The Hawx triumph at last
After years of physical, mental and spiritual abuse, the Hillbillies, Slytherins, Hawx, Hawx finally knocked the bastard off and won their first Tāne Mahuta in a year that also saw the Magpies return to the summit of the all-time standings.
Overnight leaders tied with the Magpies, the Hawx led by tournament champion Larry Bonding won five of their singles matches to claim a historic win. One of the pre-tournament favourites to win, the Hawx have finally shaken off their hillbilly roots under the leadership and coaching of inspirational captain Henry Gate.
Standings
| Team | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magpies | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 26 |
| Swans | 2 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 25 |
| Falcons | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
| Hawx | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
