Remember, PYL and NPL/NL1 are no longer linked. So, its open slather on getting a PYL licence if you can meet the criteria and if NNSW are willing to expand it.
The problem with Dudley getting a youth licence (and there is a strong rumour there will be another from the Hunter Association) is that the PYL will blow out to 25 or 26 teams and NNSWF can't manage 24 effectively with the current format. I reckon they will have to dump the two phase competition. No mid season movement - just three divisions with promotion and relegation. That takes the focus off development and puts it on winning. Not waht NNSW football intended.
Using the example above with Southy... they have a successful youth programme. They don't charge "thousands of dollars" like others. If getting their seniors relgated will have an impact, it will most likely be on the u18s.
The other big issue for clubs wanting to join PYL is the shortage of good qualified coaches. Sure, there are many with a C qualifications, but not all of them can coach well.
Dudley already recruiting. They are actively approaching kids from other PYL clubs.
Anyway, the Kahibah v Dudley match this weekend should be a cracker and with a good charitable cause in the background. Get out there and support it.
