Young Sun’s ‘pretty special’ moment two years in the making
Gold Coast young gun’s touching story behind family’s long-awaited journey to watch him play footy – and how it very nearly all went wrong.
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‘Let me finish’: Hutchy destroys AFL co-host
A call to trade Richmond superstar Dustin Martin has been labelled the “worst argument ever heard” in a frosty live TV exchange.
Stunning graph says it all after AFL blitz
The Gold Coast Suns have done the Darwin double in 2023 and extended their winning record at their home away from home with a stunning 25 point win over the Adelaide Crows.
Lions to fight Zorko ban
Dayne Zorko will face the tribunal on Wednesday night following Brisbane’s decision to fight his suspension for putting his hands near the eyes of an opponent.
Little known ‘quirk’ sends footy world wild
The umpiring had been slammed by fans all night long, but this little-known quirk might have taken the cake as the strangest call made as the Suns downed the Dogs in Darwin.
Dew: I’m the man to lead the Suns
Not for the first time during his Gold Coast coaching tenure is Stuart Dew having to deal with a high-profile mentor being linked to his job.
Suns player racially abused by Lions fan
The Brisbane Lions haven’t been able to find the supporter who racially abused Gold Coast Suns defender Mac Andrew during last weekend’s QClash.
Suns set for stern QClash midfield battle
Despite the absence of talisman Touk Miller, the Gold Coast Suns are confident of a bold midfield showing against the Brisbane Lions.
‘Deeply flawed’: Fagan preaches scandal innocence
Chris Fagan has maintained his innocence amid the Hawthorn scandal after co-accused Alastair Clarkson stepped away from his role.
Hopes remain for very Berry QClash
The Berry brothers could yet go head to head in Saturday night’s battle between the Lions and the Suns.
Every club, every Indigenous guernsey for 2023
The AFL clubs continue to step it up with their Sir Doug Nicholls Round guernseys. We take a look at all 18 editions for 2023, who designed them and what they mean. Vote for your favourite here.
Suns defender wary of Cameron backlash
Essendon managed to keep Charlie Cameron quiet, and now it’s the turn of Gold Coast Suns defender Sean Lemmens to nullify the threat of the Lions star.
Overdue Suns to do it their ‘way’
The Gold Coast Suns are desperate to avoid being beaten by the Brisbane Lions for a ninth successive time.
Star savages own side in AFL horror show
The West Coast Eagles have put out yet another grim display at Optus Stadium, thrashed in front of a livid home crowd.
‘What he deserved’: Limited sympathy for banned Demon
While Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew sympathised with banned Demon Jacob van Rooyen, a Suns player was not so kind.
AFL rocked by star’s weird pre-game routine
Athletes are known for their weird habits and dietary intakes, but this effort from an AFL star might take the cake as the weirdest of the lot.
Umpires booed as controversy stuns legends
Melbourne surged to the top of the ladder after holding off a plucky Gold Coast, as fans were left fuming over a couple of late decisions.
Former Lion to debut for the Suns
Tom Berry left the Brisbane Lions in the hope of more AFL footy with the Gold Coast Suns, and he now gets his chance with his new club.
Shock loss leaves AFL dynasty in tatters
The Gold Coast Suns have handed Richmond their fifth loss in a row to leave the fallen AFL contenders at the bottom of the ladder.
AFL star limps off in brutal scenes
Gold Coast might have pulled off their most important win of the year, but it was soured by a worrying injury to their best player.
Image exposes AFL Gather Round black eye
The iconic spectacle of AFL football returning to a suburban venue in Adelaide included some embarrassing numbers for one club.
‘He’s already left’: Suns coach storms off
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has given a surprise response after he was seen storming off the ground in dramatic scenes.
Massive umpire blunder sets internet alight
You could almost hear Brian Taylor screaming out in exasperation over this controversial call but the umpires were having none of it.
‘No reason’: Brutal Dockers snub really stings
Gather Round was going to be painful for Fremantle as soon as it was announced, now an AFL slight is hurting more than ever.
Suns ignoring stinging criticism
Gold Coast Suns coach Stuart Dew believes he doesn’t need to motivate his players with comments from critics.
Shock AFL leader’s 12-year first
St Kilda have continued its remarkable start to the 2023 AFL season with dreams of ending the game’s longest active premiership drought.
