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Originally Posted by craneSpotter
I wonder if (when?) these programs will produce a local player for the team (assuming they are around in 5 years).
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Usually developmental tools like this take 10-15 years to develop players on their own as it's better to develop a player starting from a younger age than starting to develop one when they're older. Usually sport development cycles need a decade or so to provide direct export benefit.
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Originally Posted by craneSpotter
I assume all other clubs are doing the same?
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AFAIK Pacific have been the most active with local associations.