This board's answer to cliff clavin is trying to drag me in deep & this site has already become too much of a distraction.
In terms of expansion the game is at an exciting juncture; The dolphins have been well received & the fact officials are already talking about adding 3 more teams should stop even the doubters denying their success.
The appeal of the dolphins is their strong & familiar brand, existing community & football setup & the club's history & connection to legends like Artie Beetson. This will be the template for future expansion.
As far expanding to new markets that's just a means to an end. The goal is increased revenue through sponsorship, broadcasting & whatever other means. Development of juniors is the other aim.
Locations don't deserve teams, bids do.
I am out for a few months.