AFL Record Match Centre, Round 20, 2023

COLLINGWOOD VS CARLTON

Magpies v Blues 20 ROUND

HEAD to HEAD

Played 263: Collingwood 131, Carlton 128, draws 4.

Past five: Collingwood 4, Carlton 1. Most recent game: round 10, 2023, Collingwood d Carlton by 28 points at the MCG.

Highest attendance: 121,696, Grand Final, 1970, at the MCG.

COLLINGWOOD

Home record: 73-56-2

Away record: 58-72-2

Highest score: 24.16 (160), round 3, 2000, at the MCG.

Lowest score: 0.9 (9), round 6, 1900, at Princes Park.

Greatest winning margin: 108 points, round 18, 2002, at the MCG.

Longest winning sequence: 7, round 7, 1897, to round 16, 1899.

Most goals in a game: 11, Ron Todd, round 5, 1938, at Victoria Park.

CARLTON

Away record: 56-73-2

SNAPSHOT

FORM: Coll – WWWWW

Carl – WWWWW

KEY OUTS: Coll – Macrae (thumb); Carl – Boyd (suspended), Kennedy (knee), McKay (knee), Silvagni (knee), Walsh (hamstring), Williams (knee)

WAIT AND SEE: Carl – Cerra (hamstring), Cripps (cork), C. Durdin (shoulder), Martin (calf), Motlop (calf), Owies (calf)

MILESTONES: Nil

WATCH OUT FOR: There has been some talk that Charlie Curnow might win his second Coleman Medal under false pretences because he’s had two cracks at the hapless Eagles. But with some key Blues injured, he’s going to have to hit the scoreboard again, against the best defence in the AFL.

Talking points

u The busiest people at Carlton this week have been the fitness department. Adam Cerra, Patrick Cripps, Jack Martin and Jesse Motlop will be given until game time to prove their fitness.

u Big week for the Magpies with Mason Cox , Ash Johnson and Harvey Harrison all signing fresh two-year deals.

u The Blues have won their past five games by 50 points or more. Only two other teams have achieved this in League history. u Collingwood got the jump on Carlton early when they met in round 10 and cruised to a 28-point win. But the Blues had two more scoring shots.

u With just two players on the injury list, competition for spots at Collingwood is cut-throat from week to week. It has to be a contributing factor to an outstanding season.

ASHLEY BROWNE

Prediction: Collingwood by 15 points

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley

Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman

Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection

Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

Home record: 72-58-2

Highest score: 28.12 (180), round 18, 2000, at Princes Park.

Lowest score: 0.6 (6), round 5, 1898, at Victoria Park.

Greatest winning margin: 111 points, round 18, 2000, at Princes Park.

Longest winning sequence: 9, semi-final, 1905, to round 3, 1909.

Most goals in a game: 11, Harry Vallence, first semi-final, 1931, at the MCG; preliminary final, 1932, at the MCG.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

MISSING STAR: Carlton will sorely miss Sam Walsh’s explosiveness out of the contest tonight, which Jamie Elliott found out about first-hand in round 10.

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POCKET PROFILE 25 Jack Crisp

Nickname: Crippa

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Will Hoskin-Elliott

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: ‘Snack’ (Taylor) Adams

What time should the Grand Final start: 2.30pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 22 games

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Play video games

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: No

What sport do you suck at: Cricket

Favourite subject at school: PE

Former footballer you admire most: Brendan Fevola

Sporting event you cannot miss:

NBA Finals

Hobbies or interests outside football: Video games, golf, quality time with my kids

What advice would you give a first-year player: Soak in the environment

What’s something you admire about your club: Its culture

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Barbecue

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: AC/DC

Your go-to karaoke song: Under The Bridge by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Favourite podcast: The Lunchtime Catch Up

Three things on your bucket list: Watch the NBA Finals, travel to Europe, win a flag

Favourite holiday destination: Bali

Who should play your coach in a movie: Adam Sandler

PETER MAC CUP

Tonight’s clash between Collingwood and Carlton will mark 30 years since the first Peter Mac Cup.

The Peter Mac Cup is an annual fixture between the Magpies and Blues, where both teams come together to not only raise awareness for cancer but to also raise important funds for the Peter MacCallum Foundation.

The Peter Mac Cup is the longest running charity match in the AFL/ VFL having started in 1993.

Earlier this week, players from both teams visited the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre to tour the facility and to visit fans battling cancer.

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is home to Australia’s largest cancer research group, with more than 750 clinical and laboratory scientists dedicated to discovering new ways to prevent, treat, and ultimately cure all types of cancer.

More than one million Australians have been diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives.

One in four men and one in six women are expected to die from cancer by the age of 85.

Around 150,000 Australians are expected to receive a cancer diagnosis in the next year.

While the number of people diagnosed with cancer each year is rising, so too are survival rates – and that is thanks to research such as that done through the Peter MacCallum Foundation.

The Peter MacCallum Foundation provides hope by making new world-leading breakthroughs in cancer research that will help improve treatments and outcomes to people battling cancer.

To be a part of the change, please visit foundation.petermac.org/ peter-mac-cup

Or text PETER MAC to 0436 296 389

For easier access, use your camera and place it on the QR code below.

RAISING THE SPIRITS: Collingwood and Carlton players visited the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre this week; (top) Nick Daicos with a patient; (above, from left) Darcy Cameron, Daicos and Mason Cox with the Peter Mac Cup.

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

32.19 (211) v St Kilda, R17, 1980, Waverley Park

LOWEST SCORE

0.8 (8) v South Melbourne, R11, 1897, Victoria Park

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

178 points v St Kilda, R4, 1979, Victoria Park

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

20 games – SF replay, 1928 to R18, 1929

Coll), John Cahill (coach Coll), Gavin Brown, Des Tuddenham (also playing coach Ess, coach S Melb), Tony Shaw (also coach Coll), Dermott Brereton (also Haw, Syd), Nathan Buckley (also Bris, coach Coll), Ron Todd, Brad Hardie (also Bris, WB), Mick Malthouse (coach Coll, also St K, Rich, coach WB, WCE, Carl), Greg Phillips, Michael Taylor, Mark Williams (also Bris, coach PA)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1898: Archie Smith (31)

1903: Teddy Lockwood (33)

1905: Charlie H. Pannam (38)

1907-09: Dick Lee (45, 50, 55)

1914: Dick Lee (57)

1916-17: Dick Lee (46, 50)

1919: Dick Lee (47)

1926-30: Gordon Coventry (78, 88, 78, 118, 105)

1933: Gordon Coventry (108)

1938-39: Ron Todd (102, 98)

1946: Des Fothergill (63)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1958: Ian Brewer (67)

1972-1973: Peter McKenna (130, 84)

1986: Brian Taylor (100)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Tony Shaw (1990), Nathan Buckley (2002), Scott Pendlebury* (2010)

PREMIERSHIP COACH MEDALLISTS

George Angus (1910), Jock McHale (1917, 1919, 1927-30, 1935-36)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Phonse Kyne (1953, 1958), Leigh Matthews (1990), Mick Malthouse (2010)

JIM STYNES MEDALLIST

Dane Swan (2010)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLIST

Heath Shaw (2011)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Jaidyn Stephenson (2018), Nick Daicos* (2022)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Darren Millane (1990), Dane Swan (2010)

PREMIERSHIPS

1902, 1903, 1910, 1917, 1919, 1927, 1928, 1929, 1930, 1935, 1936, 1953, 1958, 1990, 2010

RUNNERS-UP

WOODEN SPOONS

1976, 1999

FINALS

188 games – 82 wins, 101 losses, 5 draws MOST

TOP

17 G ordon Coventry (v Fitzroy, R12, 1930, Victoria Park)

16 G ordon Coventry (v Hawthorn, R13, 1929, Victoria Park)

16 P eter McKenna (v South Melbourne, R19, 1969, Victoria Park)

15 G ordon Coventry (v Essendon, R11, 1933, Victoria Park)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Syd Coventry (1927), Albert Collier (1929), Harry Collier (1930 tied), Marcus Whelan (1939), Des Fothergill (1940 tied), Len Thompson (1972), Peter Moore (1979), Nathan Buckley (2003 tied), Dane Swan (2011)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Gordon Coventry, Leigh Matthews (coach Coll, also Haw, also coach Bris Lions), Jock McHale (also coach Coll)

INDUCTEES: Albert Collier (also Fitz), Bob Rose (also coach Coll, Foots), Bruce Andrew (admin), Charlie H. Pannam (also Rich, coach Rich), Dan Minogue (also Rich, Haw, coach Rich, Haw, Carl, St K, Fitz), Dick Lee, Harry Collier, Jack Regan, Jack Hamilton (admin), Phonse Kyne (also coach Coll), Syd Coventry (also coach Foots), Des Fothergill, Len Fitzgerald, Lou Richards, Len Thompson (also S Melb, Fitz), Tom Hafey (coach Coll, also Rich, coach Rich, Geel, Syd), Peter Daicos, Peter McKenna (also Carl), Wayne Richardson, Peter Moore (also Melb), Murray Weideman (also coach

1901, 1905, 1911, 1915, 1918, 1920, 1922, 1925, 1926, 1937, 1938, 1939, 1952, 1955, 1956, 1960, 1964, 1966, 1970, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1981, 2002, 2003, 2011, 2018

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1959, 1960, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1970, 2010, 2011

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL 23.15 (153) v Fitzroy, EF, 1984

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

1.5 (11) v Fitzroy, PF, 1898

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL 69 points v W Bulldogs, EF, 1974

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL 133 points v Essendon, PF, 1984

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

11 Ron Todd v Geelong, PF, 1938; Ron Todd v St Kilda, PF, 1939

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Six games (1935-37)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Seven games (1904-09)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

98 games – 48 wins, 50 losses Premierships 1979, 2011

SCOTT PENDLEBURY

u 2023 LADDER

COLLINGWOOD

FORWARDS

9Carlton18981116.1538

10Richmond1898199.8638

11Essendon1899098.4436

12Sydney18891111.8134

13Adelaide188100113.5332

14GoldCoast18810092.3332

15Fremantle18711088.1428

16Hawthorn1851 3078.5220

17NorthMelb18216066.598

18WestCoast1811 7048.864

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4

WesternBulldogsvRichmond(MRVL)(N)7.50pm

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

EssendonvWestCoastEagles(MRVL)1.45pm

AdelaideCrowsvGoldCoastSuns(AO)1.40pm

HawthornvCollingwood(MCG)(T)4.35pm

GeelongCatsvPortAdelaide(GMHBA)(N)7.25pm

GWSGiantsvSydneySwans(GS)(N)7.30pm

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

NorthMelbournevMelbourne(BA)1.10pm

StKildavCarlton(MRVL)3.20pm

FremantlevBrisbaneLions(OS)2.20pm

u LEADING GOALKICKERS

BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

HALF-BACKS

CENTRES

CENTRES

HALF-BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

BACKS

FORWARDS

CARLTON

Nil OUT: Hill

IN: Cripps, Martin, Owies, Pittonet, Cerra, Marchbank OUT: Cowan, Dow, Honey, E. Curnow, Walsh, Silvagni, Young

Boundary: Ian BURROWS, Matthew TOMKINS, Michael MARANTELLI, Damien CUSACK

Coach

Coach Michael Voss Captain Patrick Cripps

POCKET PROFILE 7 Matthew Kennedy

Nickname: Chugga

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day:

Nic ‘Noodles’ Newman

What time should the Grand Final start: 2pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 23 rounds

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Cards and chess

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: Yes

What sport do you suck at: Soccer

Favourite subject at school:

English

Former footballer you admire most: Gary Ablett jnr

Dream job after AFL footy: Farmer

Sporting event you cannot miss:

Australian Open

What advice would you give a first-year player: Just play the game

What’s something you admire about your club: The fans

Hobbies or interests outside football: Golf

Best advice your mum gave you:

Always be nice to people

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Chicken Crimpy

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up:

Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Coldplay

Your go-to karaoke song: Carlton theme song

Favourite podcast: Alpha Blokes Podcast

Three things on your bucket list: Skydiving, Super Bowl, UFC fights in Las Vegas

Last book you read: A children’s book read to me by mum

Favourite holiday destination: Las Vegas

Who should play your coach in a movie: Beetlejuice

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LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

JACK SILVAGNI 1

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

30.30 (210) v Hawthorn, R2, 1969, Ikon Park

LOWEST SCORE

0.6 (6) v Collingwood, R5, 1898, Victoria Park

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

140 points v St Kilda, R2, 1985, Moorabbin

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

18 games – R10, 1995 to R2, 1996

WORST LOSING SEQUENCE 14

– R6, 1901 to R2,

2007 to R3,

OVERALL

MOST

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Stephen Silvagni (full-back), John Nicholls (back pocket), Bruce Doull (half-back), Alex Jesaulenko (half-forward), Ron Barassi (ruck-rover), Greg Williams (interchange)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Syd Jackson (half-forward flank)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1906: Mick Grace (45)

1918: Ern Cowley (35)

1922: Horrie Clover (54)

1931: Harry Vallence (72)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1961: Tom Carroll (54)

2006: Brendan Fevola (84)

2009: Brendan Fevola (86)

2021: Harry McKay* (58)

2022: Charlie Curnow* (64)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Wayne Harmes (1979), Bruce Doull (1981), David Rhys-Jones (1987), Greg Williams (1995)

PREMIERSHIP COACH MEDALLISTS

Jack Worrall (1906-08), Norman Clark (1914-15), Brighton Diggins (1938), Percy Bentley (1945, 1947)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Ron Barassi (1968, 1970), John Nicholls (1972), Alex Jesaulenko (1979), David Parkin (1981-82, 1995), Robert Walls (1987)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLISTS

Craig Bradley (1997), Brendan Fevola (2005), Nick Stevens (2007)

JIM STYNES MEDALLISTS

Stephen Silvagni (1998), Kade Simpson (2008)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Sam Walsh* (2019)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Greg Williams (1994), Anthony Koutoufides (2000), Chris Judd (2011), Patrick Cripps* (2019)

WOODEN SPOONS

2002, 2005, 2006, 2015, 2018

FINALS

139 games – 65 wins, 72 losses, 2 draws

MOST FINALS Bruce Doull

MOST GOALS IN FINALS Stephen Kernahan

Harry Vallence

Jesaulenko

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

28.9 (177) v Richmond, GF, 1972

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

3.5 (23) v Collingwood, SF, 1903

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL

88 points v Collingwood, SF, 1931

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL 97 points v Brisbane, SF, 1996

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

11 Harry Vallence v Collingwood, SF, 1931; v Collingwood, PF, 1932

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Eight games (1906-09)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Five games (1916-19; 1921-28; 1949-59; 1973-76)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

126 games – 67 wins, 59 losses

Premierships 1983, 1997, 2005, 2007 CLUB MEMBERSHIP

RECORD AT CURRENT VENUES

TOP GOALKICKING PERFORMANCES

13 Horrie Clover (v St Kilda, R12, 1921, Junction Oval)

12 Greg Kennedy (v Hawthorn, R21, 1972, Princes Park)

12 Ross Ditchburn (v St Kilda, R6, 1982, Waverley Park)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Bert Deacon (1947), John James (1961), Gordon Collis (1964), Greg Williams (1994), Chris Judd (2010), Patrick Cripps* (2022)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Ron Barassi (also Melb, coach Melb, Carl, N Melb, Syd), John Nicholls (also coach Carl), Alex Jesaulenko (also coach Carl, also player/coach StK), Ian Stewart (coach Carl, also StK, also Rich, coach S Melb)

INDUCTEES: George Coulthard, Harry Vallence, Horrie Clover (also coach Carl), Rod McGregor, Bruce Doull, Geoff Southby, Stephen Kernahan, Stephen Silvagni, David Parkin (also Haw, coach Haw, Carl, Fitz), Craig Bradley, Robert Walls (also Fitz, coach Carl, Fitz, Bris, Rich), Ken Hands (also coach Carl), Peter Bedford (also S Melb), Peter McKenna (also Coll), Greg Williams (also Geel, Syd), Jack Worrall (coach Carl, also Fitz, coach Ess), Dan Minogue (coach Carl, also Coll, Rich, Haw, coach Rich, Haw, StK, Fitz), Sir Kenneth Luke (admin), Ern Henfry, Anthony Koutoufides, Wayne Johnston, Ken Hunter, Mick Malthouse (coach Carl, also StK, Rich, coach WB, WCE, Coll), Chris Judd (also WCE), Mike Fitzpatrick

PREMIERSHIPS

1906, 1907, 1908, 1914, 1915, 1938, 1945, 1947, 1968, 1970, 1972, 1979, 1981, 1982, 1987, 1995

RUNNERS-UP

1904, 1909, 1910, 1916, 1921, 1932, 1949, 1962, 1969, 1973, 1986, 1993, 1999

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1969, 1979, 1985, 1987, 1995

CRAIG BRADLEY

HOW YOUR TEAM RATES IN 2023

KICKING EFFICIENCY SHOT-AT-GOAL ACCURACY

MASON COX

u Cox has had 16 shots at goal at the MCG this season – ranked equal-sixth at the club. He has posted a shot-at-goal accuracy of 62.5 per cent which is the second-highest of the top-10 at the club.

SCORES PER INSIDE 50

CENTRE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

STOPPAGE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

PATRICK CRIPPS

u Since round 10, Cripps has had a team-high 39 around-the-ground stoppage first possessions – ranked No. 1 at the club and 16 more than Sam Walsh. Cripps also leads the side for stoppage clearances with 30.

PRESSURE

FACTOR DIFFERENTIAL

A team’s pressure points* per 100 opportunities to apply pressure.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area. The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce

DIFFERENTIAL EXPLAINED

A statistical value is expressed relative to opposition teams. This is calculated as ‘For’ minus ‘Against’ within a game. For example, if Carlton has 15 centre

SCORE FROM OPPOSITION TURNOVERS SCORE CONCEDED FROM TURNOVERS

Points scored from chains after winning the ball off the opposition.

Points conceded to the opposition from chains after turnovers.

clearances to Essendon’s 12, Carlton’s centre clearances differential for the game is 15-12 = +3, while Essendon’s is 12-15 = -3.

DEFENSIVE-50 REBOUND TO INSIDE 50

Percentage of defensive-50 rebounds that led to a forward-50 entry within the same chain of possessions.

TACKLES IN FORWARD 50

UNCONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

Possessions gained while under no physical pressure, either from a teammate’s disposal or an opposition’s clanger kick.

u Crisp has turned the ball over 31 times in the attacking midfield this season – ranked second at the club. However, the side has conceded a score from just 6.5 per cent of his turnovers – the lowest percentage of the top-10 turnover players.

SAM DOCHERTY

u Docherty is the clear leader at the Blues for uncontested possessions a game at the MCG this season with 21.4. He has won at least 18 in all seven games with a high of 27 against Gold Coast in round 14.

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

JACK CRISP

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.

GEELONG CATS VS FREMANTLE

Cats v Dockers 20 ROUND

DOCKER GROUNDED: Nat Fyfe was crucial to Fremantle’s win over Geelong in round 10, but he has gone in for season-ending surgery.

HEAD to HEAD

Played 43: Geelong 28, Fremantle 15.

Past five: Geelong 2, Fremantle 3.

Most recent game: round 10, 2023, Geelong lost to Fremantle by 29 points at Optus Stadium.

Highest attendance: 45,056, second semi-final, 2010, at the MCG.

GEELONG

Home record: 16-5

Away record: 12-10

Highest score: 24.14 (158), round 22, 2018, at GMHBA Stadium.

Lowest score: 6.12 (48), round 8, 2020, at Optus Stadium.

Greatest winning margin: 133 points, round 22, 2018, at GMHBA Stadium.

Longest winning sequence: 7, round 12, 2006, to round 22, 2009.

Most goals in a game: 6, Ronnie Burns, round 6, 1997, at GMHBA Stadium; Gary Ablett jnr, round 12, 2006, at Subiaco Oval; Tom Hawkins, round 22, 2018, at GMHBA Stadium.

SNAPSHOT

FORM: Geel – WDWWL Frem – WLLLL

KEY OUTS: Geel – Ceglar (adductor), Clark (foot), C. Guthrie (toe); Frem – Brodie (ankle), Cox (ankle), Darcy (ankle), Fyfe (foot/finger), Worner (calf)

WAIT AND SEE: Geel – Bews (knee), Rohan (ankle); Frem – Aish (quad), Banfield (knee laceration), O’Driscoll (calf), Walker (knee)

MILESTONES: Frem – Ethan Hughes (100 games)

WATCH OUT FOR: More of a performance than a contest for the home fans this afternoon. The Dockers are already in 2024 mode and the main wish for the Cats will be a clean bill of health as they take a step towards cementing yet another finals berth.

