premium_iconStar Crow off free-agency listAdelaide ADELAIDE has signed one of its four free agents - injured defender Brodie Smith who has extended his contract to the end of the 2021 AFL season. nav_large_duration3mCombined Shape0
premium_iconOngoing pain derails Broadbent preseasonPort Adelaide PORT Adelaide will not have experienced defender Matthew Broadbent available for at least the first month of the new season as he continues to be troubled by an ankle injury nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconPunch or stage and you’ll pay, AFL players warnedTake note THE AFL has puts its players on notice that every player who punches an opponent will be either suspended or fined this year, while players who exaggerate contact will also cop sanctions under a crackdown on staging. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
premium_iconPremiership coach slams “gimmick” pre-season competitionNot participating A PREMIERSHIP coach has labelled the SANFL’s Fast Footy pre-season competition as pointless after his side rejected an invitation to take part. Combined Shape0
premium_iconWhen will AFLW turnstiles click to the cash?Michelangelo Rucci SEASON 2 of the AFLW competition begins with free entry retained, but the pressure growing to charge admission fees to add status and money to the national women’s competition nav_large_duration2hCombined Shape0
How Roosy helped Watts choose PortTrading places HE might be a former Sydney Swans premiership coach but as his old club was in the hunt for Jack Watts, Paul Roos played a part in leading him in another direction. Combined Shape0
premium_iconGibson warning to Crows team-matesCrows NEW Adelaide running machine Sam Gibson has warned his teammates that he is not at the club just to make up the numbers. Combined Shape0
premium_iconAllan expects AFLW standard to riseAFLW WHY top recruit Jess Allan expects more from the AFLW in its second season. Combined Shape0
premium_iconAwesome Charlie will embrace hypeExciting Blue CHARLIE Curnow looked awesome in match simulation on Wednesday and he’s already a fan favourite. But how will he handle the hype from the Carlton faithful? Combined Shape0
premium_iconCornes to shake up Melbourne radioExclusive CONTROVERSIAL SA footy identity Kane Cornes has been appointed to SEN’s Friday morning spot, with his new show marking a radical departure for Victorian listeners. Combined Shape0
‘Exceptional’: The Pie that’s blown Bucks awayHigh praise COLLINGWOOD coach Nathan Buckley has delivered a glowing endorsement for a young gun training in a new role. He’s also revealed a selection wish that will augment his side’s “competitive advantage”. Combined Shape0
Seven-gamer joins Blues leadersNew faces MARC Murphy will captain Carlton for a sixth season and there are some surprising names in a new-look Blues leadership group. Combined Shape0
premium_iconRance and Dimma ‘not super tight’Tigers champ ALEX Rance has shed new light on his Jehovah’s Witness faith, how close he came to quitting footy and his surprisingly rocky relationship with Richmond coach Damien Hardwick. Combined Shape0
New footy rule may be just the startChange coming A GAME-CHANGING new rule will be unveiled when the second AFLW season kicks off on Friday night, and one leading coach says it might just be a taste of things to come. Combined Shape0
premium_iconHugh’s running into top formCrows LESS than three months after foot surgery, Adelaide midfield revelation Hugh Greenwood is running faster than he did last season. Combined Shape0
premium_iconEbert: Bring on the pressurePort Adelaide WHY Port Adelaide doesn’t shy away from extra pressure to perform. Combined Shape0
Crows snub: AFLW skippers give their tipsCaptains poll CAPTAINS have given their predictions ahead of the second AFL Women’s season, but last year’s biggest star has been surprisingly snubbed. Plus, what about that new rule? Combined Shape0
premium_iconKey Swans racing fitness clockFitness worries AFTER a slow start cost the Sydney Swans in 2017 coach John Longmire knows his side must begin well this year. But he’s sweating on the fitness of several key players. Combined Shape0
premium_iconWoosha closing in on new Bombers dealContract extension JOHN Worsfold’s Bombers were put to the sword by Sydney in last year’s finals but the Essendon coach is in a strong position for a contract extension when talks start in the next fortnight. Combined Shape0
premium_iconThe Phantom’s pre-season: Premium defenders to depend onThe Phantom IN a shallow pool, which premium-price defenders can we trust for SuperCoach in 2018? The Phantom takes you through the players at the top-end. Combined Shape0
premium_iconCrows present SuperCoach dilemmaTeam preview HOW will Rory Sloane, Bryce Gibbs and Matt Crouch fit together in the new Crows midfield? Our expert assessment plus the rookie defender you need on your bench. nav_large_duration2mCombined Shape0
premium_iconFire Sale! SuperCoach studs on the cheapFallen premiums PREMIUM output at a discount. The fallen premium is one of SuperCoach’s most valuable commodities. How many of these cut-price studs are you picking in 2018? Combined Shape0
premium_iconGawn mad, but who else tops premium ruck stocks?The Phantom MAX Gawn is a lock but, if you’re not convinced on the mid-priced Nic Naitanui, then where do you look? The Phantom tells you where. Combined Shape0
premium_iconGawn on SuperCoach: ‘I’m a no-brainer’Wednesday Whispers WHO’S “flying”, who’s grounded, who’s up for a new role and which young guns are ready to step up.
