The recent ban on bumps in the AFL has caused a stir among players and coaches alike, with many questioning how they should adapt their playing style. However, according to Sydney Swans coach John Longmire, star forward Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin does not need to change his game.
Longmire believes that Franklin’s style of play is already well within the rules of the game, and that he should not have to adjust his approach. He said that the new rules are designed to protect players from dangerous contact, and that Franklin’s style of play is not dangerous.
The new rules state that players cannot bump an opponent if their head is below their shoulder, or if their arms are raised above their head. This means that players will have to be more aware of their body position when tackling, and that they cannot use their body weight to knock an opponent off balance.
Longmire believes that this rule change will not affect Franklin’s style of play, as he already plays within the rules. He also believes that the new rules will help protect players from serious injuries.
Franklin is one of the most experienced players in the AFL, and has been playing for over a decade. He is renowned for his physicality and aggression, but Longmire believes that this will not be affected by the new rules. He believes that Franklin’s style of play is already within the rules, and that he will not need to make any major changes.
The new rules have been implemented to reduce the risk of serious injury in the AFL, and Longmire believes that they will be beneficial for the game. He also believes that Franklin’s style of play is already within the rules, and that he does not need to make any major changes.
