2.16. endobj With a com . AFL Victoria GPO Box 4337, Melbourne, VIC, 3001 AFL Northern Territory . Further, they must be compliant with State and Federal law. Subscribe to the news that matters to you. endobj SEQ Competitions Hub; F4F and Youth Competition Hub; Coaching. Premier Competition - means the Competitions outlined in clause 6.3 of this PPS Policy. The information contained in this document may be subject to change without notice. LAWS OF AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL 2021 5 CONTENTS PART A INTRODUCTION 10 A. By registering with your affiliated AFL Barwon club you agree to the below AFL Barwon policies and any additional AFL Victoria and Netball Victoria policies: Football Policies Football Codes of Conduct Junior Football Policies Netball Policies Child Safeguarding Policy and Resources Latest News GFL Wash Up Round 12 29 June 2022 <> 1,/~X\e+?g:k Tongala has been crowned the Campaspe Playing Area weekend pennant division one premier for a second consecutive year after a thrilling come-from-behind win, defeating Rich River 62-55. <> To maintain and enhance Australian Football as the most spectacular game in the world, the game at AFL level must remain entertaining and exciting to watch and safe to play within the confines of a body contact sport. 0000007803 00000 n These videos will take you through all the key rules and interpretations of Australian Football, which will provide you with a greater understanding of our game. 0000003977 00000 n <> "AFL Victoria is working with leagues and country commissions to assist where we can to make sure that those protocols are in place. 0000006329 00000 n Moama Cricket Clubs under-14 side notched another black-and-white flag, taking out the divisions premiership without conceding a loss. endobj It is this philosophy that ensures participating boys and girls have a fun, safe and positive football experience that is suitable to their needs. 7 0 obj Players typically share the senior team's guernsey (with the exception of Victorian teams which play in variations of the state team guernsey, Vic Metro has a light blue Big V insignia and Vic Country plays in a reverse white with navy Big V). @ 2023 by Western Region Football League. <> Matters not Provided for In the event that any matter arises which is not provided for in the Rules; in these By-Laws; or in the Rules of the Australian Football Foundation, or the AFL Victoria Country rules, the Board shall have full power and discretion to determine such matter. Admission Prices The 1000 crowd cap is a bit misleading because that basically says that 1000 people can gather without any significant crowd management protocols in place other than government guidelines that everyone is well aware of, he said. <> Head Office: endobj %PDF-1.7 0000002793 00000 n 4. 4 0 obj The AFL Under-19 Championships (for sponsorship reasons, the NAB AFL Under-19 Championships) is an annual Australian national underage representative championship in Australian rules football tournament. By McPherson Media Group. With the AFL Commission phasing out representative football at senior level since 1994, the National Championships are one of the few opportunities to play for their state or territory. The best players from the academy competition then combine to form an 'Allies' team in conjunction with South Australia, Western Australia and two Victoria teams, Metro (Melbourne Metropolitan Area) and Country to contest the division 1 tournament. AFL Victoria GPO Box 4337, Melbourne, VIC, 3001 AFL Northern Territory . TABLE OF CONTENTS Mission Statement & Values 2 As part of the AFL Commission's role as national governing body the Victorian TAC Cup competition was restructured in 1992 to become the primary pathway to the AFL. JFIF x x ZExif MM * J Q Q tQ t C All Rights Reserved. Please use the below links to access further information on any of these Policies and Forms. AFL BARWON 2020 Handbook 1 A.C.N. Find a link to infection control training using the link here. $.' 