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Sydney Morning Herald
3 days ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
Bolton shines as Dockers rain on Suns' parade
Fremantle star Shai Bolton kicked three goals to get one over former mentor Damien Hardwick, inspiring his side to a hard-fought 11-point win against fast-finishing Gold Coast. Bolton showcased his elite talent in wet and wild conditions, leading the Dockers to a precious 11.9 (75) to 9.10 (64) victory at People First Stadium on Saturday. Highlighted as Fremantle's 'barometer' by ex-Richmond boss Hardwick in the build-up to the game, Bolton shone in the front half with 20 disposals. But his late tackle on Nick Holman was every bit as important, directly leading to Jye Amiss's match-sealing goal in the final 30 seconds. The Dockers had led by a game-high 20 points in the final quarter, but saw the lead trimmed to five as Gold Coast gave them a huge scare. A third straight victory put the Dockers (7-5) into the top eight, while the Suns (8-3) suffered just their third loss of the season – and their first on home turf. Caleb Serong (27 disposals, six clearances) and stand-in captain Andrew Brayshaw (30, five) were important for Fremantle, and Patrick Voss stood tall in attack with a career-best three goals and eight tackles. Luke Jackson (27 disposals, 20 hit-outs) was influential as a ruckman, and Jordan Clark (30 touches) was composed in defence. Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson was immense with game-high tallies of 39 disposals and 12 clearances.
The Age
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Age
Bolton shines as Dockers rain on Suns' parade
Fremantle star Shai Bolton kicked three goals to get one over former mentor Damien Hardwick, inspiring his side to a hard-fought 11-point win against fast-finishing Gold Coast. Bolton showcased his elite talent in wet and wild conditions, leading the Dockers to a precious 11.9 (75) to 9.10 (64) victory at People First Stadium on Saturday. Highlighted as Fremantle's 'barometer' by ex-Richmond boss Hardwick in the build-up to the game, Bolton shone in the front half with 20 disposals. But his late tackle on Nick Holman was every bit as important, directly leading to Jye Amiss's match-sealing goal in the final 30 seconds. The Dockers had led by a game-high 20 points in the final quarter, but saw the lead trimmed to five as Gold Coast gave them a huge scare. A third straight victory put the Dockers (7-5) into the top eight, while the Suns (8-3) suffered just their third loss of the season – and their first on home turf. Caleb Serong (27 disposals, six clearances) and stand-in captain Andrew Brayshaw (30, five) were important for Fremantle, and Patrick Voss stood tall in attack with a career-best three goals and eight tackles. Luke Jackson (27 disposals, 20 hit-outs) was influential as a ruckman, and Jordan Clark (30 touches) was composed in defence. Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson was immense with game-high tallies of 39 disposals and 12 clearances.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Bolton shines as Dockers rain on Suns' parade
Fremantle star Shai Bolton kicked three goals to get one over former mentor Damien Hardwick, inspiring his side to a hard-fought 11-point win against fast-finishing Gold Coast. Bolton showcased his elite talent in wet and wild conditions, leading the Dockers to a precious 11.9 (75) to 9.10 (64) victory at People First Stadium on Saturday. Highlighted as Fremantle's "barometer" by ex-Richmond boss Hardwick in the build-up to the game, Bolton shone in the front half with 20 disposals. But his late tackle on Nick Holman was every bit as important, directly leading to Jye Amiss's match-sealing goal in the final 30 seconds. The Dockers had led by a game-high 20 points in the final quarter, but saw the lead trimmed to five as Gold Coast gave them a huge scare. A third straight victory put the Dockers (7-5) into the top eight, while the Suns (8-3) suffered just their third loss of the season and first on home turf. Caleb Serong (27 disposals, six clearances) and stand-in captain Andrew Brayshaw (30, five) were important for Fremantle, and Patrick Voss stood tall in attack with a career-best three goals and eight tackles. Luke Jackson (27 disposals, 20 hit-outs) was influential as a ruckman, and Jordan Clark (30 touches) was composed in defence. Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson was immense with game-high tallies of 39 disposals and 12 clearances. Switched on early, Fremantle built a 20-point lead by quarter-time on the back of their pressure game and ability to score from turnovers. But Gold Coast cut the margin to one point with three consecutive goals, including one from highly rated academy graduate Leo Lombard on his debut. The 18-year-old pounced at a forward-50 stoppage and burnt off an opponent to run into an open goal, sparking wild celebrations among his teammates. A steadying goal from Bolton kept the Dockers in front, leading 6.5 (41) to 5.5 (35) at halftime as heavy rain fell. The visitors led inside-50s 33-21 at that point, despite the Anderson-led Gold Coast's stoppage dominance (28-17). Suns midfielder Matt Rowell was reported on the spot for high contact on Neil Erasmus with his left hand, but is unlikely to face sanction after the incident is properly assessed. There were four lead changes in an entertaining third term that defied the atrocious conditions, as Voss gave Fremantle a 13-point buffer at the final change with his third goal. Dockers veteran Nat Fyfe made his long-awaited return from injuries as the substitute, activated for the last quarter, and played a role with seven disposals and some important touches. The Suns made a huge late move, inspired by Sam Flanders' three second-half goals. They got within six points through Flanders' ridiculous goal off the ground with the outside of his right boot. Mac Andrew had the chance to level the scores with four minutes left, but missed his set shot around the body from the pocket. Brayshaw was crunched in a huge hit from Daniel Rioli moments before Amiss clinched the Dockers' victory. Rowell (27 disposals, eight clearances) and Touk Miller (24, nine) were strong contributors for Gold Coast, and Jed Walter kicked two goals.
