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SRT070

Years ago

NH: Should AFL change grand final rules?

moses. If they had a best of 13 because of a few tied games i think the devote fans would be broke

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Anonymous

Years ago

the one argument i dont like is the why change it when it rarely happens? that seems like a lame excuse, its like why increase security in air ports as terrorist attacks are rare. the point is when it comes to footy is that its a real anti climax and im sure that when the rule was first made they said the same, it will barely happen. in my opinion it would appear that the rule is there to benefit the AFL in the sense of double the cash.

Yes the players were wrecked but did you see the interviews at the end? the players wanted a result they didnt want another week of sleepless nights, you could tell they wanted to fight to the bitter end. they like to be referred to as 'modern day gladiators/warriors' i dont know many that went to war back in the day and if the fight was even to postpone it to next week.

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Years ago

The spectators that were there today should be able to use the same ticket to go back next week without any further charges. They paid to witness a grand final game and see their team win or lose. In view of the fact that the game was a draw, today was not really a grand final day because its next week. Unless off course, they play overtime to determine the outcome on the day.

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Jack Toft

Years ago

Extra time would be the way to go, but the AFL is a business and football is the product. Let's do the sums. 100,000 fans, each spending X at the stadium, staying in hotels, going out for meals, memorabilia etc.
Why play two ten minute quarters for no extra revenue when you can play another game and rake in the cash? I know what those bespectled accountants in beige cardigans would want.

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Statman

Years ago

Sure its an empty feeling at the moment but this rule has been in place for over 100 years. Why chnage it?

AFL has been awesome for so long but these days they are so fast to change rules, just leave the game be and let us enjoy it for what it is, warts and all!

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Anonymous

Years ago

yeh im a firm believer in having a decision made on the day, it just doesnt seem fair on the players or fans. however i do agree with Joshuapending in that i am glad that i have witnessed a draw.

xztatik i note your point regarding the players being wrecked but that should be how it goes i think. its the same in football where after 90 minutes if a winner has not emerged you go into two 15 minute extra times, at the end of the day if the players are wrecked it goes to show that the best team does win in the end because they were fitter and more hungry. thats my opinion though

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Years ago

Need to play extra time on GF day...

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Anonymous

Years ago

What are everyones tips for the under 18 girls bball finale??? West or North Adelaide???

Any predictions for best player?

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