Re: Re: Rumour??
sparkymark75 said:
We're having a similar discussion on the Flyers forum. Despite the arena teams probably being against it, a reduction to 8 imports is probably something that will initially lead to a reduction in spending. Sure, the "big" teams will up all the best Brits for now but over time, surely more and more Brits will come through because of the increased opportunities?
That's my thoughts.
Cardiff have spent half the last month with 8 imports - don't think the quality has suffered.
Brit quality is all important. It isn't like there are young guys in the EPL and ENL looking for a shot.
The quality will be largely be dictated by the imports you sign - you can no longer sign grinders, they will need to be top quality guys that'll improve the Brits around them. Sure, there may be a gold rush initially - but there will be guys who can step into the spots.
Look at Sam, Ben, Piggot, Harding, Batch - young and unproven but with talent in spades. At 8 imports you'd be forced to take a few more risks, and brings these guys on. It's only another 20 guys to find after all.
I'd doubt the overall quality would drop too. Tonight we played with 8 imports - and took the best in the league to the wire.