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During the trade period, John Longmire made a number of decisions that suggest the Swans are stepping up their quest for a flag - sooner rather than later.
Just finished reading the open letter from Cyril Rioli, Carl Peterson, Jermaine Miller-Lewis, and their families. It is heartbreaking to hear the pain they’ve endured due to the apparent systemic racism at the Hawthorn Football Club. It takes immense courage to come forward and share such personal experiences in a public forum. Some people will not like or enjoy the story.
Their stories remind us that footy isn’t just a game, it’s a microcosm of our society. It reflects our values, beliefs, and the way we treat each other. Racism has no place in our sport or in our society.
Let’s be clear – they never asked for money, all they asked for was acknowledgement and understanding. That’s not too much to ask. Their demand for justice and respect is something we should all support. They are not asking for special treatment, they are asking for fairness.
As a footy community, we have a collective responsibility to tackle racism. We must ensure that everyone involved in AFL, from the grassroots to the professional level, understands and respects the cultural diversity that makes our sport so special. That is where Gil failed – always too late.
Hoping that the Australian Human Rights Commission conciliation brings closure to these individuals and triggers much-needed changes in the AFL. As they said, they will be heard one way or another. Let’s make sure it’s in a supportive, compassionate, and inclusive footy community.
BREAKING: Families at centre of Hawks racism scandal reveal identities, slam 's--t show' investigation
yep, tough to see Port winning this one…
AFL News: Hardwick to quit Richmond job, Champion Data overturns Moore's incredible record, Dees brace for Oliver blow
Good teams do not lose two in a row, and home ground advantage.
Six Points: Bevo has a month to save himself, and the rule tweak needed to prevent another 'Sirengate'
Keep Beveridge there as long as you can. The adhoc coaching approach worked for a while.. worn off. The umps gave him 2016 not coaching. Several years at the bottom ahead if Beveridge stays.. better for the rest of us!
Despite Luke Beveridge's frantic decision-making, the Bulldogs are on a road to nowhere
The interesting thing about McRae – is just like Malthouse and the great coaches, he lets players play to their strengths. Encourages them to do so.. and is happy for mistakes and does not punish the error.. backes them in.
Almost exactly the opposite of Buckley.
It confirms my view, now Buckley is out of the way that Hine is the best recruiter in the business. You will have plenty of gold in the two’s..
Footy Fix: The Pies aren't just great - they're exactly what footy has needed for a decade
I saw two battling teams, that will both look like they will finish from 7-10th. Both played with heart though they lack the skills and class of the top sides. Richmond looked identical to last year.. do they miss Houli… one Houli and they jump to contender.. Carlton, also just that bit of polish.. both will be less rusty next outing..
Footy Fix: How an unsung Tigers hero's selfless act stole them a draw... and the Blues who stuffed up the key play
Hi, I am not suggesting the players will tank. But the club has made a decision – and given the team a foundation where they will finish last. Club strategy. Start watching team selection and where players are played if it gets close to season’s end. The season will unfold – Hawthorn will finish a glorious last and pick Harley. Harley would have been the No 1 pick in his year’s draft and he is a year plus younger… the recruiters think he is the best in years..
Every AFL team has a fatal flaw and here is what they are doing about it
Hi, I think everyone is missing the point on Hawthorn. The No 1 draft pick in 2023 – is a generational talent. The fella is a prospect that many recruiters believe will lead a team to premierships. In the industry most believe the Hawls have professionally tanked to pick up this kid. The strongest bet you should make this year is Hawks finishing dead set last and picking Harley Reid as No 1. He is better than Daicos, better than Ashcroft… and they are beauties…
Every AFL team has a fatal flaw and here is what they are doing about it
All valid points. However, Essendon will come unstuck. The question I would ask Essendon is what type of research do you do before you employed him? As it appears any search on google shows he is a goose. So the issue for me is what sort of background check did Essendon do on this guy. It appears none.
Straight after he was appointed a couple of people googled him – saw he had values from 300BC and flags were raised. Why didn’t Essendon do that search? Or even deeper…
Andrew Thorburn pursuing legal action amid 'wrongful termination' twist to Essendon CEO scandal
Great stats, new way for me to look at it… Can’t wait for North v Hawks this year. It will be bitter. Though the Hawks are meant to be full-on tanking this year to ensure the No 1 draft pick. Supposedly the No 1 is up there with Dusty.. they say he would have been the No 1 pick for the last 4-5 years..
AFL Top 100: The coaching merry go-round
Charlie, think you’re a bit off the mark there… the Buddy deal has been sensational for the Swans. The Tippet deal was a disaster…
The Suns' pursuit of Dan Hannebery might be their dumbest idea yet
Essendon is making itself a laughing stock. We are not doing anything. We are all standing on the sidelines watching abject stupidity at play.
