AFLW draft: Likely top-10 picks revealed
A potential father-daughter Demon, a Super Netball prospect planning to juggle two sports and a 157cm pocket rocket. Meet the top prospects in this year’s AFLW draft crop.
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Kenyan-born Adelaide young gun on radar of Victorian AFLW clubs
She was born in Kenya, has won two SANFLW premierships and is one of SA’s top AFLW draft prospects. Meet Elaine Grigg.
Five ways to fix AFLW: Recruiters, list managers have their say
List managers of AFLW sides have to balance draftees in state pools and national pools, a tiered salary system and don’t have access to trading future picks. Those in the know tell SAM LANDSBERGER about their solutions.
Top Queensland draft talent hopes her heroes become teammates
Sophie Peters has been mentored by the Brisbane Lions’ best and based her game around two of their stars. On Monday night her heroes could become teammates.
The father-daughter selections that can shake up AFLW draft
Guy Rigoni was a hardworking Dee on the MCG for eight seasons and his daughter Jemma knows the grand stadium like the back of her hand as she gets ready for the AFLW draft.
Rising Crow catching the eye for different reason
Young Crows star Josh Rachele stands out on the field in a lot of ways – mainly around goal. But in Adelaide’s gruelling final session of 2023, something else stood out.
From Port Augusta to Port captain: Inside Rozee’s rise
Right from an early age, Connor Rozee showed signs he would go far in whatever calling he followed. Those close to him are still amazed at just how far the new Port Adelaide captain has gone already.
Pies track watch: Potential SSP signing looms as McStay solution
Craig McRae was a vocal watcher as two Magpie forwards duked it out on Friday as the battle to cover for Dan McStay heats up, with a potential SSP signing in the frame.
Track watch: Blues defender like a ‘new recruit’, guns’ minor scare
Carlton has hit the track for its final hit-out before the Christmas break, with two mids causing a mild panic when heading to the bench, while a returning defender is like a ‘new recruit’.
‘I’m one of the lucky ones’: Cats legend’s heroic cancer fight
In January, Michael Turner was told he might only have six to 12 months to live. Now, the Geelong legend is about to head back into the surf. He opens up on the fight of his life.
Oliver to face court after latest incident
After a tumultuous 2023, Demon Clayton Oliver will front court in 2024, after being caught by police behind the wheel despite being banned.
Dusty management group fined after breach
The management company that looks after Dustin Martin, run by Ralph Carr, has been whacked with a fine after an audit conducted by the AFL Players’ Association and other auditors.
Maynard to ‘reprogram’ after AFL looks to acts on Brayshaw incident
Premiership Pie Brayden Maynard says he has no issues with the AFL’s possible rule adjustments in the wake of his incident with Demon Angus Brayshaw in the finals series.
Dees engage top KC in fresh Federal Court stoush
A top King’s Counsel who acted for Crown Resorts in the Finkelstein Royal Commission will join Melbourne in its fight against board challenger Peter Lawrence.
Step away from the ‘grind’ behind Pies list guru’s sabbatical for 2024
The Pies will be without one of the most vital cogs in their premiership operation for much of 2024, with footy boss Graham Wright stepping away.
Destination club? Pies to be ‘at front of queue’ for free agents
‘We are the destination club’ – Collingwood president Jeff Browne was clear with his words at the club’s AGM on Thursday night. So, who’s coming to the Magpies next?
Bulldog blow: Baz out for season in ‘devastating training mishap’
What was looming as a massive contract year for Western Bulldog Bailey Smith has gone horribly wrong, with a serious knee injury at training set to sideline the star for the 2024 season.
St Kilda axes recruiting boss amid footy department overhaul
St Kilda has just shown the door to its national recruiting manager amid significant ongoing changes to the club’s football department.
The chainsaw? AFLW clubs lining up for master Bendigo celebrator
Bendigo’s Lila Keck can play footy – but there’s something else that sets her apart from the rest of the pool. She opens up on her motivation, unique approach and what Monday’s draft means.
From benched to star: Huge boon for Sydney bolter
Laura Gardiner got traded and then became one of the best players in AFLW this season – now she’s been rewarded with a huge deal. Details here, plus the teammate that also signed on.
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