The timing of plans to introduce a players points index system across NSW next season continues to attract plenty of criticism.
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While the majority of Group Nine clubs were supportive of the concept when it was released last week, the 2022 date has a number concerned.
Among the most worried are Kangaroos.
The Wagga club has brought in plenty of new faces as they look to turn themselves into a more competitive force.
President Peter Hurst hopes a soft release of the method will be introduced to allow clubs time to adapt.
"With the information being provided we believe it needs to be transitioned over a period as not to stagnant or lock clubs into their current position," Hurst said.
"It also needs to consider the work done prior to the release of this in regards to recruitment and retention and not discount the work that has been done by club volunteers.
"That's why it needs to be transitioned over a number of years and with lots of questions raised everyone will be better served by having time to work through all the anomalies of the competitions."
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Kangaroos were close to finalising their line up for next season before the surprise announcement.
However as it stands the Wagga club are well over the 100 points set out under the plan.
They would be even further off the mark if coach James Smart was to take to the field after coming to the club from Gundagai for a non-playing role.
Hurst also has issues with the reserve grade component of the system, especially in places like Wagga.
"There is a massive focus on reserve grade (in the system) which is slipping through the net," he said.
"Everyone is so focused on first grade but it is going to have a massive impact on reserve grade.
"Wagga clubs are going to get penalised because it is the largest inland city in NSW and it is always going to gravate young people for lifestyle and work.
"We're going to be a byproduct of that as a footy club and be penalised for that as they will live and work here but if they've had their juniors at another club they are going to be 25 points and could be a reserve grader for the rest of their life."
As such Hurst fears it may be a deterrent for players.
He does believe there is merit in the approach, but hopes more time will allow clubs greater control on its impact.
"I understand the merit of it in fostering juniors, which is what you need to do and is what we've got a big focus on, but with the modelling we've done I think the points system needs to be increased and over a greater period," Hurst said.
"If it comes in soft this year and hard the year after I still think there is a bit to be worked through."
AFL Riverina adopted a similar approach when they brought in their current system.
Group Nine clubs will have an open session this week as they look to clarify how the new system will be implemented for seasons to come.