‘Specky bag’, club campaign behind Vic Mark of the Year win
They finished last on the ladder, but this club stopped at nothing to win a Mark of the Year gong. And the recipient had a human stepladder on his own team to thank.
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‘No U-turns’: Pies flag star’s big role in getting new Cat drafted
Keighton Matofai-Forbes had got by on his power and lethal left boot, but some strong feedback from a Collingwood premiership player helped steer him in the right direction.
‘Writing on the wall’: Injury-hit recruit sheds light on Blues axing
Blessed with talent, Jack Martin was told he was no longer required at Carlton. The Cats recruit opens up on his exit, his plans to overcome his injury struggles and why he chose Geelong.
Track watch: Top pick’s magnet move, will Cats hit draft jackpot?
Two Geelong academy prospects went toe-to-toe with Cats players at training. Plus, the Cats are continuing to persist with a position switch for on of their most highly touted talents.
Track Watch: Roos, Dees showcase new roles for young guns
A number of young guns were thrown right into the fire at North pre-season training, moving into different roles, while Christian Petracca continues to ramp up his return preparations.
Geelong physio Travis McCombe honoured at funeral service
Travis McCombe was remembered at a funeral service at GMHBA Stadium.
BPCA: Thrillers galore as ladder leaders stunned, Cobras hang on
There were several grandstand finishes in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association. And in one an undefeated powerhouse was handed their first loss of the season. See the full wrap here.
‘Genuinely invested’: Aussie star makes surprise Premier cameo
A Premier Cricket club had the luxury of calling on one of the most renowned T20 bowlers in the country. And he provided much more value than the numbers suggest.
‘Finding my passion’: Smith’s dose of perspective from Cats flag great
As Geelong presented it new numbers, Bailey Smith had his jumper presented by a famous No.3. And their chat will help him love footy for the game itself.
Pendles advice that completed brothers’ stunning triple flag feat
The Pendlebury brothers have now all won premierships in the past 14 months. And two of them helped the youngest Pendlebury take a leap of faith which led to an AFLW flag.
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