That's not what I'm saying at all. And NZF aren't doing that either. All I'm saying is that for some of the kids who go that's pretty much what it will end up being (an experience).
Ultimately, based on our world ranking, there's absolutely no way we SHOULD be at these tournaments but we are and the reality is that for many of the attendees in 5 years they'll be playing Northern 1 and their participation at this tournament will have achieved nothing for NZF other than provide great memories for them of an awesome trip. I'm not arguing players should miss out because of costs - clearly that's not the way forward. Just pointing out that a lot of money is spent on sending kids to youth tournaments and the majority of it does nothing to assist our senior mens team. I don't like it, but I also wouldn't like every amateur player in the country to pay extra subs either...I guess I'm saying it's maybe not as straight forward as we're making it out