Coach’s endorsement of injured veteran
Lions coach Chris Fagan isn’t in a rush to bring back former captain Dayne Zorko, who is still being hampered by a hamstring injury.
Geelong
Veteran Cat racing the round 1 clock with calf injury
With Jack Henry ruled out of round 1, another experienced head could follow as the Cat runs his way through a minor setback.
Stewart’s ‘strength’ in vice-captain role revealed
Geelong vice captain Tom Stewart has detailed his role under new skipper Pat Dangerfield, who will lead the club in 2023.
Every Cat rated after strong win over Hawthorn
Geelong enjoyed its first competitive hit out against another opposition on Thursday, with an eight-period clash with Hawthorn. Find out who were the best Cats on the track in the win.
Player ratings: Premiers’ wildcard, shock switch for Hawk
The reigning premiers have a secret weapon up their sleeve. Plus, a young Hawks star impressed in a new role. See how every player rated.
Father-son freak close to Dogs deal as new role revealed
He was the highly touted son of a gun who impressed up forward in his debut season and is soon expected to take the game by storm with a new position and a fresh contract.
New Cat firming for blockbuster debut against old side
After an impressive pre-season across multiple positions, new Cat Ollie Henry is firming for a round 1 debut against his old side.
Flag gun reveals young recruits primed to fill Selwood hole
A premiership Cat has revealed his predictions to replace former captain Joel Selwood in the midfield rotation; with two new recruits on his list.
‘This could be my last year’: Hawkins unsure of future
Coming off his best haul of goals in almost a decade, veteran Cat Tom Hawkins is optimistic he could play on in 2024 but concedes he is unsure where his future lies.
Superstar Cat concedes round 1 an outside chance
After off-season surgery on his foot, Geelong’s Tom Hawkins has conceded he is unsure if he will be fit in time to take on Collingwood in the season opener.
‘We can get better’: Cats with ‘little tweaks’ for flag defence
Cats superstar Jeremy Cameron has declared the reigning premiers only need ‘little’ tweaks to defend its flag in 2023.
AFL star reveals reason for NRL code swap
Cats champion Joel Selwood swapped his Sherrin for a Steeden as he looks into a new challenge with the Melbourne Storm.
‘No idea’: Cats captaincy still a mystery to Smith
Geelong is yet to announce Joel Selwood’s replacement as captain, with a number of senior Cats expected to be in the running.
‘Quicker, fitter, stronger, bigger’: Young Cats shining
Geelong is set to turn to its brigade of young midfielders to replaced retired legend Joel Selwood, with plenty impressing in the pre-season.
The forgotten X-factor that could make Cats even better
A revamped Cat moving from attack to defence might just be the trump card to deliver Geelong back-to-back flags.
RIP, Edith: Ex-Crow Josh Jenkins mourns his beloved grandma
His childhood trauma was used against him at the infamous Crows camp. Now Josh Jenkins is mourning the death of Edith Casey, the brave elderly lady who raised him.
‘He’s got that pull back’: Lara reveals Walker signing attempt
Lara co-coach Shayne Stone has revealed the conversations he had with former AFL utility Josh Walker, and how close the club was to luring him home.
AFL star celebrates surprise wedding news
Geelong star Gary Rohan and his new wife have shared the first photos of their surprise wedding, just months after their engagement.
AFL premiers sign ‘gifted’ Irish star
Geelong’s premiership side boasted two Irishmen and the Cats have now added a third for their shot at back-to-back titles.
Can Cats actually deliver on Bowes promise?
Geelong told Jack Bowes it wanted him to fit straight into its premiership defence. But, with so many other inclusions, will he even be in the mix for Round 1?
Cats star needs surgery after hiding secret
Tom Hawkins will miss the start of the 2023 season after it was revealed he kept an injury secret quiet during the AFL finals series.
Man who holds secret to Cats’ irresistible recruiting pitch
Geelong is the mother of all destination clubs in the AFL. There’s one man connected to every Cat who makes their recruiting pitches that much better. Here’s why.
‘Great mates’ circle back for Kardinia Park reunion
From going on school camps together to potentially running out onto GMHBA Stadium as teammates, it has been a long journey for great mates Ollie Henry and Tanner Bruhn.
New Cat ‘open’ to different role discussion after trade
Geelong signing Ollie Henry has revealed discussions he had about playing a different position for his new side.
Big Cat reveals secret battle with debilitating injury
A Geelong superstar is facing surgery and an extended break during the off-season after revealing his two-month battle with a secret foot injury to help guide the Cats to a flag.
