Siem Reap Globe Eagles Crowned National Champions!
Siem Reap Globe Eagles .were crowned 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Champions after defeating Kompong Speu Global Giving Scorpions 3-0 in a nail-biting match at the Olympic Stadium Friday night.
2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Grand Final Results:
Champions: $3000 Prize
Siem Reap Globe Magazine Eagles
2nd Place: $2000 Prize
Kompong Speu Global Giving Scorpions
3rd Place: $1000 Prize
Phnom Penh ANZ Royal Dragons
Broadcast live-to-air on CTN, the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Grand Final drew large crowds of devout volleyball fans of all ages at the stadium eager to see the nation’s sporting heroes demonstrate exactly why they are the most accomplished athletes in Cambodia.
Grand Final: Siem Reap Globe Eagles vs. Kompong Speu Global Giving Scorpions
In the mostly tightly contested Grand Final in the 9 year National League history
Siem Reap Globe Eagles swooped to victory over Kompong Speu Global Giving Scorpions 3-0 to become the Cellcard National Volleyball League National Champions for the first time. The superior fitness and discipline of the Eagles saw top athletes Cheam Chhandy, Chhoum Kong and Preap Thet flying high and fast to neutralise the Scorpion’s sting and maintain their 100% record for the 2009 season.
After a strong start saw them lose the first set by only 2 points 28-26, the Scorpions continued to maintain their morale and discipline but were simply no match for an Eagles team which has utterly dominated all-comers in the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League. The Eagles front line smashed home point after point, picking holes in the Scorpions defence with ease in the second set where they cruised to a 25-14 victory. Veteran Eagles setter Sorn Sokorn could easily have qualified for a man of the match award by commanding centre court like his own back yard providing impeccable service for Preap Thet and Chhoum Kong to pick out their spots.
Scorpions Coach Pin Sarath enhanced his reputation as one of the nation’s best by keeping his teams hopes alive in the third set clawing back a 9 point early deficit with soaring hook spikes which left Eagles defenders Chek Than and Tes Vichet sprawling in despair. Chhorn Bunthorn and youngster Ing Phiream combined well under the steely resolve of Scorpions setter Phat Yoy whose brusque commands kept discipline under pressure in centre court.
All level half way through the set and the Scorpions sensed they were still in with a shout before veteran Eagles coach Chat Samouen called a time out from the sidelines and gave his team a stern talking to. Striding back on court the Eagles simply looked the more confident team with the visibly exhausted Scorpions flagging at the edges. Tiredness led to unforced errors and though the Scorpions managed to get close it was the Eagles evening taking the third set and victory 25-21.
Jubilant celebrations erupted on the court as the Eagles soaked up the support of the crowd and took calls from family who had been on the edges of their seats watching the matych on CTN in Siem Reap province.
Cellcard CEO Mr Kaylot presented the unique 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Champions trophy, manufactured by Armed Art, to the Eagles and congratulated them on their richly deserved victory.
Congratulations to the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Champions: Siem Reap Globe Magazine Eagles!
Siem Reap Globe Eagles: Cambodia’s Best Team - Globe Magazine: Southeast Asia’s Best Read!
3rd Place Play-Off: Kompong Speu CTN Koupreys vs. Phnom Penh ANZ Royal Dragons
In the 3rd Place play-off earlier in the afternoon Phnom Penh ANZ Royal Dragons overcame 2008 National Champions Kompong Speu CTN Koupreys 3-1 in a re-run of the 2008 Grand Final. After suffering unheard of defeats to Kompong Speu Global Giving Scopions and Battambang MOSVY Tigers in the 3rd Round, 6-times former Champions Dragons had their pride to protect against one of the most consistent teams in national league history. Dragons Coach Chem Kim Horn gave one of the best performances of his career leading his team by example with acrobatic defence, sure handed sets and thundering spikes to win the first set comfortably 25-16. Cambodian sports legend Chheam Panh dominated the centre of the court for the Dragons keeping every ball alive for young stars Ni Lida and Thea Vanna to spike home against a Koupreys team slow on its defensive feet to take the second set 25-19.
Kouprey’s legendary 60 year old coach Cha Hok rallied his troops for the third set and sterling performances from spikers Yem Buntheon and Phoune Run combined to steal the set 25-23.
It was Game On for the fourth set as the Dragons appeared to tire against a rejuvenated Koupreys with Cha Hok and Ler Yerng’s defensive work frustrating Dragons Chheam Panh and Em Mady at the net. Tensions mounted as unforced errors reflected tired legs on all sides after four solid months of matches. Both teams remained neck and neck right to final points with the Dragons slamming home the last spike to 3rd place 26-24.
