Heeney, Grundy masterclasses extend Roos’ misery
Isaac Heeney had one of the best individual games this century to light up a dour affair between the Swans and Roos, with the Sydney superstar proving how far off the pace the Roos truly are.
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Bucks: Hawks need to break their Power curse
The Hawks haven’t beaten Port Adelaide since 2022, and it’s the curse they need to break. Plus, the Dees’ search for a winning formula continues. Nathan Buckley previews Super Saturday.
Grundy method: How meticulous prep sparked return to AA form
Behind Brodie Grundy’s stunning return to All-Australian form lies an obsessive preparation regimen that has not only turned the 31-year-old into the AFL’s most dominant big man, but one of the most in-form players.
Trade buzz: Crows ruckman’s fate lies in rival’s hands
Reilly O’Brien is at ease with his uncertain fate at the Crows, and he may have to wait a while longer as another in-demand ruckman bides his time to decide his future.
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Bevo, Clarko and Kane: What to expect in feud’s next chapter
He’s banned by both the Kangaroos and the Bulldogs. Now, Kane Cornes will be right in the middle of North’s biggest night of the season. How will it all shake out?
A failed Carlton takeover and the innovations that saved the Roos
One of footy’s most innovative clubs could have been swallowed whole by a rival powerhouse in the 1990s. Bob Ansett wouldn’t allow it — one of his many moves that saved the Kangaroos.
Hok yeah: Roos pulverised — and there’s more dominance to come
North Melbourne have been dominated by Hawthorn at their home away from home in Tasmania. And even when the Devils enter the AFL in 2028, don’t expect the Hawks to step aside.
What’s next for Roos young gun – and his draft class
North Melbourne’s list is ready to take off. But where exactly does Finn O’Sullivan’s future lie? The Rising Star opens up on his debut season and names the other young Roos to watch.
Second flag hero to boycott North Melbourne centenary
A second North Melbourne player from the 1975 premiership has joined Sam Kekovich’s boycott the club’s centenary celebrations, with the club sinking $150,000 into the marquee Thursday event.
Clarko’s ‘still got it’ but will it be enough to justify ultimate gamble?
No one noticed Alastair Clarkson’s recent coaching masterstroke but it may well ensure North’s draft bombshell from 2024 doesn’t blow up in their face, writes JON RALPH.
Blues scalp just the start as North rebuild gains momentum
Alastair Clarkson has declared North Melbourne is “still nowhere near where we want to go” despite showcasing its improvement in a 93-point turnaround from its Good Friday loss to Carlton.
Fans all say same thing about Michael Voss
A furious Michael Voss screamed at his team, but it wasn’t enough at the MCG and Carlton fans have returned serve to the Blues coach.
Trade latest: Premiership Pie set to park talks as rivals circle
Collingwood wants to keep its brigade of over-30s — including Brody Mihocek. But as the market for forwards heats up, rivals are eyeing the spearhead with his contract talks on hold.
Clarko’s swipe at Pies’ fixture ‘gifts’ as WA experiment ends for 2025
North Melbourne’s first year playing home games in Western Australia has come and gone, and Alastair Clarkson says while it may have cost them a win against the Dockers, it’s a necessary risk.
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