Goalkicking guru to AFL greats reveals his tricks
Goalkicking coach David Wheadon has revealed an amazing stat with former AFL superstar Stevie Johnson, while lauding the special routines adopted by some of the best in the business.
Goalkicking coach David Wheadon has revealed an amazing stat with former AFL superstar Stevie Johnson, while lauding the special routines adopted by some of the best in the business.
Port Adelaide’s Karl Amon is attracting significant rival interest – and that was before he was dropped by Ken Hinkley. More clubs are now set to inquire about the free agent.
According to Jeff Kennett, nobody understands what’s happening on the ground anymore – not the fans, players or umpires themselves. And he has a message for the AFL.
Patrick Bines hoped telling his harrowing story would shed light on footy’s failed insurance and compensation schemes. It has worked, with the AFL called on to do better.
It feels like we’ve been talking about Collingwood’s forward woes for four years. But this stat truly is crazy. Read Robbo’s likes and dislikes.
Mick Malthouse believes the system is broken. From weak youth talent pools, free agency making the rich richer and shallow lists, something has to change before the AFL expands.
There are no complaints about boring footy this year as the game opens up for a new era of power forwards. But it could all disappear quickly, writes Jon Ralph.
Jeff Kennett can be a goose and has a track record for being loose with his mouth. But this is a club issue, not a Kennett issue. Read The Tackle.
A lopsided free-kick count totally overshadowed the Bulldogs first win of the season after victory over the Swans, so what did the coaches have to say about it?
An ex-AFL player who retired at 24 years of age after 15 concussions says he feared the league wasn’t taking the issue seriously enough and he was “gobsmacked” by his treatment.
The cheap takedown of Mick Malthouse, who tipped Essendon to win this year’s premiership, by an online betting agency deserves a whack, writes Mark Robinson. LIKES AND DISLIKES
Luke Jackson is completely content to let the early rounds of the season play out before making a decision on his future. Where does that leave the Dees?
Neil Balme says, at 70, he is “all good”, but the Richmond father figure has told the Sacked Podcast he requires ongoing medication to control brain seizures.
The AFL says it will probe a longstanding adviser on concussion after he was accused of allegedly treating at least four players for concussion while serving an agreed ban.
He was hailed the next Buddy Franklin long before he played an AFL game — Mark Robinson says those who lumped Jamarra Ugle-Hagan with huge pressure should learn from his slow burn.
Carlton’s midfield bullied Richmond as the physicality of Cripps, Hewett and Kennedy came to the fore. Kennedy’s rise is one of the reasons Blues fans can dare to dream, says Jon Ralph.
Nick Larkey got one over Hawk Tom Mitchell. It was smart but raises questions about being in the spirit of the game. And fans will hate it, Mark Robinson writes. LIKES AND DISLIKES
Jason Horne-Francis has been ordained as a superstar in the making, but how will he handle the heat of his debut? Mick Malthouse on the big questions facing the Roos.
A kick away from a grand final, Brenton Sanderson was brutally sacked just two seasons later. And it was the departure of Kurt Tippett that set off the Crows’ fall from grace.
The Bulldogs piled on eight consecutive goals and led by 22 points, but Melbourne never panicked, Christian Petracca reveals how he and the Demons stay cool in a crisis.
The sacred Sherrin came in for some undue heat last season as basic skill errors were blamed on brand new footies. Now the AFL has revealed its strategy to circumnavigate the issue.
Gillon McLachlan will one day ‘wake up and feel it’s time’ to step aside. But when will that be? The AFL boss opens up to Mark Robinson about his vision for 2022 and beyond.
Magpie fans — and several influential commentators — were shocked when Brayden Maynard was rubbed out for two weeks for striking. This is Mark Robinson’s message to them.
The microscope has been on St Kilda throughout the pre-season after a disappointing 2021. So what happens if the Saints lose to Collingwood?
Jacob Weitering is the Blues’ defensive pillar who gives great strength and leadership to their backline. But who replaces Liam Jones? Mick McGuane ranks all 18 AFL defences.
Just weeks after Zach Merrett inked a monster six-year deal, the Bombers have secured another big name who has been in stellar form and attracting a lot of interest.
Will the AFL pluck a CEO out of clubland or look inside its own doors at a former senior coach? Mark Robinson looks at the possible Steve Hocking replacements.
Collingwood lost several players due to its bungled salary cap dump, but have any of they made them pay? Every club’s recruits rated.
A renowned assistant coach has pulled out of the race to replace Nathan Buckley. See who remains in the hunt for the top job.
Melbourne’s form reversal has been a big surprise this season, but does it have the forward line to go all the way? Mick Malthouse dissects the Dees after a shock loss to GWS.
Few know the name Goaner Tutlan. But the former child soldier — with the help of Kevin Sheedy — paved the way for today’s African AFL stars, Mark Robinson writes.
Mason Cox missed his chance to impress new Pies coach Robert Harvey. Mark Robinson says a new club is needed to rescue the American Pie’s career.
St Kilda could have three of the AFL’s best talents. Instead, it is paying the price for a draft curse and missed opportunities to land a future star.
Carlton’s high-priced recruits are failing to live up to their price-tags — and the output of one of them is becoming a big issue, writes Mark Robinson.
To move forward under Robert Harvey, analyst Mick McGuane says there’s a key on-field decision Collingwood must get right. See the Magpies’ mid-season report card.
A top-four showdown and a clash of traditional rivals make the last bye round a tricky one for tipsters. See who our experts are picking.
Nathan Buckley evolved as a player, coach and person in almost three decades at Collingwood. And one special image will always be part of his legacy.
One of Carlton’s biggest names has defended coach David Teague after one of his assistants became the first victim of a sweeping review.
The sight of Nathan Buckley in the coaches’ box and his players in the rooms was staggeringly brutal. Ridiculous, in fact. Mark Robinson explains why.
Michael O’Loughlin felt ‘sick’ and ‘angry’ at the treatment of his people. He tells Mark Robinson of his cultural pride but fears for the future.
Mark Robinson has named his mid-season team of the year, and there are no Tigers. Check out the full side and have your say.
Demons ruckman Max Gawn probably suffered the most as inconsistency in a specific area of umpiring becomes more obvious. See Robbo’s likes and dislikes.
Max King was all set to meet with a former coach in the hope it could help fix his wayward kicking. That was until the session was cancelled at the last minute.
It was like the dialogue from a horror movie. Gillon McLachlan wasn’t just talking about one wild day. He was talking about the uncertainty of the immediate future.
Shai Bolton was invited to AFL House by league boss Gill McLachlan to discuss his nightclub fight. Mark Robinson reveals what happened next.
This off-season could shape the Hawthorn Football Club for the next decade. And it will all start in a crucial meeting with Alastair Clarkson.
We all love a whinge from time to time. But Richmond must stop airing its frustrations publicly and instead rediscover its flag-winning form, writes Mark Robinson.
Why are the Blues not giving their kids a chance to shine? Mick McGuane wonders if the club has already decided on their futures.
Richmond premiership star Alex Rance is all set to make his return to the game. Find out where he will be playing next.
The man the Roos plan to take No.1 in the Mid-Season Draft is so good, some club’s would have used a top-10 pick in the National Draft to get him.
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