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Clubs 'delighted' with new teams

Jon Pierik Andrew Demetriou says rival clubs are 'absolutely delighted' with the progress of the Suns and GWS.

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Blues raise doubtful calls with umpires

Jon Pierik Carlton wants clarification from umpires' department after contentious decisions on Friday night.

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GWS bleeding AFL coffers: Collins

Jon Pierik Former AFL powerbroker Ian Collins says the league is losing money and dividing fans with its huge investment in smaller markets.

Ex-chief warns of spending on new markets

Jon Pierik Former AFL powerbroker Ian Collins says the league is losing money and dividing fans with its investment in smaller markets.

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Players' new man

Jon Pierik Tom Petroro has joined the AFL Players Association agents accreditation board.

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Malthouse fumes over umpire call on Garlett 'goal'

Jon Pierik Carlton coach lashes out at the video review system for denying Jeff Garlett a goal.

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Test for Blues before break

Jon Pierik Carlton coach says next fortnight will be major test of Blues' development.

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High-flying Hawks still have more to soar: Franklin

Jon Pierik Lance Franklin warns Hawthorn can still improve despite sitting on top of the ladder.

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Hawks deserve three picks for Buddy: Dunstall

Jon Pierik and Michael Gleeson Hawthorn football director says no Melbourne-based club can match GWS' offer for Lance Franklin.

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Hawthorn's march to the top continues apace - both on and off the field

Jon Pierik While Lance Franklin's goalkicking production may have dipped, Hawthorn's off-field performance continues to rise with the Hawks announcing record membership.

Hawks survive fixture from hell

Jon Pierik Ability to negotiate opening seven rounds against fellow finalists from last year ensures Hawks are equal flag favourites with Geelong.

Forward thinking is paying off for Hawks

Jon Pierik Hawthorn's forward line passes another major examination in cruising past Sydney.

Lake on call to bolster Hawks

Jon Pierik Injury to Ryan Schoenmakers may mean he needs a knee reconstruction.

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Hawthorn still dancing

Jon Pierik Hawthorn, according to many, had the toughest opening seven rounds.

From kick-out, to goal to torp of the town

Jon Pierik It was something special when Lance Franklin capped a dashing piece of play.

Malthouse wary of Crows forward

Jon Pierik The threat posed by a visiting marksman has Mick Malthouse concerned.

Hawks unveil latest defensive weapon

Jon Pierik Brian Lake was recruited in a bid to improve a defence that struggled to contain power forwards.

Hawks hang tough but Rioli injured

Jon Pierik Brilliant small forward hurt in bruising three-point win against North Melbourne.

No more delays, Hodge back for Hawks

Jon Pierik Skipper ''raring to go'' ahead of his return against the West Coast Eagles.

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A powerful player carries future in his own hands

Jon Pierik Free agents will continue to be the main focus of fans and media this season.