It appears that even after the organisers agreed to widen the teams into one merit league that it will have no real beneficial effect as so many clubs are struggling to put out second teams. Our 2s have had two games called off in four weeks and I think this is going to undermine the future of the merit table. We are on the verge of abandoning this after discussion with our coaches and think its a better idea to partner up with 5 other local clubs who will commit to play each other at least 4 times per season, therefore giving these players at least 20 matches per season, which I believe is the least they should expect. This will reduce travel expenses and in most cases result in more money over the bar, With Bus costs through the roof, train travel to local clubs and developing regular fixtures is In think at the moment the way forward. It is a real shame that our game has come to this, but, clubs that make a big effort to get two teams out by making their club a good place to play should be able to provide their players with fixtures. To all those clubs who keep cancelling away fixtures but expect the opposition to travel later in the season. I suspect you will shortly be thinking the same as us.
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