They are two different issues,more JDL programs is to build the next generation to be better than the last and provide more opportunities to kids.I agree with the lack of 18s teams,its not good enough especially at that age.After 16s theres on average half the playing group that cant get spots in 18s for the following year.Where do all those players go?Why arent clubs who struggle at that age able to find all these kids who get cut?Are there that many that give the game away or is there a better level for them to play at?Do they go straight into ZPL teams?I dont know but would be interested to know what the difference is between NPL 18s and ZPL level for kids of that age.I still wish 18s would be included back in the seniors program rather than count for juniors,but thats a different conversation.Originally Posted by WOW2.0
