History of Superules / M.A.F / AFL Masters
Superules was conceived from the idea for players, 35 years and over,
being able to continue playing the sport they love, but without the
heavy commitment required during their earlier days in the sport.
Superules was formulated in the country areas of Victoria during 1980
by founder John Hammer and other like-minded football fanatics
and continues to grow from there...
SUPERULES - EXPANDING to MASTERS - the 1990s
Oct 1990
Eighth Superules Australia National Carnival, Melbourne, Victoria. - Inaugural Masterules Competition of 8 teams.
Superules continued with 2 divisions and saw for the first time teams that teams are to be promoted and relegated.
Oct 1991
Ninth Superules Australia National Carnival, Darwin, Opening Marrara Sporting Complex.
All Australian Team played in the 25th Umpires Pre-season Lighting Carnival.
Oct 1992
10th National Carnival, Labrador FC Queensland Gold Coast.
Introduction of Seniorules for players 45 years and over.
Apr 1993
WA versus Victoria Official Opening Australian Masters Games Fremantle.
Oct 1993
11th Superules Australia National Championship, Hobart, Tasmania
Oct 1994
12th Superules Australia National Championship, Perth, Western Australia.
WA, Qld, SA and NSW provided Seniorules teams as the Championships continue to grow.
Mar 1995
Bruce Arlow stood down after serving as President since 1988
Oct 1995
13th Superules Australia National Championships, Sydney, New South Wales
Sep 1996
14th Superules Australia National Championships, Adelaide, South Australia
Apr 1997
National Insurance Scheme introduced for players and administrators
Sept 1997
15th Superules Australia National Championships, Kardinia Park, Geelong, Victoria. First time on AFL ground.
Record number of 28 teams across three age divisions plus first ever over 50's match.
Sept 1998
16th Superules Australia National Championships, Duntroon RMC, Canberra, ACT
Oct 1999
17th Superules Australia National Championships, Darwin, Northern Territory