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AFL news 2025: Latest updates, Luke Davies-Uniacke re-signs at North Melbourne
Gather Round kicked off with a bang on Thursday night, what will happen next? Join in the conversation and keep up to date below. Originally published as AFL Now: Latest updates, team news and Gather Round preview on Friday
AFL round 1: Geelong Cats vs Fremantle live, latest news, updates and SuperCoach scores
Geelong is forecast to hit 35 degrees on Saturday and the Cats will begin their clash against the Dockers at 1.20pm, in the heat of the day. The AFL heat policy will come into effect for all games on Saturday with the minor breaks at quarter and three quarter-time lengthened by two minutes, and extra water carriers allowed on field.
Vale Troy Selwood: Former teammates Jonathan Brown, Brendan Fevola pay tribute
Troy Selwood’s deceptively simple nickname and the time Jonathan Brown had to save him from being kicked out of Brown’s wedding have led the continuing tributes to the beloved football figure. Selwood, 40, died on Tuesday and his passing has been met with an outpouring of emotions from across the football spectrum. A tough tagger, Selwood played 75 matches for the Brisbane Lions, many of which came alongside Brown in the late 2000s.
Bernard Tomic flames out of Australian Open qualifying in straight sets defeat
Sport Don't miss out on the headlines from Sport. Followed categories will be added to My News. Tomic was comfortably dealt with by Slovakian Jozef Kovalik 3-6, 1-6 in just 61 minutes on Tuesday. The 32-year-old had dragged his ranking from No.825 in 2022 all the way to No.213 before the Aus Open qualifying, but he was comfortably outclassed by Kovalik. Tomic declined to talk to media after his match and he walked away with $35,000 as a loser in the first-round of qualifying.
AFLW Finals: All the latest news ahead of Saturday’s preliminary finals
North Melbourne skipper Emma Kearney is closing in on a return for Saturday’s preliminary final, 55 days after injuring her hamstring. The eight-time All-Australian has sat out since copping the injury in round 5, during the AFLW’s condensed schedule, and was listed as a test before a qualifying final win over Adelaide.
AFL trades 2024: Essendon strategy explained, Isaac Kako draft points
Essendon just sent away a top-10 pick in what is dubbed a super draft for a handful of back-end choices and a future pick from Melbourne, which is fully planning to play finals next year. On the surface that looks like a dud move, but this is the world of matching for academy players in the draft. So, why did the Bombers give a rival a second swing in the first nine choices? The simple answer is Isaac Kako. The less simple answer is the draft points index.
AFL trade news: Live updates and news from day 2 of AFL trade period
Port Adelaide is happy to look ahead instead of getting caught up in a deal to send away Dan Houston. The Power entered the trade period with a remit to improve its forward half and expects to land Gold Coast’s Jack Lukosius and Collingwood’s Joe Richards, who have both requested trades to Alberton. The Lukosius deal should be ticked off early in the trade period, with Suns list boss Craig Cameron confirming it will likely cost Port Adelaide a future pick.
Fake merch, failed favourites: The wackiest Brownlow moments ever
It is footy’s night of nights and we all remember the great winners from Brownlow Medal counts in years gone by. And we also love the small, absurd, or silly moments that crop up each year. Here’s a look back at some of the wildest incidents and accidents from 99 years of football’s greatest individual honour. This was a bombshell that stayed buried for 44 years. Kelvin Templeton won ‘Charlie’ in 1980, three votes ahead of Merv Neagle, in what could have been a grandstand finish.
Exciting Dee set for blockbuster debut
Kysaiah Pickett’s suspension has opened the door for another Melbourne debutant, with Koltyn Tholstrup receiving the nod to face Brisbane on Thursday night. Tholstrup will join fellow first-round draft pick Caleb Windsor in the side after a series of strong performances over the pre-season and in two VFL games.
AFL news 2023: All Australian team, AFLPA MVP winner
Superstar Bulldog Marcus Bontempelli expects a brutally honest review to put his team back on track after missing finals as he joins a prestigious club of multiple-time Leigh Matthews Trophy winners. Bontempelli was voted as the player’s player in the AFLPA MVP awards on Wednesday night with the 2021 winner joining Greg Williams, Wayne Carey, Michael Voss, Chris Judd and Nat Fyfe as two-time winners, while Gary Ablett Jr won the award five times.
