Hinkley’s message to Power fans ahead of Adelaide Oval return
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has given Power fans a message ahead of their clash with the Western Bulldogs, a fortnight after being booed at a home game. MATT TURNER has the story.
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Trade grades: Experts rate best, worst SuperCoach moves
Every trade now will have a huge impact on our SuperCoach fortunes. Experts give their verdict on the most traded players ahead of round 17.
AFL Brownlow Predictor: Every club’s contenders in run home
A star from a big Vic club has surpassed the fast-starting Isaac Heeney in our 2024 SuperFooty Brownlow Predictor. Check out the leaders from your club as we near the end of the season.
The secret weapon behind Blues’ tribunal domination
More comfortable in a navy blue suit than a navy blue guernsey, Carlton has a secret weapon who’s already changed the game. SAM LANDSBERGER writes Peter O’Farrell gives the Blues an edge at the tribunal – and how Carlton might pay him back.
‘As long as he wants’: Fogarty dismisses Tex ‘replacement’ tag
Taylor Walker has poured cold water on rumours he might end his career at another club and now his forward partner Darcy Fogarty has addressed the speculation that he will be the veteran’s ‘replacement’.
The hug that revealed Bulldog’s bond with Bevo
The first thing Cody Weightman did on Tuesday morning was go give Luke Beveridge a hug. He tells SAM LANDSBERGER how much it meant to see his mentor stand up for him on TV on Monday night, and why it valiated his decision to re-sign.
Port’s quiet word with Tredrea revealed post radio controversy
Port Adelaide officials have spoken with board member Warren Tredrea following his ‘good call’ comment to a radio caller abusing Ken Hinkley. See what was said here.
Early Mail: Kangaroos reveal SuperCoach star’s foot worry
North Melbourne SuperCoach gun Zac Fisher was subbed off against the Bulldogs. Now the Kangaroos have revealed his diagnosis.
Swann: Academies, father-son rule vital to stave off talent poaching
The Lions are pleading with the league to leave AFL academies in Brisbane untouched as part of the competitive balance review, while, Jake Waterman is set to turn his back on significant rival interest.
‘Proppy’ Pie in doubt as skipper pressure mounts
With another star under an injury cloud after a loss, the focus at Collingwood has turned to the poor form of the club’s captain.
Stats Insider: What’s behind Matt Rowell SuperCoach slump?
See the numbers behind Matt Rowell’s dramatic drop-off plus the key SuperCoach stats you need to know this week, including a big midfield move at the Cats, CBAs and kick-ins.
Ball-tracking tech a success, could be brought in for AFLW season
The AFL are so pleased with their ball-tracking technology trial in the VFL, that they are considering its introduction for the upcoming AFLW season. JON RALPH has exclusive details.
The Lowdown: Defenders stand up as Crows, Power bounce back
It was a bumper weekend for the Power and Crows, with both coming into must-win games under intense pressure. Simeon Thomas-Wilson runs through his likes and dislikes in The Lowdown.
Crows one step closer to Thebby after landmark deal
The Crows are on track to begin construction on a new home base at Thebarton Oval later this year, after the club cleared a huge SANFL hurdle on Monday.
Others stagnated or regressed, but these four Crows are standing up
Adelaide’s season hasn’t gone to plan, but four players are emerging as bright spots and they were all among the Crows’ best in a win over the Giants. Plus the two players the club should re-sign.
Who next? The glaring problem that should frighten Crows fans
Adelaide has two 28-year-old ruckmen it isn’t convinced about — and no obvious replacement once they move on. SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON delves into the ruck problem the Crows can’t ignore any longer.
‘You’re kidding’: Hinkley truth laid bare
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has opened up after his emotional reaction last weekend, but it’s also raised more questions.
Emotion spills over for embattled coach
The emotion of a week from hell got too much for embattled Port coach Ken Hinkley after their narrow win over St Kilda.
