Fire Up! #18/12 – Stephen Ferris & Brett Oaten – Rd 17 Preview: Canberra’s boil outbreak and the redemption of Willie Mason

Summary: In a busy week of sporting news, one story has clawed its way to the top of the pack. With all the hallmarks of a classic tale; sabotage, intrigue and even love, it’s official. The boils are back in town! Biological warfare or grimy skin? We take a closer look as the nations capital begins to boil over. In other news, the redemption of Willie Mason takes another twist as he is appointed captain of the Knights coffee club. “It’s great to be the captain of a non-alcoholic!” says a jubilant Mason. Women in league saw the introduction of pink balls. Some were for, some against. At least we’re not hearing players complain about blue balls anymore… Hopa is done for driving without a license. Blames hate mail for not opening his RTA renewal forms. We didn’t know he got any kind of mail!