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10 December 2025 Former Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley (R) is joining Fox Footy's team this year, where he will work alongside Crows champion Mark Ricciuto (L). Pic RoyVPhotography

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Hinkley lands major TV role in coaching gap year

Ken Hinkley has made the call to take a break after 30 consecutive seasons of coaching at different levels of football — but he’ll still be close to the action. Details on his new TV role here.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 11: Senior Coach Matthew Nicks press conference during the Adelaide Crows AFL captain's run at West Lakes on September 11, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/Getty Images)

Done deal? Crows could soon unveil new Nicks contract

Forget the round 1 date, Adelaide is unlikely to even wait until 2026 to lock Matthew Nicks in at West Lakes with the Crows coach to re-sign as early as next week.

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Newcastle locals Max King and Isaac Heeney at Newcastle Baths as part of the Sydney Swans Community Camp in Newcastle on December 2, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

The Newcastle club inspiring AFL dreams in NRL heartland

Without the Swans Academy, Max King’s AFL dream wouldn’t be reality. Without meeting Isaac Heeney as a nine year old at Cardiff Hawks, the dream may have been totally different.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 13: Crows chairman John Olsen during the round 22 AFL match between the Adelaide Crows and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Adelaide Oval on August 13, 2022 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Top Crow reveals why Stevens got the nod as Roo’s replacement

Ahead of Mark Ricciuto’s retirement, Adelaide chairman John Olsen approached South Australian police commissioner Grant Stevens with a clear plan for the club’s board.

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Clayton Oliver on his move to GWS.

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‘S*** hit the fan’: Clarry breaks silence on Dees exit

Clayton Oliver has broken his media silence on being ‘pushed out’ by Melbourne, his off-field behaviour — including that Mitch Cleary interaction — and his fresh start in Sydney.

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HOBART, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Oscar Allen of the Eagles celebrates a goal during the round 22 AFL match between North Melbourne Kangaroos and West Coast Eagles at Blundstone Arena, on August 10, 2024, in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Steve Bell/Getty Images)

Why Allen needs Eagles more than they need him amid Lions links

It’s a strange statement to attach to the co-captain of a bottom-four club, but Oscar Allen needs the struggling Eagles more than they need him, writes ELIZA REILLY.

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Mick McGuane ranks every AFL forward line.

1-18: Mick McGuane’s forward rankings will ‘ruffle a few feathers’

The superstars up forward can make or break your season. Who’s got the best crop of goalkickers in the AFL? Mick McGuane dissects where your club is at and ranks every forward line.

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Marcus Bontempelli at Western Bulldogs pre-season training session. Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Picture:David Crosling

Uncovered: The stats that make a premium SuperCoach scorer

Lift the lid on how players score points in SuperCoach AFL – and how you can use that intel to pick a world-beating side in 2025.

Melbourne Lord Mayor hopeful Anthony Koutoufides is calling for the Grand final Parade to be brought back to the CBD. Picture by Wayne Taylor 20th September 2024

Kouta’s call on Blues’ presidency amid links to former AFL boss

After a failed tilt to become Lord Mayor of Melbourne, could Kouta’s next role be back at the club that made him famous? The running for the top job at the Blues is starting to become clearer.

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The new faces at Port Adelaide and the Crows

Round 1 lock? Verdict on every new face at Crows, Power

It was a big off-season for both South Australian clubs. But a few months on, which new faces have really made their mark? Get the intel and verdict on every draftee and recruit.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. May 4, 2024. AFL Round 8. . Western Bulldogs vs Hawthorn at Marvel Stadium. Bulldog Adam Treloar after todays loss to Hawthorn . Pic: Michael Klein

The blow that puts pressure on Bevo and his big dilemma

The Western Bulldogs have been dealt another pre-season blow, with star midfielder Adam Treloar ruled out for an extended period. With Jack Macrae gone, who steps up in his absence?

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Southport Sharks VFL player Ben Jepson. Picture: Highflyer Images

Just like old times for Suns SPP signing Ben Jepson

Ben Jepson played in a school football premiership with Nick Daicos, Matt Rowell and Noah Anderson. Now, he joins the latter two on the Gold Coast Suns list.

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02/09/1996 PIRATE: Undated phoot. St Kilda footballer Ian Stewart receives the Brownlow Medal.

A Brownlow in England: Bizarre tale of medals headed to auction

A random email from the UK that was initially ignored has led to a rare auction that could let someone into footy’s most prestigious and exclusive club.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. 22th November 2024. AFL . Melbourne training at Gotchs Paddock. Draftee Xavier Lindsay during todays training session . Picture: Michael Klein

Who can fill Demons’ year-long positional void?

When Andrew Brayshaw retired weeks out from Round 1 last year, the Demons scrambled to fill his role. Twelve months on, they’re still scrambling. Here are all 18 clubs’ major positional battles.

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ALICE SPRINGS, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 02: Adam Tomlinson of the Demons is tackled by Bailey Banfield of the Dockers during the 2024 AFL Round 12 match between the Melbourne Demons and the Fremantle Dockers at TIO Traeger Park on June 02, 2024 in Alice Springs, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Locked in: Tomlinson to continue career in the VFL

Adam Tomlinson is the latest former AFL player to join the ranks of the VFL, linking with North Melbourne as a marquee recruit for the club and competition.

