Vic Country & Metro summer squads revealed
THE 2026 Vic Country and Metro summer squads have been announced, with 51 of the state’s brightest prospects earning selection. Both sides contain five bottom-age (2009-born) players, while Victoria’s 11 National Academy members gain automatic entry, and nine club-tied players have been included. >> SCROLL to see the full squads Leading the 2026 eligible crop […]
Recruitment drive: Standalone Sandringham’s signing spree
THERE’S something in the water down at Sandringham. The bayside club will enter standalone status for the first time this century in 2026, having ended its AFL alignment to St Kilda. With close ties to community clubs and stakeholders, and nearly of 100 years of history, the Zebras have embarked on a monumental list build. […]
Recruitment drive: Subiaco seeks finals return
OFF-SEASONS can often be the catalyst for in-season success, and several state league clubs will hope that is the case in 2026. In a new series on Rookie Me Central, we highlight some of the most exciting recruitment drives from around the country. Next up is WAFL club Subiaco. Arguably the most successful West Australian […]
Recruitment drive: South’s surge of talent
OFF-SEASONS can often be the catalyst for in-season success, and several state league clubs will hope that is the case in 2026. In a new series on Rookie Me Central, we highlight some of the most exciting recruitment drives from around the country, starting with SANFL club South Adelaide. The Panthers have an exciting crop […]
NT Talent Time: Scott shines in Tigers triumph
NIGHTCLIFF kept its top three push rolling in Round 15, as young gun Adrian Scott impressed fresh off the bye. The 2006-born talent booted two goals from his 14 possessions (12 uncontested), injecting plenty of energy to the Tigers side which defeated Palmerston by 63 points on Saturday night. >> MPL Round 15: Match of […]
Stats Report | 2025/26 NTFL MPL: Round 15
DARWIN Buffaloes import Tom Simpson filled his boots in a remarkable all-round performance, despite his side’s loss to Tiwi in Round 15. The Victorian native led the league for clearances (nine) this weekend, while also amassing nine marks, eight inside 50s and a goal among his 35 disposals. >> ROUND WRAP: Green Machine makes good […]
NTFL MPL: Green Machine make good on milestone
ST MARY’S has boosted its top three chances with a crucial 39-point win over PINT on Friday night. The clash between second and third opened Round 15 of the Men’s Premier League, with the Saints ensuring skipper Dylan Landt would have a milestone game to remember in his 100th appearance. >> SCROLL for the results, […]
NTFL WPL: Tigers survive post-bye scare
NIGHTCLIFF has scraped past Palmerston in a tense NTFL Women’s Premier League fixture on Saturday evening, strengthening its hold on the minor premiership. The Tigers were pushed all the way in their 11-point victory against the sixth-placed Magpies, who remain a win outside the top five. Meanwhile, Nightcliff’s undefeated season rolls on. >> SCROLL for […]
PREVIEW | 2025/26 NTFL WPL: Round 15
ROUND 15 of the NTFL Women’s Premier League kicks off with a Friday night blockbuster, as PINT plays host to St Mary’s at TIO Stadium. Elsewhere, ladder-leader Nightcliff returns to action on Saturday, while Darwin can just about stamp its finals ticket with a win over Tiwi. We preview the weekend’s action. >> SCROLL for […]
PREVIEW | 2025/26 NTFL MPL: Round 15
THE RACE to finals rages on in the NTFL Men’s Premier League tonight, as PINT and St Mary’s kick off Round 15. The clash between second and third comes before the January long weekend bye, with both teams stacked at the selection table. We preview that match before taking a look around the grounds. >> […]
AFL Draft | The two clubs set to shape 2026/27
ESSENDON and Port Adelaide will be linked over the next two drafts in more ways than one. While not traditional rivals, they face a fight for draft picks and prospects with some of their respective club-tied talents shaping up as quite high-end in 2026 and 2027. >> EVERY CLUB: The top club-tied prospects for 2026 […]
NT Talent Time: Crocs unleash youngsters in Round 14
RISING Star nominee Sydney-Jack Baker was the standout among an emerging group of youngsters to make a mark for Southern Districts in Round 14. In his NTFL Men’s Premier League (MPL) debut, the 16-year-old booted a goal from his eight disposals as the Crocs beat Darwin by 37 points on Saturday. >> MPL Round 14: […]
