Players must dispose of the ball quickly when tackled, or risk being ruled as holding the ball, or illegally disposing of the ball, and the tackler being rewarded with a free-kick. Many rules have significant grey-areas, and are open to the interpretation of the umpires, often leading to the ire of the players and the crowd.
If a player does not follow the instructions of the umpires, and ignores the free kick ruling, deliberately delays turning over the ball to hold up play, or verbally lashes out at the umpire, a 50 metres penalty can be awarded and the free-kick advanced 50 metres closer towards the goal of the player who was awarded the free kick.
Despite legions of passionate spectators and a full contact sport which often leads to on-field fracas, spectators are exceedingly well behaved. There is no division of supporters in the stadiums as is commonly seen in other sporting codes, and fights and disruptions rarely occur.
In fact, the banter between supporters is usually well-meaning, and in my own experience, a very funny part of the entire experience. Supporters may choose to become a member of their preferred club, purchasing memberships which entitle them to various packages, usually including entry and seating at games.
Of course, tickets may be purchased on an as-needed basis for non-members. Aussie Rules A guide to Australia's game. AFL Competition. AFL Field. AFL Match Duration. How long does an AFL Game last?
These time-off periods regularly see the quarters last over 30 minutes from start to finish. Players in an AFL Team. What are the different player positions in AFL? AFL Officials. Return to Top. AFL Objectives. AFL Scoring. AFL Plays. Penalties in AFL. AFL Supporters. Current AFL Teams. Melbourne Sports tours. The in-depth details of the sport are apparent to only experienced watchers and players, however, knowing a few basics can help you successfully engage with the locals.
The field is enormous and roughly the size of two regular football fields. Due to the sheer amount of space, each team fields 18 players at a time, with four additional players available on the interchange bench. These extra players can be used tactically to influence certain periods of play, to replace injured players, or to keep the team fresh and rested throughout the match.
Each AFL game consists of four minute periods and the umpire starts each quarter by bouncing the ball in the centre circle. The ball usually doesn't have to be held for very long, especially in a physical marking contest; and yes, anything goes as long as both contestants are going for the ball. The player taking the mark may play on immediately, or go back and kick over the position where he took the mark. A free kick is given against the player in possession of the ball for the following infringements of the rules:.
Following a free kick or mark, a 50 meter penalty is given against a player standing on the mark who:. Create new account Request new password.
United States Australian Football League. You are here Home » Development. Introduction to Australian Football. What is Australian Rules Football?
Where is Aussie Rules Played? Australian Rules Football also "Aussie Rules" or " footy" is a physical contact sport. It is a form of football with roots traceable from early forms of Rugby and Gaelic football, but it is uniquely Australian. Its rules were codified in , and probably predate all other modern forms of football, such as American, Canadian, Rugby Union and League, Association Soccer and Gaelic football.
Today it is a multi-million dollar business, with a National Competition and numerous smaller leagues. Interest in the game is generally at an all time high within and outside Australia, yet despite this, some parts of Australia are still lukewarm in support of their team in the AFL, and the game has yet to take a firm hold overseas.
Australia is divided into 6 states and 2 territories. Although played in the States of Queensland and New South Wales, it runs second string to Rugby League in terms of popularity in those states. Games usually start for the Premiership season in the last weekend of March, and continue through until the end of August.
The match is considered drawn if points are equal. Back to Table of Contents The Field Aussie Rules is played on cricket ovals; thus, there are no standard dimensions for a football field usually called "ground" or "paddock".
The field should be an oval between and meters in length and and meters in width. The Melbourne Cricket Ground is considered an ideal surface; its dimensions are m length by m width. The boundary is marked with a white line drawn a few meters from the stands. Back to Table of Contents The Ball The ball is an oval bladder covered with leather, tanned for day use or colored visible yellow for night matches, and inflated to 69kPa 10 lbs pressure.
It is slightly larger and rounder than the American or Canadian ball, as it was not designed to be thrown. Back to Table of Contents Players and Positions A team consists of 18 players; three interchange players substitutes are allowed on the bench. Free substitutions are allowed at any time during the match, through a "gate" in front of either bench.
Purposes of Player Positions All players should contest the ball when its within their vicinity unless playing to alternative coaching instructions. Other general purposes of player positions according to line are: Full Forward: Attack the goal, Trap the ball in the area Half Forward: Attack the goal, Set up scoring shots, Trap the ball further forward - then hold, Trap the ball in the area Centre Line: Attack the goal, Set up scoring shots, Recover the ball from the backline, Trap the ball further forward - then hold, Trap the ball in the area Half Back: Hold the ball in the area, Attack - clear ball forwards, Recover ball from backline Full back: Hold the ball in the area, Attack - clear ball forwards No padding is worn.
Back to Table of Contents Scoring A ball kicked between the two larger goal posts without being touched is a goal and scores six points. The ball is returned to the center circle for a "ball-up. One thing that can be confusing is the score. You may see something like: North Melbourne Kilda 9. The field umpire starts play by blowing his whistle and bouncing the ball in the center circle so that it rebounds vertically to be contested by the players in the center square.
If ground conditions won't allow the ball to bounce, the umpire simply tosses the ball into the air as if it were a "jump ball. Forgot the password? Select State. Select City. Institute Contact Type Campus Verify.
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The Objective of the Australian Rules Football The two teams with 18 players each compete against each other. Going to the AFL Match Once you have decided the team you will support, you are ready to watch the game. Don't forget to share this post! Become a Member. Please Subscribe to our Newsletter. Log in with Facebook.
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