Like the writer said bring back Hird, that gives us 1-2 easy wins each year for the next 5. Clearly the smart players from Essendon will want to leave. Of course any players with drug issues know which club now to go to. He was a terrible coach… ! before the drugs saga. It it like putting Carey in charge of a chemist.
Dear Essendon: Please, PLEASE, make James Hird your coach again. Sincerely, everyone
Living in Adelaide v Sydney. No comparison. You need to be stronger, tougher, and smarter to make it in Sydney. Eddie came up… sent back home with his tail between his legs. Simply not up to it.. confirmed by Collingwood results this season..
AFL News: Suns chairman's brutal parting shot at Rankine, Clarko's Kanga cull begins
Love your passion for the game. The coach’s votes will be interesting. Would not be surprised if Gawn gets 10. McDonald is not yet a star, but he has that rare ability for a big man to know where the goals are and can snap with intuition. Dee’s still ones to beat.
AFL Saturday Study: No May, no Melbourne? How magnificent Swans exposed the Dees... again
An Awesome Friday night game. Buddy is a freak.
AFL Friday Footy Fix: Swans and Tigers put on a classic despite the controversy - and why THAT non-50 was the right decision
swans seem to lose to the giants – so a fair call. who would you tip this weekend geelong v swans.. that game should be a belter both teams in form.
Cats, Blues and Swans stun in Round 1
Harry looks like he could kick 10 every outing. Charlie looked like he belongs in the twos 9 (or even three’s). Cerra was incredibly impressive
ANALYSIS: 'A small step and a giant leap!' New, dark navy Blues end ten-year Tigers hoodoo
buddy beautiful… if I was there I would be running onto the pitch… it is unlikely we will ever see the 1000 again.. still think round 2 or 3.
AFL NEWS: Fans face huge fines if they mob Buddy, COVID dramas at Pies as Daicos to debut
The easiest prediction to win is McGowan to do a backflip on something to do with Covid. Might even ban the Gold coast from landing.. the only way the Eagles can win..
2022 AFL season: Grand final rematch and a return to Sydney headlines opening round
A good question, a role player is a player brought in for a specific task. It is not someone who plays a role… maybe that person is more interested in dance.
George Hewitt – former Swans role player, inside mid – job was to protect Callum Mills, Josh Kennedy and spare their bodies for periods. Also played as the tagger – when required. Not the world’s best inside mid but he is a classic role player. Hewitt has no doubt been brought to Carlton to protect Cripps body. Anything else is a win, give Cripps a rest at times, so Cripps can perform better long term. It is potentially a smart play by Carlton, and could extend career of Cripps. Kane Cornes – tagger, classic role player, could barely kick over a jam tin. He was bloody good at it. Every team has specific players – that is due to their success in a hard and often unrewarding task. The coaches love them… as they know they are over achieving in a way but do a task that is for the betterment of the whole team. Hawkins, Dangerfield are not role players, on occasions they do play roles.. but that is not their strength.
The four players who will make or break Geelong in 2022
Dear Alicia Keys, There are some things you cant do in New York. The song will have to be amended for Collingwood players, they are too literal.
UPDATE: Pies stand De Goey down following New York arrest
Because the alleged behaviour mimics the previous charge. If he was at Sydney, Geelong, Adelaide.. sacked already. Collingwood – well if they can stuff it up they will, even if they sack him they will torture the path there to make themselves look incompetent.. Richmond would hold onto him.. He is such a loose cannon.. surely they surround him with some sensible people.. he “was” incredibly good on the field after Bucks got the chop..
UPDATE: Pies stand De Goey down following New York arrest
Beveridge like Clarkson – are masters at coaching in finals. It is interesting Scott and Longmire are masters for the home and away season. Lessons to be learned from their finals coaching.
'Only one team wanted it enough and it showed': Talking points from the Doggies demolition job
I have always said of both Chris Scott and Longmire. They flags won their flags with their predecessor’s game plan. Hence I have never rated them at the coaches as everyone else does. When Longmire won his flag he brought in Tippet and killed off the culture – did not reward the team. That said his best year of coaching was this year. Scott changed game plans and has never looked like his team can sustain the heat in finals over 3-4 matches… Clarkson prepares his team for war… in finals… Scott and Longmire treat it as just another game…
'How long can this go on?': Talking points from yet another Geelong finals failure
Despite not being a Carlton supporter, I’ve been observing their recent performance with perplexity. As early as the 15-minute mark in their last few games, they seem to lack the mental fortitude required to secure a win, a sentiment echoed in tonight’s match. It’s baffling, considering they possess the talent on paper that could potentially clinch premierships.
It doesn’t feel like a simple coaching problem. Rather, it seems to be a systemic issue that’s impacting their performance. They step onto the AFL field, up against teams that are seemingly ready to buckle, yet they fail to exhibit the necessary instincts to capitalise on the situation. It’s a matter that warrants further investigation …
Footy Fix: The Blues are rubbish, but the Dees were just as bad - and four images perfectly sum up why