Premier’s brutal remark ignites state war
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has sparked a war across state lines after having a crack at AFL boss Gillon McLachlan.
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Nicks, Gill respond to racist abuse as third player targeted
Crows coach Matthew Nicks has lashed the fan who racially abused Izak Rankine on social media. And another player has been the target of ‘vile’ comments.
Crows star, AFL slam ‘reprehensible’ abuse
An Adelaide Crows player has responded to a racist message he received, as his club and the AFL vow to track down the culprit.
Power whack: ‘That’s great for the AFL, they are getting a lot right’
The AFL has told a bewildered Port Adelaide that two controversial calls against Sydney involving a rushed behind and score review were correct.
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Laird locked in until 2021
ONE of the Crows’ star Rorys has signed another contract, ensuring he won’t be lost to another club. Meanwhile, across town a trio of emerging Power talents have signed on to extend their stay at Alberton.
Game brain: Crows to continue mind training
ADELAIDE says no player sought or required psychological help and there has been no contact from the AFL Players’ Association in the wake of a Gold Coast pre-season training camp that was designed to test the players’ mental resilience.
Super Rankings: Just how good was Nic Nat?
HE might not have played a game for over a year but you wouldn’t have known it by watching Nic Naitanui on Sunday night. Where did his performance land him in the Super Rankings? SEE THE LIST
Captain Walker backs Crows’ camp, mindset
ADELAIDE captain Taylor Walker has rubbished suggestions its Gold Coast pre-season mind camp harmed teammates, saying it will give the Crows an edge and he would recommend it to family and mates.
Barometer: Power’s Ryder blow confirmed
PORT Adelaide star Paddy Ryder could miss up to six weeks as he manages an Achilles injury, while Carlton is sweating on ruckman Matthew Kreuzer and Essendon has a big call to make on Zach Merrett. YOUR CLUB’S INJURY LIST
The Tackle: Why is Dusty on notice?
DUSTIN Martin was the matchwinner yet again for Richmond on Thursday night, so what’s he doing in Robbo’s “dislikes” section? See all his heroes and villains of the opening weekend including Ablett, Buddy and the dysfunctional Dogs. PLUS BEST TWEETS
Crows going low to play ball, not the bump
BAN the bump? It seems, by Eddie Betts’ observation, AFL coaches are already reacting to how the bump carries a greater risk of suspension.
It’s not a fitness issue: Betts
STAR forward Eddie Betts has denied Adelaide has a fitness problem, declaring the team hasn’t been fitter in his five years at the club, as the Crows choose to contest Richard Douglas’ rough conduct charge at the tribunal.
Bone’s takeaways: Five points, Crows, Power player ratings
ADVERTISER AFL expert Chris McDermott has run his eyes over Port Adelaide and Adelaide’s Round 1 games and offered his key points and player ratings.
Suns head AFL handouts ladder
GOLD Coast received nearly $14 million more in AFL funding than financial heavyweight Collingwood the league’s club funding distribution records reveal with St Kilda Victoria’s biggest charity case.
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