Purr-fectly placed: Why Cats are primed for flag tilt
Despite a hiccup against Brisbane, a mid-season analysis reveals why Geelong is ideally placed to run deep into September, again. See the numbers behind their form.
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Surgery for Geelong defender, young Cats close to debut
An experienced Geelong defender remains sidelined indefinitely after undergoing minor surgery while two young Cats are close to making their debuts alongside a veteran’s return.
Cats’ tall order: Inside pre-season camp, new names turning heads
Geelong’s AFLW players hit the road for pre-season camp, with several new faces already making a strong impression on their new teammates. Plus, could a second-year Cat explode in 2025?
Scott not worried despite ‘disaster’ against Lions
Chris Scott called Friday night’s loss ‘a disaster’ – but isn’t worried about the Cats in the long-term as his side was dismantled by a hungry Lions side.
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Scott defends Smith after ‘nose beers’ post
Bailey Smith took to social media after Geelong’s win over the Bulldogs, referencing illicit drug use. But Chris Scott has stood behind his star man.
‘Nose beers’: Bailey Smith’s jaw-dropping act
Bailey Smith, the most followed AFL player on Instagram, has raised eyebrows with a questionable response to a follower.
Baz v Bulldogs: Smith’s stunning reveal after grudge match
A blistering Bailey Smith performance lifted the Cats over his old side the Bulldogs. But the Brownlow Medal contender made a stunning admission after not training for most of the week.
The magical May night that belongs in September
Thursday night had it all – including shades of the greatest home-and-away clash in history. And, like that day in 2009, this one could lead to a grand final rematch, too.
Cats survive epic shootout — but were the Dogs robbed?
The Bulldogs clawed their way back into the showdown with Bailey Smith, before the Cats did just enough in a classic. But should Dogs fans feel aggrieved by the umpires?
Unsung hero, future coach: What separates 300-game Cat from the rest
He has never won a best and fairest or been an All-Australian, but Mitch Duncan’s impact has been widely felt at the Cats. Ahead of his 300th game, Duncan’s teammates and coaches reflect on his journey and what lies ahead.
The Baz text that shocked Cats legend
When Bailey Smith was handed the famous Geelong No. 3, club great Jimmy Bartel reached out – and what ‘Bazlenka’ did next proves there is so much more to his very public image.
Selwood’s crushing tribute to his late brother
AFL great Joel Selwood has made his first heartbreaking public comments after the death of his brother Adam last Saturday.
Ex-AFL star’s devastating Joel Selwood chat
An AFL premiership winner and close friend of the Selwood family has opened up on his heartbreaking chat with Cats champion Joel.
Bevo’s blunt call on Bailey Smith showdown
Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge had a blunt message when he was asked about his club’s match-up with Geelong antagoniser Bailey Smith.
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