Clubs primed for turbo-charged trade frenzy
Last year’s trade and free agency period was slammed for lack of movement. There is still a third of the 2022 season to go, but clubs are already expecting a frenzy of movement.
Glenn Mcfarlane
Sacked: Bizarre moment ‘Jacko’ set fire to Lindsay Fox
Mark ‘Jacko’ Jackson was the most difficult player that Tony Jewell coached. And a dangerous prank on the wealthy St Kilda president proved just that.
Dew’s hopes for Suns’ future after new deal
Chasing a host of ‘firsts’ is among coach Stuart Dew’s wish list after recommitting to Gold Coast as speculation about his future has been put to bed.
‘Flawed, failed, wrong’: Hawk succession plan in firing line
A powerful supporter group has hit out at Hawthorn’s presidency succession plan, declaring it was “deeply concerned” and considering a bid to shake-up the board.
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Pies mourn Hall-of-Fame skipper
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AFL Rich 100: COVID-19 salary cuts revealed
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How Kennedy’s legendary speech was almost lost to footy
As the footy world mourns the passing of Hawthorn godfather John Kennedy Sr, Jon Ralph discovers his legendary “Don’t Think, Do” speech almost never saw the light of day. Read Glenn McFarlane’s tribute and the full speech.
Crystal Ball: Top eight set for shake-up
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Could cashed-up player emerge in AFL broadcast deal?
The AFL will have to take a cut on its broadcast rights deal for the first time in history. But could a new player like Amazon, Google or Facebook join Channel 7 and Foxtel at the bidding table?
De Goey precedent could mark death of mega deal
AFL player agents fear the uncertainty surrounding future salary cap sizes – and the financial squeeze on clubs – will put an end to long-term mega deals, with an out-of-contract Collingwood star looming as an important early test case.
Hawk Ceglar on Freddie, Frawley and Formula One
Hawthorn ruckman Jonathon Ceglar might just be the tallest sparky in Melbourne. He’s opened up on his passion for Formula One, what he’d like to change about the AFL and the Hawks he’d like to share a boat with in a special Q&A.
How Stevie J suspension changed the Cats forever
It was the line in the sand moment that may have saved Steve Johnson’s career. But would the Cats do it all over again? Brendan McCartney reveals why the club moved from only punishing players to realising they needed to support them.
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