AFLW: Melbourne Demons player profiles
MELBOURNE is set to be led by the biggest name in women’s football, six-time state league best-and-fairest winner Daisy Pearce. Take a look at the Demons’ full list.
Melbourne Demons
Lyon’s massive wrap for emerging young Dee
JESSE Hogan and Christian Petracca already have fans excited, but one Dee could end up better than both. Plus the recruit that can improve the Dees without having a kick.
‘It hit me in the wrong spot’: Dee’s strange KO
MELBOURNE young gun Christian Salem has opened up on his bizarre pre-Christmas concussion, claiming his brick-filled bag “wasn’t packed right”.
‘Women kicking balls, I’d like to see that’
IF the AFLW’s new ad is a guide, the historic first season is going to be eye-catching with a recreation of the iconic 1990s “I’d like to see that commercial”.
Women players are tough and ready
IT was our first look at AFLW in match mode when Carlton hosted a practice game against Melbourne and ELIZA SEWELL answers the burning questions.
Army camp to help Demons take next step
MELBOURNE captain Nathan Jobes rates the two-day pre-Christmas army camp as one of the best experiences of his career and it will reap rewards for the Demons later in the year.
Injury setback for Demon Tyson
MELBOURNE midfielder Dom Tyson has suffered a pre-season setback after partially dislocating his patella tendon during a training camp.
Demons take no prisoners
JACK Watts, Dom Tyson and Michael Hibberd were among the casualties from Melbourne’s bruising first training session for 2017. SEE THE PICS
Your club’s 2016 Christmas wish
FROM scandal free seasons to finals hopes or something as simple as a viable game plan. The AFL’s clubs have a big wishlist for Santa.
Who is leading the membership race?
THERE is plenty to be excited about if you’re a football fan at this time of year. But which clubs are cashing in? Check out the 2017 early membership ladder.
Lumumba’s touching Kodak moment
FORMER Collingwood captain Nick Maxwell has recalled his most memorable Heritier Lumumba moments, including the ex-Pie’s unusual memento of his first visit to the Holden Centre.
‘AFL looks foolish, stop ruining the game’
FED-UP footy fans have had enough of the constant rule changes and have vented their frustrations after the AFL announced it will ban the “third man up”.
Lumumba retires, settles with Dees
RETIRED Demon Heritier Lumumba will be paid a portion of his 2017 wage after agreeing to a settlement with the club.
Nothing boring about Lumumba
THROUGHOUT his AFL career, Heritier Lumumba was never too far away from the headlines. But what were his best quotes?
Scorpions officially become Demons
IT’S official, the Scorpions are now Demons with Casey changing its name and jumper to strengthen its alignment with AFL club Melbourne.
Top players deserve to cash in like Gill
A VETERAN player agent says it’s “outrageous” AFL boss Gillon McLachlan takes home a wage twice the size of some of the game’s superstars, including Brownlow medallist Patrick Dangerfield.
Hawks pass on numbers of club greats
HAWTHORN has taken the final step in moving on from Sam Mitchell and Jordan Lewis by passing on their jumpers numbers for 2017. SEE YOUR CLUB’S CHANGES
Dawes ‘embarrassed’ by time at Dees
‘I THOUGHT I was going to become a much better player than what I ended up being.’ Chris Dawes says he feels embarrassed by how his AFL career ended.
Players to Gill: Show us some respect
AFL players have slammed the league as the pay war continues, with Brownlow medallist Patrick Dangerfield firing another shot at chief executive Gillon McLachlan for his no-show.
Oliver avoids ban for failed breath test
MELBOURNE has decided not to suspend rising star Clayton Oliver after he was caught drink-driving during the pre-season.
Demons push through pain barrier
MELBOURNE was put through a punishing hill-sprint session in the sun at The Tan today which left more than a few left gasping for air.
Rookie draft: Who did your club pick?
ESSENDON has given Shaun McKernan another chance, Drew Petrie has an AFL lifeline and there is another Silvagni at Carlton. But not every hopeful found a home. SEE PROFILES OF EVERY PICK
Video: Howe who? Meet Mitch Hannan
MELBOURNE fans, meet Mitch Hannan. The high-flying forward drafted on Friday night that might make you forget all about Jeremy Howe.
McGrath can be part of Bombers revival
ESSENDON believes No.1 draft pick Andy McGrath can walk into its best 22 next season along with the 10 superstars returning from drug bans. SEE THE TOP 10
Pay dispute no closer to resolution
PAY talks between the game’s 800 players and AFL chiefs have stalled and club bosses have been warned not to expect a resolution before Christmas.
Tyson tips teammate to elevate game in 2017
CHRISTIAN Petracca developed a reputation as one of the most explosive young midfielders in the competition in 2016. And his teammate thinks it’s just the beginning.
Dees deny Lumumba legal threat
UPDATE: Melbourne has denied enigmatic defender Heritier Lumumba has threatened legal action against the club as they work through his heath issues.
The real story behind Jack Watts’ look
JACK Watts says he turned up at pre-season training with blinding white hair after a dare. But that’s not the whole story, according to one teammate.
Demons continue climb up profit ladder
MELBOURNE’S financial position continues to mirror their on-field resurgence with the club posting a profit for the third year running.
Chiocci ready as women take centre stage
COLLINGWOOD AFL women’s player Steph Chiocci says tonight’s first pre-season training session is a major stepping stone ahead of the inaugural season.
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