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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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Geelong

Jack Steven makes call on AFL career

After a difficult season on and off the field in his first season at Geelong, Jack Steven has made a decision on whether he’ll play out the final year of his Cats contract.

Geelong

D-Day looms for out of contract Cats

Four uncontracted Geelong players remain in limbo as the Cats prepare to trim their list size to 38 before Friday’s deadline.

AFL

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 01: Brandan Parfitt of the Cats in action during the 2020 AFL First Qualifying Final match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Geelong Cats at Adelaide Oval on October 01, 2020 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

I’m not leaving: Parfitt says no to Giants interest

One of Geelong’s brightest talents was set to be requested by GWS in the blockbuster Jeremy Cameron trade but he isn’t going anywhere, having not even considered the idea of moving.

AFL

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.

AFL

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.

AFL News

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 11: Darcy Cameron of the Magpies celebrates a goal with team mate Brody Mihocek during the 2020 AFL Round 11 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Collingwood Magpies at Adelaide Oval on August 11, 2020 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Matt Turner/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Teams: Pies goes tall, big-name Saints ready to deliver

Chris Mayne returns for Collingwood as the Magpies opt for height against the Eagles, who welcome back a number of big names. But did Jaidyn Stephenson keep his spot? Check out the full teams.

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