7. Free Pass

Question 1

What is a Free Pass and when is it awarded?

Answer 1

7. Free Passes:
   a) A free pass is awarded when the ball or ball carrier has gone into touch, 5 metres in from the touchline where the ball or ball carrier went into touch.
   b) At a free pass, the opposition must be 7 metres back from the mark. (Sanction: Free Kick) At a free pass, the passer must start with the ball in both hands and, when the referee calls “Play”, pass the ball backwards through the air to a member of their team. For safety reasons, no player from either team may run until the pass is made.