Talking points

u The Cats continue to get the band back together in the lead-in to September with Jed Bews and Gary Rohan rated as likely to return. Next up, Cameron Guthrie

u The Dockers already have an eye to next season, with Sean Darcy and Nat Fyfe ruled out for the remainder of 2023, but skipper Alex Pearce will soldier on for the last five weeks.

u Cats coach Chris Scott will become the club’s longest-serving coach today, with his 305th game taking him past Reg Hickey

u Wildly contrasting fortunes for the Dockers down here in their past two visits. A 133-point loss in 2021, a three-point win last year.

u Geelong’s backline could not be faulted last week, keeping Brisbane to just 9.10, its lowest score for the season at the Gabba.

ASHLEY BROWNE

Prediction: Geelong by 42 points

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley

Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman

Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection

Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

FREMANTLE

Away record: 5-16

Home record: 10-12

Highest score: 18.17 (125), round 3, 2010, at Subiaco Oval.

Lowest score: 2.4 (16), round 8, 2020, at Optus Stadium.

Greatest winning margin: 45 points, round 20, 2002, at Subiaco Oval.

Longest winning sequence: 3, round 20, 2002, to round 5, 2004. Most goals in a game: 6, Tony Modra, round 7, 1999, at Subiaco Oval; Matthew Pavlich, second elimination final, 2012, at the MCG.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

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POCKET PROFILE 39 Zach Guthrie

Nickname: Z

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Sam Simpson

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Jack Henry

What time should the Grand Final start: 2.30pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 22 games

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Relaxing

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: No

What sport do you suck at: Soccer

Former footballer you admire most: Joel Selwood

Dream job after AFL footy: Play on the PGA Tour Sporting event you cannot miss: Super Bowl

Hobbies or interests outside football: Golf

Favourite subject at school: PE

What’s something you admire about your club:

How professional it is

Best advice your mum gave you:

Respect other people

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Pick-up

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Kanye West

Your go-to karaoke song: Sicko Mode by Travis Scott

Favourite podcast: Hamish & Andy

Some things on your bucket list: Go to the Super Bowl, go to the Masters golf

Last book you read: Michael Jordan: The Life by Roland Lazenby

Favourite holiday destination: New York

Who should play your coach in a movie: Brandan Parfitt

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CLUB HISTORY

0.8 (8) v Fitzroy, R3, 1899, Corio Oval

186 points v Melbourne, R19, 2011, GMHBA Stadium

BEST

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Bernie Smith (back pocket), Graham Farmer (ruck), Gary Ablett snr (interchange), Greg Williams (interchange)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Graham Farmer (ruck and captain)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1897: Eddy James (22)

1899: Eddy James (31)

1900: Teddy Lockwood (24)

1910: Percy Martini (51)

1921: Cliff Rankin (61)

1925: Lloyd Hagger (70)

1932: George Moloney (109)

1948: Lindsay White (86)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1955: Noel Rayson (77)

1962: Doug Wade (62)

1967: Doug Wade (79)

1969: Doug Wade (122)

1976: Larry Donohue (99)

1993: Gary Ablett snr (124)

1994: Gary Ablett snr (113)

1995: Gary Ablett snr (118)

2020: Tom Hawkins* (42)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Gary Ablett snr (1989), Steve Johnson (2007), Paul Chapman (2009), Jimmy Bartel (2011), Isaac Smith* (2022)

PREMIERSHIP COACH MEDALLISTS

Cliff Rankin (1925), Charlie Clymo (1931), Reg Hickey (1937)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Reg Hickey (1951, 1952), Bob Davis (1963), Mark Thompson (2007, 2009), Chris Scott* (2011, 2022)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLIST

Joel Selwood (2009)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Joel Selwood (2007)

JIM STYNES MEDALLIST

James Kelly (2011), Harry Taylor (2015)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION MVP AWARD

Greg Williams (1985), Gary Ablett snr (1993), Gary Ablett jnr (2007, 2008, 2009), Patrick Dangerfield* (2016)

PREMIERSHIPS

1925, 1931, 1937, 1951, 1952, 1963, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2022

RUNNERS-UP

1897, 1930, 1953, 1967, 1989, 1992, 1994, 1995, 2008, 2020

McCLELLAND TROPHY

*

WOODEN SPOONS

1908, 1915, 1944, 1957, 1958

FINALS

132 games – 59 wins, 72 losses, 1 draw

MOST FINALS

14 G ary Ablett snr (v Essendon, R6, 1993, MCG)

14 G ary Ablett snr (v Sydney, R8, 1994, SCG)

14 G ary Ablett snr (v Richmond, R9, 1989, MCG)

13 Doug Wade (v South Melbourne, R17, 1967, Lake Oval)

13 Doug Wade (v North Melbourne, R20, 1971, GMHBA Stadium)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Edward ‘Carji’ Greeves (1924), Bernie Smith (1951), Alistair Lord (1962), Paul Couch (1989), Jimmy Bartel (2007), Gary Ablett jnr (2009), Patrick Dangerfield* (2016)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Graham Farmer, Malcolm Blight (coach Geel, also player/coach NM, coach Adel, coach StK)

INDUCTEES: Charles Brownlow, Bernie Smith, Edward Greeves, Jocka Todd, George Moloney, Henry Young, Peter Burns, Reg Hickey (also coach Geel), Tom Wills (admin), Bob Davis (also coach Geel), Doug Wade (also NM), Fred Flanagan, Bill Goggin (also coach Foots), Greg Williams (also Syd, Carl), John Newman, Ian Nankervis, Denis Marshall, Tom Fitzmaurice (also Ess, NM), Gary Ablett snr (also Haw), Henry Harrison (admin), Tom Hafey (coach Geel, also Rich, coach Rich, Coll, Syd), Garry Hocking, Brian Peake, Matthew Scarlett, Jimmy Bartel, Corey Enright

1952, 1954, 1962, 1963, 1980, 1981, 1992, 2007, 2008, 2019, 2022

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

26.16 (172) v Western Bulldogs, QF, 1992

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

3.6 (24) v Collingwood, SF, 1901

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL 119 points v Port Adelaide, GF, 2007

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL 118 points v Richmond, SF, 1969

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

11 G eorge Goninon, v Collingwood, SF, 1951

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Five games (2007-08)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Seven games (1901-25)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

108 games – 57 wins, 51 losses

Premierships 1961, 2006, 2009

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1984 (7709), 1985 (7718), 1986 (6985), 1987 (6981), 1988 (9667), 1989 (7760), 1990 (15,087), 1991 (11,356), 1992 (13,535), 1993 (15,500), 1994

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 4

WesternBulldogsvRichmond(MRVL)(N)7.50pm

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

EssendonvWestCoastEagles(MRVL)1.45pm

AdelaideCrowsvGoldCoastSuns(AO)1.40pm

HawthornvCollingwood(MCG)(T)4.35pm

GeelongCatsvPortAdelaide(GMHBA)(N)7.25pm

GWSGiantsvSydneySwans(GS)(N)7.30pm

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

NorthMelbournevMelbourne(BA)1.10pm StKildavCarlton(MRVL)3.20pm

FremantlevBrisbaneLions(OS)2.20pm

Boundary: Lachlan RAYNER, Damien MAIN, Joshua FURMAN, Christopher GORDON

Goal: Michael CRAIG, David RODAN

EM: Stephen WILLIAMS

u LEADING GOALKICKERS

HALF-FORWARDS

FORWARDS

POCKET PROFILE 3 Caleb Serong

Nickname: Sebba

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Matt Rowell

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Hayden Young

What time should the Grand Final start: In the afternoon

Ideal length of the home and away season: 23 games

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Netflix, hanging out with the boys

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: Yes

What sport do you suck at: Table tennis

Favourite subject at school: Maths

Former footballer you admire most: Gary Ablett jnr

Sporting event you cannot miss: Super Bowl

Hobbies or interests outside football: Cooking

What’s something you admire about your club: The connection across the whole club

Best advice your mum gave you:

Be nice to your brothers, they’ll be bigger than you one day

Espresso or cold brew: Cold brew

Favourite Shapes flavour:

Barbecue

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Dua Lipa

Your go to karaoke song:

Love Yourself by Justin Bieber

Favourite podcast: New Heights

Three things on your bucket list: Super Bowl, Italy, premiership

Last book you read:

The Commando: The Life And Death Of Cameron Baird

Favourite holiday destination: Europe

Who should play your coach in a movie: Vince Vaughn

SENBREAKFAST SETTINGTHE SPORTINGAGENDA

SENBREAKFAST

LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

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CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

28.12 (180) v Collingwood, R7, 2005, Subiaco Oval

LOWEST SCORE

1.7 (13) v Adelaide, R15, 2009, Football Park

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

113 points v GWS Giants, R20, 2013, Subiaco Oval

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

(2000), Rhys Palmer (2008) , Caleb Serong* (2020)

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL 14.18 (102) v Melbourne, SF, 2006

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL 7.4 (46) v Adelaide, QF, 2006

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL 30 points v Hawthorn, EF, 2010

OVERALL

Nine games – R14, 2006 to R22, 2006; R1, 2015 to R9, 2015

WORST LOSING SEQUENCE

games – R22, 2000 to R17, 2001

MOST GAMES

Fyfe* (2014, 2015), Andrew Brayshaw* (2022)

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL 69 points v Geelong, SF, 2010

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

6 Matthew Pavlich v Geelong, EF, 2012

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Two games (2013)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Three games (2013-14)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

51 games – 23 wins, 28 losses

THE FACTS

Fremantle played its first game against Richmond in round one, 1995, at the MCG. The Tigers won 12.18 (90) to Fremantle 12.13 (85). The Dockers’ team that day was:

B: Stephen O’Reilly, Jamie Merillo, Scott Chisholm

HB: Dale Kickett, David Muir, Todd Ridley

C: Jason Norrish, Tony Delaney, Ben Allan (captain)

HF: P eter Mann, Quenton Leach, Craig Burrows

F: C hris Groom, Gary Dhurrkay, Winston Abraham

R: Matthew Burton, Peter Bell, Scott Watters

IC: Brendan Krummel, Phil Gilbert, Scott Edwards

Coach: Gerard Neesham

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1995 (18,456), 1996 (19,622), 1997 (19,949), 1998 (22,186), 1999 (24,896), 2000 (24,925), 2001 (23,898), 2002 (23,775), 2003 (25,368),

RECORD AT CURRENT VENUES

* denotes current player or coach

TOP GOALKICKING PERFORMANCES

10 Tony Modra (v Melbourne, R10, 1999, MCG)

9 Paul Medhurst (v Brisbane Lions, R9, 2004, Subiaco Oval)

9 Matthew Pavlich (v Carlton, R16, 2005, MCG)

8 John Hutton (v Sydney, R6, 1995, WACA)

8 Matthew Pavlich (v Adelaide, R14, 2005, Football Park)

8 Matthew Pavlich (v North Melbourne, R12, 2008, Subiaco Oval)

8 Matthew Pavlich (v West Coast, R19, 2012, Subiaco Oval)

BROWNLOW MEDALLIST

Nat Fyfe* (2015, 2019)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

INDUCTEES: Peter Bell (also N Melb), Matthew Pavlich

HOW YOUR TEAM RATES IN 2023

KICKING EFFICIENCY SHOT-AT-GOAL ACCURACY

u Over the past two seasons, Stengle has had 45 shots at goal from 13 games at GMHBA Stadium – ranked third at the club. He has posted a shot-atgoal accuracy of 71.1 per cent which is the highest percentage of the top-10 for shots.

SCORES PER INSIDE 50

CENTRE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

STOPPAGE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

CALEB SERONG

u Serong has had 40 around-the-ground stoppage first possessions on the road this year– ranked No. 1 at the club. He also leads the Dockers for stoppages clearances with 33 – generating four more than Jaeger O’Meara.

PRESSURE

FACTOR DIFFERENTIAL

A team’s pressure points* per 100 opportunities to apply pressure.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area. The first kick or effective handball

TYSON STENGLE

DIFFERENTIAL EXPLAINED

A statistical value is expressed relative to opposition teams. This is calculated as ‘For’ minus ‘Against’ within a game. For example, if Carlton has 15 centre

SCORE FROM OPPOSITION TURNOVERS SCORE CONCEDED FROM TURNOVERS

Points scored from chains after winning the ball off the opposition.

Points conceded to the opposition from chains after turnovers.

clearances to Essendon’s 12, Carlton’s centre clearances differential for the game is 15-12 = +3, while Essendon’s is 12-15 = -3.

DEFENSIVE-50 REBOUND TO INSIDE 50

Percentage of defensive-50 rebounds that led to a forward-50 entry within the same chain of possessions.

TACKLES IN FORWARD 50

UNCONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

Possessions gained while under no physical pressure, either from a teammate’s disposal or an opposition’s clanger kick.

u Holmes has turned the ball over 31 times at GMHBA Stadium this season – the most at Geelong. The side has also conceded 38 points from his turnovers which is 18 more than any teammate.

ANDREW BRAYSHAW

u Brayshaw has had 122 handball receives from nine matches on the road this season – ranked No. 1 at the Dockers and 24 more than any teammate. He also leads the side for uncontested possessions – collecting 14 a game.

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

MAX HOLMES

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.

WESTERN BULLDOGS VS GWS GIANTS

Bulldogs v Giants 20 ROUND

CONTESTED

HEAD to HEAD

Played 17: Western Bulldogs 11, GWS Giants 6.

Past five: Western Bulldogs 5, GWS Giants 0.

Most recent game: round 8, 2023, Western Bulldogs d GWS by 15 points at Manuka Oval.

Highest attendance: 30,672, round 21, 2017, at Marvel Stadium.

WESTERN BULLDOGS

Home record: 2-2

Away record: 9-4

Highest score: 19.12 (126), round 22, 2019, at Giants Stadium.

Lowest score: 7.9 (51), round 1, 2018, at Manuka Oval.

Greatest winning margin: 61 points, round 22, 2019, at Giants Stadium.

Longest winning sequence: 5, round 3, 2020, to round 8, 2023.

Most goals in a game: 5, Aaron Naughton, round 14, 2022, at Giants Stadium; Cody Weightman, round 14, 2022, at Giants Stadium.

SNAPSHOT

FORM: WB – WWLLW GWS – WWWWW

KEY OUTS: WB – Crozier (hamstring), Darcy (quad), L. Jones (arm), McNeil (concussion), O’Brien (hamstring), R. Smith (foot); GWS – Green (hamstring), Hogan (quad), Kennedy (knee), O’Halloran (thumb), Peatling (concussion), Preuss (back)

WAIT AND SEE: WB – Johannisen (test), O’Donnell (concussion); GWS –Keeffe (hamstring)

MILESTONES: WB – Bailey Smith (100 games), Josh Bruce (50 club games)

WATCH OUT FOR: The Bulldogs have been resolute in their support for battling Bailey Smith amid health concerns and trade talk, and he repaid the faith with a fine performance last week. He plays his 100th game today.

Talking points

u The Bulldogs are going to have to be strategic when working the ball forward. Sam Taylor, Harry Himmelberg and Jack Buckley have become a near-impenetrable force for the Giants. Taylor’s average of 11.4 intercept possessions in the past five games leads the AFL.

u The Bulldogs have a 7-3 record at their second home ground and will be meeting the Giants there for the first time.

u The Giants’ six-game winning streak is the equal longest in club history.

u Tom and Tony Liberatore will move to equal 10th spot in AFL/VFL history for a father/son pairing with their 496th game, joining Geelong’s John and Matthew Scarlett

ASHLEY BROWNE

Prediction: Western Bulldogs by seven points

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman

Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection

Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

GWS GIANTS

Away record: 2-2

Home record: 4-9

Highest score: 20.13 (133), round 1, 2018, at Manuka Oval.

Lowest score: 4.9 (33), round 3, 2020, at Marvel Stadium.

Greatest winning margin: 82 points, round 1, 2018, at Manuka Oval.

Longest winning sequence: 3, round 6, 2017, to round 1, 2018.

Most goals in a game: 7, Toby Greene, round 14, 2022, at Giants Stadium.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

CLUNK: Tim English takes a strong contested mark during the Bulldogs’ win at Manuka Oval in round eight.

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POCKET PROFILE 2 Jamarra Ugle-Hagan

Nickname: Marra

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day:

Anthony Scott

What time should the Grand Final start: 3.20pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: Same as now

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Choccies, movie

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: Sometimes

What sport do you suck at: Table tennis

Favourite subject at school: PE

Footballer you admire most:

‘Buddy’ Franklin

Dream job after AFL footy:

Indigenous mentor

Sporting event you cannot miss:

AFL Grand Final Hobbies or interests outside football: PlayStation

What advice would you give a first-year player: It takes time

What’s something you admire about your club: The boys

Best advice your mum gave you:

Do your best

Espresso or cold brew: Cold brew

Favourite Shapes flavour:

Barbecue

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Post Malone

Your go-to karaoke song: Tequila by The Champs

Favourite podcast: Dyl & Friends with Dylan Buckley

Three things on your bucket list: Go skydiving, win a flag, win more flags

Message from the Minister

Welcome to Mars Stadium for another Western Bulldogs home game in Ballarat supported by the Victorian Government’s Regional Events Fund.

We first brought the Bulldogs to Ballarat in 2017 and since then, tens of thousands of fans have filled the seats and revelled in the excitement of seeing AFL games in regional Victoria. These games have helped to inspire local up-and-coming footballers and brought huge numbers of visitors to Ballarat, which has boosted business and supported local jobs.

We are proud to support two Western Bulldogs games in Ballarat this year as part of our blockbuster calendar of events right across the state.

Since 2016, the Regional Events Fund has supported more than 300 events bringing thousands of visitors to regional locations, growing local visitor economies, and showcasing the wide range of experiences on o er in regional Victoria.

While you are in Ballarat, I encourage you to explore the history, culinary excellence, and natural beauty of the region.

Best of luck to both teams out on the field today and I hope everyone enjoys the fantastic atmosphere of AFL in Ballarat.

HOMEOF SPORT, INYOUR HAND.

