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Craig O'DonoghueSports Journalist

Craig O'Donoghue is part of The West Australian's sports writing team. He joined The West Australian in 2000 and spent 2013-14 working in the Melbourne bureau. He now focuses on AFL and basketball.

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Ange Stannett leads the Dockers onto the field.

AFLCommentsWhat nerves taught Stannett during comeback from knee reco

Fremantle captain Ange Stannett made a brilliant return on Sunday from a knee reconstruction, overcoming nerves to kick two goals. But those nerves provided a timely lesson for the small forward.

Craig O'Donoghue

Fremantle star Hayden Young.

AFLCommentsWhy Dockers are no certainty to bring injured big names back

All eyes will be on Fremantle training this week to see if Hayden Young and Matt Johnson are available to face the Western Bulldogs, but can the Dockers risk adding more underdone players to their team?

Craig O'Donoghue

The Dockers celebrated Ange Stannett’s return.

AFLW‘Smother Theresa’ proves a Freo inspiration upon return

Fremantle coach Lisa Webb has paid tribute to returning captain Ange Stannett for her inspirational efforts in the club’s 22-point win over Port Adelaide on Sunday.

Craig O'Donoghue

Freo players celebrate their win.

AFLWCommentsWay to go! Returning stars shine as Freo start season strong

Fremantle have opened their AFLW season with a win over Port Adelaide in South Australia and it was two returning stars who would have fans extremely excited about what could happen this year.

Craig O'Donoghue

Fremantle midfielder Jaeger O’Meara.

AFLCommentsPressure got to Freo, says AFL great

Fremantle are under massive pressure to stay in the top eight following Friday’s loss to Brisbane, and one of the game’s best-ever forwards has raised some big questions about the team heading into this week.

Craig O'Donoghue

Former West Coast coach Adam Simpson.

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No thanks! Why coaches rejecting jobs is a red flag for AFL

There are only 18 head coaching positions in the AFL but plenty of talented candidates have no interest in taking on the job, and that should be a massive concern to everyone inside league HQ.

Craig O'Donoghue

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir.

AFLVideoCommentsDefiant Longmuir’s response to fears Freo will miss finals

Fremantle’s finals hopes will go on the line next week after a horror loss to Brisbane on Friday night but coach Justin Longmuir had a clear message to anyone thinking lightning is about to strike twice.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bailey Banfield and the Dockers had a dirty night.

AFLCommentsDiabolical Dockers disaster means dreams could be doomed

Fremantle fans arrived at Optus Stadium hoping for the best and also fearing the worst. They could never have imagined how badly the night would end up.

Craig O'Donoghue

Sally Boud will become only the second female to umpire 100 AFL games this weekend.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumMoment that tops Pav, Harley highlights for 100-game umpire

AFL goal umpire Sally Boud was one metre from Matthew Pavlich when he kicked his 700th goal and signalled the goal of the year from Harley Reid and Caleb Serong, but last weekend even trumped those moments.

Craig O'Donoghue

Interview with Fremantle Coach Justin Longmuir.

AFLCommentsPremiumCoach of the Year? Momentum building for Justin Longmuir

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir was under intense pressure several times this season but has turned the Dockers into a force, and now everyone has to start asking whether he should win Coach of the Year.

Craig O'Donoghue

Hayden Young is in contention to return on Friday night.

AFLCommentsFreo may get surprise injection of Young blood for big clash

Fremantle star Hayden Young has made a stunning recovery from a groin injury and could play against Brisbane on Friday night.

Craig O'Donoghue

Fremantle are urging fans to fill Optus Stadium for Nat Fyfe's potential last game in front of the purple army.

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Freo urge fans to sell out first stop on Fyfe farewell tour

Fremantle fans have the opportunity to do a lot more than just celebrate Nat Fyfe on Friday night against Brisbane and that’s why the club’s CEO has one clear message for the purple army.

Craig O'Donoghue