Emotional Hinkley on what almost brought him to tears
In the immediate aftermath of Port Adelaide’s two-point win over St Kilda on Sunday, coach Ken Hinkley held back tears talking about his team on the ground. He later explain just what it all meant.
Turner: When the time could come for Ken
AFL clubs rarely change coaches when a team is in the finals mix – but more efforts like last Saturday could be a bridge too far for Port Adelaide’s hierarchy, writes MATT TURNER.
Moneyball: New Blues hero locked in until 2026
One of the heroes in Carlton’s emergence as a genuine premiership contender has been rewarded with a contract extension. Plus, all the latest trade whispers in Moneyball.
Relationship status: How Clarry, Dees are really doing off the field
Clayton Oliver is in a serious form slump on the field and his contract to 2030 has been criticised as one of the worst in football. But will either affect his future at Melbourne? Here’s the latest.
Hawk talk: Veteran trio’s future made clear, latest on Irishman
See the latest on the futures of Jack Gunston, Luke Breust and Sam Frost as the Hawks close in on re-signing an Irishman on a long-term deal.
The empty promise behind Lobb’s likely trade request
Before Rory Lobb was traded to the Bulldogs at the end of 2022, coach Luke Beveridge was the one to make the personal sales pitch – and it’s now the catalyst behind his likely next move.
SuperCoach position changes: Full list of likely new DPPs
The last batch of SuperCoach dual-position players for 2024 will be added this weekend. See who is in line for DPP – and what Izak Rankine needs to do to qualify.
‘Dodging landmines’: SuperCoach leader reveals trade secrets
The No.1 ranked SuperCoach says he backed his gut in 2024, but there is some serious strategy behind his success. See his best calls and advice for other coaches.
State League SuperCoach scores: Can Cats ignore 179-point game?
Shaun Mannagh is banging down the door for an AFL recall while a young ruckman scores an insane 219 points. See full SuperCoach scores from the VFL, SANFL and WAFL.
SuperCoach takeaways: Unsung Tiger ruins Charlie trades
A point of difference Saint dazzled while one popular trade-in megastar flopped. See the SuperCoach takeaways and relive all the action here.
AFLW set for illicit drugs policy overhaul
AFLW players will be brought in line with their male counterparts as part of an overhaul of the drug policy. SAM LANDSBERGER has the details.
Bid to revive hybrid format hits hurdle
The AFL and women’s players are eager to revive International Rules, but a major obstacle stands in the way of a Gather Round fixture.
Big changes to AFLW draft
With the average AFLW wage set to hit a record high in 2025, the competition has fallen in line with the AFL.
AFLW’s landmark move to shake up draft process
AFLW players will enter an open draft in a landmark move for the football’s elite women’s competition, leaving the country’s best young players open to head anywhere in Australia.
Ranked: The Southern Football League’s top 40 players of 2024
There is plenty of star power in the Southern Football League this season so we’ve ranked the 40 best players in the competition for 2024. See who made the cut.
Footy bosses vent amid Crows, Port backyard blitz fears
Adelaide and Port Adelaide’s continuation in the SANFL is not without controversy, writes Andrew Capel.
Adamson: John’s answer to sport’s greatest wonder
People like this former undercover cop and Kenilworth Football Club stalwart have always fascinated me, writes Jess Adamson.
Rostrevor on a roll: 10 things we learned in local SA footy
A revitalised Adelaide Footy League power has retained top spot on the ladder with another impressive 2024 win. See the 10 things we learned in local SA footy’s country and suburban competitions this weekend.
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Join the Herald Sun’s Lauren Wood and the team as they talk through the big news of the week, and what’s set for the weekend of footy.
AFL boss: Umpiring as good as it’s ever been
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has responded to the widespread criticism of the quality of officiating this season – and his comments have raised eyebrows.
Gather Round 2025 dates announced — and flight prices spike
The AFL has only just announced the dates for Gather Round 2025 and airline prices are seemingly soaring.
