 draw with Western Knights in Round 21 of the Western Australian Premier League at Nash Field on Saturday.

With the pre-match presentation of the league trophy to the Knights, they looked on top of Sorrento for most of the match, dominated possession and just couldn’t put it on the scoreboard.

The best chance for the Knights in the first half came from Irishman Karl O’Reilly who found himself through on goal but was denied a powerful shot on goal by Sorrento defender, Danny Cain who was there to make an important tackle. While the best chance for Sorrento came from a Paul Cunningham chip into the box which found striker, Todd Harnwell. Harnwell found himself one on one with the Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall and was denied by a great save from Siddall.

The second half saw the Knights introduce Daniel Trim into the match as a replacement for the injured Marco Warmt-Murray. Trim’s experience immediately made an impact when his shot at goal from a Daniel Micevski cross was saved by the Sorrento keeper, Cyril Sharrock.

Another chance fell for the Knights in the 55th minute when a blunder by the Sorrento defence allowed Duane Hepburn to play the ball to Daniel Micevski. Micevski’s shot was blocked by Sharrock. Both Karl O’Reilly and Cormac Dawson also had unsuccessful shots at goal from rebounds after the initial shot by Daniel Micevski.

A goal finally arrived in the 62nd minute for the Knights, when a Daniel Micevski pass found an unmarked Daniel Trim who perfectly executed a low range header from less than 5 metres out to put it past the Sorrento goalkeeper and give the Knights the lead.

Just as the Knights were looking forward to the full points. A shot at goal from Sorrento midfielder, James Morgan in the 92nd minute was deflected and found its way to an unmarked Kilkelly who slotted the past Frazer Siddall.

The Knights will finish the home and away season on top of the ladder with only one more game to be played away to Perth at Dorrien Gardens on Saturday.

Reserves:
Western Knights 0-5 Sorrento

Under 18's:
Western Knights 3-0 Sorrento

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First Team:
Mandurah 2-1 Western Knights
Goal: Anthony Campbell

Western Knights went down 2-1 to Mandurah City in Round 20 of the Western Australian Premier League at Peelwood Reserve in Halls Head on Saturday night.

Only two minutes into the match, Mandurah opened their account. Andy Brown’s raid down the right delivering a cross into the box for Jake Loreto. Loreto shot from five metres out went past Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall.

Minutes later, Mandurah City were denied a second goal when Andy Brown made his way past Knights defender, Stuart Ferguson and provided another cross straight into the back post where Daniel Micevski was on hand to clear the ball.

The first opportunity for the Knights came in the 15th minute when David Micevski’s long range free kick made it’s way past Mandurah’s defensive wall only into the hands of Mandurah keeper, Phil Straker. Straker was on hand again to deny a follow-up shot by Daniel Micevski.

Straker was the hero again for Mandurah only minutes later when first David Micevski low range effort and Daniel Micevski’s effort from an Anthony Campbell cross were both denied by the Mandurah goalkeeper. Mandurah continued to look dangerous and in the 38th minute, a free kick by Stephen Payne was delivered into the box where Christian Paschkewitz’s header just went wide.

Another David Micevski free kick for the Knights was played into the box going past all the players besides Knights midfielder, Marco Warmt-Murray. Warmt-Murray’s shot was blocked by the Mandurah goalkeeper, Straker. A late first half counter attack for Mandurah saw Rafael Insaurralde’s shot go straight into the crossbar from 10 metres out. The Knights went into the main break down by one goal.

Western Knights started the second half positively and were finally rewarded when a cross from the left by Marco Warmt-Murray was miskicked by Mandurah defender, Ryan Townsend. The ball found its way to Anthony Campbell near the back post who made not mistake in firing his 18th goal of the season past Phil Straker.

The game was still now alive for both sides, Mandurah didn’t think so. In the 73rd minute, Jake Loreto received the ball once again from Andy Brown. Loreto made his way through the Knights defence firing a shot past Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall giving Mandurah the lead again.

The Knights didn’t give up when Anthony Campbell was given the room in the Knights midfield to unleash a long range shot that went wide of the goal. Towards the final minutes of the match, Frazer Siddall denied Mandurah’s Andy Brown from adding a third goal for Mandurah and Campbell’s last minute cross from the right for the Knights gave Marco Warmt-Murray a great opportunity but he lifted high at a close range effort

Despite the loss to Mandurah and with the aid of Sorrento defeating Perth on the same weekend, the Western Knights cannot be overtaken in first position and have been crowded the 2009 Minor Premiers with two regular season matches to go.

Reserves:
Mandurah 2-2 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Mandurah 1-6 Western Knights

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First Team:
Western Knights 3 - 1 Armadale
Goals: David Annall, Cormac Dawson & Stanford Hepburn

A 90th minute strike by Stanford 'Duane' Hepburn has sealed a 3-1 victory for the Western Knights over Armadale in Round 19 of the Western Australian Premier League at Nash Field on Saturday afternoon.

The Knights started the match in the form they had finished last week's match against Swan United. In the 6th minute, the Knights won a corner. David Micevski's deep ball resulted in a tussle near the goal mouth, David Annall was there with a low range header to opening the scoring for the Knights.

The domination by the Knights continued and in the 33rd minute, midfielder Cormac Dawson smashed home a half volley from the edge of the box to make it 2-0 to the home side.

To Armadale's credit despite being down by two goals at the start of the second half, they put in the effort and dominated possession. Armadale's efforts were rewarded in 52nd minute when youngster Ryan Pearson's shot on the turn found the far corner of the goals.

The result was put beyond doubt in the 90th minute when Stanford Hepburn surged forward past the Armadale defence and fired his shot into the near corner to put the Knights a step closer to the Minor Premiership.

Reserves:
Western Knights 0 - 1 Armadale

Under 18's:
Western Knights 4 - 1 Armadale

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First Team:
Swan United 0 - 4 Western Knights
Goals: Mario Marcinko, Cormac Dawson, David Micevski & Anthony Campbell

Western Knights have maintained their grip on top of the WA Premier League table after defeating Swan United 4-0 in Round 18 of the Western Australian Premier League at the Swan Italian Club on Saturday afternoon.

