VVOR     V     Killowen                       Heroes just for one day   Many thanks to VVOR for the warm reception given to Killowen on their recent visit to the club. On a very hot day, VVOR – represented by a strong 3^rd Team, stormed to an historic victory over a Killowen side who were clearly unaccustomed to such tropical weather conditions. As the Irish boys said afterwards, ‘We missed the wind and rain.’ Unfortunately, they also missed their chances. No doubt the convincing 5-1 scoreline, in favour of the home team, was richly deserved. But equally important was the manner and spirit in which the game was played. Well done to both sides for their sporting approach. Great credit must also go to Edwin Mulder who proved to be an outstanding referee on the day. History did not repeat itself on this occasion. Yet VVOR’s defeat of Killowen raises more questions than it solves. For instance, shall the winners accept the challenge of a rematch? In the Summer of 2009? In Ireland? Against opponents whose pride has been deeply wounded? Only time can tell…       A word of thanks to those who lent a helping hand; Henk van der Linden, Edwin Mulder, Ronald Dekker, Boz, Jan Vonk Jr. & Cees in the Clubhouse. Special thanks to Hans Heuvelman, Vice-Chairman of VVOR for his warm welcome speech (your words in Gaelic were much appreciated) and to Spoca Sportprijzen for the magnificent silverware. Last but not least, a very special thank you to all the participants, too numerous to mention, who contributed to making April 26^th 2008 a day to remember. On behalf of Killowen, Go raibh maith agat (Thank you).