Suspension of CCA & Remedial for Friday 27 March 2015

Dear Parents,

We would like to inform every one of the suspension of ALL CCA and Remedial sessions this Friday 27 March 2015. The suspension of activities is to allow the pupils and staff to pay their tributes to former Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew at Senja-Cashew Community Club.

For pupils who have their afternoon activities suspended and wish to take part in paying their respects to late Mr Lee Kuan Yew at the Senja-Cashew Community Club, the school will make the necessary transport arrangements to the venue and return to NYPS. Buses will depart NYPS at 2pm from the Meeting Point and return to NYPS by 4pm. For all other pupils not participating, they will return home at the normal school dismissal time of 1:30 pm.

If your child wishes to pay his/ her respects at Senja-Cashew Community Club, he/ she may collect a consent form from the General Office. Please acknowledge your approval and then return the form to Mr Eugene Ng via locker 81. If you should wish to attend the session with your child, you are strongly encouraged to meet us at Senja-Cashew Community Club directly. You can pick up your child directly from the venue upon dismissal.

You can also download and print the consent form (jpeg) below and submit it to Mr Eugene Ng via locker 81

We regret causing inconvenience to all, but would like to seek your understanding and appreciation for this very somber and important event. Thank you in advance for your kind support and patience.

Warmest Regards,

Mr Eugene Ng

Nanyang Basketball

Nanyang Basketball Daycamp 16th March 2015

The Nanyang Basketball Day Camp was held on Monday, 16th March 2015. It was organised with the help of the Falcons' Support Group (FSG) - the parent volunteers of Nanyang Basketball. We also had the opportunity to invite basketballers from the Singapore National Team to conduct a 2 hour clinic for us. 

 We started the day by registering all our eager participants. Our mummy volunteers were a great source of help!

 A quick introduction to the Basketballers from the Singapore National Team. Nanyang Basketball aims to support them at the SEA Games in June! Go Singapore!

 It is always vital to warm up and stretch before training. This will help prevent injuries. 

 Our young players are put through the paces in a drill to increase their footwork.

 Fundamentals of good shooting.

 Dribbling with the correct posture. 

 You want to be a good player? Then learn to shoot better!

 Pounding the ball increases control and arm strength. 

 Aim and posture. Getting your body in the right stance before shooting.

 Movement without the ball.

 Quick feet! Quick feet!

 More movement fundamentals. 

 It isn't all drills. Some fun and games with the basketball. 

 Dribbling games for students to practice with fun. 

 Some words of wisdom to conclude the morning training.

 Wong Wei Long, our national player, sharing about his experiences as a student. He shared about the obstacles he had to overcome and reminded our players not to give up even when the odds are against them. 

 Our Principal, Mrs Lee, dropped in to show her support as well. 

 When the training is over we put our hands in to give a big cheer!

 All together now...SMILE! 

I say NANYANG...you say FALCONS!

NANYANG! FALCONS!

 Sorting our players into groups. At camps we mix our players into all the groups with the expectation that everyone should make friends and care for each other. We are united by a passion for basketball. 

 It's time for an outdoor cooking experience! Mr Ng teaching the players how to cook their own lunch. 

 Hungry? Time to cook your own lunch! You can see the FSG parents in the background helping each group to get their fires going and helping to cook as well.

 I am the MASTERCHEF!

 A feast of noodles, eggs, sausages and bak choy. 

 Our older kids are reminded to help the younger ones first. Always.

 Sharing a meal together. 

 A basketball movie screening of Space Jam after lunch. 

Camp debrief and it's home sweet home. We couldn't do a basketball telematch as the skies had opened then. 

Our heartfelt thanks to our FSG parents for helping with the registration, buying of food and supplies. They helped the players greatly during the cooking session, helping to start the fires and teaching them how to cook. Thank you parents!

Update on Players' Jerseys

Dear Parents and Players,

The jerseys you ordered will be ready by the end of March and delivered no later than the 1st week of April. The slight delay is due to the vendor securing the latest season's design for us. 

Players will collect their jerseys during training on Friday (date to be advised). 
Players who have not submitted payment will not be given their jerseys until payment is complete. Please do not submit cash, write a cross cheque for $30 to Cagers Sports And Event Management

Players who have not ordered may wish to do so when the vendor is back in Nanyang Primary to deliver the jerseys. We will advise all players on the delivery date. 

Regards,

Mr Eugene Ng
Teacher-in-Charge
Nanyang Basketball

16th March Day Camp 2015 - "I BELIEVE I CAN FLY..."

Dear players and parents, 

We will be organising a day camp for all Nanyang Basketballers on Monday, 16th March 2015. 

Please wear your PE Attire and sports shoes.
Bring stationery, waterbottle, a set of metal fork and spoon (for cooking), a gym towel and a spare set of PE attire. 
Please bring $16 cash to be paid at registration. 

