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+x+x+x+xLooks like they are still pursuing a spot for 2025. Melbourne Knights official club statement re NST.https://www.melbourneknights.com.au/news/club-statement-on-the-announcement-of-the-national-second-tier-competition/The Melbourne Knights Football Club welcomes Football Australia’s announcement this week of a National Second Tier, slated to begin in early 2025. As one of the handful of clubs that has for years been championing the need for the establishment of a National Second Division, we have been instrumental in the discussion to date and believe we still have an important part to play in a National Second Tier in Australia. Less than two months ago the footballing public were able to witness what a National Second Tier would look like at Knights Stadium, as the club was able to reignite the interest of its fanbase as over 5,000 turned out for our historic Australia Cup fixture against the Brisbane Roar. The match highlighted the strengths of our club and what our brand of football would be able to bring to a national competition. Competing in a National Second Tier is an important long-term goal of the club and although our desire to return to the national stage is high, at this point in time, we do not believe it to be in the club’s best interest. During the RFP (Request for Proposal) phase, the club identified a number of key elements it found to be of concern, which was the main driver for the club electing not to formally complete the RFP. We will continue to engage with Football Australia over the coming months to work through these concerns, and we remain hopeful of a positive outcome not only for our club, but football in Australia, through our inclusion to the National Second Tier in 2025. To me, seems to be following that great Australian Football tradition of letting excellent stand in the way of good. Same here... Lets hope the "Good" is good enough this time around....... And maybe at this point in time excellent is out of reach.... BTW for anyone interested, and its 98 pages... but the following link is the 2023 Annual Review by FA including financials. [pages 11 to 17] As an aside the pie chart on page 17, showing the investment in our national teams I found interesting. Enjoy if into these reports, https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/sites/ffa/files/2023-11/20484_FA_Annual%20Review_2023_Final_Low%20Res_Interactive_compressed_0.pdf Almost double the spend on the senior Men's side vs the Women. Girls are doing better with half the cash.
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yer thats for a different thread talking wages/funding at NT levels lets keep it out of the NST even though its bleeding obvious Matildas performances (kudos to em) but its a whole different ball game figuratively speaking :) Thanks Mid - interesting glancing through reports.
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Forty odd teams became twenty six odd teams, they will get a crap load of teams for this new competition I'd say..
The FA finally unveiled the NST!!!!...with umm....eight teams. If the FA's Johnson raises the criteria even further about now, we can end up with a three team comp. They can play each other twelve times, that would work. Oh yeah, they would like another 2-4 teams. It's only $50 mil to join, with no guarantees.
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+x+x+x+x+xLooks like they are still pursuing a spot for 2025. Melbourne Knights official club statement re NST.https://www.melbourneknights.com.au/news/club-statement-on-the-announcement-of-the-national-second-tier-competition/The Melbourne Knights Football Club welcomes Football Australia’s announcement this week of a National Second Tier, slated to begin in early 2025. As one of the handful of clubs that has for years been championing the need for the establishment of a National Second Division, we have been instrumental in the discussion to date and believe we still have an important part to play in a National Second Tier in Australia. Less than two months ago the footballing public were able to witness what a National Second Tier would look like at Knights Stadium, as the club was able to reignite the interest of its fanbase as over 5,000 turned out for our historic Australia Cup fixture against the Brisbane Roar. The match highlighted the strengths of our club and what our brand of football would be able to bring to a national competition. Competing in a National Second Tier is an important long-term goal of the club and although our desire to return to the national stage is high, at this point in time, we do not believe it to be in the club’s best interest. During the RFP (Request for Proposal) phase, the club identified a number of key elements it found to be of concern, which was the main driver for the club electing not to formally complete the RFP. We will continue to engage with Football Australia over the coming months to work through these concerns, and we remain hopeful of a positive outcome not only for our club, but football in Australia, through our inclusion to the National Second Tier in 2025. To me, seems to be following that great Australian Football tradition of letting excellent stand in the way of good. Same here... Lets hope the "Good" is good enough this time around....... And maybe at this point in time excellent is out of reach.... BTW for anyone interested, and its 98 pages... but the following link is the 2023 Annual Review by FA including financials. [pages 11 to 17] As an aside the pie chart on page 17, showing the investment in our national teams I found interesting. Enjoy if into these reports, https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/sites/ffa/files/2023-11/20484_FA_Annual%20Review_2023_Final_Low%20Res_Interactive_compressed_0.pdf Almost double the spend on the senior Men's side vs the Women. Girls are doing better with half the cash. Similarly it wouldn’t take a lot of cash to have the Australian men’s team on top of world netball. It’s the relative spend.
