Who Gold Coast won’t chase in frantic trade period
Gold Coast will try to fix a major issue by poaching experienced players from rival clubs. But there is one type of player the Suns have ruled out – despite the immediate sugar hit.
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Rising Sun set for Hardwick meeting as Pies hover
Fringe Gold Coast midfielder Alex Davies’ future is in the balance, with clubs including Collingwood being linked with a trade swoop for the 22-year-old.
Suns footy boss lifts lid on Lukosius trade talks
Gold Coast football boss Wayne Campbell says the club is happy for Jack Lukosius to speak with rivals, but the Suns won’t be giving him away for nothing.
‘Learn to walk again’: Suns star who rewired her brain
Gold Coast AFLW recruit Katie Lynch explains how countless hours of walking up and down steps to the beat of a metronome helped teach her brain and body to walk again as she battled a chronic Achilles injury.
Fight another Day: Inaugural Sun keen to play on
Sam Day wants to extend his AFL career at a second club after being delisted by the Gold Coast, declaring he still has “a lot to give”.
Crows target another Sun as Luko trade gains momentum
Alex Neal-Bullen wants to get to Adelaide and things are lining up for the Crows in their pursuit of Jack Lukosius. And, now, another Gold Coast forward is in the trade mix.
Unwanted to club champion: Breakout Sun fuelled by Lion envy
She’s gone from unwanted at St Kilda to a club champion on the Gold Coast. Now Claudia Whitfort is targeting an even greater prize — knocking Brisbane off its premiership perch.
Magpie’s preferred trade destination revealed
Collingwood says it will “consider” a trade request made by a contracted defender after the Pies’ season ended on the weekend.
Field of dreams: Breakout Sun’s long road to MCG
This time last year, Sam Clohesy called Werribee’s Chirnside Park home. He speaks to CALLUM DICK about how he went from a VFL hopeful to playing on the MCG for the first time as a Sun.
Suns speak out as Lukosius exit rumours intensify
Gold Coast co-captain Touk Miller has weighed in on the future of Jack Lukosius after a dominant VFL outing intensified speculation about him returning to South Australia.
Viney the hero today – but ’we’ll see’ about the future
Jack Viney led the charge as the Demons hit back after a week from hell on the Gold Coast. But the midfield bull didn’t exactly guarantee his Melbourne future post-match.
Suns take hard line on omitted tall
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has weighed in on a contracted forward’s future at the club after his sensational omission.
Moneyball: Star Don signs mega deal, rivals eye fringe Pies
Breakout Bomber Jye Caldwell has signed a long-term contract extension. Plus, rival clubs are circling several fringe Collingwood players. FULL DETAILS in Moneyball.
The ‘false’ statement that proves Suns can live without Lukosius
It was once said Jack Lukosius would always have a spot in Gold Coast’s senior team. Now, the Suns have proven they can live without him. CALLUM DICK explains why.
Eagles gun ‘wants out’ in AFL trade rumour
One of West Coast’s premiership stars is poised to request a trade as he’s keen to sign a long-term deal at a Victorian contender.
Manunda Hawks’ PNG Contingent Driving AFL Cairns forward
A brigade of Papua New Guinean (PNG) AFL Cairns players are blazing a path for future growth across the Pacific. Meet the six players here.
‘Nothing’s easy’: Scott laments another Bombers season fadeout
Bombers coach Brad Scott promises fans his players are more disappointed than anybody to see their finals hopes disappear as he promises to make a ‘concerted effort’ to fix their issues.
‘Not backing down’: Ex-AFL star adamant Dusty is bound for Suns
A former AFL star has boldly claimed Dustin Martin’s retirement is part of a “long play” strategy to reunite with Damien Hardwick and continue his career on the Gold Coast.
‘This is different’: Why Suns say Hardwick’s first year not wasted
Another year without finals beckons for the Gold Coast Suns — but according to their vice-captain, this time a failure to reach the top eight is different. CALLUM DICK explains why.
‘We’ve failed’: Frustrated Hardwick says ‘tough calls’ loom for Suns
A frank Damien Hardwick has conceded “we’ve failed” after watching his Gold Coast side’s hopes of a maiden finals berth evaporate in a season-defining loss to West Coast.
‘Past his best at 28’: Suns’ fears for battering ram Rowell
Damien Hardwick has conceded the Suns need to better manage Matt Rowell’s workload amid fears his own tenacity could cut his time short at the top level.
Ex-Suns coach Dew’s role in Brisbane resurgence hailed
Brisbane Lions have hailed the role former Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has played in their rise to premiership contention this year, revealing how the unlikely union came about.
The reason Dusty won’t snare big Gold Coast payday
Gary Ablett Jr was paid stacks of AFL cash to head to the Gold Coast, but there’s a big reason Dusty wouldn’t should he decide to move, while Lance Franklin is considering a return to football.
Tigers hero who ‘brought together football club’ calls time
Damien Hardwick was there for Brandon Ellis’ first game and his last, and has lauded the Tigers’ tenacity and vulnerability as he calls time on his career.
‘To Dimma’: Retiring Sun’s emotional tribute
A Gold Coast wingman has called time on his 251-game career and paid tribute to his former coach at two different clubs.
