Pies succession plan ticked off, angry fans get an apology
On a big night for Collingwood, Barry Carp was officially voted in as president, two other big names joined the board and Craig Kelly had a message for upset members.
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Luckless ex-Pie returns to former club after delisting
This injury-riddled key forward’s AFL journey began at Geelong, and he will to Kardinia Park in 2025.
‘Wasn’t a good time’: Kelly’s first words on racism saga
Collingwood chief executive Craig Kelly has broken his silence on being the centre of racism allegations, lauding the support he received from outgoing president Jeff Browne.
Pies make long-awaited call on new footy boss
Former Geelong and St Kilda forward Charlie Gardiner has won the race to replace Graham Wright at Collingwood, beating out two other big interstate names.
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‘Quicker’: Star Pie’s bold pre-season call
A Collingwood superstar has an ambitious goal for his 20th AFL pre-season as the Pies welcomed their new draftees onto the track.
Do Better, win premierships: Carp sets out Pies vision
The man set to be charged with leading Collingwood’s next era has declared Craig McRae to be the best coach in the AFL and backed the club’s mantra of being all-in on immediate premiership success.
Broke playing AFL: The day Mal Michael almost quit Pies
The average AFL wage is more than $400,000 — but footy wasn’t always so glamorous. Mal Michael tells the SACKED podcast about living on $250 a week and the meeting which stopped him quitting football.
‘Clear strategy’: Pies’ profit soars despite finals miss
Its premiership defence faltered, but Collingwood enjoyed another bumper financial year following a controversial call in 2023.
Rivals beware as Pies’ weakness becomes a strength on draft night
Even when they won the flag, the Pies had one glaring weakness we could all recognise. Now, after the draft period, not only is that not the case, the club believes it’s spoiled for choice in that area.
‘Our time is now’: Veteran embraces flag push
Collingwood’s “players over picks” strategy was music to the ears of a veteran, who is confident in the club’s aggressive flag bid.
‘It snuck in’: Lions star confirms Rocca, Pies were robbed of flag
Pies fans still say they were robbed of a flag in 2002 after a Anthony Rocca set shot was judged a behind in the decider. In the latest edition of SACKED, Lions full back Mal Michael agrees.
The List Manager: Pies still finals force even if it’s their last dance
The Pies are all about the here and now, but how long can they last before the bottom falls out? JON RALPH examines their list status and their place in the AFL hierarchy in 2025.
Respected AFL champ calls out Jake Paul
A respected AFL champion has labelled Jake Paul a “con job” and vowed to beat the YouTuber, slamming the fight with Mike Tyson.
Can Pies find the right deal for star free agent?
Brayden Maynard will become an unrestricted free agent at the end of next season – and rivals will come knocking. He’s not the only big name out of contract either. Plus, Bobby Hill’s new deal.
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