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+x+x+x+x+xLooks like they are still pursuing a spot for 2025. Melbourne Knights official club statement re NST.https://www.melbourneknights.com.au/news/club-statement-on-the-announcement-of-the-national-second-tier-competition/The Melbourne Knights Football Club welcomes Football Australia’s announcement this week of a National Second Tier, slated to begin in early 2025. As one of the handful of clubs that has for years been championing the need for the establishment of a National Second Division, we have been instrumental in the discussion to date and believe we still have an important part to play in a National Second Tier in Australia. Less than two months ago the footballing public were able to witness what a National Second Tier would look like at Knights Stadium, as the club was able to reignite the interest of its fanbase as over 5,000 turned out for our historic Australia Cup fixture against the Brisbane Roar. The match highlighted the strengths of our club and what our brand of football would be able to bring to a national competition. Competing in a National Second Tier is an important long-term goal of the club and although our desire to return to the national stage is high, at this point in time, we do not believe it to be in the club’s best interest. During the RFP (Request for Proposal) phase, the club identified a number of key elements it found to be of concern, which was the main driver for the club electing not to formally complete the RFP. We will continue to engage with Football Australia over the coming months to work through these concerns, and we remain hopeful of a positive outcome not only for our club, but football in Australia, through our inclusion to the National Second Tier in 2025. To me, seems to be following that great Australian Football tradition of letting excellent stand in the way of good. Same here... Lets hope the "Good" is good enough this time around....... And maybe at this point in time excellent is out of reach.... BTW for anyone interested, and its 98 pages... but the following link is the 2023 Annual Review by FA including financials. [pages 11 to 17] As an aside the pie chart on page 17, showing the investment in our national teams I found interesting. Enjoy if into these reports, https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/sites/ffa/files/2023-11/20484_FA_Annual%20Review_2023_Final_Low%20Res_Interactive_compressed_0.pdf Almost double the spend on the senior Men's side vs the Women. Girls are doing better with half the cash. On this part I have a feeling part of the expenditure would have been a result that we attended a world cup of foreign shores during the 22/23 financial year. I don't know if wages count in that pie chart. It's possible with the WWC being in 23/24 next year will be in the Matilda's favour or close. That said haven't seen previous years so unsure.
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+x+x+x+x+xLooks like they are still pursuing a spot for 2025. Melbourne Knights official club statement re NST.https://www.melbourneknights.com.au/news/club-statement-on-the-announcement-of-the-national-second-tier-competition/The Melbourne Knights Football Club welcomes Football Australia’s announcement this week of a National Second Tier, slated to begin in early 2025. As one of the handful of clubs that has for years been championing the need for the establishment of a National Second Division, we have been instrumental in the discussion to date and believe we still have an important part to play in a National Second Tier in Australia. Less than two months ago the footballing public were able to witness what a National Second Tier would look like at Knights Stadium, as the club was able to reignite the interest of its fanbase as over 5,000 turned out for our historic Australia Cup fixture against the Brisbane Roar. The match highlighted the strengths of our club and what our brand of football would be able to bring to a national competition. Competing in a National Second Tier is an important long-term goal of the club and although our desire to return to the national stage is high, at this point in time, we do not believe it to be in the club’s best interest. During the RFP (Request for Proposal) phase, the club identified a number of key elements it found to be of concern, which was the main driver for the club electing not to formally complete the RFP. We will continue to engage with Football Australia over the coming months to work through these concerns, and we remain hopeful of a positive outcome not only for our club, but football in Australia, through our inclusion to the National Second Tier in 2025. To me, seems to be following that great Australian Football tradition of letting excellent stand in the way of good. Same here... Lets hope the "Good" is good enough this time around....... And maybe at this point in time excellent is out of reach.... BTW for anyone interested, and its 98 pages... but the following link is the 2023 Annual Review by FA including financials. [pages 11 to 17] As an aside the pie chart on page 17, showing the investment in our national teams I found interesting. Enjoy if into these reports, https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/sites/ffa/files/2023-11/20484_FA_Annual%20Review_2023_Final_Low%20Res_Interactive_compressed_0.pdf Almost double the spend on the senior Men's side vs the Women. Girls are doing better with half the cash. The gap is closing though mate and as others mention the men travelled a fair bit more this year.....
