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Sydney Subbies 2024

Pfitzy

Pfitzy

Nathan Sharpe (72)
Div 4 predictions.

Chatswood (5) v Wakehurst (4) - interesting clash. Wakehurst looking to keep their season alive with the prospect of Hornsby in R14. Chatswood can help nail down a finals spot here with a good win. Going away side by a struck match.

Renegades (3) v Raptors (1) - we're down a couple of front rows again with a few other injuries, so the coaches have told me to stand by; that's how desperate we are until a few of them come back next week. Raptors have a tight unit and will want to dominate.

Kings (8) v Redfield (7) - bragging rights for the schools on the line. Redfield got up big time out at Dural and have forfeited 2nd Grade. I think they'll still have enough for Kings.

Hornsby (2) v Canterbury (6) - after a tough week against Raptors with low numbers, I think the Lions will have too much class for the Berries.
 
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subbies specialist

Frank Row (1)
Eastcoast said:
Just looking to generate some debate. Lindfield had a good set piece and were quite convincing against Drummoyne earlier in the year. I just see Forest and Colleagues as a good match up.
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All in good humour my friend. In any event it's great to see div 1 being so competitive.

Good luck to all teams playing tommorow. At least we will be bathed in sunshine. And hopefully less wind then last week
 
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Champagne Rugby

Frank Nicholson (4)
Big week in Div 2 with every game having finals implications. Bonus points are very important this round with the draw so tight so expecting teams to turn down shots at goal and fight to the last minute for the bonus point.

Beecroft v Briars: Briars have a chance to cement their spot in the finals this week and finish a clear 2nd. They have been good this year and look one of the main threats to Newport. Beecroft has looked good for periods in nearly every game this year, consistency has been there enemy as seen last time the teams versed versed when it was 0-3 at half time before Briars ran away with it. Expecting the desperation of needing the win and home ground advantage to be the difference. Beecroft by 3.

Hills v Petersham: Like most clubs hills need wins in the next two games or they could be watching from the sidelines at finals time. Petersham on the other hand are the only team that cant make the finals, however their 2nd grade could. The teams drew last time but Petersham' s priorities may have shifted now with the team to focus on 2nd grade. Hills to win by 10.

UNSW v Pats: UNSW lose and they are definitely out, win and they might make finals. Pats lose and they are probably out, but could still make it. UNSW shook the competition with their win against the undefeated Newport if they can continue that form they win tomorrow. Conversely Pat's are losing form at the wrong time. Expecting the big UNSW team and good set piece to set the foundations for a UNSW win. UNSW by 15
 
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The Ghost of Bernie

Peter Burge (5)
Pfitzy said:
In prospect: "We aim to participate in the New South Wales Suburban Rugby Union 3rd Division. "

It probably is the best fit for them in the short term as far as recent history goes: 2 seniors + colts.

What that might do to Two Blues and local Subbies clubs remains to be seen.
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Also brings thoughts if Subbies wants to keep 8 teams per division (1-4), if Emu's have the numbers for 2 seniors + Colts who goes down in Division 3?
Barker-with no Colts and last in Club Championship
LCOI-only one win in Seniors but Colts currently P2 on the table.
Quins- competitive in both Seniors but no Colts.
Would then also have an affect on Division 4, would require one side to drop to Division 5-Redfield plenty of 2nd grade forfeits this year. Kings?
Conversely could any side/s from Division 3 move up to Division 2 if Epping were to come down to to Division 3 for a rebuilding year or two?
As pointed out by Parkfootyenthusiast2 both Merrylands and Sydney Irish would give some Div 2 sides a shake but only Sydney Irish appear to have numbers anywhere near close enough (5 x Haligans games) but could be difficult given the transient nature of their player pool.
Just spitballing really. Also doesn't take into account teams from Divs 4 and 5 wanting to move up.
 
Pfitzy

Pfitzy

Nathan Sharpe (72)
There's certainly a lot to consider in terms of divisional makeup.

Division 1 will be ok by the looks, regardless of whether there is any promotion or relegation.

Division 2 look like losing 2 teams in Epping and Beecroft. So that's a point to resolve.

Everything else starts to pivot on that, really.
 
Prodigy

Prodigy

Ron Walden (29)
Pfitzy said:
There's certainly a lot to consider in terms of divisional makeup.

Division 1 will be ok by the looks, regardless of whether there is any promotion or relegation.

Division 2 look like losing 2 teams in Epping and Beecroft. So that's a point to resolve.

Everything else starts to pivot on that, really.
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Definitely, I think Subbies would love assurances that Division 2 clubs had at least 3 grades and colts. Whether there are clubs that can fulfil that remains to be seen.
But I think you are right, Epping and Beecroft may find themselves elsewhere in 2025. Beecroft may stand a chance if they can rustle up some grade numbers.
I wouldn't put some mergers, like the Dukes/Oysters one, off the cards either, as clubs struggle for player groups, sponsors, grounds....
 
HogansHeros

HogansHeros

Bob Loudon (25)
Prodigy said:
Definitely, I think Subbies would love assurances that Division 2 clubs had at least 3 grades and colts. Whether there are clubs that can fulfil that remains to be seen.
But I think you are right, Epping and Beecroft may find themselves elsewhere in 2025. Beecroft may stand a chance if they can rustle up some grade numbers.
I wouldn't put some mergers, like the Dukes/Oysters one, off the cards either, as clubs struggle for player groups, sponsors, grounds....
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Not going to see a Beecroft/Epping merger?

Could play in Cheltenham

Beecroft have a first Grade and a Colts and Epping have a 2nd and 3rd grade
 
sterlingmortlocksgloves

sterlingmortlocksgloves

Herbert Moran (7)
Eastcoast said:
Div 1 Tips

Mosman - Blue Mountains. Mountains have been poor, however so have Mosman in the last few weeks. I expect a High scoring affair, with Blueys ideally bringing out their strongest team after a few weeks down on troops. Blueys by 8

HH - Waverley. HH were very good last week against Lindfield, managed the game well and even though behind for a small portion, never felt out of control. Waverley were good against Drummoyne, however have lacked some consistency this year. Lets see if they bring their A game to Boronia tomorrow. HH by 7

Drummoyne - Lindfield. Ive tipped Drummoyne so @sterlingmortlocksgloves can update me at 4.50 to tell how wrong I am. Close game last week for both these teams with a strong Lindfield set piece not enough to overcome the phase play and skill of HH. Drummoyne were in the game for a long way, but the wind played its part to get Waverley up late. Drummoyne at home by 2

Forest - Colleagues - Battle for the Spoon, but Im making it the MOTR. Both teams were mighty impressive last week and shows the strength of Div 1 to have all 8 teams competitive in Kentwell compared to other years. Forest with the home crowd will want to avoid the spoon so I feel a home crowd will 'will' them over the line. Colleagues showed the team they can be last week, but might not be able to back it up. Forest by 3
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Fletch

Frank Row (1)
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