“The collective view of the gamers is obvious: the proposed two-club mannequin doesn’t have their assist,” mentioned WRPA chief government Gareth Lewis.
Lewis says gamers consider it could:
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Cut back skilled enjoying alternatives in Wales, significantly for youthful gamers.
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Shrink the participant pool obtainable for the nationwide crew.
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Threat alienating supporters and damaging the historic tradition and rivalries that outline Welsh rugby.
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Restrict growth pathways and drive expertise to go away Wales.
Dragons final week urged the WRU to rethink its plans, with chairman David Wright declaring “Welsh rugby deserves higher”.
The WRPA has adopted that by encouraging the Union to provide you with one other plan.
“We really feel it will be important at this stage of the session that the energy of feeling amongst gamers is seen to all stakeholders and the broader rugby neighborhood,” mentioned Lewis.
“With continued curiosity from the media and supporters, we need to make sure the gamers’ voice is clearly understood and contributes constructively to the continued discussions about the way forward for our sport.
“Wanting ahead, gamers consider the way forward for Welsh rugby have to be constructed on a mannequin that protects enjoying alternatives, nurtures pathways, preserves identification, and strengthens the sport for generations to return.
“We recognise the WRU’s place that every one choices stay into account till the session with each stakeholder has been accomplished.
“The WRPA will proceed to interact overtly and constructively, working alongside the WRU, golf equipment, and wider rugby neighborhood to assist form a sustainable and profitable future for Welsh rugby.”
