Why big season looms for injury-hit Cat as young gun praised
Jack Henry battled foot setbacks for two seasons. But after an impressive 2024 campaign, he is primed for an even bigger year in 2025. Plus, he shares an insight into an emerging defender.
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Every Cat rated: Next-gen Geelong officially making its move
Jeremy Cameron not Geelong’s No. 1 anymore? That’s right – and it’s not the only ranking that might surprise. Glenn McFarlane and Jon Ralph rate every player on the list.
547 days later: Inside ‘anxious’ Bailey Smith’s return to footy
Cats assistant James Rahilly said his side’s new superstar recruit Bailey Smith was nervous before running out for the first time in 574 days, while two youngsters have been hyped up.
AFL shuts down garment as star goes rogue
Bailey Smith’s highly anticipated first appearance for Geelong has caused a stir because of an outlawed fashion accessory.
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Bomber out, Pagan in: The Cat coup that almost changed history
Denis Pagan was the man floated to become Geelong coach as pressure mounted on Mark Thompson. In the final SACKED podcast of this series, we go inside the tumult which almost changed Geelong’s modern history.
AFL or College? Rookie’s big call, goal to be another Cats steal
Geelong draftee Patrick Retschko had to choose between his two passions, and his decision was vindicated. He reflects on that decision, following in the footsteps of two Cats sensations and more.
Six key Cats with biggest points to prove ahead of flag pursuit
Geelong’s flag hunt began in earnest this week. And several Cats in particular will be vying to put their best foot forward this pre-season.
Track watch: Smith shines, Cats’ ‘Slim Shady’, breakout contender
Bailey Smith was there for his first full session and he certainly caught the eye. Plus, the young Cat to watch in 2025 and all the latest from the track. WATCH THE VIDEO
Cats facing leadership void as Danger mulls captaincy call
There was little commitment from Patrick Dangerfield this week when asked he if will captain the Cats in 2025. But behind him and vice-captain Tom Stewart, the cupboard is surprisingly bare.
Third time lucky: Draft snubs, Cats’ crucial hand in ex-VFL ruck’s rise
Joe Pike missed out at the end of 2023 and then again six months later. But 12 months after his initial disappointment, he became a Geelong player. And the Cats were pivotal before drafting him.
Cats draftee’s devastation after tragic death of local figure
Xavier Ivisic’s road to joining his hometown club wasn’t all smooth sailing. But the tragic death of a beloved physio who had helped him on his journey put things into perspective.
‘Really unfortunate’: Saint turned Cat reflects on academy snubs
Academy prospect Lenny Hofmann was overlooked by the Saints, but still got his chance at Geelong. However, a fellow Saints NGA product wasn’t so lucky.
‘Small town, big dreams’: The Irish town which made two All Australians
Irish forward Aishling Moloney has committed to a new deal with Geelong less than a day after earning her first AFLW All Australian blazer — an honour shared with a childhood best friend.
Drum earmarked for hit job which set 1989 grand final alight
Damian Drum missed the 1989 grand final with injury, but on SACKED he reveals champion coach Malcolm Blight had him pencilled in to clean up Dermott Brereton at the opening bounce.
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