Geelong hard nut Tom Atkins has given an insight into coach Chris Scott’s message during a testing trip to Perth as a star forward becomes a league leader in an underrated element of his game.
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Geelong has the chance to jump into the top four this week. But will one of their most important players be there?
Geelong’s trip to Perth was meant to be the start of a rails run in the back-half of the season – but Harley Reid and the young Eagles made it anything but. And it might be a blessing in disguise.
Geelong coach Chris Scott is not aware of any information that would give the Cats “any cause for concern” over the AFL’s probe into third party deals at Kardinia Park.
The AFL has reportedly taken action over Geelong star Bailey Smith’s seven-word comment that has raised eyebrows.
The AFLPA says it hopes personality won’t be stripped from players after the AFL warned it was not impressed with Bailey Smith’s response to a social media post referencing illicit drug use.
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Bailey Smith took to social media after Geelong’s win over the Bulldogs, referencing illicit drug use. But Chris Scott has stood behind his star man.
Bailey Smith, the most followed AFL player on Instagram, has raised eyebrows with a questionable response to a follower.
A blistering Bailey Smith performance lifted the Cats over his old side the Bulldogs. But the Brownlow Medal contender made a stunning admission after not training for most of the week.
Thursday night had it all – including shades of the greatest home-and-away clash in history. And, like that day in 2009, this one could lead to a grand final rematch, too.
The Bulldogs clawed their way back into the showdown with Bailey Smith, before the Cats did just enough in a classic. But should Dogs fans feel aggrieved by the umpires?
He has never won a best and fairest or been an All-Australian, but Mitch Duncan’s impact has been widely felt at the Cats. Ahead of his 300th game, Duncan’s teammates and coaches reflect on his journey and what lies ahead.
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