Why Giants knew business-savvy Hird was their man
It took just one hour of listening to James Hird and then a follow-up pre-Christmas retreat before the Giants realised this could be a perfect partnership. Why they knew he was their man.
Essendon
Next big thing? Key figure to drive Bombers’ rise up ladder
Essendon is out to improve on their eighth-placed finish and a young gun will be crucial to their hopes of ascending further. Full analysis of Essendon’s 2022 prospects.
Fandemic: How loyal AFL members have been rewarded
The AFL will look forward to welcoming back Victorian footy fans this season – here is how the loyal members have been rewarded for sticking by their club during the pandemic.
Christmas Q&A: AFL young guns reveal their worst gifts
What’s the worst gift you’ve ever recieved on Christmas? We asked a group of the AFL’s youngest stars and for one it goes past just socks and jocks.
Financial report: Pies take net loss as entire league thrives
Despite two chaotic, Covid-hit seasons teams around the league emerged with healthy profits except for the powerhouse Pies, here is why.
How close Dustin came to US gig as son’s punt pays off
With son Mason making his mark in the US as a punter in college football, Essendon great Dustin Fletcher has revealed just how close he came to following the American dream.
‘Play on’: McLachlan backs AFL against Omicron
The AFL are committed to ‘playing on’ in season 2022 despite the new Omicron variant that threatens the nation. Here is how they plan to battle it.
Have the premiers nailed draft’s best value player?
The Demons are rejoicing a job well done after remarkably securing their two prime draft targets, including one described as possibly this year’s best value pick.
Saints explain: Why we let local star slide to Power
St Kilda says it has no concerns about the go-home factor after drafting a South Australian talent over a junior star who grew up on its doorstep, a call which drew criticism from an AFL legend.
AFL yet again rocked by positive Covid case
Just a week after Hawthorn’s Finn Maginness turned in a positive Covid test, a member at another AFL club announced they have a confirmed case in their ranks.
‘No way’ star can be captain after this
Nat Fyfe is among the best players ever to pull on the Fremantle jumper, but one AFL legend believes there’s no option but to strip him of the captaincy.
Watch: ‘Elite’ Irishman signs with Cats
Geelong has signed one of the most highly-rated talents ever to come out of Ireland, who has already been touted as a “very impressive” prospect by one of his new teammates.
Legend’s sons double punt on NFL career
Essendon would have had great hopes to sign the sons of club legend Dustin Fletcher, but now both have gone on a very different sporting path.
What happens if a player refuses to be vaccinated?
The AFL has outlined what steps it will take if a player refuses to be vaccinated, with its hardline stance winning the support of an influential club boss.
Cats must nail this draft or accept their fate
Geelong must prepare for its most important draft in the modern era. With seven list spots to fill, an ageing list and dreams to never bottom out, they can’t afford to fail.
‘Absolute tragedy’: Hidden truth behind shock call
John Coleman was on track to become the greatest player in Australian Rules history. His career was turned on its head in an instant.
Bedside vigil: How Hird almost missed Dons’ 2000 prelim
James Hird has revealed in a new documentary he was nearly forced to miss Essendon’s 2000 preliminary final as his daughter faced a life-threatening medical issue.
Bucky’s list ratings: Where does your club stand?
Is your club in the premiership window or ready for a long rebuild? Expert recruiter Gary Buckenara puts every club’s list under the blowtorch.
Nomads find new home in cross-code deal
Clubs from the A-League and the AFL have joined forces, with Western United signing a tenancy partnership with Essendon at the Hangar.
Zaharakis joins local footy ranks
After a decorated career at Essendon, David Zaharakis is making the move to local footy in 2022, landing at a Northern Football League powerhouse.
Hewett’s Blues deal includes trigger for fifth-year
More details have emerged about free agent George Hewett’s deal to join Carlton, including how he can pick up an extra year via a games based trigger.
Trade guide: The players every club is likely to lose
The trade period is here. What are your club’s plans for the next two weeks? Check out our ultimate guide to see who is coming and going this off-season.
Tigers champion makes move to rivals
After playing with Essendon’s VFL team as a fill-in during 2021, a retired Richmond premiership star has made a decision about joining the club officially.
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