Rules & Positions

Learn the fundamental rules, scoring, positions, and umpire signals of Australian rules football. Perfect for new fans and junior coaches.

AFLW Rules Differences: A Complete Checklist
Rules & Positions

AFLW Rules Differences: A Complete Checklist

AFLW Rules Differences: A Complete Checklist Alright, footy fans, let’s get something straight right off the bat. If you’ve been watching ru…

Jan 25, 2026
Video Bunker: How Decisions Are Reviewed
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Video Bunker: How Decisions Are Reviewed

Video Bunker: How Decisions Are Reviewed Ever found yourself screaming at the TV, absolutely certain that try was clean—only for the video b…

Jan 14, 2026
Captain’s Challenge: How It Works
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Captain’s Challenge: How It Works

Captain’s Challenge: How It Works In the fast-paced world of Australian rules football, where a split-second decision can determine the outc…

Jan 10, 2026
Time Keeping: Clock Stoppages and Extensions
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Time Keeping: Clock Stoppages and Extensions

Time Keeping: Clock Stoppages and Extensions Ever been at the footy and wondered why the siren seems to take forever? Or why some games seem…

Dec 12, 2025
Aussie Rules Rules & Positions Explained
Rules & Positions

Aussie Rules Rules & Positions Explained

Aussie Rules Rules & Positions Explained Australian Rules football—often simply called "footy"—is a sport unlike any other on the planet. Fo…

Dec 12, 2025