Baz v Bulldogs: Smith’s stunning reveal after grudge match
A blistering Bailey Smith performance lifted the Cats over his old side the Bulldogs. But the Brownlow Medal contender made a stunning admission after not training for most of the week.
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Sons, brother of guns headline top prospects in ACC school footy
There is some promising talent in the Associated Catholic Colleges competition, including the brother of an Essendon dynamo and two sons of Geelong greats. Find out the top prospects, surprise packets and more.
Unsung hero, future coach: What separates 300-game Cat from the rest
He has never won a best and fairest or been an All-Australian, but Mitch Duncan’s impact has been widely felt at the Cats. Ahead of his 300th game, Duncan’s teammates and coaches reflect on his journey and what lies ahead.
Win-win trade: How Cats, Dogs have prospered from Smith move
It looks like another Geelong steal on paper, but both clubs have come out winners from the Bailey Smith trade. We assess the move and look back at whether Smith was misused at The Kennel.
Smith raises eyebrows again as Scott explains training absence
Bailey Smith trained away from the main group on Tuesday, and he dodged the cameras again at Geelong’s captain’s run. Chris Scott gave an update on his fitness and how he has handled the hype.
Cavalry arrives: Cats bolstered as forgotten stars in line to return
Geelong is in for a welcome boost, with a host of key Cats passed fit. But Bailey Smith only trained briefly. Get the full injury update here.
Cats breathe sigh of relief as Danger scan results in
Patrick Dangerfield’s return to play timeline has been revealed — and it is better than first feared. And there are several contenders to replace him, including a potential debutant.
Cats academy talent’s draft stocks soar after another huge haul
Geelong already has a top prospect tied to the club, and now another academy product is rising at a rate of knots. Plus, a son of a Geelong gun played his best game for the season.
Every state league star in AFL mid-season draft mix
AFL clubs are busy finalising their targets ahead of Wednesday’s mid-season rookie draft. We’ve got the latest intel on the 45 names who have attracted interest across the country.
Why super Smith holds key to filling Danger void after latest blow
Geelong has won just 42 per cent of games without Patrick Dangerfield in the past two years. But in 2025, the Cats’ running machines led by Bailey Smith will be central to success without him.
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