Quote Originally Posted by Oldy View Post
Its a pity you cant handle or accept others valid opinions. But what I stated is true as the day is long. This happens alot in our game in this town. Probably shows that you're one of the deluded fools in this game. Of course the talk about the game and how it runs it is important and in your narrow view the only important thing, but to state how many people see and approach the game here is also important to get the big picture. And more importantly accepting the elephant in the room. Ok back to your throne.
But what you said is objectively false...we have had professional l players come through our NPL.

There are future Socceroos playing in youth NPL, not in academy set ups (across the country) right now...noting again, the median age that the Qatar Socceroos entered professional club academies is 15.2...

But also, is a full professional the only mark of success, I don't feel it is.

Would playing more games, at a higher standard improve the chances of achieving "success" (however defined) be a benefit...yes

You have not made a strong case for any claim...but do agree, some parents take it far too seriously though