Longmuir evolution that has Flagmantle back on the menu
Four of the last six AFL premierships have ranked first in this crucial statistic — and now the Dockers are following suit. Eliza Reilly looks at why Flagmantle might just be back in business.
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An ‘extra special’ return home to SA for the AFL’s shortest player
Isaiah Dudley was overlooked for three years. On Sunday, he was playing in the Barossa Valley. This is the story of the 168cm Docker’s rise, told by family, including uncle Eddie Betts.
Dockers hit their straps as Bolton comes back to haunt Tigers
Fremantle have continued their rich vein of form, proving too strong for Richmond in the Barossa Valley, as Shai Bolton showed Tigers fans what they are missing.
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‘Bit crazy’: Bonkers AFL contract signed until 2033
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SACKED: Desperate Pavlich’s ‘worst nightmare come true’
Matthew Pavlich is revered as one of the greatest players in Fremantle history. But, his career might have unfolded very differently had the Dockers listened to his pleas not to draft him.
Three big names in mix to fill Wright’s key Pies role
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‘I had both jobs’: Drum’s enduring regret over secret Pies talks
As pressure mounted on Tony Shaw at Collingwood in 1998, the club held secret talks with Damian Drum. For the first time, he speaks on the SACKED podcast about how close he came to being Collingwood’s coach.
AFLW: Crows put Lions on notice with semi-final demolition
Adelaide showcased its premiership credentials with a commanding semi-final victory over Fremantle, sounding a warning to preliminary final opponent Brisbane Lions.
WATCH: Long-range stunner keeps Dockers’ AFLW flag dream alive
Fremantle has surged into the second week of AFLW finals – and ended Essendon’s campaign – on the back of a clutch long-range goal from Gabby O’Sullivan.
‘Hard man to work for’: Inside Lyon’s Freo defection
St Kilda’s board was blindsided when Ross Lyon was announced as Fremantle coach in 2011 despite his manager negotiating a deal with the club. Nathan Burke unpacks how it happened in SACKED.
Pluck of the Irish: McCarthy built for finals after career-best season
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