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SECTION EIGHT
AFL JUNIOR PHILOSOPHY
AND RULES
IN THIS SECTION
Junior Football Match Program Junior Football Match Program
– Auskick - under 8s.........................................177 – under 11s and under 12s ............................ 183
Junior Football Match Program Junior Football Rules
– under 9s and under 10s ............................. 180 – Summary Table............................................... 186AFL JUNIOR PHILOSOPHY AND RULES
• Attempt to involve all players as the opportunities
JUNIOR FOOTBALL arise, particularly when indicating which players
MATCH PROGRAM are to receive a “free kick” upon the ball being kicked
out of bounds and ensuring the effective rotation
of players through the three zones of play.
AUSKICK – UNDER 8s • Enforce the “full possession rule” at all ball-ups
Purpose (see next page).
To provide children with a fun, safe and positive
experience through a well-structured match program
that considers the maturity level of their motor, cognitive,
social and emotional skills.
The emphasis is on the development of fundamental
movement skills (ABCs of athleticism – Agility, Balance,
Coordination and Speed) and basic game specific skills
(kicking, handballing, marking and gathering). The match
program for this age group provides an introduction
of basic roles (forward, centre and back) and tactical
principles of gaining possession, moving forward,
disposal to a teammate.
Spirit of the game
Before the start of play:
• All players, coaches and umpires should gather on
the ground and shake hands.
• Umpires and coaches should ensure that players
are aware of the rules and procedures to be followed
in the conduct of the game.
The spirit of the game is to give all available players
a game of football. Therefore:
• Where difficulty occurs fielding full numbers, both
coaches must agree to even up player numbers.
• Excess players on one team should be given to the
opposition team if they are unable to field the required
numbers.
• Coaches should consider modifying the numbers per
side to ensure all players participate (for instance, if
planning nine-a-side but only 12 players in total are
available: play six-a-side. Or if 30 players are available,
simultaneously play two games of six-a-side, or one
nine-a-side game with one six-a-side game)
Umpires should at all times:
• Endeavour to apply the rules of the game while
preferring to award kicks to players in preference
to calling for “ball-ups”.
• Understand that the spirit of AFL junior match rules
for this age group is to enable all players to gather
possession and that “the player in possession of
the ball should be given every opportunity to kick
or handball”. For this reason, restrictions are placed
upon body contact (refer to Contact/Tackling).
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MATCH PROGRAM Scoring
The ball Only players who are positioned as Forward Zone players
A synthetic size 1 football should be used. may score.
Playing time The possession rule
The playing time should be reduced to what is The ball is possessed by the act of controlling it by
appropriate for the age of the players. catching it, grabbing it, or laying two hands on it when
it is on the ground. Once the ball is possessed, all
AFL Auskick Program – It is recommended that grid other players must back off to the side of the player
games be played for a total of 12-20 minutes with in possession, so that the player may kick or handball
regular breaks when required. uncontested (there is to be no blocking or standing
in the pathway of the player in possession). Decide
AFL Junior Fixture – Maximum of 4 x 10-minute
doubtful cases with ball-ups.
quarters with no time-on.
In relation to all ball-ups, the full possession rule applies
The team
as follows:
Six-a-side means: 2 forwards, 2 centres,
• A player contesting a ball-up may not grab the ball
2 backs + reserves.
and play on.
Nine-a-side means: 3 forwards, 3 centres, • The player must knock, palm or punch the ball to a
3 backs + reserves. teammate or open ground, and may not play the ball
Twelve-a-side means: 4 forwards, 4 centres, again until it has either been touched by another
4 backs + reserves. player or hits the ground.
Interchange may take place at any time, but all players Start of play and restarting after a goal
must play at least three quarters of the match. When all players are inside their own zones, a ball-up
is conducted between two centre players of similar
Rotate players every quarter to provide opportunities
height as nominated by the umpire. The umpire should
in several positions, i.e. players to change from one zone
nominate different pairs of players for subsequent ball-
to another and interchange on to the field.
ups after goals are scored (full possession rule applies).
