Here's a few thoughts. Item 1 is major, the others are probably minor considerations.
1. We will only attract above average players when we have an above average coach, like Bennett.
2. The Wollongong factor may put off some Sydney based players from signing if they have an alternative.
3. The fact we have no serious home ground (or rather 5 different grounds we call home - 6 if you include Mudgee) might lead some to consider we are not fair dinkum.
4. I have heard mention we have the most critical fans. That may put some players off.
If they are a reject and have no alternative they seem happy enough to sign.