Stewart’s rise from ‘fat chippy’ to a premiership Cat
Nine years ago, Tom Stewart was celebrating his second-straight GFL flag. He’s now an AFL premiership player following an extraordinary journey.
Ablett’s wife has AFL stars in tears
The wife of Geelong legend Gary Ablett has got football stars overcome with emotional just hours before the AFL Grand Final.
AFL daughter breaks her father’s heart
Geelong Cats star Tom Hawkins’ daughter has betrayed her father once again — this time on one of the biggest days of his AFL career.
Tearful Ling lauds skipper Sel
The tears flowed for Cameron Ling as he reflected on the moment he handed over the baton as premiership skipper.
How Henry stopped ‘one of the greatest’ on the biggest stage
There is no bigger stage than grand final day, and there is no bigger opponent than Lance Franklin, but for Cats defender Jack Henry, stopping ‘Buddy’ was just another job.
AFL star’s selfless act for legend
There’s been an emotional moment early in the AFL grand final as a footy star carried out a selfless act for a club legend.
Fan favourite Tuohy’s unique grand final milestone
Not only could Zach Tuohy become the second Irish player to win a premiership medal, he’s celebrating a unique milestone in the grand final and has plenty to prove.
Robbo: The sports psych driving Danger to embrace the moment
Patrick Dangerfield is primed to embrace the moment on grand final day and, as Mark Robinson found out, it is the teachings of a sports psychologist that is helping him prepare.
Scott’s blueprint: This is what I have, this is what I can do
Chris Scott’s greatest attribute is his willingness to change his approach based on personnel. Read how he protected some of his prized assets and pulled off some winning moves to get here.
Player rankings: The ‘bottom six’ who will decide GF
It’s often said Grand Finals are won by the bottom-six players on a team rather than the superstars. Jon Ralph reveals his 1-46 rankings and those who will define this year’s decider.
The club that passed on Scott before era of Cats greatness
In another world, Chris Scott would be coaching a different club and another person leading Geelong into the Grand Final. This is the story of his rise and the club that chose a different path.
‘Honourable fail’: Why GF parade was an anti-climax
It was pitched as a once-in-a-lifetime event with 250,000 fans watching on. But it didn’t hit those lofty heights. This is why and what the AFL can do to fix the Grand Final parade.
Download your AFL Grand Final sweep
Don’t miss out on being part of the AFL Grand Final action! Get your sweep poster here and take on your mates for bragging rights in the Cats-Swans decider.
‘Beautiful’ GF act will bring AFL to tears
The end of the AFL season is always emotional but Cats skipper Joel Selwood has revealed a plan that is sure to leave the footy world misty eyed.
Stengle breaks silence on traumatic upbringing
Tyson Stengle’s Cats lifeline is his chance to alter the course of his life after a traumatic and turbulent background that he has touched on publicly for the first time.
Kennedy: Players who miss GF deserve a medal
Josh Kennedy has argued the case for an overhaul of the AFL premiership medallion system as he prepares to watch the grand final from the sidelines.
What Pies can expect from Grundy’s Dees trade
As Brodie Grundy edges closer to a Collingwood exit, details of the trade deal the club can expect from Melbourne have become clearer.
Cats v Swans: Ultimate guide to the AFL Grand Final
The AFL Grand Final is locked in with Geelong and Sydney to play in the first season decider at the MCG for three years. Here is everything you need to know.
Bargain hunt: Geelong’s recruiting secrets revealed
A 2022 premiership would be Geelong’s greatest list management achievement of the modern era. See how the Cats and Swans used savvy trades and recruiting to build grand final lists.
Music after goals OUT, Kylie IN? AFL hints at GF surprise
The AFL has listened to the people and there will be no music played after goals at the MCG. But there could be added music of another kind.
Malthouse: How to coach your team to a premiership
Mick Malthouse has coached both winning and losing AFL grand final teams. He give his recipe for getting the upper hand in the big one.
Choose your own path: Inside Geelong’s trusting footy program
Every player within a football club is different and at Geelong they can all have a different method to play well. Take a look at the the league-leading flexibility that’s paving the way to glory.
Rohan prays it’s ‘fourth time lucky’ in full-circle grand final
Geelong forward Gary Rohan is set to play in his fourth grand final across two clubs. Here’s why his pursuit of an as yet elusive premiership is different this time.
‘30 more seconds and we win’: Pie’s huge prelim regret
It’s going to be a long week for Collingwood players after their heartbreaking one-point loss to Sydney. See the moves that made the difference between a prelim exit and a grand final.
Watch: Ugly hit that will deny Swan a GF shot
As the Swans sweat on Sam Reid, two talls remain the likely contenders to replace him. But another put himself out of the running weeks ago with a crude hit.
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