premium_iconSuperCoach: Lions have plenty of offer LIKE any young team in rebuilding mode, Brisbane provided plenty of SuperCoach rookie riches last season and more of the same can be expected in 2018. Plus see our best Lions 22. Combined Shape0
premium_iconIt’s Danger and Dusty at the top but who’s next in line? IT’S still Danger v Dusty at the top but the next generation of SuperCoach stars is starting to take over. The Phantom casts his eye over the top-price options in the midfield. Combined Shape0
premium_iconSuperCoach winner’s secret to success IT may sound counterintuitive but SuperCoach winner Ayden Potter believes resisting the temptation to load up on premium midfielders can help you claim the $50,000 grand prize. Combined Shape0
premium_iconSuperCoach preview: can Dogs find bark? THE Western Bulldogs’ hangover saw a number of SuperCoach favourites struggle in 2017. However, we’re backing them in for a revival in 2018. Check out our picks and predicted best 22. Combined Shape0
Lugg is Crows’ Army weaponAFLW MEET Adelaide’s AFLW recruit – from the Army. Rheanne Lugg is an electrician who has moved to the Edinburgh base in South Australia for the eight weeks of the AFLW season. nav_large_duration4mCombined Shape0
‘He’s told me he hasn’t looked for any houses in Melbourne’Please stay AUSSIE tennis legend and Adelaide Crows fanatic Lleyton Hewitt hopes star Rory Sloane puts pen to paper as soon as possible, but says he wouldn’t begrudge the midfield dynamo if he chose to move on. Combined Shape0
premium_iconGallucci, Poholke are powering onAFL SECOND-YEAR midfielders Jordan Gallucci and Myles Poholke have emerged as grand finalist Adelaide’s pre-season track burners, putting pressure on teammates for a spot in the club’s best 22. Combined Shape0
premium_iconEmbrace the AFLW hype: Crows captainsAFLW ADELAIDE’S AFLW co-captains Erin Phillips and Chelsea Randall have told their teammates to embrace the pressure of being the hunted when they open their season against Brisbane on Saturday night. Combined Shape0
premium_icon50 things we can’t wait to see in AFL 2018 LITTLE Gaz, the evolution of Charlie, clean air for Bucks, a return to tribunal Tuesday and Libba pulling his finger out — JON RALPH with the 50 things we can’t wait to see in 2018. Combined Shape0
What you need to know ahead of AFLW openers WHAT to watch, what to look for — and what’s at stake? As we count down to the start of another huge leap for women’s football, we take a quick glimpse of Round 1. Combined Shape0
premium_iconSuperCoach cheapies: Every club’s must have player AT every club there is at least one - sometimes more. We’ve scoured draft analysis, pre-season training titbits and practice match reports to pick top SuperCoach cheapie candidate at every club. Combined Shape0
premium_iconPyke: Sloane talk won’t distract Crows WHY Adelaide coach Don Pyke is not stressed about Rory Sloane’s contract as the Crows vice-captain’s signature becomes one of the most in-demand items in the AFL. Combined Shape0
Meet Alberton’s future recruitsBusy off-season IT’S been a busy off-season of producing future stars for Port Adelaide – the latest being coach Ken Hinkley, who has become a grandfather for the first time. Combined Shape0
Port Adelaide legend Bruce Light passes away at 68GREAT OF GAME PORT Adelaide Football Club 1977 premiership player, Bruce Light, has died aged 68. Combined Shape0
premium_iconCricketers bowl Port star overPort Adelaide WHY Port Adelaide footballer Hamish Hartlett reckons he’s chosen the right sport after getting up close and personal with Australia’s ODI squad at Adelaide Oval. Combined Shape0
Value for money: Port credits China for profitPort PORT Adelaide has credited its drive into China for a revenue boost as the AFL club recorded a small profit in 2017. Combined Shape0
The full AFLX fixture revealed THE AFL has released the full fixture for the upcoming AFLX exhibitions with Port Adelaide and Geelong set to play the inaugural match of the new concept next month. Combined Shape0