The highlights of the camp are as follows:-

0800-0830h Registration and payment
0830-1030h Basketball Clinic by Wong Wei Long, Singapore National Team Basketballer
1030-1100h Motivational talk by Wong Wei Long - Studies & Basketball
1100-1300h Outdoor Cooking Lunch!
1300-1500h Basketball Movie
1500-1630h Basketball Telematch
1630-1700h Debrief and Dismissal

We would like to invite parents to join us as volunteers for the camp or to contribute in anyway possible for the benefit of the basketball players. If you wish to volunteer or contribute, you may email Mr Eugene Ng at eugene_ng_ming_teck@nyps.edu.sg

Warmest Regards,

Mr Eugene Ng

Nanyang Falcons soar as West Zone Junior Boys' Champions!

The Nanyang Falcons emerged as Champions of the West Zone Junior Boys Division in a pulsating and thrilling final played against Chua Chu Kang Primary at the Jurong East Sports Hall on 5th March 2015. 

It was a cagey and edgy affair up till the half-time break as both teams were unable to settle and in order to get their game going. Perhaps it was the pressure of playing in front of a boisterous crowd or the unfamiliar conditions of the indoor court; both teams were hampered by wayward passing and poor shot decisions. At the end of the half, Chua Chu Kang led by 16-15.

In the 3rd quarter our young Falcons managed to find their groove and began to overwhelm their opponents with a series of steals and quick counter attacks. We managed to build a lead and did not let up till the end. Chua Chu Kang put up a valiant fight and never made things comfortable for the Falcons. They were led by the outstanding form of their point guard (no.6) and a tall center (no.14) who made crucial baskets to keep the game close. 

In the end however, the Falcons tenacity and overall play prevailed. We were able to overcome Chua Chu Kang with a score of 51-33.

The Nanyang Falcons posing with Mrs Lee after the match. Mrs Lee was on hand to give a rousing speech before the match. She stayed throughout to cheer the boys on. Thank you Mrs Lee! 

Coach Ong and the Junior Falcons posing with their hard-earned trophies and the 

Falcon mascot. Our Captain, Chong Weng Kee was nominated as Outstanding Player of the Team. 
This is in recognition of his overall play in defence and offence.    

The Falcons gave their all to get this far, with sweat, tears and blood shed on the courts through many hours of gruelling drills and training. As they lined up during the prize-giving ceremony, it was heart-warming to see the boys chatting with their peers from Lian Hua and Chua Chu Kang. The boys displayed the true meaning of sportsmanship; to face their opponents on the court and to embrace as friends when the game is over. 

Behind every successful Falcon team is a dedicated group of parents who help to bring the boys for training, buy refreshments and give the loudest cheers. Thank you parents!

The Nanyang Falcon family, together as one. 

We may be different, but we all bleed Nanyang blue. 

Supporters' Instructions for West Zone Junior Boys' Final on Thursday 5th March 2015

Dear Parents and Players

A consent form was issued to all players in Basketball CCA today. We hope to encourage all players in the CCA Team, Girls' Team and Development Team to attend the Junior Boys' Final on Thursday, 5th March 2015. We wish to garner support to cheer the Junior Falcons on. 

1) Complete and submit the Consent Form to Locker 81 or 67 by Tuesday, 3rd March 2015. 
  
2) On Thursday, 5th March, politely inform the teacher and request to leave your classroom at 1.10pm sharp. Proceed to the meeting point to meet Mr Low Kiah Wee and to take your attendance. We will then take the school bus to the Jurong East Sports Complex. 

3) There is no time to have lunch before leaving the school on Thursday. Kindly have a heavier meal at recess. We will provide all supporters with a sandwich and a bottle of water when they reach the sports complex. Pupils may also pack from dry food for self consumption. 

4) The match will start at 2.10pm and should end by 3.10pm. We will then take the school bus back to school and should be back by 3.45pm, in time for the 4pm CCA Bus. Do remember to inform your bus uncle if you are taking the CCA Bus on Thursday.

5) For parents, please indicate if you are picking your child up directly from the sports complex. Kindly approach the teachers on duty to inform him that you are leaving with your child on that day. We warmly welcome all parents to join us in supporting our Junior Falcons in the final. 

Go Falcons!

Results of West Zone Basketball Junior Boys Semi-Finals

On Friday, 27th February, the Junior Falcons overcame Lian Hua Primary 32-12 to enter into the finals of the West Zone Basketball Tournament. 

The finals will be played on Thursday, 5th March at the Jurong East Sports Complex. The match will start at 2pm.

The Junior Falcons will be dressed in their blue jerseys (away). We hope to see Nanyang Falcon supporters in blue attire to cheer our boys on.

Go Falcons!