"So, the World Cup is over, and it's time to return to the slightly (only slightly) less exciting prospect of a new season in the Cambrian Tyres Aberystwyth League and its associated cup competitions. This year I hope to bring reports every week, and there may be pictures as well, as a camera is being provided by the kind people at BBC Mid-Wales (and people say the licence fee isn't worth it).

This week I will be looking ahead to the new season, and making one or two predictions for the forthcoming campaign.

Division One looks quite open this year, as there have been a number of changes. Tywyn/Bryncug have gained a promotion to the Spar Mid-Wales League after their second-placed finish last year. The challengers will therefore probably come from the rest of the group that formed the top half of last year's table.

Reigning champions Penrhyncoch Reserves will look to retain their title, and should mount a good challenge. The capture of Llanilar striker Gareth Hughes should be a good addition, and if many of the squad from last year are still in place they will be dangerous.

Bow Street do not appear as confident as last season, as they have lost striker Tony Jones to Penrhyncoch's first team, while midfielder Peter Griffiths has also left the club to concentrate on coaching. Nevertheless they still retain many of last years Emrys Morgan-winning side, and they will be amongst the teams in with a shout, though perhaps their emphasis should be on league consistency rather than cup glory.

Penparcau are always dangerous, especially at home, and they will challenge again. My personal opinion is that Penrhyn Reserves will defend their title, though I don't expect much daylight between them and the rest.

Of the other teams, Bont's 60th anniversary was celebrated with a game between them and a Cambrian Tyres League 'All-Star' (I use those words very loosely) XI. The game ended 2-2, and I expect Bont to be the best of the rest this season as they are, to use the words of an opposing player, "always a tough fixture".

Dolgellau should come back strongly from a dismal campaign last year. Llanrhystud are a team who enjoy themselves too much to be title contenders, Llanon will probably be happy with another mid-table finish, while Llanilar have changed their manager, lost a few players and will need some quick signings to do anything but finish in lower mid-table.

Tregaron should make a good impression after their promotion last season, and I expect them to consolidate their place. Talybont may not be so lucky, however, and I think they may be among the teams scrapping at the bottom. The other teams down there will probably be the usual suspects, Padarn and Aberdyfi. Aberdyfi have now survived relegation by the skin of their teeth for the past 3 years, but this time may be a step too far. I think they will be relegated, along with either Padarn or Talybont.

Division Two looks quite interesting as well. Aberystwyth Town have entered a Thirds team in this years competition, and they have immediately been installed as favourites for the Second Division title. The relegation of UWA Reserves from Division One means the university should field a very strong team in Division Two, and an immediate return to the top should be considered a very real possibility.

Here's hoping for a good season! And if you would like to disagree with the above or plead your team's case please leave a comment below. But no abuse please."

Report written by Lee Taylor from Aberystwyth