Group A
Dark_Soul_1801 - Well David might be making his first appearance in the competition here although this particular ID is nowhere to be found in the lg, maybe there was a change that I missed. Anyways this guy definitely thinks he's pretty good and I base that entirely on the amount of aimer accusations that he dishes out. Now there are no excuses as all games in this competition are cammed so it's really going to be a sad day if he plays any sets because I see him coming in last place in this group.
oh.talent - JJ is playing in his second season of sscam after having a pretty good time in the first season making the playoffs as a reserve. This time around he's once again been placed in a fairly competitive group with 4 of the 6 players being previous playoff participants. JJ definitely has the inside edge on a playoff spot but he'll need to take care of business and beat the lower ranked players in the group to hold off the challengers.
Smartassbitch - In Dawn's first sscam season she was given a tough group and really didn't seem to have very much trouble with it on her way to a solid playoff spot. Since that first season we haven't exactly seen that same Dawn and there haven't even been many set wins to speak of. She's come back each of the past two seasons saying that she's going to improve and this might be the season we actually get a chance to see that. The talent is definitely there and it's not like you forget how to be an effective player. She really just needs to make sure she's on form going into sets to give herself her best chance of coming up big in clutch situations. She's shown good stuff before but this might not be the ideal group to be drawn into. Playoffs are possible but unlikely.
x_manchesterunited_x - Adam is back and active in the league once again... but for how long. Adam had previously enjoyed some pretty good success in div B and was showing himself to be one of the stronger players until last season happened. He went through the group stage with only 1 set win and all those sets happened within the first week or so. Finished so fast that I had to double check to make sure he was actually in the last season. Adam definitely has some skills but based on last season it's pretty obvious that he's not always playing with those skills. He'll want to come back with a stronger season this time around as it's a long wait in between seasons if there's no playoffs in between.
dead.bang - Jon is another guy who is playing in his second season. One of the top contenders to win the whole competition as he's well known as a fairly skilled shooter now and he backed that up by going 4-1 in the group stage where he was able to pick up a win against last season's winner Derek and ride that to the 2nd seed in the playoffs. Didn't exactly have the kind of success in the playoffs that he might have hoped for as he lost in the quarter-finals by a few games to Chad. He's probably the favourite in this group to win and he's definitely a lock to make the playoffs again even if he doesn't go through 5-0.
yah.brah - Thieu is a guy who's not all that easy to predict. Yet another player who has been impressive in ss tourneys but how does that translate to sets. He's pretty much been given a spot on most inter teams and hasn't disappointed too much yet anyways. He'll be one of the stronger players in div B just because he's willing to safety and won't always risk difficult shots when a little patience will make them easier. His skills will definitely be tested in this group as top to bottom there's talent with every player. Pretty confident that Thieu will be in the playoffs but we'll have to see how it plays out.
Pecking Order - 1.Jon 2.Thieu 3.JJ 4.Adam 5.Dawn 6.David
Group B (Kerry)
sa_c_h_a - Last season Sacha went 3-2 in groups and i must admit,i expected him to have done better since he hpyes himself up so much bout being the best. Sacha did make it through to playoffs though and got to round 3 where he lost to Nigel. This really isnt a tough group your in and i only see you losing maybe 1 or 2 sets here. If Sacha keeps his cool and dosnt shit talk whole game he will pull these wins off. I see you in the top 3. Best of luck.
Jordanj11 - Seen lots of Jordans games and must admit hes a pretty good player. Lately he seems to win more games than he loses so i think he do well in this group. I feel Jordan does like to run early in a game, but sometimes cant always finish the run and that might cause a few losses vs Tino and Brian. Just take your time and dont rush and you will do fine. Best of luck.
TlNO_NICA - Well Tino has come back to B after being in division A last season. For some reason he only played 2 games and that ended up going 1-1. Either the group was just to hard for Tino or he just didnt bother playing the rest, but i doubt thats the case cause i always see tino playing his sets. Now your in a group that i think you will win tino. Your a good player and i just think B is where you excel at. Only 2 players i really see you haveing close games with and thats brian and sacha. Tino dosnt rush his shots and he takes his time and can really play some great sets. Best of luck.
