Oppo Camp Non Geelong football (AFL) discussion 2024, Part 2

[PzBlinky]

What happens if there is some question on who touched it last? Is it reviewed?

The way the AFLW (and I assume the SANFL) interpret this isn't last touch, but last disposal. So a kick up the line that gets punched OOB is still a throw-in, but if that kick just bounces out without anyone getting a touch on it, it's a free kick the other way.

 

[CatToTheFuture]

What happens if there is some question on who touched it last? Is it reviewed?

Umpires call, and to clarify it's only called for a disposal. If it's fumbled OOB it's a throw in. Kicked or handpassed without being touched it's a free against. It's pretty self governing in the SANFL because the outcome is almost always obvious. The players see it happening and start setting up for the call before the whistle even goes.

 

[CatToTheFuture]

Let's hope so. If the reviews are as quick, clear and conclusive as those currently conducted by the ARC, it will be truly compelling viewing.

The rule is so uncontroversial no one even thinks about it let alone asks for a review

 

[CatToTheFuture]

That is why it should apply only between the arcs, as a legitimate attack is the lead into a pocket or flank by Cameron or Stengle, and you don’t want to punish an off pass that bounces over the line without reaching them.

I think that's probably too many rules. Just leave it as the easiest version to adjudicate. If you miss the shot then maybe kick better next time

 

[goyoucatters]

The rule is so uncontroversial no one even thinks about it let alone asks for a review

I agree. Sorry if my sarcasm wasn't obvious enough earlier. I find all the review processes now in place across every sport just about equally objectionable.

'On-field official's call' (good, bad, or indifferent) and move on is totally fine with me.

 

[BlakeyNoFlakey]

It was all very predictable that plenty would be winging about sub after they reinstated it. It was hated last time… then brought back for concussion.. Its now a the numbers creep which I hate but Concussion has changed the game. May as well just have the emg as subs. as the concussion demands now are far more officious and non use will be scrutinised..

As many have said, you just have five on the Bench, so if there's a concussion, you still have four players to rotate. It also takes the pressure off the doctors to confirm or clear a concussion in 20 minutes. They can take their time. The AFL thinks the sub-rule adds intrigue to a game; that's why they're keeping it. But everyone hates it, including the fans. They are so out of touch with reality.