Bullseye: Why is promotion and relegation seen as a threat? Oblivion? It is a challenge; just as the franchise system was when that was introduced. What would be better if players are committed to the team (and their contracts) and won’t “jump ship” as soon as it becomes apparent that they are “going down”. The potential financial situation the club could find its self due to relegation is a direct result of the players not performing not due to the club’s youth policy.

M@islebugs: Interesting – walking to the game, playing in the nude – all money saving?

Jason Crookes can also be included as an ex-junior.

Jason Crookes another good call. Scrum Half must be the only position that we haven't produced anybody of nnote recently.

Tyla Hepi released by HKR. Only 19 years old.
I was quite impressed with this kid and was surprised at them releasing him, pretty sure he won some kind of young player's award last season.
We should sign him, replace one promising 19 year old with another

He looked pretty small from what I saw of him on Tv, but was only Tv though. He was quite terrier like though.

I'd expect there must be a reason why they would 'release' a 19 year old who had just won an award?