A huge well done to all who have participated this year in the Forum 7s competition. It's been a unique transition this season for myself moving into the ranks of Refs Chief from club captain.
We've seen some new innovations this season with the State of Origin numbvers reduced from 7 starters to 5, ensuring one of the most competitive Origins ever and only the second time QLD have won the annual clash.
The Titans have come in and in their debut season, won the PVP and went undefeated in the round robin. A great achievement.
The Warriors backed up last years effort with another strong performance.
The Eels have battled hard to make the semi's when things looked bleak.
The Baggers showed why they are the Premier side in the F7s.
The Ninjas fought hard to make the finals.
The Dragons, although finishing at the bottom of the table have done well in their debut season with strong showings, including pushing the Bluebags to the limit in a 3 point loss.
Souths season has been below their expectations but 2009 will more than likely see the Bunnies return to the finals.
The Panthers have been involved in some tight tussles and will look at returning to the finals in 2009 after missing out in 2008.
The Cougars missed the finals again but did play with spirited efforts in each, getting all 5 articles submitted in each match.
Now the finals are upon us and we're in for a decent fight with 5 teams vying for the title.
Then after the Grand Final. we've got the World Cup and the annual F7s Awards hosted by yours truly and roosterboy. A lot to look forward to.