Saturday, November 22, 2008:
Another clash with the Taichung Tubbies resulted in a good result for Compass. The match was structured as three thirty minute periods, with the first thirty minute period remaining scoreless.

Caleb broke the drought with a break-away in the second period, and he finished the game with a tidy hat-trick. Other goal scorers were Laurent, DJ and Stephen.

Tubbies' only goal came on a defensive passing error that left the center of the field unprotected and allowed an easy one-two into the net.

Although Compass had high hopes going into the tournament, we did not progress past the first round robin group of six, ending third in our group.

Saturday, October 25, 2008:
Tainan Phoenix were invited to Taichung for a friendly game at the Morrison pitch and showed under the lights with a large contingent of players.

Both teams typically contend for top places in the quarterly Taiwan Championship tournament, and were anxious to get a test match in to gauge each-other's strength. The tournament is scheduled for November 8th and 9th in Kaohsiung.

Match results were 2-1 in favor of the Tainan Phoenix in a hotly contested battle that saw both sides with a number of chances.

Taichung Compass defeated the Taichung Tele tubbies in a friendly match this past Sunday, October 5th.

The match started with high energy but neither team found their touch until well into the first period. A cameo appearance from a haggard-looking Momo solidified the middle of the field. Goals from Ben (1), Don (1), Alan (1), Keiron (1), Austin (1), and what must have been two other individuals, secured the 7 - 2 win.

CONGRATULATIONS to Taichung Compass United, 2008 Summer
Cup Victors--our 5th national championship! Compass have successfully defended the championship in what was one of the most successful tourneys in the club's history.

The team dedicates its 2008 Summer Cup victory to our long-time team member, "unofficial" coach and friend, Tony S. who, sadly, will be departing Taiwan in the not-too-distant future. It's been a true pleasure
knowing you on and off the pitch, Tony, and you'll be missed!

Here's how the game-play went:

Saturday Group Play: "C" Group Winners

Congratulations to Taichung Compass for winning the Champion's Cup in the 2008 Taiwan Spring Cup!

After a shaky start with a 0-2 loss to JFC in the group stage, the lads rallied with a win over the Taichung Scunners and a draw with the Red Lions to get through into the Cup Competition group stage as second in the group.

The 2008 Taiwan Spring Football Tournament has been confirmed for March 8 and 9 in Taipei at Da Jia Riverside Park. The spring tournament is usually held in Tainan, but due to some conflicts, it will be held in Taipei this year.

Taichung Compass beat the Taichung Tubbies 3-1 in short-sided 9-on-9 action. Up front, Allan, Ben, DJ and Seb ran circles around the Tubbies defense, while honorable mention goes to Austin, who played a great game in the net and on the field.

We had some unexpected extra help from a Compass United alumni, Jeff Lorico, who played an awesome game, as well as from one of DJ's friends, Chris.

Kick around at Morrison campus from 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Footballers from Taichung Tubbies will be joining.

Kick around at Morrison campus from 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Footballers from Taichung Tubbies will be joining.