No surprise to see fantasy sports veteran Martin O'Reilly hit top spot as the league goes through its crunch festive period. "Tinkerman" Rinaldi cost himself a few points by juggling his side into third place while Kenny Ross remains in close contention.
It was a slow week for points which makes Doug Archibald and Ethan Colthart's 50 point totals all the more impressive. Desperate times for Clive Lindsay, however, with a miserable 19 point haul.
Back again to update in the New Year when, no doubt, many more points will have been gathered...
Tuesday 23 December 2008
Tuesday 2 December 2008
Ross hangs on by fingernails
League leading Kenny Ross kept a one point advantage at the top after another low-scoring round of GKL games. His edge over second place Mutu's Avengers is now as narrow as the setting on the clippers when he last visited the hairdressers. While, in a situation neither will relish, both balding supremos have Martin Reilly breathing down their neck.
Rich Godden and Colin Moffat remain in close attention with the top five forming something of a breakaway pack. Behind them James Horncastle had a poor week with no bonus points for the inclusion of Mido despite his alleged suffering at the hands of Newcastle fans. There was a similarly disappointing haul for Bully Wee Clive in seventh spot.
Meanwhile, a full GKL inquiry has been launched into the fortunes of Dillon Colthart's FC Tardis. Suspicions have circled the league for some time that some kind of Calciopoli scandal may be taking place with his team. The youngster professes to have NO interest in football and yet his squad remains ultra-competitive. It has prompted rumours that the Greatest Goalie - also manager of Salty Loch City - has been controlling his team. As all league members know there are strict rules on running more than one side and any infringements will be dealt with in the traditional manner. (A dose of grappa spilled in the groinal area).
Manager of the week was Iain Pollock with his Lockerbie Leg Ends and there was also good progress from veterans Carlo Rinaldi and Tommy Reilly. Stefano Rinaldi also performed creditably with 55 points to his Spartak Spakker side.
Finally, on a lighter note, Cristiano Ronaldo got sent off this week. Ha! Ha!
Rich Godden and Colin Moffat remain in close attention with the top five forming something of a breakaway pack. Behind them James Horncastle had a poor week with no bonus points for the inclusion of Mido despite his alleged suffering at the hands of Newcastle fans. There was a similarly disappointing haul for Bully Wee Clive in seventh spot.
Meanwhile, a full GKL inquiry has been launched into the fortunes of Dillon Colthart's FC Tardis. Suspicions have circled the league for some time that some kind of Calciopoli scandal may be taking place with his team. The youngster professes to have NO interest in football and yet his squad remains ultra-competitive. It has prompted rumours that the Greatest Goalie - also manager of Salty Loch City - has been controlling his team. As all league members know there are strict rules on running more than one side and any infringements will be dealt with in the traditional manner. (A dose of grappa spilled in the groinal area).
Manager of the week was Iain Pollock with his Lockerbie Leg Ends and there was also good progress from veterans Carlo Rinaldi and Tommy Reilly. Stefano Rinaldi also performed creditably with 55 points to his Spartak Spakker side.
Finally, on a lighter note, Cristiano Ronaldo got sent off this week. Ha! Ha!
Wednesday 26 November 2008
Subs set the pace
It was a super sub who helped Kenny Ross stretch his lead at the top of the GKL this week. With Adebayor out, in came Steinsson with a sweet 11 points. Managerial genius? Somehow, we doubt it.
It was a slow week for scoring all round with Serafino Ingardia bursting into the top 10 and Willie Johnston into the top 20 after a rash of sackings. The Pride of the Glen can hold their heads high for a while.
Elsewhere, it was pretty much as you were but with a lot of the big teams going head to head this weekend expect sparks to fly...
It was a slow week for scoring all round with Serafino Ingardia bursting into the top 10 and Willie Johnston into the top 20 after a rash of sackings. The Pride of the Glen can hold their heads high for a while.
Elsewhere, it was pretty much as you were but with a lot of the big teams going head to head this weekend expect sparks to fly...
Monday 17 November 2008
Beware of the Irish!
The season so far has been characterised by a fight between the Scots, English and Italians but - watch out - the Irish are about.Fantasy sports legend (except in the world of baseball) Martino O'Reilly has been storming up the GKL in recent weeks with the Leith Rhagazzi. Those who wrote him off (ie, me) have been made to look foolish. Well, more foolish than usual.
Worst still, his brother Brian has also stormed into contention although old father Tommy is still struggling somewhat in 16th spot.
Let us spare a word, too, for manager of week 13 - Carlo Rinaldi. Yes, do not adjust your monitor, that says Carlo Rinaldi. At last, the ever-humble, shy and retiring Chas managed to pick the right captain as Nicolas "Le Sulk" Anelka grabbed him 26 points. Phenomenal. Carlito celebrated in traditional style with three kilos of spaghetti alle vongole.
In what some have dubbed "the week of the old timer" another performance of note was notched up by Doug Archibald. Clearly, since retiring from his generously remunerated post with the Dumfries and Galloway Standard he has been putting his spare time to good use. His old home town would be proud.
Finally, a plea to all the managers who may be at the point of abandoning hope (I'm talking to you Willie Johnston). Remember, there is pride to be fought for, the season is long and the seagulls have not yet begun to follow the trawler...
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)