Warriors over Bucs 20-12, but the real game was the late upset, Cru over Rangers 27-16.

In a game that no one expected the outcome, the Cru dominated the Rangers from the opener, playing with a reckless abandon on defense and big plays on offense.  It looked like a totally different team from the one 7 weeks prior – just a shame they couldn’t put it all together before now.  The game looked like it was going to be all-Rangers at one point, until the greatest play I’ve ever seen in Gridiron Victoria happened.

#41 for the Rangers broke into the open field on a kick return.  From the other side of the field, #89 for the Cru is motoring to stop him.  At the goal line, #89 karate chops the ball from #41, steals it, and runs the other way for a 40 yard gain or so.  Just incredible.  That kind of hustle and determination was unbelieveable.  Completely swung the game.  Hats off to him and the Cru for ending the season on a high note.

Now we have a Vic Bowl rematch, but really, it’s anyone’s guess.  Rangers won both meetings – barely.  And now lost to the previously winless Cru.  Game is in Croydon, which helps the Rangers, but how much?  Warriors missing their best player, Adam Gotsis, with a broken collarbone.  Rangers banged up as well.  It’s really anyone’s game at this point.  Good luck to both teams next week.

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