Umpire critics to cop whopping fines as AFL lays down new law
The AFL enacted fines up to $20,000 for coaches, club staff, or players who publicly criticize umpires, effective immediately. The league aims to protect the integrity of officiating after significant backlash from figures like Jy Simpkin and Damien Hardwick. This decision follows a summit addressing the need to maintain respect for umpires at all levels.
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Published 23 Jun 2026, 07:25 UTC · Updated 23 Jun 2026, 07:30 UTC
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