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Kangaroos keen to muscle in on footy-mad WA
North Melbourne want to become Western Australia's third-favourite team, and coach Alastair Clarkson hopes the club's rich Sandgroper history will help make it a happy marriage with fans. The Kangaroos' three-year deal to sell two games a season to WA got off to the perfect start on Sunday when they beat West Coast by 10 points in Bunbury. North Melbourne will "host" Fremantle at Optus Stadium on Saturday night, with each game the club has sold to WA worth a reported $1m. The contract helps replace the deal North Melbourne previously had with Tasmania, and coach Alastair Clarkson says WA is a good fit for his club. Cam IN FRONT!#AFLNorthEagles — AFL (@AFL) June 8, 2025 "We have seven or eight West Australians on our list," Clarkson said. "Historically our club has had a strong link - Brownlow medallist in Ross Glendinning, the Krakouer magic of Jimmy and Phil and many others. "Our connection to the west has been strong. "To get an opportunity to play some home games here - it has been such a fertile football state in terms of their passion for AFL footy. "It seems for the state two teams aren't enough, so we've provided them with the third team, and we're happy to do so." The Kangaroos will host one game a year in Bunbury and the other one at Optus Stadium. Sunday's match at Hands Oval attracted a sell-out crowd of 12,715 fans and was the first time an AFL regular-season game had been played in regional WA. The deal appears to create a win-win situation, with North Melbourne receiving vital funds, and West Coast and Fremantle being able to play an extra game in WA, without their usual rigours of travelling to eastern states. "With Tassie (the new club in Tasmania) coming in, we had to find another base to provide us with the opportunity to have a nice, happy marriage," Clarkson said. "We get paid some money to play games here, but we love coming here and fostering relationships with people in the south west. "There are a lot of locals here and a lot came from Perth - Eagles fans - and there are a stack that have jumped on planes that must please Tourism WA, who made the significant investment in getting North to come here and play games of footy." SIMPKIN SEALS IT 🫡#AFLNorthEagles — AFL (@AFL) June 8, 2025 The Kangaroos trailed by 18 points in the last quarter before kicking the final four goals of the match to snatch the 9.8 (62) to 6.16 (52) win. It means North Melbourne, with three wins and a draw to their name, are now two-and-a-half wins clear of wooden spoon favourites West Coast (1-12). Kangaroos defender Charlie Comben was sent off for scans after sustaining a knee to the back in the third quarter.
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Tribute to Adam Selwood in Welcome to Country sparks outrage online
A tribute to the late AFL star Adam Selwood has sparked a social media frenzy after a local Elder misnamed the footballer during a Welcome to Country ceremony on Saturday night. The AFL community is reeling from the sudden death of Selwood, 41, who died on Saturday - just months after his twin brother Troy passed away. One of four brothers to play senior AFL football, Adam Selwood played 187 games for West Coast, winning a premiership in 2006. Wurundjeri Elder Aunty Joy Murphy Wandin AO paid tribute to the footy star during her Welcome to Country at Marvel Stadium for the match between the Western Bulldogs and Essendon. Murphy Wandin delivered a touching message - however she mentioned Troy Selwood in her speech, not Adam. 'Today we all shared some very sad news,' she said. The AFL has been rocked by the sudden death of Adam Selwood aged 41 (pictured) 'I would like to acknowledge though, firstly, the passing of young players. Exceptional when they are that young for this to happen. 'And I'd like to mention and pay my tribute and best wishes to Andrew Krakouer's family. 'And then of course today we heard the passing of Troy Selwood, another young man too young. We are very saddened by his loss. And again. Sincere condolences to his family. 'And in my era, the lovely Robert Walls. A man of stigma. A man of stamina. And a man that was committed to everything he did. And again we pay condolences to his family.' More than a few footy fans took to social media to call out the mistake. 'Terrible by Aunty Joy. Incredibly disrespectful,' wrote one X user, who's post has been viewed close to 69,000 times. 'Not a good look by the lady doing the welcome to country getting Adam Selwood and Troy Selwood mixed up today,' posted another. 'How can you say the wrong name... terrible,' wrote a third. 'Who the hell proof-read Aunty Joy's speech?!' posted a fourth. Another chimed in: 'Aunty Joy has had a nightmare. If you're paying your respects, at least do it right'. Others rushed to defend Murphy Wandin, with one one X user posting: 'I must have been watching a different version. I thought Aunty Joy did a wonderful job...' Meanwhile, it was revealed that Selwood had planned to take part in a fun run next weekend to raise money for charity zero2hero in tribute to his brother Troy. The Eagles star had raised more than $21,000, but that number has risen to more than $25,000 on Sunday. Selwood told Nine News last month why running the race was a fitting tribute for his twin brother. 'We loved running together growing up, it was one part of us to become football players, we knew that going out to do cross country runs together,' he said. 'We actually joined a club in our teenage years, they were some of our real happy memories.' Adam urged others who are struggling with their mental health to seek help. 'I don't want anyone to go through this type of pain if it can be avoided, and it can,' he said. Selwood will be honoured on Sunday afternoon before West Coast's match with St Kilda.
