Lions
Everlovin Antichrist
E.A. and the Bear
746 Words including title
This is one of the best descriptions of a player past or present that I have read in some time and your linguistic talents had me laughing. A good read and well rounded tribute to a player that wasnt graced with the privileges that many of todays stars receive. Well done on your first effort in the sevens.
Score:8.9
Roofromoz
I NOW BELIEVE IN FAIRY TALES
747 Words including title
A good opinion piece without the usual Rooster bagging of the event ;-) . Great story telling potential and good to read that fairy tales arent dead. You have captured the essence of the year succinctly. A huge first article in the sevens.
Score:8.7
RoosterBoy
You did us proud boys
612 Words including title
A piece on the Roosters modern history. Utilised facts well and added some opinion. Could have been expanded on a little.
Score:7.7
Zef
The Boy who was patted on the head
680 Words including title
So I guess what youre saying is that you havent got a complex or anything ;-) . As usual, you managed to capture the moment in true Kodak fashion and it was an interesting read.
Score: 8.6
Weasel
Viable Growth: What will work?
666 Words including title
A good argument regarding why relocation has worked for the AFL and why it wouldnt / hasnt in the NRL. Opens up the issue for debate.
Score: 8.6
Lions Total 42.5
Rhinos
Bomber
X-League and Yuri Geneveyezov
753 Words including title
Another piece written with great story telling ability. Enjoyable to say the least.
Original score. 8.8
Penalty: Over word count by 3 words. Penalty 0.2
Final Score: 8.6
theVodkaCircle
The year that prevails
750 Words including title
An overview of the Broncos history. Good use of stats with your opinion and I can relate to appreciating a good game more as you get older. However, you might find that replays at a reasonable hour appeal more as you close on the half century. ;-)
Score: 8.4
Miccle
The Agony and the Ecstasy: The Curse of being a Broncos Fan
750 Words including title
An interesting opinion piece on the Broncos successes and underachievement (for want of a better word) and the expectations of all involved with a team like the Broncos. A well rounded argument in the allotted word count giving both positive and negative aspects. Another great debut.
Score: 8.5
Gobbso
Rugby League, no longer a passion, just a job
778 Words including title
Passionate, opinionated piece about what the pitfalls of a media driven society has done to Rugby League. Well written.
Score: 8.7
Penalty: Over word count by 28 words. Penalty 0.5
Final Score: 8.2
Jimbo
Class personified
695 Words including title.
A well written piece on David peachey. Good mixture of facts and opinion.
Score: 8.7
Rhinos Total 42.4
Lions 42.5 defeat Rhinos 42.4
Player of the Round: Everlovin Antichrist
Congratulations Lions. Rhino's, check your word counts and the rules in the rule thread in the forum central forum. Great effort from all of you.