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.
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Big wins for Saints, Giants after AFL hands out free agency compo
The first round of the AFL draft has blown out even more, with two more first-round picks heading to St Kilda and GWS as compensation for the departing Josh Battle and Harry Perryman.
Best 23s: How your club could look in 2025
Trade period hasn’t even started and already there are a host of big moves pending among AFL clubs. We’ve predicted how every team will line-up in 2025 once the trade period, free agency and drafts take place.
‘Why would he want to?’: Sicily bristles at question
Hawthorn captain James Sicily was blunt in response to questions about Ken Hinkley as he outlined one key regret about their altercation.
Albo’s extraordinary swipe at footy star
Anthony Albanese has given an Aussie footballer a stinging backhand after accusations that clearly irked the Prime Minister.
‘Got to grow up’: Ginni speaks amid Mitchell, Ken’s frosty silence
Sam Mitchell has reflected on the ugly end to his side’s semi-final loss during which Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley clashed with Hawks players.
‘Need to grow up’: Sad end to Ginnivan storm
Hawthorn forward Jack Ginnivan has closed the book on the fiery scenes that rocked the AFL last week with a sad confession.
Star Hawk to undergo surgery
A star Hawthorn midfielder will spend the off-season in recovery as the semi-finalists prepare for a premiership tilt in 2025.
Last-ditch bid to avoid Hawks racism Federal Court hearing
A last-ditch attempt has been launched to avoid the Hawthorn racism saga being dragged to a Federal Court hearing. MARK ROBINSON has exclusive details.
How Hokball took AFL by storm, but became Hawthorn’s undoing
The Hawks turned their year around with a thrilling style of play, but ultimately they couldn’t get it done in a semi final. MATTHEW FORREST reviews their season and looks ahead.
Ginni against the world: How long can it really last?
The brilliance and magnitude of the Hawks’ small forwards provided great fodder for footy fans all year, but Jon Ralph asks, how long can they sustain having a target on their backs?
‘Read the room’: Jack Ginnivan torn to shreds
AFL journalist Caroline Wilson has given Hawks livewire Jack Ginnivan an absolute bake, claiming he cost the club a prelim berth.
Hinkley‘s huge fine over Jack Ginnivan rant
The AFL has handed down its punishment to Ken Hinkley after the Port coach lost his cool following his side’s win over Hawthorn.
Financial whack confirmed for Ken after post-game taunt at Hawks
The AFL has handed down a financial sanction for Ken Hinkley after a post-match altercation with Hawk Jack Ginnivan.
The night famous names became finals heroes in their own right
With backs to the wall, coming off four consecutive finals losses, Port Adelaide needed new September heroes. Enter two names synonymous with the big stage. Watch the video.
Ginnivan’s stunning Instagram confession
While Ken Hinkley’s outburst overshadowed Port’s big win, Jack Ginnivan quietly made a jaw-dropping confession over his Insta post.
If the Hawks are going to dish it out, they should be able to cop it back
Instead of mouthing off with the Power coach, a better use of James Sicily’s time might be to practice his goalkicking, writes the Editor.
Hok to the future: Eight reasons Hawks will be better in 2025
After taking the AFL by storm with Hokball, Hawthorn’s brigade of young stars will face huge expectations in 2025. GLENN MCFARLANE looks at why Sam Mitchell’s side will be even better.
Please explain: Sicily doubles down as AFL puts heat on Ken
Hawthorn skipper James Sicily has spoken out about last night’s heated exchange with Power coach Ken Hinkley – an incident that has now drawn an official ‘please explain’ from the AFL.
Ginni’s big concession amid ‘embarrassing infatuation’
James Sicily defended teammate Jack Ginnivan on the field on Friday night and he’s done it again off it. But he did reveal one thing the provocative forward told the group during the week.
Matthews: ‘Smartarse’ Ken should be embarrassed
AFL legend Leigh Matthews has slammed Ken Hinkley’s post-match sledge aimed at Jack Ginnivan as the league weighs up whether to penalise the Power coach. HAVE YOUR SAY
The Sam Mitchell evolution: How ‘acquired taste’ changed his ways
He was an acquired taste. He wasn’t the most favoured bloke in the playing group. He was too brutal. Those who played with Sam Mitchell paint a similar picture. But his transformation to coach today is the true work of art.
Coach incident twists as backstory emerges
A backstory to Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley’s fiery stoush with Hawthorn players has emerged after an ugly end to Friday’s final.
AFL star admits one regret over coach incident
The AFL is reportedly looking into the incident between Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley and Hawthorn players over one detail.
Player ratings: The key to Port keeping flag dream alive
Port Adelaide was desperate on Friday night – and no one typified the Power’s renewed fight more than Willem Drew. Is he set for a bigger job next week? We rate every player.
