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So there I am on Friday afternoon and I don’t know if I can be bothered going to the footy. After all, it’s a hassle getting to the Dome that early and it’s only delayed by an hour on tv. But (Shane) Richo was keen and I mustered my enthusiasm. The traffic was ridiculous because [...]

What an absolute nightmare! Never have I seen a game that made me so lost, angry, upset… I’m struggling to find the words to describe it… Andrew Demetriou, Kevin Bartlett and their respective departments within the AFL have ruined our once loved game! If you haven’t read my letter to the AFL in a previous [...]

I write in regard to your letter detailing the interpretation changes we have made to the game in recent years, and particularly the hands in the back Laws of our Game. The AFL has looked closely at the Laws of the Game for several years and the overwhelming feedback from our supporters has been to [...]

The problem with the current rule is that it is nearly impoessible for an umpire to interpret the difference between a push in the back and someone trying to stand their ground and hold the player in front at bay. To say that the player in the rear can use his forearm is ridiculous, all [...]

Our game is almost in state of disrepair. Our rules are without question the worst of any sport going around in the world. I am a proud and paid up RFC member however I thank god that Melbourne Victory and Storm have emerged because I get no satisfaction watching the poor excuse that has become [...]