What Crows will focus on in bid to avoid 0-3 start
Adelaide Crows coach Matthew Nicks says his side had to “really crank ourselves up and get going” in the wake of Friday’s loss to Geelong. So, where will they start?
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AFL star mocks streaker with savage act
Players stepped in to deal with a fan that ran into the field of play during the Crows’ AFL clash with Geelong, and one star had the last laugh.
How do ‘nearly’ Crows find their way out of this 0-2 hole?
The Crows who told everyone in pre-season they were ready to take the next step find themselves 0-2. As MATT TURNER writes, they’ll have to find a way to dig themselves out of this early hole, and quick.
McGuane: The ‘tax’ which nearly cost Sicily at tribunal
James Sicily should never have been thrown to the wolves by the AFL for his actions in Round 1, writes MICK McGUANE, and the Hawks should never have had to go to the tribunal to get a ban overturned.
Stewart stars in 150th: SuperCoach scores from Geelong vs. Adelaide
Geelong star Tom Stewart has produced a record-equalling night in defence for the Cats as they shoved Adelaide to a 0-2 start. Catch all the SuperCoach details here.
Too strong: Crows grounded as Cats’ twin pillars dominate
A nightmare for the Crows, but it was a dream outcome for Tom Stewart on Friday night, with the Cats interceptor equalling the record for intercept marks as Geelong put Adelaide to the sword.
Why timing is everything in Crows’ Nicks call
Matthew Nicks has been given a big show of faith early in the season by Adelaide, now the fifth-year coach has to deliver, writes MATT TURNER.
Walker: My racism regret and becoming a better person
In a candid interview with Mark Robinson, Taylor Walker reflects on the racism scandal which almost ended his AFL career and what he has learned three years on.
Starick: Crows’ hasty call on Nicks is hard to believe
Matthew Nicks is yet to prove he can steer the Crows to finals and should not have been re-signed yet, Paul Starick writes.
‘Just getting started’: Pressure off AFL coach
Contract security is what all coaches crave and despite a round 1 loss, the Adelaide Crows have backed in their man.
The Lowdown: Crows rally can’t hide major issues
Adelaide almost conjured a Houdini act on the Gold Coast with a comeback from nowhere in the rain. But as SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON writes, it shouldn’t detract from major issues exposed by the Suns. See all the SA footy likes and dislikes.
Nicks: Crows to focus on positives despite first half wipeout
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks will look for positives after the Crows’ wipe-out on the Gold Coast, with the Crows unable to make a dint in the Suns’ star-studded midfield.
Rankine: Why it’s ‘really important’ Crows play finals
In the lead-up to the Crows season opener, Izak Rankine talks life, learning, designing the Indigenous guernsey and why the team has an “internal expectation” of playing finals footy.
Goal umpire behind costly Keays blunder back in AFL fold
The goal umpire at the centre of the controversial call which robbed Adelaide of a spot in last year’s finals series will return to the AFL ranks this weekend.
Tackling machine Berry to burst back into Crows midfield
The Crows have a plan to tackle the now-strong Gold Coast midfield – literally. Tackle machine Sam Berry will be unleashed for the first time since Round 10, 2023 as Adelaide looks to start its 2024 strong.
Teams: Port’s big call on Soldo support act, father-son snubbed
Ivan Soldo has won the race to be Port Adelaide’s first-choice ruckman in round 1. Plus, Adelaide’s Taylor Walker replacement revealed. See the full line-ups here.
‘He’s a worker’: Late-blooming Burgess a recruiting win for Crows
Chris Burgess has long been seen as a late bloomer. Adelaide will hope the 28-year-old’s trend of getting better with age continues when he deputises for Taylor Walker on his Crows debut.
Predicted teams: Every club’s likely round 1 side
One of North Melbourne’s off-season recruits faces a huge task in his first outing as a Roo after being confirmed to debut against GWS. See every club’s predicted side here.
Can Crows avoid ‘rabbit hole’ that cost them finals last season?
Inside and outside the walls at the Crows, there was plenty of discussion about the Crows’ terrible away record, now one of their leaders has offered a theory as to why they struggled so much.
Finals or bust? Crows boss on Nicks, concussion and 2024
From 2024 expectations and extending coach Matthew Nicks’ contract to the game’s big issues and the latest on Thebby, Crows boss Tim Silvers opens up in an exclusive Q&A.
Josh Rachele’s plan to become the Crows’ next big star
Most people run away from high performance gurus like Darren Burgess. Not Josh Rachele. The Crows’ rising star put in a mountain of work over the off-season in a quest to become Adelaide’s next big thing.
Why every Crow listens when ‘evolved’ Fog speaks
In 2015, Phil Walsh appointed Taylor Walker as skipper because of his influence on the group and his authenticity. As MATT TURNER finds out, Darcy Fogarty has a similar effect.
Why the Crows want to leave the SANFL
Adelaide has largely kept its powder dry on the prospect of a national reserves competition, but Crows chief executive Tim Silvers reveals if they’d back it and what they would do if the AFL decided to make it happen.
New look for Sloane as fresh face firms for Crows debut
Rory Sloane continues to ramp up his return to training, using protective goggles to do so. Plus Adelaide look set to name a fresh face in Crows colours in round 1.
