Round 8 Previews

The last round of games of the regular season is finally upon us! This is the last chance for teams to secure a better position for a more favourable finals match-up. Here are this week's predictions!

Game 1 - Cockwalas VS Tie Dynosaurs

The long awaited game of the season (for me anyway). The protege takes on the master as Finny goes up against Dave. Both teams have had solid seasons up until now and amazingly, have had the same results. Both teams have won and lost against the same teams but Tie Dynosaurs are further ahead on the table due to point differential. This is the match that will separate these two teams and determine which is the better side.

This game will be be won be whichever side has the least turnovers as both teams enjoy playing the short game and walking the disc into the end-zone. Finny will be looking to exploit Cockwalas' inability to make the open-side swing pass whereas Cockwalas will be looking to take advantage of Finny's low release flicks. Both teams have their share of good players and it will be exciting to see who will emerge victorious.

Prediction: Tie Dynosaurs to win 13-9. I predict Damo will be the deciding factor in this match.

Game 2 - Fluro Fantasy VS Purple Haze

First place Fluro Fantasy take on last place Purple Haze in the biggest mismatch of the season. Hopefully Purple Haze will have some more players this week. One thing's for sure though; Tyson is back and will be looking to help Purple Haze secure a favourable position for the finals. Fluro Fantasy have already secured first place in the league and the outcome of this match is unlikely to have an effect on their finals match-up but they are a competitive side and will be looking to finish off this season strong with an unbeaten record.

Throughout the season, it has been the girls of Fluro Fantasy that have given them an edge over their opponents. Will Purple Haze be able to stop Fluro Fantasy or will Fluro finish the season unbeaten?

Prediction: I really want Purple Haze to stop Fluro Fantasy in its tracks but my bet is on Fluro Fantasy beating Purple Haze 13-9.

Game 3 - Django Unchained VS Blue Crush

After suffering defeats in their respective games last week, both Django and Blue Crush will be looking to bounce back with a victory this week to secure a more favourable position for the finals. Django have had a surprising season and are languishing somewhere in the bottom half of the table. Blue Crush find themselves in a similar position as the regular season draws to a close. On paper, both teams have similar abilities but we know they can each turn up the heat on the field if they want.

Timmy will find it hard to play it hard to play a long game against Django due to the defensive capabilities of the team, and particularly James. A tight cup defense seemed to work well for Cockwalas against Blue Crush's handlers last game and it might work for Django this week. Blue Crush will have to put pressure on Django receivers and force the turnover if they want to increase their chances of winning.

Prediction: Blue Crush are too suited for the long game and I have a feeling they will stick to that strategy which i think will be easily defended by James and his Black marauders. Django Unchained to win this one 13-8.

Game 4 - Robust Fawn VS Seagulls

Second place Seagulls take on Robust Fawn. Seagulls will want to finish the regular season with a victory as they head into the finals so we can expect them to come out strong. Robust Fawn will have to watch out for Seagulls receivers such as Cooper and Renee who are excellent both in offense and defense. Rob, Deanna, and Genge are expected to be handling and they are without a doubt one of the strongest handling lineups in the league. Robust Fawn will be using Zane, Jenny, and possibly Kramer to handle, leaving Chris Palazzi in a receiving role.

A man defense would work well against Seagulls as it would limit their running. On paper, Robust Fawn have the players to handle Seagulls and should not be facing a mismatch on the field. But will they bring the heat against Seagulls or go out like Bambi's mom on a snowy winter night?

Prediction: If Robust Fawn bring their A-game tonight, I think they might be able to beat the Seagulls. However, looking at form and previous results, my money is still on Seagulls to win it 13-7.

Game 5 - Grapists  VS Mitey Discs

Mitey Discs have had a very good season thus far and should finish in a comfortable top four position for the finals. Grapists on the other hand, have had an unfortunate season where they came close to winning many games only to lose out at the very end. With Bobby Jackson's injury adding to their woes, Grapists have a tough end of the season match. Both these teams like to mix up their play between short and long, and man and zone defense so it will be very interesting to see how they adapt to one another and the flow of the game.

Prediction: Mitey Discs to close out the season strong with a 13-10 win over Grapists.