The Knights who had not won at Francis Street since the 2004 season went into the match with a full-strength line-up while Swan United went into the match undermanned and without key defender, Aaron Cole forcing the usual attacking minded, Damien Scali into defence.

Knights showed their dominance throughout the first half. Within the first ten minutes, striker Mario Marcinko was first to get on the scoreboard after making his way through the Swan defence on his own had a cracking shot at goal which sent the Swan goalkeeper, Corey Hugo the wrong way.

The opportunities kept coming for the Knights and twenty five minutes later the Swan defence was punished once again. Stuart Ferguson’s closer range header rebounded off the crossbar and into the feet of Cormac Dawson who slotted the ball into the back of the net to give the Knights a two goal break at half-time.

Second half began exactly how the first half finished, the Knights continually exposing the weak defence of Swan United. Barry Devlin had a number of chances for the Knights that either just went wide or hit the post.

Swan defender brought down Knights playmaker, Dave Micevski just outside the box about twenty five yards out. Micevski stepped up to take the free kick and made no mistake from distance for the second week in a row. The Swan goalkeeper got his finger tips onto the ball but it went far to wide for him to save giving the Knights a third goal.

Minutes later, up the other end of the field, Swan had a chance to steal a goal back. A Swan striker was brought down in the penalty box and the referee pointed to the spot. Damien Scali stepped up to take the penalty for Swan opposed to the Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall. Scali struck the ball to the left and it hit the post. Siddall was there to collect the rebound. Maybe the scoreline could have been different if Swan had put this penalty away.

Englishman Anthony Campbell put the icing on the cake for the Knights in the 80th minute. His thunderbolt volley strike from thirty yards out sending the Swan goalkeeper, Hugo the wrong way.

Western Knights now have fifteen wins from eighteen starts and remain in first position with Perth still behind at least a game in second position.

Reserves:
Swan United 3 - 2 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Swan United 0 - 4 Western Knights

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First Team:
Canning City 1-2 Western Knights
Goals: David Micevski & Anthony Campbell

Western Knights have recorded their fourteenth victory of the season after defeating cellar dwellers, Canning City 2-1 in Round 17 of the Western Australian Premier League at John Connell Reserve on Saturday afternoon.

The first half was a very sloppy performance by the Knights with only decent opportunity coming in the 5th minute when midfielder, Barry Devlin’s attempt at goal hit the post. Canning’s credit they were playing for survival in the Premier League and totally dominated the first half.

Canning City midfielder, Simon Versaico broke the deadlock in the 12th minute. Versaico found himself unmarked glancing his header into the back of the net past Knights keeper, Frazer Siddall. Canning went into the main break with the lead.

Second half rolled into action, Canning seemed like they were quite happy to stay with only the one goal lead and appeared to go very defensively with most of their players behind the ball. This gave the Knights the opportunity to gain more possession and have more chances at goal.

Canning made a defensive mistake in the 80th minute resulting in a free kick to the Knights about 25 yards outside the box. David Micevski stuck the ball with power and finesse past the Canning keeper, Kenny Ftynogiannis to give the Knights a vital equaliser.

When everyone thought the game was buried and the points were going to be shared between the teams, the Knights went for one more raid up forward around the 94th minute. Anthony Campbell managed to get a close range volley shot past the Canning goalkeeper giving the Knights full points.

Western Knights now sit five points clear of their nearest rival, Perth on top of the Premier League table.

Reserves:
Canning City 0-6 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Canning City 1-5 Western Knights

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First Team:
Western Knights 2-3 Inglewood United
Goals: Karl O'Reilly 2

Western Knights have bowed out of the 2009 Soccer Pools Cup after going down to Inglewood United 3-2 in the Semi Final at Dalmatinac Park on Saturday.

The Knights went into the match without the likes of David Annall and David Micevski in the starting eleven forcing coach Paul Price to reshuffle the Knights defence and midfield.

Inglewood started the match with more momentum and they were the first to get on scoreboard courtesy of midfielder, Dannie Richman. Only a few minutes later, a blunter by the Knights defence resulted in an own goal handing Inglewood another goal.

Despite a number of chances falling to the Knights forwards in the first half, they couldn’t capitalise and Inglewood went into the half-time break with the lead.

Early in the second half, Knights Irish import, Karl O’Reilly was introduced into the match in place of David Pepper. The move proved positive after O’Reilly was on hand to tap in an Anthony Campbell cross from the right in the 66th minute giving the Knights a glimmer of hope.

This hope was dashed ten minutes later when Inglewood midfielder, Aaron Colli found himself in a one on one situation with Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall. Colli’s shot went past Siddall and into the back of the net giving Inglewood the match winner.

Karl O’Reilly good efforts in the second half were again rewarded when he scored a goal in the 85th minute. This somewhat restored some respectability to the scoreline in what was a grim day for the Knights.

Inglewood United will now meet Floreat Athena in the 2009 Soccer Pools Cup Final while the Western Knights can now concentrate on capturing the league minor premiership and the Top Five Finals Series.

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First Team:
Western Knights 1 - 0 Cockburn City
Goal: Anthony Campbell

Western Knights have defeated Cockburn City 1-0 on Saturday afternoon at Dalmatinac Park, courtesy of a first half goal by Knights striker Anthony Campbell.

Knights started the stronger side, with Stanford Hepburn hitting the post early on in a one on one with Cockburn keeper Aleksic.

As the half drew on Hepburn hit the workwork yet again, after being cleverly set up by Mario Marcinko.

In the 40th minute the Knights deservedly took the lead. David Micevski's powerful shot was parried away by Aleksic, and eventually fell to Anthony Campbell who only had to tap in from close range.

The second half had fewer chances, but the Knights did more then enough to hold on for the 1-0 victory and remain two points ahead of Perth S.C at the top of the Premier League table.

Reserves:
Western Knights 1 - 1 Cockburn City

Under 18's:
Western Knights 4 - 2 Cockburn City

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First Team:
Western Knights 2 - 0 Floreat Athena
Goals: Anthony Campbell & Mario Marcinko

Western Knights have surpassed Perth at the top of the Premier League table after defeating Floreat Athena 2-0 on a fine winter Sunday afternoon at Litis Stadium.

