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I have been asking the question for a few weeks now on who holds the Western Force IP and Brand.. Well last night I finally got the answer and I am not happy with the outcome.. The IP and Brand is still owned by the RA and on a lease to Rugby WA with a right of Purchase.. ( Don't trust RA one bit) I think it is time to move forward and dump the name and brand Western Force.. I think moving towards a Perth included name like eg: Perth Force Name would be better, Until the West is completely stand alone from RA in the semi pro and Pro rugby era the RA will always dictate the terms and we will be at the mercy of the East Coast strong hold .. I am not sure that any player who returns to play IPRC for WA will even get a look in to Wallaby selection.. The RA will use it to rub salt into the wound even more.
I was of the understanding that the Senate Enquiry stated the IP was to be returned to WA .. I did not read that any conditions would be on the return of the IP ..
Please correct me if i am wrong..
Thanks open to hear all your thoughts..
I support IPRC I want Pro Rugby in WA .. But I want t without RA strings