‘Disgrace’: ‘Sore loser’ Hawks torn to shreds
Sam Mitchell had been widely praised for his handling of Friday night’s fiery final — but Hawthorn’s antics have now been branded “pathetic”.
Port Adelaide
Rockliff: Hinkley punishment a ‘disgrace’
Tom Rockliff has gone into bat for his old coach Ken Hinkley, calling the AFL’s $20,000 fine a ‘disgrace’ – and declaring the game has bigger problems than cracking down on characters.
Track watch: Concern for Marshall as Dixon, Burton press cases
Ryan Burton and Charlie Dixon are pressing their cases, as is the hamstrung Kane Farrell. However, concerns over Todd Marshall’s future are lingering. Catch all the news from Port Adelaide training.
Hinkley fine GoFundMe unexpectedly shut down
Port fans pledged thousands via GoFundMe to help coach Ken Hinkley pay off his controversial fine on Friday, before the fundraiser was shut down.
Robbo: Port fury justified as Kenny locked in for 2025
Ken Hinkley will coach Port Adelaide next season – you can lock that in, writes MARK ROBINSON. But a certain AFL figure won’t be welcome, with the Power filthy at the league’s embarrassing overstep.
Hinkley‘s huge fine over Jack Ginnivan rant
The AFL has handed down its punishment to Ken Hinkley after the Port coach lost his cool following his side’s win over Hawthorn.
Financial whack confirmed for Ken after post-game taunt at Hawks
The AFL has handed down a financial sanction for Ken Hinkley after a post-match altercation with Hawk Jack Ginnivan.
The night famous names became finals heroes in their own right
With backs to the wall, coming off four consecutive finals losses, Port Adelaide needed new September heroes. Enter two names synonymous with the big stage. Watch the video.
Ginnivan’s stunning Instagram confession
While Ken Hinkley’s outburst overshadowed Port’s big win, Jack Ginnivan quietly made a jaw-dropping confession over his Insta post.
If the Hawks are going to dish it out, they should be able to cop it back
Instead of mouthing off with the Power coach, a better use of James Sicily’s time might be to practice his goalkicking, writes the Editor.
Please explain: Sicily doubles down as AFL puts heat on Ken
Hawthorn skipper James Sicily has spoken out about last night’s heated exchange with Power coach Ken Hinkley – an incident that has now drawn an official ‘please explain’ from the AFL.
‘What we love about Ken’: Power boss backs Hinkley’s outburst
Ken Hinkley has come under fire for his clash with Jack Ginnivan and James Sicily, but the Power’s boss has backed him to the hilt, saying his emotion is what the club loves about him.
Why Ken is one of Port’s biggest success stories
Tom Rockliff spent four seasons under Ken Hinkley. He says regardless of if the Port mentor finishes with silverware, he’s transformed the club for the better. MATT TURNER dives into Ken’s legacy.
Matthews: ‘Smartarse’ Ken should be embarrassed
AFL legend Leigh Matthews has slammed Ken Hinkley’s post-match sledge aimed at Jack Ginnivan as the league weighs up whether to penalise the Power coach. HAVE YOUR SAY
Huge flight price hike before Power’s Sydney prelim final clash
Power fans will be forced to pay a premium to fly to Sydney for the blockbuster preliminary final against the Swans.
Marshall cleared last night – but career under a cloud today
Despite returning to the field on Friday night, Port Adelaide forward Todd Marshall has entered concussion protocols after copping yet another head knock.
Coach incident twists as backstory emerges
A backstory to Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley’s fiery stoush with Hawthorn players has emerged after an ugly end to Friday’s final.
AFL star admits one regret over coach incident
The AFL is reportedly looking into the incident between Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley and Hawthorn players over one detail.
Player ratings: The key to Port keeping flag dream alive
Port Adelaide was desperate on Friday night – and no one typified the Power’s renewed fight more than Willem Drew. Is he set for a bigger job next week? We rate every player.
In pictures: The Power army at Adelaide Oval
The Power faithful packed Adelaide Oval for a sellout semi final against Hawthorn. Did we snap you? See the full gallery.
Robbo: Let’s not hang Kenny for Ginnivan taunt
Under the pressure-cooker of footy, Ken Hinkley’s side produced their finest hour. But with all eyes on what happened after, Mark Robinson writes, let’s not hang Ken for the incident.
Port overcome Hawks in classic to book prelim date with Swans
Port Adelaide and Hawthorn have put on a final for the ages, with the Power emerging from the week from hell to book a date with Sydney in a preliminary final next Friday.
Aus Post plane, world on edge: Relive Hawks-Port finals epic
Ahead of tonight’s game, take a look back at an unbelievable semi-final between the Power and Hawks in 2001 that took place just days after the 9/11 attacks.
Teams: Power turn to young gun, tagger returns for Giants
Port Adelaide has turned to a young gun to aid its defensive woes, while Hawthorn has confirmed Sam Frost’s replacement. See all the teams here.
‘Never Tear Us Apart’: What INXS really thinks about Port’s pre-game ritual
Inside a packed Adelaide Oval, the Power has made the famous 80s anthem their own. So what does the band think about it all?
