Tuesday @ 7pm - Freedom [4-0] vs Straight Shots [1-2]
After dismantling Dead Strokes, Freedom looks to continue their surprising start and knock off another top team in their mid-season gauntlet run. While an easy start to the season may have boosted their confidence, a four week stretch against DS, SS, BNR and FTW will show us if Freedom are for real or not. Freedom were able to bring their best roster of the season last week with the old school duo of Andy and Nish able to go a combined 3-0, while DJ pushed his overall record to 5-0. These guys will be key if Pete keeps this run going. Straight Shots never played last week, but were still dealt a large blow with the dismissal of Mike from their team. With no Pita, and Charlie seeming to not be as consistent as he once was, Straight Shots have no back bone and will instead lean to the likes of Cam, Dustin and Kenny to show and hopefully together, win it for the team.
Prediction - 5-3 Freedom
Wednesday @ 6pm - Harley Hustlers [2-1] vs Pool Hall Pros [2-2]
While Omar was open about attempting to recruit everyone under the sun, it seems that there is a new water cooler for everyone to flock too. With recent additions in Croz, Maria, Thomas and now Mike, Brice & co. are looking mighty solid. Those 5 names alone are looking like they would be good enough to beat out a now undermanned SS and under-performing DS squad to the playoffs, and with the added depth of Frank, Steve and Dana, things are looking up for those Hustlers. While hustlers seem to make their living in pool halls, this match sees two ex-PHP'ers now playing for HH in Croz and Maria. Will there be bad blood? I doubt it, without Trio, PHP is pretty calm and as far as I can see there are a ton of good people on both sides of the match. While HH now has vast talent, PHP can try and get back above .500 with their current talent with the likes of Candi, Tommy and Raz leading the way. It'll be interesting to see if the new talent at HH can play well together and if Brice can keep them all happy, while we'll see if PHP are a team that have the ability to consistently battle top-tier teams.
Prediction - 5-4 Harley Hustlers
Wednesday @ 6pm - Pool Dragonz [1-3] vs For The Win [3-1]
In this match we see an undermanned PDZ squad face off against a Danielle led team that has had to squeak out some key wins this season. For PDZ, Joe hasn't been able to get a full team to the table, and in PRO you don't have much of a chance if you can't bring 5. He needs to get his team together if they look to have any shot at the playoffs before they dig themselves a hole they cannot get out of. They're only a game back of the playoffs so nothing is lost at this point, but back to back weeks of only showing with 4 players is not a good sign for the self-proclaimed pool stud. For Danielle & co., it's been a rough start despite their 3-1 record with the unexpected slow starts by Ant, Dante and Stephen. Brian has been able to save a few days but this is a week where everyone in FTW should be able to get going.
Prediction - 5-1 For The Win
Thursday @ 6pm - Rack Dem Up [0-4] vs Break and Run [4-0]
Despite Break and Runs newest star Craig being just 2-2 for Break and Run, they have shown that they are star-studded and are ready for another title run. The usual suspect in Jordy is carrying the load at 6-0 and should only increase this week. Both Gus and Mina have shown that they are able to show consistently again, helping Ross lead his squad to a perfect record thus far. For Tim & co., certainly a rough start and it doesn't get any easier this week, but they do have some talent and on any given night they can break out. If the likes of Tim, Jess and Sterlo can get going together on any night, only good things will follow. They're up tough this week, hopefully they are able to keep it close.
Prediction - 5-2 Break and Run
Thursday @ 7pm - 8Ball Crushers [1-3] vs Dead Strokes [1-3]
The final match-up of the week shows a mismatch despite their records. 8BC were able to get a big win last week over an undermanned PDZ squad while DS were just out-matched despite showing with their most talented roster to date. With the likes of Joey, Omar, Rocky, Ogges and Roy, DS would have no issue winning this week but Omar has shown his inability to get a consistent roster at the table beyond himself and Rocky, though this week those two should be out and firing looking to take out their early season frustration on anyone that shows. Andrew & co. were given new life last week after Andrew and corn were able to carry the team to their first victory of the season and despite it being early, have an opportunity to jump a few spots in the standings. Andrew will need a similar outing out of himself and corn and others if they look to have any shot at an upset this week.
