FRC deliberate 'seven core enhancements' for Gaelic football

Sweeping changes to Gaelic football on the table including the sin bin and penalty changes

Proposal for a black card to replace the sin bin among the recommendations

The Football Review Committee (FRC) has published its final report which includes far-reaching proposals that could have a major impact on Gaelic football. The proposals are the result of a two-year review of the game and are designed to make it more attractive to fans and players. Some of the key proposals include: * Replacing the sin bin with a black card * Introducing a penalty for cynical fouls inside the 20-metre line * Allowing players to hand-pass the ball backwards * Reducing the number of players on each team from 15 to 14 The FRC believes that these changes will make the game more exciting and flowing. The proposals will now be considered by the GAA's Central Council and could be implemented as early as next year.

Proposal for a black card to replace the sin bin

One of the most controversial proposals is the introduction of a black card to replace the sin bin. The black card would see players sent off for 10 minutes for cynical fouls. The FRC believes that this would be a more effective deterrent than the current sin bin system, which sees players sent off for 10 minutes but can often return to the game before the end of the match.

Introducing a penalty for cynical fouls inside the 20-metre line

Another key proposal is the introduction of a penalty for cynical fouls inside the 20-metre line. This would see players penalised for fouls that are designed to prevent an opponent from scoring a goal. The FRC believes that this would help to reduce the number of cynical fouls and make the game more exciting.

Allowing players to hand-pass the ball backwards

The FRC is also proposing to allow players to hand-pass the ball backwards. This would change the current rule which only allows players to hand-pass the ball forwards. The FRC believes that this would make the game more flowing and allow teams to move the ball more quickly.

Reducing the number of players on each team from 15 to 14

Finally, the FRC is proposing to reduce the number of players on each team from 15 to 14. This would make the game more open and give players more space to express themselves. The FRC believes that this would make the game more exciting and attractive to fans. The FRC's proposals are likely to be debated by GAA fans and officials for some time to come. However, the FRC believes that these changes are necessary to make the game more exciting and attractive to fans and players.