Steve Dimopoulos Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

33.15 (213) v St Kilda, R13, 1978, Whitten Oval

1.8 (14) v Geelong, R12, 1965, Whitten Oval

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

128 points v North Melbourne, R3, 2021, Marvel Stadium

OVERALL RECORD: 2046 games – 932 wins, 1092 losses, 22 draws

RECORD

15 Kelvin Templeton (v St Kilda, R13, 1978, Whitten Oval)

12 Simon Beasley (v Geelong, R16, 1982, Whitten Oval)

12 Simon Beasley (v Richmond, R18, 1985, Waverley Park)

12 Simon Beasley (v Melbourne, R15, 1985, Whitten Oval)

11 Simon Beasley (v Richmond, R1, 1984, Whitten Oval)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Allan Hopkins (1930, tied), Norman Ware (1941), Peter Box (1956), John Schultz (1960), Gary Dempsey (1975), Kelvin Templeton (1980), Brad Hardie (1985), Tony Liberatore (1990), Scott Wynd (1992), Adam Cooney (2008)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Ted Whitten (also coach Foots), Royce Hart (coach Foots, also Rich)

INDUCTEES: Allan Hopkins (also coach Foots), Norm Ware (also coach Foots), Arthur Olliver (also coach Foots), Syd Coventry (coach Foots, also Coll), Bill Goggin (coach Foots, also Geel, coach Geel), Bob Rose (coach Foots, also Coll, coach Coll), John Schultz, Bernie Quinlan (also Fitz, coach Fitz), Charlie Sutton (also coach Foots), Gary Dempsey (also N Melb), Barry Round (also S Melb/Syd), Doug Hawkins (also Fitz), Chris Grant, Scott West, Brad Johnson, Jason Akermanis (also Bris Lions), Barry Hall (also St K, Syd), Terry Wallace (also Haw, Rich, coach Rich), Brad Hardie (also Bris, Coll), Mick Malthouse (coach WB, also St K, Rich, coach WCE, Coll, Carl), Nicky Winmar (also St K)

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Ted Whitten (centre half-back)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Nicky Winmar (half-forward), Michael McLean (interchange)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLIST

1954: Jack Collins (73)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1957: Jack Collins (74)

1978: Kelvin Templeton (118)

1979: Kelvin Templeton (91)

1985: Simon Beasley (93)

NORM SMITH MEDALLIST

Jason Johannisen* (2016)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Charlie Sutton (1954), Luke Beveridge* (2016)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLIST

Barry Hall (2010)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Luke Darcy (2002), Marcus Bontempelli* (2021)

AFL COACHES ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD Marcus Bontempelli* (2019) PREMIERSHIPS

1954, 2016 RUNNERS-UP 1961, 2021

WOODEN SPOONS

1959, 1967, 1982, 2003 FINALS

56 games – 21 wins, 35 losses

A FINAL

8 Danny Del-Re, v Geelong, QF, 1992

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Four games (2016)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Six games (1938-51)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

115 games – 55 wins, 60 losses

Premierships 1963, 1964, 1967, 1970, 2010

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1984 (6491), 1985 (8030), 1986 (8433), 1987 (3452), 1988 (5351), 1989 (5168), 1990 (10,983), 1991 (9598), 1992

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WESTERN BULLDOGS

9Carlton18981116.1538

10Richmond1898199.8638

11Essendon1899098.4436

12Sydney18891111.8134

13Adelaide188100113.5332

14GoldCoast18810092.3332

15Fremantle18711088.1428

16Hawthorn1851 3078.5220

17NorthMelb18216066.598

18WestCoast1811 7048.864

HawthornvCollingwood(MCG)(T)4.35pm

GeelongCatsvPortAdelaide(GMHBA)(N)7.25pm

GWSGiantsvSydneySwans(GS)(N)7.30pm

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

NorthMelbournevMelbourne(BA)1.10pm

StKildavCarlton(MRVL)3.20pm

FremantlevBrisbaneLions(OS)2.20pm

Boundary: Kieran FERGUSON, Patrick CRAN, Matthew JENKINSON, Chris ESLER

Goals: Callum LEONARD, Steven PIPERNO EM: Matthew MACLURE

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GWS GIANTS

IN: Johannisen, Lobb OUT: Baker, West, Khamis

IN: Keeffe OUT: Haynes, Fahey

WESTERN BULLDOGS

GWS GIANTS

Coach Adam Kingsley Captain Toby

POCKET PROFILE 22 Josh Kelly

Nickname: Chook

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Christian Salem

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Brent Daniels

What time should the Grand Final start: 3.20pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: Play each team once

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Movies and coffee

What sport do you suck at: Cricket

Former footballer you admire most: Simon Black Dream job after AFL footy: Barista

Sporting event you cannot miss: Game 7 of NBA Finals Hobbies or interests outside football: Photography, barista-ing, golf, cafes, restaurants, beach

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Nacho Cheese and Chicken Crimpy

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Pick-up

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Coldplay

Your go-to karaoke song: Sorry by Justin Bieber

Favourite podcast: Dyl & Friends with Dylan Buckley

Last book you read: Dan Carter – Autobiography of an All Blacks Legend

Favourite holiday destination: New York

Who should play your coach in a movie: Mark Wahlberg

LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

24.16 (160) v Gold Coast Suns, R2, 2017, Giants Stadium

LOWEST SCORE

3.7 (25) v Richmond, Grand Final, 2019, MCG;

3.7 (25) v Sydney, R12, 2020, Optus Stadium

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

108 pts v Gold Coast, R12, 2018, Giants Stadium

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE Six games – R4, 2016 to R9, 2016

WORST LOSING SEQUENCE 21 games – R20, 2012 to R18, 2013

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

2019: Jeremy Cameron (67)

RUNNER-UP

2019

WOODEN SPOONS

2012, 2013

13 games, 7 wins, 6 losses MOST FINALS

CLUB FORMATION AND KEY DATES

March 13, 2008

The AFL wins the support of the 16 club presidents to establish an 18th team to be based at Blacktown Olympic Park in Sydney’s western suburbs.

October 20, 2009

The AFL Commission approves draft and player concessions for GWS in 2010 and 2011, for its entry to the AFL competition for the 2012 season.

November 9, 2009

Four-time Essendon premiership coach Kevin Sheedy is announced as coach.

July 29, 2010

The AFL Commission announces it has granted Team GWS a licence to become the 18th team, starting in 2012.

November 10, 2010

GWS announces a partnership with the ACT Government to play 30 premiership season games and 10 pre-season games in Canberra in the next 10 years.

November 16, 2010

GWS launches its name, logo and colours. The club will be known as the Greater Western Sydney Giants and will wear orange, charcoal and white, with the traditional NSW blue to feature in the away guernsey.

MOST GOALS IN FINALS

February 19, 2011

GWS plays its first games in the NAB Cup, losing to Sydney by 79 points and Gold Coast by 25 points.

April 9, 2011

The Giants play their first game in the newly formed North East Australian Football League.

November 24, 2011

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

19.11 (125) v West Coast Eagles, SF, 2017

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

3.7 (25) v Richmond, GF, 2019

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL

67 points v West Coast Eagles, SF, 2017

RECORD AT CURRENT VENUES

AFL

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

6 Steve Johnson v West Coast Eagles, SF, 2017

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Three games (2019)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Two games (2016-17)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

22 games – 9 wins, 13 losses

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

2012 (10,241), 2013 (12,681), 2014 (13,040), 2015 (13,480), 2016 (15,312), 2017 (20,944), 2018 (25,243), 2019 (30,109), 2020 (30,841), 2021 (30,185), 2022 (32,614)

* denotes current players or coach

GWS has 11 of the first 14 selections in the 2011 NAB AFL Draft. The No.1 pick is Jonathon Patton.

March 24, 2012

GWS loses its first AFL game, beaten by 63 points by Sydney. Callan Ward kicks the club’s first goal.

May 12, 2012

The Giants win their first AFL game, defeating Gold Coast by 27 points at Manuka Oval.

October 4, 2012

Highly regarded Hawthorn assistant coach Leon Cameron signs a four-year deal to join the Giants.

August 27, 2016

The Giants finish fourth on the ladder to qualify for their first finals series.

September 10, 2016

The Giants win their first final, defeating the Sydney Swans by 36 points in the qualifying final at ANZ Stadium.

September 28, 2019

The Giants play in their first Grand Final, going down to Richmond by 89 points.

August 22, 2022

Richmond assistant coach Adam Kinglsey announced as senior coach, replacing Cameron.

TOP GOALKICKING PERFORMANCES

9 Jeremy Cameron (v Gold Coast, R23, 2019, Metricon Stadium)

7 Jeremy Cameron (v Collingwood, R18, 2013, MCG)

7 Jeremy Cameron (v Hawthorn, R6, 2015, Giants Stadium)

7 Jeremy Cameron (v Carlton, R22, 2015, Giants Stadium)

7 Jeremy Cameron (v Gold Coast Suns, R8, 2016, Giants Stadium)

7 Jeremy Cameron (v Richmond, R3, 2019, Giants Stadium)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME

LEGEND: Kevin Sheedy (coach GWS, also Rich, coach Ess)

CALLAN WARD

SENBREAKFAST SETTINGTHE SPORTINGAGENDA

SENBREAKFAST

HOW YOUR TEAM RATES IN 2023

KICKING EFFICIENCY SHOT-AT-GOAL ACCURACY

u Macrae had two shots at goal in his last match at Mars Stadium in round 10 this season – both resulting in goals. It remains the only match he has booted multiple goals in this year.

SCORES PER INSIDE 50

CENTRE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

STOPPAGE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

u Across the last month, Briggs has had 16 around-the-ground stoppage first possessions – ranked No. 1 at the Giants. He has also generated 16 stoppage clearances – also ranked first.

PRESSURE

FACTOR DIFFERENTIAL

A team’s pressure points* per 100 opportunities to apply pressure.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce

JACK MACRAE

KIEREN BRIGGS

DIFFERENTIAL EXPLAINED

A statistical value is expressed relative to opposition teams. This is calculated as ‘For’ minus ‘Against’ within a game. For example, if Carlton has 15 centre

SCORE FROM OPPOSITION TURNOVERS SCORE CONCEDED FROM TURNOVERS

Points scored from chains after winning the ball off the opposition.

Points conceded to the opposition from chains after turnovers.

clearances to Essendon’s 12, Carlton’s centre clearances differential for the game is 15-12 = +3, while Essendon’s is 12-15 = -3.

DEFENSIVE-50 REBOUND TO INSIDE 50

Percentage of defensive-50 rebounds that led to a forward-50 entry within the same chain of possessions.

TACKLES IN FORWARD 50

UNCONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

Possessions gained while under no physical pressure, either from a teammate’s disposal or an opposition’s clanger kick.

u Smith has turned the ball over 46 times in the midfield this season – the secondmost at the club. The side has conceded a score from 15.2 per cent of his turnovers – the second-lowest percentage of the top-10 turnover players.

JOSH KELLY

u Kelly and Stephen Coniglio are both averaging 18.1 uncontested possessions in matches on the road this season – ranked equal-first at the Giants. Kelly had a season-low nine uncontested possessions in his last match interstate in Round 18.

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

BAILEY SMITH

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.

Suns v Lions 20 ROUND

UNDER THE PUMP: Gold Coast’s Brayden Fiorini gets a kick away under pressure in round 10.

HEAD to HEAD

Played 24: Gold Coast Suns 6, Brisbane Lions 18.

Past five: Gold Coast Suns 0, Brisbane Lions 5.

Most recent game: round 10, 2023, Gold Coast Suns lost to Brisbane Lions by 43 points at the Gabba.

Highest attendance: 27,170, round 15, 2013, at the Gabba.

GOLD COAST SUNS

Home record: 4-7

Away record: 2-11

Highest score: 22.7 (139), round 16, 2016, at Heritage Bank Stadium.

Lowest score: 6.7 (43), round 16, 2020, at the Gabba.

Greatest winning margin: 64 points, round 5, 2015, at Heritage Bank Stadium.

Longest winning sequence: 2, round 5, 2015, to round 19, 2015.

Most goals in a game: 6, Charlie Dixon, round 5, 2015, at Heritage Bank Stadium.

SNAPSHOT

FORM: GCS – WLLWL BL – WWWLW

KEY OUTS: GCS – Jeffrey (foot), Uwland (hamstring), Weller (knee); BL – Answerth (face), Ashcroft (knee), Madden (shoulder), Michael (quad)

WAIT AND SEE: BL – Bailey (calf)

MILESTONES: GCS – Sam Collins (100 games)

WATCH OUT FOR: Save for the last 10 minutes against Melbourne a fortnight ago, the Lions have been in good form. They’re just one Port Adelaide stumble away from claiming second place, so they’ll look to take care of business this evening and end Gold Coast’s faint finals hopes once and for all.

Talking points

u A month ago, Ben King was one of the most exciting key forwards in the competition. But he hasn’t kicked a goal for a month and is lacking confidence and spark.

u Will Ashcroft’s ACL injury is a major blow for the Lions. Deven Robertson and Jarryd Lyons are the two most obvious replacements for the Rising Star favourite.

u Callum Ah Chee is coming off a career-best game for the Lions. He had 23 disposals and a goal against Geelong last week just days after signing a two-year contract extension.

u One Suns midfielder who has had a good few weeks is Sam Flanders, the object of affection for a few Victorian clubs keen to bring him home.

ASHLEY BROWNE

Prediction: Brisbane Lions by 29 points

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman

Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection

Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

BRISBANE LIONS

Away record: 7-4

Home record: 11-2

Highest score: 22.12 (144), round 21, 2019, at the Gabba.

Lowest score: 7.12 (54), round 5, 2015, at Heritage Bank Stadium.

Greatest winning margin: 91 points, round 21, 2019, at the Gabba.

Longest winning sequence: 9, round 22, 2018, to round 10, 2023.

Most goals in a game: 6, Ashley McGrath, round 7, 2011, at the Gabba; Charlie Cameron, round 21, 2019, at the Gabba; Zac Bailey, round 6, 2022, at the Gabba.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

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POCKET PROFILE 13 Jack Lukosius

Nickname: Luko, Lickers

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Not Charlie Ballard

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Jarrod Witts

What time should the Grand Final start: 2.30pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: As it is now

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Cards, coffee, chats

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: Never

What sport do you suck at: Golf

Favourite subject at school: Football

Former footballer you admire most: Matthew Pavlich

Dream job after AFL footy: Pro golfer

Sporting event you cannot miss: The Ashes

Hobbies or interests outside football: Fishing, coffee, beach, hanging out

What advice would you give a first-year player: Back yourself in What’s something you admire about your club: Work ethic

Best advice your mum gave you: You can do anything you want

Espresso or cold brew: Cold brew

Favourite Shapes flavour: Barbecue

Dog person or cat person: Dog

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

First concert you attended: Rufus

Your go-to karaoke song:

Wonderwall by Oasis

Favourite podcast: The Grade Cricketer

Things on your bucket list: Work overseas, international fishing trip

Last book you read: Marching

Powder by Rusty Young

Who should play your coach in a movie: Matt Damon

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CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

21.22 (148) v GWS Giants, R5, 2013, UNSW Canberra Oval

LOWEST SCORE

3.2 (20) v Port Adelaide, R23, 2017, Adelaide Oval

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN 86 points v Hawthorn, R3, 2017, Heritage Bank Stadium BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

OVERALL RECORD: 277 games – 77 wins, 198 losses, 2 draws

RECORD AT CURRENT VENUES

TOP GOALKICKING PERFORMANCES

8 Tom Lynch (v Carlton, R2, 2018, Marvel Stadium)

7 C harlie Dixon (v North Melbourne, R14, 2015, Heritage Bank Stadium)

7 Tom Lynch (v Carlton, R4, 2017, Marvel Stadium)

6 C harlie Dixon (v GWS Giants, R5, 2013, UNSW Canberra Oval)

6 Harley Bennell (v Geelong, R14, 2014, Heritage Bank Stadium)

6 C harlie Dixon (v Brisbane, R5, 2015, Heritage Bank Stadium)

6 Brandon Matera (v Hawthorn, R3, 2017, Heritage Bank Stadium)

BROWNLOW MEDALLIST

Gary Ablett (2013)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

Guy McKenna (coach GCS, also WCE)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Jaeger O’Meara (2013)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

23 games – nine wins, 13 losses, one draw

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

2011 (14,059), 2012 (11,204), 2013 (12,502), 2014 (13,478), 2015 (13,643), 2016 (12,845), 2017 (11,665), 2018 (12,108), 2019 (13,649), 2020 (16,236), 2021 (19,460), 2022 (21,422)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION MVP AWARD

Gary Ablett (2012, 2013)

AFL COACHES ASSOCIATION MVP AWARD

Touk Miller* 2022

WOODEN SPOONS

2011, 2019

* denotes current player or coach

CLUB FORMATION AND KEY DATES

April 22, 2008

The AFL invites a group of Gold Coast business and community representatives to form a board to participate in a six-month process to demonstrate an AFL licence for a new team based on the Gold Coast had all the foundations for long-term success.

June 27, 2008

The AFL Commission approves a recommendation from the Gold Coast List Management Working Committee, covering the initial player concessions available to the new 17th team to join the AFL in 2011.

July 29, 2008

GC17 signs its first group of players who will be part of the development team to play in the TAC Cup in 2009 and the VFL in 2010.

August 13, 2008

GC17 appoints former West Coast champion and Collingwood assistant coach Guy McKenna as coach. The team will play in the TAC Cup in 2009 and the VFL in 2010.

September 4, 2008

GC17 launches name, logo, colours and mascot. The club will be the Gold Coast Football Club. Club colours will be red, gold and blue. They were chosen to symbolise the beach culture of the Gold Coast – red (sun), gold (sand) and blue (ocean and sky).

September 4, 2008

The AFL Commission approves the NAB AFL Draft, NAB AFL Rookie Draft and AFL player concessions that will be offered to the new Gold Coast team in the 2009 and 2010 years.

March 31, 2009

The AFL Commission announces it has granted GCFC a provisional licence to become the AFL’s 17th team in 2011.

October 1, 2009

Guy McKenna appointed AFL coach.

December 15, 2009

GCFC selects the first five players in 2010 NAB AFL Rookie Draft.

April 10, 2010

The Suns play their first VFL game, losing to Port Melbourne at Southport by 12 points.

November 18, 2010

The Suns select 10 youngsters at the 2010 NAB AFL Draft, including eight of the first 13 players available. The No.1 pick is highly rated WA teenager David Swallow.

February 19, 2011

The Suns play their first NAB Cup games.

April 2, 2011

The Suns lose their AFL debut by 119 points to Carlton at the Gabba in front of 27,914 fans. Charlie Dixon kicks the club’s first goal.

April 23, 2011

Gold Coast wins its first game, by three points over Port Adelaide at AAMI Stadium. Brandon Matera is the club’s first NAB AFL Rising Star nominee.

May 28, 2011

Gold Coast plays its first home game at Metricon Stadium, losing to Geelong by 66 points.

August 11, 2012

Gold Coast wins its first game at Metricon Stadium, defeating the GWS Giants by 30 points.

May 12, 2013

Gold Coast wins its first game in Victoria, defeating Melbourne by 60 points at the MCG.

October 1, 2014

Coach Guy McKenna and the Suns part ways.

October 30, 2014

Former Sydney and Bulldogs mentor Rodney Eade appointed senior coach.

August 8, 2017

Eade told his services are no longer required. Assistant Dean Solomon steps in as interim coach.

October 5, 2017

Former Port Adelaide and Hawthorn premiership player Stuart Dew appointed senior coach.

July 11, 2023

Dew, the club’s longest-serving coach, is sacked, with Steven King named as interim coach.

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BRISBANE LIONS

u LEADING GOALKICKERS

GOLD COAST SUNS

Co-captains Touk Miller, Jarrod Witts

BRISBANE LIONS

Co-captains Harris Andrews, Lachie Neale

Coach Steven King

Coach Chris Fagan

POCKET PROFILE 11 Lincoln McCarthy

Nickname: Livin

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Lachie Neale, aka ‘Choccy Wheel’

Which teammate will become an AFL coach: Rhys Mathieson

Ideal length of the home and away season: 10 weeks

What sport do you suck at: Quidditch and fishing

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Reading

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: I’ve only got a few haircuts left

Favourite subject at school: SOSE

Former footballer you admire most: ‘G-Train’ (Fraser Gehrig)

Dream job after AFL footy: SOSE teacher

Hobbies or interests outside football: Walking

Best advice your mum gave you: Shut up and listen

What advice would you give a first-year player: Do as I say, not as I do

What’s something you admire about your club: Neds and Caltex as sponsors

Espresso or cold brew: Both

Favourite Shapes flavour: Barbecue

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Both

Your go-to karaoke song:

It’s Raining Men by The Weather Girls

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Hate them both

First concert you attended: The Wiggles

Favourite podcast: High Low with EmRata (Emily Ratajkowski)

Three things on your bucket list: Sand, water and toys

Last book you read: Where Is The Green Sheep? By Mem Fox

Favourite holiday destination: Springfield

Who should play your coach in a movie: The Rock

HALL FAME of

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Rub shoulders with the current Brisbane Lions playing group as well as the ‘03 Premiership team. Come together to unveil new inductees and celebrate existing ones with lots of stories, laughs and entertainment along the way.

