Hills Football League Division 2 - Round 18 preview

The final round of the HFL Division Two competition is here and there’s a couple of very important games to determine the finals makeup.

The match of the day sees Bridgewater-Callington host the reigning premier Ironbank Cherry Gardens. The Raiders are clinging onto third spot by percentage from Gumeracha and need a win to guarantee the double chance. The Thunderers were brought back down to earth last week going down to undefeated Kersbrook so they’ll be looking to bounce back before their Qualifying Final date next Saturday. It should be a high quality clash at Callington in fine conditions. My tip...Bridgewater-Callington.

Gumeracha has the chance to snatch third spot on the ladder and with it, the all important double chance if they can defeat Kangarilla at home and Bridgewater-Callington lose. The Magpies have been in great form recently having won eight of their last 10 games while Kangarilla will be buoyed by a gutsy win last week over finals bound Macclesfield. My tip...Gumeracha

Meadows will look to finish their season in style by winning their second game in a row when they host Birdwood at Meadows Oval. Birdwood have had a disappointing season with just five wins after 12 wins in 2018. Both sides are playing for pride in this one. My tip...Birdwood

It could be a long day for winless Torrens Valley as they travel to undefeated Kersbrook for the final minor round. The Brookers have been imperious this season with a 15-0 record and an average winning margin of 84 points. It’s been another long season for the Lions but hopefully they can put up a show in their last game for 2019. My tip...Kersbrook

Macclesfield has the bye.

Ladder (after 17 rounds)

Kersbrook 30 points, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 26, Bridgewater-Callington 20, Gumeracha 20, Macclesfield 16, Kangarilla 10, Birdwood 10, Meadows 4, Torrens 

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