Hawkins’ return date clearer, mixed news for Cats mids
Tom Atkins has been sidelined for the past two weeks. Will he return to face the Crows? Plus, updates on Tom Hawkins, Cam Guthrie and more.
Geelong
Cuddles, smiles: Cat Stengle hits track after nightclub collapse
Teammates have embraced Cats forward Tyson Stengle at training after news broke that he was found unresponsive at a Geelong nightclub and hospitalised.
Dawn to Dark: Cats’ finals worry, star who deserves All-Aus spot
Geelong got back on the winners list, but a match-up underlined one of its weaknesses. Plus, the Cat who looks to have an All-Australian spot sewn up and all the likes and dislikes.
Stengle taken to hospital after nightclub incident
Cats small forward Tyson Stengle was taken to hospital in a serious condition on Sunday morning after being out at a nightclub.
Cats star ‘unresponsive’ in shock incident
Star Geelong forward Tyson Stengle was rushed to hospital after an incident in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Rising Star race over? Young Cat stuns again in big win
On a day when the Rising Star favourite George Wardlaw was involved in an incident that may draw MRO heat, a Geelong young gun took centre stage – and surprised his coach again.
Optimistic Hawkins targeting sooner than expected return
Tom Hawkins has revealed he hopes to return to Geelong’s forward line much sooner than expected with his recovery progressing well.
Cats star opens up on ‘one of my worst games’
A Geelong superstar has put his hand up for what he says might have been his worst game at the club against the Western Bulldogs.
Dogs stake finals claim, Cats falter in top-four push
Western Bulldogs has staked a huge claim for a finals spot, storming clear of Geelong to leave the Cats’ bid for a double chance in serious jeopardy.
Why Cats won’t ‘drop bundle’ after thrashing
Geelong coach Chris Scott spoke after a horror night where his stars went missing and so did a chance to move into the top two.
‘Born right’: Even new Cats cult figure unsure which foot is best
Even Lawson Humphries isn’t quite sure whether his left or right foot is better. And he wouldn’t know which he would go to for a shot at goal. It’s one of many sides to the rising star nominee.
‘Incredible pick’: Inside the transformation of Cats draft gem
Lawson Humphries looks a natural AFL footballer, but 18 months ago he was an average WAFL reserves player. The promising Cat and his mentor reflect on the turning point and his stunning rise.
Danger eyes 2026, Pendles in reach of AFL games record
Patrick Dangerfield is on the cusp of extending his AFL career into a remarkable 19th season, while Scott Pendlebury has opened up on his future as he closes in on his 400th game.
Cats turn tables on Pies as top four looms large
It wasn’t pretty, but Geelong is one step closer to a top-four spot, and a former Pie put the icing on the cake. However, one of the Cats’ best could be in MRO strife just after hitting form.
McRae: Pies ‘running out of time’ to make charge to finals
Geelong has dealt another huge blow to Collingwood’s premiership defence, with coach Craig McRae saying his club is in danger of failing to make finals, let alone contend.
‘You saw it. I saw it’: Scott says gloves are off over umpiring
A frustrated Chris Scott has expressed his frustration over how umpiring seems to have a ‘rule of the week’, and says he will no longer pull his punches over what he sees on the field.
‘Academy Award’: High shot divides opinion
Another high shot is in the AFL spotlight, with opinion fiercely divided on Tom Stewart’s bump on Collingwood’s Nathan Kreuger.
Three SuperCoach takeaways from defining Friday night clash
Collingwood’s finals chances have been dealt a major blow with Geelong securing a big win for their top-four aspirations. Relive Friday’s action and see our SuperCoach takeaways here.
Pies in danger of finals disaster, Cats stamp top-four credentials
Collingwood’s premiership defence is hanging by a thread after falling to Geelong in a defeat which left the Magpies stranded outside the top eight.
Have caravan, will travel: Inside Jeremy Cameron’s post-footy plans
Jeremy Cameron will pack up and go once he kicks his last goal. But before then he is certain the Cats will keep defying football gravity, despite what some doubters have told him.
‘Still investigating’: Cats give update on injury-riddled duo
A best-and-fairest winner and an emerging youngster remain under injury clouds, but it is good news for a Cats midfielder.
Eight picks in top 40: How Tiges can build generational draft haul
Richmond are on track to finish 18th for the first time but by trading a couple of aging premiership stars, they could walk into this year’s draft with an epic hand of picks.
Raw rookie to Rising Star? Why Cat is poster child for draft punts
Ollie Dempsey and George Wardlaw are the two favourites for the Rising Star, and their journeys to the big time couldn’t be more different. The young Cat reflects on his steep rise.
Dawn to Dark: Great Scott proves his brilliance, Cats’ wildcard
If you needed any more proof that Chris Scott is a fantastic coach, look no further than the last fortnight. Plus, the numbers behind Geelong’s huge win and all the likes and dislikes.
How ‘stale’ Cats, Stewart shifted spots to resurrect season
Geelong was tumbling down the ladder but have turned the tide in the past fortnight, with Tom Stewart one of several key changes made by Chris Scott. Here’s the inside word on how it all went down.
