By Deborah Lynch-Theobalds
At the recently discussed changes to the rules in New Zealand, there were two versions as to how a tied game should be handled.
Former Text
Rule 11.14.2
In the event of a tie in the quarter finals, semi-finals and final
(a) there shall be a two minute interval at the end of full-time.
(b) extra time of two (2) x seven (7) minute halves each way will be played
(c) teams change ends and the game is restarted by the team entitled to the next centre pass
(d) teams change ends at half time without an interval
(e) the centre pass is taken by the team entitled to the next centre pass
(f) in the event of a tie remaining at the end of extra time, play will continue until one team has a two (2) goal advantage
Adopted Text
Procedure for extra time where a winner is required:
(i) There shall be a two (2) minute interval at the end of full time. Substitutions and/or team changes are permitted;
(ii) Extra time of two halves of seven (7) minutes each shall be played. Teams change ends at half time without an interval. No substitutions and/or team changes are permitted. The Centre Pass is taken by the team entitled to the next Centre Pass;
(iii) In the event of a tie remaining at the end of extra time, a visual signal shall be used to indicate that play shall continue until one team has a two (2) goal advantage.
As can be seen from the above, the former text stated that the teams change ends at the end of the interval whereas the adopted text was silent on it. After seeking clarification from Chris Burton, a member of the rules Board, she indicated that teams change ends (see response below).
Burton’s reply: “They do change but we haven't put it in that section (perhaps not smart). Your cross reference is 2.1 .......teams change ends at each quarter and this is an extra 'quarter'. Similarly, as an extra quarter, once in extra time it must follow that there can be 1 up to 2 minute injury time....because together, the 2 7s make an extra quarter ...or near enough.”
Please take note that the 14 mins extra time is treated as if it were a quarter and as such only one injury time of up to two minutes is allowed during the 14 mins, all other injuries will be up to 30 secs etc.
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