Battle of The Titans?

As others have done, we have decided to offer a view on the forthcoming semi-finals. Obviously we can only guess at this time as to who will play each other but we feel it is a pretty safe bet that Enkoping will face Pingvin and Stockholm Exiles will face Hammerby. That being the case we feel that over two matches the top two sides in the Elite will prevail and lead us to what could be an outstanding couple of matches to decide the winner.

Enkoping are currently top and playing a disciplined well thought out game, with some exceptional players in the side who provide the inspiration for this team. Well coached and a very talented squad. Probably favourites for the gold.

Stockholm Exiles play with a lot of flair in the backline and generally get enough good ball to allow this to happen as their scores suggest. Can be matched up front, but are capable of changing their game plan to accomodate this. They appear to to enjoy each others company, always a good sign.

Hammerby consider themselves the equal of the top two and on their day may well cause an upset, although to win two matches in succesion would be asking a lot from them. However they should not be underestimated. Need to maintain discipline throughout the squad if they are to achieve this, a good side that  at times play some scintillating rugby.

Pingvin alas this will not be their season. With  some youngsters now starting to show they could develop in the future as another strong side. But they will need to take stronger squads on their travels and probably recruit a few experienced players in the forwards.

Of the other two teams in the Elite:

Spartacus achieved their aim of making the Elite series and did so on the back of two fine wins against local rivals. It should be applauded that they faced up to the challenge and although were found wanting, they will learn from the experience and this could help them develop as a club. Do not be surprised to see them as the top team in the west next season.

Goteborg have been a disappointment this year. After last season where they almost made the final, they seemed to have taken a backwards step. We understand that there have been injuries, but all clubs suffer from this and learn to cope. From the games we have seen in the north, it appeared that there was a distinct lack of game plan and without their playmaker were lost. Next season does not look too good.