Editor’s view: Police chasing wrong ball in Showdown ‘hat gate’ saga
Police would be far better advised to target the scourge of racist fan behaviour or a mascot’s assault, than the removal of a fan’s hat, writes the editor.
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Nicks’ fears for player, fan interaction after Crouch drama
Matthew Nicks says he fears for the future of close interactions between fans and AFL players after Matt Crouch was embroiled in a post-Showdown hat attack drama.
‘Elitist crap’: Koch says Showdowns need to lose ‘nastiness’
Showdown 56 proved to be one of the most heated games in a footy’s most heated rivalry. David Koch says both SA clubs need to come together to take the sting out of future Showdowns.
‘Did nothing wrong’: Port argument fails to save Houston
Dan Houston will miss the Grand Final — should Port Adelaide qualify — after being slapped with a hefty ban for his bump on Izak Rankine.
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Hope for young Crow after initial serious injury fears
Initial fears an Adelaide young gun’s season could be over with a knee injury have taken a positive turn, with the Crow instead hurting his hip.
Crows’ new ‘connector’ taking his chance and running with it
Adelaide called Brayden Cook “raw” when he was drafted back in 2020. The man himself says he was shocked how far off he was when he came to the Crows. Now, that’s all changed.
Percentage still a factor for Nicks as Crows fill their boots
Adelaide booted 21 goals to five in a comprehensive rout on Sunday. Despite having a draw to their name, Matthew Nicks said every bit of percentage counts.
The Lowdown: Crows’ most promising sign from big win
Two big wins at AFL level for both South Australian clubs left most footy supporters in the state happy. SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON unpacks the likes and dislikes in The Lowdown.
Why rising Crow ‘had to grow up’ and ditch the ‘Padawan braid’
When Luke Nankervis first arrived at West Lakes it was his Jedi ‘Padawan braid’ that caught the eye. Now he is making sure it is his footy that stands out, as he becomes a key part of the Crows.
Three rucks in three weeks? Port merry-go-round turns again
Ken Hinkley has hinted at a surprise return for Ivan Soldo before Port Adelaide’s bye, putting pressure on understudy Jordon Sweet as he returns to the Power side on Saturday.
SPP’s role in Power’s mid-season draft plans, Crows hunting talls
The Power are set to move injured star Sam Powell-Pepper to their inactive list, so what does this mean for their mid-season draft plans? Meanwhile, the Crows look to fill a glaring need.
Power’s concession over nine-day break as Crows take another hit
Normally a nine-day break would be something most clubs would jump at to give players a refresh over a mini-bye. However, Port assistant Josh Carr said the break may have done more harm than good as the Crows cop another injury blow.
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