It was 9 February last year and couldn't imagine it will be any earlier this year considering all grades aren't commencing until 22 April. Add to that the rapid expansion of women's teams which just adds to the complexity of the whole fixture matrix.
Besides kilburns signing spree, what are the other major gains or losses in the division?
Very quiet havent heard a lot of pick ups just clubs losing a lot of players
Looking from the outside Gepps and Kilburn look the two to beat
But its still silly season and as we all know things change quickly and some signings never put the guernsey on
interesting year ahead i think will be a very even comp
Not having visibility over clearances certainly adds to the intrigue. Think this division will be far tighter than people realise - have heard of some good names landing at most clubs.. i'd think each D5 club would be quietly optimistic heading into the season.
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The Bedge wrote:Not having visibility over clearances certainly adds to the intrigue. Think this division will be far tighter than people realise - have heard of some good names landing at most clubs.. i'd think each D5 club would be quietly optimistic heading into the season.
Just cant see it being that lopsided - Pulteney and Woodville South coming down have from all reports recruited well, Trinity were a good unit last year and West Croydon coming up appear to have build a squad ready for D5 from what I've heard.
Colonel Light Gardens haven't been far off the mark the past couple of years, Eastern Park are always tough at home - despite losing a few key players seem to have found some suitable replacements.
No idea about Elizabeth or Blackfriars, they may well be off the pace.
I do agree however, Chics in their centenary season to lead the way - even if some of their players are getting on, they're experienced and know what it takes to climb the mountain to the top.
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Oldboy1 wrote:Any truth to the rumours that Elizabeths A grade coach and multiple players have left? Have been caught getting paid under the table?
Someone has fed you some garbage information there. Absolutely not true.
Are you sure?
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Wee-man wrote:
Oldboy1 wrote:Any truth to the rumours that Elizabeths A grade coach and multiple players have left? Have been caught getting paid under the table?
Someone has fed you some garbage information there. Absolutely not true.
Are you sure?
About the payments? 100% not true, but yes lost a lot of players that’s for sure. They have been lucky not to pay over the last few years but that bubble finally burst. Other clubs have swooped in and offered decent cash and guys have taken it. Every one left on good terms and no doubt will return to the club one day.
Wee-man wrote:About the payments? 100% not true, but yes lost a lot of players that’s for sure. They have been lucky not to pay over the last few years but that bubble finally burst. Other clubs have swooped in and offered decent cash and guys have taken it. Every one left on good terms and no doubt will return to the club one day.
Oh nah haha! I was talking about the players - never doubted for a minute about the payments.
Unfortunately everyone goes through the cycle. Good luck this season, hopefully the club are able to replace those who have left and not have too much impact.
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