Footy factory: Geelong Falcons’ best team of the century
The Geelong region has produced All Australians and a host of AFL greats since 2000. And the late Mick Turner was central to forming the Falcons ‘footy factory’. See the full team.
Draft
The steal of the century? 25 draft calls that will go down in history
Booms, bargains, busts and backflips. The past 25 years have been filled with draft decisions that have shaped the direction of clubs – in both directions. We rank the biggest calls of the century.
First year wrap, contract latest: Where 2023 draft’s top 30 sit
With season two ahead, check out how the top 30 players picked in the 2023 AFL Draft are tracking — including a contract update.
Ball magnets, famous names: Top 25 draft prospects of 2025
A massive year is only just beginning for the draft class of 2025 and here are the names to watch, with several No.1 pick contenders firmly in the mix. These are the names to watch.
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‘Now or never’: 24yo recruit can be Swans’ new Lizard
Riley Bice had played everywhere, from Murray Bushrangers’ under-18 side to the Tiwi Bombers. But it was a surprise shift to defence at Werribee that caught the eye of AFL recruiters.
Cats draft Geelong duo as VFL ruck, young gun’s dream realised
Geelong has taken two talents from its own backyard — including one from the Cats’ VFL program.
Son of a gun’s security drama as Roos champ explains board call
Father-son Roo River Stevens had a graduation entrance to remember, but the security guard had no sense of occasion. He and his champion father reflect on his journey and why Anthony stepped down from the board.
Port add power and speed in rookie play
Port Adelaide welcomed two new additions to the club on Friday. MATT TURNER has more details on the recruits, including one whose father has a long history with the Power.
Academy capers: Bassat’s crusade ends with triple snub
The same club which has led a crusade against other clubs rorting the father-son and academy system overlooked three talents tied to them.
‘Top of the class’: Blues hail Jagga best player in stacked draft
Carlton believes it landed the best player in the stacked 2024 draft class by securing prolific on-baller Jagga Smith with the third pick.
Every pick: Bolters, the big steal and Blues’ dream result
The AFL national draft is over – and night two delivered every more surprises across the country. Recap all the colour, reaction and every pick as more childhood dreams were realised.
Watch: Wild scenes as emotions overwhelm new draftees
There is nothing better than watching a new draftee overcome with pure emotion getting mobbed by his family and friends. Watch all the best moments from night two here.
The slider, a famous Crows name and SA’s elite 11
It was a big night for the SANFL on Thursday as nine more junior stars had their AFL dreams come true – but some were forced to wait longer than others. See how it all unfolded.
Huge draft slider could solve Port’s Charlie Dixon problem
The unluckiest draft prospect on night one could be the steal of night two after Port Adelaide pounced on a possible replacement for Charlie Dixon.
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