Priority pick key to Suns’ one-two draft bonanza
Gold Coast has struggled with player retention in recent times but if it successfully lobbies to the AFL Commission for a priority pick, it would be the first step in a bold draft move.
Gold Coast has struggled with player retention in recent times but if it successfully lobbies to the AFL Commission for a priority pick, it would be the first step in a bold draft move.
It’s one of the most even AFL seasons in memory and after Round 18, no-one has emerged as a clear frontrunner for the premiership. Our experts give their verdict for this year’s flag.
The AFL is set to make the most of top-eight shaping matches in Round 23 when it releases the game times for Essendon v Collingwood, Richmond v Brisbane and more. SNEAK PEEK
It was one of the biggest signings in AFL history. Geelong superstar Gary Ablett was off to the Gold Coast. But it almost didn’t happen.
RICHMOND has added five experienced players to its squad as big names return for Hawthorn, Geelong and the Bulldogs. NEW SUPERCOACH PODCAST
ON FRIDAY morning Gold Coast chairman Tony Cochrane confirmed the Suns will play a home game against Port Adelaide in China but it seems players don’t share his enthusiasm.
A CONTRITE Steven May must sit out Gold Coast’s next five matches after a lengthy tribunal hearing dealt a big blow to the club’s maiden final hopes on Tuesday night.
WESTERN Bulldogs speedster Jason Johannisen will miss 10 weeks after scans revealed tendon damage to his hamstring.
EVER wondered how your club chose its theme song or where you’d heard the tune before? This is the place to find out.
THE Brisbane Lions almost kicked themselves out of the game in the opening half. But they showed plenty of grit to run out eventual winners against the Suns.
THE Kangaroos are the only unbeaten side, the Hawks are back in the top eight and the future is finally looking bright for the Dees. Ando gives his analysis on every club.
REMORSEFUL Sun Steven May has apologised to Stefan Martin for the brutal shirtfront that knocked the Lions ruckman out, and admitted he crossed the line.
WESTERN Bulldogs have been dealt another devastating injury blow with defender Jason Johannisen suffering a suspected serious hamstring problem. HEAR FROM ALL THE COACHES
GOLD Coast enforcer Steven May faces a lengthy mid-season break after a brutal bump that knocked out Brisbane ruckman Stef Martin. WATCH THE HIT AND VOTE
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