547 days later: Inside ‘anxious’ Bailey Smith’s return to footy
Cats assistant James Rahilly said his side’s new superstar recruit Bailey Smith was nervous before running out for the first time in 574 days, while two youngsters have been hyped up.
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AFL shuts down garment as star goes rogue
Bailey Smith’s highly anticipated first appearance for Geelong has caused a stir because of an outlawed fashion accessory.
Cats-Hawks notes: Danger the forward, Day excels, CBA numbers
There was plenty to learn about both sides when the Cats and Hawks clashed on Monday afternoon. Check out the key takeaways, centre bounce attendance stats and more here.
Questions linger over Scott’s role with sponsor after probe wraps up
The AFL has wrapped up an investigation into Chris Scott’s role with Geelong sponsor Morris Finance, but the impact it will have on the Cats’ soft cap is still unknown.
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Ablett’s heartbreaking condition reveal
Jordan and Gary Ablett had been reluctant to discuss many details about their little boy’s heartbreaking condition until now.
Four Cats sign on as flag trio remain without deals
Four Cats have signed short-term contracts with the club, including a free agent. It means three ageing stars are the only uncontracted Geelong players at the club.
Conti, Tigers a challenge but Bowen backs in Cats’ own threats
Geelong’s Mikayla Bowen knows Monique Conti and top four Richmond pose a big threat to the Cats’ bid to stay in finals calculations. Plus, the special additions to the Cats’ pride jumper.
Shock scenario in Bailey Smith stalemate
Bailey Smith’s Western Bulldogs exit has set up a potentially rare scenario that could deliver a shock result as Geelong’s offer hits a stalemate.
Costly trends and silver linings among Cats’ first-half record
After a historic prelim final in 2023, Geelong’s 2024 campaign hasn’t exactly gone to plan, with the Cats’ scoring inefficiency and defence two areas which have led to several frustrating losses.
Hawkins’ two-headed calf mishap, why Tuohy is ‘born’ for media
Zach Tuohy’s time as a Cat might be done, but coach Chris Scott believes a career in the footy media beckons. Plus, Tuohy reflects on his career and Tom Hawkins details a hilarious pre-game story.
Trading places? How the biggest AFL deals will get done
Almost every AFL club is poised to get busy this trade period. See who your club is looking at, who they should be chasing and how they will get their deals done in our ultimate guide.
Lucky 13? How Suns can unlock Trade Period — again
Gold Coast holds the keys to another AFL Trade Period as the opening day of official dealing approaches, with its first-round pick set to shape the fates of several clubs — and key players.
Defiant Dees pledge to hold Oliver to contract
Clayton Oliver has been told he will be playing for Melbourne next year as the Demons’ interim president issued a rally cry to the embattled club at its best-and-fairest event.
Tanner Bruhn dragged into probe over alleged sex assault
Geelong young gun Tanner Bruhn has been interviewed by police about what he may have witnessed over an alleged sexual assault.
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