Daily Mail
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Footy legend Andrew Krakouer is mourned by teammates and loved ones after his tragic death aged just 42
Hundreds have gathered to mourn and farewell AFL legend Andrew Krakouer who died of a suspected heart attack in Perth last month at the age of 42. Born in Melbourne, he racked up 102 games for Richmond from 2001 to 2007 before a jail term interrupted his AFL career and ended up changing his life for the better. Krakouer was sentenced to at least 16 months in jail for a serious assault in 2006, with his younger brother also imprisoned over his role in the attack. However, he fought his way back into the AFL after his release on parole in 2009, going on to rack up 35 games with Collingwood from 2011 to 2013. Once his first-grade career was over, he moved into construction and became a TV host and public speaker who specialised in sharing the lessons he'd learned during his rollercoaster career. A funeral service, held at the spiritual home of Krahouer's WAFL premiership with Swan Districts, brought together former teammates, family and friends. Among the many mourners present was former Pies teammate Héritier Lumumba who remembered Krakouer as an 'incredible human being'. 'He moved like he just had rhythm all the time, he always was always on beat, he was graceful and had the ability to move clean under pressure, but it also showed up in how he navigated life as well,' Lumumba said. 'He was loyal to his people and just wanted to do the best and get the most out of himself in life, whether it was in the media, whether in the community, he was a man that met every challenge head on. 'We all know the legendary bloodline that Krakouer came from and you know the brilliance that the family has given to the football world, inspiring so many is something that Andrew carried forward from his uncle and his dad. 'He did things on the field that had never been seen before, and inspired a whole new, different way of playing the game of football. 'He didn't stand in that shadow, he came in, and he added to that legacy, he did things that were just remarkable. 'I know how many people he inspired doing it, but it wasn't just what he did on the field, moreso it was what he did off the field. 'His spirit will live on his work, his impact will continue to inspire people for generations to come.' Krakouer's Swan Districts coach Brian Dawson explained that there were 'simply not enough superlatives to describe his 2010 season or his grand final display'. 'He won just about all there was to win in 2010. He played in the State team, he won the Sandover Medal with 44 votes, eight clear of the runner-up, he won the Swan Medal for the cub fairest and best,' Dawson explained to mourners. 'He won the club award for best player in the finals, he won the Simpson Medal in the grand final with the maximum 15 votes, and a premiership medal to top it off, where he absolutely dominated the game, with 41 possessions, four goals and most importantly the winning goal with 28 seconds left to play. 'His grand final display ranks as probably the finest and most impactful individual game ever played in the WAFL.' In 2022, Krakouer signed on to host the SBS TV show Yokayi Footy, and last year he released a children's book aimed at helping kids whose parents have been jailed. 'My Dad's Gone Away' was inspired by Krakouer's experiences as a prisoner - and by the jailing of his father Jim when he was just 13 years old. His Yokayi co-host, Megan Waters, said Krakouer's story was simply 'remarkable.' 'The reality of moving forward in a world that Andy no longer physically exists in is one of the most gut-wrenching things I have ever faced,' she said. 'The way he moved through the world made people feel seen as it was important for him to do what he could uplift our community and lead by example. 'I am so grateful to have learned from him, who I become moving forward and the values that I carry will be a testament to the mark that he's left.'
News.com.au
29-04-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Hundreds of mourners farewell AFL great Andrew Krakouer at the Swan Districts Football Club
WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that the following article contains the name and images of deceased persons. Hundreds of mourners gathered to farewell AFL great Andrew Krakouer who passed away from heart failure at the age of 42 in Perth last month. Krakouer played 137 games for the Richmond Tigers and Collingwood Magpies before he retired in 2013. He began his career with the Tigers in 2001, following in the footsteps of his father Jim Krakouer who played 134 games with North Melbourne and his uncle Phil Krakouer who played 141 games with the Kangaroos. Krakouer continued playing football in his home state of Western Australia where he returned to play with Swan Districts Football Club in 2010. He was awarded the Sandover Medal as the best and fairest player in the WAFL then signed with the Magpies a few weeks later. He was awarded Mark of the Year playing against the Adelaide Crows and played in the AFL Grand Final against Geelong in 2011. After football Krakouer became a motivational speaker and worked in the media on the Marngrook Footy Show and hosted the Yokayi Footy Show. A funeral service conducted by pastor Greg Kelly was held for the former Collingwood star at the Swan Districts Football Club in Bassendean on Tuesday, where Krakouer played in the WAFL. The service was packed with family and friends as Krakouer's coffin was walked in surrounded by loved ones. Mourners heard touching tributes from Krakouer's family who reflected on his positive energy, kindness and the unbreakable bond they held. Former Collingwood teammate Héritier Lumumba paid tribute to Krakouer saying he was an incredible human being who had spirit, loyalty and was grounded. 