Thanks to All Sponsors:
The CNVLD extends its sincere gratitude to all the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League sponsors, Cellcard, ANZ Royal Bank, Southeast Asia Globe magazine, CTN, Kingmaker, Bartu, Global Giving, ISPP, Templestowe College, Stadt Frechen, MOSVY and Nike Changemakers. Their vision and support for Cambodia’s Athletes with a Disability have contributed immeasurably toward making the National Volleyball the most professional sports event in Cambodia and places them firmly at the forefront of Cambodian Corporate Social Responsibility.
The CNVLD also thanks R.O Water for their ongoing in-kind sponsorship of 10,000 bottles of water in 2009.
The CNVLD also thanks the Refereeing Team from the ISPP Sports Department: Mr Chantou Han (1st Referee), Mr Hok Veng Ly (2nd Referee) and Ms. Sophie Smith (Head Referee) and the CNVLD Medical Official Dr. Elise Reid (SOS Clinic).
The CNVLD also thanks Digital Divide Data and ANZ Royal Bank staff for their outstanding work as the official 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Volunteer Staff. The genuine input from the 60+ young Cambodians who volunteered their time in support of the Athletes with a Disability of Cambodia, ensured the entire league competition was played to WOVD standards.
The CNVLD sincerely thanks the Royal Government of Cambodia for all of their support and assistance in 2009:
Samdech Akeamohasena Decho Hun Sen: Patron of the CNVLD
H.E Ith Sam Heng Minister of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation
H.E Boros Sam Heng: Chief of Cabinet, Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation
Mr Keth Theoun, International/CNVLD Liaison Ministry of Social Affairs Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation
The Staff of Ministry of Social Affairs Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation
Last but most importantly, the CNVLD salutes the world class athletic efforts of all members of the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League teams for making the 2009 league the most exciting and competitive in its 9-year history. We look forward to welcoming them all back for the 10th Anniversary season in 2010!!
12 of the very best of the elite athletes from the 10 National League teams now go into hard training under the accomplished eye of National Coach Christian Zepp in preparation for the Cellcard Cambodia 2009 WOVD Volleyball World Cup scheduled for 15-20 December at the Olympic Stadium where the Cambodian National Team will be aiming to secure the nation’s first ever World #1!
2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Grand Final Results:
Champions: $3000 Prize
Siem Reap Globe Magazine Eagles
2nd Place: $2000 Prize
Kompong Speu Global Giving Scorpions
3rd Place: $1000 Prize
Phnom Penh ANZ Royal Dragons
Broadcast live-to-air on CTN, the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Grand Final drew large crowds of devout volleyball fans of all ages at the stadium eager to see the nation’s sporting heroes demonstrate exactly why they are the most accomplished athletes in Cambodia.
Grand Final: Siem Reap Globe Eagles vs. Kompong Speu Global Giving Scorpions
In the mostly tightly contested Grand Final in the 9 year National League history
Siem Reap Globe Eagles swooped to victory over Kompong Speu Global Giving Scorpions 3-0 to become the Cellcard National Volleyball League National Champions for the first time. The superior fitness and discipline of the Eagles saw top athletes Cheam Chhandy, Chhoum Kong and Preap Thet flying high and fast to neutralise the Scorpion’s sting and maintain their 100% record for the 2009 season.
After a strong start saw them lose the first set by only 2 points 28-26, the Scorpions continued to maintain their morale and discipline but were simply no match for an Eagles team which has utterly dominated all-comers in the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League. The Eagles front line smashed home point after point, picking holes in the Scorpions defence with ease in the second set where they cruised to a 25-14 victory. Veteran Eagles setter Sorn Sokorn could easily have qualified for a man of the match award by commanding centre court like his own back yard providing impeccable service for Preap Thet and Chhoum Kong to pick out their spots.
Scorpions Coach Pin Sarath enhanced his reputation as one of the nation’s best by keeping his teams hopes alive in the third set clawing back a 9 point early deficit with soaring hook spikes which left Eagles defenders Chek Than and Tes Vichet sprawling in despair. Chhorn Bunthorn and youngster Ing Phiream combined well under the steely resolve of Scorpions setter Phat Yoy whose brusque commands kept discipline under pressure in centre court.
