Heated derby results in 18 charges as Eagle banned by ‘Maynard rule’
An incredible 18 charges were handed out from Saturday night’s Western Derby, with the ‘Brayden Maynard rule’ finally resulting in a ban, while Nat Fyfe has also been rubbed out.
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Rucking hell for Demons as Darcy, Jackson dominate
Media pundits who claim ruckmen are overrated had the perfect case study for a game where one side had two, highly paid rucks and the other had none. MARK DUFFIELD writes Sean Darcy and Luke Jackson had an absolute day out.
‘Basins for urination’: Freo’s flight horrors laid bare
With no direct flight option from Launceston to Perth, the Dockers took the chartered flight path after their loss to the Hawks, unaware of the horrors they would endure heading home.
Facing his Demons: Jackson ready for reunion after Meek lesson
Fremantle ruckman Luke Jackson wants to continue testing himself against the AFL’s big and brash ruckmen despite being overpowered late by Lloyd Meek against Hawthorn. And that could start with a reunion with Melbourne mentor Max Gawn on Sunday, writes ELIZA REILLY.
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Superstar’s nightmare nearly over
Nat Fyfe’s shoulder has given him plenty of grief this year, but the superstar midfielder took a major step towards recovery on Thursday.
Freo footy boss weighs in on draft trend
Fremantle’s football boss Peter Bell says the Dockers didn’t plan to take only Western Australians in this year’s national draft.
‘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.
AFL star’s ‘unfortunate’ infection
Nat Fyfe’s season was hampered by shoulder concerns but the dual Brownlow medallist isn’t out of the woods just yet.
‘Inappropriate’: AFL club hits back at rival
An AFL club has hit back at “inappropriate” comments made about its new recruit by his former club in a bitter war of words.
‘Do the work’: Cats address ugly exit
Geelong has responded to rumblings surrounding the club’s trade period strategy and the stage that was set for Jordan Clark before his exit.
Phantom draft: Tigers eye boom-or-bust prospect
Richmond would love a guaranteed talent in the mould of midfielder Ben Hobbs at next month’s draft, but might have to settle for a riskier prospect. Jay Clark predicts the top 20.
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.
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.
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