Knights dominated the early stages of the first half but failed to create many clear cut chances.

A crucial breakthrough came in the 41st minute, when Dave Micevski initial shot at goal was rebounded by Floreat keeper, Alex Dunn. Anthony Campbell was on hand to expertly header the rebound past the keeper and into the back of the net.

The second half brought more opportunities for the Knights as well Athena to get back into the match.

The blow for Athena came late into injury time when defender Dean Apelgren brought down Knights striker, Stanford Hepburn in the penalty box. Referee Steve Gregory awarded the Knights a penalty while Apelgren received his marching orders for the last man challenge.

Knights leading goalscorer, Mario Marcinko stepped up to the spot and slotted the ball past Floreat keeper, Alex Dunn to seal the 2-0 victory and send the Knights to the top of the table at the end of Round 15.

Reserves:
Western Knights 2 - 2 Floreat Athena

Under 18's:
Western Knights 2 - 5 Floreat Athena

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First Team:
Western Knights 2-0 Stirling Lions
Goals: Daniel Micevski & Mario Marcinko

Western Knights continued their superb home form, defeating Stirling Lions 2-0 on Saturday at Nash Field in Round 14 of the Western Australian Premier League.

The Knights dominated the match right from the outset. David Micevski's long range effort in the 8th minute rocketed straight into the cross bar.

Daniel Micevski was the first to open the ledger for the Knights in the 16th minute. Pouncing on a through ball and with only the Stirling goalkeeper, Kevin Miller to beat. Micevski directed his shot into the bottom corner and made no mistake.

Just before half-time around the 40th minute, Mario Marcinko was on hand to receive a long throw-in by Barry Devlin. Marcinko flicked his left foot shot into the near corner to give the Knights a handy half time lead.

The Knights continued their dominance in the second half and the Micevski brothers had good chances to extend their lead, with former Knights keeper Kevin Miller equal to the task.

A 2-0 victory was enough in the end for the Knights to cruise to their eighth home victory of the season and remain equal points with Perth at the top of the Premier League table.

Reserves:
Western Knights 5-2 Stirling Lions

Under 18's:
Western Knights 0-0 Stirling Lions

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First Team:
Inglewood United 0-2 Western Knights
Goals: David Micevski & Anthony Campbell

Second half goals from David Micevski and Anthony Campbell secured the Western Knights a 2-0 victory over Inglewood United in Round 13 of the WA Premier League at Clipsal Stadium on Saturday.

It was fair to say that it was very ordinary first half of action by both the Knights and Inglewood. Western Knights couldn’t capitalise on a number of chances.

The best chance of the first half went to Anthony Campbell, with a cleaner path through to goal his resulting shot was well blocked by Inglewood goalkeeper, Oliver Taseski. Both sides went into the major break scoreless.

It was most of the same early in the second half for both sides, but the tided changed late in the match when the Knights gained the momentum.

The deadlock was finally broken in the 71st minute when a David Micevski low range shot finally found the back of the net after making its way through a packed penalty area. It was welcome relief for the travelling Western Knights supporters.

Western Knights striker, Anthony Campbell put the icing on the cake for the Knights in the 86th minute. Inglewood left to ponder whether the loss could hurt their push for a final top five position, while for the Knights their battle for first position with Perth continues.

With Perth going down to ECU Joondalup in this round, the win for Knights moves them to equal points on the table as Perth and goal difference now only separates the teams.

Reserves:
Inglewood United 2-0 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Inglewood United 0-3 Western Knights

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First Team:
Western Knights 3 - 1 ECU Joondalup
Goals: Stanford Hepburn, Anthony Campbell, Cormac Dawson

Late goals from Anthony Campbell and Cormac Dawson have ensured the Western Knights a 3-1 victory over ECU Joondalup at Nash Field on Saturday afternoon.

The best chances of the first half fell to Barry Devlin, who squandered two free headers inside the box. The scores remained locked at 0-0 going into half-time.

The turning point of the match came in the 60th minute when ECU Joondalup midfielder, Steve Porter received a straight red card for a studs up tackle on Knights defender, David Annall.

Just two minutes later and Knights took the lead when Stanford Hepburn latched onto a through ball and cleverly flicked his header over the advancing keeper into the net.

ECU Joondalup substitute, Joseph Lado restored parity in the 72nd minute when his shot hit the underside of the bar before finding the goals in a one on one with Knights keeper, David Khuen.

In the 82nd minute the Knights took the lead. Hepburn flicked the ball on for strike partner, Anthony Campbell who turned past one defender before poking the ball underneath veteran ECU goalkeeper, Andy Petterson with his left foot to make it 2-1.

Cormac Dawson sealed the 3-1 victory in the 84th minute with a half volley from the edge of the box to give the Knights their seventh home victory in the league this season.

Reserves:
Western Knights 3 - 2 ECU Joondalup

Under 18's:
Western Knights 1 - 2 ECU Joondalup

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First Team:
Western Knights 4 - 0 South West Phoenix
Goals: Mario Marcinko 3, David Micevski

A Mario Marcinko hat-trick within the opening nineteen minutes set up a 4-0 victory for Western Knights over South West Phoenix in the Quarter Finals of the Soccer Pools Cup on Saturday afternoon.

It took Marcinko only five minutes to open the scoring. Out of nowhere Marcinko blasted a left foot volley into the roof of the net from a tight angle.

On eighteen minutes the difference in quality between the Western Knights, a Premier League club and South West Phoenix, a First Division club seemed evident, when Marcinko extended the Knights lead to 2-0. A deep Daniel Micevski corner was met at the back post by Marcinko who simply headed the ball on it's way into the goals.

Just a minute later Marcinko's left foot shot on the turn completed the perfect hat-trick; right foot, header, left foot.

Western Knights extended their lead in the 52nd minute when Daniel Micevski set up brother David, who smashed home the fourth goal to catapult the Knights into the Cup Semi Finals.

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First Team:
Western Knights 1 - 3 Perth SC
Goal: Mario Marcinko

Western Knights have gone down 3-1 to Perth SC in the highly anticipated top of the table clash in Round 11 of the WA Premier League.

