12-04-2023, 03:25 AM
In the end it probably does come down to a product that appeals to a broad range of spectators.
And the problem is for each of us that's probably different.
Personally I'm not that interested in watching a product that's a poor imitation of the men's game.
I knew the Grand Final was on yesterday but by the time I got around to changing the channel the Lions were already celebrating.
I've tried, and I'll watch bits and pieces of games.
I think the skills have improved.
But it just doesn't work for me at the moment.
It's about as interesting as an Under 18 game as far as I'm concerned.
Watchable, but not for extended periods
So what would get me sitting watching games on a regular basis.
High soring, fast moving, highly skilled, the occasional bit of brilliance or spectacular.
Does that come with time?
...certainly elements like the skill improvement does.
But I tend to agree that the physicality seems to slow play to a greater extent than the men's game.
The problem is though that for many that physical aspect is a positive rather than a negative and finding a balance is a tricky exercise.
And the problem is for each of us that's probably different.
Personally I'm not that interested in watching a product that's a poor imitation of the men's game.
I knew the Grand Final was on yesterday but by the time I got around to changing the channel the Lions were already celebrating.
I've tried, and I'll watch bits and pieces of games.
I think the skills have improved.
But it just doesn't work for me at the moment.
It's about as interesting as an Under 18 game as far as I'm concerned.
Watchable, but not for extended periods
So what would get me sitting watching games on a regular basis.
High soring, fast moving, highly skilled, the occasional bit of brilliance or spectacular.
Does that come with time?
...certainly elements like the skill improvement does.
But I tend to agree that the physicality seems to slow play to a greater extent than the men's game.
The problem is though that for many that physical aspect is a positive rather than a negative and finding a balance is a tricky exercise.