With two rounds to complete before the grand finals, All Stars will play off in the finals despite a last-round loss to the McBean-led Bulldogs. The Bulldogs’ surprise victory was strongly attributed to the late inclusion of Zaine ‘‘The Hyphen’’ Lewin Hoy for the injured Chris ‘‘The Glazier’’ Conboy. Conboy remains in doubt for selection despite a successful shoulder transplant.
Controversial circumstances surrounded transferring of the 3-2 win of The Ace Noel over the Bulldogs’ Colin McBean played on the Gold Coast. The Bulldogs captain and crossword specialist was at his laconic best, having won more points but not games against The Ace.
Winding back the clock, the No.1 1 seed Graham ‘‘Macca’’ Macpherson gave his team the perfect start with a clever and polished 3-0 victory.
In the battle of the Young Guns, ‘‘Cool Hand’’ Luke Boulter defeated Nick ‘‘The Magician’’ Turenne. Clearly the future of the club, both players are standout competitors. Final match resulted in a 3-1 win to Kayne Heller over the long distance specialist Sally Littlewood.