Robbo: Ex-coach’s radical umpiring solution, ‘pathetic’ AFL slammed
A former AFL coach wants to abandon one of the pillars of our game in what would be a radical change to the way matches are umpired. MARK ROBINSON has the details.
Unstoppable and untaggable: The five midfield guns dominating AFL
There are five star midfielders taking control of this 2024 AFL season, and good luck trying to tag them. JOSH BARNES looks at the eye-popping numbers.
Scott reveals AFL’s admission over controversial free kicks
Essendon coach Brad Scott has revealed what the AFL communicated to the Bombers after a number of costly umpiring calls on Saturday night. Plus why the league haven’t publicly clarified the decisions.
The Tackle: Why Mitchell could be coach of the year
John Longmire would be the front runner if coach of the year was awarded today. Justin Longmuir and Chris Scott are also contenders, but MARK ROBINSON writes that none of them have come from the clouds like Sam Mitchell.
How David Rodan went from kicking snags to waving flags
David Rodan spent his career splitting the big sticks, but has since forged a serious career waving flags between them. JON ANDERSON speaks to the man behind footy’s happiest grin ahead of his 100th game.
Full ranking points: New top-10 draft contender emerges
South Australians had their last chance to impress AFL recruiters at the Under 18 National Championships, while a new contender has thrown his hand up for pick one. See the full scouting notes and ranking points.
Huge blow as luckless Giant set for another stint on sidelines
Josh Kelly has done another calf, less than a month after returning from a similar injury in a massive blow to the Giants’ hopes, plus see the latest on James Sicily’s shoulder injury.
U18 Scouting Report: WA v Vic Country stats, standouts
A smooth-moving West Australian midfielder has caught the eye in his state’s final under-18 carnival match – but he couldn’t match the dominance of highly-touted Victorian. See all the standouts.
Caldwell: Dons won’t fall off cliff again in home stretch
Last year the Dons sat fifth after Round 17 before bombing out of the top eight by season’s end. Star onballer Jye Caldwell says this time will be different. Plus see his take on the midfield mix.
‘Always looking’: Suns coach fuels Dusty rumour
As the rumour mill goes into overdrive over Dustin Martin’s future, his former coach has left the door open for a reunion.
Saints: King can rebound just like Curnow
Max King is out for the remainder of the 2024 season after tearing his posterior cruciate ligament. But St Kilda are confident he can bounce back in a similar vein to a Blues star.
AFL boss’ six words draw widespread ridicule
In the face of widespread criticism of AFL umpires, Andrew Dillon just uttered the words that may define his time in charge.
Boyd free to play after marathon tribunal hearing
Carlton’s Jordan Boyd is free to play GWS on Saturday night after the Blues successfully appealed his one-week ban for a high hit on Rhyan Mansell. See the details here.
Star’s ‘cheeky sledges’ to in-demand Cat before big deal
Jeremy Cameron didn’t speak to Tyson Stengle about his contract, but he did crack a couple of gags on the training track. And he feels the environment at the Cats helped convince him to stay.
18 reasons why: The next draft moves that could launch Roos
As it stands, North Melbourne will have the No. 1 pick in November’s draft. Will the Roos take Victorian Josh Smillie? Or could they trade it? JON RALPH looks at the club’s path back to September.
‘We were boring’: Demon’s alarming admission
For the past two games Melbourne hasn’t kicked a final-quarter goal, with the worrying trend painting a concerning picture for the Demons.
Sad sight as Dusty subbed out for Tigers
Dustin Martin struggled with a back problem and had little impact during Richmond’s heavy AFL loss to the Blues.
Roos CEO talks new second home, hopes Thomas plays AFL again
North Melbourne CEO Jen Watt has opened up about the club’s move away from Hobart as a second home when Tasmania joins the competition. Plus her hope for Tarryn Thomas.
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