No I'm not talking about losing out on the chance to play in GFL1 already, I'm talking about my Dublin Rebels earning the right to play in the Shamrock Bowl again this year!
Once again the boys in black have fought through their own adversity and clawed their way into the title game, and wouldn't you know it, they're up against the old enemy, UL Vikings. Gongrats to the Vikes for getting this far without a loss, commendable. They've an impressive program and are very well organized thanks to a good coaching set up (arguably the best in the IAFL) and having the majority of their roster centred in one locale is a big help too. Kutos to you lot.
The Rebels (who long ago stole my affections from any team I would ever play for) have suffered this year, I know from personal involvement that they've lost key players to foreign teams, retirement, injury, and that old bugaboo, travel. I honestly didn't expect them to get to the game, but that Rebel tenacity shone through again and I couldn't be happier! I only wish I could be there to help the guys, even just to cheer them on...sigh...
Anyway, it should be a heck of a game, these two have been trading blows in the final for what seems like an eternity! For those of you outside of Ireland that might follow along, pay attention to the quality of palyers on these two squads, I'm sure there'll be someone who could be of use to your team....
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