Kevin Bartlett retires from Laws of the Game. Picture: Herald Sun Source: News Limited
RICHMOND legend Kevin Bartlett says he will continue to rail at interchange rates despite stepping down from the Laws of the Game committee on Tuesday.
Bartlett said he had voluntarily moved on after 20 years, denying he was protesting at the Commission's position on interchange numbers.
The 403-gamer said in 2012 the Commission had "dropped the ball" when it failed to dramatically restrict interchange, with a resolution capping rotation this year coming in at 120.
Bartlett believes it should be at a maximum of 80 and perhaps lower to rid the game of rolling mauls.
He has been a polarising figure on the Laws of the Game committee given the fan reaction, but says he was happy to step down when it was apparent premiership coach John Worsfold was available.
Umpires department officials Wayne Campbell and Hayden Kennedy replace Jeff Gieschen and Rowan Sawers, with Michael Christian replacing Peter Schwab, now at Brisbane.
Four-time premiership coach Leigh Matthews is expected to step down at year's end.
Bartlett urged the Laws of the Game committee and AFL Commission to be bold.
"No, I didn't resign in any protest. It was a rotation policy. I have been there the longest, so I am happy to put my hand up and move on,'' he said.
Former Eagles coach John Worsfold will join the AFL Rules Committee. Picture: Justin Benson-Cooper Source: News Limited
"I will still be banging on about the interchange. Maybe when it gets to 55,000 a year, then other people will jump up and down.
"My message to anyone who comes on the Laws of the Game committee, and message to the commissioners is always do what is best for the game. Don't worry about what is best for a club, or what is best for a coach.
"Worry about what is best for the game. Don't be waylaid by faction groups and people pushing agendas, think for yourself about what is best for the game."
The AFL has decided against any change to the interchange until the end of next season as it assesses the 120-interchange cap.
It has also cracked down on players deliberately ducking into tackles, and created some more leniency for players in marking contests.
Bartlett proved one of the most controversial figures on the committee, often using his SEN 1116 radio program to defend rule changes.
Under Bartlett's watch, the Laws of the Game Committee was responsible for contentious rules including hands in the back and sliding — forceful contact below the knees.
It's understood Bartlett thought the 'time was right' to step away.
Bartlett is one of four changes including Jeff Gieschen, Rowan Sawers and Peter Schwab, who resigned due to his role with the Brisbane Lions.
New umpires' boss Wayne Campbell joins the Laws of the Game Committee along with ex-West Coast coach John Worsfold and Michael Christian.
Laws Committee chairman, AFL football operations manager, Mark Evans welcomed the new arrivals.
"Our game relies on the experience and wisdom of many different views to consider the future direction of our game," he said in a statement.
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