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+x+x+x+xLooks like they are still pursuing a spot for 2025. Melbourne Knights official club statement re NST.https://www.melbourneknights.com.au/news/club-statement-on-the-announcement-of-the-national-second-tier-competition/The Melbourne Knights Football Club welcomes Football Australia’s announcement this week of a National Second Tier, slated to begin in early 2025. As one of the handful of clubs that has for years been championing the need for the establishment of a National Second Division, we have been instrumental in the discussion to date and believe we still have an important part to play in a National Second Tier in Australia. Less than two months ago the footballing public were able to witness what a National Second Tier would look like at Knights Stadium, as the club was able to reignite the interest of its fanbase as over 5,000 turned out for our historic Australia Cup fixture against the Brisbane Roar. The match highlighted the strengths of our club and what our brand of football would be able to bring to a national competition. Competing in a National Second Tier is an important long-term goal of the club and although our desire to return to the national stage is high, at this point in time, we do not believe it to be in the club’s best interest. During the RFP (Request for Proposal) phase, the club identified a number of key elements it found to be of concern, which was the main driver for the club electing not to formally complete the RFP. We will continue to engage with Football Australia over the coming months to work through these concerns, and we remain hopeful of a positive outcome not only for our club, but football in Australia, through our inclusion to the National Second Tier in 2025. To me, seems to be following that great Australian Football tradition of letting excellent stand in the way of good. Same here... Lets hope the "Good" is good enough this time around....... And maybe at this point in time excellent is out of reach.... BTW for anyone interested, and its 98 pages... but the following link is the 2023 Annual Review by FA including financials. [pages 11 to 17] As an aside the pie chart on page 17, showing the investment in our national teams I found interesting. Enjoy if into these reports, https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/sites/ffa/files/2023-11/20484_FA_Annual%20Review_2023_Final_Low%20Res_Interactive_compressed_0.pdf Brilliant read Midd, a belated "thanks for posting" from me Excellent is NOT out of reach btw.... it seems we are building towards it , have faith :)
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https://www.hufc.com.au/nst-update/As a Foundation Member of the National Soccer League since 1977, Heidelberg United Football Club (HUFC) has consistently advocated for a robust and inclusive National Competition. We enthusiastically welcome Football Australia’s recent announcement of a 2nd Tier Competition scheduled to commence in 2025. In addition, we extend heartfelt congratulations to the eight selected clubs for their inclusion in this exciting venture.From the inception of discussions surrounding the establishment of a National 2nd Tier competition, HUFC has played a pivotal role. Alongside a group of like-minded clubs, we facilitated collaboration among key stakeholders to define the parameters of such a competition.While we initially submitted an expression of interest, along with 28 other clubs, with the intention of finalising our Request for Proposal (RFP), concerns arose during this phase. Specifically, we identified issues with some of the participation requirements that remain unaddressed. Consequently, the Club had made the decision not to proceed with finalising our RFP at this point in time.We welcome the ongoing discussions with Football Australia and sincerely hope that our concerns and those of a few other clubs are considered in the coming months. We maintain a strong belief that Heidelberg United Football Club deserves a place in a National 2nd Tier Competition, and we are committed to working collaboratively towards a positive outcome for our inclusion always considering the financial viability of the Club as a priority.