Rioli the target of ‘abhorrent’ racial abuse during Showdown
Port Adelaide and the Crows have condemned a racist online post directed at small forward Willie Rioli during the Power’s Showdown 56 win on Saturday night.
Houston sent straight to tribunal over Rankine hit
Dan Houston is staring down the prospect of a missed final series after he was sent directly to the tribunal after a massive hit on Izak Rankine in Saturday night’s Showdown.
‘Very, very fair footballer’: Ken, Nicks react to brutal Houston hit
A sickening bump from Dan Houston became the story of Showdown 56, as Matthew Nicks and Ken Hinkley react to the moment that ignited fury between the Crows and the Power.
Port’s Showdown win helps shed questions of big-game credentials
Port’s recent record in finals is not one to celebrate, but with Showdown 56 a finals-like game, the Power answered some important questions heading into September, writes Matt Turner.
Player ratings: Who starred, who flopped in Showdown 56
Zak Butters won the Showdown medal in a clash that had it all. But who else starred? And who couldn’t cut it on the big stage? We rate every player. HAVE YOUR SAY.
‘Top 5 all-time’: Celebration blows AFL away
Adelaide’s Josh Rachele has left Port Adelaide fans seeing red after delivering one of the most savage goal celebrations of the year.
46-1 Showdown rankings: The kid who could derail Port’s dream
On Saturday night, 46 players will step out onto Adelaide Oval for the Showdown. But who is the most important? Who holds the key to victory? Simeon Thomas-Wilson ranks every name 46-1.
More Crows than Power stars? Our ultimate Showdown best 23
The teams are in for Saturday night’s Showdown 56. But who would make a combined side? We’ve picked the ultimate line-up – and some big decisions had to be made. Did we get it right?
The South Australian talent set to ignite Crows and Power for years
Both the Power and Crows have plenty of exciting father-son prospects to target in this year’s draft, but one academy player is getting recruiters talking. Matt Turner analyses the draft targets.
‘Nearly every day’: Rozee reveals chats with star trade target
Connor Rozee has hinted at his potential role in luring close mate Jack Lukosius back to South Australia and weighed in on whether Alex Neal-Bullen could become a Power player.
10-1: Moments which defined Showdown history
Another chapter will be written into Showdown history when Adelaide and Port Adelaide clash this weekend. We rank 10 of the greatest moments between the fierce rivals.
Premiership star quits Demons, requests SA trade
Alex Neal-Bullen has asked Melbourne to be traded to South Australia at the end of the season in another blow for the embattled Demons.
Port young gun speaks out amid trade links
There has been speculation linking Miles Bergman with a return to Victoria in 2025. Now the 22-year old has spoken about his future at the Power.
The Lowdown: Super sub Narkle sparkles in Port’s crucial away win
Port picked up another key win on the road in round 22, and in their pursuit of a top four finish and possibly more, their new super sub might have a key role to play.
‘I cried more in the last year than ever’: What stoic Jonas was hiding
Tom Jonas was reappointed as Port Adelaide captain in February last season. But not long after, coach Ken Hinkley delivered tsome tough news. On the outside, the tough-as-nails leader took it well – but that was a lie.
What bruise-free win really tells us about Port
Port Adelaide has dealt Melbourne a second heartbreaking loss in three weeks after Jason Horne-Francis and Zak Butters took over in a thrilling final term. But CHRIS CAVANAGH is far from convinced.
Jonas: I want to be the next Kochie
Tom Jonas has outlined his ambition to one day run an AFL club after being touted by Port Adelaide chairman David Koch as a club boss-in-waiting. He speaks to MATT TURNER about life post-footy.
Ken hits back as Houston trade talk becomes ‘real’
The jungle drums are beating – and some believe Port Adelaide star Dan Houston is as good as gone. But coach Ken Hinkley wasn’t quite so sure on Friday.
Future captain? Horne-Francis keen to join Power leaders
Jason Horne-Francis is enjoying his most consistent season with Port Adelaide yet. He touches on his leadership ambitions and the Power’s midfield group.
The ‘fight’ between Charlie and Ken which put Port on flag path
Ken Hinkley and Charlie Dixon have known each other for 15 years, and know how to push each other’s buttons. Charlie lifts the lid on the fight which sparked his return to form and put Port back on the Premiership path.
Cornes gives hint on Marshall, Ratugolea battle
Todd Marshall is looking more likely than not to be fit for next weekend, and Chad Cornes says he’s in the Power’s best 23. But where does he line up and does he come straight in?
The Lowdown: Nicks’ coaching calls cost Crows – again
For the second week in a row, Adelaide was left behind the eight ball thanks to decisions made in the coaches’ box. SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON explores what went wrong in The Lowdown.
‘Utterly unacceptable’: Longmire at loss to explain Port destruction
Port fans are on top of the world after their team’s utter demolition of the top of the table Swans on Saturday night and Sydney coach John Longmire can’t believe the margin either.
‘Disturbing’ AFL massacre cannot be believed
The Sydney Swans will have to overcome 79 years of history if they’re going to win the 2024 flag after an absurd bloodbath in Adelaide.
How King George has pushed Charles off the Port throne
Last season was one to forget for Mitch Georgiades – dropped to the SANFL before tearing his ACL. But the young forward is writing a completely different story in 2024. He opens up on the rise and mental challenges along the way.
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