The Basics
The basics of AFL 9s are listed below:
- The field is approximately 100m x 60m (can be extended to 120m).
- Playing time is 4 x 20 minute quarters.
- The field is divided into three zones and there are 3 forwards, 3 centres and 3 backs.
- Players go can anywhere, but must start within their respective zones at the start of the game and after each goal.
- Anybody can score, provided they are in their forward 40m scoring zone.
- When the ball goes out of bounds by either foot or hand, the nearest opponent shall kick the ball in (i.e. no need for boundary umpires).
- A player may not kick for goal from an out of bounds kick in.
- Any player catching a ball directly from the kick of another player, provide the ball has traveled at least 10 metres, shall be awarded a mark.
- Full tackling (above the knees and below the shoulders) applies.
- A player in possession may bounce the ball only once.
- Six points will be awarded for a goal and one for a behind
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