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+xhttps://www.hufc.com.au/nst-update/As a Foundation Member of the National Soccer League since 1977, Heidelberg United Football Club (HUFC) has consistently advocated for a robust and inclusive National Competition. We enthusiastically welcome Football Australia’s recent announcement of a 2nd Tier Competition scheduled to commence in 2025. In addition, we extend heartfelt congratulations to the eight selected clubs for their inclusion in this exciting venture.From the inception of discussions surrounding the establishment of a National 2nd Tier competition, HUFC has played a pivotal role. Alongside a group of like-minded clubs, we facilitated collaboration among key stakeholders to define the parameters of such a competition.While we initially submitted an expression of interest, along with 28 other clubs, with the intention of finalising our Request for Proposal (RFP), concerns arose during this phase. Specifically, we identified issues with some of the participation requirements that remain unaddressed. Consequently, the Club had made the decision not to proceed with finalising our RFP at this point in time.We welcome the ongoing discussions with Football Australia and sincerely hope that our concerns and those of a few other clubs are considered in the coming months. We maintain a strong belief that Heidelberg United Football Club deserves a place in a National 2nd Tier Competition, and we are committed to working collaboratively towards a positive outcome for our inclusion always considering the financial viability of the Club as a priority. Lets hope JJ can persuade both Bergers and Knights board..... I know they both want Summer but its not happening....
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+x+xhttps://www.hufc.com.au/nst-update/As a Foundation Member of the National Soccer League since 1977, Heidelberg United Football Club (HUFC) has consistently advocated for a robust and inclusive National Competition. We enthusiastically welcome Football Australia’s recent announcement of a 2nd Tier Competition scheduled to commence in 2025. In addition, we extend heartfelt congratulations to the eight selected clubs for their inclusion in this exciting venture.From the inception of discussions surrounding the establishment of a National 2nd Tier competition, HUFC has played a pivotal role. Alongside a group of like-minded clubs, we facilitated collaboration among key stakeholders to define the parameters of such a competition.While we initially submitted an expression of interest, along with 28 other clubs, with the intention of finalising our Request for Proposal (RFP), concerns arose during this phase. Specifically, we identified issues with some of the participation requirements that remain unaddressed. Consequently, the Club had made the decision not to proceed with finalising our RFP at this point in time.We welcome the ongoing discussions with Football Australia and sincerely hope that our concerns and those of a few other clubs are considered in the coming months. We maintain a strong belief that Heidelberg United Football Club deserves a place in a National 2nd Tier Competition, and we are committed to working collaboratively towards a positive outcome for our inclusion always considering the financial viability of the Club as a priority. Lets hope JJ can persuade both Bergers and Knights board..... I know they both want Summer but its not happening.... What's their reasoning for this? I would have thought aligning with the NPLs and below would be much more desirable than being aligned with the A-League.
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+x+x+xhttps://www.hufc.com.au/nst-update/As a Foundation Member of the National Soccer League since 1977, Heidelberg United Football Club (HUFC) has consistently advocated for a robust and inclusive National Competition. We enthusiastically welcome Football Australia’s recent announcement of a 2nd Tier Competition scheduled to commence in 2025. In addition, we extend heartfelt congratulations to the eight selected clubs for their inclusion in this exciting venture.From the inception of discussions surrounding the establishment of a National 2nd Tier competition, HUFC has played a pivotal role. Alongside a group of like-minded clubs, we facilitated collaboration among key stakeholders to define the parameters of such a competition.While we initially submitted an expression of interest, along with 28 other clubs, with the intention of finalising our Request for Proposal (RFP), concerns arose during this phase. Specifically, we identified issues with some of the participation requirements that remain unaddressed. Consequently, the Club had made the decision not to proceed with finalising our RFP at this point in time.We welcome the ongoing discussions with Football Australia and sincerely hope that our concerns and those of a few other clubs are considered in the coming months. We maintain a strong belief that Heidelberg United Football Club deserves a place in a National 2nd Tier Competition, and we are committed to working collaboratively towards a positive outcome for our inclusion always considering the financial viability of the Club as a priority. Lets hope JJ can persuade both Bergers and Knights board..... I know they both want Summer but its not happening.... What's their reasoning for this? I would have thought aligning with the NPLs and below would be much more desirable than being aligned with the A-League. Knights just had to find something to whinge about
