"It is a good initiative. We will consider it as we pursue our development agenda for the future," Mamelodi said.When unveiled as the new coach of Gaborone United earlier this week, Major David Bright said one of his objectives is to create a reserve side at the team. He said youngsters who have just been promoted to the first team as well as injury returnees would use the setup to gain match fitness.
Mamelodi concurred with Bright saying it was essential for young players coming through development ranks and players returning from injury to first compete in a slightly less competitive league to prepare for first team action.He said that they would consider correct modalities to implement the reserve league so that it does not become too taxing on Premier League clubs that are already struggling financially. The reserve league is popular in many developed leagues.It is often used to give fringe first team players an opportunity to stay match-fit. He cited the South African model where the league is played in different regions, thus reducing travel costs for clubs.
