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Post by isthaturinal on Oct 22, 2024 20:45:55 GMT
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Post by massiveridersfan on Oct 26, 2024 21:06:18 GMT
Third game in five days but at least it's at home. Lions will want to wipe out the memory of their heavy defeat against us on their home court. They also defeated Surrey so despite it being a dead rubber they'll be looking to get a second win. Will Rob run more of the bench - personally I hope not because if the atmosphere gets any flatter it'll be like pancake Sunday.
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Post by isthaturinal on Oct 27, 2024 13:14:58 GMT
Third game in five days but at least it's at home. Lions will want to wipe out the memory of their heavy defeat against us on their home court. They also defeated Surrey so despite it being a dead rubber they'll be looking to get a second win. Will Rob run more of the bench - personally I hope not because if the atmosphere gets any flatter it'll be like pancake Sunday. Shall I bring some tumble weed, I can see this being a very dead atmosphere game. |
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Post by massiveridersfan on Oct 27, 2024 14:09:23 GMT
Third game in five days but at least it's at home. Lions will want to wipe out the memory of their heavy defeat against us on their home court. They also defeated Surrey so despite it being a dead rubber they'll be looking to get a second win. Will Rob run more of the bench - personally I hope not because if the atmosphere gets any flatter it'll be like pancake Sunday. Shall I bring some tumble weed, I can see this being a very dead atmosphere game. Okay - we'll need a single bell tolling as the soundtrack. |
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Post by sonjel on Oct 27, 2024 15:04:01 GMT
Third game in five days but at least it's at home. Lions will want to wipe out the memory of their heavy defeat against us on their home court. They also defeated Surrey so despite it being a dead rubber they'll be looking to get a second win. Will Rob run more of the bench - personally I hope not because if the atmosphere gets any flatter it'll be like pancake Sunday. Shall I bring some tumble weed, I can see this being a very dead atmosphere game. I've been practicing my cheerleader routine all week. |
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Post by spacejammer on Oct 27, 2024 17:19:24 GMT
Well looks like Sheffield must have been on a half day given that 2nd half scoreline.
Glad to see Manchester get their first win at home.
Looks like London are letting Leicester walk all over them as well.
Only Caledonia vs Cheshire looks like a competitive game.
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Post by massiveridersfan on Oct 27, 2024 18:25:56 GMT
Actually, for much of the game (certainly the first half) the game was pretty even but we established our dominance in the second half with excellent defence. No Jordan Taylor for Lions so perhaps carrying an injury?
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Post by isthaturinal on Oct 27, 2024 18:46:34 GMT
Shall I bring some tumble weed, I can see this being a very dead atmosphere game. I've been practicing my cheerleader routine all week. Now that will definitely sell tickets LOL |
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Post by sonjel on Oct 27, 2024 18:50:06 GMT
I've been practicing my cheerleader routine all week. Now that will definitely sell tickets LOL Hard to compete with this weeks half time entertainment though! |
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Post by isthaturinal on Oct 27, 2024 18:53:07 GMT
Now that will definitely sell tickets LOL Hard to compete with this weeks half time entertainment though! You can only beat what’s in front of you, Look forward to seeing your routine at the next game Vs Sharks |
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Post by massiveridersfan on Oct 27, 2024 19:05:25 GMT
Far from being flat the atmosphere was great at the game. Crowd behind the team, excellent commentary and all round feelgood factor. Think anyone who visited for the first time will want to return. Riders really play for each other and their unselfishness is paying dividends. Tbh, the SLB is so much better all round now there are several teams that could win it. This trophy isn't a foregone conclusion by any means.
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Post by blueskies99 on Oct 27, 2024 21:03:32 GMT
Nice to see DNH at the game….
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Post by stevetino on Oct 27, 2024 21:22:38 GMT
Far from being flat the atmosphere was great at the game. Crowd behind the team, excellent commentary and all round feelgood factor. Think anyone who visited for the first time will want to return. Riders really play for each other and their unselfishness is paying dividends. Tbh, the SLB is so much better all round now there are several teams that could win it. This trophy isn't a foregone conclusion by any means. Semi finals should be very interesting considering the south group was slightly easier to come through |
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Post by tallerman on Oct 28, 2024 8:09:25 GMT
Far from being flat the atmosphere was great at the game. Crowd behind the team, excellent commentary and all round feelgood factor. Think anyone who visited for the first time will want to return. Riders really play for each other and their unselfishness is paying dividends. Tbh, the SLB is so much better all round now there are several teams that could win it. This trophy isn't a foregone conclusion by any means. Lions went out early doors didn't they? |
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Post by eillo23 on Oct 29, 2024 10:09:01 GMT
Lions with import slots still to fill, definitely atleast 1. It seems they are keeping it open in the hope the League can sort something with Dekker. Such a shame that a player of his calibre and profile is unable to suit up. Its where I find the salary cap restrictive. Maybe a new rule to include from next season could be the highest import salary also does not count towards the salary cap? Along with highest british players salary that is already in place. One good import would not swing a team enough to dominate, but would allow teams to bring in a higher calibre/profile of player if they wish.
Lions seems to have used the Trophy purely to gel, which you can understand. Lots of minutes for the young brits.
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Post by tallerman on Oct 29, 2024 12:49:07 GMT
Or, rather than pay dekker 1.5 million this year, pay 3 British guys 500k
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Post by cosbyrider on Oct 30, 2024 9:51:20 GMT
Hope Lions do improve. Must admit I am already looking at the Riders fixture list and I am concerned about the competitiveness (probably mean because of own personal circumstance its December before I go watch a game). The teams in the South look a lot weaker as it stands.
Riders appear to have done this process of not overly gambling while the Lions were in town but then have spent more this winter. However, the crowds etc need to improve and it looks a risk.
Just want a really competitive competition (or rivalry to develop).
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Post by eillo23 on Oct 30, 2024 10:30:30 GMT
Hope Lions do improve. Must admit I am already looking at the Riders fixture list and I am concerned about the competitiveness (probably mean because of own personal circumstance its December before I go watch a game). The teams in the South look a lot weaker as it stands. Riders appear to have done this process of not overly gambling while the Lions were in town but then have spent more this winter. However, the crowds etc need to improve and it looks a risk. Just want a really competitive competition (or rivalry to develop). As said above, I wouldn't look into London's results to much at the moment. They barely had a preseason, and used the Trophy for that instead. Rai only 70% fit, Jordan Taylor injured and the rest of the team still very much gelling. Would not be surprised if they made a couple of changes now also. They will finish in the top 3. As a whole I feel the rest of the league can challenge Leicester. Newcastle look strong and well balanced, Cheshire also look great. Caledonia have a good squad, but until they get a good coach they wont fulfill their full potential. IF they replaced him a couple of seasons ago then they would be the ones to beat by now. |
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