The Tackle: Saints jumping rebuild queue on road to TDK
The Saints could be about to speed past rivals on the rebuild ladder, writes Jay Clark. It’s no longer just the money that might entice Tom De Koning anymore, it’s the prospect of finals.
North Melbourne
Licence to thrill: New Swan’s breakout game torches Roos
Riley Bice has a licence to thrill from Dean Cox. The mature-age recruit became North Melbourne’s nightmare in a remarkable performance in the Swans’ big Saturday night win.
‘Listless’ AFL club torched, $1.4m star called out
A Kangaroos great has lamented the club’s “listless” 65-point loss to Sydney, saying he thought his old side was past such down performances.
AFL world says same thing in all-time howler
Journeyman Peter Ladhams has been roasted across the footy world for a shot on goal universally declared one of the worst in history.
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Why everyone should fear September Hawks
It’s been all about Hok-ball – Hawthorn’s swarming, ruthless offence. But on Saturday, as they booked their finals spot, the Hawks proved they have much more than that.
Records tumble as Hawks lock in finals berth
Hawthorn has capped off a stunning turnaround, booking its place in September after brushing aside the Kangaroos.
AFL scrambles to save round 24 game amid strike threat
The Hawks have it all to play for when they take on the Kangaroos in Launceston, and possible industrial action has forced the AFL to make a major change to the clash.
Clarkson responds after interview criticism
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson had a wry take on the Kangaroos’ bold play for the son of their football boss.
‘Hard to believe’: Roos’ scary revelation
Rivals expect the AFLW runners-up to repeat their 2023 exploits this season, and the Kangaroos captain thinks she knows why.
How Bevo plans to avoid repeat of 2023 finals disaster
Last year, the Western Bulldogs had a finals spot in the bag and blew it. Here’s what Luke Beveridge is telling his troops to avoid the same thing happening with season 2024 on the line next weekend.
AFL giant makes history, wins on his own
The Western Bulldogs have one foot in the AFL Finals after Sam Darcy responded to criticism in the perfect way.
How failed trade made an All-Australian ruck contender
Tristan Xerri could have been the back-up ruckman to Rowan Marshall this year. Instead, he has stepped out of Todd Goldstein’s shadow to emerge as an All-Australian contender. JOSH BARNES finds out how.
Clarko reveals North’s pursuit of Viney, Wines on trade hit list
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has openly revealed his club is chasing Demon Jack Viney and named four other veterans he would love to bring to the Kangaroos.
Victorian club meets with Tarryn Thomas over possible AFL lifeline
After being sacked by North Melbourne and handed an 18-game ban by the AFL, Tarryn Thomas could be set for an AFL lifeline, after meeting with a Victorian club’s list guru on Tuesday.
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