+xI don't understand how the Force were getting such good government support 8,000 people play rugby compared with 60,000ish playing football in Perth. Funnily enough a government department sponsorship of the Force came into question as the last election (Drive Safe?). Rugby WA actually still owe for the setup of the Force which is essentially why they have no money to pay ARU. How can they service their loan when what they took it our for has been taken from them? They'd rather see their creditors paid out as much as possible than give ARU a cent. Rugby WA will be back in some form or another, so no, doesn't really make a big difference to Glory - the real story is whatever happens with the Force. Even if Twiggy sets up his rival competition a significant amount of damage has been to done to Rugby Union in WA - although to be honest I'd rather they succeed at the expense of Australian Rules such that our rectangular stadium is continually seen as a necessary asset.
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