The Run in. The race for the Title.
Printed From: National League Rugby Discussion Forum
Category: League Rugby - www.leaguerugby.co.uk
Forum Name: National 1
Forum Description: Discuss the 14 clubs in the third level of the English game
URL: http://www.leaguerugby.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=20647
Printed Date: 25 Feb 2025 at 11:22
Software Version: Web Wiz Forums 12.04 - http://www.webwizforums.com
Topic: The Run in. The race for the Title.
Posted By: Rothman2
Subject: The Run in. The race for the Title.
Date Posted: 24 Feb 2025 at 19:54
|
In compiling this, I think the only certainty is that while the top 6 positions may change, and indeed the make up of the final placings may change a little, it is clear that the winner of the league will come from these teams. With just seven games left, it is still far from certain how this will shape up. This is testament to how competitive this league is. I have set out the current top 6 in the table, and below that, the remaining fixtures for each of those teams. It is clear to see that it is going to be an exciting and nerve jangling finish to the season. I must admit that two weeks ago I looked at the remaining Roth fixtures with trepidation, thinking that it couldn’t be any tougher. Looking at the other fixtures it is clear that all teams on this list will be thinking the same thing. Have a look and put your comments below: CURRENT TOP 6
------------- Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read. Groucho Marx |
Replies:
Posted By: Rothman2
Date Posted: 24 Feb 2025 at 20:08
REMAINING GAMES FOR EACH OF THE TOP 6 CLUBS:
------------- Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read. Groucho Marx |
Posted By: Mark W-J
Date Posted: 24 Feb 2025 at 20:30
| If my maths is correct, there are twelve games still to be played between the top six sides. Roth and Rams both still have to play all of the other five clubs in the top six. My only prediction is that it's going to go to the wire! |
Posted By: FHLH
Date Posted: 24 Feb 2025 at 22:48
|
I tried doing this the year Cambridge were promoted. You will be constantly updating it - you'll prepare a spreadsheet with forecast points and still be wrong. National One is a superb league and you have promotion and relegation. I confess that I wish Cambridge were there, especially seeing the effort Bury St Edmunds are putting in by recruiting James Shanahan from Blackheath. That would give us a true local derby! However, the top 6 have conspired to play each other so many times before the end of the season I cannot see any clear winner - yet (but by my prediction table results I'd ignore that). I'd like to see Rotherham winning - there are too many London clubs in Prem/Champ  ------------- "My father told me big men fall just as quick as little ones, if you put a sword through their hearts." |
Posted By: Camquin
Date Posted: 24 Feb 2025 at 23:22
|
Wishing the Championship on anyone is cruel. And I have nothing against the other fans or clubs. But the structure is terrible. 14 teams, and hence 26 league games, will help. But the discrepancy between the haves and have-nots is not going away. ------------- Sweeney Delenda Est |
Posted By: Rich13
Date Posted: 25 Feb 2025 at 07:06
| It looks fairly straightforward to me….Richmond have enough of a buffer over everybody except Roth to win the league unless they start losing home games (which would then bring other teams into the mix)……or unless Roth win all those away games, which will be a very tough task. |
Posted By: kingsheathlad
Date Posted: 25 Feb 2025 at 08:04
|
I will go with Richmond. Unfortunately injuries can have an impact on squads. ------------- Cauliflower ear. |
Posted By: Runitback
Date Posted: 25 Feb 2025 at 09:10
|
Rams seemed to have dropped off for some reason, but there are still enough big games for them to get back in the mix. I am not sure Richmond want promotion to the shambles that is the Championship!! Currently though they might be favourites but have a long injury list. For me Rotherham are in the driving seat. A great coach who knows how to win leagues. A Club that spent many years in the Championship and also Premiership, so they get my vote. ------------- Run with it |