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Adam Cooney’s draftee survival guide
ON TOP the world one day, hiding in the toilet at Bulldogs training the next. ADAM COONEY reveals how hilariously unprepared he was to be the No.1 draft pick — and has a message for this year’s crop.
Jobe has lost passion for footy
ESSENDON says Jobe Watson is battling with the mental strain of his return to the club as he considers his future in football.
Petrie still on Eagles' radar
DELISTED North Melbourne veteran Drew Petrie is still on West Coast’s radar, according to the club’s list manager Brady Rawlings.
Bucky’s top 50 draft talent: 50-26
WHO are the best players in this year’s draft? Recruiting expert GARY BUCKENARA reveals his top 50 young guns. SEE PART ONE FROM 50 TO 26.
Daw looking to deliver on potential
BRENT Harvey, Nick Dal Santo, Michael Firrito and Drew Petrie are gone from North Melbourne and the Kangaroos need someone to stand up. Is Majak Daw that person?
Bombers agree to compo payments
LAWYERS say compensation payments for 18 current and former Essendon players are a vindication of their ‘innocent’ role in the club’s infamous drugs program.
Always ‘finals or bust’ for Magpies
SCOTT Pendlebury says every year is “finals or bust” for Collingwood and 2017 will be no different as the Magpies aim to return to September action for the first time since 2013.
This picture shows how far footy’s come
IF YOU needed any more evidence of how the face of AFL has changed in the past decade, here it is.
‘Who’s the knob who came up with that?’
A POSSIBLE rule change to outlaw a third-man up at ruck contests is on the AFL agenda but at least one former champion thinks the idea is “stupid”.
Soaring! Women’s footy in record growth
THE momentum is taking off thanks in a major part to the launch of the AFLW league with the number of girls and women playing Australian rules football increasing by staggering numbers.
Kangaroo invention sold to NBA
THE secret weapon in North Melbourne’s sports science arsenal has been sold to the NBA, KangaTech, the brainchild high performance manager Steve Saunders.
Chiocci ready as women take centre stage
COLLINGWOOD AFL women’s player Steph Chiocci says tonight’s first pre-season training session is a major stepping stone ahead of the inaugural season.
Dank faces bankruptcy, vows to clear Bombers
UPDATE: BANNED sports scientist Stephen faces bankruptcy but has declared that his AFL Tribunal appeal will see Jobe Watson regain his Brownlow Medal.
Hocking may need to embrace new role
ESSENDON midfielder Heath Hocking admits he will likely need to add another string to his bow if he wants to be a regular contributor for the Bombers in 2017.
Bombers can’t pass on ‘complete package’
ESSENDON has been urged to dismiss any queries regarding Andrew McGrath’s height and make the explosive playmaker its first choice in Friday night’s national draft.
Concussion still haunting Lumumba
HERITIER Lumumba was a mysterious no-show from Melbourne’s first day of training amid fears a lingering concussion problem could jeopardise his career.
Surgery for Dixon, Monfries
PORT Adelaide pair Charlie Dixon and Angus Monfries have had corrective surgery as Dixon continues to have ankle problems and Monfries feels the curse of a year out of football.
New Cat sparks stalled career
AARON Black admits he needed ‘something to spark me’ after just three games in the past two seasons and was over the moon when an 11th hour trade to Geelong went through.
Lions slam AFL over Lambert silence
LIONS chairman Bob Sharpless has slammed the AFL for failing to warn them they could be inheriting a problem when they hired Craig Lambert.
Pick Me: Powell-Pepper ready to attack
SAM Powell-Pepper is a big-bodied midfielder from WA and has an aggressive streak that has made him an intimidating force throughout his junior football.
Giants still in dark over draft sanctions
SUSPENSIONS for Lachie Whitfield, Graeme Allan and Craig Lambert have been ticked off by ASADA but GWS remain in the dark on possible draft sanctions.
Ablett ‘100 per cent’ committed to Suns
GOLD Coast captain Gary Ablett has reached out to his Suns teammates to assure them he is 100 per cent committed to them and the club.
AFL draft 2016: All you need to know
THE eyes of the footy world will be on Essendon on Friday night as they select their first ever No.1 draft pick. Get all the key info about one of the biggest events on the AFL calendar. FINAL DRAFT ORDER
No holding back in pre-season heat
COLLINGWOOD, Richmond, Brisbane and Sydney were among the clubs to turn up the heat at pre-season training as temperatures soared today. PICS, VIDEO
Kardinia Park renamed ... again
SHELL, Simonds ... Baytec? Kardinia Park has had its fair share of names in recent year and Geelong fans can now prepare for another change.
Rich, Lions determined to atone for 2016
BRISBANE vice-captain Daniel Rich is determined to atone for a poor 2016 and says the entire Lions playing group wants to make the club relevant again.
Dank must provide medical proof
SPORT scientist Stephen Dank’s bid to have his lifetime sports ban overturned by the AFL Anti-Doping Appeals Board has been adjourned until December 1.
Foote puts up hand for midfield spot
SYDNEY local Jordan Foote has put up his hand to fill the role vacated by Tom Mitchell with a win in the 3km time-trial today.
Bunji jumps into college coaching
ADELAIDE great Andrew McLeod has taken the next step in his coaching career by taking charge of St Michael’s College for next season.
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ESSENDON says Jobe Watson is battling with the mental strain of his return to the club as he considers his future in football.
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Always ‘finals or bust’ for Magpies
SCOTT Pendlebury says every year is “finals or bust” for Collingwood and 2017 will be no different as the Magpies aim to return to September action for the first time since 2013.
Hocking may need to embrace new role
ESSENDON midfielder Heath Hocking admits he will likely need to add another string to his bow if he wants to be a regular contributor for the Bombers in 2017.
