How Lions, Suns talent war is shaping Queensland grassroots
The Suns have the most prolific Academy in the land, but how does its quality stack up against the Lions? Here’s how both clubs’ success is making Queensland the AFL’s second biggest state.
Gold Coast
Schoolboy rivalry to be reignited in QClash
A rivalry stemming from schoolboy football in Victoria is set to be revived in Sunday’s QClash at the Gabba.
Why derby shapes as biggest QClash in history
Gold Coast’s blistering start to the 2025 AFL season has set up one of the most significant QClash games in the derby’s short history. This is why.
The call which decided Ashcroft Queensland tug of war
Will and Levi Ashcroft were on track to be Gold Coast Suns players before one call changed their football careers. Now, they are preparing to play their first QClash together as Lions.
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Why new Suns skipper thinks Rowell will reject Vic clubs
Gold Coast have a new captain who is full of belief that Matt Rowell will spurn the advances of rival clubs and re-sign with the Suns beyond 2025. Plus, details on Touk Miller’s knee concern.
Track Watch: Doubts grow over star Sun’s Opening Round chances
The Suns could be on the verge of a major Opening Round blow, with one of their brightest stars now officially in doubt to make their first clash of the season against the Bombers.
It was Dustin’s call: Hardwick revelation over Martin’s Suns move
Damien Hardwick has lifted the lid on why Richmond superstar Dustin Martin decided against a move to the Gold Coast Suns after the pair were “in dialogue” over a move north.
‘Cut me pretty deep’: Noble breaks silence on flag axing, trade
John Noble has broken his silence over his infamous axing from the Pies side on their path to the 2023 flag, and the moment he knew he would request a trade.
‘Concerned’ Dimma reveals sit-down with Rowell post Vic links
Matt Rowell is in demand and Victorian clubs are circling. Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick reveals what was discussed in a private meeting with the star onballer.
SuperCoach alert: Could Suns bolter be 2025’s biggest steal?
Ben Jepson has all the traits SuperCoaches look for in a player. Now he’s on the Gold Coast list, could he end up being one of the steals of 2025? CALLUM DICK charts his rise.
Suns’ tipping point: What needs to happen to keep Rowell from Cats
Geelong is yet again in pursuit of a star rival midfielder, this time it being Matt Rowell. But is it actually possible? Callum Dick examines the possibility of Rowell in the blue and white hoops.
Telling move behind shock AFL trade rumour
Kane Cornes says reports about Gold Coast gun Matt Rowell reveal much more than face value about the former No. 1 draft pick.
‘Carlton needs more’: Are Blues kids holding them back?
At some AFL clubs, young guns form the nucleus of a premiership challenger. At others, fans are nervous about whether their investment will pay off. Where does your team sit ahead of the 2025 season?
‘Lit something in me’: The spark that inspired Shaw’s coaching return
Incoming Gold Coast Suns AFLW coach Rhyce Shaw has revealed what inspired his senior coaching comeback four years after parting ways with North Melbourne.
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