Just thought I'd start a little debate....

It's obvious Bradford and Leigh are miles in front of most at the moment and a three tier league is developing.

As of next season, Fev are hoping to go full time and Sheff have, it is claimed, a mystery backer and are already full time.

That then leaves us as possibly the best of the rest only able to spend to a reduced cap and probably having to go more down the loan/DR route. I know missing out on second place forced our hand somewhat this season.

My question is - does anyone know what the funding situation is like for next season and are we happy to be the best of the second bunch in the championship - it would seem to be this is our destiny at the moment.

Do we think the new system will cause a loss in intetest in the Championship due to a lopsided competition and would more screening on TV/better marketing from the RFL help?

remember one of the directors at the meet the players night saying we will be looking to go full time again in the near future

Did he say how this was going to be funded?

Littlerich is giving up his Pocket Money sorry but couldn't resist.

Sorry, I don't understand the question. Phoenix Nights Cheery Tree, shudds. Hawkshead Jester 3.7 % Mmm! P.S. Don't mention DR, I think they've forgotten about it.

can't remember mate. remember it being mentioned when they were talking about the training ground and grants to do with that

Seriously, whilst performances and entertainment have improved greatly, results haven't. A 50% record is no better than under KH Sportsman, shudds. Mallinsons Cascade. 4.1 % Mmm!

This weeks rugby league press hints at the Halifax Bank as coming back on board with Fax as a major sponsor for next season, whether true or not, time will tell.

If most SL clubs run a deficit how on earth can Championship clubs afford long term FT teams? The mind boggles.

You have answered your own question. Championship clubs have a higher deficit that has to be picked up by somebody.

I honestly think that Marshall is capable of coaching a team to beat Full Time teams even with a part time squad, he just needs time to establish himself and bring in his own players.

Nat ,this is Charlie being serious I have listened to what Richard M has had to say on Fax TV a few times recently and he comes across as a very knowledgeable bloke ,stating what he wants and expects from his Squad of players ,the Question is ,can these players deliver to Fax what he expects ?In some way the answer is YES but in others it must be NO,simply because as a Part Time squad you are behind the 8 ball in terms of advantages,also you have a decent Pack but lack strength in depth at Half back and I personally think your backs from 1 to 5 are not as good as the Teams around you.

I am fond of Fax as a Club because I have a few friends here and know what a successful team means to you,hopefully this new Backer supposed to be a Fax Bank will provide you with the cash to invest in a bit of quality to challenge the teams like Leigh and Bradford ,I don't think you are that far away from doing this,good luck for the rest of the season I shall be cheering you on in spirit on Friday.Charles.