AFL champions’ ‘absolute class’ act
Reigning premiers the Geelong Cats have had a shocking start to the season but while they don’t have any wins, this act showed they’re winners.
Wild scenes in unthinkable 47-year shock
The AFL world is dumbfounded after the reigning premiers’ horror start to the season continued — and fans think they know why.
‘He’s in strife’: Buddy in big trouble
AFL superstar Lance Franklin could be facing a meeting with the Tribunal after leaving an opponent sprawled out on the turf.
Suns set to shine with return of the King
Despite being sidelined since February last year, Gold Coast Suns star Ben King has improved his “style of play” ahead of his AFL comeback.
New details over viral incident revealed
Campbell Brown has spilled the beans on the incident that ended his footy career — and the moment his dad went viral around the world.
‘Missing link’ can trigger new Suns era
The Suns have their best chance in years to finally cement a finals berth, but they must correct one key flaw in order to do it.
As an athlete food is your friend not your enemy
When on the sidelines and dealing with injury AFLW star Ellie Hampson thought consuming calories would hold her back – she could not have been more wrong.
Suns secure rising star on long-term deal
The Gold Coast Suns’ hopes of becoming an AFL premiership force have been boosted by the long-term retention of a star in the making.
Trials, tribulations of dramatic trade period
Big-name moves, a controversial salary dump, tensions between list managers and arguably the biggest trade ever made the 2022 trade period one to remember.
He’s Crow-ing home: Rankine trade done
Izak Rankine is heading home to South Australia after Adelaide satisfied Gold Coast’s trade demands. So what did it take to get the deal done?
In-demand Sun makes call on future
Jack Bowes has made up his mind on where he wants to be traded to after days of meeting with suitors who will also inherit pick seven in this year’s AFL draft.
Key Lion re-signs; Pie’s contract status revealed
Brisbane star Dayne Zorko will extend his career into a 12th season, while a Magpie who many believed to be out of contract quietly re-signed last year.
Out-of-favour Sun emerges as trade option
A third Gold Coast player could be on the move, with Izak Rankine and Brayden Fiorini already expected to be elsewhere in 2023.
Saints star officially tells club he’s out
A St Kilda utility has told the club he wants to be traded to a club in Queensland in another development in his trade saga.
The complexity behind Izak’s homecoming
Izak Rankine’s trade request to his hometown Crows was the talk of the AFL this week but will his impending move be smooth sailing?
Suns boss’ parting whack to $4m star
The chairman of the Suns has delivered a parting whack to wantaway star Izak Rankine, saying his teammates “felt they were all in this together”.
Make me a Crow: Suns star requests trade
Izak Rankine wants to play for his hometown Adelaide next season, informing a disappointed Gold Coast in his exit meeting on Tuesday.
Sun may have set for Rankine
The Gold Coast Suns won’t risk Izak Rankine in their final match of the season if there’s any doubt about his injured shoulder.
Test of ‘maturity’ awaits Suns
Amid ongoing speculation Izak Rankine will leave the club, the Suns are desperate for a strong performance against AFL leaders Geelong.
Suns chairman, star urge Rankine to stay
Re-signing Izak Rankine is Gold Coast’s top priority in the coming weeks as the rising star weighs up a huge offer from Adelaide.
Unwanted Tiger makes most of lifeline
All Mabior Chol wanted was a chance to show what he could do at AFL level, and Gold Coast Suns coach Stuart Dew provided it for the ex-Tiger.
Returning Lions stars told to deliver in QClash
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan says history will count for nothing in Saturday night’s QClash at the Gabba.
Lion is proud of AFL century
This weekend’s QClash holds greater significance for the Lions’ Callum Ah Chee, who will chalk up a well-deserved AFL milestone.
QClash woes won’t dull Suns’ belief
The Gold Coast Suns need to end their QClash drought in their chase for a maiden AFL finals berth.
QClash of extreme significance
Saturday night’s QClash is crucial for both the Brisbane Lions and the Gold Coast Suns.
‘Absurd’ moment sends AFL into a frenzy
Essendon ruckman Sam Draper has pulled off a late contender for goal of the year during Sunday’s victory over the Gold Coast Suns.
‘Job is not done’: Club’s ‘belief’ in AFL coach
Gold Coast Suns have ended speculation about the future of coach Stuart Dew as the club continues to “chase down firsts”.
