Originally Posted by
lefting-leftaroo
Nice in theory but probably not practical. Not every player hits their peak at 16-17. I think a 13, 15, 17, 20, Firsts might be a better option. Too many older players hanging around in resi taking up space for 17's aging out. We are getting to a point where there isn't room to keep developing these players and they are quitting. Having experienced your suggestion in cycling at a national level. I can tell you that Australian cycling had the same approach under Charlie Walsh. that approach lead to a talent deficit in the sport. If you want evidence Scott McGory was told he wouldn't make it at the age of 19, Then age of 30 he won a gold medal at the Sydney olympics in the track points race.
should make for some interesting chat anyway..