The announcement was made following the league’s annual general meeting.
Held on Wednesday, December 7, the change was voted on by clubs, with a top six finals series held over four weeks preferred to last season’s top eight format.
Among a number of items discussed at the meeting, league operations manager Julian Perta said the the top six format made sense for the 14-team competition.
“It was apparent that the clubs also felt that it was a good option for next season,” Perta said.
“The top eight definitely had its benefits this season, but for the equality of the competition, a top six would work best.”
Alongside the finals announcement it was confirmed league president Fraser Kerrins would continue in his role.
Joining Kerrins on the executive committee will be new members Peter Cordy (Undera) and Kylie Merigan (Tallygaroopna), while senior vice-president of football Lauren Donnellan, senior vice-president of netball Simone Cordy, junior vice-president Deb Hosie and executive member Jo Backway will continue in their roles.
Recording a profit for the 2022 season of $41,607, Kerrins said the board was happy with how the season progressed.
“It was a great result financially and we will look to build on this for all our member clubs next season,” Kerrins said.
“It was really great to have a full season completed for the first time in three years and I am excited for the introduction of the under-14s competition next year in what will allow our clubs to establish pathways for junior players to progress through the KDL.”
The league will release its 2023 fixture on December 15.
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