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+x+x+x+x+x+xLooks like they are still pursuing a spot for 2025. Melbourne Knights official club statement re NST.https://www.melbourneknights.com.au/news/club-statement-on-the-announcement-of-the-national-second-tier-competition/The Melbourne Knights Football Club welcomes Football Australia’s announcement this week of a National Second Tier, slated to begin in early 2025. As one of the handful of clubs that has for years been championing the need for the establishment of a National Second Division, we have been instrumental in the discussion to date and believe we still have an important part to play in a National Second Tier in Australia. Less than two months ago the footballing public were able to witness what a National Second Tier would look like at Knights Stadium, as the club was able to reignite the interest of its fanbase as over 5,000 turned out for our historic Australia Cup fixture against the Brisbane Roar. The match highlighted the strengths of our club and what our brand of football would be able to bring to a national competition. Competing in a National Second Tier is an important long-term goal of the club and although our desire to return to the national stage is high, at this point in time, we do not believe it to be in the club’s best interest. During the RFP (Request for Proposal) phase, the club identified a number of key elements it found to be of concern, which was the main driver for the club electing not to formally complete the RFP. We will continue to engage with Football Australia over the coming months to work through these concerns, and we remain hopeful of a positive outcome not only for our club, but football in Australia, through our inclusion to the National Second Tier in 2025. To me, seems to be following that great Australian Football tradition of letting excellent stand in the way of good. Same here... Lets hope the "Good" is good enough this time around....... And maybe at this point in time excellent is out of reach.... BTW for anyone interested, and its 98 pages... but the following link is the 2023 Annual Review by FA including financials. [pages 11 to 17] As an aside the pie chart on page 17, showing the investment in our national teams I found interesting. Enjoy if into these reports, https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/sites/ffa/files/2023-11/20484_FA_Annual%20Review_2023_Final_Low%20Res_Interactive_compressed_0.pdf Almost double the spend on the senior Men's side vs the Women. Girls are doing better with half the cash. Similarly it wouldn’t take a lot of cash to have the Australian men’s team on top of world netball. It’s the relative spend. Well yes. It was tongue in cheek to rile up the usual suspects. Thought Rusty would be first cab off the rank. Even so it's pretty clear that money helps and if they increased the spend to what the blokes get maybe they'd be even better.
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Maybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out.
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+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns
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+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next'
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+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Seems that way, especially for extra Victorian clubs I think working on the Queensland clubs and whatever it is that is causing their issues will be the focus. If 2 come through, FA will settle for that. If 3 then maybe Knights
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+x+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Seems that way, especially for extra Victorian clubs I think working on the Queensland clubs and whatever it is that is causing their issues will be the focus. If 2 come through, FA will settle for that. If 3 then maybe Knights yes, there will be clubs from SA, Queensland and West Aus doing what they can to get in, so any demands by Vic or NSW clubs now are not going to cause much concern at HQ
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+x+x+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Seems that way, especially for extra Victorian clubs I think working on the Queensland clubs and whatever it is that is causing their issues will be the focus. If 2 come through, FA will settle for that. If 3 then maybe Knights yes, there will be clubs from SA, Queensland and West Aus doing what they can to get in, so any demands by Vic or NSW clubs now are not going to cause much concern at HQ No WA clubs even attempted to start the RFP stage Also, according to Galatas (AAFC chair) there's no sign of anything out of South Australia. I wonder if Canberra Croatia might go further if the APL franchise falls over. APL are under more time pressure to get a 2nd license up for 2024 And South Hobart, I thought, were fairly solid to apply. Be interesting to know why not. Their Chair remarked on GlobalGame how the whole RFP took ages to even start to get info from FA
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+x+x+x+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Seems that way, especially for extra Victorian clubs I think working on the Queensland clubs and whatever it is that is causing their issues will be the focus. If 2 come through, FA will settle for that. If 3 then maybe Knights yes, there will be clubs from SA, Queensland and West Aus doing what they can to get in, so any demands by Vic or NSW clubs now are not going to cause much concern at HQ No WA clubs even attempted to start the RFP stage Also, according to Galatas (AAFC chair) there's no sign of anything out of South Australia. I wonder if Canberra Croatia might go further if the APL franchise falls over. APL are under more time pressure to get a 2nd license up for 2024 And South Hobart, I thought, were fairly solid to apply. Be interesting to know why not. Their Chair remarked on GlobalGame how the whole RFP took ages to even start to get info from FA TBh I didn't know about WA, I only wrote that cause I thought someone would whinge if they were left out lol
