Cats coach erupts: ‘Something I’ve never seen’
The normally cool and calm coach of the reigning AFL premiers has erupted at three-quarter time in scenes that left commentators stunned.
Port Adelaide
Brownlow duo inbound? Why Butters is en route to join Wines
Zak Butters’ unbelievable run of form has him firmly in contention for the Brownlow. But has he outperformed a Port teammate who’s already taken home footy’s highest honour?
Hinkley flags one change for Cats blockbuster
Ken Hinkley says Port Adelaide will make just one change for Thursday night’s clash against the Cats. Who will replace the injured Lachie Jones?
Port set for big changes, is Jonas one of them?
Port Adelaide will have at least two big inclusions for its clash against the Bulldogs on Friday night. Assistant coach Nathan Bassett revealed what the coaches are thinking.
Viral photos melt hearts of AFL world
Port Adelaide star Jeremy Finlayson has melted hearts across the country as photos of him and his daughter stole the show on Saturday.
Hawks crushed in historic ‘bloodbath’
Port Adelaide have racked up a cricket score at the Adelaide Oval in a historically dominant performance that blew an astonished Hawthorn off the park.
Meet ‘the most anonymous important player’ in SA footy
Port forward Jed McEntee doesn’t think anyone would recognise him at Rundle Mall, but that should not devalue how important the small forward has been in the Power’s rise this season.
Power defensive star reacts to captain’s shock omission
Port Adelaide’s defensive general Aliir Aliir has reacted to the surprise omission of Tom Jonas this week and revealed the area where the Port skipper must improve.
Shock call as AFL powerhouse axes skipper
Port Adelaide are second on the ladder but it hasn’t stopped coach Ken Hinkley showing all his players they have to be at their best.
‘I was just crying’: How Port ‘wrapped their arms’ around Jeremy
Jeremy Finlayson has revealed he “burst into tears” on his first day at Alberton amid wife Kellie’s cancer battle – now he’s giving back to the club that rallied around him.
Key Tiger backs McQualter to win Dimma’s job
Andrew McQualter fell 10 points short of victory in his first game in charge but he received a huge endorsement to take the Richmond coaching job full-time.
‘Have to be nuts’: Kochie truth sinks in
Australia knows David Koch was one of the hardest workers in TV — but many have overlooked just how crazy his life has been.
Hinkley admits sleepless nights without new Port deal
Ken Hinkley led Port Adelaide to its eighth straight win but says he doesn’t feel like his coaching with any added freedom as he waits to learn his fate.
Hardwick tributes flow for the end of an era
Fans at the MCG paid tribute to former Richmond coach Damien Hardwick after his shock resignation during the week, thanking him for three iconic premierships.
Cornes: Pressure doesn’t usually come with a $1m AFL contract
Please excuse the cynicism when we read of AFL coaches struggling under the burden of the job, writes Graham Cornes.
Cornes: The Dimma dinner that helped Port shed ‘chokers’ tag
Kane Cornes can recall the pressure on the Power after falling short in the years leading up to the 2004 finals, but a meeting away from coaches organised by Hardwick helped change that.
‘Led the charge’: Senior GF heroics that announced Butters as a star
An ex-Collingwood and Carlton midfielder who coached Butters to an A-grade premiership says he “was a class above everybody, myself included”. Soon after, Zak was in Power colours.
‘Easy sell’: Club tipped to snag Hardwick
Damien Hardwick’s next destination is clear according to Fox Footy’s David King, after his “perfect exit” from Richmond this week.
‘It’d be foolish’: Hinkley’s blunt response on future
Ken Hinkley has been put forward as a replacement for Damien Hardwick at Richmond. But the Power coach isn’t having any of it.
Bombshell rumour throws Kochie into spin
The rumour mill has gone into meltdown at the same time as David Koch was accused of making “disrespectful” comments on Sunrise.
Could Port lose coach-in-waiting to Tigers?
The Port Adelaide assistant long touted as an AFL coach-in-waiting has declared his interest in becoming a senior coach. But, will it be with the Power or elsewhere?
Robbo: Kenny dancing his way to a new deal
The Power are flying and now is the time to extend their coach’s contract. Even thinking about the prospect of pulling the pin on Ken is ridiculous, writes Mark Robinson.
AFL nailbiter leaves competition in awe
Port Adelaide are well and truly back after claiming another huge scalp but it wasn’t just that they won that left the AFL world impressed.
Fans erupt as AFL star looks unrecognisable
AFL fans couldn’t believe their eyes when Demon Angus Brayshaw started Melbourne’s blockbuster looking unrecognisable.
Finlayson opens up on Port ‘brother for life’, family challenges
Jeremy Finlayson and his family have been through plenty throughout his career, and before Sir Doug Nicholls Round, the forward talks his family coming together in the hardest of times.
