Burras Qualify for Junior World Cup Semi Final

Published On: 18 June 2009

Burras celebrate a goal

The Burras have confirmed their place in the semi finals of the 2009 Men’s Junior World Cup, defeating New Zealand 2-0 overnight in Singapore.



The Burras will now face Germany, who they drew with 1-1 during their match up earlier in the tournament.

Despite the loss New Zealand have also qualified for the semi finals and will face the Netherlands.

Although the Burras already had their place in the semi finals confirmed, they didn’t make it easy on their neighbours, dominating the first half to deny New Zealand any genuine shot on goal.

On the other hand the Burras appeared dangerous, with Josh Pollard opening the scoring 24 minutes into the match. Things continued to go to plan for the Burras, with Victorian Aaron Kleinschmidt adding to the score at the 33 minute mark.

The Burras continued to attack after half time, however were unable to add to their score.

WAIS scholarship holders Chris Bausor and Matt Boyce are both part of the Burras squad and will face Germany in the semi finals on Friday 19 June.

– Hockey Australia