Annual Cup Predictions
V-Line:
Vanier Cup:
Laval 40 Western 14
Unfortunately, Laval is just to strong for the Mustangs and will win in a laugher. The Rouge et Or potent offense will score early and often, while the Western air attack will be stifled by the Quebecers. Watch for Laval QB Benoit Groulx to have a big game and show why he was the Uteck Bowl MVP. (Note for you anglos, the proper pronunciation of this name is "Ben-oyte Grow-lix"). The Mustangs fans had a disappointing showing at the Mitchell Bowl with fewer than 5000 in attendance, while Laval has rabid fans that will travel to the big game in big numbers. Even though Ivor Wynne is only about an hour or so away from London, my guess is that the Laval fans will be close to outnumbering the Mustang fans and will be much louder. Let's say about 13,000 in attendance.
Grey Cup:
Montreal 24 Calgary 21
The home team led by Anthony Calvillo and Ben Cahoon pulls out the win at the Big O in a close game between two evenly matched teams. Henry Burris will play well, but just fall short as the large pro-Als crowd is the "13th man". In 2001 the Als weren't in the game and they still had 65,000 people on hand. With the home team in the game and football fever taking over in the PQ, look for just under 70,000 to cram into Olympic Stadium, where it will be about 30C and while they won't run out, the Molson Ex will be warm by the third quarter.
Potential Hijinx:
- Hamiltoe proves to great fun, especially with tour guide Amor showing the Double Bubble attendees all the sights. Not everyone makes it back to the Daze Inn on Friday night, but all make it to the Vanier game.
- The trains, planes and automobile tour for the Double Bubble goes off with only one minor hitch - the airport security staff at Pearson is reluctant to allow Dirty Don to board until he proves his sobriety by reciting his "A-B-Cs" backwards. Dirty gets on the plane and we arrive safely.
- The Montreal club scene proves too much for Safety Kev to handle and he runs out of money at a particular establishment on rue Ste-Catherine and he has to take out a line of credit. Fortunately Big Fun Rick is on hand with the appropriate paperwork and a brief case full of 20s.
- Kenny G regrets not going on the Double Bubble and tries to make up for two games in one and puts on a stellar performance in Montreal on Saturday night. His breakdancing routine at the end of the night spells trouble the next day though as G has to watch the game with ice packs on both knees and his spine.
- Montreal proves it is a strong host, as all attendees have fun, practice their French ("oui, plusieurs shooters s'il vous plait"), admire the 'scenery', enjoy the game and sample fine cuising (smoked meat, poutine and Labatt 50 Light).
Don's Dirt:
Here we go...and I never thought about having to be sober to get on the plane. That is gonna be tough!!
Vanier
Laval 14 Western 3
A few stats to back up the prediction. Laval is 4-0 in their Vanier appearances and that ain't gonna change this weekend. During this run, they have never scored more than 14 points and have never given up more than 10. While some think it is going to be a high scoring affair, I think Western;s defence will play well but not well enough. Another interesting fact...this is the first time in Laval's five trips to the Vanier that they are playing a team other than the Huskies.
14 - 10 over St Mary's in 1999
14 - 7 over St Mary's in 2003
7 - 1 over Sask in 2004
13 - 8 over Sask in 2006
Grey Cup
Montreal 25 Calgary 21
Have to agree with Mr Brown on this one. Montreal, with the home fans will pull this one off. The only bold predicition here is that it will be more entertaining than last year's game at the Roger's Centre. I will probably be able to keep awake this year!
One word....Holy sh1t is this going to be a blast!!!
Hijinks
- BFR goes on a strict Montreal diet consisting solely of a lime and a stripper's belly. Now that is healthy eatin!!!
- IT's head swells and explodes after being surrounded by such beautiful filth. Makes a future fortune selling the cinematic result from the hotel room on the web "I'm Loney for you!"
