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Sicily escapes suspension at AFL tribunal for kicking

Hawthorn have succeeded at the AFL tribunal in having captain James Sicily's kicking charge downgraded from a one-game suspension to a fine.

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McGrath goes in to bat for Sicily after AFL suspension

Essendon star Andrew McGrath says he barely felt the kick that has left Hawthorn captain James Sicily facing a one-game ban.

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Hawk captain Sicily among AFL trio offered one-game ban

Hawthorn captain James Sicily is among three AFL players offered one-game bans for offences in round one.

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Ginni, the Wiz give Hawks a glimpse of the future

Small forwards Jack Ginnivan and Nick Watson are a big part of Hawthorn's future as coach Sam Mitchell plots the path to a finals return.

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Bombers beat Hawks, but Reid injured again in AFL clash

Essendon burned off Hawthorn in the last quarter at the MCG, but young defender Zach Reid could have another hamstring injury.

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Essendon to celebrate flags, rivalry with Hawthorn

A clash with Hawthorn offers the dream start to the season for Essendon, who will celebrate their 1984 grand final comeback before the first bounce at the MCG.

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Eagles' Reid named among AFL debutants in round one

Brownlow medallists Lachie Neale and Tom Mitchell have been sidelined, while a handful of top-10 draft picks will make their first AFL appearance in round one.

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No more 'sugar hits' for Bombers in bid for success

Essendon coach Brad Scott has tempered expectations with the club's long-suffering supporter base ahead of his second season in charge of the Bombers.

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'Urgency' at Essendon in bid to end AFL finals pain

There is a new drive at Tullamarine, as Essendon's players work to lift the former powerhouse out of mediocrity and into a new era of success.

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Bruhn set to take-off as Geelong midfield evolves

After getting better the longer 2023 went on, youngster Tanner Bruhn is set for more midfield time in his second season at Geelong.

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Injured Bombers gun Ridley out of AFL round one

Essendon gun defender Jordan Ridley will miss the Bombers' opening-round AFL clash with Hawthorn and probably more games because of a quad strain.

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AFL 2024 predicted ladder part one: Bulldogs could win the flag… or get the spoon

With young squads, new coaches, pre-season injuries or plain bad luck, these are the eight AFL teams we reckon will struggle most

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Max Holmes stars for Cats as Bombers lose Jordan Ridley

Essendon defender Jordan Ridley sustained a quadriceps injury in his side's 12-point AFL practice match defeat to a Max Holmes-inspired Geelong.

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Thomas won't be thrown to wolves, Simpkin vows

North Melbourne co-captain Jy Simpkin hopes Tarryn Thomas can fix his off-field life and play again in the AFL.

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Windhager hurt in slick Saints' AFL practice match win

St Kilda midfielder Marcus Windhager suffered a broken hand as recruits Darcy Wilson and Riley Bonner impressed in an emphatic pre-season win over Essendon.

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Bombers' Shiel insists he still has plenty to offer

Essendon speedster Dylan Shiel believes he still has plenty of high-quality AFL ahead of him as he eyes a return from foot surgery.

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Blanck, Jiath injured in Hawks' practice match

Hawthorn key defender James Blanck and playmaker Changkuoth Jiath sustained injuries during the AFL club's pre-season intra-club practice match.

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Bombers young gun Perkins in for long haul

Determined to play a key role in Essendon's bid to rise up the ladder, 21-year-old Archie Perkins insists he sees his long-term AFL future at the Bombers.

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Sick of losing, Merrett is determined to lift Bombers

Essendon captain Zach Merrett says the Bombers need to be more consistent to bridge the gap between themselves and the AFL's top teams.

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Draper set to make return to full training for Bombers

Essendon ruckman Sam Draper is due to make his long-awaited return to main training after groin surgery, though he is no guarantee to feature in round one.

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Essendon buoyed by Draper return as Goldstein shines

Essendon vice-captain Andrew McGrath says ageing recruit Todd Goldstein has had in instant impact as ruckman Sam Draper eyes a return to full training.

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Injections, horse dye and a grubber: four of Australia’s biggest sporting scandals

Among the glory and accolades sit some memorable moments that weren’t so great. Here are four that made the most waves

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Lamb leaves Bulldogs in mammoth 11-club AFLW trade

AFLW clubs have pulled off an 11-way swap on the last trading day, with Port Adelaide securing the signature of All-Australian midfielder Kirsty Lamb.

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Shiel sidelined over summer, Bombers recruits on mend

Essendon's Dylan Shiel faces an extended recovery timeline after post-season surgery but recruits Ben McKay and Xavier Duursma are expected back in action soon.

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Cats' AFL draft selection is Mannagh from heaven

At 26, Shaun Mannagh is finally on an AFL list after Geelong recruited him in Tuesday night's second round of the national draft.

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