Hawks left counting the cost after slipping back into top four
Hawthorn is back into the top four, but will be left licking their wounds after doing enough to get over the line against West Coast under the roof.
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Warner reveals: Why I said no to WA riches
Chad Warner has revealed how close he came to taking up a big offer to return to his home state of Western Australia before inking a new deal with Sydney.
‘A lot of work to do’: Flynn admits No. 1 ruck role isn’t settled
SuperCoaches – take note. Matt Flynn says he and Bailey Williams are still fighting for the No. 1 ruck role at the Eagles, with Flynn opening up on being dropped after Round 1.
Banner fail as Bombers survive huge scare
The writing might have been on the wall for West Coast’s latest defeat after an epic fail from its cheer squad before taking on Essendon.
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Track watch: Eagles star hurt, key McQualter moves revealed
West Coast’s latest pre-season session has provided clear evidence of the tweaks new coach Andrew McQualter has made. But, it also resulted in an injury scare for one of the club’s biggest stars.
‘Carlton needs more’: Are Blues kids holding them back?
At some AFL clubs, young guns form the nucleus of a premiership challenger. At others, fans are nervous about whether their investment will pay off. Where does your team sit ahead of the 2025 season?
Track Watch: Harley belted as Ryan puts on a brave face
West Coast has started to ramp up the intensity at training with a short burst of match simulation giving insight into new coach Andrew McQualter’s plans for 2025.
Eagle trains as club probes alleged festival fight
West Coast is investigating reports star forward Liam Ryan was involved in a street fight after a music festival. WATCH THE VIDEO
AFL star caught in wild brawl video
Liam Ryan was wheeled out as the poster boy for the Indigenous All-Stars game on Thursday, but now he could find himself in serious trouble.
Key Eagle forced off track by injury blow
An injury-plagued Eagle has suffered another setback at training on Wednesday morning. ELIZA REILLY has the details plus more on the players who impressed.
Look out, Eagles: Harley not the only star on rivals’ radars
West Coast’s new coach, Andrew McQualter has a big job ahead of him – but first, he needs to lock down their biggest stars. ELIZA REILLY previews West Coast’s season.
Eagles blindside veteran recruiters in off-field scouting cull
West Coast has quietly axed veteran recruiters – two of whom had been at the club three decades – after the Eagles traded out pick 3 ahead of the draft, with new list boss Matthew Clarke now in full control.
Balta, Fogarty mega deals set high price in barren tall market
The long-term deals signed by Darcy Fogarty and Noah Balta have set the standard in the key-position market, with clubs likely to need six or seven-year offers to keep their stars around.
‘It hurts’: Hidden pain behind draft prospect’s inspiring rise
Malakai Champion has endured more heartache than most on his road to the AFL. He opens up to ELIZA REILLY about the family tragedies driving him to reach the top level.
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