Quote Originally Posted by boz-monaut View Post
yeah why is this a disgrace?

shouldn't the club get something for all the time and effort that goes into hosting these games?

how much did it cost you? $5?
agreed about the time and effort, however the same effort goes into each and every weekend fixture throughout the season yet you don't charge admission outside of the top two divisions in the federation. the state cup format was introduced to generate interest in the local game and a chance for clubs from different divisions to challenge themselves against more/less competitive opposition, not necessarily to raise revenue. i can assure you that the $5 admission fee wouldn't have remained in the pockets of many spectators enjoying a day out at the football.