Going into the match, Knights started with their three strikers namely Anthony Campbell, Duane Hepburn and Mario Marcinko in an attempt to play a more attacking game. Early in the first half it looked promising for the Knights having most of the possession and creating a number of chances but just couldn’t finish.

The turning point came in the 35th minute, when Knights defender David Annall was given a yellow card, allegedly manhandling Perth striker, Genaveo Human. Perth gained the momentum from that point, and in the 40th minute the Perth midfield provided a great through ball to striker, Genaveo Human. With only Knights defender, Okwy Diamondstar to beat, Human did that and his shot went past Knights goalkeeper, David Khuen to give Perth a lead going into the half time break.

The real blow came for the Knights in the first two minutes of the second half. Perth strikers, David Onoforo and Phil Arnold made the Knights pay for two defensive mistakes by scoring a further two goals within the space of a few minutes.

Mario Marcinko scored a late goal for the Knights in the 82nd minute but it was too little too late with the three points heading to Dorrien Gardens in Round 11.

With the Knights first loss in over two months they drop to outright second place on the ladder while Perth are now one game clear of the Knights at the top of the table.

Western Knights now face First Division side, South West Phoenix in the Quarter Finals of the Soccer Pools Cup at Nash Field on Saturday.

Reserves:
Western Knights 3 - 3 Perth SC

Under 18's:
Western Knights 4 - 3 Perth SC

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Western Knights welcome Perth S.C to Nash Field in a top of the table Round 11 clash on Saturday. Both sides are sitting on 25 points after ten matches, with only goal difference separating the two clubs.

The early season form of the Knights has been breathtaking, having won the last seven matches on the trot. Having built their season on their home form, they yet to drop a point at Nash Field. Last weekend Western Knights recorded a crucial away victory, defeating Sorrento 2-1 at Percy Doyle Reserve. Duane Hepburn was instrumental, scoring his first goal for the season, while David Micevski chipped in with a late first half goal. David Price is facing a race against time to recover from his knee injury to face his former club, Perth.

Since Perth lost almost three weeks ago to Floreat Athena, they have managed to refind their winning form, disposing of Sorrento and Cockburn without conceding a goal. Graham Normanton's side will be without the influential Todd Howarth who is travelling with Perth Glory to Adelaide while Antonio Naglieri is a doubtful starter. Perth have the best attacking record in the league, with pintsize striker, David Onoforo on 8 goals, Greg Sharland on 7 and Todd Howarth on 6.

Western Knights' Recent Form:
(A) def. Sorrento 2-1
(H) def. Mandurah City 1-0
(A) def. Armadale 2-1
(H) def. Swan United 2-1

Perth's Recent Form:
(H) def. Cockburn City 2-0
(A) def. Sorrento 3-0
(H) lost to Floreat Athena 3-2
(A) def. Mandurah City 3-2

Tell your family, tell your friends; Nash Field is the place to be at 3pm on Saturday afternoon for this season defining clash.

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First Team:
Sorrento 1 - 2 Western Knights
Goals: Stanford Hepburn, David Micevski

First half goals from Stanford Hepburn and David Micevski set up a 2-1 victory for Western Knights over Sorrento at Percy Doyle Reserve on Saturday afternoon.

Knights started brightly and took the lead in the 28th minute. Anthony Campbell played a through ball to Stanford Hepburn, who powered past the Sorrento defence before slotting the ball around Sorrento keeper Cyril Sharrock.

One minute from half time the Knights scored a crucial second goal. Daniel Micevski's cross set up brother David, who only had to finish from close range to make it 2-0 at the interval.

In the 72nd minute Stuart Montgomery reduced the scoreline to 2-1. A header was flicked on to the former Knights player, who finished past keeper David Khuen.

With just minutes remaining Daniel Micevski was stretchered off with a knee injury, but even with a less man Knights were able to hold on for the 2-1 victory.

Knights coach Paul Price was thrilled to take away the 3 points. "The first half I thought we were superb. We bossed the game and the two lads up front caused them all sorts of problems. We scored two goals, and probably should have had three or four. That's as good as we played all season."

Price admitted his side had to dig deep in the second half and grind out the victory. "We came out in the second half and didn't play as well, we sat back a bit when I wanted them to go forward. To be fair to Sorrento, they had a go, they kept going forward and put us under a bit of pressure and eventually their pressure paid off and we were basically holding on at the end."

Reserves:
Sorrento 0 - 0 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Sorrento 5 - 1 Western Knights

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Western Knights have drawn a home fixture against first division side South West Phoenix in the Soccer Pools Cup Quarter Finals.

The fixture will be played on the 4th of July at Nash Field.

The Full Draw was as follows:
Perth vs Stirling Lions
Western Knights vs South West Phoenix
Armadale vs Floreat Athena
Inglewood United vs Shamrock Rovers

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First Team:
Western Knights 1 - 0 Mandurah City
Goal: Anthony Campbell

A 75th minute winner from Anthony Campbell handed the Western Knights a 1-0 victory over fourth placed Mandurah City on Saturday afternoon at Nash Field.

The first half had few chances, with the best falling to Knights defender David Annall. David Micevski's long range free kick found Annall, whose header flashed wide of the goals.

Another Knights defender, Stuart Ferguson had a chance to score the opening goal in the 55th minute. Daniel Micevski's corner found Ferguson, but the tall defender directed his header agonisingly wide.

With 15 minutes remaining Knights broke the deadlock. Barry Devlin capitalised on a defensive error, before Daniel Trim set up Anthony Campbell for an easy tap in.

Mandurah surged forward in search of an equaliser, but the Knights were able to hold on for the 1-0 victory that lifts them to second on the Premier League table.

Reserves:
Western Knights 2 - 1 Mandurah City

Under 18's:
Western Knights 5 - 1 Mandurah City

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First Team:
Armadale 1 - 2 Western Knights
Goals: Anthony Campbell, David Annall

Western Knights defeated Armadale 2-1 at Alfred Skeet Oval on Saturday afternoon courtesy of goals from Anthony Campbell and David Annall.

The match started out as an even contest with neither side able to take hold of the match. Mario Marcinko came off on 20 minutes after a collision with Armadale keeper Kenny Ftynohiannis and Stanford Hepburn replaced him.

