I get your point Dave, and I think it's vital that clubs get some attention.
But this line here is key:
Let's take away all the 7s talk for a bit (it's just one element of their plan), and look at the substance.
To me, the biggest new aspect of this plan is investment in schools across Australia. Going in and hitting kids from all different backgrounds, some of whom have never even heard of rugby before.
Yes it's only 3 weeks, and some of them will never play the game again. But I am sure it will resonate with some, and get them wanting to play more regularly.
This, to me, only serves to strengthen the foundations of our game.
Now we of course need to ensure clubs are included in this process. But surely the schools program will see a new source of players for clubs, no?
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But this line here is key:
You cant build from the top down - business / sport need foundations.
Let's take away all the 7s talk for a bit (it's just one element of their plan), and look at the substance.
To me, the biggest new aspect of this plan is investment in schools across Australia. Going in and hitting kids from all different backgrounds, some of whom have never even heard of rugby before.
Yes it's only 3 weeks, and some of them will never play the game again. But I am sure it will resonate with some, and get them wanting to play more regularly.
This, to me, only serves to strengthen the foundations of our game.
Now we of course need to ensure clubs are included in this process. But surely the schools program will see a new source of players for clubs, no?
.