INGLE FARM v HECTORVILLE - The Kym Keogh CupAn air of excitement has surrounded this contest in the clash of the canine breeds in what is expected to be a hotly contested match up in battle of the wooden spoon match up.
When it comes to on field success in 2018, for two of the new sides to division 5 this year (Heccies from D4, Ingle Farm from D6), opportunities have been, and will continue to be few and far between. Ingle Farm remain winless at the foot of the table, while the Hounds' solitary win in Round 1 remains their only highlight.
The stakes are massive tomorrow - the winner keeps their hopes alive of avoiding relegation, the loser practically resigned to Division 6 in 2019. Add in the 150 game milestone for Farmers A grade captain Ben Smart, as well as competing for the coveted (and non existent) Kym Keogh Cup, and add in a thirst to rebound from last weeks disappointing performances, energy and emotion is bound to be sky high come 2pm tomorrow.
Kym Keogh - games record holder at Hectorville (I believe), long standing history within the club, and where his sons have played football and cricket. His boys have had a big part in Ingle Farm over the journey - premiership players, best and fairest winners.
Donaldson vs Serafin in the ruck will be a pivotal clash, as will be the match up of Bressington and Wheaton - who ever can gain ascendancy here will propel their side into a commanding position.
Deng Bolo will have his work cut out on him with Brad Sanderson, but prove an equally difficult opponent for the Ingle Farm centre half forward, as he attempts to curb his athleticism and run.
Both sides missing key soldiers from their best 21, now it's up to the young pups (pun intended) to step up, put their club on their shoulders and carry them to victory.
Get excited, this is effectively each clubs grand final tomorrow, and will be approached accordingly.

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