A team of battlers, the Cougars performed well in 2007 to finish a respectable sixth in a strong field.
The new-ish club are going through a rebuilding phase following the departure of a number of senior players over the off-season. But with griffo346 at the helm, the Cougars have put together what looks like a coalition of the willing, and they do appear to be ready to take on all comers.
Is it too early to call the Cougars contenders? Answer: I've always said its never too early to stick your neck out.
After a patchy start to their recruitment campaign, the Cougars now look to have the goods to be there come semi-finals time.
Gamebreakers: t-ba, 110kgpantherpower, Downie, Camden Leisure Pirate
Home ground: Western Weekender Stadium
Early bookies mail: Sensational value at 10-1.