Equalise the teams and opponents as much as possible
Scrimmage and field ball-ups
(match sizes, abilities).
Where a scrimmage develops, unless awarding of a free
Playing ground and officials kick is possible under the spirit of the game:
The size of the playing field should be no bigger than • The umpire shall stop play, send players back to their
80m x 60m and divided into three equal zones (thirds) zones and nominate two opponents of approximately
identified by markers or lines on the ground. equal size to contest a ball-up.
This field is a maximum size with flexibility needed • The nominated players need not be the tallest nor
depending on the players per team, age and ability level. the nearest.
A field umpire is needed, there are no boundary throw- • Full possession at the ball-up is not permitted
ins (no boundary umpires), but two goal umpires are (full possession rule applies)
required. • Players should be encouraged to pick the ball up
and will be penalised for diving on the ball resulting
Zones
in a free kick to the other team.
Backs must stay in the back zone. Centres must stay
in the centre zone. Forwards must stay in the forward Contact/tackling
zone. Rotate players to provide opportunities in several There is to be absolutely no contact or spoiling
positions (as above). whatsoever, except accidental and light “shoulder
to shoulder” contact while running to and at the ball.
Transition of ball
Players cannot:
When ball is in transition from the back zone to the
• Hold an opponent with their hands.
forward zone, it must be touched by a player in the mid
zone. Failure for this to occur will see a free kick awarded • Steal the ball or knock it out of an opponent’s hands.
to the opposition team at the point at which the ball • Push, bump or barge another player (incidental
entered the end zone. contact only is permitted).
• Smother an opponent’s kick.
• Shepherd.
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Coaches Rules &
The coach is allowed on the ground during play for the Regulations Auskick-U8
sole purpose of providing immediate feedback to players;
they must not pressure, instruct or make comment to Phase Introductory
or about officiating umpires or decisions they make.
The coach must make every effort to stay out of the Players (min-max) 6-12 a side
play and not pressure, instruct or make comment to
the opposition team. Maximum ground 80m x 60m
At the end of the game, all players and coaches should size/use of zones 3 equal zones
gather on the ground and shake hands. The umpire
should also take this opportunity to address the players. Match length
12–20 min total (Auskick)
or 4 x 10 min (U18’s)
Premiership points
The football match program to be offered to players
No scores, ladders or finals permitted.
5-8 years of age must comply with the modified
match program presented in this document, with no Competition No recording of best players and
premiership points, no finals, no ladders, no match details goalkickerspermitted.
No representative teams.
results (scores) and no names of players published.
Skill clinics and participation carnival days may be held.
No representative teams should be selected. No tackle or bump.
There is absolutely no
Contact
contact or spoiling (except
when accidental in nature).
The ball Synthetic size 1
1 field, 2 goal umpires
Umpiring
Parents/coaches
Coaching position On-field
Bounces 1 bounce
A mark is awarded, irrespective of
the distance the ball has travelled,
Marking
to any player who catches it or makes
a reasonable attempt to mark it.
From a kick, a free is awarded against
the player who last kicked the ball.
Out of bounds From hands, or if there is doubt,
the umpire shall call a ball-up 10m
in from the boundary.
Kick off Not permitted unless accidental.
the ground
Stealing,
smothering, No stealing, smothering,
shepherding, shepherding or barging.
barging
No distance penalty applies.
Penalties Players can be ordered off at the
umpire’s discretion.
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UNDER 9S AND UNDER 10S MATCH PROGRAM
Purpose The ball
To provide children with a fun, safe and positive experience A synthetic size 2 or leather football should be used.
through a well-structured match program that considers
Playing time
the level of maturation in motor, cognitive, psychosocial
and emotional skill of children in this age group. The playing time should be reduced to what is
appropriate for the age of the players.
