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West Australian
4 hours ago
- West Australian
Anna Hay: Good, bad, ugly as coaches under the pump in round 21
GOOD: CHESSER'S CHANCE Campbell Chesser's first AFL game of the season was far more than just a return from injury — it was a high stakes audition for his playing future. The out-of-contract midfielder was the Eagles' top draft selection at pick 14 in 2021; but injuries have meant his career has been defined more by his potential than his performance. His return against the Demons was his chance to break the cycle and he grabbed the opportunity with both hands. In a dark and disappointing day for West Coast, Chesser was a shining light. His run and carry were a constant feature of his game, finishing with 17 disposals and a goal. For the first time in a really long time, Chesser looked like the player the Eagles drafted and we saw some flashes of the young Victorian they believed in. He was composed and ready to make an impact. Let's hope this was a just a sneak peek of a long and successful career for Chesser in blue and gold. BAD: PLAYER PRIVACY Carlton coach Michael Voss was completely justified in his disappointment over Collingwood coach Craig McRae's public admission about meeting with out-of-contract Blue Jack Silvagni. While McRae wouldn't have meant any harm, his casual remark about the coffee date created a challenging situation for Silvagni to navigate. Voss made the point in his press conference on Saturday afternoon. It's not the coaches that have to walk back into the locker room and face their teammates, it's the player. West Aussies know this story all too well. We saw the fallout after Oscar Allen had coffee with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell. Allen was thrust into the spotlight, scrutinised for his loyalty and commitment to the club he co-captains. McRae's public name drop could also have frustrated out-of-contract Pies stars Brody Mihocek, Jamie Elliot, Darcy Cameron and Jeremy Howe, whose contract talks have come to a standstill, while the club publicly pursues Silvagni. UGLY: EAGLES INNER DEMONS It's fair to wonder just how low the Eagles can go this season. You've probably caught yourself thinking, where is rock bottom for West Coast? Have they reached it yet or is there further to fall? On Saturday, the club claimed its second wooden spoon in three years, following the 83-point thumping to Melbourne. Eagles coach Andrew McQualter said post-match the football club isn't tough enough and it's something they can't accept. It will be interesting to see how they respond in the final three rounds of the season, when they face top-of-the-table Adelaide, the Western Bulldogs and Sydney. These games will be a test of character. If you're a glass half full sort of person, well, that number one pick will be the Eagles in the upcoming draft. A golden ticket to a brighter future.
News.com.au
7 hours ago
- News.com.au
‘Thug act': North Melbourne star reported after off the ball hit
North Melbourne's Paul Curtis could be set to spend the remainder of the season on the sidelines after being reported on Sunday. The 22-year-old forward was put into the umpire's book at the end of the first quarter for striking St Kilda's Angus Hastie. FOX FOOTY, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every match of every round in the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE in 4K, with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Join now and get your first month for just $1. As teammate Nick Larkey's shot after the siren sailed through for a goal, Curtis appeared to land a left jab to the neck/head region of Hastie. 'The fact it's behind the play – these things are usually graded as intentional,' Fox Sports' David Zita said on the coverage. Watch the incident in the video player above 'So that will already lower the threshold for what the impact has to be for this to be a one-match ban. 'We know the AFL doesn't like this – behind the ball shots at other player.' Geelong legend Tom Hawkins said a one-week ban would 'seem about right'. 'It doesn't bode well for him. I've been in that situation and it's likely that there's something coming his way,' Hawkins told Fox Footy. It could ultimately be the second time this season Curtis has copped a suspension after he was handed a three-match ban for a dangerous tackle in April. The North star fought to have the eyebrow raising ban overturn but it was upheld by the AFL Tribunal. But as Zita pointed out on Sunday: 'This one is purely of his own doing. He's put himself on the MRO's radar.' Fans watching on were quick to call for Curtis to cop a lengthy ban over the incident. One wrote on X: 'Absolute thug act. The game has no place for it. Enjoy your break.' A second added: 'Off the ball, intent to hurt. 3 weeks minimum.' A third posted: 'Enjoy the early end of season holiday Curtis.' While Curtis will face a nervous wait, the Saints endured one on Sunday as North threatened to steal the win away. In a game that essentially meant nothing other than a cherished victory for two success-starved fan bases, the game seesawed before the Saints gained control and survived a late scare to record the 11.12 (78) to 10.9 (69) victory. In a stark contrast to last week, the Saints all but stopped in the final term with the Roos getting within three points with 1:36 remaining. St Kilda held on just, kicking its only goal of the last term courtesy of a 50-metre penalty after the siren. Earlier on, the Saints had the opening goal through Max Heath in no time, but North Melbourne were able to get on top for the remainder of the opening term through superior midfield strength. Three consecutive goals gave the Roos an early buffer before the Saints found their feet and seized control as North's pressure fell away. They followed that Roos' run with four goals in a row to lead by a point at the main break after trailing by as much as 19 points early in the second quarter. The Roos came out better in the second half with two quick goals - including a third goal to Nick Larkey – to regain the lead. Both sides had their surges, but the Saints were able to get out to a 21-point at the last break after a six-goal quarter. The Roos nearly pinched it in a frantic final term, but fell just short.
ABC News
12 hours ago
- ABC News
AFL Round 21 live updates: Saints vs Kangaroos, Cats vs Power, Dockers vs Blues - blog, scores and stats
A week after St Kilda blew up the AFL with the biggest final quarter comeback, the Saints and Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera try to lead from the start against the Kangaroos. Later, Geelong will look to consolidate their top-four status and keep Jeremy Cameron's chances of a 100-goal season alive with a win over Port Adelaide at Kardinia Park. Round 21 comes to an end in the west, as Fremantle looks to gain ground on their top-eight rivals with a win over Carlton at Perth Stadium, with the Blues missing key forward Charlie Curnow and midfielder Adam Cerra. Follow the live blog below, keep up to date with all the latest stats in our ScoreCentre, and tune in to our live radio coverage.