Knights began to press forward and took the lead in the 24th minute. Daniel Micevski's cross from the right was missed by Hepburn before falling to Anthony Campbell at the back post who headed home the opening goal.

Despite the Knights creating many opportunities, it wasn't until the 71st minute that they extended their lead. From a textbook corner club stalwart David Annall was unmarked and his powerful header found the roof of the goals.

Armadale pulled a goal back on 87 minutes through Gary Faria, but the Knights were able to hold on for the 2-1 win and claim their fifth successive league victory.

Reserves:
Armadale 0 - 4 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Armadale 0 - 0 Western Knights

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The momentum is building for the 2009 National Secondary Schools Soccer Championships to be held in Perth in August with the announcement of the 16-man Western Australian squad during the week.

Two Western Knights players have been named in the squad. Defender Alen Galic who has been a regular tower of defence in the Reserves while striker, Papa Kpatar who is currently leading goalscorer for the Under 18's.

The 2009 Western Australian Schoolboys Squad includes Jermaine Lewis, David Nairn (Armadale), Nick Feely, Devon Gibson, Ryan Pretorious, Jamie Street (Cockburn City), Mitchell Crocker, Kynon Melling (Forrestfield United), Rhys Loxley, Josh Periera, Luke Randazzo (Perth SC), Todd Ross (Sorrento), Liam Boland (Stirling Lions), Max Clarke (Subiaco United), Alen Galic and Papa Kpatar (Western Knights). Standby Players: Tom Swift (Stirling), Gerado Soto (Forrestfield) and Tim Robertson (Trinity College).

Knights Army would like to wish both Alan and Papa all the best!

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First Team:
Western Knights 6-1 Balcatta SC
Goals: Anthony Campbell 2, David Micevski, Mario Marcinko, Daniel Micevski & Own Goal

Western Knights have booked themselves a place in the quarter finals of 2009 Soccer Pools Cup after a 6-1 thumping of first division club, Balcatta at Grindleford Reserve on Saturday.

Right from the outset, the Knights forwards caused havoc for the Balcatta defence. With a number of chances either going wide or hitting the bar. Balcatta had two rare chances going forward in the first half with both Luke O’Neill and Bobby Klenkoski unsuccessful on each occasion.

Anthony Campbell finally broke the deadlock for the Knights in the 42nd minute when he raised to header the ball in the back of the net after a perfectly executed Daniel Micevski corner.

The Knights weren’t done with for the first half and four minutes later Barry Devlin was brought down on the edge of the penalty area by Balcatta defender, Carlo Di Toro. David Micevski’s low rocket free kick managed to make its way through the Balcatta defence giving the Knights a 2-0 lead at half-time.

Balcatta came out blazing after half-time despite the score line. Ashley Rosindale pulled a goal back for Balcatta in the 50th minute, courtesy of a Damien Todorovic volley which rebounded off the bar.

Three minutes later, Balcatta received a controversial penalty after Balcatta midfielder, Andy O’Neill was allegedly brought down in the penalty box by Knights defender, Stuart Ferguson. Damien Todorovic stepped up to take the penalty but the Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall was on hand to make a remarkable save to deny Balcatta an equaliser.

From then on, the Knights totally dominated the match and it eventually shown on the scoreboard. Western Knights leading goalscorer, Mario Marcinko made it 3-1 for Knights in the 62nd minute after he rounded the Balcatta goalkeeper and chipped the ball onto the crossbar and into the back of the net.

In the 78th minute, Anthony Campbell got his second goal of the match after he swept the ball in from 5 metres out giving the Knights a 4-1 lead. Knights defender, David Annall wanted to get in on the act too, his close range attempt at goal was unsuccessfully headed the wrong way by a Balcatta defender and into the back of the net handing the Knights their fifth goal only a few minutes later.

The final nail in the coffin for Balcatta came in the 82nd minute, Daniel Micevski made his way through several Balcatta defenders to score from close range. Western Knights now advance to the quarter finals of the 2009 Soccer Pools Cup to be played sometime in August.

Reserves:
Western Knights 0-1 Bayswater City

Under 18's
Western Knights 1-4 Bayswater City

After seven rounds of the Football West State Premier League, Western Knights striker Mario Marcinko leads the top goalscorers chart with 8 goals to his name. Marcinko is only one goal clear of Swan United's Damian Scali with the rest of the field on 6 goals or less.

For the Reserves, Knights Karl O'Reilly makes an appearance on the list with 4 goals. Papa Kapitar has 4 goals for the Knights Under 18's.

You can view the complete list by selecting the Top Goal Scorers link on the left hand side menu.

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First Team:
Western Knights 2 - 1 Swan United
Goals: Okwy Diamondstar, Mario Marcinko

Two first half goals from Okwy Diamondstar and Mario Marcinko have led the Western Knights to a 2-1 victory over Swan United at Nash Field on Saturday afternoon.

The Knights deservedly took the lead in the 26th minute. David Micevski's powerful free kick was well saved by Swan goalkeeper, Cory Hugo. The rebound fell straight to Okwy Diamondstar who volleyed home the opening goal from close range.

In the 34th minute Knights extended their lead to 2-0. Yet another David Micevski free kick was struck into the wall, and fell into the path of Mario Marcinko who finished clinically from close range.

The lead for the Knights could have been extended in the 65th minute after a Cormac Dawson cross fell to Daniel Micevski who smashed the ball into the far corner of the goal, but the linesman raised his flag for offside and the goal was disallowed.

Swan pulled back a consolation goal late into injury time to add respectability to the scoreline. Damian Scali managed to get his head onto Robert Monterosso cross with the ball sailing past Knights goalkeeper, Frazer Siddall.

It was little too late for Swan who were on a three match winning streak, as the Knights held on for a 2-1 victory and keep pressure on the top of the table with Perth and Floreat Athena.

Reserves:
Western Knights 2 - 1 Swan United

Under 18s:
Western Knights 5 - 2 Swan United

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First Team:
Western Knights 4 - 2 Canning City
Goals: Mario Marcinko (3), Cormac Dawson

Western Knights have defeated newly promoted side Canning City 4-2 on Saturday afternoon at Nash Field.

