Will the academy soon become a centre of excellence? (3 Viewers)

Walsgrave said:

If it loses its funded (from the Premier League I believe?) The notable example of one such large club in this area, or at least in my mind, is Walsall's youth development set up. Their youth team plays at BCFA and their youth development sides at a secondary school, St Thomas More in Willenhall...

Also does anyone know why the U21's and U18's pitch at the Higgs has not yet been relaid for the new season? Was it left in anticipation of today's decision so that work on this kicking barn could commence quickly?

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Jamieblue7 said:

Just to be clear. There is no such thing as a centre of excellence anymore. That was changed with the introduction of EPPP 4 years ago. It's Cat1-4 from here on in

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Jamieblue7 said:

the overly funny reply.

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Jamieblue7 said:

I laugh at things that are funny. This current situation doesn't rank on my laughter scale.

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