Week Nine

Monday @ 7pm - Sexy Poolerz [4-4] vs Straight Shots [3-5]
Both sides are coming in on a bit of a slump at the wrong time with just two matches remaining. Sexy Poolerz seem to have some issue going on around them, but it really isn't an issue, they are the defending champions for a reason and their roster is still quite similar. Straight Shots on the other hand, are much different from last season and despite their hot start, they have been brutal as of late but with a strong tourny showing on the weekend, the next two weeks might not be a write off for Straight Shots. The suspects for SP to show and carry for them are the usuals, while for SS, I think Pita and JJ will take anyone other than themselves to step up and win 1-2 games, and there's a gut feeling that SS can do it this week and make next week quite interesting.

Prediction - 5-3 Straight Shots

Monday @ 7pm - Pool Hall Pros [5-3] vs For The Win [5-3]
While tied in record, it's hard to imagine these two sides close. Pool Hall Pros have been a great story this season, with the likes of Candi, Ifran and Tommy carrying the load with great support throughout the season, but they'll need a great effort from all their entire roster this week if they look to pull into first, surprising just about everyone. For Danielle & co., it's quite simple, put the past behind you and get into your early season form. The likes of Ant, Dante, and Stephen will be too much for Sean & co. to take on.

Prediction - 5-2 For The Win

Tuesday @ 7pm - Dead Strokes [6-2] vs Freedom [3-5]
Drama and records aside, this side will show case some heavy hitters. Dead Strokes may be thin on depth from their methods, but the talent they have is some of the best in the game. With players like Andy, Conor and Travis seemingly done from interleagues, the focus turns heavily to Adam, Pete and Scotty to carry the load. If those three are able to show, along with the likes of Ben and Nish, this match could go down to the wire. Dead Strokes, with the likes of Ashton, Luis, Omar, Nick and Rees, will give Freedom a run for their money here. This match will come down to which side has more patience, and while Freedom may not have their best 5 here, I think the nod will have to go to the more experienced side.

Prediction - 5-4 Freedom

Tuesday @ 7pm - 8BallCrushers [1-2] vs Break and Run [4-4]
8BC had a rough go at it last week without Josh at the table, and fell quickly, and this week may follow the same path. Break and Run are getting back into old classic form, and just in time. With a win, Ross & co. will be guaranteed a tie for a playoff spot, setting up a very interesting final week, while a loss makes it all the more stressful for them. Quickly put, even with Josh and their best, Break and Run will be too strong for a new 8BC squad who look to be adding experience for future seasons.

Prediction - 5-1 Break and Run