The Problem with League

Don't really want to go into tonight. I'm as gutted as the next man. But not shocked.Why?Rugby league isn't changing. It's changed. And I think for the worse.Momentum is now the biggest factor in a game. That and the system which doesn't allow smooth officiating.Scores are blowing out. Sides are scoring in huge clusters. This is not the same league I grew up watching where teams could genuinely tussle and skill proved vital.Momentum now sees the team with it getting away with every ruck subtlety there is. Once the Cows (who did play cleverly) gained the upper hand, they were getting incredibly quick play the balls, holding is down just that little bit longer, and as a result, smashing us in line speed.Yes, yes, I hear you. But only Parra could give up a lead like that! Not really. It's happened a lot this year. Momentum is the killer.This game is a classic example of how league has changed. And for obvious reasons, I'm not sure I like it. I would much rather the tussle return and there be less sway given to the team on top.Empathy to all my brothers on here. Sucks.

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