G_O_D99 - Rich didnt fare too well last season going 0-5 and sorry to say i dont think this season will be much better for you. This isnt the hardest group to be in but there are some very good players you have to beat and im just not sure you will. I know you can if you play slow and not rush like ive seen you do before but in the end its all down to you how you play these games . I hope you win a few sets cause id hate to see another 0-5 this season when i know you CAN do better than that. Best of luck.
Mr_Rescue - Last season Amy went 2-2 in groups BUT he did have close sets in those games. 6,6,4,4. I remember a few seasons back Amy wasnt doing to well in sets then last few seasons hes improved alot. Amy did get into playoffs last season and won round 1 and lost to prak in round 2. Like ive said before this isnt the hardest group to be in but im going to put you for a w/c to make the playoffs this season. Play like you have been lately and you mightnt even need the w/card :) Best of luck.
cheeto_sandwich - Cheeto is underrated in my opinion. He can play some great games and doesn't seem to rush anything . His shots are pretty precise and accurate and hes a player that doesn't take a shot if feels wont go. I can see a great set coming up vs sacha and i think will be a lot of trash talk in this but i dont see that talk coming from Brian. Only one i think will be a close set for you is vs Tino. Best of luck.
Pecking Order - 1.Tino 2.Brian 3.Sacha 4.Jordan 5.Amy 6.Rich
Group C
pissy_bitch - What can we say about Leanne? Well as far as a player is concerned she's a relative unknown on the cam comp circuit anyways. So far based on her league record she doesn't really appear to be a top contender to make a ton of noise with only 40% of her games being wins so far. Definitely seen some decent trash talk from her that wasn't really game related so we'll see if that can be a positive for her somehow. This group isn't overwhelming so she might be able to win a set or two at most but she should finish outside of the playoffs.
Nikhil4 - This guy is always drinking... and right in the middle of the day too. I guess it's possible that there's a time difference between here and India but still... we're dealing with a definite alcoholic. Niks has been in the competition for a few consecutive seasons now and he's usually been a playoff player. The most recent season was a little bit below his normal standards without finishing all his sets and not really winning enough to advance. Definitely wouldn't attribute that to rust or any kind of drop off in play because he's still an active guy in inters. Based on that past success Niks should finish somewhere in the middle of this group but on the happy side of the playoffs.
weedphreak - A guy who asked for div A so he definitely thinks he's got the skills to dominate here. Haven't really seen Marco around cam comps at all and he's sort of come out of nowhere to do fairly well in the league. He's has fairly impressive stats in the league winning more than 60% of his games but now we're talking about slightly better competition top to bottom in these games. He's been grouped with last season's top seed from div B Naveen so that set might be a telling sign as to where this guy stack's up in the group and div B as a whole. I haven't been a witness to back up these upcoming words but Marco should make the playoffs finishing first or second in this group.
w_o_l_v_e_l2_i_n_e - Naveen is coming off a season where he had the best group stage out of everyone entered in div B. Unfortunately the #1 seed has been cursed lately and Naveen became the latest victim after he lost his first playoff set to Brad in rd 2. Naveen definitely showed that he is a good and improving player but does he have what it takes to duplicate last season's group stage? Not really too sure what to expect out of his set with Marco but Naveen should have an edge in skill over everyone else in the group. He won't dominate like last season but he's still a lock for the playoffs.
ll_pool_hustler_ll - One of my favourite guys to have in the competition.. John is back for yet another season. John always finishes all his sets so he's guaranteed at least one point anyways. Hasn't exactly been one of the better players lately but last season did finish on a bit of a high note when he got his second win and barely missed out on the playoffs with 7 points. He's definitely a player who is interested in improving his game and has made some decent strides. Will have to keep looking for ways to improve through trny play and especially in these sets as the level of play does step up a notch with this field. Not an easy group once again to qualify for the playoffs but there are definitely potential wins for John and he could surprise us.
rubiiiiiiii - Another player that we see every season in the competition is Moonie. She's had her fair share of mixed results in sets but for the most part they've been pretty positive. Last season she advanced out of one of the tougher groups with 3 set wins which was good enough to get her a wildcard spot. Once she got in she was once again able to pull off a playoff upset before losing in the second round. Moonie should once again be right in the thick of things in this group and if she doesn't manage a top 3 spot then she might once again be up for a wild card. All of this assuming her lack of play of late doesn't make her game take a step back.
