WXV: Mexico City Suns

[Maca24]

Nice write up there Maca24. :)

Thanks C4. Nothing compared to yours! :)

[Maca24]

Mexico finals trip

After a fantastic debut season of the worlds competition, finals time has finally arrived.
Mexico have had a great year, and have met high preseason expectations well to finish 2nd on the World's ladder with a record of 15-2. The only team to do better was the now premiership favourites Sao Paulo. Injuries have made the mission much harder this season, with key players Adam Goodes, Aaron Sandilands, Luke Hodge and Mark Lecras all playing in less than 10 games for Mexico this season. We at Mexico have overcome obstacles and are very proud of our players for showing such grit and determination to succeed. We now approach the finals with a "nothing to lose" attitude and will throw our all at oncoming teams in the hope to make good on preseason expectation.

Qualifying Final:
Mexico City Suns (19.14.128) lost to Cape Town Cobras (22.16.148)

Best
Mexico City: J Bartel, J Lewis, Brad Ebert
Cape Town: T Cotchin, JP Kennedy, J Watson, R O'Keefe, J Grimes

Summary:
Proud of the boys, but the Cobras were just to much to overcome. Disappointing to miss out on a much needed week off, as many of our players are carrying niggles. Great first half of the game before Nick Riewoldt went down with a feared ACL injury. After a nervous wait it was found the damage was not serious, and we hope Nick can get up for our crucial game against the Spetsnaz. Paul Chapman was a late withdrawal, we gave him all week to prove his fitness but just wasn't up to scratch. He looks likely to return this week. Jimmy Bartel, Jordan Lewis and Brad Ebert were great in the middle combining well but our defence just leaked to much score.
We now play the in form Moscow Spetsnaz in a win or die match to further to the semis.
There are rumours Mexico fan favourite Aaron Sandilands could make a shock return from turf toe, so stay tuned ;)

Semi Final:
Mexico City Suns (22.19.151) defeated Moscow Spetsnaz (18.12.120)

Best
Mexico City: A Goodes, L Hodge, J Waite, B McLean, A Sandilands, B Goddard
Moscow: D Beams, H Shaw

Summary:
In an intense match against the Spetsnaz we have prevailed and stood up to the challenge.
Fantastic performance by Mexico finally finding some form after a few quiet weeks to notch up a nice 151 and a solid 31pt win.
Some controversy was involved in the heated semi final with the Suns pulling a sly manouver of bringing in returning Ruckman Aaron Sandilands into the team, fresh from the emergency list. This tactic could have played a part in the win with the duo of Sandi and Maric proving near unstoppable. We started slow, but played well towards the end to take control, with plenty of Suns players stepping up and performing. Dayne Beams was on a rampage for the Spetsnaz and did what he pleased but lacked support from his teammates, while the Suns produced more of a team effort with the likes of Goodes, Hodge, Waite, McLean, Sandilands and Goddard having great games.
It looks as though the older brigade has found form leading into our most important match of the season and a chance for a Grand Final berth. Our main rivals of the competition Sao Paulo will be our opposition and will be a huge mountain to conquer, led by in form Captain Gary Ablett.
We at Mexico hope Nick Riewoldt can return from injury, and we wish the Pumas the best of luck in the upcoming match!

[Maca24]

[CrowsFan]

Congratulations from everyone over in Brazil. The boys are already eagerly anticipating matching it with the worlds best next year :D

[Maca24]

Congratulations from everyone over in Brazil. The boys are already eagerly anticipating matching it with the worlds best next year :D

Appreciate it CF :)

[c4v3m4n]

The celebrations have started in Mexico City!! And it is going off!!! ;D

[Maca24]

Now that the partying of the premiership is slowing down, our best and fairest will be held this upcoming Friday night.
Please tune in for the live count of the Cain Velasquez Medal as well as many other awards to be handed out.
Mexico City, Premiers in Seniors and Reserves! Viva la rasa!

[MajorLazer]

Now that the partying of the premiership is slowing down, our best and fairest will be held this upcoming Friday night.
Please tune in for the live count of the Cain Velasquez Medal as well as many other awards to be handed out.
Mexico City, Premiers in Seniors and Reserves! Viva la rasa!

Was certain it was gonna be called the MajorLazer medal. ;)

[Maca24]

Ivan scored 126 not 130 ;)

[MajorLazer]

Ivan scored 126 not 130 ;)

God Dammit. :P

If that mullet wasn't cut already, I would've have done it myself.

[Maca24]

Ivan scored 126 not 130 ;)

God Dammit. :P

If that mullet wasn't cut already, I would've have done it myself.

Haha  ;)
When it's cut il be writing an article about the mullet  :P

[MajorLazer]

Ivan scored 126 not 130 ;)

God Dammit. :P

If that mullet wasn't cut already, I would've have done it myself.

Haha  ;)
When it's cut il be writing an article about the mullet  :P

Memorial service? ;)

[Maca24]

Mexico City Suns award night starts at 7.30 tonight. Who will win the Cain Velasquez medal?

Odds:
Brendan Goddard - $3.50
Ivan Maric - $3.75
Brad Ebert - $5
Brock McLean - $6.50
Paul Chapman - $7.50
Jordan Lewis - $7.50
Nick Riewoldt - $11
Aaron Sandilands - $15

[Purple 77]

$2 000 on the Mullet!!

[ossie85]

$1m on Goddard, $1m on Maric, $1m on Ebert