0000011549 00000 n The purpose of the Laws is to explain how a match of Australian Football is played and seek to attain the following objectives: a)to ensure that the game of Australian Football is played in a fair manner and a spirit of true sportsmanship; and. Level 1 South, Whitten Oval, It was rebranded in 1976 to reflect its expansion to include teams from each Australian state and mainland territory, rotated between host cities. Return to Play Protocols - NAB AFL Auskick (updated 11 June 2021) AFL Victoria is updating its RETURN TO TRAINING AND GAMES PROTOCOLS document for club football and Auskick, in line with . Rules of matches are modified so children can continue to develop their skills in an enjoyable, safe atmosphere. Football Offerings; Find a Club; Community Football. [1] Each tournament, an underage All-Australian team is named; an MVP is also named for each team. If we are unable to provide an exemption then it will either be because it is not within our authority to do so, or because doing so would jeopardise the integrity of our competitions. 0000159456 00000 n 10 0 obj The winner of the 2019 division 1 tournament was Western Australia. 0000000016 00000 n To the knowledge of AFL Barwon Commission all information was accurate as at time of printing. 0000012675 00000 n Junior Football is the next step for kids who are ready to move on from NAB AFL Auskick or other introductory school and/or community programs. quk=ZO'E^WT!* zUguOSba7eh&_PB#rqY|. This Publication 10 . From modified tackling to smaller ground size and a smaller ball for junior hands! The division 2 competition was replaced by the Under-19 Academy Series in 2017, with teams from the 4 Queensland and NSW AFL clubs' academies in addition to Northern Territory and Tasmania state teams. AFL Victoria is working with leagues and country commissions to assist where we can to make sure that those protocols are in place. MODIFIED JUNIOR RULES Our Junior Footballers aren't fully grown adults with the same skill level as AFL & AFLW players, so we modify gameplay to suit their needs. endobj % 2.17. . endobj 2 0 obj AFL's official Junior Player AFL ompetition pathway program. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. All Rights Reserved. 241 0 obj <> endobj xref <>/Metadata 912 0 R/ViewerPreferences 913 0 R>> This means that junior and senior club training and Auskick can resume from Friday 10 June, provided Victorian Government protocols are adhered to. 6 0 obj . 2017 Laws of the Game - Zero Tolerance To Abuse, 2017 Laws of the Game - Protection of the Ball Player, 2017 Laws of the Game - Fifty Metre Penalties, 2017 Laws of the Game - Rough Conduct Dangerous Tackles, 2017 Laws of the Game - Deliberately rushed behind, 2017 Laws of the Game - Forceful contact below the kness, 2017 Laws of the Game - Deliberate Out Of Bounds. DMBleeders is a CollingwoodFC support group for the very passionate, die hard, loyal AFL Magpie supporters (CollingwoodFC) We have come together for the love of our great club, supporting our past,. He said all clubs could apply for an exemption to increase the figure. It is named in honour of a junior footballer, Michael Larke, who was killed in a bus crash while attending a trial match for New South Wales. La Trobe University VIC 3083, Contact Us: School Sport Victoria. $m=\TaU ?G?{45^ gU: N!-;2`J%xbg`gG}3t`h@J{ y]n)NH%PcUKKBsoT1[zjye2_LQ 'sX[\9|/f+TRgq@oClA\Aq1v&gH0#&1npTh{mSTn{4i/a30id1aJC&UQYG652B.u/OWH6jq15,zdSKh\`/F~*TIjcR]rkn}!T]oRP]h-%`E8imi^: endobj For the purpose of this document, the Junior Football Match Guide refers to the philosophy, guidelines and requirements of conducting football for children aged 5-12 years with the aim of recruiting parents and children to Australian Football through the delivery of AFL Auskick and a junior football match program. Early on it was an Under-17 competition, however the age limit has been progressively increased and separate junior championships added for Under-15 level (commencing as the "Shell Cup" now AFL Under-16 National Championships) from the 1970s onwards. . stream Appendix E to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL Appeals Board Procedure Guidelines. endstream History [ edit] AFL Victoria boss clarifies junior footy rules. ",#(7),01444'9=82. It was a major talent pathway for underage players outside of Victoria to the VFL. QAFL Grand Final Panel; QAFLW Grand Final Panel; Golden Whistle; Queensland Umpire of the Year; Academy Umpire of . 0000011348 00000 n Can you make an exception to a rule for me on this occasion? 