Ginnivan photo detail divides AFL world
Hawthorn forward Jack Ginnivan has raised eyebrows with a public appearance the night before his club’s biggest game in years.
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Soft drink for Ginni – but should he have been at pub?
Social media was set alight by a photo of Jack Ginnivan at a pub on Thursday night – but the truth, and Hawthorn’s knowledge of it, quickly came out.
‘Old and grumpy’ Dogs plan to silence rampant Hawks
Most footy fans have loved Hawthorn’s fun goal celebrations this year — but the Bulldogs have seen enough. Two of their defenders detail how they’ll stop a ‘Hokball’ onslaught.
Robbo: Midfield concerns? Cats still have trump card to play
The Cats midfield looks like being exposed by Port Adelaide — but they still have an important card to play, writes Mark Robinson. Robbo previews who whill shape the finals series.
Dogs’ triple towers in Hawks sights
Reinforcements are on the way next season, but Hawthorn’s undersized defence is confident it can withstand the Bulldogs on Friday night.
Hawks coach’s bold finals statement
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell wasn’t afraid to talk big when asked what his club had that was different from non-finalists.
Gulden, Daicos, D’Ambrosio: The rapid rise of Hawthorn’s new star
Massimo D’Ambrosio models his game after Sydney’s Errol Gulden, but he never expected to be in the same conversation as the Swans star. The flying Hawk details his rise to Scott Gullan.
‘Had to control you’: Great’s text to Hawks
Hawthorn forwards Luke Breust and Jack Gunston received a text from an old teammate last week that they vehemently disagreed with.
Hawk calls it quits with team on the rise
After failing to get on the field for an AFL game in 2024, a two-time All Australian Hawk has retired with his team on the rise.
Ultimate finals guide: The key factors that will decide every final
Who’s racing the clock, who needs to lift and what weaknesses could be exposed in week one of AFL finals? ED BOURKE runs the rule over each match in our ultimate finals guide.
Hawks suffer finals blow as star ruled out
Despite joining his teammates on the track for a session under lights on Friday, Hawthorn has made a call on star midfielder Will Day ahead of the elimination final.
Revealed: Saints’ $6m last-ditch bid to keep Battle
St Kilda’s last-ditch attempt to keep Josh Battle at Moorabbin has been revealed as the defender explained why he chose Hawthorn after months after haggling from both clubs.
Saints star makes call despite last-ditch $6m bid
St Kilda interceptor Josh Battle has made a call on his AFL future, with a huge compensation question emerging from his near $6 million contract.
Hawks skipper’s Barrass warning, cryptic response to Battle talk
Hawthorn have won the race for Tom Barrass, but James Sicily has warned there’s a long way to go before an official deal is done. Plus the Hawks captain chimes in on Josh Battle.
Hawks excited but cautious over star’s request
Hawthorn captain James Sicily has answered questions about the prospect of being joined by two rival defenders next season.
Why everyone should fear September Hawks
It’s been all about Hok-ball – Hawthorn’s swarming, ruthless offence. But on Saturday, as they booked their finals spot, the Hawks proved they have much more than that.
Records tumble as Hawks lock in finals berth
Hawthorn has capped off a stunning turnaround, booking its place in September after brushing aside the Kangaroos.
AFL scrambles to save round 24 game amid strike threat
The Hawks have it all to play for when they take on the Kangaroos in Launceston, and possible industrial action has forced the AFL to make a major change to the clash.
Compensation fight brewing in Saints’ final Battle pitch
St Kilda is preparing a bumper final offer to Josh Battle, but the deal isn’t entirely about keeping the defender in red, white, and black, write JON RALPH and JAY CLARK.
Hawk’s desperate measures to play
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is prepared to roll the dice on an important defender to secure a return to finals action.
‘Absolutely no hope’: Great’s brutal call on Hawks star’s finals hopes
Hawthorn and St Kilda great Peter Everitt knows all about collarbone injuries causing finals heartbreak, and Everitt has some news that could be hard to take for Hawks fans.
How ‘those celebrations’ have become part of Hawthorn’s DNA
Hawthorn has been dubbed the ‘Hollywood Hawks’ on its way to being the AFL’s most watchable team. But what you’re seeing now is no different to when they started 0-5. Blake Hardwick reveals why.
The brutal reality of life as one of footy’s fringe dwellers
It’s one of the toughest conversations in footy — and one Harry Morrison knows all too well. He opens up to JOSH BARNES about the yo-yo life on the fringes of Hawthorn’s team.
Day ruled out of Rd 24 as Hawks sweat on September availability
Hawthorn star Will Day will miss the club’s final round clash with North Melbourne, but should the Hawks play finals he is a chance to feature in week one. JOSH BARNES has the latest
‘Good spirits’: Key news on star Hawks
A revealing update on an injured key Hawk came with a hilarious story about a rising star’s evolution this year.
0-5 to finals threat: Inside Hawthorn’s rapid rebuild
Hawthorn has rallied from 0-5, producing a rapid rebuild which is fast becoming the envy of the AFL. JOSH BARNES breaks down how Sam Mitchell’s side went from wooden spoon danger to finals threat in 10 weeks.