Mario Marcinko was the hero, scoring a hat-trick which takes him to 7 league goals after 6 rounds.

Knights opened the scoring after just 8 minutes when a Campbell header gifted Marcinko a simple tap-in.

In a dominant first half display Daniel Micevski and Campbell missed chances to extend the lead for the Knights, and the score remained at 1-0 at the interval.

In the 51st minute Knights extended their lead when a Campbell cross set up Marcinko who was able to score his second for the match.

Several minutes later and Mario Marcinko claimed his hat-trick to give the Knights a formiddable lead.

Canning clawed their way back into the contest, and a second half double by Paul Van Dongen reduced the margin to 3-2.

In the 85th minute Cormac Dawson sealed the victory, calmly converting a penalty to send the Knights to their third consecutive victory.

Reserves:
Western Knights 4 - 0 Canning City

Under 18s:
Western Knights 0 - 1 Canning City

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First Team:
Western Knights 3 - 2 Cockburn City
Goals: Anthony Campbell (2), Mario Marcinko

A second half brace by Anthony Campbell has helped the Knights record their third consecutive home victory of the season, defeating Cockburn City 3-2 on Saturday afternoon at Nash Field.

It took the Knights only 16 minutes to open the scoring, when a through ball allowed Mario Marcinko to hit his left foot shot under the keeper and into the back of the net.

An accidental collision just before the interval left David Price badly injured, and the midfielder is unlikely to feature for some time.

Just four minutes after the break and the Knights were ahead 2-0. A powerful run down the left by Anthony Campbell left him with a defender to beat, and a deflection from the keeper hit Campbell and fortuitously found the goals.

On 53 minutes Cockburn got a goal back through Dos Santos, who hit his shot on the turn from the edge of the area.

Knights extended their lead to 3-1 on 71 minutes. A glancing header from Anthony Campbell left Cockburn keeper Aleksic glued to his line, and the Englishman found the far top corner.

Grigo scored a consolation goal for Cockburn deep in extra time but it was little too late, as the Knights move to 10 points and close in on Perth at the top of the table.

Reserves:
Western Knights 5 - 3 Cockburn City

Under 18s:
Western Knights 1 - 2 Cockburn City
Goal: Papa Kpatar

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First Team:
Western Knights 3 - 1 Floreat Athena
Goals: Barry Devlin, Anthony Campbell, Cormac Dawson

Western Knights have recorded their second successive home victory of the season, defeating Floreat Athena 3-1 at Nash Field on Sunday afternoon.

Knights started the brighter side but Anthony Campbell and Daniel Micevski wasted their early chances.

Floreat took the lead in the 41st minute when a Simon Elton-Bott cross fortuitously evaded everyone and found the corner of the goals.

Knights responded quickly and restored parity in first half stoppage time. Daniel Micevski delivered a corner from the right and found the unmarked Barry Devlin who headed home the equaliser.

The second half began in a similar fashion to the first, as David Micevski and Mario Marcinko squandered chances to take the lead.

On 59 minutes Barry Devlin played a through ball to Anthony Campbell, and the powerful Englishman utilised the gap at the near post to put the Knights in front 2-1.

The result was put beyond doubt in the 68th minute when a charging run by David Price allowed him to set up the unmarked Cormac Dawson, who in his return to first team action sealed the 3 points for the Knights.

Reserves:
Western Knights 1 - 2 Floreat Athena
Goal: Davyid Pepper

Under 18's:
Western Knights 1 - 0 Floreat Athena
Goal: Papa Kpatar

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First Team:
Stirling Lions 2 - 2 Western Knights
Goals: Mario Marcinko (2)

A double to Mario Marcinko wasn't enough for the Western Knights to take the full points, as they drew 2-2 with Stirling Lions in Round 3 of the Football West Premier League on Saturday afternoon at Macedonia Park.

Stirling were the first to get on the scoresheet in the 10th minute. The Knights defence was unable to deal with a well taken Stirling corner and midfielder, Jordan Rhodes pounced on the opportunity to score from close range.

Western Knights responded with style in 14 minutes when Mario Marcinko lached into a ball from Daniel Micevski. Marcinko cleverly chipped the Stirling keeper, Mark Bentley to restore parity.

Just two minutes later, Daniel Micevski again set up Mario Marcinko who yet again chipped the Stirling keeper to complete his double. Knights went into half-time with a 2-1 lead.

Stirling gained most of the possession in the second half and the Knights provided limited chances to extend their lead.

A Marc Anthony volley from a set piece found the bottom corner of the goal giving the Lions a vital equaliser in the 87th minute.

Deep into extra time, Knights substitute, Stanford Hepburn had a great opportunity to win the match but his shot went agonisingly wide.

The match ended 2-2 with both the Knights and Lions sharing the points. The Knights have 4 points after 3 league matches.

Reserves:
Stirling Lions 1 - 4 Western Knights

Under 18's:
Stirling Lions 1 - 3 Western Knights

Western Knights will take on First Division side, Balcatta in the Second Round of the 2009 Soccer Pools Cup to be played on May 30 or 31.

Balcatta will have the home advantage and the Knights will be looking again to defend the Cup they won last season.

The last time the two clubs met in a competitive match was 11 years ago in 1998, when they played off in the West Ham Cup Final. The Knights were successful on the night and this was the first trophy won under coaches, Ronnie Campbell and Willie Kelly.

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First Team:
Western Knights 4 - 0 Inglewood United
Goals: Mario Marcinko, Daniel Micevski (2), Barry Devlin

Western Knights have recorded their first victory for the 2009 league season, defeating Inglewood United 4-0 at Nash Field on Saturday afternoon.

Knights were rampant in the first half and it took the home side only 5 minutes to open the scoring. Mario Marcinko's header followed by a goal mouth scramble resulted in the ball being bundled over the line.

On 19 minutes Mario Marcinko set up Daniel Micevski who extended the Knights lead to 2-0 with a clinical finish.

In the 38th minute a last man challenge by Jason Colli in the box reduced Inglewood to 10 men. Daniel Micevski stepped up to the penalty spot and completed his double by slotting the ball to the keepers right.