Pecking Order - 1.Naveen 2.Marco 3.Niks 4.Moon 5.John 6. Leanne
Group D
Shelly_05_09 - Pretty sure that Shelle has been in every single sscam season since we started back in 2008 so her experience level is just off the charts. Through the course of all those seasons she's transformed herself from being a doormat to being in the conversation for the playoffs fairly consistently the last year or so. Last season was her best group stage after she pulled off 4 set wins which turned into a top 10 seed in the playoffs. She hasn't quite mastered the group stage yet but it's safe to say she'd take a season with 3 wins if it meant that she'd get to win a set in the playoffs too. Shelle is still always improving and has the opportunity to talk with the best players in the lg while captaining the inter teams which can't hurt. This group is pretty challenging so she won't be able to take any sets off.
TheGreatOne41 - I don't think I've actually seen Rahul in the ss lobby in many many months but according to the sscam shoutbox he does appear to be getting sets played. Rahul is another guy who has been in the competition countless times and he should be knowing what to expect here. This group is going to be very challenging for Rahul especially after coming off the poor showing in last season. Rahul has put together a good group stage before a couple seasons ago so it would be silly to count him out right away but success here would be even more of a surprise.
o0_GoKu_0o - After playing a couple disappointing seasons in div A, Sergio is being given a break and returning to a more comfortable environment in div B. Sergio is still a guy who has a ton of skill with his shotmaking an knowledge of english so he'll be the favourite in this group and is one of the better players in the competition. Sergio will dominate some of his sets here by wide margins and it's hard to say who really has the skill in their game to step up and give him a challenge. All I can say is that if he magically transforms into the Sergio of old then it could be an easy 5-0 and the rest of the group should watch out.
Top__Dawg__ - This is the moment Sterlo has been waiting for. It has been a dominating theme in his dreams ever since he lost his first round playoff set to Chad last season. It's important to not read too much into what Sterlo says about himself because you might get put in the unfortunate situation of believing that he truly is the best there ever was. Sterlo is definitely a good div B player and he should be able to avoid disaster most seasons and advance to the playoffs. His real goal by now will lie beyond just making the playoffs and hopefully making some noise. A higher seeding should help out possibly giving him an easier road in the playoffs so this is the place to get it done. Should be a fight between him and Kerry for second in group.
no_wuckin_forries - In Graeme we have yet another one of the all time troopers in this competition. He's only made the playoffs one time out of countless seasons but he still comes back for his beating every time. While he has a history of losing most of his sets he also has a history of being fairly competitive in those set and not losing by huge margins. If there was any season for Graeme to make it back to the playoffs this probably wouldn't be it with the quality in this group. He definitely could pick up one set win but 3 seems a little too unlikely.
xl_bankqueen_lx - Yet another playoff mainstay, Kerry is back and looking to continue her impressive streak of qualifying for the playoffs in every season she's entered. While getting into the playoffs hasn't been a problem it's been a while since we've seen her go much there since her finals appearance at the start of the year. This season she's been put in not the easiest of groups so while the playoffs aren't a guarantee, it would be a pretty big surprise to see her not advance here. She'll probably contend with Sterlo for second place and should be able to fight off Shelle to secure her spot in the playoffs. It's an old story by now but her season will be defined by how those playoffs go.
Pecking Order - 1.Sergio 2.Kerry 3.Sterlo 4.Shelle 5.Rahul 6.Graeme
Group E (Kerry)
lol_lmfao_rofl - Last season Bryan did pretty good going 3-2 and making playoffs only to lose in round 1. This is another group thats not too hard to be in and i see him doing well this season. Only 2 i see being close sets for you are Prak and Dan but i think you can win the rest of your sets. Best of luck.