Ready to launch? Why Crows could be this year’s bolter
Every year, one club makes the leap from outside the eight to become a serious flag contender. Will that be the Crows in 2024? Premiership skipper Mark Bickley has his say on why – and why not.
Rising Crow catching the eye for different reason
Young Crows star Josh Rachele stands out on the field in a lot of ways – mainly around goal. But in Adelaide’s gruelling final session of 2023, something else stood out.
The ‘self-belief’ that drove forgotten Crow’s career revival
Matt Crouch couldn’t find a way into the Crows’ senior side for most of 2023, but when the opportunity came, he took it and ran. The veteran Crow talks his career resurgence.
Captain-coach duo recommit to Crows
In a huge boost to the Crows, AFLW coach Matthew Clarke and captain Chelsea Randall have signed on with the club. MATT TURNER has the details.
Big things expected as breakout Crow signs on
‘Now he’s in a position to play at a high level on a consistent basis’ – the Crows are expecting Luke Pedlar to take another step forward in 2024. And he’ll be around a little longer after that.
Inside the trees compromise saving Crows’ Thebby move
After “weeks of negotiations”, the Crows have reached a compromise with the state government to help reduce the loss of trees in the club’s Thebarton Oval master plan.
Fan favourite returns in nod to ‘90s Crows
Adelaide’s Gather Round strip is back for 2024 – but it’s the return of a long-time fan favourite jumper from the 1990s that has Crows fans talking. See the pics, have your say.
The next step? Young Crow’s big off-season switch up
It looms as the most important season of Riley Thilthorpe’s career so far, but the early signs are very positive. See all the key takeouts from Crows’ track watch here.
‘Stings a bit more’: Crows hurting after prelim heartbreak
Adelaide has conceded its second consecutive preliminary final loss hurts more than last year after coming within two points of toppling North Melbourne.
Cornes: The big risk in giving the Crows what they need
Adelaide‘s draft coup grants all of Matthew Nicks’ wishes, writes Graham Cornes. But it should come with a word of caution.
Will Crows have cricket to thank for next-gen mid?
Charlie Edwards has never completed a full pre-season – and it held him back for most of his draft year. Did it keep interest down? The new Crow opens up on his move to West Lakes.
‘We were ready’: Crows reveal thinking behind bold Draft move
Considered a top-five talent, Daniel Curtin has the size and skills to start for Adelaide in round one 2024, SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON reveals the inside story of how he became a Crow.
Crows steal future star after bombshell trade
The Crows worked the phones, and managed to get the exact player they were looking for, nabbing the best prospect in Western Australian football for years at the draft.
Delisted Crow to serve as AFL’s youngest coach
A former Crow will serve as the AFL’s youngest coach in 2024, staying on at his former club in a developmental role after impressing coaches in the SANFL in 2023.
Father-son sets sights on Hawks, but will Adelaide bid?
Will McCabe grew up a mad Hawthorn supporter and could join them as a father-son prospect on Monday. But will Adelaide make a play and when will that bid come?
Draft bolters? Crows plot move to rise up the board
The Crows currently have pick 10 in the draft, but come draft night it could be a different playing field, as they plot potential swaps with two teams picking higher on the board.
Crows aim to right wrongs of Lions defeat in prime time final
The Crows couldn’t make their home ground advantage count against the Lions, but will attempt to do so in prime time against Sydney. Check out the AFLW finals fixture here.
Goal review debacle to spark Crows’ 2024 fixture reward
The Crows have pushed the AFL for a better draw in 2024 after the failings in their finals-killing loss to the Swans, and it appears the club are set to receive that and then some.
From OG Crows to the AFLW’s most dominant one-two punch
They were teenagers in Adelaide’s first premiership team, now, seven years on, Ebony Marinoff and Anne Hatchard enter another finals series as genuine stars of the AFLW.
Irish connection aiding Crows’ premiership surge
Most Adelaide players assumed Yvonne Bonner and fellow Irishwoman Niamh Kelly were friends when the former joined the Crows. They weren’t close then, but they certainly are now.
Another Irish recruit on Crows radar after Keane success
A top Irish prospect will train with Adelaide in pre-season as he looks to win a spot on the Crows’ rookie list and join compatriot Mark Keane at the club.
Koch hints Port, Crows ‘on same page’ in push to quit SANFL
The bid to quit the SANFL is picking up steam as David Koch says two of the fiercest rivals in the game are banding together. See the details here.
Rozee, Butters or Wines? The stars in line to lead Port
Port is in the market for a new captain in 2024 but who are the candidates? Every club’s big captaincy questions answered.
Saving the trees? New Crows Thebby solution a win-win
The Adelaide Crows encountered a 10-tree sized problem with the construction of their new training base. But now there might be a win-win solution.
‘Traditional wedding wasn’t for us’: Why Crows star secretly eloped
Crows defender Wayne Milera has revealed why he and long-term partner Nina Starkey eloped in a secret beachside ceremony rather than opting for a traditional service. See the photos.
AFL star stuns mates with secret wedding
Adelaide Crows star Wayne Milera announced he has eloped with his partner as the happy couple shared sweet photos of the special day.
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