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Key Bomber too down on confidence for AFL level

Essendon interim coach Dean Solomon says defender Ben McKay doesn't have the form or confidence to play at AFL level at the moment.

AAP · Aug 2

Crows cruise past Bombers to go fourth in AFL

Adelaide have returned to winning ways, beating last-placed Essendon by 72 points to climb to fourth on the AFL ladder.

AAP · Aug 2

'Couldn't miss out': Gun Bomber happy with injury call

Talented defender Archie Roberts chose to delay shoulder surgery to help Essendon's young guns see out the season and has absolutely no regrets.

AAP · Aug 1

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Young gun thriving as Hawks fly on and off the field

Connor Macdonald loves that Hawthorn have become a destination club and is shining in a new role that has helped the Hawks reach third on the ladder.

AAP · Jul 31

Bulldogs spearhead out of crunch Freo clash

The Western Bulldogs' attacking stocks have taken a hit ahead of facing Fremantle, while the Dockers have regained a star.

AAP · Jul 30

'Time has come': Essendon caretaker to meet hierarchy

Essendon interim coach Dean Solomon will soon formally meet with hierarchy, but remains tight-lipped on whether he'll bid for the fulltime head coaching role.

AAP · Jul 30

'Love to keep them': Crows coach on in-demand trio

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he'd love to keep three key defenders at the Crows amid interest from rival clubs.

AAP · Jul 30

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Double-headers dominate final AFL fixtures

An MCG double-header and AFLW games before the men dominate the AFL's fixture release for round 23 and 24.

AAP · Jul 29

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera takes down the Kangaroos – a year since he dismantled the Demons

Saints star lopes forward to change the game in win soured by Max King injury. And Jack Gunston outscores the Bombers

The Guardian - AU · Jul 26

Bombers sweat on scans as young gun avoids ACL tear

Essendon interim coach Dean Solomon says young gun Sullivan Robey has avoided a dreaded ACL tear but the Bombers are still awaiting scans.

AAP · Jul 25

Seven's heaven for Gunston in big Hawks win

Jack Gunston kicked his 600th AFL goal among a bag of seven to help Hawthorn canter to an 93-point win over Essendon and tighten their grip on a top-four spot.

AAP · Jul 25

Good to go: Caddy to face Hawks after heart scare

Emerging Essendon star Nate Caddy has been told his heart won't be put at risk by playing against Hawthorn on Saturday.

AAP · Jul 23

From the Pocket: Ken Hinkley can be the football father and coach Tasmania Devils need

The former Port Adelaide coach already sounds like a local and knows how to identify, nurture and retain young talent

The Guardian - AU · Jul 22

Star Essendon forward in the clear after heart scare

Essendon's Nate Caddy has been cleared to resume training and playing after being hospitalised with an elevated heart rate during Sunday's win against GWS.

AAP · Jul 20

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AAP · Jul 19

'Mental block' keeps haunting inconsistent Giants

A frustrated GWS coach Adam Kingsley will continue working on why the Giants are suffering a "mental block" in games they should be winning.

AAP · Jul 19

'Bloody good feeling': Essendon secure famous win

Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon was elated to "push back" on the football world who revelled in the Bombers' struggles, with an upset win over GWS.

AAP · Jul 19

Hinkley to be announced as Devils inaugural AFL coach

Ken Hinkley has beaten John Longmire and Nathan Buckley in the race to become Tasmania's inaugural coach, with his appointment to be confirmed on Monday.

AAP · Jul 18

No room for complacency as Giants face battling Bombers

Having been in the deep end with Essendon himself, GWS defender Jayden Laverde has warned of complacency against the last-placed Bombers.

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AAP · Jul 16

Essendon slapped with $20,000 fine for umpire contact

The AFL has handed down a fine to Essendon after the club's fifth incident this season of a player making careless contact with an umpire.

AAP · Jul 15

Hird's coaching comeback supported by former Bomber

After recently speaking to James Hird for the first time since he left Essendon, former Bomber Jake Melksham supports the push for him to return as coach.

AAP · Jul 15

Bombers have 'no idea' if Merrett will request trade

Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon has dismissed suggestions Zach Merrett has checked out of the Bombers as the club prepares for him to request another trade.

AAP · Jul 15

Hird momentum grows, Solomon 'consumed' by Bombers job

Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon expects a "tap on the shoulder" from club hierarchy, but is yet to put himself in the process for the full-time role.

AAP · Jul 14

Free Billy: Pie's charge downgraded at AFL tribunal

The AFL tribunal has downgraded Collingwood defender Billy Frampton's rough conduct suspension to a fine, freeing him to play against Carlton.

AAP · Jul 14

'Life or death' as Giants aim to gatecrash finals race

Finals have come early for GWS with fit-again midfielder Xavier O'Halloran describing their bid to secure a wildcard spot a matter of "life or death".

AAP · Jul 13

Pies defender off to tribunal, Bombers face penalty

Collingwood's Billy Frampton will front the AFL tribunal to contest a rough conduct suspension ahead of a huge clash with Carlton.

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