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Includes 3-course meal and drinks package

20TH ANNIVERSARY OF OUR 2003 PREMIERSHIP

LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

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CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

33.21 (219) v Sydney, R8, 1993, Gabba

LOWEST SCORE

2.5 (17) v Hawthorn, R12, 1988, Ikon Park; v Richmond, R4, 2018, MCG

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

162 points v Sydney, R8, 1993, Gabba

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

20 games – R10, 2001 to R4, 2002 WORST

12 games – R20, 1990 to R10, 1991; R5, 2016 to R17, 2016

OVERALL RECORD: 837 games –374 wins, 455

RECORD AT CURRENT VENUES

10 Jonathan Brown (v Carlton, R16, 2007, Gabba)

9 Brad Hardie (v Carlton, R10, 1989, Ikon Park)

9 Daniel Bradshaw (v Melbourne, R4, 2005, Gabba)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Michael Voss (1996 tied), Jason Akermanis (2001), Simon Black (2002), Lachie Neale* (2020)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGEND: Leigh Matthews (coach, also Haw, coach Coll)

INDUCTEES: Peter Knights (Haw, also coach Bris, Haw), Michael Voss (also coach Bris Lions), Nathan Buckley (also Coll, coach Coll), Jason Akermanis (also WB), Nigel Lappin, Brad Hardie (also WB, Coll), Simon Black, Jonathan Brown, Mark Williams (also Coll, coach PA)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY MEMBERS

Chris Johnson (back pocket), Darryl White (full-back), Michael McLean (interchange)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLIST

2007 – Jonathan Brown (77 goals)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Shaun Hart (2001), Simon Black (2003)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLIST

Daniel Rich* (2013)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Leigh Matthews (2001, 2002, 2003)

JIM STYNES MEDALLISTS

Jason Akermanis (1999), Ashley McGrath (2013)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Nathan Buckley (1993), Chris Scott (1994), Daniel Rich* (2009), Lewis Taylor (2014)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Michael Voss (2002 tied, 2003)

Lachie Neale* (2020)

PREMIERSHIPS

2001, 2002, 2003

RUNNERS-UP

2004

WOODEN SPOONS

1990, 1991, 1998, 2017 FINALS

34 games – 20 wins, 14 losses

MOST FINALS

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Three games (2009-19; 2020-21)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

68 games – 31 wins, 35 losses, two draws

Premiership 2013

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1987 (3449), 1988 (7607), 1989 (7176), 1990 (5630), 1991 (5696), 1992 (5401), 1993 (5750), 1994 (6158), 1995 (6893), 1996 (10,267), 1997 (16,769), 1998 (16,108), 1999 (16,931), 2000 (20,295), 2001 (18,330), 2002 (22,288), 2003 (24,365), 2004 (30,221), 2005 (28,913), 2006 (26,459), 2007 (21,976), 2008 (22,737), 2009 (24,873), 2010 (26,779), 2011 (20,792), 2012 (20,762), 2013 (24,130), 2014 (24,012), 2015 (25,408), 2016 (23,286), 2017 (21,362), 2018 (24,867), 2019 (28,023), 2020 (29,277), 2021 (40,289), 2022 (43,319)

* denotes current player or coach

Fitzroy

OVERALL RECORD: 1928 games – 869 wins, 1034 losses, 25 draws

GRAND FINALS: 13

PREMIERSHIPS: 1898, 1899, 1904, 1905, 1913, 1916, 1922, 1944

HIGHEST SCORE

MOST GOALS IN FINALS

36.22 (238) v Melbourne, R17, 1979, Waverley Park

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

190 points v Melbourne, R17, 1979, Waverley Park

MOST

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

26.14 (170) v Carlton, SF, 1996

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

6.6 (42) v Geelong, PF , 2020

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL

97 points v Carlton, SF, 1996

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL

82 points v Carlton, SF, 2000

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

7 A lastair Lynch v Carlton, SF, 1996; Alastair Lynch v Adelaide, QF, 2002

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Six games (2001-02)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Haydn Bunton (1931, 1932, 1935), Wilfred ‘Chicken’ Smallhorn (1933), Dinny Ryan (1936), Allan Ruthven (1950), Kevin Murray (1969), Bernie Quinlan (1981)

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY MEMBERS

Kevin Murray (half-back), Haydn Bunton (forward pocket), Norm Smith (coach)

SIMON

HOW YOUR TEAM RATES IN 2023

KICKING EFFICIENCY SHOT-AT-GOAL ACCURACY

u Lukosius leads Gold Coast for shots at goal at Heritage Bank Stadium this year with 24 from seven games. He has posted the third-highest shot-at-goal accuracy of the top-10 for shots taken –finishing goalless just twice.

SCORES PER INSIDE 50

CENTRE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

STOPPAGE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

u Playing as the back-up ruckman last round, Daniher had seven around-the-ground stoppage first possessions – ranked equal-second with Josh Dunkley. He also generated an equal team-high six stoppage clearances.

PRESSURE

FACTOR DIFFERENTIAL

A team’s pressure points* per 100 opportunities to apply pressure.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce

JACK LUKOSIUS

JOE DANIHER

DIFFERENTIAL EXPLAINED

A statistical value is expressed relative to opposition teams. This is calculated as ‘For’ minus ‘Against’ within a game. For example, if Carlton has 15 centre

SCORE FROM OPPOSITION TURNOVERS SCORE CONCEDED FROM TURNOVERS

Points scored from chains after winning the ball off the opposition.

Points conceded to the opposition from chains after turnovers.

clearances to Essendon’s 12, Carlton’s centre clearances differential for the game is 15-12 = +3, while Essendon’s is 12-15 = -3.

DEFENSIVE-50 REBOUND TO INSIDE 50

Percentage of defensive-50 rebounds that led to a forward-50 entry within the same chain of possessions.

TACKLES IN FORWARD 50

UNCONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

Possessions gained while under no physical pressure, either from a teammate’s disposal or an opposition’s clanger kick.

u Macpherson has turned the ball over 27 times in the defensive midfield this season . The side has conceded 62 points from his turnovers which is the equal-most of any player.

LACHIE NEALE

u Neale won the Marcus Ashcroft Medal in round 10 this season as best afield. He won the ball going both ways – winning 17 uncontested possessions and 19 contested possessions along with 10 clearances.

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

DARCY MACPHERSON

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.

ESSENDON VS SYDNEY SWANS

Bombers v Swans 20 ROUND

HEAD to HEAD

Past five: Essendon 2, Sydney Swans 3. Most recent game: round 16, 2022, Essendon d Sydney Swans by 9 points at the MCG.

Highest attendance: 69,237, round 21, 1996, at the MCG.

ESSENDON

Home record: 74-32

Away record: 60-60-1

Highest score: 28.16 (184), round 18, 1964, at Windy Hill.

Lowest score: 1.4 (10), round 8, 1900, at the Lake Oval.

GROUNDED BOMBER:

Dylan Shiel gives Tom Papley and Luke Parker the slip during Essendon’s narrow win over Sydney in round 16 last year, but he will be missing this time around.

SNAPSHOT

FORM: Ess – LLWLL Syd – WDLWW

KEY OUTS: Ess – Draper (hip), Jones (ankle), Reid (hamstring), Ridley (quad), Setterfield (foot), Shiel foot), Stringer (foot); Syd – P. McCartin (concussion), Melican (hamstring), Reid (hamstring), Sheldrick (ankle)

WAIT AND SEE: Syd – Franklin (knee), Mills (soreness)

MILESTONES: Ess – Peter Wright (50 club games)

WATCH OUT FOR: Lance Franklin has tormented the Bombers for many of his 18 years in the VFL. He’s been in good form lately, sparking talk he could keep playing next season. If not, then tonight could be his last game in Victoria.

Talking points

u The Bombers have dropped four of their past five games and were particularly disappointing last week against the Western Bulldogs. If they’re finals worthy, they must win tonight.

u The Swans remain in the September hunt after back-to-back wins, but pretty much have to win every game from here.

u Mixed news for Essendon’s backline this week. The bad news was the quad injury to Jordan Ridley that will sideline him for a month. The good? Mason Redman is sticking around, having signed a five-year contract extension.

u Six of the past seven games between the Bombers and Swans have been decided by 10 points or less and are always great viewing.

Prediction: Essendon by eight points

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley

Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman

Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

Greatest winning margin: 165 points, round 18, 1964, at Windy Hill.

Longest winning sequence: 9, round 14, 1959, to round 18, 1964; round 18, 1971, to round 13, 1975.

Most goals in a game: 13, Matthew Lloyd, round 3, 1999, at the MCG.

SYDNEY SWANS

Away record: 32-74

Home record: 60-60-1

Highest score: 36.20 (236), round 17, 1987, at the SCG.

Lowest score: 0.9 (9), round 3, 1899, at East Melbourne Cricket Ground; 1.3 (9), round 15, 1901 at Lake Oval.

Greatest winning margin: 163 points, round 17, 1987, at the SCG.

Longest winning sequence: 8, round 6, 1915, to round 12, 1920; round 11, 2012, to second elimination final, 2017, at the SCG.

Most goals in a game: 15, Bob Pratt, round 3, 1934, at the Lake Oval.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

ASHLEY BROWNE

Played 227: Essendon 134, Sydney Swans 92, draws 1.

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POCKET PROFILE 1 Andrew McGrath

Nickname: Pidge

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Sam Durham

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day:

Merrett

What time should the Grand Final start: 2.30pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 25 games

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Hang out with Sam Durham

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: No

What sport do you suck at: Cricket and swimming

Favourite subject at school: Maths

Former footballer you admire most: Gary Ablett jnr

Dream job after AFL footy: PGA golfer

Sporting event you cannot miss: Super Bowl

Hobbies or interests outside football: Golf

What advice would you give a first-year player: Back yourself and work hard

What’s something you admire about your club: Rich history of success and great players

Best advice your mum gave you: Always believe Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour:

Savoury

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Backstreet Boys

Your go-to karaoke song: Never Say Never by Justin Bieber (with Ned Cahill)

Favourite podcast: ESPN Daily

Three things on your bucket list: Road-tripping the Swiss Alps, Base Camp at Mt Everest, skydiving

holiday destination: Italy

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

32.16 (208) v Western Bulldogs, R22, 1982, Whitten Oval LOWEST SCORE

0.9 (9) v Fitzroy, R1, 1899, Brunswick St Oval

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

165 points v South Melbourne, R18, 1964, Windy Hill

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

20 games – R1, 2000 to R20, 2000

WORST

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY MEMBERS

Gavin Wanganeen (half-back), Norm McDonald (half-back), Michael Long (wing)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1900: Albert Thurgood (24)

1901: Fred Hiskins (34)

1923: Greg Stockdale (64)

1949: John Coleman (85)

1950: John Coleman (112)

1951: John Coleman (75)

1952: John Coleman (103)

1953: John Coleman (96)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1959: Ron Evans (69)

1960: Ron Evans (67)

1966: Ted Fordham (73)

2000: Matthew Lloyd (94)

2001: Matthew Lloyd (96)

2003: Matthew Lloyd (87)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Billy Duckworth (1984), Simon Madden (1985), Michael Long (1993), James Hird (2000)

PREMIERSHIP COACH MEDALLISTS

Jack Worrall (1911, 1912), Syd Barker (1923, 1924), Dick Reynolds (1942, 1946, 1949)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Dick Reynolds (1950), John Coleman (1962, 1965), Kevin Sheedy (1984, 1985, 1993, 2000)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLISTS

Gavin Wanganeen (1993), Gary O’Donnell (1994), Mark Mercuri (2000)

JIM STYNES MEDALLISTS

James Hird (2000), Matthew Lloyd (2001)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Dyson Heppell* (2011), Andrew McGrath* (2017)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Terry Daniher (1983), Tim Watson (1989)

PREMIERSHIPS

WOODEN SPOONS

1907, 1918, 1921, 1933, 2016

FINALS

132 games – 69 wins, 61 losses, 2 draws

MOST FINALS

Bill Hutchison 2 8

MOST GOALS IN FINALS

Matthew Lloyd 52

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

31.12 (198) v North Melbourne, QF, 2000

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

1.8 (14) v Melbourne, RR final, 1897

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL

133 points v Collingwood, PF, 1984

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL

96 points v Adelaide, 1st EF, 2009

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

7 Tom Reynolds, v Richmond, GF, 1943; Gordon Lane, v Melbourne, GF, 1946; Ted Fordham, v St Kilda, GF, 1965; Matthew Lloyd, v North Melbourne, QF, 2000

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Seven games (1949-51)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Seven games (2004-21)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

113 games – 56 wins, 56 losses, one draw

Premierships 1981, 1984, 1990, 1993, 1994, 2000 CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1984

1987

1988

RECORD AT CURRENT VENUES

14 John Coleman (v Fitzroy, R7, 1954, Windy Hill)

13 John Coleman (v Geelong, R8, 1952, Brisbane Exhibition Ground)

13 Matthew Lloyd (v Sydney, R3, 1999, MCG)

13 John Coleman (v Hawthorn, R8, 1952, Windy Hill)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Dick Reynolds (1934, 1937, 1938), Bill Hutchison (1952 tied, 1953), Graham Moss (1976), Gavin Wanganeen (1993), James Hird (1996 tied)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: John Coleman (also coach Ess), Bill Hutchison, Dick Reynolds (also coach Ess), Kevin Sheedy (coach Ess, also Rich, also coach GWS)

INDUCTEES: Albert Thurgood, Jack Clarke (also coach Ess), Tom Fitzmaurice (also Geel, N Melb, coach Geel), Jack Moriarty (also Fitz), Graham Moss, Simon Madden, Barry Davis (also N Melb, coach Ess), Tim Watson (also coach StK), Ken Fraser, Terry Daniher (also S Melb), Michael Long, Des Tuddenham (also Coll, playing coach Ess, coach S Melb), Paul Salmon (also Haw), Gavin Wanganeen (also Port Adel), Jack Worrall (coach Ess, also Fitz, coach Carl), James Hird (also coach Ess), Matthew Lloyd, Ron Evans

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Dick Reynolds (half-forward), John Coleman (full-forward)

1897, 1901, 1911, 1912, 1923, 1924, 1942, 1946, 1949, 1950, 1962, 1965, 1984, 1985, 1993, 2000

RUNNERS-UP

1898, 1902, 1908, 1941, 1943, 1947, 1948, 1951, 1957, 1959, 1968, 1983, 1990, 2001

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1951, 1953, 1957, 1968, 1989, 1993, 1999, 2000, 2001

*

DUSTIN FLETCHER

* Two of Essendon’s premierships (1897 and 1924) were won after round-robin finals series when no Grand Finals were played.

8981116.1538 10Richmond1898199.8638

11Essendon1899098.4436

12Sydney18891111.8134

13Adelaide188100113.5332

14GoldCoast18810092.3332

15Fremantle18711088.1428

16Hawthorn1851 3078.5220

17NorthMelb18216066.598

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4

WesternBulldogsvRichmond(MRVL)(N)7.50pm

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

EssendonvWestCoastEagles(MRVL)1.45pm

AdelaideCrowsvGoldCoastSuns(AO)1.40pm

HawthornvCollingwood(MCG)(T)4.35pm

GeelongCatsvPortAdelaide(GMHBA)(N)7.25pm

GWSGiantsvSydneySwans(GS)(N)7.30pm

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

NorthMelbournevMelbourne(BA)1.10pm StKildavCarlton(MRVL)3.20pm

FremantlevBrisbaneLions(OS)2.20pm

Boundary: Sean BURTON, Sam STAGG, Adam COOTE, Josh MATHER

Goals: Chelsea ROFFEY, Simon PLUMRIDGE

EM: Matthew DERVAN

u LEADING GOALKICKERS

SYDNEY SWANS

SYDNEY SWANS

POCKET PROFILE 8 James Rowbottom

Nickname: Rowy

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Chad Warner

What time should the Grand Final start: 2.10pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: As it is

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Movies

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: No

What sport do you suck at: Golf

Favourite subject at school: English

Former footballer you admire most: Josh Kennedy

Dream job after AFL footy: Stay-at-home dad

Sporting event you cannot miss: NBA Finals

Hobbies or interests outside football: Surfing

What advice would you give a first-year player: Enjoy it and learn as much as possible

What’s something you admire about your club: Our resilience and unity

Best advice your mum gave you: Be yourself

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Barbecue

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Ziggy Alberts

Your go-to karaoke song: Hey

There Delilah by Plain White T’s

Favourite podcast: Hamish & Andy

Three things on your bucket list: Go skydiving, attend the NBA Finals, get Nick Blakey to clean up after himself

Last book you read: Wild: A Journey From Lost To Found by Cheryl Strayed

Favourite holiday destination: Barcelona

Who should play your coach in a movie: Dave Bautista

LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

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CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

36.20 (236) v Essendon, R17, 1987, SCG

LOWEST SCORE

0.5 (5) v Carlton, R8, 1899, Princes Park

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

171 points v St Kilda, R12, 1919, Lake Oval; v WCE, R15, 2023, SCG

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

12 games – R5, 1918 to GF, 1918; R10, 1933 to R1, 1934; R2, 1935 to R13, 1935; R5, 2014 to R17, 2014

OVERALL RECORD: 2535 games

– 1214 wins, 1296 losses, 25 draws

5

WORST LOSING SEQUENCE

29 games – R7, 1972 to R13, 1973

MOST GAMES

Vic Belcher (also coach S Melb, Fitz), J. Herbie Matthews, John Rantall (also NM, Fitz), Terry Daniher (also Ess), Peter Bedford (also Carl), Jack Sheedy, Len Thompson (also Coll, Fitz), Des Tuddenham (coach S Melb, also Coll, Ess, coach Ess), Paul Roos (also Fitz), Tom Hafey (coach Syd, also Rich, coach Rich, Geel, Coll), Dermott Brereton (also Haw, Coll), Gerard Healy (also Melb), Barry Round (also Foots), John Murphy (also Fitz, NM), Frank Johnson, Paul Kelly, Bob Hammond (coach Syd, also Adel admin), Michael O’Loughlin, Austin Robertson jnr, Barry Hall (also StK, WB), Terry Cashion

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Bob Skilton (rover), Greg Williams (interchange), Norm Smith (coach)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Adam Goodes (centre half-back), Michael O’Loughlin (full-forward)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1934: Bob Pratt (138)

1935: Bob Pratt (97)

1942: Lindsay White (67)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1996: Tony Lockett (114)

1998: Tony Lockett (107)

2014: Lance Franklin* (67)

2017: Lance Franklin* (69)

NORM SMITH MEDALLIST

Ryan O’Keefe (2012)

PREMIERSHIP COACH MEDALLISTS

Charlie Ricketts (1909), Bert Howson (1918), Jack Bisset (1933)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Paul Roos (2005), John Longmire* (2012)

JIM STYNES MEDALLIST

Ryan O’Keefe (2006)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Adam Goodes (1999), Dan Hannebery (2010), Callum Mills* (2016)

WOODEN SPOONS

1903, 1922, 1938, 1939, 1962, 1971, 1973, 1975, 1992, 1993, 1994

FINALS

93 games – 42 wins, 51 losses

MOST

RECORD AT CURRENT VENUES

TOP

16 Tony Lockett (v Fitzroy, R19, 1995, Whitten Oval)

15 B ob Pratt (v Essendon, R3, 1934, Lake Oval)

14 Harold Robertson (v St Kilda, R12, 1919, Lake Oval)

12 Tony Lockett (v Richmond, R19, 1996, SCG)

12 Tony Lockett (v Port Adelaide, R16, 1998, SCG)

12 B ob Pratt (v Footscray, R15, 1934, Lake Oval)

12 L indsay White (v Melbourne, R5, 1942, Princes Park)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

J. Herbie Matthews (1940, tied), Ron Clegg (1949, tied), Fred Goldsmith (1955), Bob Skilton (1959, tied; 1963, 1968), Peter Bedford (1970), Graham Teasdale (1977), Barry Round (1981, tied), Greg Williams (1986, tied), Gerard Healy (1988), Paul Kelly (1995), Adam Goodes (2003, tied; 2006)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Ron Barassi (coach Syd, also Melb, Carl, coach Carl, NM, Melb), Roy Cazaly (also StK, coach S Melb, Haw), Bob Pratt, Bob Skilton (also coach S Melb, Melb), Norm Smith (coach S Melb, also Melb, Fitz, coach Melb, Fitz), Ian Stewart (coach Syd, also StK, Rich, coach Carl), Tony Lockett (also StK), Jack Oatey

INDUCTEES: Like McBrien (admin), Johnny Leonard, Laurie Nash, Mark Tandy, Ron Clegg,

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Gerard Healy (1988)

PREMIERSHIPS

1909, 1918, 1933, 2005, 2012

RUNNERS-UP

1899, 1907, 1912, 1914, 1934, 1935, 1936, 1945, 1996, 2006, 2014, 2016, 2022

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1996, 2014, 2016

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

19.22 (136) v North Melbourne, PF, 2014

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

3.8 (26) v Fitzroy, GF, 1899

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL 71 points v North Melbourne, PF, 2014

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL 99 points v Hawthorn, QF, 1987

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

9 Lindsay White, v Essendon, PF, 1942

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Five games (2005-06)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Seven games (1945-87)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

113 games – 55 wins, 58 losses

Premierships 1956, 1957, 1960, 1982

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1984 (2750), 1985 (2777), 1986 (4927), 1987 (3594), 1988 (2516), 1989 (2631), 1990 (2624), 1991 (2907), 1992 (3020), 1993 (3097), 1994 (3327), 1995 (6088), 1996 (9525), 1997 (22,109),

(26,721),

2010 (28,671), 2011 (27,106), 2012 (29,873), 2013 (36,358), 2014 (40,126), 2015 (48,836), 2016 (56,523), 2017 (58,838), 2018 (60,934), 2019 (61,912), 2020 (48,322), 2021 (50,144), 2022 (55,394)

* denotes current player or coach

ADAM GOODES

HOW YOUR TEAM RATES IN 2023

KICKING EFFICIENCY SHOT-AT-GOAL ACCURACY

u Stringer has had nine shots at goal against the Swans since 2021 – ranked equal-first at the Bombers with Zach Merrett. Stringer has posted a shot-at-goal accuracy of 77.8 per cent which is the highest of the top-10 for shots at goal.