Truth about horror Hawks scenes revealed
Hawthorn’s Will Day left the ground in the first quarter of the side’s clash against Richmond with the coaches fearing the worst.
No Day, no way? What star’s injury means for Hawks’ finals
Hawthorn mauled the Tigers at the MCG with a first-term blitz, but will they be left counting the cost as star Will Day and key swingman Jack Scrimshaw’s seasons hang in the balance?
Ex-Hawk reveals ‘cherry on top’ Mitchell needed in coaching career
Xavier Ellis always knew Sam Mitchell had the brain to become an AFL coach. There was just one string he needed to add to his bow.
Robbo: The rebuild secrets behind Baby Bombers-like Hawks
The Hawks still have a long way to go, but the similarities to the ‘93 Bombers are obvious. MARK ROBINSON looks at the making of Sam Mitchell’s Hawthorn – on and off the field.
Inside the rise of Hawthorn’s new main man
It took seven years and two clubs for Lloyd Meek to finally break through. Even his belief wavered at times along the way. But now the Hawks tall is firmly among the top tap rucks in the game.
No rest for sore Hawks, says coach
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says he’s keeping an “elimination final” mentality in place for games against the bottom-two sides.
Hawks’ finals surge leaves Barrass move in limbo
Hawthorn’s incredible rise to the AFL top eight could have a disastrous impact on its hopes of landing West Coast defender Tom Barrass. MARK DUFFIELD explains why.
AFL great’s son admits $140k golf theft
The son of AFL legend Robert “Dipper” DiPierdomenico has admitted to stealing more than $140,000 from his golf-store employer.
‘Dismantled’: Bloodbath flips AFL on its head
Hawthorn are promising to be the AFL’s darkhorse after annihilating one of the season’s early hot favourites in ruthless fashion.
Season over? Wounded Blues torn apart by finals-bound Hawks
Carlton has now slid out of the eight and has Charlie Curnow and Adam Saad under serious injury clouds. Have the Blues unravelled so much that they may miss finals? And are the Hawks now locked in?
‘Come to nothing’: Hawks coach’s plea to players
A Sunday game at the MCG is an elimination final three weeks before the finals begin and Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has a clear message for his players.
‘Tell her to terminate’: Court docs reveal full alleged Clarkson threat
Almost two years after the Hawthorn racism scandal broke, allegations against multiple former club chiefs have been formalised in an 89-page statement of claim in Federal Court.
Giants’ historic comeback shakes up AFL
The GWS Giants have announced their premiership credentials, pulling off their biggest ever fourth quarter comeback against Hawthorn.
Double blow leaves ‘extremely frustrated’ Hawks reeling
At three-quarter-time, Hawthorn was doing the maths on if it could slide into the eight. Two hours later, a one-two punch has their season on the brink and Sam Mitchell ‘extremely frustrated’.
Hawks champions will bow out with ‘grace’
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has made an assurance to his former teammates as the club decides on their futures.
Legend’s verdict on brash Hawks celebrations
The former VFL-AFL games record holder was asked for his thoughts on Hawthorn’s forward-line wildcards.
Trade stunner pays off for Hawks almost a decade later
Sam Mitchell’s move to West Coast stunned the trade period in 2016. Almost a decade on, Hawthorn could be poised to reap an unexpected reward because of it.
The Lowdown: Draft call Crows must cop in cold light of Day
Will Day tore the Crows up on Sunday, leaving fans ruing picking Fisher McAsey ahead of South Australian in 2020. But, SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON asks, could Day have become the player is in the Crows’ system? See his likes and dislikes in The Lowdown.
Back on Broadway: Hawks set for big prime time boost in 2025
Hawthorn haven’t hosted a Friday night match in over five years, but that’s set to change next season. JAY CLARK has the details, plus the club set for fewer prime time games.
New captain heralds ‘big shift’ at Hawks
Hawthorn is the latest AFLW team to make a leadership change, with the influence of a top rival sweeping through the club.
‘I’m the right man’: Nicks has a message for Crows fans
The Crows conceded 13 unanswered goals in a horror home showing against Hawthorn on Sunday. The fans left early – and they weren’t happy. Here’s Matthew Nicks’ response.
Rioli the lead applicant in Federal Court racism claim against Hawks
The lawyers representing First Nations players and partners alleging racism at Hawthorn Football Club have lodged documents in the Federal Court.
Why Massimo and the ‘cut-price’ Hawks have thrived after trades
After missing out on some targets, Hawthorn hit a home run in the trade market last year. Massimo D’Ambrosio opens up on how the Hawks’ moves have paid off.
‘Fever pitch’: Hawks can handle spotlight
Hawks coach Sam Mitchell says their win over Collingwood has made preparations this week “harder than others”.
Hawk for life? Wizard’s big contract statement
Nick Watson may have only played 11 games, but he’s already looking well into the future. See more from JOSH BARNES who caught up with the Wizard.
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