Jack Toft
Years ago
ABL Finals Week 2 – And then there were 4…
Women:
First SF: Apple Munchers v Lionesses @ Wayville @ 6:30
Forestville are under more pressure than an Olympic timekeeper as they look to prove they are the real deal. Surely tumbling out of the race so early would be embarrasing and would be an epic Epic Fail. Lion supportors will be looking to turn Wayville Waterpark into Lions-ville as they seek revenge for last year's loss. With both club supporters wearing blue, the stands might be as blue a the water in the Greek Isles. Sadly for Lions fans, Forestville and wins go together like the CIA and dirty tricks (a big shout out to Julian Assange). No fairy tale for Toddy, third time lucky perhaps?
Second SF: Norwood v North @ MARS @ 6:30
Norwood have been setting the standard in the competition, but North have been setting the pace. North have lost 1 of their last 17 and carry form into the game. Only Forestville have really troubled the Norwood team this year so the next time they want to meet them on court is next year. The North team has been the quiet achiever with Mansfield and Peris the noticable standouts yielding stats any coach would be proud to see. Norwood have easily chewed up North and spat them out this season with Foley destroying their hopes both times. Barry better do his homework this week if he wants a GF spot. If Foley can be tamed they have a chance. Like two spoilt kids fighting over an inheretance, both have a good reason to get a GF spot, but Norwood’s reason not to be there is gooderer.
Men:
First SF: Norf v Norwood @ Hillcrest @ 7:00
Norf with no excuses to loose tonight, but I get the feeling Norwood might be one of those teams that is like that pesky mate we all have who punches above his weight and seems to pick up rich Swedish backpackers instead of check out chicks from Paralowie. The battle this year has been one sided, but anything is possible in finals and Norwood could steal the season from them if they plan it well. Tin shed to be ripped down by angry fans if Norwood do! North to win.
Second SF: Sturt v Feagles @ Pasadena @ 7:15
I guess the game starts a bit later to allow the Eagles some travelling time. The Feagles sent a warning to Sturt last round and tonight they get set to swoop into enemy territory book a spot in the GF. They have not raised too much of a sweat against the Smurfs this season and looked as dangerous as a shark with rabies and as pleasant as lift occupant with garlic breath. But Sturt know more successful plays than Barney Stinson and expect to bag a win tonight so this will be a great game. Feagles looking too good though and will get to the GF at the expense of the Smurfs.