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Jon Pierik

Jon Pierik is a sports writer with The Age, focusing primarily on AFL football, cricket and basketball. He has won awards for his cricket and basketball writing.

Games record holder Brent Harvey

Boomer a 'long shot' to play on

Brent Harvey's manager says the North Melbourne great is a "long shot" to play on next year, and is preparing to play with his brother in the Northern Football League.

Swans co-skipper Jarrad McVeigh is adamant he'll play.

McVeigh: 'Feel great, ready to go'

Swans skipper Jarrad McVeigh has declared he is over a calf injury and will "definitely" line up in Saturday's grand final against the Western Bulldogs.