Possible Rule Changes for 2023

[Ringo]

Starting a thread for any possible changes to rules for 2023.

Please add suggested changes and comments for consideration:

OP will be updated for record purposes

1) Adjustment to time on ground.
3 suggestions to be voted on - Stay at 20%, Increase to 25%, Increase to 30%.
25%  time on ground preferred option so will be implemented this season

2) Do we change positions when UF do?
Majority vote for yes here so will see amendments when UF do

3) Do we do a period of Free agency with reduction of teams prior to 2nd Draft
Vote yes and implemented

[Ringo]

Mid Season Draft
With the effect of Covid, Long Term injuries and the number of players now being taken in SSP draft is it appropriate to consider again a mid season draft,

Suggestions on how it would work:
After Round 7 teams nominate if they wish to participate, Nominations to close on the Friday after Rd 7.
Draft to be on a one for one basis in reverse ladder order as at end of previous year.
Players will then be available for Rd 9.

Comments welcome on whether to do or suggested changes.

[Peter]

I think that’s a good idea - covers the Nic Martin
type player

[SilverLion]

Good a time as ever to bring it up, buff TOG for emgs to 25 or 30%.

[SilverLion]

We voting on any changes prior to the trade period opening?

[Ringo]

Only change to be voted on is TOG at this change,  we rejected by consensus MSD.

[Ringo]

Vote being sent out on 3 rule changes:

1) Adjustment to time on ground.
3 suggestions to be voted on - Stay at 20%, Increase to 25%, Increase to 30%.

2) Do we change positions when UF do?

3) Do we do a period of Free agency with reduction of teams prior to 2nd Draft

Can you vote as soon as possible so free agency can be invoked if agreed,

[Ringo]

Voting completed and OP updated