Goodwin: Harley has some work to do
With competition for spots finally strong at Melbourne, coach Simon Goodwin says Harley Bennell is a long way off being a walk-up start in the side despite good reviews of his Demons debut in Round 2.
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May: Demons don’t have to join hubs
The new AFL reality means some players just won’t be able to move interstate with their teams, and Melbourne defender Steven May says that has to be respected.
Teams: Bombers’ big selection boost
Essendon has confirmed the return of skipper Dyson Heppell, and that’s not the only boost for the Bombers this weekend. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs and Giants have made some big changes. FULL TEAMS, plus KFC SuperCoach advice.
Demons stars suspended for AFL breach
Two Melbourne Demons stars have each been handed suspensions after breaking the AFL’s strict coronavirus living arrangement protocols.
Savage dig that made AFL superstar
In two seasons, Max Gawn transformed from a Demons fringe member to an All-Australian, and he thanks a coach’s ruthless feedback for his success.
Footy fan survey: Have your say on the game’s biggest issues
Football has been challenged like never before and every part of the game has felt the pressure. From mergers, to hubs and list sizes, everything is on the agenda. Now it’s time for you to have your say on the game’s biggest issues.
Three-week pre-season? ‘Stuff all’, fitness guru says
How long will players need to prepare fully for the season to restart? League officials are hopeful of a three-week mini-pre-season, but one leading fitness expert warns it won’t be enough. LISTEN
Hogan nears return to Dockers
Could Jesse Hogan be back in purple when footy finally makes its return? Reports out of the Fremantle Dockers camp suggest he has made great inroads in his return from injury and mental health issues.
Revealed: Best 50 games of past 50 years
Forget the experts, the ballot was thrown open to the fans to select the 50 greatest games of the past 50 years. The votes for Fox Footy’s 50-50 are in, here are the games you chose.
AFLW: How final weekend of the season went down
Carlton were through to an AFLW preliminary final after defeating Brisbane until the AFL handed down its decision to cancel the season. Find out who stood up in the very last week of AFLW for season 2020.
KFC SuperCoach fans on Twitter share their thoughts on rookies, breakout contenders
Nobody knows SuperCoach players of a team like the fans that barrack for them week in, week out. So, we reached out to the SuperCoach community on Twitter to find out the fans’ opinion on rookies and breakout contenders from each club.
Marsh Teams: Who will play for your club?
Majak Daw will take another step in his emotional return to football when he plays in North Melbourne’s opening pre-season game. See who else will line up in the opening weekend.
The player ex-Dogs AFLW coach slammed as ‘most selfish’
The mystery surrounding former Bulldogs AFLW coach Paul Groves’ cryptic tweet that labelled a player “most selfish” and “ungrateful” has been solved — and the subject is said to be disappointed and hurt.
Injury crisis: Dees lose third player to ACL
It has gone from bad to worse for the Demons. They have now lost three players to ACL injuries – just two rounds in to the AFLW season. And it’s deja vu for luckless Dee Ainslie Kemp.
‘F*** the narrative’: Jones’ emotional Demons plea
Nathan Jones urged Melbourne’s younger leaders to step up and fill the void after stepping down as captain in an emotional speech to players after the club’s horror 2019 season.
Pearce: Injury woes won’t derail Dees
Melbourne captain Daisy Pearce says the club’s mounting injury list will help build resilience among its playing group as she prepares to play her first AFLW game since giving birth to twins.
12 players you need to keep tabs on for Draft Day
Whether they’re returning from injury or just had a poor season last year, it’s important to keep an eye on returning players who can help pad out your Draft team.
Solution found for AFLW list crisis
AFLW clubs struggling to have enough fit players to choose from for Round 1 have been allowed to sign reinforcements. But one condition has to be met before they are allowed to play.
Don’t be caught napping on these Draft Sleepers
A good night’s sleep can be a crucial key to success in everyday life. Sleepers in your SuperCoach draft can be just as vital.
Draft Strategy: Rookies
The latter rounds of SuperCoach Draft is where coaches will usually take a punt on younger players and, in some cases, players in their rookie years.
The Commissioner’s Guide to SuperCoach AFL Draft
SuperCoach Draft is an alternative season-long campaign in SuperCoach that offers something different, keeping leagues and teams unique all year round. Here’s an expert’s tips on setting up your own draft.
SuperCoach Scout: Melbourne
From a SuperCoach perspective they’ve had two bonafide guns over the last several years – but the Dees will need others to step up to join ruck royalty Max Gawn and midfield maestro Clayton Oliver if they’re to stay SuperCoach relevant in 2020.
How will Origin teams be picked?
State of Origin is full steam ahead, with the AFL today outlining selection criteria for the Victoria v All-Stars match that will raise much-needed funds for fire-affected communities. Will clubs and players heed the call?
Double knee blow for Demons
Melbourne has suffered a double injury blow on the eve of the AFL Women’s season with two key Demons felled by ACL injuries.
Eagles, Port make two late list changes
Just when you thought the list changes were finalised for 2019, West Coast and Port Adelaide had other ideas. The Eagles have cut two midfielders while Port plans to redraft a couple of emerging talents. SEE EVERY LIST CHANGE
Full fixture: AFLW to charge for some 2020 games
Double-headers, 13 new venues and some ticketed AFL Women’s games. That’s just some of the offering after the release of the AFLW fixture for 2020. SEE IT HERE
Gary Buckenara analyses every club’s list
Which clubs are ready to strike in the premiership window, who made smart calls during the trade period and who’s treading water? Recruiting expert Gary Buckenara puts every AFL list under the microscope.
Done deals: Saints big winners, Steven a Cat
The last day of the trade period has been as frenetic as expected, although several big deals remained in limbo with less than two hours remaining. EVERY DONE DEAL.
Every club’s best-and-fairest winner
From history-makers to comeback kids and unheralded heroes, this year’s best-and-fairest awards recognised some of the AFL’s best talents. Who won at your club?
Cats, Eagles fans share grief with Frawley’s family
The AFL has paid tribute to Danny Frawley with a minute’s silence at the MCG before Friday night’s semi-final, which was attended by his grieving family.
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