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Crows, Blues battle to stay unbeaten

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AFLW helps Whitten Oval revival

GLENN McFARLANE IT’S not only the Western Bulldogs who have enjoyed a recent football revival, so too has the ground that has been the club’s home since its inception.

Good to see you back, skipper

GLENN McFARLANE IT may have been his first competitive game in 314 days but Bob Murphy wasted no time getting into the thick of the action in his return to football on Saturday.

Pearce provides the midfield magic

Eliza Sewell MELBOURNE captain Daisy Pearce has been sacrificing her individual game for her side. But all that stopped on Saturday night against the Western Bulldogs.

Mules replaces injured Armitstead

Reece Homfray JUSTINE Mules has been recalled to Adelaide’s team for Sunday’s top-of-the-table AFLW clash with Carlton at Thebarton Oval.

How footy’s golden girl got her groove back

Sarah Olle DAISY Pearce was pivotal in the Demons’ 14-point win over the Western Bulldogs, racking up 26 touches in a best on ground performance that all but confirmed her unrivalled status in the game.

Pearce leads Demons to win over Dogs

ELIZA SEWELL DAISY Pearce has led Melbourne to a crucial win over the Western Bulldogs at Whitten Oval, a victory that keeps the Demons’ AFLW season alive.

How Sarah Perkins became ‘Tex’

Reece Homfray A FEW years ago Sarah Perkins was playing reserves football for a local club in Melbourne. Now she is one of the stars of the AFLW. But how did it all happen?

Wear white or you’re out!

Reece Homfray PORT Adelaide has issued Gold Coast an ultimatum to wear it’s white clash strip in their historic match in China or the deal is over.

Win over Dogs just the start for Dees

Chris Cavanagh NEW Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has labelled Saturday’s performance against the Western Bulldogs a good “starting point” for how his side wants to play in 2017.

Downie determined to come back stronger

ELIZA SEWELL MEG Downie has emerged from one of the toughest weeks of her life unbeaten and determined to pull on the red and blue of Melbourne next AFLW season.

Flag hangover or a side on the rise?

Chris Cavanagh THAT is the big question after Melbourne secured a hard-fought six point win over the Western Bulldogs in its JLT Community Series opener.

‘He can be a game-wrecker’

Lauren Wood THERE was plenty of talk in the lead up but Travis Cloke wasted no time showing exactly what he’s made of in his first outing for the Western Bulldogs.

McCarthy the star as Lions down Pies

ANDREW HAMILTON BRISBANE’s Kate McCarthy was electric in her team’s four-point win over Collingwood to keep its unbeaten start to the AFLW in tact, kicking an incredible goal.

Wingard set for more midfield minutes

Michelangelo Rucci CHAD Wingard is set to spend more time in the midfield for Port Adelaide in 2017 as part of a number of key changes from coach Ken Hinkley to turn his side’s fortunes around.

Parker turns the page on 2016

NEIL CORDY HEADING into his seventh year at Sydney, midfield star Luke Parker did something completely different this pre-season — he read a book.

Video: Pacemaker McCarthy’s five-bounce stunner

Sarah Olle BRISBANE midfielder Kate McCarthy has given a whole new meaning to pacemaker, with a running goal that sent tongues wagging against Collingwood.

McGrath all smiles after JLT debut

Lauren Wood ANDY McGrath’s week started with a surprise in his locker. It ended with a brilliant JLT Community Series debut. So how did the youngster evaluate his performance?

Big Roo wants to repay the faith

JAY CLARK BRAYDON Preuss’s life has changed a lot since being drafted and now he wants to repay the faith. And reveals he and Andrew Swallow have made up after their intra-club scuffle.

Still got it: Dogs nail first banner for 2017

Staff Writers THE AFL’s reigning premiers are also the reigning premiers of creative banners. And Bob Murphy was greeted with an absolute classic for his return game.

Parker turns the page on 2016

NEIL CORDY HEADING into his seventh year at Sydney, midfield star Luke Parker did something completely different this pre-season — he read a book.

Video: Pacemaker McCarthy’s five-bounce stunner

Sarah Olle BRISBANE midfielder Kate McCarthy has given a whole new meaning to pacemaker, with a running goal that sent tongues wagging against Collingwood.

McGrath all smiles after JLT debut

Lauren Wood ANDY McGrath’s week started with a surprise in his locker. It ended with a brilliant JLT Community Series debut. So how did the youngster evaluate his performance?

Big Roo wants to repay the faith

JAY CLARK BRAYDON Preuss’s life has changed a lot since being drafted and now he wants to repay the faith. And reveals he and Andrew Swallow have made up after their intra-club scuffle.

