‘This is a crisis’: AFL calamity exposed
Damien Hardwick’s decision to quit has exposed a widening “crisis” in the AFL with the game’s biggest names left feeling like “scum”.
Hawthorn
Clarkson set to be exonerated as AFL steps in
Days after he stepped away from coaching, Alastair Clarkson is set to be exonerated as the AFL moves to end the Hawthorn investigation.
Hardwick’s plea as Clarkson takes AFL break
As the AFL world continues to reel from Alastair Clarkson’s decision to step away, his colleagues have rallied around him.
Kennett’s bombshell call after Clarko exit
Jeff Kennett has made a huge call on the Hawthorn racism inquiry in the wake of Alastair Clarkson’s decision to take a break from football.
Petrol station refused to serve Clarkson
Hawks great Jordan Lewis has unloaded on his former club, while revealing the real toll of the racism investigation on Alastair Clarkson.
‘Serious thing’: Mitchell shocked by Clarkson move
As his old mentor Alastair Clarkson stepped away, his replacement as Hawthorn coach revealed his reaction.
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.
AFL bad blood gets ugly as story emerges
The sad feud between former AFL premiership partners has deteriorated further with news one coach is refusing to accept the other’s calls.
Sad twist in Clarko’s ugly feud with Hawks
Alastair Clarkson coached the Hawks to four premierships but a sad development suggests his relationship with them could now be beyond repair.
‘Shameful’: Clarkson unloads on Hawthorn
Nearly eight months after serious accusations of racism were levelled at him, Alastair Clarkson has slammed his former club.
Records smashed as Hawks languish
Fremantle have produced their highest ever score under coach Justin Longmuir after putting Hawthorn to the sword in a 69-point win.
Eddie McGuire brutally slaps Aussie state
Eddie McGuire has torched an Australian state after a football furore erupted when a Hawthorn star was forced to retract a comment.
‘Line him up for Origin’: Monster hit stuns AFL
Hawthorn’s Conor Nash came from Gaelic football to the AFL, but he might well have a future in rugby league with hits like this.
AFL star ‘severs’ tongue in horror scenes
A Hawthorn player was subbed out of a game on Sunday and taken to hospital after suffering a truly sickening injury.
‘Farcical’ scenes leave AFL fans fuming
The AFL world has been left dumbfounded after two stars were handed different bans for doing effectively the same thing.
AFL world stumped by weird message
AFL teams try and hide their tactics from rivals but on Monday afternoon one club left fans stumped with a peculiar message.
Coach goes nuclear over ‘reportable’ act
An AFL coach has been left seeing red and calling for the league to step in over an ugly blight that is taking over the game.
Demolition job puts AFL teams on notice
The reigning premiers endured a horror start to the season, but one quarter showed why they’re a serious force to be reckoned with.
‘Witches hats’ beat Clarko in grudge match
Sam Mitchell has prevailed in the coaching grudge match against Alastair Clarkson, with Hawthorn holding off a late comeback from North Melbourne.
Coach’s plane ticket exposes bitter grudge
Alastair Clarkson will not be on the same flight as his players this weekend with his blunt comment exposing a bitter falling out.
Fresh twist in Hawks racism saga
There’s a fresh twist in the investigation into Hawthorn, with a former player and his wife considering legal action over the club’s handling of allegations.
‘Disaster’: Hawthorn in full crisis mode
Hawthorn has been plunged deeper a state of disaster with a ’secret’ meeting revealing damning new details.
Legend ties the knot alongside footy royalty
A Hawthorn cult hero has tied the knot in a picturesque ceremony in the Yarra Valley, with footy royalty spotted alongside him.
Reasons for Hawks’ round 1 shocker
Hawthorn was the worst-performed team in round 1, but coach Sam Mitchell has downplayed forecasts of doom and gloom.
AFL world loses its mind over cult hero
One of the most electric players in the AFL returned after an almost two-year absence and had fans losing their minds in no time.
Lions coach wants players shielded from racism claims
Lions coach Chris Fagan isn’t comfortable with his players being asked about an AFL investigation into racism claims against him.
