(S8) - PT 4 - Rivalry

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The Tijuana Luchadores have only recently had the pleasure of being able to consider themselves serious contenders, largely due to the active and engaged classes that have passed through the last couple of seasons. And yet, due to the nature of the DSFL, it seems that the Luchadores have always seemed to meet the Marshals in the playoffs only to be stifled in what could hardly be seen as a close game. One occasion saw the Luchadores, coming off the best season of their short history, blown away by what could be argued was an overpowered bot team (Palm Beach Solar Bears who did, in fact, end up winning it all that season). Nevertheless, the focus for the Luchadores has always been on the San Antonio Marshals. Last season, the rivalry took on new life as the Luchadores were able to walk away from the divisional playoffs with their first ever post-season win and Ultimini berth. This season looks to be no different despite the pick disparity in the seasons draft as one could argue that the Marshals and the Luchadores are the top two teams in the DSFL. Assuming both teams can avoid the ever-annoying Palm Beach Solar Bears, the divisional round is set to be a classic with the winner emerging as the favorites for the S8 Ultimini.