Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ Linden Championship…
A new champion will be crowned this evening in the Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ Linden Championship after Swag Entertainment and Quiet Storm have completed their battle in the tournament’s ultimate matchup at the Christianburg Hard-court.
Flashback: Part of the semi-final action between Silver Bullets and Quiet Storm in the Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ Linden Championship, held at the Christianburg Hard-court
Tournament heavyweights Swag Entertainment have lived up to their potential by securing their second appearance in the finale; and with impressive numbers on their side, having tallied a tournament-leading eight goals in three matches, they will start the match as firm favourites, especially since they have conceded just two goals in the earlier quarterfinal and semifinal rounds of the tournament.
The Swag Entertainment quartet of Clive Nobrega, Deon Charter, Kwesi Quintin and Kendolph Lewis have been responsible for this team’s extraordinary prowess, having provided wins against Amelia’s Ward Russians, Presidential and Barsenal.
On the other hand, relative newcomers and first-time finalists Quiet Storm have exceeded all expectations in their quest to uplift the coveted title.
Their place in the championship round was acquired following wins over Silver Bullets and Retrieve Unknown, having earned a bye in quarterfinal action.
According to the numbers, Quiet Storm possess the best defense of all teams that participated in the tournament, as they are yet to concede a goal during regulation play.
They have, however, struggled in offense, having returned scoreless outcomes in their campaign. Both of their aforementioned wins occurred from the penalty mark.
According to a pre-match statement from tournament coordinator Rawle Gittens, “All systems are in place for an exciting night of action, which will bring the curtains down on the Linden zone. At the end of the night, we will crown a first-time champion, an event which has occurred rather frequently, and which indicates the competitive nature of the competition. The final is expected to be highly competitive, putting two teams with different styles against each other. Once again, we would like to thank the fans and the players for their continued support and commitment to the brand.”
The third-place playoff between Silver Bullets and Amelia’s Ward Russians will take place prior to the finale. The final of the Guinness Plate Championship will also be staged then.
Winners of this finale will pocket $400,000 and the championship trophy, while the second-place side will pocket $150,000 and the respective accolade.
Similarly, the third and fourth place teams will receive $100,000 and $75,000 respectively and a trophy. Meanwhile, the winner of the Guinness Plate Championship will pocket $60,000.
