Quote: i8no-one "You maybe right I dont know, I just think its about numbers involved at some bigger clubs. The comment about youngsters in local junior clubs ? get overlooked for what exactly ?'"
Maybe its the wrong thread, used only to point out the fact that imo the game is rife at all levels, i meant that some clubs have juniors pushed forward to scholarships/academy because of the "old pals act" and "my dad".
IMO the reason why half these lads don't make the grade is because they are not the right candidates, of course its subjective and someone is having to make the call but you'll often find that behind that call is a "name".
That said a young man got a shot at Bradford a couple of years back and with respect to him it should not have happened, seems his grandad used to play/scout for them and works with stats on match days. He came from a small club that never got players called up so it works at all clubs.
He failed to make an impression and that spot was lost to player who could/would have earned that right.
Of course it easy for me to criticise these things but i have seen it first hand at many clubs in this area and while we have many good honest coaches and admin staff in the area it still happens.