The emphasis at this age level is the further development
• AFL Auskick Program – It is recommended that grid
of basic game-specific skills (kicking, handballing,
games be played for a total of 12-20 minutes with
marking, gathering and evasion) and learning technical
regular breaks when required.
and tactical concepts.
• AFL Junior Fixture – Maximum of 4 x 12-minute
The match program for this age group provides further quarters with no time on.
opportunities to develop game-specific skills and the
tactical principles of gaining possession, pressure, The team
utilising space and positional play. • Twelve-a-side means: 4 forwards, 4 centres,
4 backs + reserves.
Spirit of the game
• Fifteen-a-side means: 5 forwards, 5 midfielders,
Prior to the start of play: 5 backs + reserves.
• All players, coaches and umpires should gather
Interchange may take place at any time, but all players
together on the ground and shake hands.
must play at least half the match.
• Umpires and coaches should ensure that players
are aware of the rules and procedures to be followed Rotate players every quarter to provide opportunities
in the conduct of the game. in several positions, i.e. players to change from one zone
to another and interchange on to the field.
The spirit of the game is to give all available players
a game of football. Therefore: Equalise the teams and opponents as much as possible
(match sizes, abilities).
• Where difficulty occurs fielding full numbers, both
coaches must agree to even up player numbers.
• Excess players should be given to the opposition
team if it is unable to field the required numbers.
• Coaches should consider modifying the numbers
per side to ensure all players participate (for instance,
if planning 12-a-side but only 18 players in total are
available, play nine-a-side)
Umpires should at all times:
• Endeavour to apply the rules of the game while
preferring to award kicks to players in preference
to calling for “ball-ups”.
• Understand that the spirit of AFL junior match rules
for this age group is to enable all players to gather
possession and that “the player in possession of
the ball should be given every opportunity to kick or
handball”.
• Attempt to involve all players as the opportunities
arise, particularly when indicating which players are
to receive a “free kick” upon the ball being kicked out of
bounds and ensuring the effective rotation of players.
In relation to all ball-ups,
• A player contesting a ball-up may not grab the ball
and play on.
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Playing ground and officials • If the player in possession of the ball is taken to the
The size of the playing field should be no bigger than ground in the act of tackling, they will receive a free
100m x 80m and divided into three equal zones (thirds) kick. If the umpire feels the player drops to the ground
identified by markers or lines on the ground. deliberately in order to receive a free kick, they will be
penalised for holding the ball.
This field is a maximum size with flexibility needed
• A player in possession of the ball, when held by an
depending on the players per team, age and ability
opponent applying a modified tackle, should be given
level. Playing on a larger field will compromise the intent
a reasonable chance to dispose of the ball by kick
of the laws and in turn have an adverse effect on the
or by handball, or by attempting to kick or handball,
development of players.
otherwise a free kick shall be awarded to the tackler
A field umpire is needed, there are no boundary throw- for holding the ball.
ins (no boundary umpires) but two goal umpires are • The field umpire shall conduct a ball-up when the
required. player with the ball has the ball held to the body by an
Zones opponent, unless the player has had a reasonable time
to dispose of the ball prior to being tackled, in which
Backs must stay in the back zone. Centres must stay case a free kick shall be awarded to the tackler for
in the centre zone. Forwards must stay in the forward holding the ball.
zone. Rotate players to provide opportunities in several
positions. • The field umpire shall allow play to continue if the
ball is accidently knocked out of a player’s hands by
*For leagues that feel that zoning at this level is not in an opponent.
the best interests of the local conditions, an exemption • A player not in possession of the ball, when held by
can be sought via the state body. an opponent, shall be awarded a free kick.
Transition of ball • There is strictly no bumping, slinging or deliberately
When the ball is in transition from the back zone to the bringing the opposition player in possession of the
forward zone, it must be touched by a player in the mid ball to the ground.
zone. Failure for this to occur will result in a free kick Players cannot:
awarded to the opposition team at the point at which
the ball entered the end zone. • Knock the ball out of an opponent’s hands.