Matt Rendell: Former AFL recruiter and player dies after heart attack
Former Fitzroy captain and Adelaide Crows recruiting master Matt Rendell has died, following a heart attack on Sunday. The 164-game Fitzroy ruck was walking his dog when he suffered a cardiac arrest and he died in hospital on Wednesday. A statement released by Rendell’s wife Leonie, confirmed the recruiter, player, commentator and coach had passed away, aged 64. “Matthew passed away this afternoon, after suffering a cardiac arrest Sunday morning. He did not regain consciousness,” the statement read.
Video: Jeremy Cameron, Gary Rohan, AFL round 15 Geelong v Melbourne, injury list
Geelong superstar Jeremy Cameron has been released from hospital and issued a message of thanks to fans who have wished him well after his heavy collision with teammate Gary Rohan. The superstar Cat was back on his farm on Friday after he was sent to hospital for assessment during a crucial Geelong win. Cameron posted a video on Instagram about 1pm on Friday, in which he was starting up a bonfire and showing off a new car.
NBL star Mark Leader remembered by Geelong basketball after death
Legendary basketball figure Mark Leader is being remembered as a “great, humble human” after his death. A champion NBL player with Devonport Warriors, Geelong Supercats and North Melbourne Giants, Leader carried on leaving his mark on the sport in a successful coaching career. He steered the Supercats and Corio Bay Stingrays to success as coach and guided a generation of Geelong players.
Lani Pallister and Hayden Cotter favoured for Pier to Pub at Lorne
Three-time winners Lani Pallister and Hayden Cotter will lead the pack, but there are some serious swimmers eyeing the Superfish title at Lorne. Check out the entire field. Triple defending champions Lani Pallister and Hayden Cotter are at the front of the pack for the Pier to Pub and while Pallister is an unbackable favourite to take out the female race, Cotter faces some stiff competition in the male field. The Geelong Addy runs through the names to watch in the famous Lorne waves on Saturday.
What is Boris Johnson’s climate change legacy?
By Josh Barnes Less than two weeks before Boris Johnson announced that he would step down as Prime Minister, the Climate Change Committee (CCC) published a report that now represents his climate legacy. The CCC are the government’s independent advisors on climate policy and each year they publish a progress report. The conclusions of the most recent edition echo what much of the climate movement has been saying of the Johnson government for a long time.
Joel Selwood retirement live: Geelong Cats captain career ends
Geelong skipper Joel Selwood is poised to bow out of the game at the very top, just days after clinching his fourth premiership and first as captain. A legend of the game, Selwood is due to make an announcement at 1pm at the club. He showed rare emotion during the grand final on Saturday and told his teammates and the club formally on Tuesday night. It is understood the incredible midfielder had made up his mind before Tuesday and told some as early as Saturday that he was hanging up the boots.
Joel Selwood retirement live: Geelong Cats captain career ends
Geelong skipper and star Joel Selwood is poised to announce his retirement just days after winning his fourth premiership with the Cats. AFL Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. Geelong skipper Joel Selwood is poised to bow out of the game at the very top, just days after clinching his fourth premiership and first as captain. A legend of the game, Selwood is due to make an announcement at 1pm at the club.
Steve Hocking: Geelong Cats membership numbers
The Cats have a flag in the bag but they are not slowing down, marking down a big box to tick in coming years. Geelong Cats Don't miss out on the headlines from Geelong Cats. Followed categories will be added to My News. A PREMIERSHIP ticked off, Steve Hocking has turned his sights to Geelong’s next goal – signing up 100,000 members.
Economy Got You Down? These Strategies Can Help Your Business Stay Resilient
Businesses are facing strong economic headwinds this year. To help weather the twin storms of inflation and an unpredictable supply chain, leaders are adopting new tactics to stay resilient. These days, their strategies are focused on data and automation. We surveyed 4,000 commerce leaders and analyzed data from 1 billion buyers to find out how businesses are succeeding in a shifting market where teams are asked to do more with less.
