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The day promises to be a showcase of elite touch football talent, featuring grand finals across five men's and six women's grades. Among the highlights are the Men's and Women's 1st Grade grand finals, where the top teams of the season will battle it out for glory.
Women's 1st Grade Grand Final: Rum Runners vs. Brothers
In the Women's 1st Grade grand final at 4:00 PM, Rum Runners will face off against Brothers. Rum Runners have had an outstanding season, with dominant performances such as an 11-4 win over Redskins (Round 13) and a 10-5 victory against Crocs (Round 6) . Their offensive prowess, cohesive team play, and unbeaten run stretching over four seasons have made them the team to beat.
Don't write Brothers off though, because they've been impressive this season, highlighted by their thrilling 6-5 win against Crocs in the preliminary final. Their resilience and strategic gameplay have brought them to the grand final stage, and this match promises to be a showcase of skill and determination from both sides.
Prediction: Rum Runners to continue their legacy with a 9-6 win over Brothers.
Men's 1st Grade Grand Final: Sharks vs. Brothers
The Men's 1st Grade grand final will see a rematch of the 2023 grand final with Sharks once again taking on last year's premiers Brothers at 5:00 PM. Sharks have been in formidable form this season, boasting impressive wins including a 10-5 victory over Frogs in round 7 and a 8-5 triumph against Redskins in round 11.
They enter the grand final off the back of four single-point victories, including a thrilling 8-7 semi-final win against Brothers to put them straight into today's grand final. Their offense, led by key playmakers, has been relentless, averaging over seven points per game.
Brothers have also shown their strength, securing hard-fought wins including the 7-6 win against Sharks in Round 6. Their defense has been solid, consistently keeping their opponents at bay. With both teams displaying top-notch performances throughout the season, this grand final is expected to be a nail-biting encounter.
Prediction: Sharks to edge out Brothers in a close match, 8-7.
Other Grade Grand Finals
The excitement doesn't stop with the 1st Grade finals. The day will also feature grand finals in other grades, showcasing the depth of talent in Townsville's touch football community.
Join us at Queens Park for a day filled with exhilarating touch football action as we crown the champions of the 2024 Colliers Shield. Don't miss out on witnessing the best teams battle it out for top honors in Townsville.
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