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Geelong’s Jake Kolodjashnij outs himself as AFL player who signed concussion waiver

Defender ended issued a statement confirming he signed deal with club while Cats chief executive Steve Hocking did not rule out sanction from AFL

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Cat identifies himself as concussion waiver player

The Geelong player who signed a waiver where he would take all legal responsibility for future brain injuries has identified himself.

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Young Tiger set to end two-year drought for AFL return

Judson Clarke has had to wait two years to play an AFL match after a series of crushing ACL injuries, but is set to play for Richmond against Adelaide.

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Top-six hunting Cats coach kept out of concussion case

Geelong are dealing with the fallout from their secret deal with a now-named player with concussion history, but keeping their coach focused on facing Essendon.

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AFL’s tepid response to Geelong’s secret waiver neglects the true cost of concussion

The Cats’ deal with a player raised uncomfortable, existential questions. The answers are a price the game must pay to save footballers from themselves

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Dockers to embrace MCG visit as flag momentum builds

Fremantle are in the box seat to reach this year's grand final, and the club will use Saturday's visit to the MCG to help further bolster their flag prospects.

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Superstar to return as GWS gear up for Suns test

GWS coach Adam Kingsley has revealed that one of his stars is set to return for their crucial clash against Gold Coast in Canberra.

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Star Swans ruck to miss Port clash, debutant picked

Sydney and Port Adelaide have swung changes for their clash at the SCG, with both clubs picking a debutant ruckman.

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Bright future ahead as Duursma-Reid bromance grows

Willem Duursma was left in tears following last week's loss to Richmond, the moment signifying just how much the Eagles midfielder cares about the club.

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Carlton interim to make future call after Saints clash

Carlton interim coach Josh Fraser has been given additional time to decide whether he wants to pursue the full-time role.

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Lions back in form and clip Hawks' wings at Gabba

Brisbane have surged back into the AFL winners' circle with a thumping 67-point victory over a disappointing Hawthorn at the Gabba.

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Cats player named after AFL issues 'please explain'

The AFL has handed Geelong a please explain notice following revelations the Cats put a concussion waiver into a now-named player's contract.

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North pull off upset win to extend Bulldogs' pain

North Melbourne have beaten a top-eight opponent for the first time in the Alastair Clarkson era, upsetting the Western Bulldogs by 23 points at Marvel Stadium.

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Geelong forced to scrap secret deal with AFL player with history of concussion

Cats player with a history of head knocks allegedly signed a deal with the club to take legal responsibility for future concussions

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No regrets: Max King, Ross Lyon and a cinnamon scroll

Max King is being backed to follow in the footsteps of Charlie Curnow, Joe Daniher and Alastair Lynch by returning strongly from devastating setbacks.

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Demons brace for finals rehearsal against rampant Freo

Melbourne have already locked in a wildcard berth as a minimum, but Steven King's men have the chance to make a huge statement if they can beat Fremantle.

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Ex-AFL star Winmar pushes for no jail time over assault

Former AFL icon Nicky Winmar has already suffered punishment from the sporting world for assaulting a woman, a sentencing hearing has been told.

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'I wasn't aware': Lions coach blindsided by Neale tour

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says he's not losing any sleep over the Lions' dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale touring a rival club's headquarters.

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Rest fit players? We won't need to, say Dockers

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce is being managed for Saturday's clash with Melbourne, but the Dockers have no plans to mass rest players in the coming weeks.

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Bombers background 'irrelevant' to next coach: Solomon

Essendon's interim coach Dean Solomon believes having links to the club is irrelevant when considering who will be the next head coach.

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Geelong avoids sanction over player concussion deal

A Geelong AFL player with a history of head knocks signed a secret deal with the club to take legal responsibility for future concussions.

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Victoria’s anti-corruption report reveals more grubby ‘whatever it takes’ politics than bombshell revelations

There has been no finding of corrupt conduct but of a corrosive abuse of power, trashing of good governance and the abandonment of proper processes

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Dean Solomon makes huge call on Essendon coaching role

The race to become Essendon's senior coach is down to four after Dean Solomon pulled out of the running, saying it's in the best interests of the club.

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'Haven't hit our best': Crows coach ahead of finals

Coach Matthew Nicks says Adelaide haven't yet hit their best, which he's taking as a good sign ahead of another finals campaign.

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Brave warrior: Saints star Silvagni keen to face Blues

Just eight days after dislocating his shoulder, St Kilda defender Jack Silvagni is doing everything within his powers to face his former side Carlton.

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