THE Set small text size THE Set the default text size THE set large text size Unlike Round 15 where all but two of the games had a direct impact on both teams’ final chances, Round 16 has only four games where both teams playing will have their final chances enhanced or threatened according to … Read more
I considered a few different intros to this article related to Tom Stewart’s hit on Dion Prestia. But then I watched the game again. Instead of arguing about a pantomime villain in Stewart or the morality of concussion, why don’t we do something novel and talk about the game? It was a titanic struggle between … Read more
Potential No.1 pick Will Ashcroft has continued his sparkling form for Vic Metro in the Under-18 National Championships. After racking up 51 disposals for the Sandringham Dragons in a recent NAB League game, Ashcroft amassed 36 disposals, 12 clearances and seven tackles against the Allies last Saturday. The gun midfielder inspired Vic Metro to a … Read more
Sometimes overreacting to a single bad performance is just as risky as overreacting to a good one. One swallow doesn’t make a summer, but neither does one goose make a pond. People seemed quick to jump off the Brisbane bandwagon after last week’s horror show against Melbourne. But the mark of a good side is … Read more
Brisbane has answered every Western Bulldogs challenge to notch up a commanding win at the Gabba on Thursday night. A six goal to two third quarters proved the difference in the Lions’ 41-point win, while the result tipped the Dogs out of the top eight after they dropped over five percentage points in one evening. … Read more
Jake Lever believes teammate Michael Hibberd is one of the keys to the side’s defence, given his flexibility. Hibberd overcame a calf complaint suffered during the pre-season and numerous setbacks to play the last two games for the Demons. The 32-year-old was particularly impressive against Brisbane, holding gun small forward Charlie Cameron goalless as Melbourne … Read more
Jordan De Goey is set to return to AFL action for Collingwood’s clash with Gold Coast, while Geelong is welcoming back Patrick Dangerfield for his first match in six weeks. Key points: De Goey will play his first match for the Magpies since before their bye round The Magpies say De Goey has “trained with … Read more
Attention is now turning to Josh Dunkley’s future at the Western Bulldogs, according to AFL Media’s Callum Twomey. The Dogs have had success in re-signing several of their stars in recent weeks, with the likes of Caleb Daniel, Tim English and Bailey Dale all inking long-term deals. While Twomey reports that important defending Alex Keath … Read more
The teams have dropped for Round 16! Check out all the changes below. Brisbane Lions vs Western Bulldogs Brisbane Lions IN: Danye Zorko, Zac Bailey OUT: Mitch Robinson (Omitted), Thomas Berry (Omitted), Deven Robertson (Omitted) western bulldogs IN: Lachie Hunter, Dominic Bedendo (Debut) OUT: Ed Richards (concussion), Caleb Daniel (knee), Logan McNeil (Medi-Sub) Carlton vs … Read more
Former Collingwood list manager Matt Rendell believes Matt Crouch isn’t worth more than a third-round draft pick should Adelaide look to trade him. The 27-year-old midfielder was dropped for the second time this season ahead of Adelaide’s win over North Melbourne last week, responding in the SANFL with 42 possessions. He was challenged by Crows … Read more