Rules & Positions

Learn the fundamental rules, positions, and scoring system of Australian rules football. Perfect for new fans and players.

AFL 50-Meter Penalty: Rules and Scenarios
Rules & Positions

AFL 50-Meter Penalty: Rules and Scenarios

AFL 50-Meter Penalty: Rules and Scenarios The 50-meter penalty is one of those AFL rules that can leave even seasoned fans scratching their…

Jun 27, 2025
AFL Holding the Ball Rule Explained
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AFL Holding the Ball Rule Explained

AFL Holding the Ball Rule Explained Look, I'll be straight with you—the holding the ball rule in AFL is probably the most argued-about, misu…

Jun 23, 2025
AFL Salary Cap Rules: How It Works
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AFL Salary Cap Rules: How It Works

AFL Salary Cap Rules: How It Works If you’ve ever wondered how the AFL keeps its competition fair while still allowing clubs like Collingwoo…

Jun 16, 2025
AFL Field Dimensions and Markings Explained
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AFL Field Dimensions and Markings Explained

AFL Field Dimensions and Markings Explained For the uninitiated, an Australian rules football oval can appear as a vast, open expanse of gra…

May 7, 2025
Introduction: The Great Tie Debate
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Introduction: The Great Tie Debate

Alright, settle in, footy fans. Let’s have a yarn. We all love the chaos of a wet-weather slog, the roar of a last-second goal, and the shee…

May 3, 2025