‘Super fit’ De Goey primed to shake off injury pain
Jordan De Goey’s bid to put an injury-riddled 2024 behind him is on track, with a teammate declaring the “super fit” Magpies star is determined to get back to his matchwinning best.
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The decline: Are these numbers a sign of things to come?
Brad Hill’s numbers were down 25 per cent in the final six rounds of 2024. Is it sign or just a slump? Similar questions are being asked across the league. See every club’s data here.
The SOS that could revive Blue’s career
An ACL tear wrecked Jack Silvagni’s 2024 campaign – and when he returns, the Carlton side will look different. So, where does he fit in? Get the latest from Blues training.
Swapping magnets: The positional switches over pre-season
Coaches love swinging the magnets around in pre-season, and we’ve had eyes at nearly every club’s sessions to get the word on who’s shaping up to change roles.
Old school Dons show just how much summer’s changed
Not long ago, fitness fanatics smashed players at pre-season training – balls were locked away, and limits were pushed. Now, AFL clubs do it differently. Go inside the new-age programs.
Track watch: Early Christmas present for every Dons fan
In a marathon training session on Friday morning, the Bombers were put to work in a lengthy intra-club hitout – and there was one clear standout. Get all the intel from the track.
Summer standouts: The kids turning heads on the track
They’ve been at their clubs less than a month, but a number of new draftees have already made a big impression at training. See all the recent standouts here.
‘I wasn’t involved’: Ex-Blues fitness boss laments 2024 injury crisis
As Carlton’s injury woes grew worse this year, fitness boss Andrew Russell came under fire. But he has revealed he was frozen out of the lengthening rehab group at the Blues.
Geelong 2.0? Yze has next great dynasty in his hands
The Tigers have drafted a significant foundation for their future, and a former AFL coach says Adem Yze has the keys to possibly the next great dynasty, if he can mould the young guns.
The eight clubs who should consider changing skippers
They’ve all been terrific servants of their respective clubs. But is it time to pass the baton for these captains? We analyse the state of play for every team, plus have your say.
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