• Push the player in the side.
Scoring
• Steal the ball from another player.
Only players who are positioned as Forward Zone players
may score. • Smother an opponent’s kick.
• Shepherd an opponent.
Start of play andrestarting after a goal
When all players are in position, a ball-up is conducted Coaches
between two centre players of similar height as The coach is allowed on the ground during play for the
nominated by the umpire. Alternate players for sole purpose of providing immediate feedback to players.
subsequent bounces. They must not pressure, instruct or make comment to
or about officiating umpires or decisions that they make.
Out of bounds The coach must not pressure, instruct or make comment
A free kick is awarded against the player who last to the opposition team.
kicked the ball. If there is doubt, or if the ball came off
hands or body, the umpire shall call a ball-up five metres At the end of the game, all players and coaches should
in from the boundary. Full possession at the ball-up is gather on the ground and shake hands. The umpire
not permitted. should also take this opportunity to address the players.
Contact/tackling Order-off rule
Players can perform a modified tackle. To be applied at the umpire’s discretion (or the
controlling body where applicable). Bad language, poor
A player in possession of the ball may be tackled by an sportsmanship and disputing umpiring decisions should
opponent wrapping both arms around the area below the be actively discouraged.
top of the shoulders and on/above the knees. The tackle
may be from either side or from behind, providing the
tackle from behind does not thrust forward the player
with the ball (i.e push the player in the back).
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THE GAME – PREMIERSHIP POINTS Rules &
COMPETITIONS Regulations U9/U10
The football match program to be offered to players 9-10
years of age must comply with the modified match program Phase Development
presented in this match guide, with no premiership points,
no finals, no ladders, no match results (no score) and no Players (min-max) 12-15 a side
names of players published. Skill clinics and participation
carnival days may be held. No representative teams Maximum ground 100m x 80m
should be selected. size/use of zones 3 equal zones*
Match length 4 x 12 min
No scores, ladders or finals permitted.
Competition No recording of best players and
details goalkickers permitted.
No representative teams.
Modified tackle/no bump.
Players cannot bump/push an opponent,
Contact
knock/steal the ball out of their hands or
smother an opponent’s kick.
The ball Synthetic or leather size 2
1 field, 2 goal umpires
Umpiring
Club/association
Coaching position Optional
Bounces 1 bounce
A mark is awarded irrespective of
the distance the ball has travelled
Marking
to any player who catches
it or shows control.
From a kick, a free is awarded against
the player who last kicked the ball.
Out of bounds From hands, or if there is doubt,
the umpire shall call a ball-up 10m in
from the boundary.
Kick off Not permitted unless accidental.
the ground
Stealing,
smothering, No stealing, smothering,
shepherding, shepherding or barging.
barging
10m penalty can be applied at the umpire’s
discretion if they feel a player has been
Penalties
hindered in any way. Players can be
ordered off at the umpire’s discretion.
*An exemption can be sought to cater for local requirements.
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UNDER 11S AND UNDER 12S
Purpose
To provide children with a fun, safe and positive
experience through a well-structured match program
that considers the level of maturation in motor,
cognitive, psychosocial and emotional skill of children
in this age group.
The consolidation of basic game-specific skills is still
the focus at this age level, rather than competition and
winning, while further developing technical and tactical
concepts. These concepts include position-specific and
basic performance capacities – e.g. warm-up, cool-down,
nutrition, hydration, recovery and goal-setting.
Spirit of the game
Prior to the start of play:
• All players, coaches and umpires should gather on the
ground and shake hands.
• Umpires and coaches should ensure that players are
aware of the rules and procedures to be followed in the
conduct of the game.
