The potential draft bolter at every Coates League club
The big draft names will be obvious when the ball is bounced for the Coates League season opener – but plenty more are waiting to surprise. Here are all the prospects to watch.
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Promising update for stars as Cats explain recruits’ late outs
Bailey Smith and Jack Martin were both late withdrawals, while Tom Stewart was subbed out over the weekend. And there is an update on the trio after the Cats’ training on Tuesday.
How Rising Star Cat has handled pressure of famous No.14
Joel Selwood won a Rising Star and a premiership in his first season. Geelong’s new No.14 managed just one AFL game. But the round two Rising Star nominee only has gratitude for receiving the legend’s number.
Cats VFL notes: Veteran puts hand up, draft hopefuls impress
There was plenty to take out of Geelong VFL’s season-opener, with a veteran making a strong case for an AFL recall and several VFL-listed players catching the eye. See the full scouting notes.
Final call made on North Shore’s future after summer of uncertainty
After an uncertain summer, a decision has been made as to whether North Shore Football Netball Club will field senior sides in 2025.
Danger advice that has helped spark young Cat’s rise
While Patrick Dangerfield is out of the Cats midfield for the most part, he has played a key role in moulding Geelong’s newest on-baller. The growing Cat reflects on his steep improvement.
Scouting notes: Forgotten recruit shines, draft hopeful turns heads
The Cats could get even better after two forwards produced cameos in the VFL. Plus, an athletic ruckman is making an early mid-season draft case. See how every Cat fared and the local standouts.
‘Shout it from rooftops’: Scott urges Cats to embrace Baz frenzy
Bailey Smith wasted no time marking himself as Geelong’s newest hero, producing a best-on-ground performance to inspire the Cats’ emphatic win over Fremantle.
Cats’ plan for overlooked veterans as long-term view taken for Smith
Two premiership Cats were left out of Geelong’s round one side. But it won’t be the case every week. Plus, Chris Scott on Bailey Smith ahead of his first game as a Cat.
Scott speaks on AFL audit, criticises industry pay imbalance
Geelong coach Chris Scott has addressed the AFL audit of third-party payments at the club. And he expressed his strong views on player salaries and the soft cap, including an ‘irrefutable’ reality for coaches.
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