SideShot - Chris had a pretty dismal season going 0-4 last season, but i think this season will be much better for him. Chris has improved alot lately in his game and hes getting more confident in his playing and i think he might just cause a few upsets here. Im still going to put you 5th chris cause i really have to look at last seasons records BUT i know you have it in you to do much better and grab that playoff spot or even a wild card. Best of luck.
tw.ista - Havent really seen Dan play lately but i do remember him being a good player. Dan doesn't seem to rush his shots and from what i can remember can play a good snooker game. I think be a good set between you and Prak and one i hope i get to watch. Best of luck.
ss_x_prakash_x - Heres the guy i pick to win this group. Last season prak had an impressive season going 4-1 in groups and losing in round 3 of playoffs to Hope. Prak is a pretty good runner and snooker player and i dont see him losing many sets here if any. Good set to watch out for is vs Dan and Dori. Best of luck.
kalsonlong - To be honest i dont really know Kris playing style. I dont think in all this time in SS ive played against him. Last season Kris went 1-2 and didnt play rest of sets, so i hope this season you get to play them all. Best of luck.
ho_li_schitt - Well heres my suckier than me parnter in 2v2s ;) Last season dori did pretty good in groups going 3-2 and making playoffs only to lose in round 1. Sometimes its very hard to predict dori. One season she kicks asses and does great in playoffs then next season doesn't make the playoffs. But in this group im putting you to make the playoffs again. I dont see you beating Prak or Dan but i dont see you losing to the rest. Dori is another i find a little underrated but then again if she was more consistant in her playing she wouldnt be. Just take your time and play like you did last season and you will do fine . Dori can also make some mean banks so watch out for those guys. Best of luck.
Pecking Order - 1.Prakash 2.Dan 3.Dorie 4.Bryan 5.Chris 6.Kris
Group F (Kerry)
MrsBoogie - Jenna went 3-2 in groups last season and made playoffs only to lose in round 1 to me cause of a no show :( . Jennas alot better player than most give her credit for. Ive seen her make some impressive shots and she does take her time and not one to rush anything. Im putting you to make playoffs or get the wild card here. A few tough opponents you have to go up against but otherwise i think you will do pretty good. Best of luck.
praveen_cs04 - Last season praveen went 3-2 in groups and lost round 1 in playoffs. Praveen is another one i find hard to predict in these. He can have some great games and then some pretty bad ones. Another i dont think is consistent enough. I am putting you in top 3 here cause i dont feel this group is gonna be to hard for you. Just take your time and dont rush :) Best of luck.
en_dk - Heres a player that suprised even me last season. Nigel went 4-1 in groups and got to playoffs and lost the semis to Chad. I think that was the best season nigels had in sscam and theres no reason why he cant do it again. Only one i see you having a close set with is Brad who also had a good season. I have to admit though nigel can get very very lucky in this game lol and i wouldnt count on that to win these. Can nigel win the group stage again ?????? I think so. Best of luck.
lawbubba - Sorry to say i dont really know to much bout bubba. Never seen him play before but i do see played last season and wasnt a great season for you going 0-4. Im not really sure how your going to go against these players this season but i really hope you win some sets. Best of luck.
Dopey_69_ - Brice only went 2-2 last season and still made playoffs and lost that game in round 2. I have to admit brice is getting better lately and ive seen him play some excellent games and some nice runs. Im not really sure where to pred you here brice. If i say you will have problems you come out and prove me wrong and if i say easy games for you, you let me down and lose lol:) Brice isnt a bad banker and can play some snooks pretty well but as you know im gonna predict you low brice cause i know thats what you like me to to. Just gives you more incentive to win :) Best of luck.
sampler_43 - Brad had a pretty good season going 3-1 in groups and losing to derick in round 3 of playoffs. Another player i find underrated here. I see brad going along way this season and i see him taking 2nd spot in groups right behind nigel. This guys pretty good at all aspects of the game so one for you guys to watch out for. Best of luck.
Pecking Order - 1.Nigel 2.Brad 3.Praveen 4.Jenna 5.Brice 6.Bubba
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