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Simeon Thomas-Wilson is an AFL reporter based in Adelaide for News Corp’s National Sports Newsroom and CODE Sports. Prior to that he reported on sport, crime, politics and urban affairs for The Advertiser in Adelaide and The Mercury in Hobart. In 2021 he won the Clinton Grybas award for the best emerging talent in football media.

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AFL

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 23: Riley Thilthorpe of the Crows marks over Trent McKenzie of the Power during an AFL practice match between Port Adelaide Power and Adelaide Crows at Alberton Oval on February 23, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Thilthorpe walks the walk after summer talk in Showdown praccy

Riley Thilthorpe showed why his improvement has been a talking point in the summer after a promising display in the pre-season Showdown. Plus more notes on the Crows and Power here.

Port Adelaide

NEWS ADVPort training photosXAVIER WALSH 45 AND JOSH SINN 8 Image/Russell Millard Photography

Why Power young gun isn’t feeling the heat over slow start to career

In the two years since he was drafted Josh Sinn has managed just four games for Port Adelaide. But after a stellar internal trial he’s confident he’s turned the corner.

Port Adelaide

Port high flyer left with one box to tick to prove round 1 readiness

Mitch Georgiades’ has ramped up his comeback bid with an impressive showing in Port Adelaide’s latest trial game — but, he still has one major area where he must convince the Power coaches.

Melbourne

Oliver named in Demons pre-season squad — with a catch

After an interrupted pre-season, Clayton Oliver will suit up against the Tigers on Sunday in a match simulation — but not where you would expect.

AFL

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 29: Matthew Nicks, Senior Coach of the Crows during the 2023 AFL Round 20 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Port Adelaide Power at Adelaide Oval on July 29, 2023 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Crows open talks with Nicks over new deal

Adelaide has praised the impact of Matthew Nicks, who is in talks to extend his time as Crows coach ahead of a season where the club is targeting a return to finals.

AFL News

Izak Rankine at the first Adelaide Crows pre-reason training run. Picture AFC

Rankine faces uncertain role as Crows midfield crunch looms

While Adelaide thinks Izak Rankine will spend more time on the ball this season, there’s no guarantee that will happen every week. Here’s why.

AFL

MELBOURNE . 08/02/2023. AFL. Essendon training at Tullamarine. Kaine Baldwin of the Bombers kicks at goal . Pic: Michael Klein

Luckless Dons defender set for extended stint on the sidelines

A luckless young Bomber is set for another stint on the sidelines after a cruel injury crippled a strong pre-season, while a Pies draftee and Hawks gun have been ruled out of Round 1.

Crows

‘Puppy fat’ lost, spirits up: Why 2024 looms as Thilthorpe’s year

Riley Thilthorpe is Adelaide’s highest ever draft pick. He’s shown glimpses of his incredible talent but is yet to fully make his mark. This is how he is going to change this.

Crows

What to watch for in Crows’ 2024 internal trial

Who will win a spot in defence? Will Darcy Fogarty play? What role will Dan Curtin have and who will get more midfield minutes? Here’s what to watch out for in Adelaide’s intraclub.

AFL

Jason Horne Francis at McLaren Vale Primary School Presser. Pictured on 13 Feb 2024. Picture: Ben Clark

‘I don’t really mind’: How JHF is set to tackle the boos in 2024

Jason Horne-Francis says he’s grateful for the challenges that came in 2023, as the young Power star battled opposition fans throughout his first season at Port Adelaide.

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