‘Tipping point’: Why Saints say AFL must act on draft wipeouts
Northern clubs’ academies have come under fresh attack ahead of the most compromised draft in AFL history, with the Saints labelling this year a ‘tipping point’. See their case here.
GWS
‘Kid with the Lid’ on outgrowing his nickname and midfield shift
The ‘Kid with the Lid’ might soon be graduating as budding GWS superstar Darcy Jones looks to shake the tag and become one of the most damaging players in the competition.
Inside the draft master plan which made Cadman a Giant
Critics laughed at GWS Giants when they traded up to make Aaron Cadman the first pick in 2022 — but, it was all part of the master plan to land the club’s long-term spearhead. Lachlan McKirdy finds out more.
The one weakness keeping GWS from being ‘unstoppable’
After defeating the reigning premiers, the Giants’ midfield group holds the key to their ultimate success. But, there’s one weakness which is holding them back – Lachie McKirdy unpacks it.
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Walking with Giants: Green in rare company as milestone looms
As he approaches his 100th AFL game, Tom Green is on track to go down as one of the AFL’s most prolific midfielders — ever. Lachlan McKirdy finds out what drives the milestone Giant.
Kingsley makes frank admission on Stringer’s fitness after benching
Jake Stringer hasn’t been able to fire since his move to the Giants, and Adam Kingsley says the star forward may need a week on the sidelines to get his fitness up to senior level.
What they’ve said, players who must lift: Ultimate Syd derby guide
Sydney’s season is on the brink. GWS Giants’ top-eight charge is faltering. It’s one of the biggest Sydney derbies in recent memory for both clubs. Lachlan McKirdy has all you need to know.
Shock move could gift big Vic club extra MCG game
A Victorian club could cash in with an extra game at the MCG, with one of the AFL’s interstate teams weighing up a surprise move to sell a game to help boost its hopes of finals success.
Swans or Giants? Who’s really winning the race for NSW talent
The Swans are Giants are set to do battle this weekend on the field, but their rivalry for local talent is just as fierce off the field. See which club comes out on top in the NSW Academy race.
Tsunami fears: Has ‘embarrassed’ GWS lost its greatest weapon?
GWS Giants’ greatest weapon has become one of its greatest failings, with damning statistics revealing how badly the club’s midfield was exposed by Western Bulldogs.
Got Bevo’d: Bulldogs stamp finals claim in coaching masterclass
The Western Bulldogs have claimed a statement victory over GWS — with the win set up by some key tactical moves from the coaches’ box exposing a big weakness of the Giants.
‘Toothless’ Giants under fire, but help is on the way
The Giants’ attack was labelled as “toothless” by an AFL legend after they managed only four goals against the Crows. But they’re set for an immediate boost against the Bulldogs.
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