Double win for Ryan at OAC Euro 2012 Tournament |
- Published: Thursday, 28 June 2012 20:56
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13 year-old Ryan Ramus from Coulsdon enjoyed a double celebration on Friday 22nd June. His team, Russia, won the Oasis Academy Coulsdon six-a-side Euro 2012 Tournament and Ryan was also presented with the tournament 'Golden Boot' as top goal scorer with 8 goals to his name. England Under 19 International and Chelsea Youth Academy Goalkeeper, Jamal Blackman, presented Ryan with the Golden Boot trophy at the end of the thrilling week-long football competition at the Academy. On the last day of the tournament, Russia faced fierce competition in their semifinal against Italy which they won 2-0 and then faced one of the tournament favourites, Greece, in the final. It was a close match with both sides producing great passes and forcing some amazing saves from the goalkeepers at both ends of the pitch. In the final 2 minutes a stunning shot from Moses McKenzie secured the Championship for a jubilant Russia. Team Manager, Michael Eglon said: "All our players were amazing and showed great determination and skill. Tamah Gayle, in particular showed great team spirit and good defensive play. As winner of the Golden Boot Award, Ryan of course was outstanding." All team members were presented with medals and the Academy Euro 2012 Trophy by Jamal Blackman, who spent two hours at the Academy, talking to students, signing autographs and giving football advice. Head of PE, Niall Attenborough said: "We are very grateful to Jamal for finding time in his busy schedule to support our tournament. The students were thrilled to meet him." |