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+x26 started the RFP  FYI - those who passed the EOI
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+x+x+x+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Seems that way, especially for extra Victorian clubs I think working on the Queensland clubs and whatever it is that is causing their issues will be the focus. If 2 come through, FA will settle for that. If 3 then maybe Knights yes, there will be clubs from SA, Queensland and West Aus doing what they can to get in, so any demands by Vic or NSW clubs now are not going to cause much concern at HQ And South Hobart, I thought, were fairly solid to apply. Be interesting to know why not. Their Chair remarked on GlobalGame how the whole RFP took ages to even start to get info from FA Not enough cash by the looks, arguing economic benefits of subsidies “we are continuing to develop and refine our bid, supported by key stakeholders including the State Government” https://www.southhobartfc.com/news-1/update-on-bid-for-the-nst
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+x+x+x+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Seems that way, especially for extra Victorian clubs I think working on the Queensland clubs and whatever it is that is causing their issues will be the focus. If 2 come through, FA will settle for that. If 3 then maybe Knights yes, there will be clubs from SA, Queensland and West Aus doing what they can to get in, so any demands by Vic or NSW clubs now are not going to cause much concern at HQ No WA clubs even attempted to start the RFP stage Also, according to Galatas (AAFC chair) there's no sign of anything out of South Australia. I wonder if Canberra Croatia might go further if the APL franchise falls over. APL are under more time pressure to get a 2nd license up for 2024 And South Hobart, I thought, were fairly solid to apply. Be interesting to know why not. Their Chair remarked on GlobalGame how the whole RFP took ages to even start to get info from FA https://www.southhobartfc.com/news-1/update-on-bid-for-the-nstSoth Hobart appear to still be keen...
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+x+x+x+x+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Seems that way, especially for extra Victorian clubs I think working on the Queensland clubs and whatever it is that is causing their issues will be the focus. If 2 come through, FA will settle for that. If 3 then maybe Knights yes, there will be clubs from SA, Queensland and West Aus doing what they can to get in, so any demands by Vic or NSW clubs now are not going to cause much concern at HQ And South Hobart, I thought, were fairly solid to apply. Be interesting to know why not. Their Chair remarked on GlobalGame how the whole RFP took ages to even start to get info from FA Not enough cash by the looks, arguing economic benefits of subsidies “we are continuing to develop and refine our bid, supported by key stakeholders including the State Government” https://www.southhobartfc.com/news-1/update-on-bid-for-the-nst Shit sorry for the double post....
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+x+x+xhttps://www.hufc.com.au/nst-update/As a Foundation Member of the National Soccer League since 1977, Heidelberg United Football Club (HUFC) has consistently advocated for a robust and inclusive National Competition. We enthusiastically welcome Football Australia’s recent announcement of a 2nd Tier Competition scheduled to commence in 2025. In addition, we extend heartfelt congratulations to the eight selected clubs for their inclusion in this exciting venture.From the inception of discussions surrounding the establishment of a National 2nd Tier competition, HUFC has played a pivotal role. Alongside a group of like-minded clubs, we facilitated collaboration among key stakeholders to define the parameters of such a competition.While we initially submitted an expression of interest, along with 28 other clubs, with the intention of finalising our Request for Proposal (RFP), concerns arose during this phase. Specifically, we identified issues with some of the participation requirements that remain unaddressed. Consequently, the Club had made the decision not to proceed with finalising our RFP at this point in time.We welcome the ongoing discussions with Football Australia and sincerely hope that our concerns and those of a few other clubs are considered in the coming months. We maintain a strong belief that Heidelberg United Football Club deserves a place in a National 2nd Tier Competition, and we are committed to working collaboratively towards a positive outcome for our inclusion always considering the financial viability of the Club as a priority. Lets hope JJ can persuade both Bergers and Knights board..... I know they both want Summer but its not happening.... What's their reasoning for this? I would have thought aligning with the NPLs and below would be much more desirable than being aligned with the A-League. ???? Maybe they feel that playing in Summer would be the ONLY chance they have of drawing a crowd and making this profitable for their club and supporters. Or they have an issue with FA not being clear on what happens if this goes tits up and being let back into the NPL State level again. Dont forget last time the national league folded South and Knights were left without a competition to play in for nearly 2 seasons... Dont know about Knights financials but it damn nearly bankrupted us.... Real tin rattling Save our South stuff back then ...Once bitten twice shy, I dont blame them for being overly cautious.....
