What the Bulldogs really think about Bailey Smith
May 22, mark it in the calendar, because a true footy grudge match looms, writes Jon Ralph. And Bailey Smith’s war with the Dogs goes well beyond a sledge about them playing in Ballarat.
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‘It’s the right call’: Former AFL ump backs controversial Hill trip
Pies fans will feel aggrieved after being on the wrong side of some calls in the thriller against the Cats. But a former AFL umpire says he didn’t see any clangers in the final term of the epic clash.
Bailey Smith’s ‘classless’ sledge sparks frenzy
Geelong star Bailey Smith’s post-game sledge has hit a sore spot with some fans with a dressing room gesture now raising eyebrows.
Why Pies should be licking their lips facing vulnerable Cats
Geelong knocked off Collingwood in their last encounter, but concerning lapses and a big drop-off work right into the Magpies’ hands. And the Cats must address these issues fast.
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Why Moloney’s season is fitting of post-season honours
Geelong cross-coder Aishling Moloney was voted best first year player by her peers in 2023. Now, the second-year Irish forward has put herself in the mix for several postseason accolades.
First-year Cat’s season ended by injury
A lingering injury has cut a Cats’ promising debut season short, while a number of players are closing in on returns ahead of Saturday’s trip to Perth. All the latest updates.
Young Cats all the better for first taste of AFLW
Geelong unveiled the second of its draft picks in Sunday’s win over Brisbane as local talent Chantal Mason debuted, with coach Dan Lowther confident it bodes well for the future.
Brother of NBA draftee cut by Cats after short stint
Geelong has made another list change, with a big man delisted after just one season.
Best 23s: How trade period changed every club
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Bailey Smith makes heartfelt Dogs tribute
Bailey Smith admits it’s been the most difficult year of his career as part of a heartfelt tribute to the Western Bulldogs following his trade to Geelong.
Fans hammer Dogs after Bailey Smith post
Fans have swiftly turned on Bailey Smith and hammered the Western Bulldogs over a social media post after his trade to Geelong.
‘Let her footy do the talking’: Cats’ star hits back at sister’s trolls
Geelong star Georgie Prespakis has come to the defence of her sister Maddy after she was the victim of body-shaming from online trolls. See why she believes it could have a much bigger impact.
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