The game naturally evolves and then the AFL come in to restrict and control the evolution.
It can't be left to be it's own beast.
The difference between insanity and genius is measured only in success.
So let me make sure I'm not misunderstanding. The AFL .......the above reproach governing body of the game we all love......... has decided to muck around with the rules of the game without explaining itself or engaging in any proper consultation? Liar. LIAR!
In fairness, I think there has been consultation with the clubs starting (at least) as far back as draft time last year and then following with a "rules summit" in November. (See quotes/referenced articles below.)
But personally I never think the AFL explains its changes or provides easily obtainable information on a range of matters. Just finding a link to an up-to-date rules booklet, even more how to purchase a hard copy, is difficult. I don't believe the AFL is necessarily being deliberately secretive, but it is certainly not a skilled communicator to its fan base.
"The league surveyed key club officials at a meeting ahead of last month's draft in Adelaide about a number of possible rule changes or alterations, including the protected area."
AFL looking at expanding players' protected area
"The league met AFL coaches and footy @bosses at a rules summit on Tuesday, with a @larger protected zone around the man on the mark and the nature of ruck contests @discussed. The 18 club chiefs urged the league to protect players being hurt in dangerous sling tackles."
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The difference between insanity and genius is measured only in success.
No, it's a reason.
The defense of what the AFL are doing would be that the changes that they make generally make the game better and more enjoyable to watch.
This is what I believe anyway.
The difference between insanity and genius is measured only in success.
Not liking the interpretation of the deliberate out of bounds rule after just one quarter. Both sides have received a dodgy free.
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