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Country footy slow to accept league HQ’s latest drive for a slicker, quicker game – ABC News

Another pre-season, another significant rule change from football headquarters. This one’s really dividing amateur footy communities.

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Country football players, coaches and club officials say constant AFL rules tinkering is not practical for amateur competitions amid rumblings over the latest change some fear will make life even tougher for umpires.
Key points:

  • Under the new AFL rule, a player on the mark who moves from the spot gives away a 50-metre penalty
  • Officials say amateur footy is “different” and the decongestion measure is not needed
  • The AFL says it’s important to have the same rules at all levels

A new rule prohibiting…

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