Prediction - 5-3 Dead Strokes
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Monday, November 19, 2012
Week Four
Monday @ 6pm - Freedom [3-0] vs Dead Strokes [1-2]
Find me any reason that this is not the match-up of the week and I'll shower you in diamonds. Firstly, in a conference where it is pretty clear that the 3 moving through to the playoffs will be DS, Freedom and SS, any match-up between the three teams will have major seeding implications. Secondly, it will tell us if Freedom is for real and/or Dead Strokes will be able to rebound. Freedom has gotten off to quite the start, despite playing against arguably the three worst teams in PRO thus far. A dazzling 15-1 overall record will be put to the test this week against a strong Dead Strokes squad that were able to bounce back after an atrocious start with a win over Straight Shots. Thirdly, there's a lot of tension between these leagues that can cause enough friction to light some fires. Long gone are the constant Freedom-Break and Run battles that caused headaches week after week, but while the rivalry remains strong, it seems Break and Run were replaced by Dead Strokes and more often than not there is some sort of drama between the two sides, going back much farther than the last season of WSOP where one side was suspected of booting the other sides players. With Freedom starting those fires more often than not, and having players banned in DS ran interleagues, Pete will be sure to keep his players as cool as possible to avoid unnecessary headaches in his own interleague and focus on getting that win. The final reason for this being the best match-up of the week? The players that will be there.. hopefully. Let's start with Freedom, DJ has gotten off to a great start leading his team with a 4-0 record picking up the slack of lost stars in Adam, Ben, Mike and Scotty but thankfully for Pete he's been able to get other studs to come back with the likes of Andy, Nish and Travis. These names are going to be key for Pete if he looks to keep the solid start going. For Dead Strokes, it's been a rough start to say the least. The original star of Dead Strokes in Ashton has taken a break for good, and with the Luis', Nick and others seemingly gone, Omar has gone back to promising the return of players like CK and others. He has been able to get Ogges and Pommy back which has been key in other interleagues, but so far in PRO it has been a solo mission by Rocky doing all the work. Omar will need these guys and himself to not only show, but play their best to take down what might be a stacked Freedom squad. For Freedom to win, they need to know Rocky isn't the only player they'll be playing and make sure they don't slip up. This exciting match should go down to the wire, with cautious play on both sides and chances are the odd fire being lit.
Prediction - 5-4 Freedom
Tuesday @ 6pm - For The Win [2-1] vs Rack Dem Up [0-3]
Both sides are coming off a loss last week, but RDU has had a few more losses this season. Brian was unable to carry the load against a stacked Break and Run squad but should have no issue this week. Rack Dem Up had issues last week against a solid Freedom squad and while they get their stud and captain handkrash back, they'll need a lot more to overcome a strong FTW side. It's been a tough start for RDU this season with Thomas waiting until a few weeks into a season to bail, but this group is a good group of people and hopefully they are able to draw positives from this match and move on as better times are ahead.
Prediction - 5-1 For The Win
Tuesday @ 6pm - Straight Shots [1-2] vs Harley Hustlers [2-1]
A victim of Rocky, Straight Shots look to rebound against a Harley Hustlers squad getting better with a proud captain. Brice has taken his roll in HH and put it on his sleeve. A lot of pride and effort goes into his captaining here and it's starting to pay off. Brice was able to pick up Thomas last week and he helped carry HH to their second win of the season. Now this week they have picked up the likes of Croz and Maria, giving HH some great depth and may be able to slip into the top 3 if a team like DS begins to falter. Steve, Frank and now Thomas have been vital to their quick 2-1 start, and with the added depth things are looking up for HH and a big challenge to prove themselves this week. Straight Shots despite falling to 1-2 due to Rocky, still have great potential despite losing Mike to free agency. Cam, Charlie and Dustin have all gotten off to slow starts but we all know it won't last, and this might be the week they turn it around and start getting those wins!
