To be fair, my knowledge of US sport is somewhat sketchy, though I enjoy watching their football games.

I do know that NFL is very, very big over there and so is college football but I know nothing about any amateur football game they might have. I don't know what happens to all the college kids who finish their courses, maybe as a reasonably big success in football, but fail to make the jump to pro in the NFL. I do know that relatively few of those thousands in college DO get picked by one of the NFL clubs, which must leave a big majority who don't. I'd guess many of them were specifically sports oriented and gained access to college on that basis, so would definitely be hoping to make the grade as a pro sportsperson and might be attracted to another sport which may actually suit their particular skill set better.

You're correct. It certainly wouldn't happen overnight, but it seems to me that the potential is there providing there is someone to take the plunge. Maybe the New York franchise is that toe in the water.

If not it soon will be. I doubt he'll be seen at another forum at Odsal again

I think we've already worked out Rimmer's view on rules and how they apply (or don't) to the RFL.

I'll stick to following Millwall, it's less travelling

This is my worry, Im not especially against or for expansion, If it happens naturally and adds to the game Im all for it, but would we be happy with the possible end game? Lets assume these new clubs have serious backing, they will attract top players. So the future SL containing Toronto, NY, Toulouse, Catalan, etc, what happens when we get the inevitable New York Vs Toronto Grand final. As awesome as that sounds will old Trafford be half full?

Also from a selfish point of view, I like the atmosphere at a game generated by having two sets of fans. I am absolutely not talking about income from away fans, but a season made up of more teams without any away fans doesn't appeal to me. (I realise as far as the Bulls are concerned its largely theoretical as we're about as far from super league as the unformed NY team)