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+x+x+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Seems that way, especially for extra Victorian clubs I think working on the Queensland clubs and whatever it is that is causing their issues will be the focus. If 2 come through, FA will settle for that. If 3 then maybe Knights yes, there will be clubs from SA, Queensland and West Aus doing what they can to get in, so any demands by Vic or NSW clubs now are not going to cause much concern at HQ Don't know about that, in the presser JJ smirked when Teo mentioned 2025 would be the first season since 1961 South would be in a league without either Bergers or Knights and how important local derbys are to this new comp..... I reackon they will do their best to get them in. At least one of them....
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+x+x+xMaybe a new process for clubs to go through makes it easier for new entities to be included. That would put some pressure on the standouts to toe the line or miss out. Clubs didn't apply and get rejected, they decided to not apply. The common theme has been the lack of detail/info supplied and the consequent risk for the clubs I'd say it's going to be FA that needs to sharpen it's pencil and maybe it'll be enough to get over their risk concerns I like Heidelberg but I doubt anyone could give two farks if they apply or not It would be a case of shrug your shoulders and go 'next' Im being told alot of their members think this is some sort of ploy by FA, the old FFA, the APL and the Lizard people to kill off the old effnik clubs for good..... :P
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+x+x+x+xhttps://www.hufc.com.au/nst-update/As a Foundation Member of the National Soccer League since 1977, Heidelberg United Football Club (HUFC) has consistently advocated for a robust and inclusive National Competition. We enthusiastically welcome Football Australia’s recent announcement of a 2nd Tier Competition scheduled to commence in 2025. In addition, we extend heartfelt congratulations to the eight selected clubs for their inclusion in this exciting venture.From the inception of discussions surrounding the establishment of a National 2nd Tier competition, HUFC has played a pivotal role. Alongside a group of like-minded clubs, we facilitated collaboration among key stakeholders to define the parameters of such a competition.While we initially submitted an expression of interest, along with 28 other clubs, with the intention of finalising our Request for Proposal (RFP), concerns arose during this phase. Specifically, we identified issues with some of the participation requirements that remain unaddressed. Consequently, the Club had made the decision not to proceed with finalising our RFP at this point in time.We welcome the ongoing discussions with Football Australia and sincerely hope that our concerns and those of a few other clubs are considered in the coming months. We maintain a strong belief that Heidelberg United Football Club deserves a place in a National 2nd Tier Competition, and we are committed to working collaboratively towards a positive outcome for our inclusion always considering the financial viability of the Club as a priority. Lets hope JJ can persuade both Bergers and Knights board..... I know they both want Summer but its not happening.... What's their reasoning for this? I would have thought aligning with the NPLs and below would be much more desirable than being aligned with the A-League. ???? Maybe they feel that playing in Summer would be the ONLY chance they have of drawing a crowd and making this profitable for their club and supporters. Or they have an issue with FA not being clear on what happens if this goes tits up and being let back into the NPL State level again. Dont forget last time the national league folded South and Knights were left without a competition to play in for nearly 2 seasons... Dont know about Knights financials but it damn nearly bankrupted us.... Real tin rattling Save our South stuff back then ...Once bitten twice shy, I dont blame them for being overly cautious..... I think - or a hunch of the VicPL MK Bergers for eg is the state of play in Vic after all the years we've been in the dark. I'm so impressed Prestons from PL2 have got their act together for sometime whereas the 2 mentioned are no where near that and have been in the doldrums/ordinary for years unless I'm wrong MSC. Probably management - just 2 of 7 (SMH/Prestons) in the RFP are viable so to speak. Whereas NSW could have had more but can't make the finish line due to who knows what for eg Rockdale is a well run Club and ground. Sutho/Sharks bid, like wtf, have their own ground, huge catchment - did the Gong bid influence not taking them on ? how did they not meet the criteria ? who knows. The mention of Canbra, I mentioned before the smart move would be down there gaining support for Canbra croatia. Growing a known NPL for NST makes far more sense and more affordable. Whatever the APL have planned for down there I tell you my hunch now, after the honeymoon period and the first season or so it will flop. Youth is pretty damn good down there (been there a number of times YL for the lad) and aligning with a NPL Club in NST ticks the boxs heaps more than the other league but thats my opinion.
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