Dublin manager Jim Gavin has admitted that he is "baffled" that GAA's Central Council has opposed the introduction of a clock-stopping and hooter system.
Under the proposed system which was endorsed by the Football Review Committee (FRC), timekeeping would have been taken out of the referees' hands.
Speaking at the unveiling of Ballygowan and Energise Sport as the new Official Hydration Partners of Dublin GAA yesterday, Gavin says it would have been a great addition to the game.
"It came from a club, it was passed at Congress, now it's gone to Central Council and I believe Central Council blocked it and I'm not too sure why that has happened," he said.
"I think it's a fantastic initiative. It would add more excitement to the game, so it's a little bit baffling why it hasn't taken place. I don't know the logistical issues but they seem pretty straightforward to me.
"The games are exciting anyway, but it would really add to it, particularly when the games are so close.
"Not only for the players, but the viewing public at home and on TV and for the spectators as well, that would make it more interesting for them."
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