SCORES PER INSIDE 50

CENTRE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

STOPPAGE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

u Since round 16, Parker has had 17 around-the-ground stoppage first possessions –ranked No. 1 at the club and three more than Errol Gulden. Parker also leads the side for stoppage clearances with 15.

PRESSURE

FACTOR DIFFERENTIAL

A team’s pressure points* per 100 opportunities to apply pressure.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area. The first kick or effective handball

JAKE STRINGER

LUKE PARKER

DIFFERENTIAL EXPLAINED

A statistical value is expressed relative to opposition teams. This is calculated as ‘For’ minus ‘Against’ within a game. For example, if Carlton has 15 centre

SCORE FROM OPPOSITION TURNOVERS SCORE CONCEDED FROM TURNOVERS

Points scored from chains after winning the ball off the opposition.

Points conceded to the opposition from chains after turnovers.

clearances to Essendon’s 12, Carlton’s centre clearances differential for the game is 15-12 = +3, while Essendon’s is 12-15 = -3.

DEFENSIVE-50 REBOUND TO INSIDE 50

Percentage of defensive-50 rebounds that led to a forward-50 entry within the same chain of possessions.

TACKLES IN FORWARD 50

UNCONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

Possessions gained while under no physical pressure, either from a teammate’s disposal or an opposition’s clanger kick.

u McGrath has turned the ball over 48 times in the defensive half of the ground this season – the most at Essendon. The side has conceded a total of 61 points from his turnovers – the most of any player.

CHAD WARNER

u Warner leads Sydney for uncontested possessions a game in matches played in Victoria this season with 16.5 a game from four appearances. He had 20 in each of his plast two appearances – his equal-best returns.

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

ANDREW McGRATH

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.

Crows v Power 20

POWER BURST: Zak Butters scythes his way between Jake Soligo and Wayne Milera in round three, but the Crows had the last laugh with an easy win.

HEAD to HEAD

Played 53: Adelaide Crows 26, Port Adelaide 27.

Past five: Adelaide Crows 2, Port Adelaide 3.

Most recent game: round 3, 2023, Adelaide d Port Adelaide by 31 points at Adelaide Oval.

Highest attendance: 53,698, round 3, 2017, at Adelaide Oval.

ADELAIDE CROWS

Home record: 15-11

Away record: 11-16

Highest score: 22.12 (144), round 19, 1998, at Football Park; 22.12 (144), round 2, 2016, at Adelaide Oval.

Lowest score: 5.5 (35), round 2, 2020, at Adelaide Oval.

Greatest winning margin: 84 points, round 20, 2017, at Adelaide Oval.

Longest winning sequence: 5, round 16, 2015, to round 20, 2017.

Most goals in a game: 7, Tony Modra, round 4, 1997, at Football Park; Peter Vardy, round 19, 1998, at Football Park.

SNAPSHOT

FORM: Adel – LWLLL; PA – WWWLL

KEY OUTS: Adel – Doedee (knee), Murray (knee), Rachele (suspended), Rankine (hamstring); PA – Clurey (back), Georgiades (knee), Rioli (suspended)

WAIT AND SEE: Adel – Laird (shoulder); PA – Byrne-Jones (concussion), Fantasia (quad), Lycett (knee)

MILESTONES: PA – Connor Rozee (100 games)

WATCH OUT FOR: The year’s second Showdown has plenty riding on it with Port Adelaide needing to win to keep hold of its top two place while Adelaide is desperate to stay in touch with the top eight. These clashes often bring unexpected results.

Talking points

u After winning 13 games on the trot, the Power enters this clash on the back of two consecutive losses. If they lose and Brisbane defeats Gold Coast, they’ll slip to third.

u When they met in round three, Adelaide claimed a 31-point victory, which prompted Port great Warren Tredrea to call for the dismissal of coach Ken Hinkley. Port then won its next 13 games. u Both teams will miss their star small forwards in this clash, with Adelaide’s Izak Rankine out with a hamstring and Port Adelaide’s Willie Rioli suspended.

u Connor Rozee plays his 100th game and the Crows may want to put some time into the star Power midfielder. He averaged 31 disposals and a goal in his past two Showdown appearances.

LACHLAN GELEIT

Prediction: Port Adelaide by 21 points

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman

Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection

Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

PORT ADELAIDE

Away record: 11-15

Home record: 16-11

Highest score: 23.15 (153), round 3, 2001, at Football Park.

Lowest score: 5.10 (40), first semifinal, 2005, at Football Park.

Greatest winning margin: 75 points, round 2, 2020, at Adelaide Oval. Longest winning sequence: 7, round 22, 2000, to round 22, 2003. Most goals in a game: 7, Warren Tredrea, round 7, 2004, at Football Park.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

JORDAN DAWSON

POCKET PROFILE 9 Rory Sloane

Nickname: Sloaney

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day:

Lachlan Sholl

What time should the Grand

Final start: 2pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 40 games

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Sleep

What sport do you suck at: Cricket

Favourite subject at school: Maths

Former footballer you admire most: Lenny Hayes

Dream job after AFL footy:

Stay-at-home dad

Sporting event you cannot miss:

Pipe Masters surfing

Hobbies or interests outside

football: Food, surf, beach, sun

What advice would you give a first-year player: Take ownership

What’s something you admire about your club: The people

Best advice your mum gave you: Love and care for everyone

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Pizza

Uber Eats or DoorDash:

Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Pick-up

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Jack Johnson/Ben Harper

Your go-to karaoke song: Better by The Screaming Jets

Things on your bucket list: Live in Italy, take kids to Africa

Favourite podcast: Jocko Podcast with Jocko Willink

Last book you read: Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Baban

Favourite holiday destination: Kangaroo Island

Who should play your coach in a movie: Vin Diesel

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CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

30.8 (188) v Essendon, R10, 2006, Football Park

LOWEST SCORE

2.9 (21) v Essendon, R17, 2021, Marvel Stadium

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

139 pts v Richmond, R16, 1993, Football Park

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE 10 games – R13, 2005 to R22, 2005

WORST

BROWNLOW MEDALLIST

Mark Ricciuto (2003 tied)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Malcolm Blight (coach Adel, also N Melb, playing coach N Melb, coach Geel, coach StK)

INDUCTEES: Gary Ayres (coach Adel, also Haw, coach Geel), Darren Jarman (also Haw), Mark Bickley, Wayne Carey (also N Melb), Mark Ricciuto, Graham Cornes (coach Adel, also N Melb), Andrew McLeod, Bob Hammond (admin, also Syd coach), Ben Hart, Simon Goodwin (also coach Melb)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY MEMBERS

Andrew McLeod (ruck-rover)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLIST

1997: Tony Modra (81)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Andrew McLeod (1997, 1998)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLISTS

Andrew McLeod (2003)

Simon Goodwin (2006)

Bernie Vince (2012)

JIM STYNES MEDALLIST

Andrew McLeod (2005)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Daniel Talia (2012)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLIST

Malcolm Blight (1997, 1998)

points v Hawthorn, SF, 2015

GOALS

7 A ndrew McLeod v Western Bulldogs, PF, 1998

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Four games (1997)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Three games (2006-08)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

72 games – 45 wins, 27 losses

Premierships 2003, 2012

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

RECORD

Tony Modra is Adelaide’s only Coleman medallist, winning the medal in 1997. He also led the AFL goalkicking at the end of the 1993 season after Coleman medallist Gary Ablett didn’t play finals.

TOP GOALKICKING PERFORMANCES

13 Tony Modra (v Richmond, R16, 1993, Football Park)

13 Tony Modra (v Carlton, R1, 1994, Football Park)

11 S cott Hodges (v Geelong, R23, 1992, Football Park)

10 Tony Modra (v Richmond, R1, 1993, MCG)

10 Tony Modra (v North Melbourne, R8, 1993, Football Park)

10 Tom Lynch (v GWS Giants, R7, 2013, Giants Stadium)

10 Taylor Walker (v West Coast Eagles, R13, 2023, (Adelaide Oval)

u 2023 LADDER

ADELAIDE CROWS

FORWARDS

9GWSGiants1 798099.4336

10Carlton1 7881111.3634

11Richmond1 788199.7834

12Adelaide1 7890114.7532

13GoldCoast1 789094.5932

14Sydney1 7791110.3430

15Fremantle1 7710089.2528

16Hawthorn1 7512077.2720

17NorthMelb1 721 5065.758

18WestCoast1 7116048.834

FRIDAY, JULY 28

CollingwoodvCarlton(MCG)(N)7.50pm

SATURDAY, JULY 29

GeelongCatsvFremantle(GMHBA)1.45pm

WesternBulldogsvGWSGiants(MARS)1.45pm

GoldCoastSunsvBrisbaneLions(HBS)(T)4.35pm

EssendonvSydneySwans(MRVL)(N)7.25pm

AdelaideCrowsvPortAdelaide(AO)(N)7.10pm

SUNDAY, JULY 30

HawthornvStKilda(MRVL)1.10pm

RichmondvMelbourne(MCG)3.20pm

WestCoastEaglesvNorthMelbourne(OS)2.40pm

u LEADING GOALKICKERS

BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

HALF-BACKS

CENTRES

CENTRES

HALF-BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

BACKS

FORWARDS

PORT ADELAIDE

IN: Keane, Michalanney, Laird OUT: Cook, Murray, Rankine, Hately

IN: Byrne-Jones, Visentini OUT: Boak, Rioli, Lycett

Boundary: David WOOD, Michael BAKER, Matthew KONETSCHKA, Chris BULL

Peter CHALLEN, Brodie KENNY-BELL

ADELAIDE CROWS

PORT ADELAIDE

Coach Matthew Nicks Captain Jordan

Coach Ken Hinkley Captain Tom

POCKET PROFILE 5 Dan Houston

Nickname: Hoot

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day:

Orazio Fantasia

What time should the Grand Final start: 7pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 22 games

How do you pass the time before a game when you’re on the road: Lay up in someone else’s room

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: Absolutely, prime-time or Channel 7 games only

What sport do you suck at: Downhill skiing

Favourite subject at school: Specialist maths

Former footballer you admire most: Marc Murphy

Dream job after AFL footy: Become a head coach

Hobbies or interests outside football: Golf, fishing and cricket

Sporting event you cannot miss: Super Bowl

What’s something you admire about your club: The history, the fans and the sponsors

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Pizza

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Ed Sheeran

Your go-to karaoke song: 3am by Matchbox Twenty

Who should play your coach in a movie: Jonah Hill

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LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

SANFL ROUND 15

ADELAIDE PORT ADELAIDE

POWER SURGING AHEAD OF SHOWDOWN

u C an Port Adelaide repeat last year’s late-season SANFL Showdown upset against arch-rival at Adelaide Oval today?

The circumstances are eerily similar leading into the cross-town enemies’ second meeting nearly 12 months later, with the finals-bound Crows comfortably accounting for the Magpies in their opening encounter for two years in succession.

Coming off a clinical 69-point demolition of Woodville-West Torrens last Sunday, the Crows will again embrace the favourites tag in the second curtain-raiser of 2023 just as they did before succumbing by three points late in 2022.

But Tyson Goldsack ’s Magpies are flying high, having won five of their past six matches including a hard-fought 19-point victory against early pacesetter Sturt in round 14.

Riley Bonner continues to knock on the selection door after posting two best afield performances in the past fortnight while Port has also been fuelled by the consistent drive from Jackson Mead, Jase Burgoyne and Trent Dumont.

While Port will be without its SANFL captain Cam Sutcliffe due to suspension, it will boast the presence of AFL skipper Tom Jonas, who was again solid against the Double Blues.

The fleet-footed Crows boast a host of scoring options, headed by six-goal forward Lachlan Gollant, who helped sink the Eagles in their last outing while Elliott Himmelberg added three majors.

Adelaide ruckman Kieran Strachan has been in red-hot touch as he eyes of another berth in the SANFL Team of the Year while former Collingwood midfielder Tyler Brown will be hoping to replicate his 35 disposals and two goals last Sunday.

ZAC MILBANK

INJURY REPORT

u The Crows have two long-term injuries, with key defenders Tom Doedee and Nick Murray out for the season. Murray damaged his knee in last week’s loss to Melbourne. Forward Izak Rankine also went down with a hamstring injury late in that game. For the Power, Tom Clurey (back) and Mitch Georgiades (knee) won’t play again in 2023 while Willie Rioli (one-match suspension) will sit out tonight’s Showdown.

ADELAIDE CROWS

Tom Doedee Knee Season

Rory Laird Shoulder Test

Andrew McPherson Quad 1 week

Nick Murray Knee Season

Josh Rachele Suspension Round 21

Izak Rankine Hamstring 3-4 weeks

Zac Taylor Foot 1-3 weeks

BRISBANE LIONS

Noah Answerth Face 2-3 weeks

Will Ashcroft Knee Season

Zac Bailey Calf Test

James Madden Shoulder TBC

Carter Michael Quad TBC

CARLTON

Jordan Boyd Suspension Round 22

Adam Cerra Hamstring Test

Patrick Cripps Cork Test

Corey Durdin Shoulder Test

Matthew Kennedy Knee 4-6 weeks

Jack Martin Calf Test

Harry McKay Knee 5 -7 weeks

Alex Mirkov Heart Season

Jesse Motlop Calf Test

Matt Owies Calf Test

Sam Philp Foot Season

Jack Silvagni Knee TBC

Sam Walsh Hamstring 2-3 weeks

Zac Williams Knee Season

COLLINGWOOD

Charlie Dean Foot Season

Fin Macrae Thumb 3-4 weeks

ESSENDON

Jayden Davey Knee Season

Sam Draper Hip TBC

Jaiden Hunter Back Season

Harrison Jones Ankle Season

Zach Reid Hamstring 6 -8 weeks

Jordan Ridley Quad 4-6 weeks

Will Setterfield Foot 1 week

Dylan Shiel Foot TBC

James Stewart Foot Test

FREMANTLE

James Aish Quad Test

Bailey Banfield Knee laceration Test

Will Brodie Ankle

GEELONG

HAWTHORN

RICHMOND

Jacob Bauer Hamstring Test

Mate Colina Back 6 weeks

Josh Gibcus Hamstring 3-5 weeks

Tom Lynch Foot Season

Toby Nankervis Suspension Round 21

Jayden Short Hamstring Test

Kaleb Smith Ankle Season

ST KILDA

Zaine Cordy Concussion Test

Jack Hayes Hamstring Test

Bradley Hill Lung TBC

Dougal Howard Wrist TBC

Max King Shoulder 2-3 weeks

Daniel McKenzie Calf TBC

Tim Membrey Knee Test

Seb Ross Hamstring 3-4 weeks

SYDNEY SWANS

Jacob Konstanty Quad 1 week

Paddy McCartin Concussion Season

Lewis Melican Hamstring 2-3 weeks

Sam Reid Hamstring Season

Marc Sheather Foot Season

Angus Sheldrick Ankle Season

MELBOURNE

Cooper Vickery Foot TBC

WEST COAST EAGLES

Tom Barrass Shoulder Test

Coby Burgiel Hamstring 4 weeks

Jai Culley Knee Season

Harry Edwards Groin Season

NORTH

Reuben Ginbey Hamstring Season

Jamaine Jones Ankle 2 weeks

Jeremy McGovern Concussion Test

Nic Naitanui Achilles Season

Liam Ryan Hamstring Season

Luke Shuey Hamstring 2-3 weeks

Jake Waterman Illness Indefinite

Connor West Knee 4 weeks

Elliot Yeo Hip Test

WESTERN BULLDOGS

Dom Bedendo Groin Indefinite

Hayden Crozier Hamstring 4-5 weeks

Sam Darcy Quad 4-6 weeks

PORT ADELAIDE

Harvey Gallagher Illness 3-4 weeks

Jason Johannisen Hamstring Test

Liam Jones Arm 1-3 weeks

Lachie McNeil Concussion 1 week

Tim O’Brien Hamstring 4-5 weeks

James O’Donnell Concussion Test

Roarke Smith Foot Indefinite

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.

HAWTHORN VS ST KILDA

Hawks v Saints 20 ROUND

HEAD to HEAD

Played 162: Hawthorn 83, St Kilda 77, draws 2.

Past five: Hawthorn 1, St Kilda 4.

Most recent game: round 11, 2023, Hawthorn d St Kilda by 10 points at Marvel Stadium.

Highest attendance: 118,192, Grand Final, 1971, at the MCG.

HAWTHORN

Home record: 43-34-1

Away record: 40-43-1

Highest score: 25.41 (191), round 6, 1977, at Princes Park.

Lowest score: 5.5 (35), round 2, 1950, at Junction Oval.

Greatest winning margin: 145 points, round 7, 2014, at the MCG.

Longest winning sequence: 20, round 12, 1979, to round 22, 1989.

Most goals in a game: 12, Peter Hudson, round 15, 1971, at Glenferrie Oval.

ST KILDA

Away record: 34-43-1

SNAPSHOT

FORM: Haw – LLLWL StK – LWLLW

KEY OUTS: Haw – Jiath (groin), Lynch (concussion); StK – Howard (wrist), Hill (lung), King (shoulder), McKenzie (calf), Ross (hamstring)

WAIT AND SEE: Haw – Greene (knee); StK – Cordy (concussion), Membrey (knee)

MILESTONES: Haw – Will Day (50 games)

Watch out for: How will the Hawks fare in a tight finish? They coughed up a six-goal lead to Richmond last week and lost by a point, with Sam Mitchell forecasting some situational training this week to hopefully avert a similar collapse.

Talking points

u Hawthorn has really worked on refining its ball movement this season, with its handball-heavy approach ranked third-best in the competition by Champion Data.

u St Kilda has struggled to put together a complete performance recently, with its only two wins since round 13 coming by unconvincing single-digit margins against the bottom two teams.

u Neither team has been effective in attack this season, with the Saints ranked 15th in points per game and the Hawks sitting 16th.

u Jack Steele is coming off a season-best display against North Melbourne last week, racking up 33 touches and seven clearances. Could he spark St Kilda back into form?

JACK MAKEHAM

Prediction: Hawthorn by six points

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley

Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

Home record: 43-40-1

Highest score: 24.12 (156), round 10, 1965, at Moorabbin.

Lowest score: 3.9 (27), round 5, 1956, at Junction Oval.

Greatest winning margin: 109 points, round 2, 1950, at Junction Oval.

Longest winning sequence: 11, round 12, 1933, to round 2, 1940.

Most goals in a game: 9, Bill Mohr, round 2, 1932, at Junction Oval; Verdun Howell, round 10, 1965, at Moorabbin; Tony Lockett, round 10, 1988, at the MCG.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

young Hawthorn defender Josh Weddle at bay during the Hawks’ upset win in round 11.

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POCKET PROFILE 32 Finn Maginness

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy:

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day:

What time should the Grand Final start: 2pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 22 games

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Watch racing.com Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: No

What sport do you suck at: Basketball

Favourite subject at school: PE

Former footballer you admire most: Luke Hodge

Sporting event you cannot miss: Cox Plate

Hobbies or interests outside football: Surfing

What’s something you admire about your club: The history Best advice your mum gave you: You can only do your very best

Espresso or cold brew: Cold brew

Favourite Shapes flavour: Chicken Crimpy

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Eminem

Your go-to karaoke song: Working Class Man by Jimmy Barnes

Three things on your bucket list: Visit Mentawai Islands, go to the Super Bowl, go to Oktoberfest (again)

Favourite holiday destination: Mykonos

Who should play your coach in a movie: Jonah Hill

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BLUE RIBBON CUP

Hawthorn and St Kilda will compete for the 24th annual Blue Ribbon Cup when the two sides face off today at Marvel Stadium.

Breust and 10-year-old Henry have beThe Blue Ribbon Cup is one of the AFL’s longest standing traditions and honours the courage and sacrifice of all Victorian police officers and those that have fallen in the line of duty.

Once again in 2023, players, coaches and on-field staff from both the Hawks and the Saints will wear blue and white checked armbands as a show of respect.