Suns suffer another season-ending injury
The news that Joel Jeffrey had been ruled for the rest of the season tempered Gold Coast Suns’ celebrations over the re-signing of Jack Lukosius.
Suns defender out for the season
Gold Coast Suns defender Wil Powell had surgery on Monday to repair his badly injured ankle.
Demons’ slide has in-form Suns cautious
The Gold Coast Suns aren’t getting cocky despite their good form, which has many tipping them to finish in the top eight this season.
AFL club record smashed in ‘complete mauling’
The Gold Coast Suns have continued to cement Darwin’s TIO Stadium as its new home away from home with a record-breaking performance.
Suns coach backs embattled Kangaroos counterpart
Gold Coast Suns coach Stuart Dew believes David Noble can lift the struggling Kangaroos if given the time.
Suns coach backs under-fire defender
There was no chance of Gold Coast Suns coach Stuart Dew not backing his defender Sam Collins following suggestions of illegal tactics.
‘Embarrassing’: AFL stunned by huge upset
The Gold Coast Suns caused arguably the upset of the AFL season to date with a spectacular defensive display to emerge victorious against Sydney.
Pressure nothing new for besieged Suns coach
Speculation about his future is anything but a surprise for Gold Coast Suns coach Stuart Dew.
‘Unacceptable’ Suns must lift
The Gold Coast Suns are in danger of letting another AFL season fall by the wayside unless they quickly rediscover winning form.
Why Lions are desperate for Swans’ scalp
The Brisbane Lions aren’t satisfied with their start to the AFL season despite winning five from six.
Lions skipper set for more time in defence
Emerging star Keidean Coleman returns to Brisbane’s side for Sunday’s QClash against the Gold Coast Suns at Metricon Stadium.
Twin rucks to run amok for Lions
Oscar McInerney has welcomed the addition of fellow giant Darcy Fort to the Brisbane Lions’ rucking ranks.
Lions not about to show Suns mercy
The Brisbane Lions are intent on extending their QClash winning streak to seven matches on Sunday at Metricon Stadium.
Dew: Suns ‘not far away’ from Lions
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew predicts a physical QClash on Sunday as the Suns bid to end Brisbane’s derby dominance.
Witts and Suns striving for consistency
Jarrod Witts and his Gold Coast Suns aren’t satisfied with their form ahead of Sunday’s QClash against the Brisbane Lions.
McCarthy milestone a long time coming
Having played less than 30 matches in seven seasons of AFL football with Geelong, Linc McCarthy considered retirement, but then the Brisbane Lions came calling.
Suns wary of ‘unpredictable’ Saints
The Gold Coast Suns won’t fall into the trap of writing off a St Kilda side missing the “unbelievable” Paddy Ryder.
Suns striving for ‘balance’ between self-belief and respect for premiers
Having beaten the West Coast Eagles in Perth, the Gold Coast Suns are now chasing the scalp of the AFL premiers.
Suns keen to lock away another young gun
Mac Andrew is yet to play an AFL match but the Suns see him as a major piece of their future and are keen to extend his contract.
Suns primed to challenge weekly: Dew
A season-opening defeat of West Coast has buoyed Suns coach Stuart Dew, who believes his players are ready to win more regularly
Suns coach hails King re-signing as positive for future
Ben King won’t play for Gold Coast this season as he recovers from an ACL injury but he still provided a major boost for the Suns
Lions blueprint a formula for Suns success
The transformation of the Brisbane Lions irritates but also inspires Gold Coast Suns co-captain Touk Miller.
Suns claim another scalp
The Gold Coast Suns have claimed another pre-season scalp with an impressive display at Metricon Stadium.
Nathan Buckley’s problem with $256 bet
Ex-Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley has taken a thinly-veiled swipe at the AFL, questioning the consistency of its suspensions.
AFL punish player for betting on matches
Gold Coast Suns youngster Rhys Nicholls will miss the start of the AFL season after he was caught out betting on matches in 2021.
AFL stud’s heartbreaking hug says it all
The Gold Coast Suns’ Matt Rowell burst onto the scene in 2020 but it’s been revealed how deeply the youngster were hurt by his injury woes.
‘Hunger’ increased for returning Lions star
Cam Rayner is ready to play after missing the entire 2021 season, but his Brisbane skipper Dayne Zorko won’t play in the Lions’ upcoming trial matches.
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