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Halliford 
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 Posted: 29 Jun 2021 at 12:50 |
There is no "block", all that has now to be agreed is the size of the Championship from 22/23. Will it be 12 0r 14 teams? It does create uncertainty for National 1 Clubs but below that teams were looking to move up anyway with the expansion of National League Rugby from3 x 16 to 4 x 14. The RFU sate: "As the Premiership expands in size, this is likely to result in a greater number of National One clubs being promoted at the end of season 21/22, which will also lessen the impact of relegation as a result of the introduction of the Future Competitions Structure." |
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Cricks at 2
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A survey of 500 rugby fans? I am sure it was very scientific. A report of total contrived BS. As Gerg intimates, worthy of George Orwell’s novels.
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Count Ford
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Posted: 29 Jun 2021 at 12:27 |
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The Championship will still be a pathway for players, coaches and match officials but club aspirations don’t have to be interlinked; players can progress to their potential without the specific need for their club to be promoted
So why then must the premiership clubs be protected at all costs? Also why are they blocking relegation from the championship and stifling the opportunity for teams in the National League. As someone that watches Level 7 rugby..it shouldn't really concern me...but when the RFU is more interested in the business concerns of a few 'elite' clubs over sporting integrity then they have truly lost their way
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gerg_861
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Posted: 29 Jun 2021 at 12:14 |
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Nice - I love how they call a ringfence a recovery plan. That is masterful. Also, they spin that the current funding levels being retained is a good thing. Beautiful. An excellent piece from the Ministry of Truth.
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Posted: 29 Jun 2021 at 12:13 |
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Pirates will not have new Stadium in Truro built in time to meet criteria. Another lost opportunity missed by Cornwall.
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dunc999
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Posted: 29 Jun 2021 at 11:23 |
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AKA Hanging the Championship out to dry
I guess the clubs new this was coming hence Ealing's recruitment drive to secure the last place in the promised land. I just really hope someone can step up to the plate to mount a realistic challenge to them next season, Pirates maybe, but I can't really see it.
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