Hawthorn rout West Coast in wooden spoon battle Hawthorn have heaped more pain on fellow AFL strugglers West Coast with a 116-point thrashing in the bottom-of-the-table match. AAP · May 21, 2023
Saints beat GWS by 12 points as Max King kicks four, Magpies beat Blues by 28 points, Hawks smash Eagles by 116 GWS pushes St Kilda all the way, but the Saints get a vital four points to consolidate their spot in the eight, after the Magpies roll on with a win over rivals Carlton and the Hawks smash the Eagles in Launceston. ABC News · May 21, 2023
North boss says Hawks' handling of racism claims 'poor' North Melbourne president Dr Sonja Hood has criticised Hawthorn, saying their handling of racism claims established "a monumental set of battle lines". AAP · May 20, 2023
West Coast, Hawthorn brace for wooden spoon battle The bottom-of-the-table clash between West Coast and Hawthorn has been dubbed the 'Harley Reid Cup', with the loser in the box seat to collect the No.1 pick. AAP · May 19, 2023
How the Hawthorn racism inquiry became an interminable mess where everyone loses With the narrative focused on the impact on Clarkson and Fagan, the stories of First Nations families appear all but erased The Guardian - AU · May 19, 2023
Family at centre of Hawthorn racism investigation 'understand' Alastair Clarkson's pain, lawyer says The lawyer representing a family at the centre of the Hawthorn racism investigation says they have again been left feeling "traumatised" by the elongated investigation. ABC News · May 19, 2023
Eagles on flu alert ahead of AFL trip to Tasmania West Coast will take a squad of 27 to Launceston in case more players are struck down by the flu ahead of their clash with Hawthorn. AAP · May 19, 2023
Kangaroos boss would appoint Clarkson as coach again North Melbourne president Sonja Hood has taken aim at Hawthorn and says she would appoint Alastair Clarkson as Kangaroos coach again. AAP · May 18, 2023
Alastair Clarkson steps aside as North Melbourne AFL coach for health reasons Alastair Clarkson is stepping aside indefinitely as North Melbourne coach, citing mental wellbeing issues from an investigation into alleged racism at Hawthorn The Guardian - AU · May 18, 2023
Alastair Clarkson to take indefinite leave from North Melbourne to 'focus on physical and emotional wellbeing' North Melbourne announces Alastair Clarkson will take indefinite leave from his position as head coach to "focus on his physical and emotional wellbeing". ABC News · May 18, 2023
Clarkson steps aside as North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is stepping aside indefinitely as North Melbourne coach, citing mental wellbeing issues from an investigation into alleged racism at Hawthorn. The New Daily · May 18, 2023
AFL Round-Up: Carlton's revival crushed, Richmond's legends run it back, Sydney reach breaking point An emotional rollercoaster for Carlton, Richmond party like it's 2017 and Sydney reach their tipping point in a potentially defining round nine. We digest the week that was. ABC News · May 14, 2023
Court documents reveal coach accused of raping former Melbourne player Daniel Hayes was a long-time AFL employee who coached Sydney Swans academy teams Court documents reveal a coach accused of raping former Melbourne Demons player Daniel Hayes served as the AFL's regional manager for northern NSW, helping to establish the Sydney Swans' academy in Coffs Harbour. Warning: This story includes text messages including graphic sexual content. ABC News · May 12, 2023
Clarkson unloads on Hawthorn, panel over racism saga Alastair Clarkson has launched an extraordinary tirade against his former club, Hawthorn, describing their handling of the racism saga as "shameful". The New Daily · May 11, 2023
ABC News · May 10, 2023 Hawthorn racism investigation held up as parties disagree on access to documents Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson has again questioned the process behind the independent review into racism allegations at the club amid further delays in the investigation.
ABC News · May 7, 2023 AFL Round-Up: Melbourne and Port Adelaide thrive on fine margins, and who is to blame for the West Coast situation? Round eight proves the season will be defined by a series of thrillers, while West Coast's road back to relevance looks like being a long one. We digest the week that was.
The New Daily · May 7, 2023 Chris Fagan slams ’prejudicial’ reports in Hawthorn racism saga Brisbane coach Chris Fagan is pleading for an end to "damaging and prejudicial" reporting of Hawthorn's racism saga.
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2023 Indigenous AFL players stand tall against an endless stream of racism – it’s now time for them to strike The game’s sparkle and heart would be gone in an instant if First Nations footballers chose to sit down
ABC News · Apr 30, 2023 McEvoy trio not enough to help Colbinabbin over the line in special one-off AFL match The McEvoy name is synonymous with Colbinabbin. But a return by ex-Hawthorn premier player and captain Ben "Big Boy" McEvoy alongside his brothers wasn't enough to get a win in a special one-off AFL match.
ABC News · Apr 29, 2023 Charlie Curnow bags nine goals in Carlton's 108-point AFL win over West Coast as Melbourne thrashes Kangaroos by 90 points Charlie Curnow kicks a career-high nine goals as Carlton convincingly defeats West Coast in Perth, while Melbourne hammers the Kangaroos at the MCG. Earlier, GWS, the Brisbane Lions and Western Bulldogs all recorded wins.
ABC News · Apr 27, 2023 Hawthorn captain James Sicily 'couldn't imagine' living in Tasmania, but AFL icons warn a state team needs to grow at home Current and former AFL players and coaches have come to the defence of Tasmania as a destination for players, following comments from Hawthorn captain James Sicily that he "couldn't imagine" living there.
ABC News · Apr 27, 2023 The Brisbane Lions' key forwards have put their own spin on the AFL's traditional 'spearhead' role The hunt for a "spearhead" key forward is as old as footy itself but, with its unique forward line, the Brisbane Lions are revolutionising the role, write Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson.
The New Daily · Apr 25, 2023 Federal cash tipped for Hobart stadium, AFL team looms The federal government will reportedly announce funding for a new stadium in Hobart, paving the way for the AFL to grant Tasmania entry into the competition.
ABC News · Apr 23, 2023 AFL Round-Up: Fremantle's season in jeopardy, Geelong look like themselves at last, St Kilda's ceiling lifts again Concerns in the west for the flailing Dockers, a Cats awakening in Geelong and St Kilda remain a sensation — but the best is yet to come. We digest the week that was.
AAP · Apr 23, 2023 Adelaide snatch victory from Hawthorn in AFL nail-biter The Adelaide Crows have kicked two late goals to beat Hawthorn by three points at University of Tasmania Stadium in Launceston.