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Big few months ahead as AFL work on GWS project
AFL administrators face a crucial few months as they work to a tight deadline on their ambitious Greater Western Sydney expansion project. The league want the Kevin Sheedy-coached “GWS” team to join the competition in 2012, a year after Gold Coast make their AFL debut, but first the 18th team needs a home stadium. The AFL Commission [...] »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: The Roar

Demetriou earned his $1.8 million, says AFL chairman
AFL chairman Mike Fitzpatrick says chief executive Andrew Demetriou deserves the $1.8 million he earned last year after delivering some major gains for the sport. Demetriou’s salary – including superannuation and performance bonuses – was made public as part of a report into the league’s key achievements over the past year, released on Wednesday. The other 10 [...] »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: The Roar

Is it a matter of time before Barry Hall snaps again?
Michael Tuck medallist Barry Hall couldn’t have started life at the Western Bulldogs any better, prompting many pundits to believe the Dogs have solved their ‘power forward’ problem and are now 2010 Premiership favourites. But some maintain it’s a matter of time before ‘Big Bad Barry’ has another brain-snap. The 33-year-old, who controversially ended his time [...] »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: The Roar

Geelong to take the title against all challengers
In part two of my series, I look at who will make the top eight and declare who I think will win the 2010 AFL Premiership. 1. Geelong Despite the loss of Harley and the drama of Stokes, Geelong remains formidable and still is the best side. Ablett, Bartel and Selwood will again dominate. While [...] »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: The Roar

Hawks' ruck woes deepen
Hawthorn's ruck stocks have taken another dive, with Wayde Skipper set to be sidelined for up to eight weeks after hamstring surgery. »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: ABC

Burton elected new AFLPA president
Adelaide forward Brett Burton has been named the new president of the AFL Players' Association (AFLPA). »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: ABC

LIVE: Essendon season preview
WILL Matthew Knights' cleanout pay off for the Bombers? Debate with Jackie Epstein from 11am Thursday. »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: Herald Sun

Hall form bite unexpected
BARRY Hall has admitted to being shocked by his form and the hysteria it has set off at his new club. »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: Herald Sun

Demetriou's life dandy
FOOTY'S biggest earner is not Chris Judd, Gary Ablett or even Nick Riewoldt - it's a man who hasn't pulled on the boots for 22 years. »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: Herald Sun

Show us that perfect bump
VIDEOTAPE of the Josh Kennedy shepherd that broke Colin Sylvia's jaw must be released by the AFL. »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: Herald Sun

Maxwell has drive for top spoils
EXCLUSIVE: COLLINGWOOD captain Nick Maxwell has declared his team better, more driven and on track for a premiership in 2010. »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: Herald Sun

Bombers grow up
ESSENDON coach Matthew Knights wants to rid his team of the "youth tag", declaring they are men ready to take on the competition's best. »
Added: 3 days ago, Source: Herald Sun