Unpacking the Power’s leadership masterclass to temper JHF
Jason Horne-Francis was ready to explode against North Melbourne, but the efforts of Ken Hinkley and Zak Butters was a masterclass in tempering the red mist. Simeon Thomas-Wilson unpacks it.
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Fiery scenes as AFL star pulled by teammates
Jason Horne-Francis has lost the plot in fiery scenes against his old club, before committing an act that saw teammates drag him into line.
The telling statistic that shows where Power, Roos truly sit
Some pivotal defensive efforts got the Power over the line against the Kangaroos on Saturday. Matt Turner pinpoints the numbers that exposes the difference between the two clubs.
North won the fight, JHF won the footy war — and Kenny’s fired up
Ken Hinkley has launched an impassioned defence of Jason Horne-Francis after the Power star’s emotions got the better of him against the Kangaroos.
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Potential Houston replacement puts Port contract talks on hold
He has been touted as a breakout contender for Port Adelaide and is unsigned beyond this year. But for now this Power youngster’s focus is on playing regularly, not a new deal.
Round 1 lock? Verdict on every new face at Crows, Power
It was a big off-season for both South Australian clubs. But a few months on, which new faces have really made their mark? Get the intel and verdict on every draftee and recruit.
Draftee lights up match sim as SSP prospects push their case
Not only did Joe Berry line up on the A team in Port Adelaide’s match sim session on Friday, he starred. Get all the intel as the race for round 1 – and the final list spot – heats up.
Port out to counter Pies advantage with pre-season first
Clubs that played in the inaugural Opening Round last year had a 3-1 record the next week against sides that were coming off a bye – so Port Adelaide has made a big summer call.
‘Carlton needs more’: Are Blues kids holding them back?
At some AFL clubs, young guns form the nucleus of a premiership challenger. At others, fans are nervous about whether their investment will pay off. Where does your team sit ahead of the 2025 season?
Power draftee backed for round 1 debut, Ken heads overseas
Chad Cornes is backing a draftee to walk straight into Port Adelaide’s senior team for round 1. Plus get the details on Ken Hinkley’s overseas adventure and more in track watch.
Pepp’s giant step, new Power forward line takes shape
How Port Adelaide’s forward line will line up without Todd Marshall is becoming clearer, while Sam Powell-Pepper has taken a massive step forward in his recovery.
SSP pair still in limbo as Port delays call on Marshall
Port Adelaide has made a swift call on whether to place injured forward Todd Marshall on its inactive list, a move which would have opened the door for the club to list both its SSP trainees.
Lord looms large after Power forward’s devastating blow
Ollie Lord is firming as a key piece of Port Adelaide’s forward line as Ken Hinkley prepares for the possibility of a full season without injured spearhead Todd Marshall.
Track Watch: International voyage aids Power’s young guns
Two Port Adelaide young guns hope a trip to the USA might be enough for them and the club to get past nagging soft tissue injuries, as the Power made their pre-season return on Thursday.
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