If this has all been discussed before sorry, if so can you point me in the direction? And Mods delete at will. As far as I was aware Widnes had been given a licence and one team were for the chop, so was quit surprised when I read that I quote: The RFL’s independent board of directors decided to award a licence to Halifax, who initially lost out to Widnes back in March, meaning two current Super League teams would have to miss out. www.skysports.com/story/0,19528, ... 94,00.html

If this has all been discussed before sorry, if so can you point me in the direction? And Mods delete at will. As far as I was aware Widnes had been given a licence and one team were for the chop, so was quit surprised when I read that I quote: The RFL’s independent board of directors decided to award a licence to Halifax, who initially lost out to Widnes back in March, meaning two current Super League teams would have to miss out. www.skysports.com/story/0,19528, ... 94,00.html

I think that is poorly written, I dont think they have given Halifax a licence.

They have, but you're right it's a typo and should read the RFL board could decide.

Wakey and Quins aren't getting one.

Would be the best away end in the league if Fax come up.

I think it should read "IF ......

I think they have included Widnes in the 15 teams. Unless they are increasing SL size which is doubtful.

increase it to 15, one team gets a week off every week and reduce the playoff format job done.

When is the licence decision announced?

26th of July I believe...

It said on the BBC Website yesterday (specifically on their Sportsday feed) That the RFL had announced there would be no change in the size of Super League and it would remain a 14 team competition.

Although given the past record of both for getting things wrong, that probably means nothing.

No, the 15 refers to the current 14 SL clubs plus Halifax. These 15 are bidding for the remaining 13 places in SL 2012-14 (Widnes being already in). So if Halifax get a place, that means two current SL clubs will be relegated. If they don't, then one will be relegated.

Thank-you

In the Leaguer this week the RFL have confirmed only 14 teams will be given licences for the next 3 years. 1 is Widnes obviously so at least 1 to miss out. I can't see how Halifax's application will be accepted, based on the view the 3 expansion teams (Quins, Crusaders, Catalans) are guaranteed licences. The next weakest application would probably be Salford but with the new stadium on it's way I highly doubt they will be sacrificed.

I've totally disregarded Wakey as I think they're the ones to definitely make way for the Demics!

How are Quins, Crusaders and Catalans guaranteed licences then?

Are they in the Class A group of teams that shouldn't have to worry, because I don't think they are......

I only meant if that was the case. Depends what the RFL put the weighting on when judging the applications. If expansion is priority 1, well then you know them 3 are safe. If it's quality of competition, the top 5 are safe, etc.

IMO they will keep all 3 in SL, Wakey for Widnes will be the only difference.