- J-Rock....well insert your own story here...It'll come true. Can't wait to see the unveiling of this year's T-Shirt. Still trying to get Mrs. Dirty to get a prescription for Mikoc
- Mrs Garrett makes a return visit to Slainte's in Hamilton pining for her young buck Kenny-G
G-Spot
Agreed, it is all about the score
Laval 42
Western 31
Shootout in Hamilton... Wouldn't be the first time
Vanier Cup:
Laval 40 Western 14
Unfortunately, Laval is just to strong for the Mustangs and will win in a laugher. The Rouge et Or potent offense will score early and often, while the Western air attack will be stifled by the Quebecers. Watch for Laval QB Benoit Groulx to have a big game and show why he was the Uteck Bowl MVP. (Note for you anglos, the proper pronunciation of this name is "Ben-oyte Grow-lix"). The Mustangs fans had a disappointing showing at the Mitchell Bowl with fewer than 5000 in attendance, while Laval has rabid fans that will travel to the big game in big numbers. Even though Ivor Wynne is only about an hour or so away from London, my guess is that the Laval fans will be close to outnumbering the Mustang fans and will be much louder. Let's say about 13,000 in attendance.
Grey Cup:
Montreal 24 Calgary 21
The home team led by Anthony Calvillo and Ben Cahoon pulls out the win at the Big O in a close game between two evenly matched teams. Henry Burris will play well, but just fall short as the large pro-Als crowd is the "13th man". In 2001 the Als weren't in the game and they still had 65,000 people on hand. With the home team in the game and football fever taking over in the PQ, look for just under 70,000 to cram into Olympic Stadium, where it will be about 30C and while they won't run out, the Molson Ex will be warm by the third quarter.
Potential Hijinx:
- Hamiltoe proves to great fun, especially with tour guide Amor showing the Double Bubble attendees all the sights. Not everyone makes it back to the Daze Inn on Friday night, but all make it to the Vanier game.
- The trains, planes and automobile tour for the Double Bubble goes off with only one minor hitch - the airport security staff at Pearson is reluctant to allow Dirty Don to board until he proves his sobriety by reciting his "A-B-Cs" backwards. Dirty gets on the plane and we arrive safely.
- The Montreal club scene proves too much for Safety Kev to handle and he runs out of money at a particular establishment on rue Ste-Catherine and he has to take out a line of credit. Fortunately Big Fun Rick is on hand with the appropriate paperwork and a brief case full of 20s.
- Kenny G regrets not going on the Double Bubble and tries to make up for two games in one and puts on a stellar performance in Montreal on Saturday night. His breakdancing routine at the end of the night spells trouble the next day though as G has to watch the game with ice packs on both knees and his spine.
- Montreal proves it is a strong host, as all attendees have fun, practice their French ("oui, plusieurs shooters s'il vous plait"), admire the 'scenery', enjoy the game and sample fine cuising (smoked meat, poutine and Labatt 50 Light).
Don's Dirt:
Here we go...and I never thought about having to be sober to get on the plane. That is gonna be tough!!
Vanier
Laval 14 Western 3
A few stats to back up the prediction. Laval is 4-0 in their Vanier appearances and that ain't gonna change this weekend. During this run, they have never scored more than 14 points and have never given up more than 10. While some think it is going to be a high scoring affair, I think Western;s defence will play well but not well enough. Another interesting fact...this is the first time in Laval's five trips to the Vanier that they are playing a team other than the Huskies.
14 - 10 over St Mary's in 1999
14 - 7 over St Mary's in 2003
7 - 1 over Sask in 2004
13 - 8 over Sask in 2006
Grey Cup
Montreal 25 Calgary 21
Have to agree with Mr Brown on this one. Montreal, with the home fans will pull this one off. The only bold predicition here is that it will be more entertaining than last year's game at the Roger's Centre. I will probably be able to keep awake this year!
One word....Holy sh1t is this going to be a blast!!!
Hijinks
- BFR goes on a strict Montreal diet consisting solely of a lime and a stripper's belly. Now that is healthy eatin!!!
- IT's head swells and explodes after being surrounded by such beautiful filth. Makes a future fortune selling the cinematic result from the hotel room on the web "I'm Loney for you!"
- J-Rock....well insert your own story here...It'll come true. Can't wait to see the unveiling of this year's T-Shirt. Still trying to get Mrs. Dirty to get a prescription for Mikoc
- Mrs Garrett makes a return visit to Slainte's in Hamilton pining for her young buck Kenny-G
G-Spot
Agreed, it is all about the score
Laval 42
Western 31
Shootout in Hamilton... Wouldn't be the first time
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