Hawks legend reveals ‘shock’ over star’s wife
Hawthorn champion Luke Hodge says he wasn’t aware of the comment made by a teammate about the wife of Cyril Rioli.
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Hawks’ boss breaks silence on Rioli saga
Hawthorn chief executive Justin Reeves has spoken for the first time on the Cyril Rioli saga engulfing the club, revealing what the Hawks’ current Indigenous players felt.
Captaincy move Hawks won’t rule out
The Hawks could look to share the captaincy load in Ben McEvoy’s long-term injury absence despite Jaeger O’Meara holding the role so far.
AFL star’s text exposes club’s ‘gaslighting’
A text message exchange between two Hawthorn champions has revealed why Cyril Rioli felt so let down by his former AFL club.
How Cyril raised red flags with new Hawks coach
Sam Mitchell revealed ‘a couple of things came out’ of a discussion with Cyril Rioli last year and that the club legend knows the new Hawks coach is ‘committed to improving the club.’
Voss tells Blues to embrace flying start
Carlton almost blew a 41-point lead against Hawthorn but Michael Voss says the fans should enjoy their first 3-0 start to a season in a decade.
AFL thriller is just too good
Carlton is one of only three AFL teams undefeated after three rounds but the Blues very nearly snatched defeat from the jaws of victory.
Malthouse: The true challenge to come for rookie coaches
Sam Mitchell, Craig McRae and Michael Voss were highly successful on the field, and they’ve taken that into coaching. But Mick Malthouse wants outlines the real test they’re yet to face.
AFL boss facing the axe for wife comment
There are calls for Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett to resign after Cyril Rioli opened up on his ugly departure from the Hawks.
Hawks star breaks silence on ‘s***storm’
Cyril Rioli and his wife have publicly broken their silence on the tumultuous events that led to his premature retirement in 2018.
Hawk grounded after serious training incident
The unbeaten Hawks have suffered a major injury blow on the eve of their round 3 clash with in-form Carlton.
Dixon return delayed, forward pays price for Port shocker
Port Adelaide’s injury woes have worsened with spearhead Charlie Dixon set to miss a large chunk of the season. Plus, Ken Hinkley has confirmed his Round 3 changes.
Ralphy: Draft steals powering Hawks’ turbocharged rebuild
One was a game away from being delisted. The other the second-last pick in his draft. Now, this forward pair has helped launch Hawthorn’s latest rapid rebuild.
Shiels axing a sign of times for developing Hawks
Liam Shiels’ omission from Hawthorn’s round 2 side could be a sign of things to come, club captain Ben McEvoy says.
Pies fans laughing after great trade heist
Just over a year after a trade period from hell, Collingwood fans are celebrating one of the great steals of recent years after Pat Lipinski’s inspired debut in black and white. Round 1 review.
‘Recruitment drive’? Clarko breaks bread with friend and foe
It was billed as a dinner to honour the may friends — and some foes — who helped him during his remarkable coaching career, but did Alastair Clarkson have an ulterior motive?
Malthouse: Will hyped Horne-Francis handle heat?
Jason Horne-Francis has been ordained as a superstar in the making, but how will he handle the heat of his debut? Mick Malthouse on the big questions facing the Roos.
‘Weak as p***’: Bevo’s got nothing on this journo spray
The Bevo v media spat has dominated the headlines but, nearly four decades ago, another famous battle between footy coach and commentator turned nasty on live TV.
‘All about love’: Star Hawk lifts lid on coach’s evolution
Hawthorn backman James Sicily knows Sam Mitchell the coach and the teammate and he says they are chalk and cheese
Dashing Hawk racing to prove fitness for round 1
Changkuoth Jiath faces a race against time to be fit for round 1 but the Hawks expect to have two star midfielders available
‘Very emotional’: Hillcrest families ‘in awe’ of tribute match turnout
Families affected by the Hillcrest tragedy have received some good news about community donations as they made an appearance with loved ones at Devonport’s AFL tribute match.