Freakish Fish: Salmon-mania and the fateful day everything changed
Forty years ago, Paul Salmon threatened to redefine Australian football as a giant goalkicker. He talks to SHANNON GILL about whirlwind stardom wrapped in tragedy, the moment it changed and its complex legacy.
McGuane: Why flag contenders should fear Mitchell’s Hawks
At 0-5, Mick McGuane called the Hawks “horrible”. Two months later, Sam Mitchell’s side are a legitimate finals threat. We break down how they turned it around in Mick’s mid-season report card.
Legend reveals club that ‘never called back’
Hawthorn legend Jason Dunstall has now become an AFL legend, revealing the club that missed out on a golden shot at his signature.
Hawks’ bye-round pledge revealed as spearhead eyes return
Hawthorn players have made a pledge to each other during their bye round as the club continues their finals charge. Plus the latest on a key spearhead close to a return.
Dusty’s huge career call after 300th game
Dustin Martin has finally spoken publicly after his 300th game, making a statement about his future following Saturday’s loss to Hawthorn.
The forgotten milestone in monster Tigers-Hawks clash
A sellout crowd will head to the MCG for Dustin Martin’s 300th match, but a Hawk’s journey to 50 games is still worth celebrating. CJ tells DAN BATTEN his story, and what’s next.
The unsung hero of Hawthorn’s rapid rise
57 games after Alastair Clarkson walked out the door, Hawthorn has jumped the queue of teams rebuilding their way back to the premiership window – and one Hawk represents that growth more than any other.
AFL admits umpire error as contentious calls reviewed
It will come as little relief to Damien Hardwick and the Suns but the AFL has admitted error in Gold Coast’s loss to St Kilda, while also weighing in on two more contentious calls.
‘Knows what he’s doing’: AFL furore erupts
Hawthorn are suddenly within reach of finals but an absolute gift of a free kick in their latest win had commentators scratching their heads.
Contract latest: Young Dog set for huge payday, Pendles to go on
The Western Bulldogs are working towards locking away for key players, including a young gun who is set for an eye-watering pay rise. Plus, the latest on Scott Pendlebury’s future.
Buddy on the move after listing $9 mansion
The glamour couple are ready for a big move with their young family after putting their Greek-style mansion up for sale.
Independent report says First Nations Hawks suffered racism
An independent report, prepared by a Deakin professor, says the treatment of First Nations players and their families when at Hawthorn constituted racism.
‘Disgusting’: AFL icon drops explosive claim
AFL icon Leigh Matthews has become embroiled in a heated war of words after dropping bombshell details surrounding a coach.
Cornes slams ‘pathetic’ move from AFL club
Combative media personality Kane Cornes had an AFL battler squarely in his sights after a ‘pathetic’ gesture at the MCG.
‘Hate each other’: Ginnivan post causes stir
Hawthorn’s Jack Ginnivan has raised eyebrows with a public message to his teammate after a wild incident.
Nicks gives Crows ‘no excuse’ after MCG bashing from Hawks
The Crows’ MCG hoodoo lives on, but despite the loss of Taylor Walker, coach Matthew Nicks is giving his team no excuses for an effort he said he hadn’t seen all year.
Mitchell blasts ‘absolutely ridiculous’ racist attack
Sam Mitchell should have been enjoying Hawthorn’s big win over Adelaide on Saturday afternoon. Instead, he used his post-match press conference to call out more racial abuse on social media.
‘It was the sliding doors moment’: AFL’s critical error in Hawks probe
Exactly one year ago, on May 30, 2023, the AFL’s Hawthorn racism investigation was shut down. Today, MICHAEL WARNER reveals what really happened with Alastair Clarkson, Chris Fagan and Jason Burt.
Gunston exclusive: Why I needed bombshell Hawks trade
In his first interview since being traded back to Hawthorn, Jack Gunston opens up to JON RALPH about the toughest milestone of his career and the honest conversations that led to his Hawks return.
Inside plans to create new second home for Hawthorn
Powerbrokers from one of Queensland’s most fruitful footy nurseries will launch a bold bid to become Hawthorn’s new second home from 2026 in a move that already has the support of the AFL’s CEO. Full details here.
Secret texts set to be exposed as Hawks racism talks break down
The Hawthorn racism saga appears headed to the Federal Court after mediation talks broke down, paving the way for secret text messages to be disclosed in court, reports MARK ROBINSON.
‘Frustrating’ decisions irking struggling Lions
As the Lions struggle to save their season, a Brisbane star has joined a chorus of AFL identities in questioning why holding-the-ball offences aren’t being punished by umpires.
Fagan: Lions’ season ‘hanging well and truly in the balance’
Lions coach Chris Fagan has admitted his side’s season is on the brink after another loss against the Hawks, with Brisbane now two and a half games adrift of the top eight.
Remember me? Lions to debut ex-Hawk against former side
Nine months after his last game as a Hawk, Brisbane will unleash Brandon Ryan on his old side in his first game as a Lion — will he put pressure on the suspended Eric Hipwood?
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