8 0 obj Fax: (03) 9474 1899, 2022 Football Australia ABN 28 106 478 068 | All Rights Reserved, FootballHerWay: Women and Girl's Strategy, State Football Facilities Strategy to 2026 [PDF], 2021 SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO RULES OF COMPETITION AND REGULATIONS, 2021 SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO FV GEELONG RULES OF COMPETITION AND REGULATIONS, 2021 Community Competitions Dispensation Policy. 3 !1AQa"q2B#$Rb34rC%Scs5&DTdEt6UeuF'Vfv7GWgw 5 !1AQaq"2B#R3$brCScs4%&5DTdEU6teuFVfv'7GWgw ? In the spirit of reconciliation the AFL acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. Rules and By-Laws. xVn1}_ia0W"T The Hunter Harrison Medal is awarded to the best player in Division 2 and is named in honour of a former president and life member of the Northern Territory Football League, Hunter Harrison, who played a major role in the development of the AFL Youth Championships. 2022 Covid top-up players. Player Payment Rules means the community club sustainability player payment rules of a relevant 160417845 To be read in conjunction with the 2020 AFL Victoria Country Handbook. Its actually not true that only one parent can go to junior footy games. 0000007075 00000 n <>/Metadata 1342 0 R/ViewerPreferences 1343 0 R>> The best players from the Academy competitions (AFL club feeder teams) combine to form an 'Allies' team in conjunction with South Australia, Western Australia and two Victoria teams, Metro (Melbourne Metropolitan Area) and Country to contest the division 1 tournament. Appendix B to WRFL By-Laws: National Player Transfer Regulations (February 2022) Appendix C to WRFL By-Laws: AFL Community Football Gender Diversity Policy. Auskick Co-ordinators Handbook. 2021 RULES OF COMPETITION2021 SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO RULES OF COMPETITION AND REGULATIONSU12 & U13 COMPETITION GUIDELINES, 2021 FV GEELONG RULES OF COMPETITION2021 SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO FV GEELONG RULES OF COMPETITION AND REGULATIONS, Please refer to the NPL Victoria website for relevant Rules and Regulations. stream NAB AFL Auskick & AFL Junior Rules (5 - 12 Years) - Downloads.. Back; Coaching Guides. For kids ready to progress from NAB AFL Auskick, Age 8-12 Boys & Girls GradualIntroductions ofContact, The perfect environment for kids to have fun learning through play, make new friends and create memories that last a lifetime. endobj 0000006745 00000 n In Victoria, Aussie Rules football is more than just a sport, and one of the most iconic symbols in our game is the footy jumper. 0000000896 00000 n Macleod, VIC 3085, Postal Address: From modified tackling to smaller ground size and a smaller ball for junior hands! AFL. Kids are gradually introduced to competitive football in stages as they gain skills and confidence throughout their years of Junior Football participation. Rules Flowcharts. As a result representative development sides from NSW/ACT and Tasmania for a time have played in that competition instead. Umpire History. CLICK HERE for full carnival results. Our Junior Footballers arent fully grown adults with the same skill level as AFL & AFLW players, so we modify gameplay to suit their needs. endstream NTFL means the Northern Territory Football League. . Venue Grounds to be confirmed in City of Ballarat. 0000013296 00000 n The Larke Medal is awarded to the best player in Division 1 of the competition. endobj Region Commission - means the bodies affiliated to AFL Victoria to administer Australian Football in the relevant region of . The current competition is contested as a hybrid representative format. AFL Auskick Ambassador of the Year Criteria. endobj (Note: Since 2017, the AFL has replaced state and territory representative teams with an Academy division consisting of its QLD and NSW AFL Club sides: GWS Giants, Brisbane Lions, Gold Coast Suns and Sydney Swans), The tournament is currently sponsored by the National Australia Bank, having previously been sponsored by Caltex and the Commonwealth Bank.