A minute before the interval Micevski linked up with Devlin, and Barry made no mistake as his shot rocketed into the bottom corner.

The second half was more of a training session for the Knights as they retained possession and held their commandable lead.

Knights best chance of the second half involved David Micevski's thunderbolt shot that Ollie Taseski was just able to punch away.

Inglewood's day just got worse in the 82nd minute when they were reduced to 9 men for a second yellow card to Kevin Griffiths resulting from dissent.

In the end the 4-0 victory was testament to the superb team performance displayed by the Knights.

Reserves:
Western Knights 0 - 2 Inglewood United

Under 18's:
Western Knights 3 - 1 Inglewood United
Goals: Papa Kpatar (2), Robert Harvey

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First Team:
ECU Joondalup 1 - 0 Western Knights

ECU Joondalup has defeated Western Knights 1-0 in their Opening Round Clash at Joondalup on Saturday afternoon. Scott Bushby came back to haunt his old club with his first half strike while both sides were reduced to 10 men in a fiesty encounter.

Knights started the stronger side and almost took the lead in the 3rd minute. Daniel Micevski's corner found Anthony Campbell, who powered his free header just over the bar.

David Micevski rocketed a free kick at the ECU goal in the 7th minute but the ball went agonisingly wide.

Joondalup took the lead in the 41st minute as Scott Bushby latched onto a free kick with a neat volley that found the back of the net.

In the 52nd minute Barry Devlin had a goal disallowed for the Knights following a dubious high foot challenge.

The day just got worse for the Knights when David Annall received a red card for dissent.

The match continued to be played at boiling point and Scott Bushby was next to get sent off for grabbing David Micevski high behind play.

The only positive for the Knights was the performance of goalkeeper Frazer Siddall, who pulled off a string of fine saves.

In the end the Knights were unable to find an equaliser, as ECU Joondalup claimed the 1-0 win in a match that seemed to have more cards then highlights.

Reserves:
ECU Joondalup 3 - 0 Western Knights

Under 18's:
ECU Joondalup 2 - 0 Western Knights

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First Team:
Western Knights 10 - 0 Rockingham
Goals: Anthony Campbell (4), Barry Devlin (3), Mario Marcinko, David Micevski, Own Goal

Western Knights have progressed to the Second Round of the Soccer Pools Cup after thumping First Division side, Rockingham City 10-0 on Saturday afternoon.

Rockingham City took the game right to the Knights in the first 15 minutes of the match. Former Knights midfielder, Michael Vaz shot just went wide after 10 minutes and this proved to be the only highlight of the match for Rockingham and it was all the Knights from there.

Around the 25th minute of the game, Knights striker, Barry Devlin found midfielder, David Micevski in the penalty box. Micevski's low shot was pushed away by Rockingham keeper, Tim Smith.

Anthony Campbell's first of four goals came in the 35th minute when he managed to make his way through three Rockingham defenders to fire a shot past Smith.

Three minutes later, Campbell made it two goals for himself and the Knights by slamming a shot from close range after the inital free kick by Micevski was blocked by the Rockingham keeper.

Campbell completed his hat-trick before half-time after heading home a cross from Daniel Micevski on the right and it was into injury time of the first half when a Rockingham City defender slotted the ball into their own net making it 4-0 to the Knights at half-time.

The second half of the match bought even more goals for the Knights.

Fifteen minutes into the second half, Anthony Campbell beat the offside trap to make it four goals for himself and give the Knights a 5-0 lead.

The Rockingham defence opened their floodgates and Barry Devlin decided to get in on the act, heading the ball past the Rockingham keeper in the 61st minute.

Knights midfielder, Luka Jukic was given his marching orders in the 70th minute of the match after an off the ball incident with Rockingham City midfielder, Luka Ivancic. This was the only sour note to the Knights day of dominance.

Barry Devlin got his second goal of the match in the 75th minute after a fine header from a text book Daniel Micevski corner.

David Micevski was having a fantastic match in the midfield, and in 80th minute made a raging run through the Rockingham defence and he rounded the Rockingham keeper before calmly finishing to make it 8-0.

Mario Marcinko was next to get on the scoresheet in the 84th minute getting down low to head home another Micevski cross.

Barry Devlin completed his hat-trick in injury time of the second half to seal a 10-0 victory and ensure the Knights a place in the Second Round of the Soccer Pools Cup.

Reserves:
Western Knights 8 - 2 Rockingham
Goals: Karl O'Reilly (3), Daniel Trim (2), Marco Warmt-Murray, Davyid Pepper, Own Goal

Under 18's:
Western Knights 3 - 1 Rockingham

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Western Knights are out to defend the cup when they take on First Division side, Rockingham City in the First Round of 2009 Soccer Pools Cup on Saturday.

Despite being knocked out of the Night Series Semi Finals to Floreat Athena, the Knights pre-season campaign has still proven to be quite successful and the side has surprised at lot of the knockers having already claimed a piece of silverware in 2009 after defeating Sorrento in the Charity Shield.

The Knights will look to experienced campaigners such as David Annall, the Micevski Brothers and Luka Jukic to lead the way.

While off-season signings, David Price, Anthony Campbell and Okwy Diamondstar will be out to impress and prove that they will be valuable additions to the Knights line-up in 2009.

Rockingham City are coming off a successful pre-season where they claimed the 2009 First Division Night Series Title over Wanneroo last weekend and will be looking to players such as Craig Olejnik, Richard Lacey and Craig McCreery. Meanwhile midfielder, Michael Vaz also makes a return to Nash Field to take on his former club.

It’s been a long time between drinks for both clubs, the Knights and Rockingham City were regarded as the Premier League’s relegation battlers in the early 1990’s and each club have gone their different directions since those days. The Knights went onto have their most successful years in the Premier League while Rockingham City have maintained a major presence in the First Division for most of that time.

This past history should bring an exciting battle between the two clubs this Saturday.

Western Knights v Rockingham City
Saturday March 28, 2009
Nash Field, Mosman Park
Kick-off: 3:00pm

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Western Knights 1 - 2 Floreat Athena
Goal: Barry Devlin

Western Knights unbeaten season came to an abupt end on Friday evening, losing 2-1 to Floreat Athena in the Night Series Semi Finals.

