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I think the WACFL should be given some credit for trying some new things.
I agree it wasn't perfect, but giving the opportunity for local supporters to see an interleague clash close to home (Mt Barker, Narrogin, Bunbury, Geraldton etc) was, I think, a great initiative.
Speaking to some of the Avon and GNFL players they commented on how the game they played in Geraldton was very well attended, with a finals like atmosphere.

The function at East Fremantle on the Saturday night was another great idea. The chance to socialise with blokes you only see once or twice a year was great.
It's a pity it wasn't supported by all leagues.

Having the carnival over two separate weekends did make it hard to keep the same team together. Although on the plus side it also gave some players who missed the first fixture another opportunity to represent their respective leagues. It also minimised costs for the competing leagues by only having to stay one or two nights instead of two, three and even four nights at a hotel.

There are definitely a few kinks to iron out, but credit to the WACFL for trying something different.

Will wrote: I think the WACFL should be given some credit for trying some new things.
I agree it wasn't perfect, but giving the opportunity for local supporters to see an interleague clash close to home (Mt Barker, Narrogin, Bunbury, Geraldton etc) was, I think, a great initiative.
Speaking to some of the Avon and GNFL players they commented on how the game they played in Geraldton was very well attended, with a finals like atmosphere.

The function at East Fremantle on the Saturday night was another great idea. The chance to socialise with blokes you only see once or twice a year was great.
It's a pity it wasn't supported by all leagues.

Having the carnival over two separate weekends did make it hard to keep the same team together. Although on the plus side it also gave some players who missed the first fixture another opportunity to represent their respective leagues. It also minimised costs for the competing leagues by only having to stay one or two nights instead of two, three and even four nights at a hotel.

There are definitely a few kinks to iron out, but credit to the WACFL for trying something different.

Not knocking trying something, but for every positive I hear negatives too. Not sure if confirmed but game at Narrogin was poorly attended and battled to cover costs.

Yeah I understand where you are coming from mate.

Hopefully all concerns regarding the format are heard and the WACFL move forward in a way in which the majority of the leagues will be happy.