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Twin Season Vision

Friday and Saturday night games would work better financially for clubs because game supporters have some the opportunity to be sociable. The evinings normal finish time allows those who wish to "hit the town" plenty of time.

I think its important that each participating club has a supporter base close to their region. Therefore restricting games to just two centres will not work.

Individual clubs need to fill their stadium to create an atmosphere for a high standard competition. So comfort, facilities and capacity are issues that need to be addressed e.g. Generally the dome is too large for a normal ABL match but at a minimum, 300 patrons should be able to see an ABL game in relative comfort.
Name players can attracted to a high standard safe "off season" NBL and WNBL comp because -

The need to prove, show or maintain their skill level for national comps etc.

travel is minimised.

Across the board Adelaide as a centre can provide a reasonable level of facilities comparitively cheaply.

To engender a strong and safe and even competition, referees & referee selectors have to play their part by having National level and top local rated refs and officials available at all times.

Thugs should not be tolerated (judiciary system!) nor should teams that are not competitive at the level (ratings system).

ABL players should also be encouraged to have some association with their clubs junior program. If juniors can identify with the clubs best, they are more likely to support the ABL team as spectators. This drives their parents and friends and increases supporter and member base, thus contributing to the revenue base.

Money I here? Clubs shoul be vigilent. Try to concentrate on the less finacial benefits including care and attention. What the club can do to further the career - coaching, contacts etc.

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