If proven to be positive additions to the game of Gaelic football, they will be brought in as rules for the 2020 SFC. The handpass change is simple in that it seeks to curb the possession-driven aspect of Gaelic football, while the sideline kick proposal is simply considered a means of encouraging more positive play. “The rules committee have thought hugely about if there are more ways to attack and kick the ball. “Some people at the coal-face of Gaelic football have thought hugely about how you can play the game as it was played in the past and like in many other sports not just Gaelic football defences become paramount. “Proposed changes are designed to enhance the core skills of Gaelic football.

Source: Irish Examiner October 03, 2018 04:41 UTC