Prediction - 5-3 Straight Shots
Wednesday @ 7pm - 8Ball Crushers [0-3] vs Pool Dragonz [1-2]
Both sides come off a loss in which they were originally leading by game 3/5 and look to rebound and add injury insult to their opponent. No one in 8BC has been able to get their season going on the right foot with losses piling up quicker than losses, but it's a matter of time until the likes of Andrew starts to get it going, and he matches up well with PDZ. For Pool Dragonz, Rob and Charles have been doing as much as they can, so far getting PDZ the one victory and are looking to get back to .500. Neither side want to fall much farther behind so expect captains to put pressure on their teams to get it going, hopefully neither crack under the pressure.
Prediction - 5-4 8Ball Crushers
Thursday @ 6pm - Break and Run [3-0] vs Pool Hall Pros [2-1]
Teams might now be regretting moving their matches to Thursdays now that they see what Break and Run are capable of, even on days that aren't Thursday. A big win over conference-rival For The Win showed that even if it's not Thursday, you'll have issues. With Croz leaving due to Craig coming in, it's easy to compare who you rather would have. Craig would beat Croz in a set 6 times out of 10, but chances are those 4 losses by Craig are because he quits early because he's behind, or sick of his own drama, and as shown in seasons past, he's hardly consistent and has no issue bringing drama. That aside, a starting five of Craig, Jordy, Gus, Mina and Lewis is good enough to take the title, but that won't be for more than 2 months so who knows what will happen in the mean time. This week though, they take on a Pool Hall Pros side who have been able to get wins based off one player carrying, but will need more than one ace to take down Break and Run. Tommy and Candi will be counted on this week while the likes of Razzy, Mikey and Damo will need to provide support if they look to upset the top dog this week.
Prediction - 5-3 Break and Run
Find me any reason that this is not the match-up of the week and I'll shower you in diamonds. Firstly, in a conference where it is pretty clear that the 3 moving through to the playoffs will be DS, Freedom and SS, any match-up between the three teams will have major seeding implications. Secondly, it will tell us if Freedom is for real and/or Dead Strokes will be able to rebound. Freedom has gotten off to quite the start, despite playing against arguably the three worst teams in PRO thus far. A dazzling 15-1 overall record will be put to the test this week against a strong Dead Strokes squad that were able to bounce back after an atrocious start with a win over Straight Shots. Thirdly, there's a lot of tension between these leagues that can cause enough friction to light some fires. Long gone are the constant Freedom-Break and Run battles that caused headaches week after week, but while the rivalry remains strong, it seems Break and Run were replaced by Dead Strokes and more often than not there is some sort of drama between the two sides, going back much farther than the last season of WSOP where one side was suspected of booting the other sides players. With Freedom starting those fires more often than not, and having players banned in DS ran interleagues, Pete will be sure to keep his players as cool as possible to avoid unnecessary headaches in his own interleague and focus on getting that win. The final reason for this being the best match-up of the week? The players that will be there.. hopefully. Let's start with Freedom, DJ has gotten off to a great start leading his team with a 4-0 record picking up the slack of lost stars in Adam, Ben, Mike and Scotty but thankfully for Pete he's been able to get other studs to come back with the likes of Andy, Nish and Travis. These names are going to be key for Pete if he looks to keep the solid start going. For Dead Strokes, it's been a rough start to say the least. The original star of Dead Strokes in Ashton has taken a break for good, and with the Luis', Nick and others seemingly gone, Omar has gone back to promising the return of players like CK and others. He has been able to get Ogges and Pommy back which has been key in other interleagues, but so far in PRO it has been a solo mission by Rocky doing all the work. Omar will need these guys and himself to not only show, but play their best to take down what might be a stacked Freedom squad. For Freedom to win, they need to know Rocky isn't the only player they'll be playing and make sure they don't slip up. This exciting match should go down to the wire, with cautious play on both sides and chances are the odd fire being lit.
Prediction - 5-4 Freedom
Tuesday @ 6pm - For The Win [2-1] vs Rack Dem Up [0-3]
Both sides are coming off a loss last week, but RDU has had a few more losses this season. Brian was unable to carry the load against a stacked Break and Run squad but should have no issue this week. Rack Dem Up had issues last week against a solid Freedom squad and while they get their stud and captain handkrash back, they'll need a lot more to overcome a strong FTW side. It's been a tough start for RDU this season with Thomas waiting until a few weeks into a season to bail, but this group is a good group of people and hopefully they are able to draw positives from this match and move on as better times are ahead.
