Benefits:
- Balanced Competition: Dividing teams by skill level ensures that matches are fairer, making games more enjoyable for all participants.
- Shorter Seasons: With fewer teams per division, the season can be completed faster, leaving room for other events or additional tournaments.
- Motivation for Teams: Ascension and descension provide incentives for teams to improve and strive for better results.
- Structured Entry for New Teams: Placing new teams in the 2nd division gives them a chance to gauge their skill level without overwhelming them.
Suggested Implementation:
Divisional Setup:
- Division 1: Top 8 teams (most skilled).
- Division 2: Middle 8 teams (moderately skilled).
Promotion and Relegation Rules:
- At the end of each season, the top 2 teams from Divisions 2 ascend to the next higher division.
- Similarly, the bottom 2 teams from Divisions 1 descend to the lower division.
Handling New Teams:
- Any new team joining the league starts in Division 2 and works its way up over subsequent seasons.
Season Length and Schedule:
- This keeps the season manageable while allowing plenty of games.