Mitchell blasts ‘absolutely ridiculous’ racist attack
Sam Mitchell should have been enjoying Hawthorn’s big win over Adelaide on Saturday afternoon. Instead, he used his post-match press conference to call out more racial abuse on social media.
Sam Mitchell should have been enjoying Hawthorn’s big win over Adelaide on Saturday afternoon. Instead, he used his post-match press conference to call out more racial abuse on social media.
Exactly one year ago, on May 30, 2023, the AFL’s Hawthorn racism investigation was shut down. Today, MICHAEL WARNER reveals what really happened with Alastair Clarkson, Chris Fagan and Jason Burt.
In his first interview since being traded back to Hawthorn, Jack Gunston opens up to JON RALPH about the toughest milestone of his career and the honest conversations that led to his Hawks return.
Powerbrokers from one of Queensland’s most fruitful footy nurseries will launch a bold bid to become Hawthorn’s new second home from 2026 in a move that already has the support of the AFL’s CEO. Full details here.
The Hawthorn racism saga appears headed to the Federal Court after mediation talks broke down, paving the way for secret text messages to be disclosed in court, reports MARK ROBINSON.
As the Lions struggle to save their season, a Brisbane star has joined a chorus of AFL identities in questioning why holding-the-ball offences aren’t being punished by umpires.
Lions coach Chris Fagan has admitted his side’s season is on the brink after another loss against the Hawks, with Brisbane now two and a half games adrift of the top eight.
Nine months after his last game as a Hawk, Brisbane will unleash Brandon Ryan on his old side in his first game as a Lion — will he put pressure on the suspended Eric Hipwood?
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is trying to unravel a concerning trend for his side as a veteran looks set to remain in the sub vest.
Failing to beat Hawthorn since 2019 is an annoying run of losses the Brisbane Lions are intent on ending on Sunday.
As the AFL prepares for grandest celebration of the Indigenous contribution to the game, MARK ROBINSON writes racism peace talks between Hawthorn and former players are on the verge of collapse.
The AFL has responded to the late drama in Port Adelaide’s comeback win over Hawthorn with footage showing a controversial umpire call.
In a game decided by a goal with eight seconds on the clock, JON RALPH writes a missing 19 seconds after an umpire failed to call time on after a free kick has Hawks fans wondering if they were robbed of a win.
With 60 seconds left, Port Adelaide looked gone for all money – with a Hawthorn great even declaring the game on TV. What happened next resulted in one of the most remarkable comeback victories ever seen.
Hawthorn appeared certain winners on Sunday, but two footy greats believe some questionable tactics allowed Port to roar home.
The number of Indigenous players in the AFL has seen a considerable drop in the last few years. Hawk Karl Amon has a few ways the league could turn the decline around.
St Kilda has made six changes as coach Ross Lyon looks to turn his side’s fortunes, while a coveted Essendon draft pick could debut.
A Hawthorn defender has earnt a major contract extension less than a month after he copped a monster spray from his coach.
All the cameras were on Anthony Albanese, who has been slammed after making a surprise appearance in an AFL dressing room.
The Saints found it tough going in Tassie, going down to Hawthorn in a thriller – and coach Ross Lyon wasn’t happy with a lot of things after the game.
Fresh off an upset loss to Hawthorn, St Kilda coach Ross Lyon was keen to express a wild message about AFL runners.
An apology to the Indigenous families involved in the Hawthorn racism saga remains a sticking point as the stalemate threatens to result in a Federal Court hearing.
Hawthorn captain James Sicily has addressed an on-field altercation that left a first-year teammate feeling “rattled”.
In a recruiting world full of leaks, doublecrossing and espionage, Sydney still never saw Essendon coming in the 2021 mid-season draft. Jon Ralph looks back at just how the Dons landed their new star.
After a week in the headlines, the future of Luke Beveridge at the Dogs looks to still be a talking point, after his side’s shock loss to Hawthorn on Sunday.
Richmond has settled on a winner of the SSP race, having trialled two forwards in the practice match against Melbourne on Sunday. Meanwhile, North Melbourne has locked in a tall forward ahead of the deadline.
Collingwood’s three remaining list spots have been decided in an agonising call which left three players on the outer. Plus, the VFL star who could be parachuted onto Hawthorn’s list.
Hawthorn’s intra-club match on didn’t go to plan, with a serious knee injury putting a dampener on Thursday’s hitout – but there were some positives. Here’s the latest intel.
A pair of Hawks suffered serious injuries in an intraclub game as an untimely diagnosis threatens another star’s start to the season.
A key Hawthorn defender is out for the season and another is awaiting scans after the club’s practice match took a catastrophic turn.
One of the most important signings at Waverley this season, an emerging star is set to ink a two-year extension in a boon for the rising Hawks.
Hawthorn star Mitch Lewis reveals why he thinks his side can return to finals this season despite a dramatic overhaul of the forward line.
Hawthorn’s forward line will look drastically different this year after an influx of talent during the off-season. But, will the recruiting reap the rewards the Hawks want? History suggests no.
A few veteran Hawks took it easy away from the main group but Chad Wingard used training to continue to take steps forward as he eyes a return from his nasty achilles injury.
The Hawks have talent to burn as far as small forwards with all the tricks go, but will they all fit in the side? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Hawk.
Hawthorn gun Mitch Lewis has lifted the lid on Hawthorn’s off-season, opening up on the return of Jack Gunston, looking after livewires Jack Ginnivan and Nick Watson, his own fitness and more.
Sam Mitchell thought he was taking a dream family holiday to New York. He was wrong. Go inside the calamitous New York trip that ended in a race to track down burglars to get home.
The Human Rights Commission has dismissed an attempt to have the racism claims by former Hawthorn players and their partners thrown out.
Hawthorn cult hero Jarryd Roughead has moved on to another AFL club after his shock decision to quit the Saints.
The Hawks made plenty of moves in the off-season, and although they are still a young side, they’re adamant they won’t be around to just make up the numbers, with finals well in sight.
James Worpel found himself back in his hometown while on enemy territory. The Hawks star details his connection to the region and the progress of another Falcons graduate.
Hawthorn picked up two sons of former stars in their 2023 draft haul and a teammate of both is excited to watch them develop as the Hawks prepare for the 2024 season.
A former premiership coach could reclaim his old job at the Western Bulldogs as Hawthorn also mulls a comeback coach.
Key forward Mitch Lewis has been struck by another setback for the Hawks, but a reliable defender could be sent to the other end as part of a magnet flip. JOSH BARNES has the latest.
Sam Mitchell has finally returned to Hawthorn after his holiday from hell in the US — but not before one final hitch which included his passport being stolen.
Several fresh faces have been thrown into Hawthorn’s midfield mix as the club tries to supercharge its rebuild. Get the latest intel from the Hawks’ pre-season here.
Hawthorn could be without one of their biggest names for the start of the season in a huge blow for the club, with preparations already in place on how to combat the injury blow.
Hawthorn has been dealt a blow on its first day back at training with its reigning best and fairest winner sidelined by a stress fracture.
Sam Mitchell is still in New York after a pneumonia scare, but thanks to some past and present Hawthorn board members guiding his recovery, he’s set to make a return to work soon.
Hawthorn will resume pre-season training this week, but coach Sam Mitchell won’t be there after a shock illness in New York.
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