Consumer Goods Data Will Help You Build Relationships Directly With Your Customers
For consumer goods (CG) companies, selling through retail partners will likely always play a major role in business strategy. But more and more CG companies are realizing they need to build their own relationships with consumers. That’s because retailers are in a powerful position: they own your consumer data sets and can mine them to develop private-label offerings. And when that happens, the true differentiator that stops a shopper from choosing a competitor or store brand over yours?
Patrick Dangerfield: Geelong Cats star ready for finals
Superstar Cat Patrick Dangerfield is feeling “the best I have felt at this time of the season” as the milestone man gears up for a shot as an elusive premiership. Dangerfield will become the 99th player in VFL/AFL history to play 300 games when he takes on West Coast on Saturday, with a premiership medallion one of the few things missing from his stacked football resume.
Jeremy Cameron injury: Geelong Cats forward in doubt
Superstar forward Jeremy Cameron has begun a race against time to be fit for Geelong’s first final after scans confirmed a “low level” hamstring injury. The goalkicking ace came to the bench late in Saturday’s comfortable win over Gold Coast complaining of soreness in his troublesome hamstrings and scans showed a strain.
AFL 2022: Jeremy Cameron injury update; bump video, Zaine Cordy sent straight to tribunal
Superstar forward Jeremy Cameron has begun a race against time to be fit for Geelong’s first final after scans confirmed a “low level” hamstring injury. The goalkicking ace came to the bench late in Saturday’s comfortable win over Gold Coast complaining of soreness in his troublesome hamstrings and scans showed a strain.
Zach Guthrie contract: Geelong Cats backman on new deal
Breakout Cat Zach Guthrie is happy to take himself out of talks on a new contract as he continues to bed down a spot in the Geelong defence before finals. The springy defender is out of contract at the end of this season and has enjoyed his best campaign to date, playing a career-high 16 games for the ladder-leading Cats. Guthrie has lived no the edge before and said he wasn’t fazed about nearing September without a deal for next year and was focused on Geelong’s impending finals run.
Geelong Cats AFL finals preparation in full throttle, Jed Bews says
It is “full throttle” for Geelong in the final two weeks of the home-and-away season, despite a softer draw leading into the finals. Geelong is one of three sides – alongside Fremantle and Richmond – in the current top-eight to not meet a fellow finals-bound side in the final two weeks of the season, as the Cats finish face 11th-placed Gold Coast and West Coast (17th).
‘Really inspiring’ Eddie making Geelong a Betts-er place
Geelong coach Chris Scott says he hopes the current controversy surrounding former Carlton and Adelaide star Eddie Betts does not overshadow his footballing legacy. The 350-game forward, who now works at the Cats as a development coach, recently opened up about the controversial 2018 pre-season Crows camp in his newly published autobiography.
‘Reasonable to expect’: Late change flagged for Saints clash
Geelong coach Chris Scott has flagged a late change may come ahead of the side running out onto GMHBA Stadium to face St Kilda on Saturday. The Cats had named ruck Rhys Stanley to return from a minor knee injury and help Jon Ceglar shoulder the ruck load, while Mark Blicavs would be used as a midfielder against the Saints. But Scott warned the 22 selected might not be the same that face the Saints, with defender Zach Tuohy and winger Sam Menegola potentially set to join the side.
Greatest of all: Is Selwood the best player in Geelong history?
MATTHEW Scarlett puts it simply. When asked about Joel Selwood’s impact on Geelong the great Geelong full-back said: “No one has given more effort to win games of footy for their club than him.” When weighing up Selwood’s place in the pantheon at the Geelong Football Club, that’s a pretty good place to start. From one of the most ruthless competitors of the AFL era, Scarlett’s praise sums up the esteem the Cats skipper is held by the greats of his era.
Geelong Cats news, updates and stories ahead of round 20
Cats star Tom Hawkins has confirmed he will play on in 2023 as Geelong prepares to face an in-form Western Bulldogs outfit in skipper Joel Selwood’s 350th game. The key forward is currently uncontracted past this season, but he has enjoyed impressive form in the twilight of his career with his 2021 tally of 62 goals his best since 2014. Hawkins said he had not sat down with the club yet, but he was feeling eager about playing on.