[6]. LAWS OF AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL 2021 5 CONTENTS PART A INTRODUCTION 10 A. 0000008637 00000 n AFL Victoria Smoke Free Policy AFL Victoria Alcohol Management Policy Infectious Control: AFL Victoria acknowledges its role in dealing with the issue of the spread of Infectious Diseases within football. Our regulations outline our ability to grant exemptions; for some rules under certain circumstances it is possible - if so, this will be outlined in the relevant regulations. )"8XO'_j:cJoM`)\X_'e7?L'G8dkt/|\xmeaaVnNNPSkg&Rwy=:6IJee2^,qd 2V^9eEg5dt}gS{;l uI|em&^aq`Kf!L>hEctlI5a*t(:_&<5 Mg~50{%6YE+dg>~<8=&KO9tN*X#Di08 %#YoLe_tV^gDxYO5\~M7g4Y4QCV6'./jiPcwwmfc|Pw=dZNhHaC{3tK>=9B7JZ$aJRh! 0000006581 00000 n In Victoria, Aussie Rules football is more than just a sport, and one of the most iconic symbols in our game is the footy jumper. 9 0 obj 5 0 obj 4 0 obj National Australian rules football championships for players aged 18 years or younger, UPDATE: Second WA v SA U19 clash looms, Vic season cancelled, The Story of the Teal Cup and AFL National Under 18 Championships, Interstate matches in Australian rules football, State of Origin for Bushfire Relief Match, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=AFL_Under-19_Championships&oldid=1117482976, All Wikipedia articles written in Australian English, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 21 October 2022, at 23:47. AFL Victoria head Brad Scott has dismissed claims only one parent or guardian will be able to attend games throughout the season. What is the best way for me to leave feedback/suggestions for certain rules? AFL Auskick Parents Guide. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> The Australian Capital Territory was the first other side to enter in 1973. endobj 0000008183 00000 n Due to the League wanting to ensure that matches are not cancelled or postponed during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, each club named twenty players to their Covid top-up player list.For Victorian based teams, all of these players played for their affiliated reserves team or junior development academy, or for clubs outside of Victoria, the majority were sourced from . Permit Committee means a committee appointed pursuant to Regulation 3.23. The onus is largely on the community to do the right things . 0000007187 00000 n It is important that providers of Junior Football and participants alike are familiar with, and adopt, the "this is our game" philosophy. The guiding principles for the Laws of the Game are: Rule and interpretation changes will be considered if there is an opportunity to further enhance, or address trends that threaten the principles of the Laws of the Game. So if there's a country footy game that's expecting a crowd of 5000 people, that can go ahead, it's really important . Anti-Doping: AFL Anti-Doping Code Safeguarding Children and Young People AFL VICTORIA METRO JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT SERIES | RESULTS June 10, 2019 Back to news Share this article Keep up-to-date with all the results from the Queen's Birthday weekend of action in the AFL Victoria Metro Junior Development Series. Copyright 2022 AFL. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.2 841.6] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> endobj <> NAB AFL Auskick & AFL Junior Rules (5 - 12 Years) Rules and Policies 12 Strategies to Enhance Our Junior Footballers 2020 Junior Competitions Rules and Regulations 2021 Early Registration Competition Terms and Conditions Burley Junior Match Ball Brand Guideline Child Related work and WWCC Exemptions Child Safety - What to do if an incident occurs 0000049499 00000 n HQGW@4j- Pj4XFQ(mShHR;2I3s;; @}P \hK #tGH-AXf{:d`Qm-t'dq#Ad[8~hfEhDn3&"@#LN $WAnz )7^fzWbFY|UVg[[r$&Fx$G2rIz^I-!CI7,t.\\Sz=67j8l1)_P(,PMC43W)\!Fo?_71#>dtO&. endobj Kids will be back high-fiving at footy games, parents will be able to go to the footy, junior football is pretty close to being back to normal but it is a fluid environment.. GWc $Hr:h/cM2"{.%TX&*n`#nQI?LRGP0}@@F8e;uCQ"SR8(IL+\NPZ\)U@lLpDSKXyL PO Box 124 In a general sense our regulations mustbe consistentwith the broader guidelines and regulations of FIFA and the FFA. 3 0 obj The division two grand final between Moama and Echuca had it all a big crowd, tight bowling and a thrilling finish. 0000011675 00000 n AFL Academies NAB AFL 7 0 obj % n8QRFF:hI,J7ukwU >DyP w' b d" ? endobj This Publication 10 . JFIF ,, Exif MM * b j( 1 r2 i , , Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 2007:03:23 11:34:12 d b ( " H H JFIF H H Adobe_CM Adobe d We also have a lot of different stakeholders to consider; changing a rule to benefit clubs for example may prove detrimental to the freedoms of players. Appendix D to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL Independent Tribunal and IHC Procedure Guidelines. 