The Dockers have created an environment that is way too comfortable for its players, and it’s breeding the inconsistency that threatens to cost them a maiden premiership, writes Mitchell Woodcock.
Mitchell Woodcock
West Coast’s horror week became the stuff of nightmares as a merciless Jesse Hogan put on a goalkicking masterclass to lead Greater Western Sydney to a record 81-point win over the Eagles.
Former West Coast defender Sharrod Wellingham fears it could be ‘lambs to the slaughter’ for a depleted Eagles’ backline against a powerhouse Greater Western Sydney attack.
Brady Hough has declared West Coast’s extended stint over east is ‘not a holiday, it’s a business trip’ as the club hunts their first victory of the season on the road.
Samantha Rogers
Greater Western Sydney spearhead Jesse Hogan says the Giants will have a plan for Harley Reid, declaring he’s ‘not a player you take lightly’ ahead of their clash with the Eagles on Sunday.
Greater Western Sydney young gun Darcy Jones has declared he’s fitter, faster and stronger after a diligent pre-season that he hopes will set him up for success in 2025.
Collingwood premiership coach Craig McRae has been handed an official warning by the AFL over his sarcastic jibe directed at GWS tagger Toby Bedford.
Shayne Hope
From young guns making their mark on the league to superstar Sandgropers, The West takes a look at which West Aussies from non-WA clubs have stood out this week.
West Australian dominated Greater Western Sydney’s victory over Collingwood on Sunday and is already being lauded as the best defender in the league.
Jackson Barrett & Mitchell Woodcock
GWS ruckman Kieren Briggs was sent to hospital after hurting his neck, but he was able to watch his teammates beat Collingwood in their AFL season opener.
WA’s Darcy Jones had an exciting debut season for GWS and he’s done everything possible to be ready for more focus this season, including spending summer training on a dual All-Australian.
Craig O'Donoghue
GWS star Toby Bedford locked down some of the AFL’s best midfielders last season and a match up against Nick Daicos seems obvious on Sunday, but he’s not guaranteeing that’s going to happen yet.
GWS star Jesse Hogan will miss the start of the 2025 AFL season after a freak injury left the reigning Coleman medalist with a broken thumb.
Jake Santa Maria
Two of Australia’s cricketing superstars are taking their allegiance to a rival code to a whole new level.
News Corp Australia
Star GWS midfielder Stephen Coniglio is looking to move on from his injury woes, believing he will be ready to play in the Giants' AFL opening-round fixture.
Joanna Guelas
WA bolter Cody Angove has revealed he ‘cried for 10-15 minutes’ after his name was unexpectedly read out as a first-round pick on the opening night of the AFL draft.
Claremont’s Cody Angove emerged as the shock bolter on the AFL Draft’s opening night, with GWS grabbing the forward with pick No.24.
GWS are in turmoil after 13 players were punished for their part in an offensive post-season event but the AFL Players Association believes the incident shows the need for a new Code of Conduct.
In a move not seen since the Essendon supplements saga the AFL has banned several players for multiple matches as the fallout from GWS’ end-of-season party came to bear on Thursday afternoon.
Ella Roberts continues to add to her extraordinary reputation after leading West Coast to their fourth win of the season with a 24-point victory over Greater Western Sydney.
The Lions are adamant they still have plenty left in them after their emotional weekend win over the GWS Giants.
Marco Monteverde
Mitchell Woodcock takes on the big issues of the weekend, including what Sean Darcy can learn from his former protege Lloyd Meek and whether Ken Hinkley’s latest antics affect how West Coast view him.
Brisbane have kept their finals hopes alive after pulling off an unimaginable comeback against Greater Western Sydney. Here are the four key takeaways from a classic semifinal.
After a heart-pounding six-point loss to the Swans in the qualifying final, the Giants will be out for revenge as the Lions roll into Sydney after belting Carlton. Follow all the action with our live blog.
Aaron Kirby
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