By KEVIN HILLIER - Division 1 Seniors
St. Albans could be in the five by the end of the weekend if they win on Saturday, and as I think, Spotswood lose to Altona. Who would have thought that?
Before any of the Saints faithful start cancelling September holidays, there is a long way to go, and Spotswood has an extra game between now and the end of the home and away season.
The Saints have to firstly beat Sunshine. The Kangaroos might be done, but they are not dusted, and will want to finish the season by shaping the five if they can and they can, given they meet the Saints, Hoppers, Spotswood and Altona in the next four weeks.
Only because it is at Kings Park I am tipping the Saints. Hoppers Crossing will have too much firepower all over the ground for Wyndhamvale, who are limping to the end of the season after another big loss last week.
Hoppers will not take any game lightly in the lead up to the finals and should win handsomely.
The Falcons have done some very good things in their Division 1 debut season, and won’t want to spoil their good work with more thrashings.
Werribee Districts clash with Deer Park should be a beauty if both are at their best.
Joe Halloran has been in great form, and will need to be at this best to curb one or more of the rampaging Lions forwards. Take your pick Brendan Fevola, Jase Perkins, Kwame McHarg, even Chris Stewart or Scott Greenhough when resting up forward.
The Lions are loaded with goal kickers, and a midfield that supplies efficiently and accurately. Unlike my radio buddy Steve Thom, I don’t see Deer Park losing before the finals.
Great to see Andrew Panayi kick a bag last week for Districts, but he will need a few of his team mates to chime in as well if they are any chance. Deer Park to flex their muscles.
Spotswood has the staggers, and as mentioned earlier will probably fall out of the five by the end of this round unless they win.
The Woodsmen’s injury list is crippling, and there is not much light at the end of the tunnel.
Altona is also coming off a loss but still has a chance at a top three finish, as unlikely as that may be. Neither side is in danger of threatening for the flag, but both want to play finals.
Spotswood is renowned for its spirit and never say die attitude, but the fact is, they are shot. The Vikings will enjoy the spoils of victory here.
Last Modified on 12/07/2016 10:24