SPL ponders expansion plans ....

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As in many instances in the past, the authorities are too late in acting. Why wait until your product is crumbling and your market value diminishing rapidly before taking action? it's a bit like the old finger in the dam approach or asking your punters what they think about the catering after you've made the changes.

The custodians of our game, and there are many of them, are singularly responsible for the demise of our sport. Their failure to act collectively to address what has been staring all of us punters in the face for years is appalling. Now, with Henry McLeish's "master plan" ready for publication, a wee leak suggests what may be they way forward. No surprises coming then Henry!

We are now the equivalent of Luxembourg domestically. Remove the ridiculous support enjoyed by the OF and we are pitching in at this level. Our facilities are poor, our youth policies tokenistic, wage bills ridiculous and balance sheets frightening. At least clubs such as Jeunesse d'Esch operate within their means and recognise their place. We haven't reached that stage.

Perhaps a change to a 16/18 team league will be more exciting but one thing is for sure, it will not lead to a better product or change our standing. Still, we live in hope!