The spirit of the game is to give all available players
a game of football. Therefore:
• Where difficulty occurs fielding full numbers, both
coaches must agree to even up player numbers.
• Excess players should be given to the opposition
team if it is unable to field the required numbers.
• Coaches should consider modifying the numbers
per side to ensure all players participate (for instance,
if planning 18-a-side but only 30 players in total are
available, play 15-a-side).
Umpires should at all times:
• Endeavour to apply the rules of the game while
preferring to award kicks to players in preference
to calling for “ball-ups”.
• Understand that the spirit of the AFL junior match
rules for this age group is to enable all players to
gather possession and that “the player in possession
of the ball should be given every opportunity to kick
or handball”.
• Attempt to involve all players as the opportunities
arise, particularly when indicating which players are
to receive a “free kick” upon the ball being kicked
out of bounds and ensuring the effective rotation
of players through the three zones of play.
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MATCH PROGRAM Playing time
The Ball • Junior Football Fixture – maximum of 4 x 15-minute
quarters with no time on.
A synthetic or leather size 3 football made specifically
for this age group should be used. Start of play and restarting after a goal
Playing ground and officials When all players are in their own positions, a ball-up
is conducted between two centre players of similar
A full size field is allowed unless the dimensions are height as nominated by the umpire in the centre of
clearly unsuitable for the number and skill level of the the ground.
players involved.
Only centre line players attend centre bounces
In this instance, refer to the match program for nine (20 metres clearance from all other players). The umpire
and 10-year-olds for guidance. is to enforce a similar 20-metre area for field bounces.
This field size is the optimum size and flexibility is often No more than three players from each team shall be
needed, in particular, smaller field sizes may be required closer to the ball-up than approximately 20 metres.
depending on the number of players per team, age and
ability level. A field umpire is needed. (Note: there is no requirement to have a centre square
marked on the ground).
The team
• Fifteen-a-side means: 5 forwards, 5 centres, Scrimmage and field ball-ups
5 backs + reserves. Conducted between two players of equal size selected
• Eighteen-a-side means: 6 forwards, 6 midfielders, by the umpire. Before the throw-up, the umpire should
6 backs + reserves. clear the area by sending players back to their positions.
No more than three players from each team shall be
Interchange may take place at any time, but all players closer to the ball-up than approximately 20 metres
must play at least half the match. (full possession rule applies).
Equalise the teams and opponents as much as possible Out of bounds
(match sizes, abilities). Rotate players every quarter to A free kick is awarded against the player who last kicked
provide opportunities in several positions. the ball.
If there is doubt, or if the ball came off hands or body,
the umpire shall call a ball-up five metres to 10 metres
in from the boundary. Full possession at the ball-up is
not permitted (full possession rule applies).
Contact/tackling
Full tackling rules as per the Laws of Australian Football
can be applied.
Barging
No barging or chopping past opponents is allowed.
A free kick is awarded. Fending off, with an open hand
to the body (not above the shoulders or in the back)
is allowed.
Distance penalty
A player can be awarded a 25-metre advancement
towards their goal if, after a mark or free kick, the umpire
is of the opinion that an opposing player hinders that
player. This includes: overstepping the mark, wasting
time, using abusive language/behaviour etc.
Order-off rule
To be applied at the umpire’s discretion (or the
controlling body where applicable). Bad language, poor
sportsmanship and disputing umpiring decisions should
be actively discouraged.
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Coaches Rules &
The coach is not allowed on the ground. Messages may Regulations U11/U12
be delivered by a runner. However, the runner must abide
by the procedure of going directly to the player involved, Phase Competition
delivering the message and returning directly to the
coaching bench. Players (min-max) 15-18 a side
At the end of the game, all players and coaches should
gather on the ground and shake hands. The umpire Maximum ground Full size
should also take this opportunity to address the players. size/use of zones No zones
The game – premiership points competitions
Match length Max 4 x 15 min
The football program to be offered to players needs to
be delivered in a well-conducted league with appropriate
development structures feeding into it. The program to be Scoring, ladders, finals permitted.*
adopted might be the alternative ‘premiership’ program. Competition No recording of best players and
details goalkickers permitted.
