17/10/26 predictions

[Bin Juice]

Predictions

Was waiting for someone to make the post. But I'll start.

Alnwick vs Ilkley
Can't see past the home side here. Big pack, good running backs and impressive bench. The 5 substitutions made at once had a big impact last week.
Alnwick

Blaydon vs Hull
Blaydon at home again and will be looking to right the wrongs from last game. Hull always strong and have a few superstars who could cause an upset. Home side to just sneak it.
Blaydon

Scarborough vs North Ribblesdale
Hell of a trip for North Ribblesdale but I can see it being fruitless. Scarborough strong at home and the huge crowds they get should spur them on.
Scarborough

Scunthorpe vs Middlesbrough
Scunthorpe should win this comfortably at home, boro to pick up a point or two.
Scunthorpe

Sandal vs Northern
Sandal a different beast at home. Can see them handing Northern their first defeat.
Sandal

York vs Driffield
In previous years this would be match of the day material, but not so much anymore. Having seen both sides this year, I think York will have too much fire power if they are at full strength and the weather is fair.
York

[Differ Lid]

Alnwick Vs Ilkley
Following the Scarborough Game Ilkley's results have been very impressive and look to of kicked on from last season. This could be a big clash. Ilkley to get a bonus point or 2 but don't see Alnwick slipping up at home.
Alnwick Win

Blaydon Vs Hull
Blaydon look to of got a strong squad this year that will be up there. Hull have not got of to the best start, although appear to of played a couple of the top teams. Another tough day for Hull but a close result.
Blaydon Win

Scarborough Vs North Ribblesdale
Scarborough are going to back themselves at home all season and will be right up for this one against a fellow promoted team.
Scarborough Win

Scunthorpe Vs Middlesbrough
Scunthorpe looked very clinical last week, not as forward dominated as the last time they were in the league, but they moved the ball very well and structured a good attack. Middlesbrough will struggle here.
Scunthorpe Win

Sandal Vs Northern
You can only beat the teams in front of you, and Northern off to the perfect start, although I think they have only played bottom half teams so far. This could be a test of credentials, I think the winning mentality will be enough against Sandal at the moment.
Northern Win

York Vs Driffield
If Alnwick Vs Ilkley isn't the game of the day, then I think this is. Both sides struggling to get the season going properly yet and derby day. This usually results in a good competitive fixture, but I will be hoping York aren't that competitive tomorrow.
Driffield Win

[Pristine Shorts]

Alnwick v Ilkley - MOTD for sure ( at least on paper ) Ilkley scoring from all over the place at the moment and I reckon they'll get another try BP here. They have however fallen away in the last quarter of all three games so far, which is where they'll lose this if they're not careful. On the basis that I never back us to lose, narrow away win.

Blaydon v Hull - I think Blaydon will edge this, but only because they're at home on 'that' pitch.

Scarborough v N. Ribb - a long trip and I'm sure the visitors will be well looked after in every sense of the word. Home win.

Scunthorpe v Middlesboro' - Scunny seem to have got back on the horse and though 'Boro are doing well, can't see them winning here. Home win.

Sandal v Northern - the Wakey lads played the last quarter well last week, but the game was long over by then. A different prospect at home though. Toss of a coin and a tight home win.

York v Driffield - both sides needing to kick start their season. Where's that coin ? There ! York.

[Kellythorpe]

I think Alnwick at home to win.
Blaydon to just do it.
I am watching this game, although not seen NR for years, I expect Scarborough to win with ease.
Scunthorpe home win I expect.
Sandal v Northern. Just a home win.
Driffield for the win by a small margin. I hope.

[backrowbandit]

Alnwick v Ilkley - I can see Alnwick running away with this. Home side by 20+

Blaydon v Hull - I'm not sure all those Hull players will fancy a long trip up the road to Newcastle. Another big home won.

Scarborough v N. Ribb - nothing in this. Almost too close to call. Ribbuave just announced a loan signing from Leeds Tykes and they take on the responsibility for his wages. Fair enough. Scar to nick it in the last 5 mins.


Scunthorpe v Middlesboro' - very big home win.

Sandal v Northern - Northern probably just got too much for Sandal so it's an away won for me.

York v Driffield - I think both sides probably missing some. York especially seems to be unlucky. Could go either way but I'll trust home advantage and go for York.

[Eustace.L.Boots]

Alnwick vs Ilkley
Ilkley look a much stronger proposition than they did in week one. In form and the side starting looks much closer to full strength. Alnwick are still the team to beat.
Prediction: Alnwick Win

Blaydon vs Hull
Home advantage difference for me.
Prediction: Blaydon Win

Scarborough vs North Ribblesdale
Scarborough back at Silver Royd and I'm expecting them to make a statement here. Wouldn't surprise me if this ends up being a fairly big score.
Prediction: Scarborough Win

Scunthorpe vs Middlesbrough
Scunthorpe bounced back impressively last week and look capable of scoring plenty. Middlesbrough are competitive but this feels like a difficult away trip for them.
Prediction: Scunthorpe Win

Sandal vs Northern
Northern have started very well and you can only beat what's in front of you. Sandal away is probably a better test of where they really are, but I think the winning momentum continues.
Prediction: Northern Win

York vs Driffield
York look to have more quality in the squad than perhaps first appeared, particularly with Dean and Griffin around the group. Driffield's start has been poor and they're conceding too many points. The implosion is coming......
Prediction: York Win