Stanley to miss extended period as ruck carousel hits Cattery
Geelong has received better-than-expected news on ruck Rhys Stanley, but will still miss the big man for the medium term. ALL INJURY NEWS GEELONG has received better-than-expected news on its ruck veteran, with Rhys Stanley avoiding a major knee injury against Port Adelaide. The 178-game Cat was substituted out of the Cats’ 12-point victory against the Power, with scans confirming minor cartilage damage and some bone bruising.
Geelong Cats vs Port Adealide: Jack Henry details reason for AFL leading defence
Geelong’s stark defensive improvement has come down to chemistry among its backman according to high-flyer Jack Henry, as the Cats continue to ride its stingy defence to the top of the ladder. Geelong kept Carlton’s vaunted attack out of the contest on Saturday night, keeping the Blues to just two goals across the middle two quarters to set up a 30-point win.
Predicted teams: Every side’s best 22 for round 16
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An improving big-man at the Crows, a Swans late out and an important Blues mid are all predicted to return in our best 22s for round 16. A couple of big men are set to return for their teams along with a key pillar of Carlton’s midfield resurgence and a Covid affected Swan. See every team’s predicted side for this week’s matches.
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AFL 2022: Geelong list analysis, top free agency targets analysed
How many of Geelong’s youngsters are going to pop? For years, the talk around the football industry has been about when the Cats would fall off their perch. Every time the calendar flips over the likes of Tom Hawkins, Joel Selwood and Patrick Dangerfield get older and the inevitable rebuild — one that was first mooted at the end of 2010 — has appeared a step closer. Watch every blockbuster AFL match this weekend Live & Ad-Break Free In-Play on Kayo. New to Kayo?
Zane Williams: Geelong Cats take Woodville player in draft
Geelong has swooped upon clever forward Zane Williams with its first modern mid-season pick, snaring the goalkicker with the 12th overall selection in Wednesday night’s draft. A 183cm dasher from Woodville-West Torrens, Williams, who will turn 21 on Sunday, has shown smarts around goals in eight SANFL games this season, averaging 1.9 goals per game. Williams described himself as a quick player with goal sense.
Cats set to welcome pair back ahead of important Bulldogs clash
Geelong is set to welcome back two key players ahead of an important Friday night clash with the Western Bulldogs in round 12. Starting ruck Rhys Stanley and small forward Gary Rohan are “likely” inclusions for the Cats, as the side prepares for its final game before the mid-season bye. Geelong coach Chris Scott said he expected both to come into the side. “Potentially (we get) Rhys Stanley, and I think Gary Rohan will play, I think there’s even more certainty around that,” he said.
AFL 2022 captains: Geelong’s Joel Selwood breaks league captaincy record and sits among greats
Poll: Chris Scott says he has a bond with record-breaking skipper Joel Selwood that will never be broken. But he might not be the best captain in Scott’s life. We rank the top 10 of past 30 years. Towering Geelong figures Joel Selwood and Chris Scott share a “bond that will never be broken”, as footy’s longest serving captain and coach pairing open up on a relationship they will share forever.
The Flat-Track Bullies
Desperate Aussies down to their final few tricks Even with yet another early T20 World Cup exit looking uncomfortably possible, Australia are still searching for the right formula ahead of Thursday night’s clash against Bangladesh.
Tralee Rose injuries not as bad as first feared after being galloped on during Melbourne Cup
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AFLW 2021: Geelong v North Melbournematch report
After so much had changed in the last 10 months, virtually nothing had for the Cats. In March last year, Geelong hosted North Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium and while the young Cats were spirited, they were clearly outclassed. In the last two quarters of that match, they didn’t score. In the first two quarters on Sunday, in the same place, against the same opposition the Cats didn’t put a score on the board.
AFL Fixture: Geelong to host Essendon for first time in decades
GEELONG will welcome Essendon to GMHBA Stadium for the first time in nearly 30 years next season. The rare trip down the highway was a highlight of the AFL’s fixture, which was released on Monday. The Cats have drawn three 2020 finalists twice – including reigning premier Richmond – but only have the five trips interstate, as well as nine games in Geelong. media_cameraJohn Barnes was BOG when Geelong last hosted Essendon.
