Nicks hints at Draper sub role after Crows debut locked in
Sid Draper will play his first AFL game this weekend — but will it be as the sub? Crows coach Matthew Nicks has provided an insight into how the young star could be deployed.
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‘In the perfect world…’: Crows weigh in on AO Shield final saga
The Sheffield Shield final saga continues to drag on, and Crows CEO Tim Silvers has weighed in on what he would like to see happen as Peter Malinauskas waits for an AFL decision.
Team of the Century: Crows flag heroes overtaken by new era
Robran or Jenkins? Rehn or ROB? Bickley or Dangerfield? The Crows were top of the AFL in the late 90s, but picking a team since 2000 is much tougher. See Matt Turner’s team — and pick your own.
Into the fire: Burning questions every team will face in 2025
Will LDU re-sign? Will Chad Warner head west? Can the Lions contend without Joe Daniher? We examine the burning questions facing every club ahead of the 2025 season.
Unlikely Houston replacement emerges from Port’s injury carnage
Jeremy Finlayson has thrust his name forward to be Port Adelaide’s new backline attacking weapon as a surprise pre-season switch looks to have rejuvenated the Power veteran’s career.
Building the Barossa: Inside story of Gather Round’s fresh attraction
The Barossa Valley missed out to Mount Barker in the first two years of Gather Round. This is the story of how the small town of Lyndoch landed the footy festival — and the people behind it.
‘Quintessential Barossa’: First look at AFL’s newest $45m venue
The AFL’s newest venue is all but complete ahead of its introduction in April. MATT TURNER takes you inside the Barossa Valley’s new ground ahead of Gather Round.
Injury latest: Crow in doubt after training blow
Josh Rachele is in doubt for Adelaide’s last pre-season hitout after a training injury scare. MATT TURNER has the latest Crows news, including a round 1 bolter.
Dumped after 12 months: Crows know they got leaders wrong
Adelaide trumpeted the additions of four new leaders in 2024. Three of them are now gone a year later. Basically, the Crows got it wrong.
What we learned: All Aus smoky emerges, rookie’s huge statement
Tom De Koning is worth the price tag, we have an early Smokie for AA, and the Power has a serious concern. Here are nine things we learned from week one of pre-season practice games.
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