The AFL has responded to growing angst from players, coaches, and fans by announcing a mid-season rule change regarding the 'reasonable time' interpretation of the holding-the-ball rule. This change, which will come into effect from Thursday night, aims to end confusion and provide clarity on how the rule is officiated. Umpires boss Stephen McBurney has provided further clarity on the rule, and the AFL has communicated with clubs, offering examples to illustrate the revised interpretation. The AFL has also ordered umpires to tighten the 'reasonable time' they give players to release the ball. More details can be heard on Footy Feed Extra.
The AFL addresses issues around the 'reasonable time' interpretation of holding the ball, after backlash from fans and coaches. https://t.co/5Wq9GY6TRD
The AFL has responded to growing angst from players and coaches by announcing a mid-season rule change that will come into effect from Thursday night > https://t.co/IINhEZ13f7 https://t.co/KN0lDbArDl
The AFL has ordered umpires to tighten the “reasonable time” they give players to release the ball in a bid to end confusion over the holding-the-ball rule. https://t.co/KJXNtfmVve
The AFL wrote to Clubs yesterday following feedback over a few weeks regarding the interpretation of holding the ball and how it is being officiated. Examples were provided to Clubs clarifying one aspect of holding the ball - reasonable time. Read more: https://t.co/epmfDVPXcN https://t.co/smM0UCm10F
Umpires boss Stephen McBurney has provided clarity on the holding the ball rule. Hear more on Footy Feed Extra: https://t.co/ytfjZAAzgw https://t.co/5ZKf9GI5sr