Prediction - 5-1 For The Win
Tuesday @ 6pm - Straight Shots [1-2] vs Harley Hustlers [2-1]
A victim of Rocky, Straight Shots look to rebound against a Harley Hustlers squad getting better with a proud captain. Brice has taken his roll in HH and put it on his sleeve. A lot of pride and effort goes into his captaining here and it's starting to pay off. Brice was able to pick up Thomas last week and he helped carry HH to their second win of the season. Now this week they have picked up the likes of Croz and Maria, giving HH some great depth and may be able to slip into the top 3 if a team like DS begins to falter. Steve, Frank and now Thomas have been vital to their quick 2-1 start, and with the added depth things are looking up for HH and a big challenge to prove themselves this week. Straight Shots despite falling to 1-2 due to Rocky, still have great potential despite losing Mike to free agency. Cam, Charlie and Dustin have all gotten off to slow starts but we all know it won't last, and this might be the week they turn it around and start getting those wins!
Prediction - 5-3 Straight Shots
Wednesday @ 7pm - 8Ball Crushers [0-3] vs Pool Dragonz [1-2]
Both sides come off a loss in which they were originally leading by game 3/5 and look to rebound and add injury insult to their opponent. No one in 8BC has been able to get their season going on the right foot with losses piling up quicker than losses, but it's a matter of time until the likes of Andrew starts to get it going, and he matches up well with PDZ. For Pool Dragonz, Rob and Charles have been doing as much as they can, so far getting PDZ the one victory and are looking to get back to .500. Neither side want to fall much farther behind so expect captains to put pressure on their teams to get it going, hopefully neither crack under the pressure.
Prediction - 5-4 8Ball Crushers
Thursday @ 6pm - Break and Run [3-0] vs Pool Hall Pros [2-1]
Teams might now be regretting moving their matches to Thursdays now that they see what Break and Run are capable of, even on days that aren't Thursday. A big win over conference-rival For The Win showed that even if it's not Thursday, you'll have issues. With Croz leaving due to Craig coming in, it's easy to compare who you rather would have. Craig would beat Croz in a set 6 times out of 10, but chances are those 4 losses by Craig are because he quits early because he's behind, or sick of his own drama, and as shown in seasons past, he's hardly consistent and has no issue bringing drama. That aside, a starting five of Craig, Jordy, Gus, Mina and Lewis is good enough to take the title, but that won't be for more than 2 months so who knows what will happen in the mean time. This week though, they take on a Pool Hall Pros side who have been able to get wins based off one player carrying, but will need more than one ace to take down Break and Run. Tommy and Candi will be counted on this week while the likes of Razzy, Mikey and Damo will need to provide support if they look to upset the top dog this week.
Prediction - 5-3 Break and Run
Monday, November 12, 2012
Week Three
Monday @ 6pm - For The Win [2-0] vs Break and Run [2-0]
The clear top two sides in the Atlantic Conference face off, and while at the start of the season predicting a winner would be easy, a now reloaded Break and Run squad look to challenge FTW for the top spot. With new additions in Lewis and Craig debuting last week, the starting five of Break and Run (Gus, Jordy, Mina, Lewis and Craig) might be the best here in PRO this season, but then again that's only on Thursdays. Who Ross can get to show on Monday will be interesting to see. On the flip side, FTW is a consistent team that can get the same 4-5 on any night so unless the likes of Gus and Jordy are able to show, Danielle & co. shouldn't have an issue this week.
Prediction - 5-3 For The Win
Tuesday @ 7pm - Dead Strokes [0-2] vs Straight Shots [1-1]
In what was supposed to be a match-up between the top two sides in the Pacific, we see two sides going in opposite directions. Dead Strokes came into this season, with Omar hyping themselves up even further with all these great recruits. The only new-recruit doing any damage at all in DS isn't even the result of Omar according to Craig. Yeesh. Straight Shots on the flip side are only getting stronger with the return of Charlie and the likes of Mike coming back. Despite being 1-1, they really are the top team in the conference in my eyes after a tough loss to Break and Run last week. A win over DS this week will, for the time being at least, show that they are just that. SS have too many weapons to quiet Rocky and Omar it seems only has Rocky..
