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Josh Barnes is an AFL and sport reporter with News Sport and CODE Sports, who has previously worked as the Geelong Advertiser’s Chief Footy Writer and with Leader Newspapers.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 30: Tom Hawkins of the Cats smiles during the Geelong Cats AFL training session at Adelaide Oval on September 30, 2020 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Hawkins, Cats agree to terms on extension

One of the champions of the Geelong Football Club is set to break through the 300 game mark and play into a 16th season after Tom Hawkins locked himself in as a Cat.

AFL News

Jack Steven of the Cats looks dejected after a loss during the Round 3 AFL match between the Geelong Cats and the Carlton Blues at GMHBA Stadium in Melbourne, Saturday, June 20, 2020. (AAP Image/Dylan Burns) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

Cats, Steven in shock talks to sever ties

After just one year at his second club Jack Steven’s AFL career could be finished, with the midfielder and the Cats considering going their separate ways.

AFL

Richmond training at Metricon Stadium.... 30/09/2020. Josh Caddy of the Tigers clears by hand at training today . Pic: Michael Klein

Grand Final teams: No excuses for Tigers, Cats

Geelong star Tom Hawkins will take his place at full-forward after the most talked-about ‘sniffle’ in Australia. Have the Cats or Tigers made any changes for the Grand Final? See the line-ups.

AFL

Player ratings: Unheralded Cats teach Lion cubs a lesson

Gary Ablett starred but there was no game-breaking performance from Patrick Dangerfield. Instead, a number of unheralded Cats had a big impact. It was a different story for the Lions, however. See who starred and who flopped on the big stage.

Geelong

Teams: Lions bolster midfield as Cats plan for Lachie

There’s been a surprise at selection for Saturday night’s preliminary final with Brisbane recalling a big-bodied midfielder to help combat Geelong’s engine room. See the full teams plus the final word from both coaches and the Cats’ plan for Neale.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 05: Joel Selwood of the Cats marks the ball during a Geelong Cats AFL training session at Southport Sharks Oval on October 05, 2020 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Top Doc’s concerns over dicey Selwood surgery

Geelong skipper Joel Selwood is racing to be fit for Saturday’s semi-final after having surgery on his badly injured finger. But one medical expert says the Cats took a chance by putting their star under the knife.

Geelong

Selwood grateful for Geelong faithful from afar

Geelong Cats skipper Joel Selwood says the club has received unbelievable support from fans during a one-of-a-kind season.

Supercoach

Why Selwood is confident in slick Cats

The finals kick off on Thursday night and with no key players on the injury list, Joel Selwood is confident Geelong couldn’t be in a better position to make a deep run for the premiership.

AFL

AFL Round 18. 20/09/2020. Sydney Swans vs Geelong at Metricon Stadium, Gold Coast. Patrick Dangerfield of the Cats kicks a goal in the 4th qtr . Pic: Michael Klein

Scott flexible with playing Danger forward in finals

It’s a tactic that has worked on and off since Patrick Dangerfield joined Geelong, and Chris Scott said the Cats superstar could be used forward in the finals as the club looks to win its first flag since 2011.

AFL Teams

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 20: John Longmire, Senior Coach addresses his players during the 2020 AFL Round 18 match between the Sydney Swans and the Geelong Cats at Metricon Stadium on September 20, 2020 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Longmire addresses possible Daniher acquisition

Sydney coach John Longmire was asked whether landing Essendon spearhead Joe Daniher would add much-needed firepower to the Swans’ forward line – and he gave a no-frills answer.

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