In the black (and teal): Port Adelaide banks another profit PORT Adelaide will declare a profit for the third year in a row. Find out how much they earned here. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBring it on: Why Port is relishing heat PORT Adelaide is hoping for a long, hot summer as AFL legend turns up heat on Rory Sloane. Combined Shape0
SuperCoach 2018 sneak peek ON the day we open SuperCoach for hardcore fans to get the jump on their mates, check out who’s “flying”, who’s copped a niggle and which youngsters are ready for Round 1. Combined Shape0
premium_iconSloane’s consuming passionRichard Earle WHY the recent passing of Adelaide statesman Bob Foord should provide perspective to fan fears of losing superstar Rory Sloane. Combined Shape0
premium_iconCornes: Dees taking the easy way outCornes on Saturday MELBOURNE’S capitulation to player demands to scrap its commando-style preseason camp brings into question the physical and mental toughness of its group. Combined Shape0
premium_iconThe off-field battle for the AshesGraham Cornes NEVER before has an Ashes series been so hotly contested - off the field – as two commercial radio stations take on traditional broadcaster ABC radio in cricket’s radio war Combined Shape0
premium_iconNew pre-season, new hope for PowerAFL POWER midfielder Brad Ebert sums up the mood at Alberton. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBoak still the man for Power FORMER Port Adelaide star Kane Cornes says Power captain Travis Boak isn’t in Port’s top 15 players, inaugural Adelaide Crows captain Chris McDermott disagrees. Combined Shape0
premium_iconHailing our unsung footy heroes INAUGURAL Adelaide Crows captain Chris McDermott takes a look at the footy players which did a lot in their careers without getting the credit they deserve. Combined Shape0
premium_iconHeavy price to pay for history of concussions THE class action by former players on the issue of concussion must focus the AFL to meet its duty of care to former, current and future players. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBone’s beef: Why Thomas will need to be on best behaviour PORT Adelaide ‘rookie’ recruit Lindsay Thomas believes his best is still in front of him. But the Power will need him to change his ways first, writes AFL expert Chris McDermott. Combined Shape0
premium_iconAndrew Capel’s Mock Draft: Make it RaynerAFL DUSTIN Martin-type Cameron Rayner looms as likely No. 1 pick in an unpredictable AFL draft. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBone’s beef: Mid-season trading in the windsChris McDermott AFL boss Gillon McLachlan loves player movement between clubs so expect a mid-season trade period soon, writes AFL expert Chris McDermott. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBone’s beef: Why centre bounce decision is waywardChris McDermott Just when the centre bounce looked done and dusted in comes a new AFL football operations manager and it’s going nowhere. And Advertiser AFL expert Chris McDermott is not happy. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBone’s beef: They’re back, and in premiership primeChris McDermott PRE-SEASON has started for the Crows and Power’s young guns and four months of hard yakka lies ahead. AFL expert Chris McDermott says a premiership is a realistic goal for both clubs. Combined Shape0
premium_iconDear Santa: Wishes for sport in ’18Rucci on Saturday ANOTHER sporting year is rushing to an end. But what will 2018 bring? Combined Shape0
premium_iconSaluting a man who always caresRucci on Saturday A LONG — and meaningful — contribution to SA football at all levels ends (in an official capacity) with David Shipway’s retirement from the SANFL. Combined Shape0
premium_iconInjuries in Test will reveal again how much AFL clubs ruleMichelangelo Rucci CLUB power brought an end to State-of-Origin games. Will it do the same to International Rules? Combined Shape0