Prediction - 5-2 Straight Shots
Wednesday @ 7pm - Freedom [2-0] vs Rack Dem Up [0-2]
While Freedom are certainly off to a much better start than last season, they haven't faced a top tier team yet and even though RDU are better without Thomas, this isn't much of a match up. While everyone hopped on the Freedom bandwagon again, the only stars that have returned this season so far are Andy and Travis who have only played one week thus far. Despite DJ hopping off to a quick 3-0 start, no one in Freedom has needed to carry because they have just been rolling over teams which should continue this week. Thomas has finally done what he has done best and leave his own league. Jess is in tough this week without one of her top players, but she has one thing going for her: No Thomas! Will RDU get those players back that Thomas drove away? Who knows, hopefully a thumping by Freedom doesn't drive people away.
Prediction - 5-1 Freedom
Thursday @ 6pm - Pool Hall Pros [1-1] vs Pool Dragonz [1-1]
A big match-up here as we see two sides that very well will be fighting for the third spot all season long. PHP has been the better of two so far in their non-RDU match-ups losing by just one to FTW. While PDZ got beat in week 1 by Break and Run. Up and down the roster, it seems PHP has the edge here, and should be able to take this handily.
Prediction - 5-2 Pool Hall Pros
Thursday @ 7pm - Harley Hustlers [1-1] vs 8Ball Crushers [0-2]
The final match-up of the week showcases HH who were not only able to rebound after a thumping by Freedom in week 1, but do so against DS in game 9. So who are HH? Will they be for real this season or just a team that goes up and down with consistency? If they are able to continue the poor start by 8BC, it's a step in the right direction for them. 8BC have had the harshest start to the season because of their schedule, but all that means is that it gets easier down the road. They have players who are capable of carrying, and maybe a match-up with HH will start to get the wins coming in. If Andrew is able to play his cards right at home, this match will be close and in a case like that, either side could win.
Prediction - 5-4 Harley Hustlers
The clear top two sides in the Atlantic Conference face off, and while at the start of the season predicting a winner would be easy, a now reloaded Break and Run squad look to challenge FTW for the top spot. With new additions in Lewis and Craig debuting last week, the starting five of Break and Run (Gus, Jordy, Mina, Lewis and Craig) might be the best here in PRO this season, but then again that's only on Thursdays. Who Ross can get to show on Monday will be interesting to see. On the flip side, FTW is a consistent team that can get the same 4-5 on any night so unless the likes of Gus and Jordy are able to show, Danielle & co. shouldn't have an issue this week.
Prediction - 5-3 For The Win
Tuesday @ 7pm - Dead Strokes [0-2] vs Straight Shots [1-1]
In what was supposed to be a match-up between the top two sides in the Pacific, we see two sides going in opposite directions. Dead Strokes came into this season, with Omar hyping themselves up even further with all these great recruits. The only new-recruit doing any damage at all in DS isn't even the result of Omar according to Craig. Yeesh. Straight Shots on the flip side are only getting stronger with the return of Charlie and the likes of Mike coming back. Despite being 1-1, they really are the top team in the conference in my eyes after a tough loss to Break and Run last week. A win over DS this week will, for the time being at least, show that they are just that. SS have too many weapons to quiet Rocky and Omar it seems only has Rocky..
Prediction - 5-2 Straight Shots
Wednesday @ 7pm - Freedom [2-0] vs Rack Dem Up [0-2]
While Freedom are certainly off to a much better start than last season, they haven't faced a top tier team yet and even though RDU are better without Thomas, this isn't much of a match up. While everyone hopped on the Freedom bandwagon again, the only stars that have returned this season so far are Andy and Travis who have only played one week thus far. Despite DJ hopping off to a quick 3-0 start, no one in Freedom has needed to carry because they have just been rolling over teams which should continue this week. Thomas has finally done what he has done best and leave his own league. Jess is in tough this week without one of her top players, but she has one thing going for her: No Thomas! Will RDU get those players back that Thomas drove away? Who knows, hopefully a thumping by Freedom doesn't drive people away.