AFL: Geelong recruit Jack Steven plays in scratch match
JACK Steven has showed he is ready for a recall to the Geelong side, after performing well on reduced game time in a scratch match against Collingwood on Friday morning. The recruit was rested from Geelong’s side to play Brisbane on Thursday night and played a half of the practice match, where he looked lively. media_cameraJack Steven is ready for a recall. Picture: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images Geelong assistant coach Shane O’Bree said the 30-year-old enjoyed the chance to play with some younger Cats.
AFL: Geelong Cats heading to coronavirus hub in Perth
GEELONG is expecting to be greeted by strict restrictions when it lands in Perth on Saturday to begin a two week isolation. The players and staff will spend today in Sydney busy with a scratch match against Collingwood before the flight west. media_cameraMark Blicavs hugs a loved one before Geelong flew to Sydney. Picture: Alan Barber They will check in to Crown Perth on Saturday and will be greeted by a truck full of fitness equipment and personal items that has been driven across the Nullabor.
Geelong’s Jack Steven in hospital after incident
JACK Steven is recovering in hospital after he was injured in an incident overnight. The Geelong recruit is believed to be well after the incident, which is being investigated by police. It is unclear what took place. The former St Kilda star crossed to Geelong in the off season after playing 183 games with the Saints and winning four best and fairests. media_cameraJack Steven is seen after a press conference at GMHBA Stadium in Melbourne, Thursday, October 17, 2019.
Geelong champ Peter Riccardi recall horrific 2004 conditions when Cats beat Fremantle Dockers
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NBL1: Geelong Supercats adds Becky Nash to roster
CANADIAN Becky Nash is set to add some extra grunt to the paint for the Geelong Supercats in the upcoming NBL1 season. Currently playing with BG ‘89 Avides Hurricanes in Germany, Nash, 26, has averaged nine points and six rebounds a game so far this season. The 193cm forward will join the squad as soon as her German season finishes. media_cameraBecky Nash shoots a free throw for Mount Royal. Hailing from Ontario, Nash played with colleges St Mary’s and Mount Royal.
Bushfire appeal Foodbank: Geelong Cats join food drive
JUST like countless others this summer, when the toll of the fires across Australia began to hit the Geelong Cats felt they had to do something. media_cameraCats Tom Stewart, Luke Dahlhaus and Melissa Hickey lend a hand with Food Purveyor director Nicole Newman. Picture: Alan Barber So a handful of Geelong players teamed up with Foodbank and The Food Purveyor to do what they could and help bring relief to the affected regions.
The 20 Most Dangerous U.S. Cities for Cyclists [+Death Totals] - CarInsurance.org
Commuters looking to reduce their environmental footprint may want to think twice about safety before hopping on a bike. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of cyclist deaths has been rapidly increasing over the past several years. In 2017 alone, there were 783 cyclist fatalities nationwide, a 25 percent increase since 2010. Increases in cyclist fatalities have occurred alongside increases in bike share programs and the number of cyclists commuting to work.
Athletics Geelong: Steigen Spectacular takes new format
A NEW direction in athletics could be born at Landy Field tomorrow as the Steigen Spectacular tries out a new format. In its ninth year, the one day carnival showcases 80 athletes in a 10 team format. Cash and bragging rights are on the line with individual male and female winners pocketing $5000 each and the overall team winner taking home $10,000. media_cameraRunners show off the team threads that will be worn tomorrow.
BFL: Geoff Miles joined Portarlington after Paul Little link
THE billionaire owner of a ferry company might have had an inadvertent hand in helping Portarlington rise off the bottom of the BFL ladder. Paul Little owns Port Phillip Ferries – which runs ferries from Geelong and Portarlington to Melbourne. A conversation he had about the strength of football in the coastal town led to former AFL player and experienced BFL head Geoff Miles joining the local club. media_cameraGeoff Miles has joined Portarlington.
Agnes Emma-Nnopu: Bellarine Storm Geelong basketballer to Stanford
IN HER early days on the court, Agnes Emma-Nnopu was at times so frazzled she would just throw the ball over her head to get rid of it. Now the Bellarine Storm junior is off to United States college Stanford to make waves in college basketball. From the moment one of her junior coaches at the Storm, Brendon Matthews, saw Emma-Nnopu, he knew she had potential, but the six-foot forward took time to grow into the game. so excited to announce my commitment to Stanford University.
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