0000011431 00000 n (1956 and 1957 Championships having Senior and Junior Divisions and 1996 and 1997 having Division One and Division Two) 80 have ended with outright winners, 7 with ties and the 1956, 1973 and 1987 Championships finishing in three way ties. <> Copyright 2023 AFL Victoria. 417 Barkly Street, FOOTSCRAY WEST 3012. . Variation 17 2.1 AFL May Amend 17 2.2 Variation By Controlling Body 17 PART C PRE-MATCH . {nk'9d!q=[ #jN'8$)eOPF#=pbe+E#=GPX8u> 1}S8BtiDl5t7|MTm w#fHk+=W0wbs$1k?0v@k=\+{a712- The Hawks notched a significant statement of their intent earlier this week, landing commitments from the Lions' former League best and fairest Emily Bates and their talented forward Greta Bodey to join as PSP recruits. 12 Terrace Way 0000011486 00000 n b)to prevent injuries to players participating in a Match so far as this objective can be reasonably achieved in circumstances where Australian Football is a body contact sport. Copyright 2023 AFL Victoria. 1.1 Definitions 12 1.2 Interpretation 17 1.3 AFL Rules or Regulations Prevail 17 2. TI%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$ST\?Mlx`YmnN#?irVqLhouz~9{o?^R;t^x [Vl,YX1eX?:MY2VUU@oVe0v8xaBYLeG"@,\=;VYwYz}m%W7^1q/R..8 :~>wOQ>x8S^=p8 6QB3 U"}:qa9Kr?#L^E; ~SdRw z5XiVF~-s)5m1 Z?_k U$En G"oO!6xN1u>N^@T lz; akt 8}^:VSNd> Z1?Q56m$4X8U^2~K +{-x;vmv>2c[ 0rGq~MZ6kAxIy&'SR:>)Fw{bq:YMG?{3`8 | |YWEI(Y_;+cj/"Xum 7jGcA[ppV =!_/bh631?__VH The AFL's biggest community football prize competition, the Golden Rego Giveaway, has seen hundreds of lucky winners in . its not going to be on clubs to individually police individuals to make sure theyre socially distanced, its going to be up to clubs to make sure theyve got protocols in place such as QR codes, which were all well accustomed to, appropriate signage around the grounds and making sure people are aware of the protocols. However in recent years the National Championships has regained its status as a primary AFL recruitment pathway as the growth of the sport outside Victoria has accelerated. All Rights Reserved. N7V SZ@# The best players from the Academy competitions (AFL club feeder teams) combine to form an 'Allies' team in conjunction with South Australia, Western Australia and two Victoria teams, Metro (Melbourne Metropolitan Area) and Country to contest the division 1 tournament. The new rules will take effect before Thursday night's MCG clash between Carlton and Collingwood. 0000003863 00000 n These videos will take you through all the key . The National Championships grew out of the Teal Cup which began in 1953 as a junior representative competition between the Australian states of Queensland and New South Wales. Community 22 FEB 2023 AFL clubs get back to communities Coaching 19 FEB 2023 AFL Vic makes key coaching, umpiring appointments Latest News VIEW MORE Six Vics realise AFL dream through SSP 11 0 obj 241 30 And it is set to have huge ramifications on Round 11 of the competition. <> 1 0 obj 0000159096 00000 n AFL Auskick Footyweb User Guide. I think rational people understand that youve got to have management protocols in place to manage a crowd that size. Find a link to infection control training using the link. The unique characteristics of the game should be maintained and encouraged, Player health and safety is protected via the Laws of the Game, interpretations and officiating, A priority of the Laws, interpretations and officiating is to reward and protect the player who makes winning the ball their primary objective, Australian Football at AFL level should be maintained as a physically tough and contested game with appropriate consideration to player health and safety, Players of various sizes, football and athletic ability have an opportunity for success in the game played at the highest level, The direction and movement of the ball is unpredictable and has few restrictions, There are few restrictions on where player can be located across the ground, Continuous and free flowing football is encouraged ahead of repetitive short passages of play, The Laws of the Game balances offensive and defensive aspects of play, where an attacking style of game is encouraged. All rights Reserved. The 2023 AFLW Academy participated in its first high-performance training camp in Victoria from 20-22 January, 2023. Variation 17 2.1 AFL May Amend 17 2.2 Variation By Controlling Body 17 PART C PRE-MATCH . 