Prediction - 5-1 Freedom
Thursday @ 6pm - Pool Hall Pros [1-1] vs Pool Dragonz [1-1]
A big match-up here as we see two sides that very well will be fighting for the third spot all season long. PHP has been the better of two so far in their non-RDU match-ups losing by just one to FTW. While PDZ got beat in week 1 by Break and Run. Up and down the roster, it seems PHP has the edge here, and should be able to take this handily.
Prediction - 5-2 Pool Hall Pros
Thursday @ 7pm - Harley Hustlers [1-1] vs 8Ball Crushers [0-2]
The final match-up of the week showcases HH who were not only able to rebound after a thumping by Freedom in week 1, but do so against DS in game 9. So who are HH? Will they be for real this season or just a team that goes up and down with consistency? If they are able to continue the poor start by 8BC, it's a step in the right direction for them. 8BC have had the harshest start to the season because of their schedule, but all that means is that it gets easier down the road. They have players who are capable of carrying, and maybe a match-up with HH will start to get the wins coming in. If Andrew is able to play his cards right at home, this match will be close and in a case like that, either side could win.
Prediction - 5-4 Harley Hustlers
Monday, November 5, 2012
Week Two
Monday @ 6pm - Pool Hall Pros [1-0] vs For The Win [1-0]
Both sides are coming off opening week wins and look to continue that success. PHP had the lone "upset" of the week being the only underdog to win. Whether it was an issue of RDU not being strong or PHP being stronger than most first though, FTW clearly had the harder week facing DS but were able to keep Rocky from running the table on them. I mentioned FTW was deep, but with the likes of Ant, Brian and Dante all losing, new-comer Killer was able to clinch it. It wasn't a dominating result they will have hoped for, but a win is a win and this week should keep FTW rolling along.
Prediction - 5-2 For The Win
Monday @ 6pm - Harley Hustlers [0-1] vs Dead Strokes [0-1]
A match where both teams are looking for their first win, and while on paper it seems the home side may have it in the bag, it may not be that easy. Harley Hustlers ran into Freedom on a good night and ended up losing quite handily, but it doesn't look like they had their best team at the table. On the flip side, DQ's and DS seem to go hand in hand apparently with a few DQ's going against DS. Craig their ex-captain wasn't even there so you can't fault him but rather Omar who still seems to not understand the rules fully. For some strange reason I feel like there is big upset potential here, but betting against the likes of Rocky, Pommy and Ogges who seems to be back for good is just too hard to do.
Prediction - 5-3 Dead Strokes
Wednesday @ 7pm - Rack Dem Up [0-1] vs Pool Dragonz [0-1]
A fairly even match-up between two winless teams has a result really hinging on who RDU bring to the table. When they first came to interleagues they seemed to have a lot of big names, but those big names have seem to have faded and their roster seems a bit limited, more so this week with one player boxed. For Pool Dragonz, it's seemingly the same roster week after week but with the addition of Wild Thing from UO, they do gain a bit of depth and skill that could be enough to push them up the ladder. This is a big match-up as early as it is as these two could very well be battling for the final play-off spot near the end of the season.
Prediction - 5-3 Pool Dragonz
Thursday @ 6pm - Straight Shots [1-0] vs Break and Run [1-0]
Probably the best match-up of the week has my fav. team up against a Break and Run team that seems stronger than usual. With the likes of Gus, Ross and Crozzy all notching wins last week in place of Mina and Jordy, the depth is back for Break and Run who have gone a few seasons since their last championship. Last season both Ross and Croz were unable to gain consistent play and that seemed to be their downfall, so with both of them picking up 2 wins in the first week, it'll be good to see if they are able to keep that going. For Straight Shots, they were able to pick up a win without having the strongest of rosters, but with the likes of Kenny and Charlie back and steady, if they're able to play consistently for Dustin, this team could make a return to being dominant. If both sides are able to bring their best it's really tough to pick a winner, but with the whole BNR-Thursday thing going on, they'll be my pick.
