Expansion is great. The more kids that can access facilities and coaching, the better chance more kids fulfil their potential.

The problem for me is competition identity.

What is PYL? Is it a competition for the best in the region to train and play as competitively as they can? Is it a development league for everyone? Is it only for select clubs?

In 5 years time, this feels like it will almost replace community football as we know it, and in doing so, become community football. Do you then need specialised comp for those elite players?

I don’t know what the answer is. As I said, more coaching, more games, more professionalism and opportunities for those who seek it, can’t be a bad thing right.