2 0 obj Numerous different Policies apply to football across Victoria and Australia, in relation to a number of different topics. The best way to leave feedback is via email so that we have a written record to which we can refer. 3 0 obj 0000012973 00000 n <> Head of AFL Victoria, Brad Scott, said: "AFL Victoria welcomes the Victorian Government's announcement of further easing of restrictions for community sport, which means community football is back across the state from this weekend, from Auskick through to senior club football. In the absence of a national league, and less regular senior competition, it grew into one of the most important competitions in the country. Both parents can go, grandparents can go, junior footy for all intents and purposes is pretty much back to normal, Scott told Melbourne radio station SEN. Were really excited that footy is back and junior footy certainly wont be impacted because its unusual that at a junior footy game that youre going to have crowds over 1000 people, so junior footy is pretty much back to normal, which is exciting. %PDF-1.7 % Ultimately all of our regulations have to be both fair and practical. %PDF-1.7 3. 8 0 obj Feedback can be sent to feedback@footballvictoria.com.au, or directly to the relevant department. 0000057925 00000 n Mar 11, 2021 . 0000002679 00000 n trailer <]/Prev 702149>> startxref 0 %%EOF 270 0 obj <>stream For FFA Cup, Nike FC Cup and Dockerty Cup Regulations please see the relevant Competition page under 'Resources'. 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Appendix A to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL Code of Conduct, Appendix B to WRFL By-Laws: National Player Transfer Regulations (February 2022), Appendix C to WRFL By-Laws: AFL Community Football Gender Diversity Policy, Appendix D to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL Independent Tribunal and IHC Procedure Guidelines, Appendix E to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL Appeals Board Procedure Guidelines, Appendix F to WRFL By-Laws: AFL Victoria Vilification Policy, Appendix G to WRFL By-Laws: AFL Victoria Player Points Policy, Appendix H to WRFL By-Laws: AFL Victoria Player Payment Rule, Appendix I to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL Junior Modified Rules, Appendix J to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL On-Field and On-Court Apparel Style Guide, Appendix K to WRFL By-Laws: AFL National Age Dispensation Policy, Appendix L to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL Junior Player Points Policy, Appendix M to WRFL By-Laws: WRFL Development Player Policy, Appendix O to WRFL By-Laws: COVID Response. =fAI^'G)m{@c"l0 :1H oj0 Ac f8_w0'*R`"D0'1)J9B(-` This years Level 2 Course will feature AFL Coaching Ambassadors along with presentations from the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Football Club coaches, WAFL and State Academy Coaches will also deliver sessions and provide their insights on coaching the modern footballer. FAMILY members will not be forced to decide who goes to watch the junior footy this year. 2021 FV GEELONG RULES OF COMPETITION 2021 SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO FV GEELONG RULES OF COMPETITION AND REGULATIONS NATIONAL PREMIER LEAGUES Please refer to the NPL Victoria website for relevant Rules and Regulations CUPS For FFA Cup, Nike FC Cup and Dockerty Cup Regulations please see the relevant Competition page under 'Resources'. stream The entire competition was changed to under-19s in 2021 (the competition has previously operated under-17s and under-18s competitions). Scott also moved to address any confusion surrounding the cap of 1000 people on local competition. Hawthorn had also attempted to lure Svarc to Victoria, where she would have joined her 2021 premiership teammates, but the 31 . the AFL) and AFL Victoria Country. With the addition of teams from each Australian state and mainland territory in 1976 was rebranded as the "National Championships" and split into two divisions with the strongest states including Victoria (later split into two sides: Vic Metro and Vic Country) comprising Division 1.