
Ingle Farm vs. USC Lion
Early title contenders Ingle Farm take on an undermanned USC Lion at Walkleys Park. Farm crushed Div 1 newcomers West Beach 5-0 last week, with T Rutter returning to his old club bagging 4 . It’s hard to go past the Farm in this one, who have recruited extremely well in the off-season. Securing the services of T Rutter (Gleeson), A Dunt (East), M Clarke and D Eggers (Para Hills West) it could be argued Farm now boast the most depth in the Sunday Division 1. However, they will have to be aware of the last season’s top goal scorer, D Dobric, who bagged an inspirational hat trick the last time these two sides met. ;)
My Tip: Draw
Salisbury Florina vs. Para Hills East
Salisbury Florina who battled hard against a well oiled Elizabeth Vale, face a struggling Para Hills East side. With the apparent exodus of players at East, It looks like a long season ahead after being beaten convincingly by local rivals Para Hills West 4-0 last Sunday. Florina and M Andrea have a point to prove to ‘Monkey Boy’ this week, as they look to bounce back after last weeks disappointment. Both teams will be hungry for the points. It could be a close game at Underdown Park.
My Tip: Florina
Parafield Gardens vs. West Beach
On the back of another bone crunching derby, Parafield Gardens will look to get their first win on the board against a decimated West Beach. Gardens, always competitive at home should prove no match for Beach, who wont want to see a repeat of last weeks proceedings. Unfortunately for West Beach, it’s hard to see them winning this one, but stranger things have happened.
My Tip: Gardens
Pontian Eagles vs. Elizabeth Vale
Pontian face an even tougher test this week against the Cichanowski Cup winners, Elizabeth Vale. The Eagles play an excellent passing game, but could be exposed by a potent C Nicholls and M Brooks if their defence isn’t switched on. Vale will be high on confidence and will look to give the league a big shake this season. If Pontian can take anything out of this game, it should give them a lot of confidence for the season ahead.
My Tip: Draw
Para Hills West vs. Elizabeth Downs
An experienced Downs outfit travels to a buoyant Para Hills West. A young west side will have nothing to lose after their thumping of East last week. The Downs who have also picked up a few quality signings will be hungry for a first win of the season. Could this be the upset of the round? Motts and his men will be gunning for a third title in as many years, which makes for an intriguing game at Northbri Avenue.
My Tip: Draw