The rookie Hawks who could debut in round 1
Hawthorn is preparing to start the Sam Mitchell era and three fresh draftees are jockeying to be in the new coach’s round 1 team.
Injury watch: Swans suffer huge Papley blow
Sydney will be without one of its most dangerous forwards for an extended period in a huge blow. Find out the latest injury news, including how long Tom Papley could miss.
Inside story: The worst possible outcome for Mitchell
Hawks director Richie Vandenberg said he didn’t want Jeff Kennett’s transition to distract the team. But that may be difficult now. Go inside the Hawks boardroom stoush.
AFL lifelines up for grabs ahead of round 1
Players are still auditioning this pre-season to win the last handful of list spots at AFL clubs ahead of the season opener.
Coach reveals why he rejected tempting offer
After much speculation about his future, Alastair Clarkson has opened up on his decision to reject Carlton’s last-minute job offer.
Brownlow Predictor: Star clear leader in award race
The 2021 Brownlow Medal is touted as the closest race in recent history, though one star might make a mockery of those predictions.
McGuane: What Crows, Port need at the draft
This draft is vital to the success of Adelaide’s rebuild and the Power need to reload and go again. So who fits the bill? Analyst Mick McGuane runs his eye over both SA clubs.
Hawthorn names best and fairest for 2021
It was hardly a season to remember for the Hawks but that didn’t stop one star midfielder from having a fantastic year in the brown and gold.
Demons gun: I won’t be part of Cerra trade
Melbourne is in the hunt for Docker Adam Cerra and one player’s name has been linked to a swap — but he says it’s news to him. All the latest trade news.
Buckenara: Four trades which made Hawks suffer
Hawthorn’s flag-fuelled recycling program has had a significant impact on its draft hand. And two cases in particular were mistakes, writes Gary Buckenara.
AFL locked in for Tassie next year
The Hawks and Roos contracts became the centre piece of a big game of chess between Tasmania and the AFL, but now the clubs will return next season after a new one-year deal was announced.
AFL premiership hero calls time
Multiple premiership-winner Grant Birchall has retired from AFL football after a decorated 287-game career.
List analysis: Every unsigned Hawk as revelation locked in
A rookie revelation has been rewarded with a new deal but a host of Hawks remain out of contract. Find out how Hawthorn’s list is shaping up.
‘Extraordinary’: Hawthorn’s odd $60k divorce
Veteran journalist Caroline Wilson has blasted Hawthorn for a bizarre financial dispute with departing coach Alastair Clarkson.
Live ladder: Bombers primed to end finals curse
Essendon has not won a final in more than 6000 days but it will enter September in red-hot form. See what every Round 23 result means and the final ladder after 396 home-and-away games.
Tears fall as mic catches cheeky farewell
Tears were falling everywhere as several champions of the game walked off the field for the final time, but one cheeky star couldn’t help himself.
AFL all-time first ends 17-year dynasty
Hawthorn Hawks mastermind Alastair Clarkson certainly won’t forget the final game of his 17-year tenure as senior coach any time soon.
The madness behind Clarko’s magic revealed
As Alastair Clarkson rides off into the sunset – for now – three key figures from his 17-year reign at Hawthorn reveal the magic behind his madness.
How many of these 14 out-of-contract Blues will return?
After yet another disappointing season, Carlton is faced with a host of big list calls. Plus, why hasn’t a former top pick signed a new deal?
Simpkin: Why Indigenous kids need more AFL help
Jy Simpkin has opened up about what he thinks the AFL needs to do more of to help Indigenous kids, in a series focusing on the AFL’s Indigenous stars. Read each Q&A here.
’It’s worse than spitting’: Lethal’s pet hate
SWAN Jarrad McVeigh has slammed Will Langford for planting a kiss on his cheek during Friday night’s spiteful clash but it’s not the worst act in footy according to Leigh Matthews. WATCH THE VIDEO
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