The match was first established in 2000 as a tribute to Victoria police members, Sergeant Gary Silk and Senior Constable Rodney Miller who

were killed in the line of duty in Moorabbin on August 16, 1998.

At the end of the match, all players will receive commemorative Blue Ribbon medals, with the best player from each team, as voted by the opposing club’s president, to also be awarded Silk-Miller Memorial Medals.

Hawthorn acting CEO Ash Klein acknowledged the legacy of the Blue Ribbon Cup at Hawthorn.

“The Blue Ribbon Cup has been woven into the fabric of our club over its 24-year history with us,” Klein said.

“Each year we are reminded of the courage and sacrifice of Victoria’s police officers. This match is an opportunity to honour and thank the people in blue for the incredible work they do in our community.”

The Blue Ribbon Foundation was incorporated in 1998 to preserve the memory of Victoria Police members killed in the line of duty through the support of worthwhile community projects and programs. They raise much needed funds for emergency and life-saving medical facilities in public hospitals that are named in honour of Victoria Police officers who have died in the line of duty. Thanks to the support of the Victorian community, Victoria Police members, veterans and families and 17 volunteer branches, the Blue Ribbon Foundation have proudly contributed over $11m to Victorian public hospitals.

SHOW OF SUPPORT: Players will again wear blue and white checked armbands today as St Kilda’s Mason Wood and Hawthorn’s Jack Scrimshaw did in last year’s game; (inset) the Blue Ribbon Cup.

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

36.15 (231) v Fitzroy, R6, 1991, North Hobart

LOWEST SCORE

1.7 (13) v Melbourne, R9, 1926, MCG

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

165 points v Port Adelaide, R21, 2011, MCG

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

12 games – R9, 1961 to Grand Final, 1961; R2, 2013 to R14, 2013

WORST LOSING SEQUENCE 27

Scott, David Parkin (also coach Haw, Carl, Fitz), Jason Dunstall, John Platten, Kelvin Moore, Robert DiPierdomenico, Darren Jarman (also Adel), Paul Salmon (also Ess), Chris Langford, Shane Crawford, Rick Davies, Terry Wallace (also Rich, Foots, coach WB, Rich), Sam Mitchell (also WCE)

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Leigh Matthews (forward pocket), Gary Ablett snr (interchange)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1963-1965: John Peck (69, 68, 56)

1968: Peter Hudson (125)

1970-1971: Peter Hudson (146, 140)

FINALS

86 games – 53 wins, 33 losses

OVERALL RECORD: 2077 games – 1008 wins, 1056 losses, 13 draws

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RECORD AT CURRENT

TOP GOALKICKING PERFORMANCES

17 Jason Dunstall (v Richmond, R7, 1992, Waverley Park)

16 P eter Hudson (v Melbourne, R5, 1969, Glenferrie Oval)

14 Jason Dunstall (v Footscray, R19, 1996, Waverley Park)

13 Peter Hudson (v South Melbourne, R11, 1969, Glenferrie Oval)

13 P eter Hudson (v South Melbourne, R8, 1970, Glenferrie Oval)

13 L ance Franklin (v North Melbourne, R10, 2012, University of Tasmania Stadium)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Col Austen (1949 tied), Robert DiPierdomenico (1986 tied), John Platten (1987 tied), Shane Crawford (1999), Sam Mitchell (2012), Tom Mitchell (2018)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Leigh Matthews (also coach Coll, Bris Lions), Peter Hudson, John J. Kennedy (also coach Haw, N Melb).

INDUCTEES: Graham Arthur, Bert Chadwick (also Melb, coach Melb, Haw), Michael Tuck, Dan Minogue (also Coll, Rich, coach Rich, Haw, Carl, StK, Fitz), Allan Jeans (coach Haw, also StK, coach StK, Rich), Peter Knights (also coach Bris, Haw), Dermott Brereton (also Coll, Syd), Gary Ayres (also coach Geel, Adel), Gary Ablett snr (also Geel), Don

1975: Leigh Matthews (67)

1977: Peter Hudson (99)

1988-1989: Jason Dunstall (124, 128)

1992: Jason Dunstall (139)

2008: Lance Franklin (102)

2011: Lance Franklin (71)

2013: Jarryd Roughead (68)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Colin Robertson (1983), Gary Ayres (1986, 1988), Paul Dear (1991), Luke Hodge (2008, 2014), Brian Lake (2013), Cyril Rioli (2015)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLISTS

Paul Hudson (1992), Paul Salmon (1999)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

John J. Kennedy (1961, 1971, 1976), David Parkin (1978), Allan Jeans (1983, 1986, 1989), Alan Joyce (1988, 1991), Alastair Clarkson (2008, 2013, 2014, 2015)

JIM STYNES MEDALLIST

Luke Hodge (2014)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Nick Holland (1995), Sam Mitchell (2003)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Leigh Matthews (1982), Russell Greene (1984), Jason Dunstall (1992), Shane Crawford (1999), Tom Mitchell (2018)

PREMIERSHIPS

1961, 1971, 1976, 1978, 1983, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1991, 2008, 2013, 2014, 2015

RUNNERS-UP

1963, 1975, 1984, 1985, 1987, 2012

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1961, 1971, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1988, 2012, 2013 WOODEN SPOONS

1925, 1927, 1928, 1932, 1941, 1942, 1946, 1949, 1950, 1953, 1965

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

24.22 (166) v North Melbourne, SF, 1982

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

5.15 (45) v North Melbourne, PF, 1977

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL 99 points v Sydney, QF, 1987

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL 78 points v Essendon, GF, 1985

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

8 Michael Moncrieff, v Collingwood, QF, 1978; Dermott Brereton, v Essendon, GF, 1985; Lance Franklin, v W Bulldogs, QF, 2008

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Six games (2013-14)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Four games (1992-96; 2016-)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

134 games – 83 wins, 51 losses

Premierships 1968, 1969, 1977, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1991, 1992, 1999

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1984 (8051), 1985 (7713), 1986 (7335), 1987 (6516), 1988 (7099), 1989 (8520), 1990 (9882), 1991 (10,006), 1992 (12,338), 1993 (11,388), 1994 (11,245),

2011 (56,224), 2012 (60,841), 2013 (63,353), 2014 (68,650), 2015 (72,924), 2016 (75,351), 2017 (75,663), 2018 (80,302), 2019 (81,211), 2020 (76,343), 2021 (77,079), 2022 (81,494) * denotes current players or coach

MICHAEL TUCK

u 2023 LADDER

HAWTHORN

FORWARDS

9GWSGiants1 798099.4336

10Carlton1 7881111.3634

11Richmond1 788199.7834

12Adelaide1 7890114.7532

13GoldCoast1 789094.5932

14Sydney1 7791110.3430

15Fremantle1 7710089.2528

16Hawthorn1 7512077.2720

17NorthMelb1 721 5065.758

18WestCoast1 7116048.834

FRIDAY, JULY 28

CollingwoodvCarlton(MCG)(N)7.50pm

SATURDAY, JULY 29

GeelongCatsvFremantle(GMHBA)1.45pm

WesternBulldogsvGWSGiants(MARS)1.45pm

GoldCoastSunsvBrisbaneLions(HBS)(T)4.35pm

EssendonvSydneySwans(MRVL)(N)7.25pm

AdelaideCrowsvPortAdelaide(AO)(N)7.10pm

SUNDAY, JULY 30

HawthornvStKilda(MRVL)1.10pm

RichmondvMelbourne(MCG)3.20pm

WestCoastEaglesvNorthMelbourne(OS)2.40pm

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BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

HALF-BACKS

CENTRES CENTRES

HALF-BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

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FORWARDS

ST KILDA

INTERCHANGE FROM INTERCHANGE FROM

IN: Meek, Greene, Mackenzie, Blanck, Ryan, Bramble OUT: Amon, Grainger-Barras, Reeves

IN: Byrnes, Cordy, Stocker, Campbell, Highmore OUT: Howard, Hill

Boundary:

POCKET PROFILE 35 Jack Sinclair

Nickname: Zaghi

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, very vocal

What time should the Grand Final start: 1.10pm

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Listen to Jimmy Webster’s jokes

Ideal length of the home and away season: 17 games

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: I get a haircut every four to five weeks irrespective of games

What sport do you suck at: Golf

Favourite subject at school: German

Former footballer you admire most: Jarryn Geary

Dream job after AFL footy: Golf caddie

Sporting event you cannot miss: Champions League Final

Hobbies or interests outside football: Sports, gaming, travel

What advice would you give a first-year player: Be impatient

What’s something you admire about your club: Loyalty of fans

Best advice your mum gave you: Deal with the facts

Espresso or cold brew: No coffee

Favourite Shapes flavour: Chicken Crimpy

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Pick-up

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: U2

Your go-to karaoke song:

What’s My Age Again? by Blink-182

Three things on your bucket list: Watch Liverpool at Anfield, soccer World Cup, Antarctica

Last book you read: Ross Lyon’s game-plan book

Favourite holiday destination: Mexico City

Who should play your coach in a movie: Vince Vaughn

LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

MARCUS WINDHAGER

HIGHEST SCORE

31.18 (204) v Melbourne, R6, 1978, MCG

LOWEST SCORE

0.1 (1) v Geelong, R17, 1899, Corio Oval

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

139 points v Brisbane Lions, R22, 2005, Marvel Stadium

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

19 games – R1, 2009 to R19, 2009

WORST LOSING SEQUENCE

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Ian Stewart (centre), Alex Jesaulenko (half-forward)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Nicky Winmar (half-forward flank), Jim Krakouer (forward pocket)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1902: Charlie Baker (30)

1936: Bill Mohr (101)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1956: Bill Young (56)

1987: Tony Lockett (117)

1991: Tony Lockett (118)

2004: Fraser Gehrig (90)

GRAND FINALS: 8 PREMIERSHIPS: 1 Adelaide 4 8 17 30 1 Brisbane Lions 52 25 2 7 0 C arlton 2 25 59 164 2 C ollingwood 2 24 60 162 2 Essendon 2 19 7 1 144 4 Fitzroy 183 7 7 105 1 Fremantle 41 23 18 0 Geelong 2 20 8 4 135 1 Gold Coast Suns 18 13 5 0 GWS Giants 14 8 5 1 Hawthorn 162 77 8 3 2 Melbourne 2 20 94 125 1 North Melbourne 165 82 81 2 Port Adelaide 3 5 11 24 0 Richmond 192 74 115 3 Sydney Swans 2 23 80 140 3 University 14 8 6 0 West Coast Eagles 5 4 2 1 32 1 Western Bulldogs 166 8 4 7 9 3

RECORD AT

TOP

15 Tony Lockett (v Sydney, R13, 1992, Moorabbin)

13 Tony Lockett (v Carlton, R21, 1991, Waverley Park)

12 Tony Lockett (v Melbourne, R4, 1987, MCG)

12 Tony Lockett (v West Coast, R9, 1989, Moorabbin)

12 Tony Lockett (v Adelaide, R7, 1991, Moorabbin)

12 Tony Lockett (v Sydney, R9, 1991, SCG)

12 Tony Lockett (v Brisbane, R10, 1992, Moorabbin)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Colin Watson (1925), Brian Gleeson (1957), Neil Roberts (1958), Verdun Howell (1959, tied), Ian Stewart (1965 tied, 1966), Ross Smith (1967), Tony Lockett (1987 tied), Robert Harvey (1997, 1998)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Darrel Baldock (also coach StK), Roy Cazaly (also S Melb, coach S Melb, Haw), Ian Stewart (also Rich, coach Carl, coach S Melb), Tony Lockett (also Syd), Malcolm Blight (StK coach, also N Melb, playing coach N Melb, coach Adel, Geel)

INDUCTEES: Bill Mohr, Colin Watson (also coach StK), Dave McNamara (also coach StK), Wels Eicke (also N Melb, coach StK, N Melb), Vic Cumberland (also Melb), Dan Minogue (coach StK, also Coll, Rich, Haw, coach Rich, Haw, Carl, Fitz), Allan Jeans (also coach StK, Haw, Rich), Carl Ditterich (also Melb, coach Melb), Bob McLean (admin), Les Foote (also N Melb, coach StK), Ross Oakley (admin), Alex Jesaulenko (also Carl, coach Carl, StK), Tim Watson (coach StK, also Ess), Ross Smith (also coach StK), Robert Harvey, Neil Roberts, Verdun Howell, Barry Hall (also player Syd, WB), Trevor Barker, Mick Malthouse (also Rich, coach WB, WCE, Coll, Carl), Nathan Burke, Nicky Winmar (also WB)

2005: Fraser Gehrig (74)

NORM SMITH MEDALLIST

Lenny Hayes (2010)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLIST

Allan Jeans (1966)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLISTS

Nicky Winmar (1996), Robert Harvey (2004), Jason Gram (2008)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Justin Koschitzke (2001), Nick Riewoldt (2002)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Tony Lockett (1987), Robert Harvey (1997), Nick Riewoldt (2004)

PREMIERSHIP

1966

RUNNERS-UP

1913, 1965, 1971, 1997, 2009, 2010

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1997, 2009

WOODEN SPOONS

1897, 1898, 1899, 1900, 1901, 1902, 1904, 1909, 1910, 1920, 1924, 1943, 1945, 1947, 1948, 1952, 1954, 1955, 1977, 1979, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1988, 2000, 2014

FINALS

54 games – 22 wins, 31 losses, 1 draw

MOST FINALS

Kevin

Neale

IN FINALS

24.14 (158) v Essendon, EF, 1973

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

3.8 (26) v Carlton, SF, 1908

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL

67 points v Essendon, EF, 1973

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL

80 points v Brisbane Lions, QF, 2004

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

9 Tony Lockett, v Geelong, EF, 1991

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Two games (1913, 1966, 1972, 1997, 2009, 2010)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Four games (1997-2004)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

107 games – 52 wins, 53 losses, two draws

Premierships 1958, 1996, 2004, 2008

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1984 (4930), 1985 (5708), 1986 (4321), 1987 (3924), 1988 (5799), 1989 (8360), 1990 (11,363), 1991 (9765), 1992 (11,650), 1993 (12,956), 1994 (12,009), 1995 (8870), 1996 (14,375), 1997 (16,610), 1998 (23,204), 1999 (20,793), 2000 (17,855), 2001 (22,248), 2002 (17,696), 2003 (23,626), 2004 (30,534), 2005 (32,043), 2006 (32,327), 2007 (30,394), 2008 (30,063), 2009 (31,906), 2010 (39,021), 2011 (39,276), 2012 (35,440), 2013 (32,707), 2014 (30,739), 2015 (32,746), 2016 (38,009), 2017 (42,052), 2018 (46,301), 2019 (43,038), 2020 (48,588), 2021 (55,802), 2022 (60,172)

* denotes current player or coach

ROBERT HARVEY

CLUB HISTORY

HOW YOUR TEAM RATES IN 2023

KICKING EFFICIENCY SHOT-AT-GOAL ACCURACY

u Moore was inaccurate against the Saints earlier this season in round 11 with 1.3 from five shots at goal. He collected a season-high 31 disposals though and laid a season-high eight tackles.

SCORES PER INSIDE 50

CENTRE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

STOPPAGE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

u Steele led the Saints to a come-from-behind win over the Kangaroos with seven around-the-ground stoppage first possessions – ranked equal-first with Brad Crouch. Steele also generated a team-high seven stoppage clearances.

PRESSURE

FACTOR DIFFERENTIAL

A team’s pressure points* per 100 opportunities to apply pressure.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area. The first kick or effective handball

DYLAN MOORE

JACK STEELE

DIFFERENTIAL EXPLAINED

A statistical value is expressed relative to opposition teams. This is calculated as ‘For’ minus ‘Against’ within a game. For example, if Carlton has 15 centre

SCORE FROM OPPOSITION TURNOVERS SCORE CONCEDED FROM TURNOVERS

Points scored from chains after winning the ball off the opposition.

Points conceded to the opposition from chains after turnovers.

clearances to Essendon’s 12, Carlton’s centre clearances differential for the game is 15-12 = +3, while Essendon’s is 12-15 = -3.

DEFENSIVE-50 REBOUND TO INSIDE 50

Percentage of defensive-50 rebounds that led to a forward-50 entry within the same chain of possessions.

TACKLES IN FORWARD 50

UNCONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

Possessions gained while under no physical pressure, either from a teammate’s disposal or an opposition’s clanger kick.

u Worpel has turned the ball over 61 times in the midfield this season – the most at Hawthorn. The side has also conceded a score from 13.1 per cent of his turnovers –the lowest percentage of the top-10 turnover players.

NASIAH WANGANEEN-MILERA

u Wanganeen-Milera had a team-high 17 uncontested possessions against the Hawks in round 11 this season – of which 15 came directly from handball receives – six more than any other Saint.

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

JAMES WORPEL

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.

RICHMOND VS MELBOURNE

SUNDAY,

Tigers v Demons 20 ROUND

LEFT IN THE DUST: Dustin Martin shows Jake Lever a clean pair of heels during Richmond’s loss to Melbourne on Anzac Eve this year.

HEAD to HEAD

Played 195: Richmond 108, Melbourne 85, draws 2.

Past five: Richmond 2, Melbourne 3.

Most recent game: round 6, 2023, Richmond lost to Melbourne by 18 points at the MCG.

Highest attendance: 85,657, round 5, 2017, at the MCG.

RICHMOND

Home record: 59-37-1

Away record: 49-48-1

Highest score: 30.16 (196), round 2, 1942, at Punt Rd Oval.

Lowest score: 1.6 (12), round 10, 1908, at the MCG.

Greatest winning margin: 93 points, round 9, 1980, at the MCG.

Longest winning sequence: 9, round 12, 1965, to round 8, 1970; round 10, 1971, to round 7, 1975.

Most goals in a game: 9, Michael Roach, round 20, 1980, at the MCG.

MELBOURNE

SNAPSHOT

FORM: Rich – WLWWW Melb – LLWWW

KEY OUTS: Rich – Gibcus (hamstring), Lynch (foot), M. Rioli (concussion), Nankervis (suspended); Melb –Fritsch (foot), McDonald (ankle), Oliver (hamstring)

WAIT AND SEE: Rich – Short (hamstring); Melb – Petty (ribs)

MILESTONES: Rich – Jayden Short (150 games)

WATCH OUT FOR: Christian Petracca was moved back into the midfield against Adelaide last week but showed how dominant he can be playing as a forward, kicking eight goals in the previous two weeks. Will the Demons deploy him forward again?

Talking points

u Melbourne was too strong when these teams met earlier in the year, with Jacob van Rooyen and Kade Chandler combining for six goals.

u Neither team has managed more than 100 points in this match-up since Richmond scored 102 in 2018.

u Can Richmond’s forward line apply enough pressure and compete in the air to match Steven May and Jake Lever ?

u A Tigers win could put them right in the race for the top eight, while a Demons loss could impact their chances of a top-four finish.

u How big an impact can Max Gawn continue to have as the one-out ruckman for the Demons? His past two outings have arguably been his two best games of 2023.

NIC NEGREPONTIS

Prediction: Melbourne by 20 points

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman

Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection

Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

Away record: 37-59-1

Home record: 48-49-1

Highest score: 26.19 (175), round 21, 1993, at the MCG.

Lowest score: 4.10 (34), round 11, 1910, at the MCG.

Greatest winning margin: 121 points, round 21, 1993, at the MCG.

Longest winning sequence: 7, round 11, 1961, to round 1, 1965.

