FLN decided to experiment with this game preview and asked a few local experts who have seen both teams multiple times this year to collaborate on a preview that will read a little different from those that Senior Writer Lee Roggenburg might prepare.  We asked our collaborators to think more like a scout and come up with some observations that go beyond the normal records, head to head matchups, etc. to give the readers (and those who attend the game), something to look for in the game ahead.  We hope you like this approach and when we get further along in the playoffs we will try again to prepare a few game previews in the same manner!  The Oxbridge-Wellington game will also be handled the same way.  We specifically asked the panel to not pick a winner to differentiate this approach.   Oxbridge is very young across the board, but very well coached. They spread the ball around very well and have hit double digits in 9 straight games. When playing against a team like Wellington, that will play a tough zone defense, you will need to spread the ball around for great looks. Oxbridge has two do it all midfielders in Zach Ranta and Robert Bayliss. They will face off as well as play offense and defense. The attack unit is a skilled group that has put up some nice numbers across the board. Lisec, Smith, and the lefty Jerd have all had their share of nice performances. What will determine the outcome of this game on this side of the ball, is the ability or inability of Oxbridge to handle Wellington’s tough zone defense. This is a game that will be won more between the ears than anywhere else. Oxbridge has the skilled personnel to be successful if they can handle the Wellington pressure. Wellington plays a unique zone defense that will cause opposing offenses fits. They are a long, physical, and enthusiastic bunch that shows up to play from start to finish. They really feed off their All League goalie Logan Masta. If he gets hot early, Oxbridge could be in trouble. Wellingtons staff really trusts this kid and for them to win he will need to have a nice game. Wellington has played a rather tough schedule and have taken some of the better teams into the 4th quarter. The longer Wellington keeps this game close, the more confident they will get.   X-Factor: Oxbridge – Face-Off Committee – When playing against a zone, possessions become more important. If the face-off by committee group for Oxbridge is successful, I like Oxbridge’s chances Wellington – Logan Masta – As he goes they go. If he gets hot Wellington always has a chance.