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afl June 11, 2022
The slow rise of the Fremantle Dockers
For the Fremantle Dockers, the slow road to success has been paved with good intentions, some ugly footy and flashes of wizardry. Finally, the club’s devoted fans have hit a gratifying purple patch.
afl May 14, 2022
The resurrection of Wayne Carey
First came the uncanny talent, then the veneration, then a series of outrages followed by a criminal conviction – then a resilient career in media.
afl April 2, 2022
Beveridge v Morris in the court of public opinion
The outburst by Luke Beveridge illustrates the problem when a coach’s duty of care to his players comes up against the media’s pursuit of information in the ‘public interest’.
afl December 11, 2021
Hannah Mouncey on finding herself
As a member of the Australian handball team, Hannah Mouncey felt at home on the court. But off it, she was in turmoil knowing she was about to ‘set fire’ to her life.
afl October 13, 2021
‘I wanted to offer something new’: Brandon Jack on becoming a writer
In becoming a writer, Brandon Jack studies Charles Bukowski and Patti Smith with the same dedication as he trains for the AFL – but struggles with the final ruthlessness of memoir.
afl October 9, 2021
Searching for purpose: Brandon Jack’s dwindling passion for AFL
After debuting for the Sydney Swans as a teenager, Brandon Jack’s AFL career fails to flourish and he soon becomes bitter and unmotivated. What he needs – and discovers – is a new passion.
afl October 2, 2021
All guts, no glory: Brandon Jack exposes the ugly side of football
While most sporting memoirs paint a glossy picture of on-field moments, former Sydney Swans player Brandon Jack is not afraid to unmask the ugly side of his fleeting success.
afl September 25, 2021
Despite a hectic, Covid-influenced season, the AFL grand final is back in its traditional September slot. As fans await the opening bounce, two stories sum up the essence of the game.
afl July 31, 2021
Tom Atkins’ unconventional AFL journey
For Geelong Cats player Tom Atkins, the path to AFL success has been paved with graft and grind. But his patience and hard work has paid off, earning him another two years at the Cattery.
afl April 24, 2021
Born in an Ethiopian refugee camp, Changkuoth Jiath was raised in rural Victoria and, after picking up the oval Sherrin, soon spotted by talent scouts. Now the 21-year-old is one of Hawthorn’s most exciting players and a firm crowd favourite.
afl April 17, 2021
AFL diversity consultant Rana Hussain
For Rana Hussain, being a young Muslim and an Aussie rules fan was a tough match. Instead of turning away from the game, she forged a career fighting for inclusion and diversity.