Staunch defence of AFL star’s monster deal
The GWS Giants have defended their eight-year deal to Josh Kelly, as one legend described the star as not worthy of the new contract.
The GWS Giants have defended their eight-year deal to Josh Kelly, as one legend described the star as not worthy of the new contract.
The AFL’s bad boy is set to miss a must-win game on Saturday, but his club has come to the rescue after he was given a one-game ban.
The GWS Giants have handed a monster eight-year contract to one of their young stars, effectively tying them down to the club for life.
The bad boy of AFL is set for a spell on the sidelines yet again after being sanctioned for his actions during GWS’ upset win over Geelong.
Geelong is eyeing Greater Western Sydney superstar Jeremy Cameron as part of the club’s long-term succession plan for veteran spearhead Tom Hawkins.
Hawthorn has been bolstered by the return of Shaun Burgoyne, but has left out a SuperCoach backline mainstay, while Geelong has pulled a shocker, leaving out one of the best cheapies in the game. EVERY TEAM
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The GWS Giants are securing all their young stars, with Josh Kelly the latest signature, but at some point they will need to make a decision on veterans Shane Mumford and Heath Shaw.
GWS star Josh Kelly admits he was seriously tempted by lucrative offers from Victorian clubs, but hopes his decision to stay with the Giants will influence fellow vice-captain Stephen Coniglio to also put pen to paper.
Carlton’s depth will be put to the ultimate test this week, with Kade Simpson, Nic Newman and Matthew Kreuzer ruled out of the club’s huge clash with North Melbourne. SEE YOUR CLUB’S INJURY LIST
Stephen Coniglio has never won a best and fairest at GWS. But combining his talents with Tom Scully, Tom Mitchell and Jaeger O’Meara would build such an exciting midfield that it’s time for the Hawks to pay up.
The Swans’ task of getting back on the winner’s list has suffered a blow with Lance Franklin to miss another week. Meanwhile, cross-town rival GWS is counting the cost of its Sydney derby win.
The GWS dressing room remains confident Josh Kelly and Stephen Coniglio will recommit to the club, even though the Giants are still playing the waiting game. BEN HORNE spoke to Tim Taranto about how the players are feeling.
GWS Giants defender Aidan Corr has revealed how a desperate trip to see medical specialists in Dublin has rebooted his career after losing all power in his legs from a mystery groin injury.
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