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I haven't heard from him; I hope he contacts one of us soon.

Thanks for info, me neither like you already know. Hopefully so, with a clear willingness to solve things.
We've all been there - first time can feel confusing, but when you grasp of it, it becomes almost the second nature.

And in this case, it's even easier, as box score post has been already readily edited, so I feel like I've definitely taken the extra mile in order to solve it, and get everybody over the finish line properly. Probably some line needs to be drawn, which requires a bit more from HGL-PL mangers themselves, but at least for the time being as there weren't all that much time to begin with (about 9 days) to organize 3 matches per team, I've tried to be of as much help as possible.

This, on the other hand, makes me having second thoughts to some extent, as in HGL one must be able to do this themselves (editing box score post for their team, based on HGL schedule; of course we help though, if there are any questions). Again, it's not difficult, but one needs to orientate for first time taking some more time (than on further Seasons).

Last edited by Wagner at 7/22/2026 8:54:41 AM

Yes, a line to draw is difficult sometimes. While I do dislike, e.g., the bronze medal match in the WC, I think that here in BB we can do some things differently (and hopefully better). Still, I am always open for constructive feedback (and also criticism), so we can definitely talk about tweaks and even more major adjustments, so don't hesitate to tell me about your ideas. This should in the end be a community output of some sorts and I do not want to force only my own view on the matters.

I thought of other systems, e.g., awarding 3 points for a finals win and 2 points for a loss, so that I could integrate the bronze medal match there with the regular point system too, yet I was a bit unsure about this. So, if you think there is another good way to solve it, let me know.

Hence, Wagner, an any other HGL manager, always let me know if you want some adjustments to the stats and other input that I provide through the forums, I am always open for other/new ideas, as long they are somewhat easy to implement. (y)

I'll respond to you quite soon, but just wanted to let you know I noticed your message..

Hopefully he logs back on soon, realises that it is easier than it appears (especially given the work you have done to make it easier for him) and gets it done. It would be a shame for him to come this close and miss out. Especially, as you noted, in a perfect season to enter. The stars have lined up and now is the time to enter the HGL.

Yes, it is the perfect opportunity for all HGL-PL applicants, including him as there are no "monster" teams participating this time around and it seems more likely by day, that we actually have 2 places open in HGL for Season 6 (as Hårdboll hasn't still responded), but sometimes some things just aren't meant to happen. Hopefully he will complete everything in time though.

With the risk of a repeat, in a way this is a good test though, as it's way easier to handle than HGL (but uses the same framework), so if one is not ready to handle that, then maybe they're not ready to HGL yet.

@all HGL-PL managers:
due to an ongoing issue with Tassie Devils (TD), I haven't updated HGL-PL league tables (in one of HGL-PL posts), because it's still unknown whether or not all TD matches will be forfeit losses for him.

He has been given an ultimatum to correct everything by Saturday 25th 2026, 23.59EET DST.

Last edited by Wagner at 7/22/2026 9:04:06 AM

Hopefully he logs back on soon, realises that it is easier than it appears (especially given the work you have done to make it easier for him) and gets it done. It would be a shame for him to come this close and miss out. Especially, as you noted, in a perfect season to enter. The stars have lined up and now is the time to enter the HGL.

Yes, it is the perfect opportunity for all HGL-PL applicants, including him as there are no "monster" teams participating this time around and it seems more likely by day, that we actually have 2 places open in HGL for Season 6 (as Hårdboll hasn't still responded), but sometimes some things just aren't meant to happen. Hopefully he will complete everything in time though.

If Tazdevil doesn't get this sorted (and I really hope he does) it would be a shame that other managers (like Brucehum) who are really keen, could have had their shot.

This is good point too, absolutely.
Also, let's not forget possibly Svätý Jur Snakers, who might have been interested (or might not, I don't know) in participating (not when I asked, but they declared themselves as 100% HG I believe after HGL-PL roster was already locked).
If he participates on later Seasons to HGL-PL, then we might have:
A) no places on offer to HGL, and/or
B) if there would be only 1 place on offer for next HGL Season, then I wonder who would get it... Now at least there would've likely been 2 open spots.

Last edited by Wagner at 7/22/2026 9:08:02 AM

Hopefully he logs back on soon, realises that it is easier than it appears (especially given the work you have done to make it easier for him) and gets it done. It would be a shame for him to come this close and miss out. Especially, as you noted, in a perfect season to enter. The stars have lined up and now is the time to enter the HGL.

Still no contact to you by Tazdevil, I suppose? He has seemingly once again logged in (on July 23rd), but no contact.

It would be better if Tassie Devils would (re-?)confirm here immediately, if they do not wish to participate to HGL-PL, instead of letting the ultimatum deadline pass.

Everything affects everything. Now for instance, I can't properly calculate HGL-PL league tables, before it is being ruled, whether or not TD will be disqualified.

Second Round of HGL-PL is just behind the corner.

While we're in an awkward situation (of not being able to yet create "reliable" league tables - hence the decision to not yet create them at all), due to not knowing if Tassie Devils (TD) will be disqualified or not; we'll be wiser about that in 36 hours or so at the very latest), First Round of HGL-PL provided some very interesting moments.

Whether or not TD will be disqualified or not, San Fernando VR (SAN) was able to cruise to an impressive 101-72 victory against Tassie Devils (TD), which you can see from this HGL-PL schedule/results-post: (331392.21). TD had quite a lot higher top8-salaries ($174K vs. $111K), so that makes the victory even more impressive.

Nailbiter match of the Round One though was M.L.S. REICH - borteam (MLS-BOR).
And again, an underdog (BOR) was able to outperform their more expensive competition ($108K vs $157K), but only by 4 points. (Free nitro's provided by HGL to all participants and spectators).

So two of the lowest ranked top8-salary teams are at the top of the league table after Round one, and Second Round is providing interesting math(es):
#TD-BOR (139757790) *
#MLS-SAN (139721683)
*=result pending (possible TD forfeit)

While every match is so importanst here, especially for MLS it will be an important afternoon as they lost on Round One and now face so far undefeated SAN.
MLS is $46K ahead in top8-salaries, but like we saw on Round One, nothing is set in stone before match is finished... :)

Last edited by Wagner at 7/24/2026 5:17:01 AM