Most goals in a game: 9, Harry Davie, round 5, 1926, at the MCG; Bob C. Johnson, round 1, 1927, at the MCG; Fred Fanning, round 4, 1947, at Punt Rd Oval; David Neitz, round 2, 2004, at the MCG.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

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POCKET PROFILE Dion Prestia

Nickname: The Meatball

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Dave Swallow

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Jacob Hopper

What time should the Grand Final start: 2.30pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 30 games

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Story time at dinner

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: Yes

What sport do you suck at:

Every other sport

Favourite subject at school:

Maths

Former footballer you admire most: Adam Kingsley

Dream job after AFL footy:

Food taster

Sporting event you cannot miss: NFL

Hobbies or interests outside football: Travel, property

What advice would you give a first-year player: Ask as many questions as you can

What’s something you admire about your club: You can be yourself

Best advice your mum gave you:

Eat your pasta

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Pizza

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: Chris Brown

Your go-to karaoke song:

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough

Favourite podcast:

Ausmerican Aces

Three things on your bucket list: Soccer World Cup, NFL Super Bowl, drive around Australia

Last book you read: AFL Record Favourite holiday destination: New York

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HIGHEST SCORE

34.18 (222) v St Kilda, R16, 1980, SCG

LOWEST SCORE

0.8 (8) v St Kilda, R16, 1961, Junction Oval

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

168 points v North Melbourne, R2, 1931, Punt Rd Oval

BEST

13 games – R15, 2019, to R1, 2020

(also Coll, coach Rich), Dan Minogue (also Coll, Haw, coach Rich, Haw, Carl, StK, Fitz), Bill Morris, Robert Walls (Carl, Fitz, also coach Fitz, Carl, Bris, Rich), Matthew Richardson, Maurice Rioli, Terry Wallace (also Haw, Foots, coach WB), Jim Deane, Mick Malthouse (also StK, coach WB, WCE, Coll, Carl), Robert Wiley (also WCE)

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Ian Stewart (centre), Francis Bourke (wing), Royce Hart (centre half-forward), Jack Dyer (interchange)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Maurice Rioli (centre)

FINALS 94 games – 56 wins, 37 losses, 1

MOST

RECORD AT

TOP GOALKICKING PERFORMANCES

14 Doug Strang (v North Melbourne, R2, 1931, Punt Rd Oval)

12 J ack Baggott (v South Melbourne, R9, 1928, Punt Rd Oval)

11 Michael Roach (v Footscray, R7, 1980, Whitten Oval)

11 Michael Roach (v Hawthorn, R5, 1985, Princes Park)

11 Jack Riewoldt* (v GWS Giants, R10, 2014, Giants Stadium)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Stan Judkins (1930, tied), Bill Morris (1948), Roy Wright (1952, tied; 1954), Ian Stewart (1971), Trent Cotchin* (2012, tied), Dustin Martin* (2017)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS : Kevin Bartlett (also coach Rich), Jack Dyer (also coach Rich), Ian Stewart (also StK, coach S Melb, coach Carl), Royce Hart (also coach Foots), Kevin Sheedy (also coach Ess, GWS)

INDUCTEES : Frank Hughes (also coach Rich, Melb), Henry Harrison (also Melb, Geel), Jack Titus (also coach Rich), Percy Bentley (also coach Rich, Carl), Roy Wright, Vic Thorp, Francis Bourke (also coach Rich), Tom Hafey (Rich, also coach Rich, Geel, Coll, Syd), Allan Jeans (StK, also coach StK, Haw, Rich), Dale Weightman, Charlie Pannam

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1920: George Bayliss (62)

1937: Dick Harris (64)

1940: Jack Titus (92)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1980: Michael Roach (107)

1981: Michael Roach (86)

2010: Jack Riewoldt* (78)

2012: Jack Riewoldt* (65)

2018: Jack Riewoldt* (65)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Kevin Bartlett (1980), Maurice Rioli (1982), Dustin Martin* (2017, 2019, 2020)

PREMIERSHIP COACH MEDALLISTS

Dan Minogue (1920, 1921), Frank ‘Checker’ Hughes (1932), Percy Bentley (1934), Jack Dyer (1943)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Tom Hafey (1967, 1969, 1973, 1974), Tony Jewell (1980), Damien Hardwick* (2017, 2019, 2020)

JIM STYNES MEDALLISTS

Andrew Kellaway (2002), Nathan Brown (2004)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Brett Deledio (2005)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Dustin Martin* (2017)

PREMIERSHIPS

1920, 1921, 1932, 1934, 1943, 1967, 1969, 1973, 1974, 1980, 2017, 2019, 2020

RUNNERS-UP

1919, 1924, 1927, 1928, 1929, 1931, 1933, 1940, 1942, 1944, 1972, 1982

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1967, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1977, 1982, 2018

WOODEN SPOONS

JACK RIEWOLDT

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

1.7

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL 118 points v Geelong, SF, 1969

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL

89 points v Geelong, PF, 1995

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

9 Jack Dyer v Essendon, PF, 1944

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Seven games (1973-75)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Four games (2001-15)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

110 games – 50 wins, 60 losses

Premiership 1962

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

(8158), 1993 (9918), 1994 (8229), 1995 (14,647), 1996 (20,308), 1997 (24,975), 1998 (27,092), 1999 (29,047), 2000 (26,869), 2001 (26,501), 2002 (27,251), 2003 (25,101), 2004 (27,133), 2005 (28,029), 2006 (29,406), 2007 (30,044), 2008 (30,820), 2009 (36,981), 2010 (35,960), 2011 (40,184), 2012 (53,027), 2013 (60,321), 2014 (66,122), 2015 (70,809), 2016 (72,278), 2017 (72,669), 2018 (100,726), 2019 (103,358), 2020 (100,420), 2021 (105,084), 2022 (100,792) * denotes current player or coach OVERALL RECORD: 2364 games –1210 wins, 1128 losses, 26 draws GRAND FINALS: 24 PREMIERSHIPS: 13 Adelaide 4 3 17 26 0 Brisbane Lions 5 5 3 4 20 1 C arlton 2 26 97 126 3 C ollingwood 2 15 9 2 121 2 Essendon 208 99 105 4 Fitzroy 166 94 72 0 Fremantle 41 23 17 1 Geelong 202 9 2 107 3 Gold Coast Suns 13 7 6 0 GWS Giants 18 12 6 0 Hawthorn 165 93 7 1 1 Melbourne 195 108 8 5 2 North Melbourne 163 87 74 2 Port Adelaide 3 8 16 2 1 1 St Kilda 192 115 74 3 Sydney Swans 201 110 9 0 1 University 14 9 5 0 West Coast Eagles 50 23 2 7 0 Western Bulldogs 159 82 7 5 2

CLUB HISTORY

u 2023 LADDER

RICHMOND

FORWARDS

798099.4336

10Carlton1 7881111.3634

11Richmond1 788199.7834

12Adelaide1 7890114.7532

13GoldCoast1 789094.5932

14Sydney1 7791110.3430

15Fremantle1 7710089.2528

16Hawthorn1 7512077.2720

17NorthMelb1 721 5065.758

18WestCoast1 7116048.834

FRIDAY, JULY 28

CollingwoodvCarlton(MCG)(N)7.50pm

SATURDAY, JULY 29

GeelongCatsvFremantle(GMHBA)1.45pm

WesternBulldogsvGWSGiants(MARS)1.45pm

GoldCoastSunsvBrisbaneLions(HBS)(T)4.35pm

EssendonvSydneySwans(MRVL)(N)7.25pm

AdelaideCrowsvPortAdelaide(AO)(N)7.10pm

SUNDAY, JULY 30

HawthornvStKilda(MRVL)1.10pm

RichmondvMelbourne(MCG)3.20pm

WestCoastEaglesvNorthMelbourne(OS)2.40pm

u LEADING GOALKICKERS

BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

HALF-BACKS

CENTRES

CENTRES

HALF-BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

BACKS

FORWARDS

MELBOURNE

IN: Cumberland, Short, Ryan OUT: Nil

IN: Harmes, Spargo, Hibberd, Petty, Grundy OUT: Sparrow, Brown

Boundary: Nicholas PHILLIPS, Patrick DINEEN, Simon BLIGHT, Michael BARLOW

Goals: Alex CHISHOLM, Angus McKENZIE-WILLS EM: Luke EDWARDS

Coach Simon Goodwin

Coach Andrew McQualter

Co-captains Dylan Grimes, Toby Nankervis

POCKET PROFILE 32 Tom Sparrow

Nickname: Fridge

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: Kysaiah Pickett

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Ed Langdon

What time should the Grand Final start: 2.10pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 23 rounds

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Watch TV

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: No

What sport do you suck at: Cricket

Favourite subject at school: PE

Former footballer you admire most: Chris Judd

Dream job after AFL footy: Doctor

Sporting event you cannot miss: US Masters Dog person or cat person: Dog

Hobbies or interests outside football: Golf

What advice would you give a first-year player: Life/work balance is important

Best advice your mum gave you: Be confident

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Barbecue

UberEats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Pick-up

First concert you attended: A$AP Rocky

Your go-to karaoke song: Music Sounds Better With You by Stardust

Some things on your bucket list: Hit a hole in one, go to Antarctica

Last book you read: Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter

Favourite holiday destination: Airlie Beach

Who should play your coach in a movie: Daniel Craig

After suffering years of disappointment, Melbourne fans finally enjoyed an unforgettable ride in 2021 as their side broke a 57-year premiership drought.

While the wait was riddled with plenty of turmoil, there were still lots of moments worthy of reflecting on to encapsulate what it has been like being a Demons supporter.

Over those 57 years of heartbreak, hope, anguish and optimism, Ian Munro kept a record of life as a Melbourne supporter and summarises how all Demon fans have felt in his book Between the Flags: Making sense of 57 years of heartache.

What started as a deep dive into the VFL’s efforts to equalise the competition by creating a country zoning method for recruiting – as well as a tribute to 1988 Grand Final coach John Northey – has become a memoir that all Melbourne fans can relate to.

Conducting dozens of interviews with former players and coaches, as well as members of the cheer squad during the dark times, Munro investigates what shifted for the club and why Melbourne supporters decided to stay loyal and trust that one day the tide would turn.

“What I was trying to get at really was, why did we stay with the club?

DROUGHT-BREAKER A GAME-CHANGER

ZAC SHARPE

What makes you stick with a losing cause like that?” he said.

With the Demons flying again in 2023, Between the Flags: Making sense of 57 years of heartache is a timely reflection of the sacrifice and

pain Demon fans have experienced. Munro highlights the strength, resilience and loyalty those fans showcase today in the hope it can make sense for everyone who felt the pain over 57 years.

Between the Flags: Making sense of 57 years of heartache by Ian Munro. RRP: $39.95 at bookshops; $45, including postage, at betweentheflags57.com.au

To purchase online ($45.00 incl. postage and handling Australia-wide) or find participating bookshops (RRP $39.95) go to www.betweentheflags57.com.au

WHILE STOCKS LAST

BROTHERS IN ARMS: Narrm players (from left) Kysaiah Pickett, Steven May and Deakyn Smith model the club’s Indigenous guernsey. May is in the version that will be worn today.

LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

JAKE MELKSHAM

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

28.14 (182) v North Melbourne, R21, 1986, MCG; v North Melbourne, R5, 1991, MCG

LOWEST SCORE

0.2 (2) v Fitzroy, R16, 1899, Brunswick St Oval

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

141 points v Hawthorn, R9, 1926, MCG

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE 19

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Ron Barassi (ruck-rover), Norm Smith (coach)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Byron Pickett (interchange)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1897: Jack Leith (22)

1904: Vince Coutie (39)

1911: Harry Brereton (46)

1912: Harry Brereton (56)

1943: Fred Fanning (62)

1944: Fred Fanning (87)

1945: Fred Fanning (67)

MOST GOALS IN FINALS

OVERALL RECORD: 2505 games –1147 wins, 1336 losses, 22 draws

RECORD AT CURRENT

TOP FIVE GOALKICKING

PERFORMANCES

18 Fred Fanning (v St Kilda, R19, 1947, Junction Oval)

13 Harry Davie (v Carlton, R14, 1925, Princes Park)

12 Norm Smith (v Footscray, R17, 1941, MCG)

12 G eorge Margitich (v North Melbourne, R17, 1931, MCG)

12 B ob C. Johnson (v Hawthorn, R11, 1933, MCG)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Ivor Warne-Smith (1926, 1928), Don Cordner (1946), Brian Wilson (1982), Peter Moore (1984), Jim Stynes (1991), Shane Woewodin (2000)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Ron Barassi (also Carl, coach Carl, NM, Melb, Syd), Norm Smith (also playing coach Fitz, coach Melb, S Melb)

INDUCTEES: Allan La Fontaine (also coach Melb), Bert Chadwick (also Haw, coach Melb, Haw), Bill McClelland (admin), David Christy, Henry Harrison (admin), Ivor Warne-Smith (also coach Melb), Jack Mueller, Percy Beames (also coach Melb), Frank Hughes (coach Melb, also Rich, coach Rich), Vic Cumberland (also StK), Robert Flower, Gerard Healy (also Syd), Jim Stynes, Stuart Spencer, Peter Moore (also Coll), Tom Wills (admin), Carl Ditterich (also StK, coach Melb), Johnny Lewis (also NM, coach NM), Brian Dixon (also coach NM), Stan Heal, Bob B. Johnson, Hassa Mann, Simon Goodwin (coach Melb, also player Adel), David Neitz

1947: Fred Fanning (97)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLIST

2002: David Neitz (75)

NORM SMITH MEDALLIST

Christian Petracca* (2021)

PREMIERSHIP COACH MEDALLISTS

Bert Chadwick (1926), Frank ‘Checker’ Hughes (1939, 1940, 1941, 1948)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Norm Smith (1955, 1956, 1957, 1959, 1960, 1964), Simon Goodwin* (2021)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Jared Rivers (2004), Jesse Hogan (2015), Luke Jackson (2021)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Jim Stynes (1991)

AFL COACHES ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Max Gawn* (2018), Clayton Oliver* (2021), Clayton Oliver* (2022)

PREMIERSHIPS

1900, 1926, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1948, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1959, 1960, 1964, 2021

RUNNERS-UP

1946, 1954, 1958, 1988, 2000

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1955, 1956, 1958, 1990, 2021

WOODEN SPOONS

1905, 1906, 1919, 1923, 1951, 1969, 1974, 1978, 1981, 1997, 2008, 2009

FINALS

92 games – 54 wins, 36 losses, 2 draws

MOST FINALS

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

25.16 (166) v Collingwood, PF, 1948

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

0.8 (8) v Essendon, Final, 1897

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL

118 points v North Melbourne, EF, 1987

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL

96 points v Hawthorn, GF, 1988

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

10 G arry Lyon (v W Bulldogs, SF, 1994)

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Six games (1940-46)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Three games (1897; 1936-37; 1961-62; 2002-05)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

101 games – 47 wins, 54 losses

Premierships 1971, 1987, 1989

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1984 (6297), 1985 (5801), 1986 (4511), 1987 (3122), 1988 (10,078), 1989 (8184), 1990 (10,111), 1991 (10,153), 1992 (8681), 1993 (10,097), 1994 (10,648), 1995 (9544), 1996 (12,964), 1997 (15,350), 1998 (17,870), 1999 (19,713), 2000 (18,227), 2001 (21,409), 2002 (20,152), 2003 (20,555), 2004 (20,647), 2005 (24,805), 2006 (24,698), 2007 (28,077), 2008 (32,600), 2009 (31,506), 2010 (33,358), 2011 (36,937), 2012 (35,459), 2013 (33,177), 2014 (35,911), 2015 (35,953), 2016 (39,146), 2017 (42,233), 2018 (44,275), 2019 (52,421), 2020 (40,571), 2021 (53,188), 2022 (66,484) * denotes current player or coach

DAVID NEITZ

HOW YOUR TEAM RATES IN 2023

KICKING EFFICIENCY SHOT-AT-GOAL ACCURACY

u Only Tom Lynch has kicked more goals against Melbourne since 2020 than Riewoldt – with the latter booting 10 goals from five games. He has posted a shot at goal accuracy of 52.6 per cent though which ranks sixth of the top-10 for shots over this period.

CENTRE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

STOPPAGE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

u In the last three rounds, Gawn has had a team-high 12 around-the-ground stoppage first possessions. He has also generated a team-high 11 stoppage clearances – one more than Angus Brayshaw.

SCORES PER INSIDE 50

PRESSURE

FACTOR DIFFERENTIAL

A team’s pressure points* per 100 opportunities to apply pressure.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area. The first kick or effective handball in

JACK RIEWOLDT

MAX GAWN

DIFFERENTIAL EXPLAINED

A statistical value is expressed relative to opposition teams. This is calculated as ‘For’ minus ‘Against’ within a game. For example, if Carlton has 15 centre

SCORE FROM OPPOSITION TURNOVERS SCORE CONCEDED FROM TURNOVERS

Points scored from chains after winning the ball off the opposition.

Points conceded to the opposition from chains after turnovers.

clearances to Essendon’s 12, Carlton’s centre clearances differential for the game is 15-12 = +3, while Essendon’s is 12-15 = -3.

DEFENSIVE-50 REBOUND TO INSIDE 50

u Baker has turned the ball over 40 times in the forward half this season – the equal seventh-most at Richmond. The side has also conceded just one point from his turnovers – the equal-fewest of the top-10 turnover players.

TACKLES IN FORWARD 50

UNCONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

Possessions gained while under no physical pressure, either from a teammate’s disposal or an opposition’s clanger kick.

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

CHRISTIAN SALEM

u Salem won a career-high 28 uncontested possessions when he last came up against the Tigers in round six, 2021. He also won his most disposals in a game (39) and gained the most metres in a match (787).

Percentage of defensive-50 rebounds that led to a forward-50 entry within the same chain of possessions.

LIAM BAKER

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.

WEST COAST EAGLES VS NORTH MELBOURNE

Eagles v Kangaroos 20 ROUND

HEAD to HEAD

Past five: West Coast Eagles 2, North Melbourne 3.

Most recent game: round 1, 2023, West Coast Eagles lost to North Melbourne by 5 points at Marvel Stadium.

Highest attendance: 55,781, first semi-final, 1997, at the MCG.

WEST COAST EAGLES

Home record: 18-9

Away record: 11-16

Highest score: 24.18 (162), round 6, 1987, at Subiaco Oval; 24.18 (162), first elimination final, 2012, at Subiaco Oval.

Lowest score: 6.5 (41), round 19, 2018, at Blundstone Arena.

Greatest winning margin: 96 points, first elimination final, 2012, at Subiaco Oval.

SNAPSHOT

FORM: WCE – LLLLL NM – LLLLL

KEY OUTS: WCE – Culley (knee), Ginbey (hamstring), Jones (ankle), Naitanui (achilles), Ryan (hamstring), Shuey (hamstring), Waterman (illness), West (knee); NM – ColemanJones (concussion), Comben (ankle), Logue (knee), Mahony (shoulder), Shiels (calf), Wardlaw (hamstring), Zurhaar (ankle)

WAIT AND SEE: WCE – Barrass (shoulder), McGovern (concussion), Yeo (hip); NM – Powell (knee), Simpkin (concussion)

MILESTONES: Nil

WATCH OUT FOR: The bottom two sides enter this clash on the back of 16-game losing streaks, an AFL first. It’s a tipster’s nightmare!

Talking points

u Andrew Gaff has found form since coming on as a sub against Richmond in round 18. On that day he had 24 touches and in last week’s loss to Carlton he finished with 30 disposals and six inside 50s.

u The Eagles have been harder to beat at home of late. The Saints only got them by eight points in round 16 and the Tigers were forced to grind them down two weeks ago.

u Luke Davies-Uniacke has been colossal for North. Over the past three weeks he has averaged 29 disposals, seven tackles and seven clearances.

u Nick Larkey remains third in the Coleman Medal race with 48 goals. He kicked six goals when the Roos beat the Eagles by five points in round one.

ANDREW SLEVISON

Prediction: West Coast by one point

ALLIES DOMINATE U18 TEAM

u L arke medallist Ryley Sanders and all five MVP winners from the recent AFL National Under-18 Championships were named in the All-Australian team last week.

Sanders was named in the centre as one of eight members of the historic championship-winning Allies team. He was joined

by his team’s MVP Connor Sullivan at full-back, Gold Coast Academy ruckman

Ethan Read and likely top five picks Jed Walter and Colby McKercher, while their coach Mark McVeigh also recognised.

Victoria Country MVP and likely No. 1 draft selection

Harley Reid was named at full-forward, Victoria Metro’s

Oliver Murphy was picked in the back pocket, South Australia’s Sid Draper is on a half-forward flank and Western Australia’s Daniel Curtin is at centre half-back.

Levi Ashcroft, the younger brother of injured Brisbane Lions rising star Will, was named on the bench despite being just 16.

Longest winning sequence: 5, round 15, 2005, to round 19, 2007; round 1, 2011, to round 8, 2013.

Most goals in a game: 7, Peter Sumich, round 4, 1991, at the WACA; Josh Kennedy, round 1, 2017, at Marvel Stadium; Josh Kennedy, round 19, 2019, Optus Stadium.

NORTH MELBOURNE

Away record: 9-18

Home record: 16-11

Highest score: 24.10 (154), round 15, 2001, at Subiaco Oval.

Lowest score: 4.10 (34), round 18, 2020, at Metricon Stadium.

Greatest winning margin: 62 points, round 18, 1995, at Princes Park.

