Voss calls on Carlton to banish Gather Round blues Carlton coach Michael Voss says he has learnt valuable lessons from the Blues' failure to handle the hype of the inaugural Gather Round game. AAP · Apr 5, 2024
New Blues leader Curnow puts AFL finals behind him Carlton's dual Coleman medallist Charlie Curnow is not dwelling on his disappointing first AFL finals series, vowing to return better in 2024. AAP · Feb 6, 2024
Cripps sees Silvagni role in Blues' AFL flag pursuit Third-generation Carlton player Jack Silvagni's position came under threat last season but captain Patrick Cripps believes his teammate has a key role to play. AAP · Dec 11, 2023
Lions future an 'easy' call for humble Neale Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale insists talk of his Fremantle return late in 2021 was only fleeting and that he and his family love Brisbane and "call it home". AAP · Sep 26, 2023
Daicos plots way around Dunkley AFL grand final tag Brisbane's Josh Dunkley has claimed some high-profile scalps this season and may have Collingwood star Nick Daicos in his sights during the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 24, 2023
Lions survive Blues blitz to book AFL grand final berth The Brisbane Lions have overcome an early Carlton onslaught to win their way into the AFL grand final with a 16-point victory at the Gabba. AAP · Sep 23, 2023
Dunkley gets hands dirty as Lions roar in prelim final Josh Dunkley has claimed a big scalp, limiting Carlton star Patrick Cripps' output for the second time this season to help Brisbane into the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 23, 2023
Cripps ready to get one back on Lions' Dunkley Carlton midfield coach Tim Clarke expects Patrick Cripps to respond to being beaten by Josh Dunkley when they resume hostilities in the AFL preliminary final. AAP · Sep 19, 2023
Wasteful Melbourne still learning the hard way as Carlton party like it’s 1999 The Demons will wonder how they lost after dominating in the air and on the ground, and then allowing the Blues in at the death The Guardian - AU · Sep 15, 2023
AFL semi-final: Carlton beat Melbourne in MCG thriller – as it happened Blues will face the Brisbane Lions in the AFL preliminary final next week after defeating the Demons in front of a sold-out MCG The Guardian - AU · Sep 15, 2023
Carlton explode out of blocks to run Swans ragged on night of perfect pandemonium The Blues’ 11.8 (74) to 9.14 (68) elimination final win at the MCG helped expunge memories of the past decade The Guardian - AU · Sep 8, 2023
Sense of sporting belonging sustains long-suffering and new Carlton fans alike The social connection that comes from AFL fandom can help demonstrate the value of sport beyond participation The Guardian - AU · Sep 4, 2023
Hot Cripps blazing a Blues streak for Carlton to play AFL finals football Only the ‘hairy hand of God’ can stop Carlton riding this winter wave of hot form all the way to finals The Guardian - AU · Aug 13, 2023
Blues lose Cripps and Cerra for West Coast clash Carlton are hopeful Patrick Cripps and Adam Cerra will return for next week's match against Collingwood after the pair were ruled out against West Coast. AAP · Jul 20, 2023
AAP · Jul 2, 2023 Jacob Weitering reported as Carlton smash Hawthorn Carlton's star fullback Jacob Weitering has been reported for striking Hawthorn ruckman Lloyd Meek during the Blues' 60-point thrashing of the Hawks at the MCG.
AAP · Jul 1, 2023 Hawks ready to crash and bash with Blues' mids Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell needs a lift from his midfielders as they face Carlton at the MCG on Sunday.
AAP · Jun 16, 2023 Carlton coach wants more support for captain Cripps Carlton coach Michael Voss says Brownlow medallist Patrick Cripps has had a rough month but can't be expected to revive the struggling Blues by himself.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 11, 2023 It may be time for Carlton to admit Michael Voss is not the man for the job Blues coach was a magnificent footballer but after an abysmal season-and-a-half the reality is he hasn’t made it work at the club
AAP · May 22, 2023 Carlton president moves to ease pressure on Voss Carlton president Luke Sayers has guaranteed coach Michael Voss will serve out his three-year contract which expires at the end of next season.
The Guardian - AU · May 14, 2023 Carlton and Cook stuck in a vicious cycle of hope, hype and hurt After another terrible loss, Carlton is a club in tatters with the coach, captain and CEO staring down the barrel of frustrated fans and angry ‘assassins’
ABC News · Apr 19, 2023 How the Adelaide Crows have used the kick-in to surge into AFL finals contention It's one of the simplest parts of footy — kicking the ball back in after a behind — but Adelaide's unique approach is one of the reasons the club has been one of 2023's biggest improvers, write Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson.
AAP · Apr 12, 2023 Crows captain hints at marquee match-up against Blues The opening game of the AFL's Gather Round could bring a marquee match-up between Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson and his Carlton counterpart Patrick Cripps.
AAP · Apr 1, 2023 Blues survive scare to see off brave Giants Carlton have overcome a spirited GWS, making the most of a controversial late decision to claim a 10-point victory at Giants Stadium.
ABC News · Mar 23, 2023 Judd McVee's WA family celebrates football star's MCG debut for Melbourne Demons With huge names due to return for the Melbourne Demons' round two clash with Brisbane, many predicted debutante Judd McVee would be lucky to hold his spot — but his family never doubted it.
The New Daily · Mar 23, 2023 Carlton holds off fast-finishing Cats to prevail in tight contest Carlton have resisted a Jeremy Cameron-inspired Geelong comeback to end a horror run in tight contests with an eight-point victory.