Prediction - 5-4 Break and Run
Thursday @ 7pm - Freedom [1-0] vs 8Ball Crushers [0-1]
Well look at that, tricks were shown as the likes of both Andy and Travis were able to make their return for Freedom, certainly easing the pain for Pete as now he doesn't have to rely on himself and DJ every week, but, how often will they be able to play? If at least one of the two are able to show up every week, Freedom might actually be able to challenge for the top spot in the Pacific with the likes of DS and SS. For 8BC, they had a tough start last week and it doesn't get much better this week. Andrew will need to be on his game and get some support if they look to upset a Freedom squad who may have their mojo back.
Prediction - 5-2 Freedom
Both sides are coming off opening week wins and look to continue that success. PHP had the lone "upset" of the week being the only underdog to win. Whether it was an issue of RDU not being strong or PHP being stronger than most first though, FTW clearly had the harder week facing DS but were able to keep Rocky from running the table on them. I mentioned FTW was deep, but with the likes of Ant, Brian and Dante all losing, new-comer Killer was able to clinch it. It wasn't a dominating result they will have hoped for, but a win is a win and this week should keep FTW rolling along.
Prediction - 5-2 For The Win
Monday @ 6pm - Harley Hustlers [0-1] vs Dead Strokes [0-1]
A match where both teams are looking for their first win, and while on paper it seems the home side may have it in the bag, it may not be that easy. Harley Hustlers ran into Freedom on a good night and ended up losing quite handily, but it doesn't look like they had their best team at the table. On the flip side, DQ's and DS seem to go hand in hand apparently with a few DQ's going against DS. Craig their ex-captain wasn't even there so you can't fault him but rather Omar who still seems to not understand the rules fully. For some strange reason I feel like there is big upset potential here, but betting against the likes of Rocky, Pommy and Ogges who seems to be back for good is just too hard to do.
Prediction - 5-3 Dead Strokes
Wednesday @ 7pm - Rack Dem Up [0-1] vs Pool Dragonz [0-1]
A fairly even match-up between two winless teams has a result really hinging on who RDU bring to the table. When they first came to interleagues they seemed to have a lot of big names, but those big names have seem to have faded and their roster seems a bit limited, more so this week with one player boxed. For Pool Dragonz, it's seemingly the same roster week after week but with the addition of Wild Thing from UO, they do gain a bit of depth and skill that could be enough to push them up the ladder. This is a big match-up as early as it is as these two could very well be battling for the final play-off spot near the end of the season.
Prediction - 5-3 Pool Dragonz
Thursday @ 6pm - Straight Shots [1-0] vs Break and Run [1-0]
Probably the best match-up of the week has my fav. team up against a Break and Run team that seems stronger than usual. With the likes of Gus, Ross and Crozzy all notching wins last week in place of Mina and Jordy, the depth is back for Break and Run who have gone a few seasons since their last championship. Last season both Ross and Croz were unable to gain consistent play and that seemed to be their downfall, so with both of them picking up 2 wins in the first week, it'll be good to see if they are able to keep that going. For Straight Shots, they were able to pick up a win without having the strongest of rosters, but with the likes of Kenny and Charlie back and steady, if they're able to play consistently for Dustin, this team could make a return to being dominant. If both sides are able to bring their best it's really tough to pick a winner, but with the whole BNR-Thursday thing going on, they'll be my pick.
Prediction - 5-4 Break and Run
Thursday @ 7pm - Freedom [1-0] vs 8Ball Crushers [0-1]
Well look at that, tricks were shown as the likes of both Andy and Travis were able to make their return for Freedom, certainly easing the pain for Pete as now he doesn't have to rely on himself and DJ every week, but, how often will they be able to play? If at least one of the two are able to show up every week, Freedom might actually be able to challenge for the top spot in the Pacific with the likes of DS and SS. For 8BC, they had a tough start last week and it doesn't get much better this week. Andrew will need to be on his game and get some support if they look to upset a Freedom squad who may have their mojo back.
Prediction - 5-2 Freedom
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