Knights started the better side and good chances were squandered in the first half by David Micevski and Barry Devlin.

Four minutes before the interval Athena took the lead. James Isaia's long ball found David Foster who slotted the ball around the advancing Frazer Siddall and into the back of the net.

Knights also had their chances in the second half, with David Price's long range shot hitting the bar and Stuart Ferguson's header narrowly missing.

On 76 minutes Athena extended their lead when Scott set up Foster across the box who finished past Siddall.

Knights got a goal back in the 89th minute, when Daniel Micevski cut inside from the right and his square ball was clinically put away by Barry Devlin.

In the final few minutes Siddall was unlucky to get red carded while Knights pushed forward in hope of an equaliser.

But it was little to late for the Knights, as Athena held on for a Night Series Finals berth.

Knights coach Paul Price was left pondering what might have been if they put away their chances. “I thought we had better periods of play and played more like the home side tonight,” said Paul. “But towards the end of the first half we were having a few a problems at the back and we went behind just before half-time. Credit to the boy who scored it - it was a difficult chance and he finished it well. We were just unable to get that breakthrough. David Price hit the post and Stuart Ferguson came close with that header that went across the goal. I thought he was exceptional tonight, probably our best player.”

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Western Knights 4 - 1 Sorrento
Goals: Daniel Micevski (2), Mario Marcinko (2)

Western Knights have claimed their first piece of silverware for the 2009 season, defeating Sorrento 4-1 in the Charity Shield at Members Equity on Saturday afternoon.

Man of the match Daniel Micevski and Mario Marcinko scored two each for the Knights.

Just two minutes into the match Sorrento took an unexpected lead when they capitalised on a Knights defensive error and Montgomery slotted home underneath the approaching Frazer Siddall.

On 19 minutes parity was restored when Daniel Micevski received the ball on the wing and dribbled past four Sorrento defenders before unleashing a superb shot that found the far corner of the net.

The remainder of the first half was void of any clear cut chances and the scores remained locked at 1-1 at the break.

Knights took control of the match in the second half, and on 51 minutes had taken the lead. Anthony Campbell set up Mario Marcinko who slotted it into the bottom corner.

On 54 minutes Knights extended their lead to 3-1. David Price ran at the Sorrento defence before playing it to Daniel Micevski and on a tight angle in the box striked the ball hard into the roof of the net.

Mario Marcinko put the icing on the cake for the Knights on 68 minutes when he chipped the Sorrento keeper from distance to seal victory and ensure the 2009 Charity Shield was going to Nash Field.

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Western Knights 2 - 2 Swan I.C
Goals: Adam Francis, Michael De Souza

Western Knights have drawn 2-2 with Swan United in their final group match of the 2009 McInerney Ford Night Series at BGC Stadium on Friday night.

With the Knights already gaining a place in the 2009 Night Series Semi Finals after their victory over Sorrento last weekend, coach Paul Price took the opportunity to blood many of the club’s youngsters.

The first goal of the game came late in the first half from an Adam Francis driving shot just outside the box after being delivered the ball by midfielder, Luka Jukic. The Knights went into half-time with a 1-0 lead and full of confidence after totally dominating possession in the first half.

Swan were first to equalise in the second half after a handball by Knights defender, Nathan Grego in the penalty box with Swan striker, Matthew Xerri making no mistake at the spot sending Knights keeper, Frazer Siddall the wrong way.

With the game still in any sides reach, the Knights hit back on a counter attack. David Price set up Luka Jukic for a shot at goal. The shot was denied by Swan goalkeeper, Chris Ramsay but Michael De Souza was on hand to put the ball in the net from the rebound.

Late in stoppage time, Swan midfielder Trent Wood found striker, Damian Scali on the right hand side of the box. Scali crossed the ball in and found Aaron Cole who put away the equalising goal.

The Knights claimed one point from the match and are now preparing themselves to take on Sorrento in the 2009 Charity Shield on Saturday afternoon.

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This Friday Night, Western Knights take on Swan United in their final Group A match in the 2009 McInerney Ford Night Series at BGC Stadium (Dorrien Gardens).

The Knights have already qualified for the semifinals of the Night Series after a 2-0 victory over Sorrento last Friday night at Litis Stadium.

Both Stuart Ferguson and Daniel Trim will miss the clash against Swan United through suspension and work commitments respectively while David Annall remains in doubt after sustaining an ankle injury in last Friday’s match against Sorrento. Luka Jukic and Mario Marcinko are both almost certain to come back in the Knights side.

Swan United still remains pointless in the 2009 Night Series so far, technically they cannot make the finals but they will be still looking to restore some pride back in the side. They were defeated 2-0 by ECU Joondalup last weekend.

Experienced midfielder, Tom Shepheard is doubt for the match after limbing off with leg injury against ECU Joondalup and will be looking to players like Aaron Cole and Brendon Knox to get them over the line against the Western Knights.

Western Knights v Swan United
Friday February 27, 2009
BGC Stadium (Dorrien Gardens)
Kickoff: 6:30pm

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Western Knights 2 - 0 Sorrento
Goals: David Price, Anthony Campbell

Goals either side of halftime by David Price and Anthony Campbell set up a comprehensive 2-0 victory for Western Knights over Sorrento on Friday evening in Round 4 of the Night Series.

It was a tight tussle in the early stages, as both sides failed to create many clear cut chances. On 25 minutes Sorrento won a dubious penalty when Aaron Bahadori brought down a Sorrento player in the box. Sorrento defender, Steve McDonald stepped up to the spot and Knights keeper Frazer Siddle expertly saved the spot kick to his left.

Knights broke the deadlock on 36 minutes when a Daniel Micevski cross was missed by Daniel Trim and the ball fell to David Price who fired home into the bottom corner from 20 yards.

Knights lifted a gear in the second half and on 51 minutes extended their lead to 2-0. Aaron Bahadori delivered a textbook cross from the left to find Anthony Campbell who powerfully headed home.

The chances continued to fall for the Knights, with Campbell and Georges Tchami missing golden opportunities to punish Sorrento.

In the end it was another convincing victory for the Knights that sends them to the top of Group A and secures a finals berth.

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