premium_iconAussies honour Beitzel with win over IrishAustralia v Ireland AUSTRALIA’s star-studded International Rules team has honoured footy media pioneer and series founder Harry Beitzel with its impressive win over Ireland at Adelaide Oval, Michelangelo Rucci writes. Combined Shape0
Tai returns home to begin greatest battleComing home A TALENTED SA footballer crunched in a sickening collision during an NTFL game in Darwin arrived home happy to see friends and family on Tuesday – and ready to tackle the enormous task of trying to walk again. Combined Shape0
premium_iconNikki’s football dreams no longer pie in the skyWomen’s football The rapid growth of women’s football and the introduction of the SANFL competition has enabled Christies Beach teenager Nikki Gore to chase her goals. Combined Shape0
SANFL men’s team makes coaching historyTrailblazer A LONG-TIME female coach will make history this year as the first woman to take the reins of a SANFL men’s team. Combined Shape0
Talia: ‘There are some regrets’MOVING ON HIS AFL career was mostly known for the controversy that followed it, but Michael Talia is now looking to put the past behind him and reboot his career at the Redlegs. Combined Shape0
Tai’s a fighter, but needs our help TAI Martin-Page is determined to overcome the spinal injuries he suffered during a NT football game but the SA bush player needs the wider footy community’s help, says Graham Cornes. Combined Shape0
Ex-Power forward signs with Henley FORMER Port Adelaide forward Brett Ebert has not ruled out a potential move into coaching but for now is focused on playing for Henley in the Adelaide Footy League. Combined Shape0
Carr’s text drives move NORTH Adelaide has completed one of the recruiting coups of the SANFL off-season, landing a Sandover medallist – all with a text message. Combined Shape0
Keough to lead Bloods rebuild TOM Keough says he is not a natural-born leader but his football journey from Pinnaroo to the Gold Coast has shaped his captaincy credentials. Combined Shape0
‘We’re in the business of winning’No sacrifice CARLTON coach Damien Keeping hopes the spectacle of AFLW grows in 2018 — just not at the expense of the Blues winning games. nav_large_duration3mCombined Shape0
New Blue combo to soar against PiesDouble trouble RECRUIT Tayla Harris and star blue Darcy Vescio are set to become the most dangerous forward combination in AFLW02, Carlton coach Damien Keeping says. nav_large_duration8mCombined Shape0
premium_iconDees building: Melbourne AFLW player profilesFull list MELBOURNE is eyeing a climb with a bigger, maybe even better, Daisy Pearce and the Demons have a couple more code-hoppers who have jumped to footy. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconAFLW stars go old school in new campaignRetro shoot AFLW stars Darcy Vescio, Katie Brennan and Daisy Pearcehave rewound the clock with classic footy looks — and locks — from the past. Combined Shape0
AFL reveals plans for another possible lockout GILLON McLachlan admits he might have to replicate his awkward walk and talk, hinting at a second consecutive lockout at Ikon Park for the competition’s season-opener. Combined Shape0
premium_iconNew Hope: Collingwood AFLW player profiles COLLINGWOOD lost its best player to arch-rival Carlton but the Magpies have added some class to their list and one of their star players has been recast in a new role. Combined Shape0
premium_iconGWS coach keen to exploit fresh AFLW WHEN Alan McConnell was appointed as the Giants’ AFLW coach in October he told his team there was one thing missing from almost four decades in football — a premiership. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBlue dreams: Carlton AFLW player profiles THERE’S plenty of new faces at Carlton, which also secured some big trade acquisitions for the second AFLW season, and some virtual recruits who were struck down by injury last year. Combined Shape0