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.
North blasts into gear
Michael Gleeson North Melbourne breaks its duck for season 2013 in fine style.
A Majak moment
Michael Gleeson Majak Daw's first brief appearance at the senior level thrills the crowd.
AFL seeks club input on bumps
Michael Gleeson New football operations manager seeks opinions as part of his meet and greet with clubs.
AFL
Head clash takes out review panel
Michael Gleeson Round one produces rogue results. But the case of Melbourne may be different.
Campbell rues cost of a misplaced kick
Michael Gleeson Matt Campbell is not the first person to go to the casino and lose.
North holds off another late surge
Michael Gleeson North Melbourne withstands late push from Brisbane Lions for 16-point win.
North faces fears to end match in cheers
Michael Gleeson North Melbourne's year has to a large extent been unpredictable and uncertain even to themselves.
Franklin caught out on a wing
Michael Gleeson Lance Franklin played on a wing and was more involved but less influential.
Players leading with head
Michael Gleeson Players now more likely to begin sliding head-first into contests instead of going to their knees.