Longest winning sequence: 5, round 10, 1997, to round 11, 1999. Most goals in a game: 8, John Longmire, round 10, 1990, at the MCG.

UNDER-18 ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

B: William Patton (SA), Connor Sullivan (Allies), Oliver Murphy (VM)

HB: Riley Hardeman (WA), Daniel Curtin (WA), Archie Roberts (VM)

C: Jake Rogers (Allies), Ryley Sanders (Allies), Colby McKercher (Allies)

HF: Sid Draper (SA), Jed Walter (Allies), Koen Sanchez (WA)

F: Zane Duursma (VC), Harley Reid (VC), Nick Watson (VM)

R: Ethan Read (Allies), Clay Hall (WA), Caiden Cleary (Allies)

IC: Levi Ashcroft (VM), William Green (VM), James Leake (Allies), Finn O’Sullivan (VC), George Stevens (VC)

COACH: Mark McVeigh (Allies)

COOL HAND LUKE: West Coast’s Luke Shuey fires out a handball despite the desperate efforts of Hugh Greenwood and Jy Simpkin in North Melbourne’s thrilling round one win.

Played 54: West Coast Eagles 29, North Melbourne 25.

SAMO PETREVSKI-SETON10

POCKET PROFILE 20 Jeremy McGovern

Nickname: Gov

Which current AFL player gave you the biggest bath in junior footy: None

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Shannon Hurn

What time should the Grand Final start: 2pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: Play everyone once

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Watch docos

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: No

What sport do you suck at:

Swimming

Favourite subject at school:

Woodwork

Former footballer you admire most: Chris Masten

Sporting event you can’t miss: UFC Hobbies or interests outside football: Fishing Dog person or cat person: Dog

What’s something you admire about your club: Its community involvement

Espresso or cold brew: Espresso

Favourite Shapes flavour: Pizza

First concert you attended: Big Day Out

Favourite podcast: The Joe Rogan Experience

Last book you read: Zero to One by Blake Masters and Peter Thiel

Favourite holiday destination: Exmouth

Who should play your coach in a movie: Seann William Scott

WA'SHOMEOF SPORT

BREAKFAST SCOTTY & GOSS

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE

29.18 (192) v Brisbane, R3, 1988, WACA

LOWEST SCORE

1.12 (18) v Essendon, R15, 1989, Windy Hill

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

135 points v Adelaide, R19, 1995, Subiaco Oval

BEST WINNING SEQUENCE

12 games – R1, 1991 to R13, 1991

WORST

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Chris Judd (2004), Ben Cousins (2005), Matt Priddis (2014)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

INDUCTEES: Ross Glendinning (also NM), Peter Matera, Dean Kemp, Glen Jakovich, Guy McKenna (also coach Gold Coast), John Todd (also coach West Coast), Mick Malthouse (coach West Coast, also StK, Rich, coach WB, Coll, Carl), Dean Cox, Chris Judd (also Carl), Robert Wiley (also Rich), Sam Mitchell (also Haw)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Peter Matera (wing), Chris Lewis (forward pocket)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLIST

1999: Scott Cummings (88)

2015: Josh Kennedy (75)

2016: Josh Kennedy (80)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Peter Matera (1992), Dean Kemp (1994), Chris Judd (2005), Andrew Embley (2006), Luke Shuey* (2018)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Mick Malthouse (1992, 1994), John Worsfold (2006), Adam Simpson* (2018)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Ben Cousins (1996)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Ben Cousins (2005), Chris Judd (2006)

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

24.18 (162) v North Melbourne, EF, 2012

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

4.10 (34) v Sydney, EF, 2004

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL

96 points v North Melbourne, EF, 2012

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL

77 points v Essendon, SF, 1996

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

8 Peter Sumich, v Geelong, SF, 1992

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Four games (1992-93; 2018-19)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Four games (1996-98; 1999-2004)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

73 games – 36 wins, 37 losses

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1987 (2800), 1988 (8480), 1989 (9223), 1990 (10,450), 1991 (17,636), 1992 (23,902), 1993 (25,779), 1994 (24,265), 1995 (26,821),

RECORD AT CURRENT VENUES

TOP

14 Scott Cummings (v Adelaide, R4, 2000, WACA)

13 Peter Sumich (v Western Bulldogs, R13, 1991, WACA)

12 Mark LeCras (v Essendon, R6, 2010, Marvel Stadium)

11 Peter Sumich (v Essendon, R15, 1992, MCG)

11 Josh Kennedy (v GWS Giants, R8, 2014, Subiaco Oval)

10 S cott Cummings (v Fremantle, R6, 2000, Subiaco Oval)

10 Josh Kennedy (v Western Bulldogs, R9, 2011, Subiaco Oval)

10 Josh Kennedy (v Carlton, R2, 2015, Subiaco Oval)

u 2023 LADDER

WEST COAST EAGLES

FORWARDS

9GWSGiants1 798099.4336

10Carlton1 7881111.3634

11Richmond1 788199.7834

12Adelaide1 7890114.7532

13GoldCoast1 789094.5932

14Sydney1 7791110.3430

15Fremantle1 7710089.2528

16Hawthorn1 7512077.2720

17NorthMelb1 721 5065.758

18WestCoast1 7116048.834

FRIDAY, JULY 28

CollingwoodvCarlton(MCG)(N)7.50pm

SATURDAY, JULY 29

GeelongCatsvFremantle(GMHBA)1.45pm

WesternBulldogsvGWSGiants(MARS)1.45pm

GoldCoastSunsvBrisbaneLions(HBS)(T)4.35pm

EssendonvSydneySwans(MRVL)(N)7.25pm

AdelaideCrowsvPortAdelaide(AO)(N)7.10pm

SUNDAY, JULY 30

HawthornvStKilda(MRVL)1.10pm

RichmondvMelbourne(MCG)3.20pm

WestCoastEaglesvNorthMelbourne(OS)2.40pm

u LEADING GOALKICKERS

BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

HALF-BACKS

CENTRES

CENTRES

HALF-BACKS

HALF-FORWARDS

BACKS

FORWARDS

NORTH MELBOURNE

IN: L. Edwards, Yeo, Rotham, Clark, Jamieson OUT: Shuey, Petrevski-Seton

IN: Simpkin, Greenwood, Turner, Hansen OUT: Shiels

WEST COAST EAGLES

NORTH MELBOURNE

Coach

Coach

POCKET PROFILE 18 Hugh Greenwood

Nickname: GOATwood

Which teammate will become an AFL coach one day: Jack Ziebell

What time should the Grand Final start: 7.30pm

Ideal length of the home and away season: 30+ games

How do you pass the time before a night game when you’re on the road: Nap with no alarm

Do you get your hair cut before a big game on TV: Yes

Favourite subject at school: Psychology

Former footballer you admire most: Garry Hocking

Dream job after AFL footy: College basketball coach

Sporting event you cannot miss: Super Bowl

Hobbies or interests outside football: Surfing and spending time with family

What’s something you admire about your club: Shinboner spirit

What advice would you give a first-year player: Ask as many questions as possible

Espresso or cold brew: Cold brew

Favourite Shapes flavour: Chicken Crimpy

Uber Eats or DoorDash: Uber Eats

Home delivery or pick-up: Home delivery

Dog person or cat person: Dog

First concert you attended: A$AP Rocky

Your go-to karaoke song: Baby Shark by Pinkfong

Favourite podcast: Hamish & Andy

Three things on your bucket list: Surf the Maldives, swim with whale sharks, live in a caravan

Last book you read: Psychology 105

Favourite holiday destination: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Who should play your coach in a movie: Tom Cruise

LEGEND’S LEGACY LIVES ON

It was a fitting day and date when a group of sporting stars and TV personalities gathered in Melbourne this week for RULE Prostate Cancer’s launch of the National Legends Month.

The launch was held on July 27, a date that has special significance for the family of the late, great Ted Whitten snr.

It would have been the former Footscray star’s 90th birthday but he was diagnosed with prostate cancer almost 30 years ago and passed away on August 18, 1995.

But his legacy lives on thanks to RULE Prostate Cancer, an organisation which is leading the way to protect more Australian men in the fight against prostate cancer.

RULE Prostate Cancer launched National Legends Month, a campaign that will run from August 3 to September 3.

Olympic gold medallist Steve Hooker OAM, Melbourne Cupwinning trainer David Eustace and TV presenter Jo Silvagni were among notable those rallying to RULE Prostate Cancer at the 2023 launch of National Legends Month at Mick Molloy’s Hotel Railway in Brunswick.

For the second successive year, the Australian Hotels Association, representing around 5000 venues nationwide, is helping protect our legends by raising vital funds for RULE throughout August.

Patrons are encouraged to join in the effort by visiting participating pubs or Thirsty Camel outlets and purchasing a $20 RULE bucket hat.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to support our legends …

Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62

TED WHITTEN JNR

whether it be dad, a brother, mate, husband or uncle, by simply visiting our local pub and purchasing a RULE bucket hat,” AHA president David Canny said.

Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australian men. More than 3000 Australian legends die from prostate cancer every year, however there are great survival rates if caught early.

Special guest Rosemary Blake attended the launch, keen to spread the word about the importance of early testing, after recently losing her husband Steve to prostate cancer.

“He was very frustrated and annoyed with himself for not getting a blood test earlier,” she said.

“There are so many wonderful men, that for lots of reasons don’t get checked early enough, who are suffering and dying but don’t have to be. We can do something about that.”

It’s also a subject close to the heart of Ted Whitten jnr, RULE Prostate Cancer director and son of the legendary E.J. Whitten.

“Dad ignored early symptoms and sadly left us at just 62 years of age,” Whitten jnr said.

“I urge people to get behind this cause and support the

legends in their lives before it’s too late.”

RULE ambassador and media personality Jo Silvagni said: “I lost my dad (to prostate cancer) and had this initiative been around then he still may have been able to meet all his grandchildren … as a kid everyone’s dad is their legend. Help protect your legend”.

All funds raised by RULE will go directly to the Australian Prostate Centre, which is unique in Australia, and one of the few medical facilities in the world focused on the complete treatment and care of men with prostate cancer and urological conditions.

Members of the public can also participate in the ‘RULE the Road’ raffle, by purchasing a $40 raffle ticket to go into the draw to win a $75,000 Legendary Isuzu D-Max, or donating directly at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

National Legends Month is supported by Australian Hotels Association, Thirsty Camel, PFD Food Services, Tool Kit Depot, e&s, Chemist Warehouse and Racing.com.

E.J. WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCH

The E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch will be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Tickets are $330 per person or $3300 for a table of 10.

The lunch will be hosted by former Bulldogs star and media personality LUKE DARCY and will feature a performance by ARIA award winning singer and songwriter KATE CEBERANO. Book at ruleprostatecancer.org.au

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Ted Whitten (above) in his playing days and (inset) the Silvagni family are spreading the RULE Prostate Cancer message.

CLUB HISTORY

HIGHEST SCORE 35.19 (229) v Sydney, R6, 1993, Ikon Park LOWEST

1.8 (14) v Geelong, R21, 2019, GMHBA Stadium GREATEST WINNING MARGIN

141 points v Richmond, R2, 1990, MCG

– R14, 1998 to PF, 1998

OVERALL RECORD: 2065 games – 895 wins, 1152 losses, 18 draws

RECORD

14 John Longmire (v Melbourne, R14, 1990, MCG)

12 John Longmire (v Richmond, R2, 1990, MCG)

11 Jock Spencer (v South Melbourne, R16, 1950, Lake Oval)

11 Malcolm Blight (v Western Bulldogs, R17, 1981, Whitten Oval)

11 Wayne Carey (v Melbourne, R17, 1996, MCG)

BROWNLOW MEDALLISTS

Noel Teasdale (1965 tied), Keith Greig (1973, 1974), Malcolm Blight (1978), Ross Glendinning (1983)

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

LEGENDS: Ron Barassi (coach NM, also Melb, Carl, also coach Carl, Melb, Syd), Malcolm Blight (also coach NM, Geel, Adel, StK), John J. Kennedy (also coach Haw), Russell Ebert

INDUCTEES: Johnny Lewis (also Melb, coach NM), Allen Aylett, Keith Greig, Les Foote (also StK, coach StK), Wayne Schimmelbusch (also coach NM), David Dench, Ross Glendinning (also WCE), Barry

Davis (also Ess, coach of Ess), Doug Wade (also Geel), Wels Eicke (also StK, coach NM, StK), John Murphy (also Fitz, S Melb), John Kennedy (coach NM, also Haw, coach Haw), John Rantall (also S Melb, Fitz), Gary Dempsey (also Foots), Tom Fitzmaurice (also Ess, Geel, coach Geel), Noel Teasdale, Wayne Carey (also Adel), Brian Dixon (coach NM, also Melb), Glenn Archer, Graham Cornes (also coach Adel), Peter Bell (also Frem), Anthony Stevens, Brent Harvey

AFL TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Keith Greig (wing)

INDIGENOUS TEAM OF THE CENTURY

Jim Krakouer (forward pocket), Barry Cable (rover, coach), Byron Pickett (interchange)

LEADING GOALKICKER MEDALLISTS

1941: Sel Murray (88)

JOHN COLEMAN MEDALLISTS

1974: Doug Wade (91)

1982: Malcolm Blight (94)

1990: John Longmire (98)

NORM SMITH MEDALLISTS

Glenn Archer (1996), Shannon Grant (1999)

JOCK McHALE MEDALLISTS

Ron Barassi (1975, 1977), Denis Pagan (1996, 1999)

JIM STYNES MEDALLIST

Brent Harvey (2003)

MICHAEL TUCK MEDALLISTS

Mick Martyn (1995), Wayne Carey (1998)

AFL RISING STAR AWARD

Byron Pickett (1998)

AFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

MVP AWARD

Wayne Carey (1995, 1998), Corey McKernan (1996)

PREMIERSHIPS

1975, 1977, 1996, 1999

RUNNERS-UP

1950, 1974, 1976, 1978, 1998

McCLELLAND TROPHY

1976, 1978, 1983, 1998

WOODEN SPOONS

1926, 1929, 1930, 1931, 1934, 1935, 1937, 1940, 1956, 1961, 1968, 1970, 1972, 2021, 2022

FINALS

75 games – 35 wins, 39 losses, 1 draw

MOST FINALS

MOST

HIGHEST SCORE IN A FINAL

21.25 (151) v Collingwood, GF replay, 1977

LOWEST SCORE IN A FINAL

5.10 (40) v Melbourne, EF, 1987

GREATEST WINNING MARGIN IN A FINAL

67 points v Hawthorn, PF, 1977

GREATEST LOSING MARGIN IN A FINAL

125 points v Essendon, 1QF, 2000

MOST GOALS IN A FINAL

7 Brett Allison, v Geelong, QF, 1996; Wayne Carey v Geelong, QF, 1997; David King v Essendon, QF, 2000; Craig Sholl v Melbourne, PF, 2000

BEST FINALS WINNING STREAK

Five games (1996-97)

WORST FINALS LOSING STREAK

Four games (1945-50, 2000-07)

PRE-SEASON/NIGHT SERIES

133 games – 77 wins, 56 losses

Premierships 1965, 1966, 1980, 1995, 1998

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

1984 (6374), 1985 (6520), 1986 (5318), 1987 (3430), 1988 (4415), 1989 (3411), 1990 (5201), 1991 (6683), 1992 (6083), 1993 (6851), 1994 (10,296), 1995 (14,027), 1996 (14,438), 1997 (19,368), 1998 (20,196), 1999 (22,080), 2000 (22,156), 2001 (22,940), 2002 (20,831), 2003 (21,403), 2004 (23,420), 2005 (24,154), 2006 (24,624), 2007 (22,366), 2008 (29,619), 2009 (28,340), 2010 (26,953), 2011 (28,761), 2012 (33,423), 2013 (34,607), 2014 (39,060), 2015 (41,012), 2016 (45,014), 2017 (40,343), 2018 (40,789), 2019 (42,419), 2020 (38,667), 2021 (46,357), 2022 (50,191) * denotes current player or coach

BRENT HARVEY

HOW YOUR TEAM RATES IN 2023

KICKING EFFICIENCY SHOT-AT-GOAL ACCURACY

JACK DARLING

u Darling has been off target at Optus Stadium this season – posting the lowest shot-at-goal accuracy there this season (31.6 per cent). He has kicked six goals and 12 behinds along with one missed shot

SCORES PER INSIDE 50

CENTRE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

STOPPAGE CLEARANCES DIFFERENTIAL

TRISTAN XERRI

u In the last three rounds, Xerri has had 17 around-the-ground stoppage first possessions –ranked second behind Luke Davies-Uniacke. Xerri has also generated a 10 stoppage clearances – also ranked second behind Davies-Uniacke.

PRESSURE

FACTOR DIFFERENTIAL

A team’s pressure points* per 100 opportunities to apply pressure.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area. The first kick or effective handball in

DIFFERENTIAL EXPLAINED

A statistical value is expressed relative to opposition teams. This is calculated as ‘For’ minus ‘Against’ within a game. For example, if Carlton has 15 centre

SCORE FROM OPPOSITION TURNOVERS SCORE CONCEDED FROM TURNOVERS

Points scored from chains after winning the ball off the opposition.

Points conceded to the opposition from chains after turnovers.

clearances to Essendon’s 12, Carlton’s centre clearances differential for the game is 15-12 = +3, while Essendon’s is 12-15 = -3.

DEFENSIVE-50 REBOUND TO INSIDE 50

Percentage of defensive-50 rebounds that led to a forward-50 entry within the same chain of possessions.

TACKLES IN FORWARD 50

UNCONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

Possessions gained while under no physical pressure, either from a teammate’s disposal or an opposition’s clanger kick.

u Hunt has turned the ball over 46 times in the midfield this season – the equal second-most at West Coast. The side has conceded 50 points from his turnovers – the most of the top-10 turnover players.

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS DIFFERENTIAL

u No Kangaroos player won more uncontested possessions against the Eagles in the season opener this year than Davies-Uniacke (19). He only took one mark for the game – but did kick one goal and provide two score assists.

JAYDEN HUNT

LUKE DAVIES-UNIACKE

2023 LEAGUE LEADERS

DISPOSALS KICKS HANDBALLSMARKS

Disposing of the ball via a handball or kick.Disposing of the ball by foot.

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS AFL PLAYER RATINGS

Scoring chains where the player had a disposal, hit-out to advantage, kick-in or knock-on.

As seen on AFL.com.au. The most advanced metric of player performance available using data from 2023.

Disposing of the ball by hand.

Catching a kicked ball that has travelled 15m.

HIT-OUTS TO ADVANTAGE STOPPAGE CLEARANCES

A hit-out that reaches an intended teammate.

CENTRE CLEARANCES

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the centre bounce area.

The first kick or effective handball in a chain that clears the ball-up or throw-in area.

1 J.Witts (GCS) 16 12.6

2 R.O’Brien (Adel) 18 11.2

3 S.Darcy (Frem) 15 11.1

4 T.Goldstein (NM)

INSIDE 50s

Distance gained with the ball by running, kicking or handballing, combining measures towards and away from goal.

1 L.Ryan (Frem) 18 551

2 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 551

3 B.Smith (Adel) 17 534

4 C.Rozee (PA) 18 520

5 J.Short (Rich) 12 519

6 J.Dawson (Adel) 18 516

7 N.Daicos (Coll) 18 507

8 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 506

9 H.Young (Frem) 17 499

10 J.Sinclair (StK) 18 493

A mark under physical pressure of an opponent or in a pack.

PRESSURE POINTS

METRES GAINED TACKLES CONTESTED

Moving the ball from the midfield into the forward zone. Excludes multiple entries within the same chain of possession.

1 C.Rozee (PA) 18 6.4

2 C.Petracca (Melb) 18 6.1

3 E.Gulden (Syd) 18 6.1

4 D.Parish (Ess)

Weighted sum of pressure acts – 3.75 for physical pressure, 2.25 for closing, 1.5 for chasing and 1.2 for corralling.

1 M.Rowell (GCS) 18 70.3

2 T.Atkins (Geel) 18 69.7

3 T.Liberatore (WB) 17 68.3

4 J.Rowbottom (Syd) 18 67.2

5 J.Dunkley (BL) 16 66.7

6 T.Taranto (Rich) 18 65.8

7 M.Bontempelli (WB) 18 61.3

8 J.Steele (StK) 15 59.8

9 T.Bedford (GWS) 12 58.0

10 W.Drew (PA) 18 57.2

Using physical contact to prevent an opponent in possession of the ball from getting an effective disposal.