I mean that's what you'd expect, but lots of self-serving going on

We always find new ways to shoot ourselves in the foot don't we...

FFS!

Just saw the National Second Division is set to start in April next year.

So the announcement not far away now?

Source - Sydney Olympic via facebook.

https://www.facebook.com/SydneyOlympicFC/videos/358228716673741

Close up the A2 until a A3 is able to be introduced Fuck the state feds

Sounds promising 

Are we taking bets on clubs now demanding pro rel arguing against pro rel to nsd once they’re in? 

Unlikely imo. If clubs understand pro/rel, they have a core belief that the rising tide lifts all boats. 

Plenty being talked about, but not here.

* Potentially a 2 million X 5 year sponsor

* Avondale proposal to build a ground in Ascot vale

* sunshine coast joining npl viv

* league announcement next week 

Same article on Reddit states the NST could run at the same time as the A League in Simmer or, from 2025 in Wimter.. FA never fail to underwhelm.

Whaaaat?? Post the link to that thanks

Melbourne Knights received a phone call today, saying they have been accepted into the NSD starting 2025.

Just at work, type in ALeagues Reddit, can't miss it.

I see someone posting the rumour that it will start in 2025. Nothing about summer or winter... just one dude speculating about summer

drag that chain FA

Article on reddit is 'NST on 3xy'

That's the one I was reading hehe, thanks. Nothing in there about summer or winter though?

FFS

https://www.reddit.com/r/Aleague/comments/17ob4w8/nst_news_on_3xy/

And this is what constitutes 'an article ' these days ?





Hey Arthur, what's the story ?

Yeah that's the one I'm reading. It doesn't mention the NST running in summer. Am I blind or something??

Trying to find where I came across a summer Nst.

nice editing

All good mate. I just want the thing to be a success.

https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/news/national-second-tier-application-process-advances-final-phase

Football Australia is excited to report the successful conclusion of Phase 3, the Assessment and Review Phase, in the evolution of the National Second Tier (NST).

This critical phase was dedicated to selecting the most viable and progressive proposals to carry into the future of Australian football.

Currently in Phase 4, the Completion Phase, Football Australia is working in partnership with selected clubs to finalise the essential participation documentation and other necessary requirements for the impending NST competition. 

As Football Australia finalises the Completion Phase and to ensure delivery of a NST of the utmost quality, Football Australia has revised the competition’s commencement to March/April 2025.  

This updated schedule will not only facilitate the finalisation of the competition structure but also grants all stakeholders sufficient time to finalise all logistical, regulatory, and operational aspects to guarantee a successful inauguration of the competition. Furthermore, this adjustment provides clarity for the Member Federations regarding their competition structures in 2024. 

The engaged collaboration and dedication of the clubs has been instrumental during this stage. Football Australia acknowledges these efforts with appreciation as stakeholders make strides towards the competition’s debut. 

Football Australia also extend its appreciation to BDO for their exceptional independent support during the Assessment and Review Phase, reinforcing the integrity and equity of the NST application process. 

Upon the conclusion of the Completion Phase, Football Australia will announce on Monday, 20 November 2023 the clubs that have been selected to participate in, and have executed the relevant transaction documents for, the inaugural season of the NST set to launch in March/April 2025, as well as providing additional information regarding next steps which are essential for the commencement of the NST. 

This is fantastic. The perfect result. 

No need to rush it in 2024 and get things right for a 2025 kick off. Brilliant news. 

What do Sunshine Coast do for 18 months ?

No Format announced yet

Good point. Sort it out with FQ i suppose. 

at least they have 18 months to get it right lol

This has got to be a push for the A-legaue to move to winter as well.

Cant have potential Pro/Rel with the seasons not aligned. 

As long as they get to the destination properly, no need to rush it especially when it will cost plenty of dollars to run.

Im curious if late 2024 was on the cards? Or would they prefer it to be a winter comp and maybe keep costs down from that? Either way we will know in November 20 who the clubs will be which is good.

It should help when FA negotiate the next broadcasting rights in 2024 too, at the end of the day without money this thing wont last long so its very important they get this right and maybe more time might not be a bad thing after all.