This is it folks…The IT Nerds prediction

Well, what good is a highly anticipated final match without a little predictions to make it interesting? Let’s break down the matches one by one and offer up our predictions. Devin and the Mahars vs. Steve/Lochner/Jaguar.

Match 1: Devin “Snowflake” Carrigan (15) vs. Steve Donegan (13)

  • Holes to watch: #10, #14, #16, #17. Devin and Steve share similar averages on the Par 3’s. A birdie on those holes could be the difference maker in the match
  • Prediction: Devin evens the match early and is able to hold off Steve for the remaining holes. Devin shoots a 37, ends up +4. Steve shoots 39, goes +2. Devin wins by 2 pts

Match 2: Dan “FantASY CHAMPION” mahar (12) vs. matt Lochner (11)

  • Holes to watch: #12, #13, #16. Hole #12 presents a great opportunity to create separation if someone can take advantage. Lochner has struggled to score on #13 and #16, while Dan has performed well on those holes. If Lochner can deliver par’s or better, he can take the match.
  • Prediction: Lochner is able to get through the first few holes by scoring on the first two holes and holds off Mahar for the win. Dan shoots 43 (-1), Matt shoots 41 (+2). Lochner wins by 3 pts. 

Looking forward to Matt’s post match comments on Spectrum News:

Match 3: Mike “Bud Heavy” Mahar (6) vs. Joseph “Jaguar Steelz” Donegan (6)

  • Holes to watch: #12, #14, #16 and by god #18
  • Analysis: This one is going to be the match that will decide it. The back is a tale of two fortunes for these golfers. Mike is 6-1-1 on the back, while Joe is 1-7-0. That would lead one to believe that Mike is going to kill Joe. However, their averages on the back are almost even (Mike 51.38, Joe 51.63) which leads me to believe that the records might be influenced by opponent performance compared to their own. As an even match, this will HIGHLY entertaining to watch. The entire league knows one thing: Joe Donegan + Hole #18 = 10.
  • Prediction: The match is tight for its entirety and heading into 18 the pressure is on Joe Donegan. In a close match, Mike shoots 49 (-1), Joe shoots 48 (0). Joe wins by 1 pt.

 

With the second place team making the comeback, its time for playoffs!

 

 

Yes, you said that last bit in the Jim Mora voice.

3-hole Playoff: Devin and the mahars (11) vs. steve/lochner/joe (10)

With the pressure of delivering on 18 squarely off Joe’s shoulders, I think he and his teammates are fully gassed at this point. With some much mental energy being spent, the team loses focus by the second hole and it’s over before it starts.

IT NERD Prediction: Devin and the Mahars close it out early with two birdies by the second hole. Valiant comeback, but just not enough to seal the deal.

 

WHOA MR. PRESIDENT, WE’LL GET TO YOUR TAKE NEXT WEEK!!

 

 

Either way, should be fun!