Recent content by The Man In Black

I would suggest trying to create the test like @JamesL has said by using measuring tape or 5m string, we are lucky near us that we can use a local sports facility which has an 8 lane 100m track. So we just measure 12.5m out from each start/finish line, place some cones out to mark 75m, then walk...

I've heard the existing L3 test 15/22 will become the new L4 test. Then there is also the timed gated sprints to consider.

I agree the L4 is easy but I prepared for it, by doing at least 8 mock tests beforehand. Then after I completed it in June on the warm summer's day and it was a hot one (30 C by 9am) - I then started to help the Counties 5-4's by running these tests again at a local athletics track in...

I've heard that the L4 Test will become the existing L3 test from next season, but don't shoot the messenger.....

I'd suggest you practice the L3 fitness test beforehands as I think that will be the first item on the agenda. Good luck!!!

So essentially, the FA have overruled the statistics to fit their agendas? I wouldn't be happy if I finished above said candidates for them then to be promoted based on being lower on observation marks.

134 in our pool matey.

Well I know one who finished 9th in the observer table in his pool and didn't get automatic OR invited to the selection day. Can you guess which demographic/s he fits into?

Or, the FA can use this to promote who they want regardless of where they lie in the tables.... 👀👀👀

Apparently no "Longevity"

Promotion emails are out, good luck if you have received one.

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Only 204 Flynny lad, I'd have you down for at least 300 games.... 👀 👀