Michael Gleeson
Michael Gleeson is a sports writer with The Age, focusing primarily on AFL football, athletics, cricket and tennis. He has been awarded the Grant Hattam Trophy for outstanding journalism in football, while his cricket writing has been recognised in twice winning the Cricket Victoria cricket writer of the year award.
AFL
Surgery for Thomas in finals bid
Michael Gleeson Seemingly innocuous kick to ankle forces Magpie into second round of surgery in six months.
Steeled Pies hold off Saints
Michael Gleeson Collingwood fights off a valiant St Kilda in a tight clash, prevailing by 26 points.
Port Adelaide footballer's life cut short in Vegas hotel fall
Michael Gleeson and Ashley Porter As a footballer, John McCarthy made those he played with smile easily and often.
AFL
Ablett's 53 touches just a number
Michael Gleeson Gary Ablett had more disposals than any other player has had in a game since Greg Williams amassed that number in 1989.
Big problem for Collingwood; times two
Michael Gleeson Magpies v Eagles at the MCG could be a preview of the grand final.
Football
Pies ban Wellingham for two matches
Michael Gleeson and Martin Blake Collingwood has decided to suspend premiership midfielder Sharrod Wellingham.
New names but mostly the same old Pies
Michael Gleeson The Buckley years have begun without obvious punctuation. At least little punctuation.
Friday on their mind
Michael Gleeson Several big names are back for the Collingwood-Geelong blockbuster.
