Fire kick off Clem Jones Shield campaign with a win

Preparations for the 2011 QSL season took another step in the right direction on Saturday night, as the Fire toughed out a 4-2 result over Southern Cross United. Shaun Blackman bagged a hat-trick, and Aaron Brazendale chipped in with the other goal.

The Clem Jones Shield continues this Sunday, as the Fire again travel to Meakin Park in Slacks Creek, this time to take on the Brisbane Strikers. The Strikers were held to a 1-1 draw against the Gold Coast Stars in their last match, and will be looking for revenge for their 2010 Grand Final defeat. Kick-off is at 4pm.