‘Icon’: Buddy takes another legend down
Buddy Franklin has reached yet another goalkicking milestone that has cemented his legacy as one of the greatest ever.
Sydney
McCartin brothers cherish ‘cool’ Swans bond
There are few better football stories this year than Paddy McCartin’s AFL return, alongside brother Tom in the Sydney Swans’ backline, after concussions threatened his career.
Swans champ in mix to return after VFL outing
Another Sydney Swans veteran is in the news but this time it’s all good news as they try to win a third match in a row, this time against Adelaide.
AFL legend tells Swans to ‘let Buddy walk’
AFL great Matthew Lloyd has urged the Sydney Swans to hold firm as speculation over Buddy Franklin’s contract continues to mount.
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Confirmed: AFLW to expand in 2019
THE AFL has confirmed the AFL Women’s will expand in 2019. The league will remain an eight-team competition in 2018 with successful teams notified mid-year.
SuperLadder: Saints, Dockers on the rise
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Buddy bag inspires Swans to first win
LANCE Franklin returns to form, kicking eight goals as Sydney demolish Brisbane at the SCG to pick up its first win of the season.
It’s more than a name, for Josh
JOSH Kennedy opens up on his love of the game, leaving the Hawks, surfing at Bondi, club over family, a Colombian wife and the pressure of the Kennedy name.
AFL expert tips for round 7
TIGERS captain Trent Cotchin is just one shot off the pace in the Herald Sun tipping competition, with the SuperFooty Podcast’s Mick Warner claiming the clubhouse lead.
Barometer: Young Cat to miss 8-10 weeks
WHO’S HOT, WHO’S HURT: GEELONG has ruled out youngster Brandan Parfitt for up to 10 weeks after scans confirmed a high-grade hamstring strain.
SuperLadder: Demons back on track
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Rohan in hospital after horrifying fall
SYDNEY forward Gary Rohan is recovering in hospital after a horrible fall which left him unconscious for a number of minutes. WATCH THE INCIDENT.
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