AFL explodes, penalty defies ‘common sense’
AFL fans were left enraged by a seriously harsh umpiring call that appeared to decide Essendon’s thrilling loss to the Gold Coast.
Dons to seek answers after players ‘bewildered’ by umpiring decisions
Essendon coach Brad Scott will seek clarification from the umpiring department after he said his players were blindsided by some decisions on the Gold Coast.
‘I want Stringer’: Rising Sun has star Bomber in crosshairs
There are few tougher tasks in footy than stopping a rampant Jake Stringer. Bodhi Uwland tells CALLUM DICK why he wants that job after emerging as a key member of Gold Coast’s backline.
How Collingwood can help solve AFL’s ‘biggest issue’
A bold plan from Collingwood could be the first step to addressing what has been labelled the AFL’s “biggest issue”. Find out more here.
Will new tackle rule leave Suns’ greatest weapon vulnerable?
Matt Rowell has been charging towards being considered an elite AFL midfielder this year. But, the AFL’s holding the ball tweak could stunt his progress. Here’s why.
Fatal flaw? Star Sun’s numbers in defeat a worrying sign for Dimma
Gold Coast’s humbling at the hands of Carlton exposed a fatal flaw in its makeup, one that one of their biggest stars must put to bed if they are going to play finals for the first time.
Return of the ‘brutal Blues’ delivers warning to rivals
The relentless pressure which had Carlton ranked among the top premiership contenders is back — and as CHRIS CAVANAGH writes, it couldn’t have come at a better time.
‘Dangerous’ issue AFL needs to fix
Carlton coach Michael Voss and Suns coach Damien Hardwick have put the AFL’s umpiring in the spotlight once again.
The SOS deal that might come back to hurt Blues – today
Matt Rowell and best mate Noah Anderson were always Gold Coast bound in 2019. But a draft night trade by Carlton also handed the Suns another Victorian young gun.
Dimma wants Vic clubs ‘named and shamed’ over travel bias
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick was seething at ‘laughable’ suggestions from Victorian clubs questioning the legitimacy of travel burdens for interstate sides.
King of the Coast: Career-best numbers for Suns gun
Ben King’s incredible form has shot him to the top of the Coleman Medal tally, making for a mouthwatering encounter with Carlton stars Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay this weekend.
SA return? Dimma, gun Sun’s strong response to trade murmurs
Jack Lukosius starred against Geelong on Thursday night slotting five goals. Could he return home to South Australia come trade time? The star Sun and his coach have their say.
‘It’s not about umpires…’: Scott bites tongue after historic belting
Chris Scott didn’t miss in his discussion about umpiring last week. But, despite a lopsided free kick count, he took a different approach after Gold Coast dismantled his side in Darwin.
Suns make Top End statement with dominant Cats win
The Suns are in the AFL’s top eight after a breathtaking performance in Darwin gave them a 64-point win over Geelong.
Three takeaways from the Suns’ slaughter of the Cats
Seven Gold Coast Suns went nuclear in a record-breaking night against Geelong in Darwin. See our SuperCoach takeaways and relive the updates here.
AFL world reacts to new Welcome to Country
There has been a mixed reaction to a different take on the Welcome to Country for the AFL clash in Darwin.
How shockwaves from Bowes trade will be felt for years
Two years ago, Gold Coast’s homegrown talent Jack Bowes was traded away for nothing. CALLUM DICK unpacks the AFL’s most controversial trade ahead of Bowes’ first meeting with the club that didn’t want him.
AFL teams: Raft of stars rested in NT heat
Gold Coast and Geelong have pulled some surprise selection calls ahead of Thursday night’s big clash in Darwin. SEE THE FULL TEAMS
Newest Suns Academy gun headlines Allies squad
After producing four picks in the top 30 last year, Gold Coast’s Academy is coming back for more at the Under 18 National Championships. See the full Allies squad here.
Suns to target ‘damaging’ Cats star
Geelong star Tom Stewart can expect plenty of attention from the Gold Coast Suns in Darwin on Thursday night.
From career crossroads to historic run: Young Sun vindicating Dimma
Damien Hardwick once declared Mac Andrew could be “one of the best players to play the game,” yet to start 2024 he wasn’t in the Suns’ team. Now, the young gun is in a historic purple patch.
‘The wheel will turn’: Clarkson buoyant after North’s latest loss
North Melbourne is still winless after a trip to the Top End on Saturday night. But coach Alastair Clarkson remains steadfast that the fortunes of his club will eventually turn.
Lions laud AFL’s ‘clear’ message about slurs
The AFL’s decision to give a Suns star a lengthy ban for his use of a homophobic slur towards a Lions player has been applauded by Brisbane coach Chris Fagan.
‘Unacceptable’: Suns condemn star’s homophobic slur
Gold Coast and the AFL Players Association have comdemned Wil Powell after he was handed a five-match ban for a homophobic slur directed at a Brisbane opponent.
‘It shouldn’t happen’: Dimma’s revelation from QClash hiding
Damien Hardwick has revealed details of Gold Coast’s QClash inquisition and how his side will avoid repeating the mistakes it made against a battered Brisbane.
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