The perennial bridesmaids, the Mens 30s, once again went through the tournament undefeated only to fall
at the last hurdle once again. In a classic come from behind performance in their semi final against their
arch rivals Mets, down 5-2 they scored the next seven touchdowns to win 9-6. After beating NZ Canterbury
in their first round game (11-8), a similar result was expected in the final, however they went down 8-7.
Once again the team and coaching staff will be left scratching their heads for another year.
The Scorps Mens 40s, with undoubtedly the most star-studded NTL line-up, once again took the division
that they have made their own with a comfortable 12-5 win over the NZ Sharks. Jamie Clifford finally won
a title after many years in the runners up seat.
The 45s team went down 6-5 in the final against the Sunshine Coast after a slow start to the tournament.
Hornets - Sprouley, Kenny and Doc won their semi in a drop off and were at it again in the final with the match
locked at 5-5 at full time, the game got down to four players on each side in extra time before the Sharks
scored after 3 minutes to give them their first title in this division. Scorpions had their chances early
on in extra time, but the Sharks proved too strong in their come from behind victory.
The Senior Mixed had a great tournament only to go down to a youthful NZ Wellington side 12-8 in the final.
Kat lead the way throughout the week and although losing the final they can still claim to be the best
side in Australia.
Congratuations to all players who represented the Scorpions in NTL 2009.
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