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Craig O'Donoghue

REVEALED!CommentsAFL fixture: Double win on the cards for Eagles, Dockers

Will the Eagles and Dockers both claim victory in round one for the first time since 2014? It could happen, thanks to the AFL’s new 2022 fixture.

Craig O’Donoghue

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Chaos comingCommentsPremium
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It’s time to accept COVID mayhem in sport

With Australia opening up, players and coaches will test positive for COVID-19 but don’t expect sport to stop. It will plough on amidst the mayhem.

Craig O'Donoghue

Law changePremiumWildcats lay down the Law in win over 36ers

Perth Wildcats import Vic Law made a massive first impression in the win over Adelaide as new coach Scott Morrison showed his team is going to be extremely tough to beat.

Craig O'Donoghue

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Chasing GoalsPremium
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Timing means Freo’s 2025 premiership push is no pipe dream

Fremantle outlined a bold Strategic Plan this week which set a target of an inaugural AFL premiership by 2025 but it will take a specific type of list build to achieve that goal

Craig O'Donoghue

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Draft WarningPremium
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Why the AFL fairytale doesn’t always work out

The descriptions of this year’s draft crop will have fans salivating but history suggests they will have a hard time living up to those expectations, especially after having disrupted junior careers.

Craig O'Donoghue

Horror tripPremiumWildcats coach’s whirlwind 60-hour trip to WA with two kids

Perth Wildcats coach Scott Morrison has finally arrived in WA from Canada and his trip with two young kids makes chasing a championship sound easy.

Craig O'Donoghue

Coach arrivesPremiumWildcats coach finally touches down in WA

It took a long time to get approval and a nightmare itinerary with young kids to travel across the world, but Perth Wlidcats coach Scott Morrison is now in WA.

Craig O'Donoghue

Taking stockPremiumThe winners and losers from the AFL’s Trade Period

As the dust settles on the trade period, now is the time to look at who did well and who has work to do.

Craig O'Donoghue

Rewards comePremiumWNBL timing perfect for Willetton’s Gandini

Emma Gandini put study and work ahead of her basketball dream for years but now she’s ready to test herself in the WNBL after signing for Perth Lynx

Craig O'Donoghue

Brains matterPremiumBrayshaw’s concussion battle: ‘I wouldn’t take risk for grand final’

Angus Brayshaw is an inspiration for anyone battling concussion, but has a clear message to people who are suffering as he prepares for the AFL grand final

Craig O'Donoghue

He’s here!PremiumWildcats import lands in Aus with good news

Vic Law has carried an ankle injury for months but the new Perth Wildcats import can see light at the end of the tunnel.

Craig O'Donoghue

Off-seasonPremiumWinged Eagle confident after shoulder surgery

West Coast star Dom Sheed needed surgery on his right shoulder at the end of the season and is now in recovery mode.

Craig O'Donoghue

Out of quarantinePremiumDemons soak up family love ahead of grand final

Melbourne are out of quarantine and soaking up emotional moments as they prepare for next week’s AFL grand final.

Craig O'Donoghue

Chasing flagsPremiership focus leads Guthrie to new contract

Cam Guthrie was at Geelong in 2011 but didn’t play in the premiership, and now he’s going to be a Cat for life as he chases his flag dream.

Craig O'Donoghue

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The deep dive on Lachie Neale’s trade value

Brisbane gave up plenty to recruit Lachie Neale, but what should they demand if he asks to head back to the Fremantle Dockers?

Craig O'Donoghue

High praiseCommentsWildcats unveil new mini-Martin signing

Kyle Zunic has signed to play for Perth Wildcats and fans will notice the same defensive focus that made them fall in love with Damian Martin.

Craig O'Donoghue

Special bondPremiumJervis, Hire’s Rockingham dream could become reality

Tom Jervis and Greg Hire won titles together at the Perth Wildcats. Reunited this season at Rockingham, they are now into a grand final.

Craig O'Donoghue

Game ShapersPremiumHawkins leads the Cats in win over GWS

Tom Hawkins, Isaac Smith and Cam Guthrie were among the key men who shaped the semi final against GWS

Craig O'Donoghue

Young talent timeVideoPremiumEagles pledge to find talent through the draft

After their worst season since 2014 and with an older list, the Eagles will be chasing young talent at the draft later in the year.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bold movePremiumIs Nic Nat trade the answer for West Coast?

West Coast need to bolster their squad with youngsters and every single player should be on the trade table, including their biggest name.

Craig O'Donoghue

Change neededCommentsPremiumWhy Eagle reputations will count for nothing in 2022

West Coast coach Adam Simpson backed his experienced players to perform in 2021 but after missing the finals, that faith can’t continue.

Craig O'Donoghue

Studs and dudsCommentsPremiumWho impressed and who didn’t in Fremantle’s loss to St Kilda

Andrew Brayshaw continued his strong season but Lloyd Meek was among the Dockers to battle.

Craig O'Donoghue

Finally fitPremiumNeale feeling back to his best at right time

Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale has had a rare season of injury interruptions but is feeling healthy again ahead of this week’s clash with West Coast.

Craig O'Donoghue

Player decisionPremiumShuey lifts lid on team meeting: We wanted Willie back ASAP

Willie Rioli is expected to play against Brisbane this weekend and West Coast captain Luke Shuey has revealed what happened in the meeting where teammates determined his fate.

Craig O'Donoghue