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Demons favourite Pickett lauded ahead of AFL milestone

Kysaiah Pickett will play his 100th game when Melbourne take on Essendon in a clash that will have ramifications for both sides' AFL finals hopes.

AAP · Jul 10, 2024

AFL coaching rivals join forces to praise Adam Simpson

Eagles coach Adam Simpson has endured a tough ride over the past two-and-a-half years, but he leaves the club as one of the most respected figures in the AFL.

AAP · Jul 10, 2024

From the Pocket: Patrick Cripps reaches milestone after having to scrap the whole way

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The Guardian - AU · Jul 10, 2024

Simpson turns down offer for Eagles coaching farewell

West Coast coach Adam Simpson won't coach in Sunday's clash with Brisbane, but will take part in a crowd acknowledgement before the game.

AAP · Jul 9, 2024

Cripps calls for AFL Brownlow eligibility change

Carlton captain Patrick Cripps, the 2022 Brownlow Medallist, wants the AFL to review the eligibility criteria for the game's most prestigious individual award.

AAP · Jul 9, 2024

My departure not a shock for the players: Simpson

West Coast coach Adam Simpson is looking forward to a break after spending the past 11 years in the hot seat.

AAP · Jul 9, 2024

Suns star Touk Miller sidelined with wrist injury

Gold Coast are counting the cost of their loss to St Kilda, with Touk Miller and Sam Day both sidelined for at least a month through injuries.

AAP · Jul 9, 2024

Brownlow contender Heeney fails to overturn ban

Sydney superstar Isaac Heeney is ineligible for the Brownlow Medal after failing to overturn his one-game ban at the AFL tribunal for striking.

AAP · Jul 9, 2024

Race driver's bankruptcy led to 'medley' of drug abuse

A former V8 Supercars racing driver started abusing multiple drugs after COVID-19 restrictions forced his business into bankruptcy, a judge has heard.

AAP · Jul 9, 2024

Swans skipper Mills to play against Roos in AFL return

Sydney captain Callum Mills will slot straight back into the senior side against North Melbourne to make his long-awaited AFL return following injury.

AAP · Jul 9, 2024