Teams
Just routine for Cats
The Geelong machine is running smoothly, as expected, but doubts are being cast on Adelaide's ability to play under pressure and whether a finals berth beckons for the Crows.
Top trio, mentors as anything
Robert Walls, John Northey and Leigh Matthews have played and coached 1823 games in the AFL over 89 years. They have been involved in 22 grand finals and won 14 flags.
Roos to Fevola: stay Blue
The Swans say they have not spoken to Brendan Fevola about a $3 million deal but Sydney coach Paul Roos says his advice to the Carlton star would be to re-sign with the Blues, and that's exactly what the Swans expect will happen.
Lousy, no-Goodes Swans meet match in Magpies
SWANS coach Paul Roos squared off at his forwards last night after they misfired badly in the team's 29-point loss to their nemesis, Collingwood.
Lucas and Fletcher sign for 2009
Essendon veterans Scott Lucas and Dustin Fletcher have signed new one-year contracts, which should ensure the long-kicking pair finish their careers with the Bombers.
Harvey feels the pain
Fremantle coach Mark Harvey believes his side's current pain could prove to be a long term gain.
Cat's goal is a flag of his own
For Tom Lonergan, it has been a long time coming. Friday night brought probably his best game in blue hoops and a return of four goals as Geelong swept away Adelaide at AAMI Stadium with a 68-point win.
Key Hawk sidelined after double surgery
Hawthorn star Brad Sewell could be forced to spend another round on the sidelines after he had his appendix removed this week.
Laidley promises a St Kilda-style comeuppance
North Melbourne coach Dean Laidley saw up close against St Kilda on Saturday night the infectious value of tough love.
Demons' McLean out for rest of campaign after ankle injury
In a savage blow for Melbourne, midfielder Brock McLean will miss the rest of the season after injuring his ankle in the club's rousing one-point victory on Sunday.
Port leaders to ponder what went wrong
Port Adelaide's coaches and on-field leaders will meet today to determine exactly what has gone wrong with the Power's 2008 campaign.
'Milestone' for injured Polak
Four days after being struck by a tram, Richmond footballer Graham Polak's condition remains satisfactory, according to staff at The Alfred hospital.
$205,000 payout for ex-Saints coach
In a decision that will cost St Kilda Football Club $205,000, a County Court judge ruled yesterday that former coach Grant Thomas was short-changed when he left the Saints in 2006.
Roos to Fevola: stay Blue
The Swans say they have not spoken to Brendan Fevola about a $3 million deal but Sydney coach Paul Roos says his advice to the Carlton star would be to re-sign with the Blues, and that's exactly what the Swans expect will happen.
The Eagle has landed, home
Back at Underbool, Kane Munro is beginning to hit top form.
Cornes keen to put sledge behind him
Port Adelaide's Kane Cornes wants to put the sledging incident involving Western Bulldog Will Minson behind him, saying he has accepted the ruckman's apology.