Ararat’s Baydn Cosgriff has made a big impression in a short amount of time on the football field. He won the best on ground medal in the under-17 Wimmera Football League grand final and has already made multiple appearances in Ararat’s senior team. Cosgriff will continue his development, making his first interleague appearance at the weekend. The 17-year-old said he was excited for the upcoming junior interleague game. “It is good to be involved in these types of things,” he said. “It is more of a fun thing for me to play these games. “This will be my first interleague game but I have been involved down at the Greater Western Victoria Rebels at times as well.” Cosgriff has been playing football since under-13s before transitioning into the Rats program and working his way through the junior ranks. He has notched up a couple of senior games this season and looks poised to continue to make an impression at the top level. The junior Ararat player said he attributes his current form to under-17 coach Matthew Summers. “Matt has had the biggest influence on my football so far I think, his connections with the players are good and I see him a fair bit at school as well,” he said. He said he has made a lot of memories at the club but one sticks out in particular with many more to come in the future. “The grand final win has probably been my highlight, it is a good feeling to win one,” he said. “I hope I can keep playing for Ararat, I do not have any intentions of leaving any time soon.”
Baydn Cosgriff's football journey will continue with a Wimmera Football League representative appearance
JUNIOR STAR: Baydn Cosgriff will take to the field in the junior exhibition match in Horsham at the weekend. Picture: Adam Hill
He said he has made a lot of memories at the club but one sticks out in particular with many more to come in the future.
On Wednesday, I went to an HR Convention (for my other job) and one of the key note speakers, Chester Elton was great and really got me thinking.. one of his takeaways applicable to all aspects of life, was the power of a handwritten note. In a world of texting, Facebooking messaging, and tweeting, its almost a forgotten method of communication and appreciation. His advice/challenge was to write 3 handwritten notes a week for 3 weeks. So, I'm doing it, and frankly hope to continue for longer than 3 weeks, but it's a good start, and a great reminder to slow down. The fastest way isn't always the best way, and taking a few extra minutes to write a note could make someone's day. I started today by writing a note to each of my son's teacher in celebration of Teacher Appreciation week, thanking them for their kindness and amazing way with my son. Yes, I wish I was already doing this more regularly, but sometimes we all need a little reminder/challenge to get back to a good habit. I used to write my husband notes all the time in his lunch, I use to be way more on top of my thank you notes, yes I'm busy, but I know I can carve a few extra minutes, and I know it will go a long way.
Do you write notes? What do you think of 3 notes a week for 3 weeks? You want to do it with me? If so, I'd love to hear how it goes!!
Most of the time I'll be posting fairly healthy recipes, but there is an exception to every rule, and all things in moderation right :-). Its also cold out and this weather warrants comfort food! Lobster Mac & Cheese is a great way to show your valentine they are loved not to mention a great way to support your local lobstermen :-) (shameless plug ). This is using my grandmother's classic baked mac & cheese recipe; hope you like it!
8 oz container of Old English Cheese (substitute 10oz of shredded extra sharp white cheese if you can't find it or don't want to use it)
Sauté lobster meat in a tablespoon or 2 of butter for just a couple minutes and then add it into the pasta and cheese mix
Layer half of the pasta mix into the buttered casserole dish sprinkling with half of the Romano cheese
Add the rest of the pasta mix and then top with the remaining romano cheese and 1/2 cup of seasoned breadcrumbs
***Note that if your little valentines don't care for lobster meat, remember to set aside a smaller baking dish for regular mac & cheese for them. Or you can get a little creative and bake a few muffin tins of mac & cheese (heart shaped for the holiday would be mighty cute). Those will likely only need 20 minutes (ish) total or until they're cooked through.