Jake Stringer is loving life as a Giant. But, as the trade deadline neared, it seemed certain his trade would fall through. He tells LACHLAN MCKIRDY about that drama and moving on from Essendon.
A David Barham ally says Essendon doesn’t need more ‘football voices’ running the club and the board “isn’t talking about football and who we are going to select”.
The clearest hints of Essendon’s forward and defensive plans yet emerged on Thursday as one star fired up during a heated pre-season session. SEE FULL TRACK NOTES HERE
The field includes five premiership players, the current president and a long-time director. But this Bombers fan believes it’s time to bring the members’ voice to the Essendon board.
His father won premierships at two clubs, but he is only eligible to join one as a father-son. And he had a unique opportunity during the pre-season with the Bombers.
After a serious spike in free kicks after a rules adjustment, the AFL has been praised for clearing things up with clubs.
Essendon’s King’s Birthday Eve clash with the Blues looks set to grow every year, with 2024 to feature a heartwarming moment pre-game when one of footy’s most famous families reunites.
Brad Scott’s comments about Tarryn Thomas caused a stir among the AFL community, and questions from some Essendon members prompted an email response from the club to clarify its position. READ THE EMAIL HERE.
Sam Durham has injected substance into the Dons’ midfield since his arrival. It’s why in what will be a tactical war Sunday night, the former mid-season draft pick may be the key, writes Mark Robinson.
AFL fans were left enraged by a seriously harsh umpiring call that appeared to decide Essendon’s thrilling loss to the Gold Coast.
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.
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.
While he admits the club doesn’t talk about the subject a lot, this Don isn’t shy in bringing up September footy. Especially given a quick chicken stop-off cost him a finals spot a few years ago.
Establishing Covid protocols during the pandemic helped Essendon avoid a major problem this week after a virus swept through the club.
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