All level half way through the set and the Scorpions sensed they were still in with a shout before veteran Eagles coach Chat Samouen called a time out from the sidelines and gave his team a stern talking to. Striding back on court the Eagles simply looked the more confident team with the visibly exhausted Scorpions flagging at the edges. Tiredness led to unforced errors and though the Scorpions managed to get close it was the Eagles evening taking the third set and victory 25-21.
Jubilant celebrations erupted on the court as the Eagles soaked up the support of the crowd and took calls from family who had been on the edges of their seats watching the matych on CTN in Siem Reap province.
Cellcard CEO Mr Kaylot presented the unique 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Champions trophy, manufactured by Armed Art, to the Eagles and congratulated them on their richly deserved victory.
Congratulations to the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Champions: Siem Reap Globe Magazine Eagles!
Siem Reap Globe Eagles: Cambodia’s Best Team - Globe Magazine: Southeast Asia’s Best Read!
3rd Place Play-Off: Kompong Speu CTN Koupreys vs. Phnom Penh ANZ Royal Dragons
In the 3rd Place play-off earlier in the afternoon Phnom Penh ANZ Royal Dragons overcame 2008 National Champions Kompong Speu CTN Koupreys 3-1 in a re-run of the 2008 Grand Final. After suffering unheard of defeats to Kompong Speu Global Giving Scopions and Battambang MOSVY Tigers in the 3rd Round, 6-times former Champions Dragons had their pride to protect against one of the most consistent teams in national league history. Dragons Coach Chem Kim Horn gave one of the best performances of his career leading his team by example with acrobatic defence, sure handed sets and thundering spikes to win the first set comfortably 25-16. Cambodian sports legend Chheam Panh dominated the centre of the court for the Dragons keeping every ball alive for young stars Ni Lida and Thea Vanna to spike home against a Koupreys team slow on its defensive feet to take the second set 25-19.
Kouprey’s legendary 60 year old coach Cha Hok rallied his troops for the third set and sterling performances from spikers Yem Buntheon and Phoune Run combined to steal the set 25-23.
It was Game On for the fourth set as the Dragons appeared to tire against a rejuvenated Koupreys with Cha Hok and Ler Yerng’s defensive work frustrating Dragons Chheam Panh and Em Mady at the net. Tensions mounted as unforced errors reflected tired legs on all sides after four solid months of matches. Both teams remained neck and neck right to final points with the Dragons slamming home the last spike to 3rd place 26-24.
Thanks to All Sponsors:
The CNVLD extends its sincere gratitude to all the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League sponsors, Cellcard, ANZ Royal Bank, Southeast Asia Globe magazine, CTN, Kingmaker, Bartu, Global Giving, ISPP, Templestowe College, Stadt Frechen, MOSVY and Nike Changemakers. Their vision and support for Cambodia’s Athletes with a Disability have contributed immeasurably toward making the National Volleyball the most professional sports event in Cambodia and places them firmly at the forefront of Cambodian Corporate Social Responsibility.
The CNVLD also thanks R.O Water for their ongoing in-kind sponsorship of 10,000 bottles of water in 2009.
The CNVLD also thanks the Refereeing Team from the ISPP Sports Department: Mr Chantou Han (1st Referee), Mr Hok Veng Ly (2nd Referee) and Ms. Sophie Smith (Head Referee) and the CNVLD Medical Official Dr. Elise Reid (SOS Clinic).
The CNVLD also thanks Digital Divide Data and ANZ Royal Bank staff for their outstanding work as the official 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League Volunteer Staff. The genuine input from the 60+ young Cambodians who volunteered their time in support of the Athletes with a Disability of Cambodia, ensured the entire league competition was played to WOVD standards.
The CNVLD sincerely thanks the Royal Government of Cambodia for all of their support and assistance in 2009:
Samdech Akeamohasena Decho Hun Sen: Patron of the CNVLD
H.E Ith Sam Heng Minister of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation
H.E Boros Sam Heng: Chief of Cabinet, Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation
Mr Keth Theoun, International/CNVLD Liaison Ministry of Social Affairs Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation
The Staff of Ministry of Social Affairs Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation
Last but most importantly, the CNVLD salutes the world class athletic efforts of all members of the 2009 Cellcard National Volleyball League teams for making the 2009 league the most exciting and competitive in its 9-year history. We look forward to welcoming them all back for the 10th Anniversary season in 2010!!
12 of the very best of the elite athletes from the 10 National League teams now go into hard training under the accomplished eye of National Coach Christian Zepp in preparation for the Cellcard Cambodia 2009 WOVD Volleyball World Cup scheduled for 15-20 December at the Olympic Stadium where the Cambodian National Team will be aiming to secure the nation’s first ever World #1!