Live in the present
[ad_1] Clayton Oliver won’t feature in Melbourne’s last tune-up for Round 1 – and will instead likely to play in the VFL game earlier – as the Demons and Carlton announced their squads for Wednesday night’s AAMI Community Series game. In addition to Oliver, Harrison Petty, Lachie Hunter and recruit Shane McAdam are also absent … Read more
[ad_1] The 2024 home and away season is upon us. To commemorate the occasion, Fox Footy’s expert First Crack panel – comprising host Anthony Hudson and analysts David King and Leigh Montagna – convened for a two-part special previewing the upcoming campaign. The trio have run through their takes on 2024, including every club’s season … Read more
[ad_1] Victoria Police is now reportedly investigating recently-sacked North Melbourne star Tarryn Thomas over the AFL probe that ultimately ended his time at Arden St. It comes as Thomas’ former co-captain, Jy Simpkin, vowed to stay in touch with Thomas, with hopes the former top-10 draftee can reignite his AFL career “as long as he … Read more
[ad_1] The Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn get their first chance to test their prospects against real opposition when they collide in the first match simulation contest on Friday from Whitten Oval. In a year the Dogs will be looking to bounce back and play finals, they’ve split their list into two sides for their two … Read more
[ad_1] North Melbourne president Sonja Hood says Tarryn Thomas was “out of chances” in explaining the decision to part ways with the troubled midfielder in an emotional letter to members and supporters. It was confirmed Thomas had been axed by the Kangaroos and banned from playing in the 2024 AFL season as the league handed … Read more
[ad_1] Tarryn Thomas has been sacked by North Melbourne and is ineligible to play in the 2024 AFL season for inappropriate behaviour towards women. Both the AFL and Kangaroos confirmed in separate statements that, in addition to Thomas’ 18-match ban, he’s also been removed from North Melbourne’s list. The 23-year old will need to undertake … Read more
[ad_1] Perhaps a backs against the wall mentality is what Melbourne needs to rediscover its premiership-winning potential in 2024. All eyes will be on the Demons in the upcoming season after an eventful off-season, which followed a second consecutive straight sets finals exit – the first time under the current AFL finals system it has … Read more
[ad_1] Controversial North Melbourne footballer Tarryn Thomas will not be suspended yet but AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has flagged the penalty for his latest misdemeanours could be “potentially quite severe”. Dillon said the AFL had not discussed a ban for Thomas with the Kangaroos and a decision on his punishment would be left entirely … Read more
[ad_1] AFL Executive General Manager Laura Kane has remained coy on the possibility of North Melbourne receiving cap relief from the league amid the continuing investigation into Tarryn Thomas. Thomas is again under fire for allegations relating to improper behaviour towards women, with the AFL’s Integrity Unit presently investigating the latest complaint about the troubled … Read more
[ad_1] Star Geelong defender Tom Stewart has reassured of the Cats’ “hunger” ahead of a redemptive 2024 campaign, but he conceded he is aware of the worrying “narrative” clouding his club this pre-season. The experienced Cats, who missed last year’s finals series after claiming premiership silverware in 2022, enter the new campaign with varying expectations. … Read more