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Quote: Spegsdrinkingbuddy "You obviously did not visit trailfinders this year then, quaint sort of ground and not particularly offensive but certainly limited, but nowhere near as good as wakey or cas, what’s people’s problem with grounds, i have some nice mates I visit and their houses ain’t the best and I don’t always agree with the choice of decor but I still like to pop round often. Also you probably only go to the said grounds once a year for approx 2 hours it’s not as if your going there for a fortnights holiday.'"

He's a shudds fan mate, unlikely to have seen many home games never mind seeing an away game.

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Wakey is my fav away ground. Love the fact we can be close to the pitch and hear what goes on between the players during the game. Toilets not the best but like previous poster said i think we can manage for 2 hrs. Wakey fans always friendly as well.

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Quote: Shazbaz "Wakey is my fav away ground. Love the fact we can be close to the pitch and hear what goes on between the players during the game. Toilets not the best but like previous poster said i think we can manage for 2 hrs. Wakey fans always friendly as well.'"


Agreed, as an away fan I'd much rather go to Wakey or Cas than to Leeds.

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I can't see why we can't have 14 clubs in the premiership instead of every team keep playing each other 3 or 4 or 5 or even 6 times a year depending on cup, playoffs, etc. Then we have two going down and two coming up as well.

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Quote: tonyblaidd "I can't see why we can't have 14 clubs in the premiership instead of every team keep playing each other 3 or 4 or 5 or even 6 times a year depending on cup, playoffs, etc. Then we have two going down and two coming up as well.'"


I think that 2 up 2 down may destabilise too many clubs, most of whom are treading water financially but, the first part of your post seems absolutely obvious to all, apart form those running the game.
On the one hand, we are told that clubs like London, Toronto and Toulouse increase the diversity and appeal of SL and yet, they seem unable to convince Sky of the increased value. It's obvious that the current 12 clubs dont want to water down "their share" of the Sky monies but, really ?
Considering that games are now spread over 4 seperate days (usually), which affects attendances, and yet there has been little or no increase from Sky.
I know that the TV industry is changing all the time and there is serious competition from streaming services etc but, IF the inclusion of these clubs makes our competition so much more vibrant and increases the appeal to sponsors and advertisers, it seems reasonable to seek an increase.
If on the other hand there is no added value to Sky (or whoever else) we are all wasting our time.

An increase to 14 clubs would certainly offer true balance to the comp, although this would still leave "magic"

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Quote: wrencat1873 "I think that 2 up 2 down may destabilise too many clubs, most of whom are treading water financially but, the first part of your post seems absolutely obvious to all, apart form those running the game.
On the one hand, we are told that clubs like London, Toronto and Toulouse increase the diversity and appeal of SL and yet, they seem unable to convince Sky of the increased value. It's obvious that the current 12 clubs dont want to water down "their share" of the Sky monies but, really ?
Considering that games are now spread over 4 seperate days (usually), which affects attendances, and yet there has been little or no increase from Sky.
I know that the TV industry is changing all the time and there is serious competition from streaming services etc but, IF the inclusion of these clubs makes our competition so much more vibrant and increases the appeal to sponsors and advertisers, it seems reasonable to seek an increase.
If on the other hand there is no added value to Sky (or whoever else) we are all wasting our time.

An increase to 14 clubs would certainly offer true balance to the comp, although this would still leave "magic"'"

I agree with a lot except 2 up 2 down. I would love to see one up this year & keep London then one up next year then back to 1 up1 down in 2021. Get rid the extra fixtures ( we will all have reserve games now to fill in the gaps). As for SKY I am not sure they are that bothered & I have a feeling they won’t even bother when the current deal ends, just look at the way we are treated they don’t even repeat one single game after a live match yet we get endless F1 Wendy ball etc.

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without going to franchise or licensing we should go to 14 clubs and get rid of the loop fixtures, ridiculous concept. Keep the magic weekend if we must although not entirely convinced on what it brings to the competion. Heve relegation and promotion of 1 or 2 up and down every 3-4 years with the timetable agreed well in advance. This will give the promoted sides a chance to build for a sustained run at staying in super league and championship clubs can time there runs to coincide with promtion years.

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Quote: Shazbaz "Wakey is my fav away ground. Love the fact we can be close to the pitch and hear what goes on between the players during the game. Toilets not the best but like previous poster said i think we can manage for 2 hrs. Wakey fans always friendly as well.'"


I agree, its just needs tidying, the actual layout and the ability for fans to move around is a lost luxury in my book. People will miss it when its gone and now only Wakey and Cas still offer it, just like it to be a bit better presented.

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There qren't enough quality platers for 14 teams, there are too many journeymen in the 12 in SL already.

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Quote: IR80 "There qren't enough quality platers for 14 teams, there are too many journeymen in the 12 in SL already.'"


And yet, Toronto, along with any additional N. American clubs can only use "journeymen" as they are in no position to play any "locals" and wont be for 10+ years.
Ironically, when they were a league 1 club, thrashing every side they played, there was an opportunity to field some "local" players but, that boat has long since sailed.

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Quote: wrencat1873 "I think that 2 up 2 down may destabilise too many clubs, most of whom are treading water financially but, the first part of your post seems absolutely obvious to all, apart form those running the game.
On the one hand, we are told that clubs like London, Toronto and Toulouse increase the diversity and appeal of SL and yet, they seem unable to convince Sky of the increased value. '"


Who seems unable? The clubs or Elstone? Because it's very much the latter's remit to sell the game to TV.

And when I read he's currently trying to negotiate a 2 year deal it almost makes me nostalgic for the Nigel Wood era.

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In my opinion both Wakefield and Castlefords grounds are accidents waiting to happen. How they get safety certificates I do not know. Not are they just scruffy.
The terraces at both stadia are in poor condition and at some point an accident will happen. When this one does occur someone will have to be held to account.
I know there have been promises of new grounds, but these are some way off at best. RFL need to get a grip and ensure these grounds are bought up to standard.

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What type of accident can occur stood watching , entering,leaving, maybe a snowflake may pester you in the unroofed area icon_biggrin.gifEPRESSED:

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There isn’t enough talent to support an increase in SL teams. Just look at all the teams involved in the relegation battle. All 4 of them have a roster made up
Of journeymen

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Quote: Steph Curry "There isn’t enough talent to support an increase in SL teams. Just look at all the teams involved in the relegation battle. All 4 of them have a roster made up
Of journeymen'"


It might be a one off but look what happened to Salford this year compared to last and hardly a team full of superstar signings? A 14 team league is more balanced and better than a season made up of contrived loop fixtures to 'make the numbers up' IMO

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