AFL wife ends silence as ‘fatal flaw’ emerges
There has reportedly been a major development in the AFL’s investigation into Hawthorn with club champion Cyril Rioli giving an account.
Big hint on new Hawks captain
Hawthorn will appoint a fourth captain in seven years for the upcoming AFL season and one candidate stands out.
Two teams dudded by AFL fixture change
Two struggling teams have been dudded by a slight tweak to the AFL’s fixture after the 2023 line-up of matches was released.
Ex-deputy premier’s shock career move
James Merlino has revealed his surprising next move, just days after leaving Victorian politics.
Hawks find coaching replacement at Carlton
Hawthorn wasted little time locking in Robert Harvey’s replacement in senior coach Sam Mitchell’s team ahead of the return of pre-season training.
Open letter puts AFL, Hawks to shame
Former Hawthorn players and their families have agreed to co-operate with the AFL’s racism investigation – on one condition.
Hawks, Port sign delisted free agents
Two footballers have found new homes on the opening day of the AFL’s delisted free agency period, with Hawthorn and Port Adelaide adding to their playing list.
AFL responds to accuser’s major action
The AFL have responded after one of the women to have made sickening accusations against Hawthorn club figures went on the attack.
AFL announces update on Hawks racism scandal
The AFL has announced a significant development in the Hawthorn racism scandal with the investigation beginning “immediately”.
‘No speed limit’: Hawks reveal flag blueprint
Sam Mitchell has addressed Hawthorn’s heavily scrutinised trade period, making no apologies for moving on veteran stars.
Bombshell theory linked to 19th AFL team
The Geelong star has revealed an intriguing theory on Hawthorn’s bombshell trade period moves, and it’s all linked to a 19th AFL team.
Danger’s bombshell AFL trades theory
A Geelong star has revealed an intriguing theory on Hawthorn’s bombshell trade period moves, and it’s all linked to a 19th AFL team.
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.
AFL star’s wedding triggered shock trade
Hawthorn traded Jaeger O’Meara to Fremantle in the last deal of the trade period, and a rival’s wedding planted the idea for the shock move.
Behind the scenes on how Jaeger bomb landed
Hawthorn traded Jaeger O’Meara to Fremantle in the last deal of the trade period but how did the surprise swap happen?
‘I’ll dodge them’: AFL club becomes a joke
The AFL Trade Period is over and lost in the madness of the final minutes are some big stories that have gone overlooked.
‘No ceiling’: Hawks have faith in new direction
Hawthorn is entering a full-blown rebuild under coach Sam Mitchell after trading veteran stars Tom Mitchell and Jaeger O’Meara.
Lions snare star from Hawks
The Lions have boosted their chances of winning next year’s AFL premiership by luring a Hawthorn star to Brisbane.
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.
AFL names panel to investigate racism scandal
The independent panel formed to investigate shocking allegations of racism at Hawthorn has been formed and given a date to finalise their report.
Hawthorn coach’s family dragged into saga
Sam Mitchell has been dragged into the alleged Hawthorn controversy, with claims he suffered “unsympathetic treatment” towards his family.
‘Mega deal’: AFL free agency dominoes fall
The AFL trade landscape has exploded on Friday with a series of big deals dropping immediately after the official start of the trade period.
Free agent winger officially a Hawk
Karl Amon will play for Hawthorn next year after his free agency deal was confirmed. But what did Port Adelaide receive as compensation?
Hawthorn president breaks silence on furore
Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett has broken his silence after allegations of past mistreatment of First Nations players rocked the AFL.
’Clubs, AFL are furious at Hawthorn’
Hawthorn’s racism report scandal continues to unfold with a fresh report claiming a rival is considering drastic action in response.
Hawthorn email bombshell rocks AFL
Sensational claims have emerged in a bombshell email exchange involving the partner of a former Hawthorn footballer.
Documents expose horrific Hawthorn claims
A Hawthorn footballer claims he needs full time care in one of several allegations contained in a report of an investigation into the club.
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.