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28/1/25. Adelaide Crows recruit Alex Neal-Bullen. Picture: Keryn Stevens

Neal-Bullen firming for leadership role at Crows

Adelaide’s oldest recruit in seven years has already become a mentor at West Lakes. Here’s why the man known as Nibbler is likely to sink his teeth into an official leadership role.

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MELBOURNE, AUGUST 2, 2024: 2024 AFL Football - Round 21 - Western Bulldogs V Melbourne Demons at Marvel Stadium. Jamarra Ugle-Hagan of the Bulldogs under pressure. Picture: Mark Stewart

Dogs make early-season Jamarra concession

The Western Bulldogs are ‘really hopeful’ star forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan will have an impact this year – but, as interim footy boss Sam Power explains, that isn’t the club’s focus right now.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Mykelti Lefau of the Tigers celebrates a goal during the round 11 AFL match between Richmond Tigers and Essendon Bombers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on May 25, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Next steps for Richmond’s ‘ACL quintet’ revealed

Richmond were decimated by injury in 2024, particularly knee complaints. Now, Richmond’s “ACL quintet” are taking the next step in their road back to the top level.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - JULY 20: Jamarra Ugle-Hagan of the Bulldogs celebrates kicking a goal during the round 19 AFL match between Geelong Cats and Western Bulldogs at GMHBA Stadium, on July 20, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Questions over Jamarra open door for Bulldogs round 1 bolter

With doubts over Jamarra Ugle-Hagan’s early 2025 season status growing, a mature-age Bulldogs recruit has put himself into the mix for a stunning debut against the Kangaroos.

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Bailey Smith gives Mitch Knevitt a hug at Geelong Cats training. Picture: Alison Wynd

Track watch: Fringe Cat ‘looking fantastic’, surprise midfield move

A Cats star looks set to take another step in 2025. Plus, an update on Bailey Smith’s progress, the breakout contenders who can replicate Ollie Dempsey and a hint on Sam De Koning’s role.

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Taylor Walker of the Crows passes watched by Josh Worrell of the Crows during an open training session at Norwood Oval on the Parade ,Norwood.Friday,January,17,2025.Picture Mark Brake

Crows fitness guru reveals Tex’s eye-catching data, recruit’s secret

In an exclusive interview, Adelaide’s high performance boss Darren Burgess lifts the lid on how a number of key Crows are really shaping up – from Taylor Walker to Sid Draper.

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Richmond Training. Sam Lalor. Picture: Jake Nowakowski

Desperation for Ex-Hawk to stand up as Tiger cubs stake Rd 1 claim

An ex-Hawk continues to train in defence as the Tigers look to cover two key pillars of the back six. Plus a number of draftees are in the frame for game time next month in the lead up to round 1.

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Callum Mills during the Sydney Swans match sim training session on January 24, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Track watch: No love lost as spot fires emerge again in Sydney

The Warner brothers didn’t square up for round 2 this time, but yet again Sydney players had to be separated from one another as pre-season heats up. Plus more on a re-signed Swan.

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Jordan De Goey at Collingwood football training. Friday, January 10, 2025. Picture: David Crosling

Pies track watch: De Goey latest, Daicos brushes off foot concerns

Jordan De Goey sent a shudder through Collingwood’s camp after limping off the track with a calf complaint and there’s relief not only for him, but another superstar Magpie.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - JULY 27: Matt Rowell of the Suns looks dejected during the round 20 AFL match between Gold Coast Suns and Brisbane Lions at People First Stadium, on July 27, 2024, in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

‘Everyone gets cut up’: Cats star’s message to critics after Rowell link

Gold Coast bull Matt Rowell has been linked to Geelong, and Gryan Miers has a message for those criticising the Cats’ approach.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Jacob Weitering of the Blues looks on during the round 11 AFL match between Carlton Blues and Gold Coast Suns at Marvel Stadium, on May 25, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

McGuane: Blues defence exposed in 1-18 backline rankings

The backline has to be in order to contend for a premiership. Aside from Jacob Weitering, what else do the Blues have, asks Mick McGuane. See where your club ranks down back.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 12: Christian Petracca and Jack Viney of the Demons celebrate winning the round 13 AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Collingwood Magpies at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on June 12, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Dees star reveals ‘robust discussions’ after turmoil of 2024

Melbourne star Jack Viney says the problems faced by the club in 2024 should be a thing of the past after a pre-season that prioritised player connection and team bonding.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 16: Matt Rowell of the Suns looks on during the round one AFL match between Gold Coast Suns and Adelaide Crows at People First Stadium, on March 16, 2024, in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Suns’ tipping point: What needs to happen to keep Rowell from Cats

Geelong is yet again in pursuit of a star rival midfielder, this time it being Matt Rowell. But is it actually possible? Callum Dick examines the possibility of Rowell in the blue and white hoops.

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LAUNCESTON, AUSTRALIA - MAY 11: Ross Lyon, Senior Coach of the Saints looks dejected after a loss during the 2024 AFL Round 09 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the St Kilda Saints at UTAS Stadium on May 11, 2024 in Launceston, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Injury carnage means Saints fans will have to be patient yet again

Saints fans would be pulling out their hair after Mattaes Phillipou’s injury, that’s before they took a look at their fixture again. Josh Barnes writes, it could be another year of waiting.

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Stephen Coniglio during warm up ahead of the GWS Giants match sim session on January 27, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Coniglio on track for return as young Giants steal the show

Stephen Coniglio faced one of the “most difficult periods” of his career after injuring his shoulder last year, but is on track for round 1. Plus, see the latest from the GWS match simulation.

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