Lions’ agonising call on legend’s son
When Lachlan Johnson’s name appeared on the draft board, the Lions had a chance to snare the son of triple premiership legend Chris. But they let him go to Essendon. Here’s why.
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Flanders’ connection to new Suns Rowell, Anderson
Fremantle and Sydney were interested, but ultimately passed on Gippsland Power product Sam Flanders, paving the way for Gold Coast to reunite the Gippsland Power product with 1-2 picks Matt Rowell and Noah Anderson.
New Blue Martin moved to tears
It’s been a stressful six weeks for Carlton recruit Jack Martin. And as the new Blue faced the media, the emotion spilt over as the relieved midfielder spoke of his relief at joining his preferred home.
Dow: How new Tiger compares to Blue brother
New Richmond recruit Thomson Dow had to be told who his new club’s Round 1 opponent next year was, but he admits a showdown with brother Paddy would be “interesting”.
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SA draft prospects flying high
FIVE South Australians have been picked in Champion Data’s top 30 AFL draft prospects this year.
Top 20 revisited: Pendles tops ‘05 class
CARLTON opted for Marc Murphy, but a fellow on-baller has emerged as the true No. 1 pick. We reselect the top 20 picks of the 2005 draft.
AFL dream for the life of Riley
RILEY Bonner is a left-foot kicking sensation who models his game on playmaking backmen Grant Birchall (Hawthorn) and Jasper Pittard (Port Adelaide).
Bolton’s message to likely No.1 pick
BRENDON Bolton met likely No.1 pick Jacob Weitering for the first time last month. And what he said has the young defender itching to join Carlton.
‘Old man’ Weitering perfect fit for Blues
HE’S 17, talks like he’s 30 and plays like Alex Rance and Harry Taylor combined. But likely No. 1 draft pick Jacob Weitering has a warning for Carlton fans.
Markov jumps into draft contention
OLEG Markov was born to jump. He is the son of world champion pole vaulter Dmitri Markov, but found his calling playing footy at primary school.
Blair flies on to AFL radar
GEELONG Falcons boss Mick Turner has described one of Brett Blair’s finals games as “the best forward line display I’ve seen”.
Swans set to miss out on Dunkley
FATHER-son prospect Josh Dunkley is set to snub the Sydney Swans in favour of staying in his home state of Victoria and hoping to be drafted by a Melbourne club.
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