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Chris Cavanagh is a reporter for News Corp’s network AFL team and CODE Sports. Chris is based in Melbourne.

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MELBOURNE . 14/12/2022. AFL. Carlton training at Princes Park. Ben and Lucas Camporeale, twin sons of Scott Camporeale during todays training session at Ikon Park . Picture by Michael Klein

Father-sons headline top 25 draft prospects for 2024

There’s a lot to like about what lies ahead in 2024. And there are several exciting prospects tied to clubs, including twins to a Victorian powerhouse. We reveal the top 25 to watch.

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Draft bolters revealed: Who’s flying up recruiters’ ranks

The No. 1 pick in this year’s AFL Draft was all but locked in a while ago, but one young gun is pushing his way up draft boards to be pick 2. Plus see more draft bolters on clubs’ radars here.

Draft news

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 14: Young Gun players huddle during the Young Gun Series match against Vic Country U18s at Ikon Park on May 14, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Draft watch: SuperCoach scores, intel from final Young Guns game

A host of AFL mid-season draft prospects relished in the opportunity to impress recruiters in the final Young Guns game on Sunday. Check out the full stats and SuperCoach scores here.

Draft news

MELBOURNE. 13/05/2023. AFL. Australian under 18s vs Carlton VFL at Marvel Stadium. Harley Reid after copping a heavy knock late in the 3rd qtr . Pic: Michael Klein

Draft: No.1 pick fancy suffers injury scare in Academy clash

Likely No.1 draft pick Harley Reid had to be helped from the field after suffering an injury blow.

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Luke Breust (right) of the Hawks and Luke Shuey of the Eagles in action during the Round 23 AFL match between the West Coast Eagles and the Hawthorn Hawks at Optus Stadium in Perth, Saturday, August 24, 2019. (AAP Image/Richard Wainwright) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

Ladder predictor: Who really wants to win ‘Harley Reid Cup?’

He’s been hailed a generational talent and Harley Reid’s draft fate could be sealed as soon as round 10. Check out our predicted ladder at round 15 to see why.

Draft news

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 07: Kynan Brown of Vic Metro handballs during the match between the Young Guns and Vic Metro at Trevor Barker Beach Oval on May 07, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Top father-son prospects shine in mid-season draft showcase

Father-son prospects for Melbourne and Western Bulldogs were among the standouts in a crucial mid-season draft audition. Check out the stats and every SuperCoach score from the match.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 07: Lance Franklin of the Swans and Darcy Moore of the Magpies shake hands after the final siren during the 2023 AFL Round 08 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Sydney Swans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on May 7, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Don’t boo: Pies, Swans and league unite in plea to fans

Collingwood coach Craig McRae and skipper Darcy Moore have apologised to Lance Franklin as Sydney and the AFL joined them in urging supporters to show more respect at games.

AFL News

‘He says it to get clicks’: Dimma pots Cornes in war of words

Damien Hardwick says Kane Cornes doesn’t believe the words that come out of his own mouth. The Richmond coach’s comments come after Cornes made claims Tim Taranto didn’t influence games.

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How these three teams will shape the finals race

It’s hard to miss West Coast, North Melbourne and Hawthorn at the bottom of the ladder. And one club still has five matches to come against the competition strugglers.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 24: Jed Walter of the Team Houli Squad kicks the ball during the 2022 AFL Futures match between Team Houli and Team Murphy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 24, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Draft rankings: Academy gun’s all-time SuperCoach stunner

A highly-touted prospect tied to a club produced one of the best performances ever seen by a draft prospect. See his incredible numbers and his stunning SuperCoach score here.

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