Where are the games being played?
After months of trials and plenty of hype, AFLX finally its debut at Hindmarsh Stadium in Adelaide last night. The Saints' will have their first foray into the hyprid game at Etihad Stadium in Melbourne tonight.
Who plays who?
There are six clubs in each tournament with games played in a round-robin format. Teams will be divided into two pools of three, and play against each other once. The top team from each pool will play off in a Grand Final at the end of the competition.
Pool B, Etihad Stadium,
Carlton, Essendon, Hawthorn, Melbourne, North Melbourne, St Kilda
Where can we sit?
St Kilda supporters are encouraged to sit in the Saints' bay, located on Level 1, bay 38. There will be limited edition #HalosOn tees waiting on seats in the section, so get to the ground early to avoid missing out.
How is it different to AFL?
Who makes the Grand Final if multiple teams are on the same wins?
Wins, losses and draws will be tallied up throughout the tournament, with the two pool winners on each night playing off in the Grand Final. However, if there are multiple teams on the same wins,
What happens if scores are tied at the end of the Grand Final?
While draws can happen during pool games, you won't have to worry about coming back the following week to see the Grand Final again, if scores are level at the final siren. Time on will be added
How long do games go for?
AFLX consists of two, 10-minute halves with a two-minute break. There will be a five-minute breather in between each game, with a 15-minute break before the Grand Final takes place.
How does each game start?
Each half is started with the umpiring throwing the ball up in the
Where will the coaches watch?
There will be no aerial view
Can players be reported?
Yes, they can. Just like the JLT Community Series, a player can be cited by the match review officer or the officiating umpire on match day. Any suspensions handed
Do AFLX games count towards life membership?
No. Just like the JLT series, AFLX games won't count towards a player's eligibility for life membership. Only premiership season games are taken into
How many umpires are there?
There will be a total of six umpires for each game. Two field umpires, two boundary umpires (who essentially act as touch judges), and two goal umpires. There won't be any flags for the goal umpires to wave, due to the fast nature of the game. Be on the lookout as well for a new motion to signal a 'Zooper' goal, with the goal umpire to cross their arms
Will there be other things happening as the games are being played?
Off the field, fans will see plenty of action with fireworks, DJs with plenty of music, in-game commentary, roving performers, kids and family zones and giveaways a feature at all events.
Where can you watch it?
You’ve got plenty of
There will also be a radio call on SEN in Melbourne and affiliate stations.
AFL.com.au will have highlights shows after each of the three tournaments.