with Kings now (almost) a lay-down misere for the chocolates, interest turns to the race for the Silver Medal in the 1sts comp.
Joeys will back themselves to win all 4 remaining games (vE(h), vN(a), vI(h), vK(a)) and will be hoping Riverview drop 2 games (vK and vJ the likely contenders) and points F/A come into play. Also Scots need to drop 1 game out of I, E, K and N.
Realistically any one of Riverview, Scots, Joeys and Newington could finish in 2nd spot - sadly I think Shore will find it a hill too far.
Think you're right about Kings. Only chance I'd say would be Joint Premiership but any team would require other results to go their way also.
I like you've have a crack at the predictions but I honestly cant pick it. You can look at it from any one of the other Schools point of views and they will back themselves.
Joeys are looking much improved. Very good set piece and just need to settle the backline. Major flaw for me is the backline defence. Scots went through a few times too many and just couldn't finish it off. This is the area of the game both Newington and View like to play so it will be an interesting match up.
Never game to write Shore off. Wouldn't surprise me to see them go 2/2. Well drilled team that will frustrate someone into a loss. Every chance they get randomly blown out in another when a team can just get into their rhythm.
Scots are a bit disappointing this year. Just not clicking. I'm over hearing about injuries, everyone has them every year. Have looked better since the move at 15.
Newington....who knows. They have their own demons to fight and if they do they have a team that can challenge/beat anyone. Coaches need to have a look at themselves at Stanmore IMO. It's not just the 1sts looking lost. It's the program.
View just keep on keeping on. Loss to Shore hurts as it took their season out of their own control. Definitely much improved on last season and play like a team whilst having a few standouts. If they finished off the year 4/4 they should be proud. Joeys away will be a huge test and I'm sure they are keen for a shot at Kings at home.