Robbo: ‘When’ and ‘if’ loom large for coaches in the run home
It’s the time of year some coaches start making peace with their football mortality. Adam Simpson is already doing so, writes MARK ROBINSON, but who else is feeling the heat?
West Coast
‘No excuses’: Fan banned for racist comments
The Lions have acted decisively in condemning racist comments made by a club member against an Adelaide Crows star.
Concern for Gawn, McGovern as pressure mounts on Simpson
Jake Melksham gave Melbourne some much-needed spark up forward, but Dees fans will be sweating on Max Gawn’s fitness after the skipper was subbed out in the win over West Coast which will continue pressure on Adam Simpson.
Simpson at peace with ‘football mortality’
Adam Simpson has said he is at peace with his ‘football mortality’ should the end come for him after a nine-goal loss to Melbourne on Sunday, but wants to continue to lead the Eagles.
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Power play: Does coach swap appeal for Hinkley, Dimma?
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Club’s nightmare $7m payout revealed
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AFL star ‘may not play again’ after diagnosis
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