People deep down love winners. Especially kids.
Dont underestimate how many kids are playing Aussie Rules. The true effects wont be seen for another 10-20 years.
I agree. My 8yr son plays auskick and not NRL. He is a giants fan. Tried to get him to follow the dogs but that was in the middle of Des Ball anD he said he wants to go for a team that wins. Giants were winning and have been for last 4yrs.He gave up on the dogs and joined the giants 4yrs ago
I've been to more AFL games in the last 4 years than NRL mainly to take my son and see him follow his passion like i did when i was young watching the dogs in the 80's / 90's. My passion is the Bullldogs his is the GIANTS.
I live in the riverina which is more or less 50/50 NRL to AFL. AFL is a massive threat to NRL , they provide more activites in schools, provide more clinics for kids. The have a long term plan which they will continue to throw money at. GWS is a prime example. AFL are winning the war ...
I am taking my son this sat to Melb to watch the GF at the MCG. Up the GIANTS !!!!