Still got it: Dogs nail first banner for 2017

Staff Writers THE AFL’s reigning premiers are also the reigning premiers of creative banners. And Bob Murphy was greeted with an absolute classic for his return game.

Dogs sweat on Roughead’s knee

Lauren Wood WESTERN Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge is happy with where his side sits despite a six point loss to Melbourne and a ‘strange’ injury to ruckman Jordan Roughead.

‘What he’s done is remarkable’

Adam Santarossa WHO is this man? The new and improved Travis Cloke is already making waves at the Western Bulldogs.

SuperCoach scores: Super Saturday

A SUPER Saturday of football has thrown up some intriguing SuperCoach scores for players to work through. SEE EVERY SCORE

Mitchell sets sights on leadership role

SAM EDMUND HAWTHORN recruit Tom Mitchell has set his sights on a leadership role at his new club as he hopes to be ready to make his first appearance as a Hawk in the second preseason game.

‘Cooked’ Roughy glad to be back

Lauren Wood ON-FIELD niceties can be few and far between in football, but Jarryd Roughead was heartened by the reception he received from his opponents on Friday night.

‘They can tear the game apart’

Adam Santarossa FORMER number one draft pick Jonathon Patton is injury free and he’s already showing that 2017 could be special.

GWS, Freo play out historic AFLW draw

NEIL CORDY BOTH GWS and Fremantle are yet to register their first win of the AFLW season but have made history by playing out the competition’s first ever draw on Saturday.

Pearce, Mifsud lead Demons to win

KATE SALEMME MELBOURNE captain Daisy Pearce and forward Alyssa Mifsud have lead the Demons to a big win over the Bulldogs at Whitten Oval. RECAP

Free trade of contracted players will come: Hartlett

MICHELANGELO RUCCI PORT Adelaide’s Hamish Hartlett blocked his club’s attempts to trade him to a rival club at the end of last year but he expects clubs will be able to freely trade contracted players in the future.

Shorts confusion forces GWS costume change

Staff Writers GWS has been forced to change shorts mid-match after both the Giants and their opponents Fremantle ran out for their AFLW clash in similar attire.

Supercoach News

SuperCoach scores: Super Saturday

A SUPER Saturday of football has thrown up some intriguing SuperCoach scores for players to work through. SEE EVERY SCORE

SuperCoach scores: Hawks v Cats

WONDERING whether to pay up big for Patrick Dangerfield in SuperCoach? Early signs are he’s going to be worth every cent again. SUPERCOACH SCORES FROM HAWKS v CATS

SuperCoach scores: Pies v Bombers

WE had plenty of questions and now, we finally have some answers. See all the SuperCoach scores from Collingwood’s JLT Series win against Essendon.

The Phantom’s head-to-head ruck choices

Max Gawn or Todd Goldstein? Brodie Grundy or Stefan Martin? Here’s The Phantom’s ruck form guide to help with some of the borderline calls which could make or break your SuperCoach season.

SuperCoach guide to pre-season comp

THE JLT Community Series kicks off tonight and it could make or break your SuperCoach season. Expert Daniel Begala reveals what you need to watch for.

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Life gets better for Genie’s date

JOHN Goehrke scored a date with Eugenie Bouchard, and she gave him extra reason to celebrate at the end of the night.

Floyd makes announcement on megafight

FLOYD Mayweather has responded to a report he had agreed on details to fight UFC superstar Conor McGregor.

Clarke’s fateful Lara Bingle bungle

MICHAEL Clarke has revealed the gutless moment that prevented him from leapfrogging Lara Bingle and going straight to his future wife, Kyly.

Building an innings in the Territory

Women’s cricket in the NT has been on the back foot for years, but a movement is gaining traction as determined, dedicated players hold their own. What does the future hold?

Bombers call for AFLNT boss to resign

THE Tiwi Bombers have demanded for AFLNT boss Michael Solomon to resign amid allegations the Territory football body owe them money

Tiwi Bombers to finish NTFL season

THE under-siege Tiwi Bombers have paid off their five-figure debt to AFLNT and will complete the NTFL season

Saints coach pleased with rugged victory

ST Mary’s coach Rick Nolan saw many of his troops struggle to walk because they were in so much pain after a highly physical encounter against Nightcliff on Friday night

McLeod made an impact

ANDREW McLeod’s brief but spectacular career with the Darwin Buffaloes has been rewarded with the captaincy in the club’s Team of the Century

Special day for debut Crow Holmes, family

ABBEY Holmes’ “rollercoaster” week finished on a high on Saturday when she made a winning AFL Women’s debut for the Adelaide Crows

Crows readying for shot at top Dogs

A SIX-DAY turnaround greets the Adelaide Crows this week as they prepare for their first taste of Friday night football — and a major television audience — in Melbourne

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