I have 3 matches for some extra focus.
The match of the meet IMO would be running Levi out against Josh Humphreys. I just think there is much more to reveal than going with the Claw on this one. Sure it would be a great test for Barraclough, but I personally think he would be tested to keep it under a 5-6 point decision. 'If' Levi could eke out a 1-2 pointer here then it would serve as a huge validation point he is ready. Conversely, of he gets horsed around then the case for a shirt is pretty strong. I hope we get to see one of Levi's 5 dates burned this week.
Next up if course is Dean vs Beard. I give Dean at least 4 point victory. I really don't see Beard having a 3rd period tank this early in the season and Dean looks like a man on a mission.
I would also love to see Steen keep it close into the 3rd with Carter, where he might be able to grab one. I don't see Steen as a blood round guy but these are the kind of matches that can give us hope.
The match of the meet IMO would be running Levi out against Josh Humphreys. I just think there is much more to reveal than going with the Claw on this one. Sure it would be a great test for Barraclough, but I personally think he would be tested to keep it under a 5-6 point decision. 'If' Levi could eke out a 1-2 pointer here then it would serve as a huge validation point he is ready. Conversely, of he gets horsed around then the case for a shirt is pretty strong. I hope we get to see one of Levi's 5 dates burned this week.
Next up if course is Dean vs Beard. I give Dean at least 4 point victory. I really don't see Beard having a 3rd period tank this early in the season and Dean looks like a man on a mission.
I would also love to see Steen keep it close into the 3rd with Carter, where he might be able to grab one. I don't see Steen as a blood round guy but these are the kind of matches that can give us hope.