Week 5 Preview: Rival Week

Week 5 is upon us, and it is league wide rival week! Headlining this is the #5 Reapers coming into the Airport in Chicago to face #6 Gremlins. Another match-up of note is the Diamonds facing the surprise Pharoahs. 

#1 (4-0) @ (0-4)

This team is super hot fire right now. They cannot lose to a team like the Dragonfish, it just won't happen, even in Florida. Paolo will have ot have a monster monster game just to bring this to a 3rd set.
Prediction: SKY
All Time: SKY- 13 DF- 13

(0-4) @ (3-1) #2

There is nothing going on for the Silverbacks, a very disappointing season. The Gold are hot and are in their own gym. Expect to see a 2 set affair.
Prediction: GOLD
All Time: SB- 13 GOLD- 15

 #3 (3-1) @ (2-2)

The Interceptors find themselves 0-2 in the division, they need this victory to keep from completely slipping away. The Scarlet Ember find themselves still having to convince people they are a legitimate #3. I expect the 4 POWER PLAYERS of the Interceptors to make light work of the Scarlet Ember in a Conference Championship rematch.
Prediction: INT
All Time: SE- 13 INT- 16

(1-3) @ (2-2) #7

I foresee a very tough battle. Something will finally trigger for this team during this rivalry matchup. I don't think the Cat's will see it coming. I expect Rayquan to step up. 

Prediction: TOR

All Time: TOR- 9 CATS- 16

(0-4) @ (2-2)

The Empire are looking to win this division and I don't think they will get tripped up here. The Seadogs are still trying to find some sort of rhythm with all these rookies and with James disappearing.

Prediction: EMP

All Time: SEA- 13 EMP- 17

#8 (3-1) @ (3-1) #4

The Phactory has another big Western matchup after getting shown up last week vs. the Gold. This would be a huge win for this young team. The Diamonds have been playing very very well, they should not over think this game. 

Prediction: DIA

All Time: DIA- 11 PHA- 13

(1-3) @ (2-2)

The Margays are on the verge of becoming a respectable force in the league, or at the very least the North. With a win here, they secure that. The Dizzy Devils do not have a bad squad, and this would be a nice game to begin stepping towards some recognition. 

Prediction: MAR

All Time: DD- 13 MAR- 12

Flex Game of the Week 5

#5 (3-1) @ (3-1) #6

The most exciting division this season gets the spotlight it deserves as the Gremlins host the Reapers. The Gremlins have been the surprise of this division, especially after a close defeat of the Interceptors. The Reapers have been pretty consistent with expectation and this game should show their prowess. Unless Casey has something to say about it.....

Prediction: REP

All Time: REP- 13 GRE- 10

Week 4 Recap

The Mid-West has officially come into vogue as the division to watch as the Red rankings are handed out this week, who would have thought the Interceptors would be the caboose right now. 

(0-4) @ (3-1) #6

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(0-4) @ (3-1) #8

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 (2-2) @ (3-1) #7

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(1-3) @ (3-1) #3
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(1-3) @ (2-2)
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#5 (3-1) @ (3-1) #2
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(0-4) @ (2-2)
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Flex Game of the Week 4

#4 (2-2) @ (4-0) #1

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Saturn® Player of the Week

Aleksandr #5 Empire

Exp: 9 yrs Uni: Sunshine City

Thrw: 2 Out: 2 Cth: 3
Capped both sets with impressive catches

Week 4 Preview

Some big divisional matchups going down this week. #2 PHA greets #5 GOLD in Las Vegas. This is the Pharoahs first real test of the season. The Flex of the week features the top 2 Southern teams in ATL. The North gets a break by playing itself, building some internal wins. 

(0-3) @ (2-1) #6

The last time these 2 met it was in 2009-2 with the last 10-0 shutout in history. Back when the Dragonfish were that team. The Reapers are now in that role and they would love to return the favor. Look for a solid game from Paolo as they try to get in the win column, but I think Jason and Reid will prove too much.
Prediction: REP
All Time: DF- 2 REP- 0

(0-3) @ (2-1) #8

The Diamonds have 4 power players! This game should be a rout. The Silverbacks would need Kenneth to come back with a stellar performance along with Sanchito. But Sebastian and Sean should be on point.
Prediction: DIA
All Time: SB- 12 DIA- 12

 (2-1) @ (2-1) #7

This should be a nice matchup. The Gremlins are ranked and rightly so, but the Interceptors haven't taken the step backward that people think they have. If Casey and Donte can finally have a good performance in the same game, they could take on the 4 power player Champions.
Prediction: GRE
All Time: INT- 10 GRE- 12

(1-2) @ (2-1) #3

A rematch of the 2010 Championship. Too bad only 3 players across both teams remember it. Maybe the Toros will be reinvigorated. I think it is time for the Scarlet Embers bubble to burst and the Toros to finally play normal. 

Prediction: TOR

All Time: TOR- 4 SE- 3

(1-2) @ (1-2)

It is time for both of these teams to decide it they are going to be contenders this year. McFadden needs to step-up and take this one because Russell has resigned from team leader it appears. Aleksandr needs to remember week 1 and start playing like that again. But I think the Dizzy Devils have more talent and will. 

Prediction: DD

All Time: DD- 11 EMP- 15

#5 (2-1) @ (3-0) #2

Time for all of us to see if Charlie and the Win Phactory is for real. The Gold have more talent and much more experience, but the historically, when the Pharoahs do well, they do it all the way. But, I think it is bubble bursting weekend and the Charlie phenomenon will be halted at least for now. He has had too easy of a season for a rookie. 

Prediction: GOLD

All Time: GOLD- 15 PHA- 8

(0-3) @ (1-2)

The Seadogs need to take this oppurtunity to put together a set or maybe a win. They have as much of a chance this game than any. But Pasquel and the gang need to build up the momentum again that they had in the beginning of the season and it would be good to start here. 

Prediction: MAR

All Time: SEA- 14 MAR- 8

Flex Game of the Week 4

#4 (2-1) @ (3-0) #1

The Skylarks are no secret anymore. Everyone knows they are scary efficient. Can the Cat's show they are still the class of the South? Will the Skylarks continue their perfect set season? Both teams will be dealing with mounds of pressure so it will really be 50% circumstance and 50% skill. 

Prediction: SKY

All Time: CATS- 12 SKY- 13