Cats complete again as Hawks hit a wall down the highway
Like many clubs before them, Hawthorn headed down the highway and drove straight into a wall, writes JOSH BARNES. But this was a game that told us more about Chris Scott’s Cats.
Bulldogs superstar closer to rival switch
Superstar Bailey Smith, who is off contract at season’s end, is inching closer to a switch to an AFL powerhouse.
‘Gardy’s game’: The greatest home and away clash, 15 years on
Joel Selwood, Jimmy Bartel and Lenny Hayes played nearly 1000 games – and 90 finals – between them. All of them, emphatically, say Round 14, 2009, was the best game they played in. JOSH BARNES retells the story, 15 years on.
Cats ‘don’t need to be apologising’ for planned $60m upgrade
Geelong is looking to raise $20 million on its own as part of a $60 million development for a new training and events facility at GMHBA, while Tasmania is preparing to unveil plans for its stadium.
Cats sweat on luckless duo as young gun to return
A promising Cat has suffered another injury blow, while a veteran requires further assessment. Plus, an update on Tom Hawkins.
Dawn to Dark: Where Cats’ biggest weapon must play, Ollie’s rise
Max Holmes is the classic case of robbing Peter to pay Paul. But the numbers show where he is having the biggest influence. Plus, Ollie Dempsey’s stunning month and all the likes and dislikes.
Star’s ‘cheeky sledges’ to in-demand Cat before big deal
Jeremy Cameron didn’t speak to Tyson Stengle about his contract, but he did crack a couple of gags on the training track. And he feels the environment at the Cats helped convince him to stay.
Three bold moves that can turn Cats’ season around
Two of Geelong’s most important players were in form slumps, but some creative changes can unlock their star power.
Stengle re-signing confirmed, Cats ‘in box seat’ to land mega star
Tyson Stengle has re-signed with Geelong on a long-term deal, plus the Cats are primed to land of the biggest names in the competition.
Danger is back, declares coach
Geelong coach Chris Scott thinks the Cats are back on a finals trajectory after blasting past Essendon on Saturday night.
Please explain: Dons fans fume over controversial free kicks
Geelong claimed a crucial win to stop its slide, but there was only one true talking points at the MCG — the umpiring. SAM LANDSBERGER says the pressure will be on Laura Kane to explain a host of calls which had Bomber fans fuming.
How ruthless Dons can exploit Cats’ greatest vulnerability
Geelong has been smashed by 122 points in its last seven quarters and a key area where the Cats keep failing will leave them vulnerable against Essendon. JOSH BARNES breaks it down.
‘Hard to take’: Luckless star opens up on horror run as return unclear
Cam Guthrie was supposed to be back after Geelong’s bye, but he remains sidelined. The dual best-and-fairest winner shares his frustration as his rotten luck continues.
Scratch Project: The silver lining of Cats champ’s untimely blow
Tom Hawkins will be sidelined for a defining stretch of Geelong’s season. But the setback allows the Cats to get a sense of what life after Hawkins looks like.
Tribunal’s shock call on Dangerfield ban
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield has given a lengthy defence of his one-match dangerous tackle ban at the AFL Tribunal.
Key Cats free agent gives update on contract talks
Jake Kolodjashnij looms as another important signature for the Cats. The underrated sheds light on where things sit and reflects on his challenging duel with Charlie Curnow.
‘Time to quit’: Danger’s cheeky response to Cats doubters
Geelong is in a rut, but Patrick Dangerfield believes his side can turn it around. And he was his jovial self when asked about their premiership ambitions.
Defiant Cats star ‘optimistic’ after horror injury
He limped into the club in a moon boot on Monday, but the 35-year-old Geelong great remains hopeful of a recovery from a shocking foot injury.
Gloomy ‘best-case scenario’ for Hawkins’ season revealed
Even the best-case scenario for Tom Hawkins won’t please Geelong fans. JON RALPH has the latest on the star Cat’s foot injury.
‘Not going to start now’: Scott rubbishes Cats rebuild talk
Having defied the odds for more than a decade, Geelong coach Chris Scott says his club has no interest in a full-blown rebuild. Can the Cats save their season after six losses in seven games?
‘Hamshake’, draft catnap: Moments that made Cats great truly unique
Harry Taylor’s career was unusual in more ways than one. Ahead of his Hall of Fame induction, he reflects on his quirks, including missing the draft, his beetroot juice mishap and THAT handshake.
AFL all say the same after star’s injury
Geelong champion Tom Hawkins’ illustrious AFL career could be hanging by a thread following an innocuous injury on Friday night.
A Carlton cakewalk: How TDK, Blues exposed comical Cats
It’s official, Geelong’s 7-0 start had everyone fooled. What the Cats dished up on Friday night was laughable, writes JOSH BARNES. The Blues, on the other hand, are a very real premiership threat.
Cats’ achilles heel laid bare by annihilation, experiment
It is clear that Geelong can’t be a premiership contender with this midfield profile, and the ruck headaches continue. Making things worse, the Cats’ captain is in hot water.
Three takeaways from De Koning’s SuperCoast feast
Tom De Koning went nuclear while Charlie Curnow justified his selection for those top SuperCoaches who traded him in this week. Relive all the action and see our SuperCoach takeaways here.
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