How long does a player have for a kick-in in the AFLW in 2026?
Rule- Australia
- AFL
- AFLW
- Laws of the Game
- Draft
- All ages
- 2026
- Fans
From the 2026 AFLW season the "reasonable time" allowed for a kick-in drops from about 12 seconds to eight seconds. That matches the time allowed after a mark around the ground.
Source: AFL.com.au, "Four rule alterations announced ahead of 2026 AFLW season".
Added 24 Oct 2026