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As the opening whistle was blown last night, the Great 8 began play in what promises to be a less than thrilling season! While the Big 8 may finally have some competition in interleague play, they will remain the favorites in most matchups.

Bucks: The Bucks made their first playoff appearance in IV.11 last season since coming over in 31. Led by Laterreur, the Bucks will have a tough task in interleague play but should hold their own in several conference matchups. The roster is full of young talent that, with the proper training can develop into a talented group.
Total Great 8 Record: Unavailable. Playoff Appearances 1
Prediction: 9-17 5th Place

Machete Kills : A roster full of young potential should provide a strong showing for Machete Kills this season. Having one of the highest salaries in the conference but middle of the road in interleague play, the Machete's should reach the playoffs for the third straight season in IV.11. Aside from interleague and an occasional conference matchup, the biggest challenge the Machetes will see this year is fighting over which player will get the bulk of training minutes.
Total Great 8 Record: Unavailable. Playoff Appearances 2
Prediction 15-7 2nd Place

Morgantown Mad Dogs: After a D.III relegation the Mad Dogs may be the new kids on block but nothing about them should be overlooked. The Mad Dogs have an impressive 80% winning percentage in National Tournament play and bring a roster of absolute Monsters into IV.11. Led by a stellar starting 5 the Dogs will likely waste no time dismantling league foes and give the Big 8 a real challenge in interleague battle.
Total Great 8 Record: Unavailable. Playoff Record: 35-20 63%
Prediction: 21-1 1st Place

PERP216 (The Force): Entering their inaugural season in BB after a stint away the Force looks to make a splash in IV.11. A subpar roster will need some reinforcements through the market and hope for some quick improvement from their advanced training staff. The gameplan set forth by Perp should provide some excitement for seasons to come.
Total Great 8 Record: 1st Season. Playoff Appearances (N/A)
Prediction 4-18 7th Place

The Poros: The Poros have been the epitome of average since joining IV.11 in season 32. With two consecutive 5th place finishes, the Poros hope to improve and pop their playoff cherry in IV. The foreign born players should provide enough punch to provide a tough matchup against lesser foes as the US players fill roles and receive training and continued improvement.
Total Great 8 Record: Unavailable. Playoff Appearances 0
Prediction: 14-8 4th Place

Southtown Sentinels: The Sentinels are one of 2 new franchises to BB this season and one of 4 teams new to the Great 8. The Sentinels host a pair of 7 footers amongst a mix of age and talent. It will be a tough go for the Sentinels barring some roster moves after the GM review time is finished.
Total Great 8 Record: First Season. Playoff Appearances (N/A)
Prediction 6-16 6th Place

The Spartans: Coming over after IV.23 relegation, the Spartans will likely do enough to battle to avoid relegation but not much more. Unless this team sees some transfers during Season 34 this may be a brief stint in IV.11 for the Spartans. Fortunately they arent the only team that looks to be underwhelming underdogs in most matchups and the battle to avoid relegation from the Great 8 will be strong.
Total Great 8 Record: First Season. Playoff Appearances (N/A)
3-19 8th Place

Tartans: The Tartans will provide a challenge in most of their matchups this season as they look to make the playoffs once again, as they have each season since coming to IV.11 The roster as it is should be enough to make their mark in the Great 8, but any mid season improvements could be enough to make their way into promotion. Entering their 4th season in IV.11 Tartans biggest challenge may be deciding which of his Superstars to train.
Great 8 Record: Unavailable. Playoff Appearances 3
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Awesome!!! Thank you so much!!

this forum's become extremely active, i remember when it used to be dead... good stuff guys !

and Generals... common, you gotta make that final step.

I will be very-extremely active. Frequent press releases and forum chats about whatever. What system is required to watch the games live? Adobe? Is there anything for iPhone?

I like the predictions, and you're right about an unexciting season. Unless someone like Tartans make a huge move, Morgantown looks like they will dominate. Hopefully me and generals will challenge them, but we will see. A lot to be decided this season.

Also not a great start for me, my highest paid player goes out with an injury before league play even started and I narrowly beat the Condors. Generals almost lost too.

Last edited by Abdurakmangadhziev at 2/21/2016 11:05:01 PM

I don't think they've made it iPhone friendly yet, but I bet it works on a Blackberry!
Glad to have another active member.

I thought this was the year I was going to gear up, but with Morgantown around I think it makes more sense to lay dormant another year and earn more revenue... I'm surprised at what a boost having homegrown players gives your merchandise

Generals......the rivalry continues.

I just did a complete roster overhaul. Not much left as far as homegrown players. Do American players not drafted by the team count as homegrown or no?

Does anybody else bother with press releases? I know they don't really have any significance but I think they are a fun way to pass time and stay involved during off days

Barca - Duly noted. Trying to shake things up some with the roster to increase revenue enough to get a dominant big guy inside.

IB - Letting Wenzel go for revenue was a tough a call, I was worried not having a true C might cost me the game. Fortunately, we got by a tough Green Peppers team.

Green - Speaking of tough, the rivalry does indeed continue. I'm not sure how much of a factor form is when it comes to the playoffs, but I feel like having so many rivals in your conference can't help the inter-conference odds.