IT'S going to be a whole new ballgame for back-to-back premiers MG-YCW in 2024, with its all-conquering A grade gutted by departures.

Premiership coach Adam Boldiston says he has only been able to retain his defensive unit, meaning this season will be the first in a rebuilding program which may take more than just one year.

“It was just one of those things – players left for studies, careers...