'He moved like he just had rhythm all the time, he always was always on beat, he was graceful and had the ability to move clean under pressure, but it also showed up in how he navigated life as well,' Lumumba said. 'He was loyal to his people and just wanted to do the best and get the most out of himself in life, whether it was in the media, whether in the community, he was a man that met every challenge head on. 'We all know the legendary bloodline that Krakouer came from and you know the brilliance that the family has given to the football world, inspiring so many is something that Andrew carried forward from his uncle and his dad. 'He did things on the field that had never been seen before, and inspired a whole new, different way of playing the game of football. 'He didn't stand in that shadow, he came in, and he added to that legacy, he did things that were just remarkable. 'I know how many people he inspired doing it, but it wasn't just what he did on the field, moreso it was what he did off the field. 'His spirit will live on his work, his impact will continue to inspire people for generations to come.' Yokayi Footy Show host Megan Waters paid tribute to her co-host saying Krakouer wore his heart on his sleeve and lived his values loud and proud. 'The way he moved through the world made people feel seen as it was important for him to do what he could uplift our community and lead by example,' she said. 'His story is remarkable, and I am so grateful to have learned from him, who I become moving forward and the values that I carry will be a testament to the mark that he's left.' Krakouer's Swan Districts Football Club coach Brian Dawson said he was unbelievably good on the biggest stage when it mattered most. 'Despite his magic play, he retained this great humility sharing the glory and ensuring it wasn't always about him, yet he was so much more than a footballer.'
Perth Now
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
AFL great farewelled after shock death
WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that the following article contains the name and images of deceased persons. Hundreds of mourners gathered to farewell AFL great Andrew Krakouer who passed away from heart failure at the age of 42 in Perth last month. Krakouer played 137 games for the Richmond Tigers and Collingwood Magpies before he retired in 2013. He began his career with the Tigers in 2001, following in the footsteps of his father Jim Krakouer who played 134 games with North Melbourne and his uncle Phil Krakouer who played 141 games with the Kangaroos. Krakouer continued playing football in his home state of Western Australia where he returned to play with Swan Districts Football Club in 2010. He was awarded the Sandover Medal as the best and fairest player in the WAFL then signed with the Magpies a few weeks later. He was awarded Mark of the Year playing against the Adelaide Crows and played in the AFL Grand Final against Geelong in 2011. After football Krakouer became a motivational speaker and worked in the media on the Marngrook Footy Show and hosted the Yokayi Footy Show. A memorial service for AFL great Andrew Krakouer was held at the Swan Districts Football Club in Bassendean. NewsWire / Sharon Smith Credit: News Corp Australia A funeral service conducted by pastor Greg Kelly was held for the former Collingwood star at the Swan Districts Football Club in Bassendean on Tuesday, where Krakouer played in the WAFL. The service was packed with family and friends as Krakouer's coffin was walked in surrounded by loved ones. Mourners heard touching tributes from Krakouer's family who reflected on his positive energy, kindness and the unbreakable bond they held. Former Collingwood teammate Héritier Lumumba paid tribute to Krakouer saying he was an incredible human being who had spirit, loyalty and was grounded. Former Collingwood teammate Héritier Lumumba paid tribute to Krakouer saying he was an incredible human being who had spirit, was loyal and grounded. SBS Credit: SBS 'He moved like he just had rhythm all the time, he always was always on beat, he was graceful and had the ability to move clean under pressure, but it also showed up in how he navigated life as well,' Lumumba said. 'He was loyal to his people and just wanted to do the best and get the most out of himself in life, whether it was in the media, whether in the community, he was a man that met every challenge head on. 'We all know the legendary bloodline that Krakouer came from and you know the brilliance that the family has given to the football world, inspiring so many is something that Andrew carried forward from his uncle and his dad. 'He did things on the field that had never been seen before, and inspired a whole new, different way of playing the game of football. 'He didn't stand in that shadow, he came in, and he added to that legacy, he did things that were just remarkable. 'I know how many people he inspired doing it, but it wasn't just what he did on the field, moreso it was what he did off the field. 'His spirit will live on his work, his impact will continue to inspire people for generations to come.' Yokayi Footy host Megan Waters paid tribute to her co-host. Picture Yokayi Footy. Credit: News Corp Australia Yokayi Footy Show host Megan Waters paid tribute to her co-host saying Krakouer wore his heart on his sleeve and lived his values loud and proud. 'The way he moved through the world made people feel seen as it was important for him to do what he could uplift our community and lead by example,' she said. 'His story is remarkable, and I am so grateful to have learned from him, who I become moving forward and the values that I carry will be a testament to the mark that he's left.' Krakouer's Swan Districts Football Club coach Brian Dawson said he was unbelievably good on the biggest stage when it mattered most. 'Despite his magic play, he retained this great humility sharing the glory and ensuring it wasn't always about him, yet he was so much more than a footballer.'
