Inside story: How North built AFLW’s greatest list
When North Melbourne entered the AFLW, they didn’t pull their punches in the recruiting space. JOSH BARNES looks at how the Roos planted the seeds for an undefeated premiership season.
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WATCH: Every Kangaroos goal on way to maiden flag
North Melbourne flew out of the blocks in the opening term and never looked back on their way to premiership glory. Watch all of their goals from a historic night here.
Analysis: Crocker’s North have changed AFLW forever
North Melbourne didn’t just set AFLW records on its way to a maiden premiership. As ELIZA REILLY writes, the Roos produced a style which has changed the way AFLW is played and will be the benchmark for the future.
Every player rated: Who starred, flopped on AFLW’s biggest stage
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Power skipper’s latest injury concern sours North romp
Port Adelaide stormed to a commanding win over North Melbourne — giving Jason Horne-Francis the last laugh against his old side. But, two injuries to key players have soured the victory.
Star incites former team as Roos lose again
Port’s Jason Horne-Francis was public enemy No. 1 against North Melbourne, but he had the last laugh in a fiery victory in Hobart.
AFL world mourns loss of all-time great
There has been an outpouring of grief in the footy world over the death of a pioneer with some extraordinary accolades.
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AFL world mourns passing of Roos pioneer and Bombers legend
Essendon and North Melbourne are mourning the loss of triple premiership player Barry Davis, who died, aged 80, on Wednesday after a life that included a remarkable 289-game career.
AFL battlers won’t rush back skipper
North Melbourne haven’t won a game this season but morale is high enough for super coach Alastair Clarkson to keep a couple of guns on ice a bit longer.
Roos coach can’t fault free-agent duo
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says he’s happy for his former players, but will Kangaroos supporters feel the same on Sunday?
Roo’s injury frustration as rival players circled
As they struggle to keep their senior players out on the park, the Kangaroos are looking at experienced recruits from other clubs.
Clarko, Roos leaders to start Pride in Sport training this month
Alastair Clarkson will finally undergo his Pride in Sport education program after he was found to use homophobic language in a pre-season game. But he’s not the only North leader completing the training.
Foot fear for Kangaroos rising star
The winless Kangaroos could be dealt another harsh blow as they sweat on scans for one of their only shining lights.
Cornes: AFL arrives late to a losing battle
The AFL’s overdue stand on domestic violence will be held back by an anti-social modern problem, writes Graham Cornes.
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