The league sent a video to clubs to clarify the interpretation of holding the ball. The first three examples are where umpires are expected to award a free kick for holding the ball. The final two examples are where umpires are expected to call play on. The league sent a video to clubs to clarify the interpretation of holding the ball. The first three examples are where umpires are expected to award a free kick for holding the ball. The final two examples are where umpires are expected to call play on. Sport / AFL Sydney Morning Herald – Latest News