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OPINION: Why an AFLW game in the USA makes sense

Authored by: Cam Homes
on Saturday, February 01 2020 @ 11:55 am ACDT

Just to add to my previous comment, Canada (Northern Lights) and USA (Freedom) are currently ranked 3rd and 6th respectively on our unofficial World Ranking Scheme and from what I saw at IC17 the standard of an full "International" between these two nations wouldn't be too hard to watch even from an Aussie's point of view.

Are we (AFL in particular) actually only trying to increase the audience size (TV viewer numbers) by holding "promotional" AFL & AFLW matches overseas (eg China, New Zealand & UK) or increasing the numbers actually playing our great game overseas as well.

I wonder if there has been any research done on whether there has been an increase in participation in China since Port Adelaide's foray into China. (I believe Port are sponsors of the South China AFLeague)

I have to agree 100% with Mr Holden that an AFLW match in USA/Canada as suggested is a damned good idea but must include a local "particpation" match and the "whole event" be promoted both here in Aussie and USA/Canada and it must not be just a "one off".

Unfortunately, a solitary country based Aussie Rules Football follower such as I, won't see his opinion make even a ripple in the waters of the world of AFL :-(

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