‘It’s incredible’: AFL club is a complete mess
North Melbourne legend Brent Harvey has revealed the state of disrepair the club is in following allegations directed at coach Alastair Clarkson.
‘Smear my reputation’: Journo blasts Eddie
The journalist who broke the news on the Hawthorn scandal has taken aim at Eddie McGuire’s comments on Wednesday night.
Huge decision made over AFL bombshell
Alastair Clarkson’s tenure at North Melbourne will be delayed as the AFL’s Integrity Unit investigates serious historical allegations.
Hawks skipper reacts to abortion bombshell
An investigation alleges Hawthorn told an Indigenous player to leave his partner and terminate a pregnancy. Warning: Distressing content
Lions coach steps down amid investigation
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is “taking a leave of absence” while the AFL investigates allegations from his time at Hawthorn.
AFL refuses to release Hawthorn bombshell
AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan has spoken for the first time after bombshell allegations against Hawthorn.
Two more years for in-demand Hawks forward
The Hawks plan to get younger under coach Sam Mitchell but a key signing shows he doesn’t want all his veterans gone.
Forcing Clarkson ‘won’t end your way’
Two clubs are chasing premiership-winning coach Alastair Clarkson, and one of his former captains says it’s better not to push him.
Star’s career-best haul in AFL demolition
A monster eight-goal haul to Tom Lynch has sealed Richmond’s return to finals footy as the Tigers romped to a huge win over Hawthorn.
‘Privileged’: Hawks captain calls time
Just a few days after reaching his 250-game milestone, Hawthorn captain Ben McEvoy has announced his retirement.
Lions coach in the dark on Buddy’s Brisbane move
Lions coach Chris Fagan would happily take Sydney Swans superstar Buddy Franklin in Brisbane but had no news after a bombshell report linking him to the club.
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.
How Hawks could shape the AFL finals
Hawthorn could play party pooper for AFL finals aspirants in the last month and coach Sam Mitchell has revealed his team’s goals.
Star’s emotional tribute after shock death
Hawthorn forward Jack Gunston paid tribute to his late father in an emotional interview after the Hawks’ win on Saturday.
Clarkson price tag would break all records
North Melbourne is reportedly “in the box seat” to land four-time Premiership coach Alastair Clarkson, but he comes at an absurd cost.
How Hawk produced his career-best game
It hasn’t all been smooth sailing for Hawthorn’s prized draftee Josh Ward in his first AFL season but he announced himself with a breakout game against West Coast.
Dear family dares to hope for cancer relief
Hawthorn’s 1991 grand final hero Paul Dear lost his battle with pancreatic cancer but he dreamt of leaving a legacy with the Hawks’ Dare to Hope match.
Another Hawk ruled out for the season
The rebuilding Hawks have decided to pull the pin on a high-profile player’s season as their 2022 campaign nears an end.
‘Strange unit’ behind Hawk’s stunning rise
Mitch Lewis sits alongside Harry McKay and Charlie Cameron in the top 10 of the Coleman Medal race as the big Hawk continues to emerge.
‘So very sad’: AFL great dead at age 55
Tributes are pouring in after it was announced on Saturday morning a Hawthorn Hawks club legend has died at the age of 55.
Star Hawk to miss as he mourns his father
Family, not football, is the priority for Jack Gunston this week after the sudden death of his father and former AFL executive Ray.
Ex-AFL executive Ray Gunston, father of Hawk Jack, dies
The football world is in mourning after the sudden death of long-time AFL administrator and interim Essendon boss Ray Gunston.
Star midfielder commits future to Hawks
Trade speculation has been rife about Tom Mitchell for the past 18 months but he plans to stick it out with the Hawks.
Versatile Hawk inks fresh contract
Hawthorn is in the process of reshaping its list and prioritising youth but a veteran defender has scored a new deal.
High-profile Hawk suffers fresh injury setback
Chad Wingard had just shaken a calf injury but will miss several more games because of a new training setback.
Former Hawk to chase US punting dream
Former Hawthorn footballer is set to join a large group of Australians using their kicking skills to make it big in the United States.
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