By MICHAEL CHAMMAS

THE 18-strong Olyroos team for the 2008 Beijing Olympics includes ex-Westfields Sports High students Mark Bridge and Trent McClenahan.

Bridge joined Sydney FC from the Newcastle Jets in the off-season and will be a key to his side's success.

McClenahan, 23, is a defender with English club Hereford United while Melbourne Victory's Archie Thompson is a former Marconi Stallion striker.

He is one of three over-age players in the squad.

The Olyroos will miss the opening ceremony in Beijing because their opening match against Serbia in Shanghai is on August 7.

With thanks

9th July 2008