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Dockers spring selection surprise for Hawks AFL final

Dockers spring selection surprise for Hawks AFL final

While most changes were expected, a Fremantle defender will play only his fourth game in two seasons when the Dockers meet Hawthorn in their qualifying final.

'An honour': Hawks defender on Freo's forward weapons

'An honour': Hawks defender on Freo's forward weapons

'An honour': Hawks defender on Freo's forward weapons

'An honour': Hawks defender on Freo's forward weapons

Hawthorn defender Tom Barrass has opened up on the "honour" of taking on Fremantle's famed tall forwards Josh Treacy, Patrick Voss and Jye Amiss.

'Batten down hatches': Dogs prepared for fired-up Crows

'Batten down hatches': Dogs prepared for fired-up Crows

'Batten down hatches': Dogs prepared for fired-up Crows

'Batten down hatches': Dogs prepared for fired-up Crows

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has urged his players to pay no attention to the noise surrounding under-fire Adelaide mentor Matthew Nicks.

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Police talk to four Sydney men in AFL sex assault probe

Police talk to four Sydney men in AFL sex assault probe

Four Sydney men have been interviewed by police as part of an investigation into alleged sexual assaults during a post-match gathering in a hotel room.

'Things change': Crows coach cagey on finals ultimatum

'Things change': Crows coach cagey on finals ultimatum

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he understands the narrative behind reports that he's set to be axed if the Crows lose their AFL elimination final.

Opening Round axed in AFL fixture shake-up

Opening Round axed in AFL fixture shake-up

The AFL has attributed a one-off MCG Ashes Test to their decision to scrap the much-criticised Opening Round experiment after three seasons.

'No clarity': Port keep options open in Butters deal

'No clarity': Port keep options open in Butters deal

Port Adelaide's football boss says the club has an open mind about compensation for Zak Butters as the star prepares to pick the team he wants to play for.

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How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

Geelong forward Shannon Neale has opened up on working his way through his pre-finals anxiety after losing the AFL grand final last year.

Amiss joins big boys club as Freo set sights on flag

Amiss joins big boys club as Freo set sights on flag

Amiss joins big boys club as Freo set sights on flag

Amiss joins big boys club as Freo set sights on flag

Jye Amiss has kicked a career-high 58 goals this season as part of Fremantle's feared three-pronged attack, and Hawthorn will have their hands full on Thursday.

Carlton forward pushes for return, defender in doubt

Carlton forward pushes for return, defender in doubt

Carlton forward pushes for return, defender in doubt

Carlton forward pushes for return, defender in doubt

Carlton forward Will Hayward is making his case to return from injury for the Blues' elimination final, but a veteran defender appears in doubt.

All-Australian mind coaches fuelling finals-bound Blue

All-Australian mind coaches fuelling finals-bound Blue

All-Australian mind coaches fuelling finals-bound Blue

All-Australian mind coaches fuelling finals-bound Blue

While he's far from searching for vindication after his trade from Gold Coast, Carlton star Ben Ainsworth says a key Suns link has helped him find finals form.

Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Playing in Perth holds no fears for Hawthorn, who will start underdogs in Thursday's qualifying final against Fremantle and their Wharfie Time.

Premiership dream looms big as Dockers brace for Hawks

Premiership dream looms big as Dockers brace for Hawks

Premiership dream looms big as Dockers brace for Hawks

Premiership dream looms big as Dockers brace for Hawks

Fremantle were a dominant force during the home-and-away season, but can they handle the weight of 32 years of pain as they gear up for a crack at the flag?

Lions ignore Swans' plight, expect their best

Lions ignore Swans' plight, expect their best

Lions ignore Swans' plight, expect their best

Lions ignore Swans' plight, expect their best

Harris Andrews and the Brisbane Lions insist there is no complacency, only more wariness, as the under-fire Swans prepare to host their AFL qualifying final.

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Finals return for Geelong star looking 'positive'

Geelong are seriously considering bringing back star Max Holmes from an ankle injury for the Cats' elimination final clash with red-hot Carlton.

'Don't know the facts': coach speaks on concussion fine

Geelong coach Chris Scott has faced the media for the first time since the Cats were penalised for the concussion contract saga involving Jake Kolodjashnij.

Swans claim AFLW an 'even comp' despite North dominance

Defending AFLW premiers North Melbourne are still undefeated, but Sydney coach Colin O'Riordan believes the ladder might not capture the whole picture.

Richmond poach fitness boss to rectify injury crisis

Richmond have wooed a rival AFL club's fitness boss as the Tigers attempt to get on top of a three-year injury crisis at the club.

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Mitchell lauds Pendlebury's seismic AFL move to Suns

Scott Pendlebury's switch to Gold Coast mirrors how Hawthorn great Sam Mitchell ended his playing career and transitioned into coaching at West Coast.

Hung out to dry: Dockers vow to protect key defenders

Jack Gunston ran amok with five first-half goals the last time he faced Fremantle, but the Dockers won't give him the same space in Thursday's qualifying final.

Star Hawk rises from 'helpless' to shot at finals glory

Star Hawthorn midfielder Will Day has opened up on his difficult run with injuries ahead of his first appearance in an AFL finals series.

Mid-season training centre move 'won't hurt' Devils

Tasmania are preparing to start their AFL and AFLW life without a new $115 million high performance training centre.

Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost

Experts hope a fresh development in the battle against motor neurone disease will become a national priority, as a state helps researchers develop better care.

Lions legend's query on Freo flag hopes

The Brisbane Lions are proven performers at the MCG but there are still doubts over minor premier Fremantle's ability to stand up on the game's biggest stage.

Cats midfield ready for Blues as star pushes for return

Geelong are ready for what Carlton's dynamic midfield will throw at them as their own star, Max Holmes, keeps pushing to return from injury.

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