‘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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Heartbroken Ward inspires Giants to remarkable comeback win
At the final break, a major Richmond boilover looked a certainty. But then Callan Ward, on crutches and in tears only an hour earlier, spoke to the group – and something special happened.
Fans turn on coach after fresh AFL disaster
Carlton’s season took another major hit on Saturday afternoon and fans are starting to say the same thing about coach Michael Voss.
Toby 250: From ‘unassuming’ Charger to Giants legend
On the cusp of his 250th AFL appearance, we examine the surprising origins of Toby Greene’s career and the qualities that transformed him from an overlooked recruit into one of the AFL’s most formidable leaders.
‘She might be getting booed’: Toby’s ploy to snuff out Blue boos
Toby Greene’s 250th game celebration comes with his side heavily under the pump. And the GWS skipper has a secret weapon to snuff out some booing from the Carlton faithful on Saturday.
Giants ‘sitting ducks’ in top eight as midfield crisis hits boiling point
The Giants’ midfield is in disarray — and with key players sidelined — their top-eight aspirations are hanging by a thread. Can Adam Kingsley find a solution before it’s too late?
Giant problems emerge as Bolton inspires Dockers rout
Shai Bolton took another step in his evolution into a matchwinning midfielder as Fremantle’s engine room left their GWS counterparts and coach Adam Kingsley with big issues to address.
‘You f****d it’: Hogan’s pain after midnight toilet disaster
Initially Jesse Hogan thought it was just a sore thumb. He tells Josh Barnes what happened with the bus toilet door and how he’s roared back into Coleman Medal contention.
Jekyll and Hyde Stringer still teasing the Giants
Bombers and Dogs fans know the Jake Stringer Experience well. Now, the Giants are learning the highs and lows of The Package – are we any closer to learning how he fits in for GWS?
Cats blow it – but Scott hints at excuse
In another GMHBA Stadium thriller, GWS kept its remarkable league-best streak alive. But can Geelong be excused for this one? Coach Chris Scott has had his say.
Victorian clubs set to load up for dominant VFL Giants
They’re starring for the Giants’ VFL side but can’t get a crack in the big time – and Victorian clubs are circling two potential defensive superstars.
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