Such a decision should be made by the relevant No representative teams.
controlling bodies and endorsed by the state football
bodies. No representative teams.
Tackling is permitted.
Contact As per the Laws of Australian Football
(no sling tackle permitted).
The ball Synthetic or leather size 3
1 field, 2 goal and 2 boundary umpires*
Umpiring
Club/association
Coaching position Sideline
Bounces 2 bounces
A mark is awarded when a player catches
Marking the ball directly from another player’s kick
that has travelled at least 10 metres.
Boundary throw-in
Out of bounds (where boundary umpires
are available).
Kick off Not permitted unless accidental.
the ground
Stealing,
smothering, Permitted as per Laws of the Game
shepherding,
barging
25m penalty can be applied at the
umpire’s discretion if they feel a player
Penalties has been hindered in any way.
Players can be ordered off at the
umpire’s discretion.
*An exemption can be sought to cater for local requirements.
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Rules & Auskick-U8 U9/U10 U11/U12
Regulations
Phase Introductory Development Competition
Players (min-max) 6-12 a side 12-15 a side 15-18 a side
Maximum ground 80m x 60m 100m x 80m Full size
size/use of zones 3 equal zones 3 equal zones* No zones
12–20 min total
Match length 4 x 12 min Max 4 x 15 min
or 4 x 10 min
No scores, ladders or finals permitted. No scores, ladders or finals permitted. Scoring, ladders, finals permitted.*
Competition No recording of best players and No recording of best players and No recording of best players and
details goalkickers permitted. goalkickers permitted. goalkickers permitted.
No representative teams. No representative teams. No representative teams.
Modified tackle/no bump.
No tackle or bump.
Players cannot bump/push an Tackling is permitted.
There is absolutely no
Contact opponent, knock/steal the ball out of As per the Laws of Australian Football
contact or spoiling, except when
their hands or smother an (no sling tackle permitted).
accidental in nature.
opponent’s kick.
The ball Synthetic size 1 Synthetic or leather size 2 Synthetic or leather size 3
1 field, 2 goal umpires 1 field, 2 goal umpires 1 field, 2 goal and 2 boundary umpires*
Umpiring
Parents/coaches Club/association Club/association
Coaching position On-field Optional Sideline
Bounces 1 bounce 1 bounce Unlimited bounces
A mark is awarded, irrespective of A mark is awarded irrespective of A mark is awarded when a player
the distance the ball has travelled, the distance the ball has travelled catches the ball directly from
Marking
to any player who catches it or makes to any player who catches it or another player’s kick that has travelled
a reasonable attempt to mark it. shows control. at least 10 metres.
From a kick, a free is awarded against From a kick, a free is awarded against
the player who last kicked the ball. the player who last kicked the ball. Boundary throw-in
Out of bounds From hands, or if there is doubt, the From hands, or if there is doubt, the (where boundary umpires
umpire shall call a ball-up 10m in from umpire shall call a ball-up 10m in from are available).
the boundary. the boundary.
Kick off Not permitted unless accidental. Not permitted unless accidental. Not permitted unless accidental.
the ground
Stealing,
smothering, No stealing, smothering, No stealing, smothering,
Permitted as per Laws of the Game.
shepherding, shepherding or barging. shepherding or barging.
barging
10m penalty can be applied at 25m penalty can be applied at the
No distance penalty applies. the umpire’s discretion if they feel umpire’s discretion if they feel a player
Penalties Players can be ordered off at the a player has been hindered in any has been hindered in any way.
umpire’s discretion. way. Players can be ordered off at Players can be ordered off at the
the umpire’s discretion umpire’s discretion.
*An exemption can be sought to cater for local requirements.
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