AFL Equalisation in the AFL: a modern take Following the introduction of the salary cap and player draft system in 1986, the Australian Football League has done a great job of restoring the overall level of competitive balance in the competition. Studies by Ross Booth have shown that the level of balance between teams has converged towards a
AFL Equalisation in the AFL: a historical look Recent attempts by the Australian Football League’s Commission to further strengthen its equalisation policies have come under considerable scrutiny in the media over past years. Talk of spending caps, debate over cost of living allowances and the freedom of players to move within their labour market have generated significant