‘Maybe Melbourne doesn’t like him’: Port at loss after JHF boos
Ken Hinkley has questioned whether Melburnians “don’t like” Jason Horne-Francis after Port Adelaide’s young gun was targeted by boos during the Power’s heavy loss to Collingwood.
Bias prevails: Obvious problem in Crows’ appeal for justice
One line used to justify upholding Shane McAdam’s ban makes absolutely no sense, writes Graham Cornes.
Teams: Hinkley’s shock Boak, Milera out again
The Power have pulled a shock move on star Travis Boak ahead of their clash with the Pies, while the Crows have dropped one of their best backmen for the game against Richmond.
Analysing the early impact of Grundy, Mitchell trades
They were two of the biggest moves during the trade period. What are the early returns on Brodie Grundy and Tom Mitchell at their new clubs? This is what we know.
Port’s heartfelt statement after death of Westhoff family patriarch
Port Adelaide Football Club has spoken out after the father of former players Justin and Matthew Westhoff died in a motorcycle crash.
Deep Dive: The Hornet walks the walk in scintillating debut
After missing North Melbourne’s game in Adelaide in 2022, Jason Horne-Francis finally had his moment in the sun, showing why the Power gave up so much to secure him.
‘What’s the point?’: AFL world blows up
The AFL’s score review system is once again under fire after producing a howler on Saturday that left fans seeing red.
Diehard Port fans camp overnight for prison-bars guernsey
More than 500 Port Adelaide fans have lined up outside Alberton Oval to snag one of the club’s historic prison-bar guernseys after they went on sale.
Eddie McGuire would be fuming at wild scenes
Port Adelaide’s controversial new guernsey has sparked a fan frenzy and wild scenes that would have Eddie McGuire seething.
‘Good luck’ trying to intimidate young gun
Lions coach Chris Fagan reckons it’s a waste of time trying to nullify the threat of father-son pick Will Ashcroft by getting rough with him.
Port veteran to miss as blast from past makes return
Port Adelaide will kick off its season without its spiritual leader but the return of an exciting goal sneak will help smooth over the pain when it takes on the Brisbane Lions.
Ashcroft to make his AFL debut
It comes as no great surprise, but Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has confirmed that father-son pick Will Ashcroft will make his AFL debut on the opening weekend of the season.
Does it cost more to be a Crows or Port member?
Superfans will support their AFL club no matter the cost – but that cost won’t stop rising, with some spending more than $1000 on merch and games. We crunch the numbers.
Eddie McGuire blows up at AFL jumper storm
Eddie McGuire has blown up in an all-time rant over Collingwood’s backflip in its longstanding guernsey stoush with Port Adelaide.
Roos put Horne-Francis in ‘a really awful position’
It was the highly publicised move that rocked the trade period. Now Port Adelaide premiership player Dean Brogan gives his take on why Jason Horne-Francis was right to leave the Roos.
Cornes: Pre-season predictions? Port have got problems
Even the most optimistic, passionate Power fan must be a little concerned, writes Graham Cornes.
Cam the Lions man for all seasons
Cam Rayner is ready to play anywhere for a strong Brisbane Lions team expected to challenge for this year’s AFL premiership.
What Pies will get from Port for backing down on prison bars
Collingwood will allow Port Adelaide to wear its prison bars guernsey in this year’s Showdown. And the Power has agreed to help out the Pies in return.
Inside story: The phone call that changed prison-bar stoush
From public outbursts to legal threats and an alternate teal jumper, the prison-bar feud between Port and Collingwood has had it all. Go behind the scenes of the latest twist.
AFL’s petty jersey saga is finally over
The AFL’s most petty stalemate is finally over after Collingwood relented in its longstanding jersey battle with Port Adelaide.
AFL star’s wife’s surprising health update
The wife of AFL star Jeremy Finlayson has shared some rare positive news as she continues her heartbreaking cancer battle.
Ex-Pie Grundy a ‘new player’ excited by new role
He might be the second best ruck in the AFL, but Brodie Grundy is now also second fiddle at his new club. So how has he transitioned to a partnership with Max Gawn?
Baby ‘blessing’ driving Port star after inconsistent year
Aliir Aliir is coming off what he describes as an inconsistent year. But now he has a special ‘blessing’ driving him. He opens up on that and being reunited with family in Perth.
Trade latest: Crows, Vic clubs clamour for prized Port tall
Several clubs would move heaven and earth to secure this rising Power forward. But the club remains confident they can ward off rival interest.
Tredrea ends Port cold war with HoF appearance
A month after having his board bid denied, Port Adelaide legend Warren Tredrea returned to the fold for the club’s night of nights. Here’s what went down.
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