News.com.au
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
AFL Round 10 Wrap – Dogs Premiership Contenders, Dees Upset & Eagles Rock!
The AFL Today Show is here for all your Round 10 needs, wrapping up every single game with stats, banter and insights Sir Doug Nicholls Round as Jeremy Cameron kicks seven, the Dogs dominate towards top four and the Demons shock the Premiers! The panel chat about the biggest AFL news, amazing moments, Isaac Heeney, Shai Bolton and the Dockers dominate, as well as highlighting the biggest & best moments of an amazing round of footy! Get around the AFL Today Show with panelists Alex Donnelly, Liam McAllion & Leo Mullaly as they talk out all things footy for the 2025 AFL season! Timetamps: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Ladder Check 04:19 Gold Coast vs Hawthorn 10:33 Sydney vs Carlton 16:09 Collingwood vs Kuwarna 21:12 Yartapuulti vs Geelong 26:10 GWS vs Walyalup 30:48 Western Bulldogs vs Essendon 40:00 Richmond vs North Melbourne 40:05 Brisbane vs Narrm 45:27 Wallitij Marawar vs Euro-Yroke 50:18 Tipping Results 51:03 Big Call Results 51:46 Best On Ground Of The Week 54:18 Full Credit 56:14 Outro
The Advertiser
17-05-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Bolton brilliance helps Dockers cause a giant boilover
Shai Bolton lived up to the hype as he directed Fremantle to a 34-point victory over GWS to help the Dockers stay in touch with the AFL top eight. Fremantle's star recruit put on a clinic as Justin Longmuir's side snapped their two-game losing streak with a 13.17 (95) to 8.13 (61) victory on Saturday in their Sir Doug Nicholls Round fixture. Fremantle squared their season ledger at 5-5 with their first win at Engie Stadium, moving from 12th to ninth on the live ladder. Bolton led the way with three goals, 24 disposals, 12 contested possessions and 10 score involvements, despite a groin issue and occasional attention from GWS tagger Toby Bedford. Bedford was also sent to Angus Brayshaw, but the midfielder had his fair share of the ball (28 disposals, three clearances) alongside Caleb Serong (35, seven). Michael Frederick was also influential in attack for the Dockers, finishing with three goals and 11 score involvements to celebrate his 25th birthday in style. "This week we tried to put away any headlines and talk about performing on the road and all those things that actually don't help you play well," Longmuir said. "We just got back to the behaviours we want to see throughout the week and have been really clear on the controllables. "Things like communication, moving on from mistakes, the connection piece, how we hunt the opposition versus getting hunted. "It doesn't matter where you play, who you play - you can bring those things, they're all controllable." Meanwhile, the Giants (5-5) are eighth after suffering their fourth loss in five matches. "Not much went right tonight, did it?" Giants coach Adam Kingsley said. "(We) didn't get centre bounce, didn't defend, didn't work, didn't move the ball. "In all aspects of the game, we looked flat. We hope that's a one-week thing and we move on pretty quickly and it won't look like that next week." Kingsley added, referring to their past two runs to the finals: "I'm not concerned because I know how it ends, so long as it ends the same way." Finn Callaghan played through discomfort in a bid to spark the home side with 24 disposals and seven clearances, as defensive Lachies - Ash (29) and Whitfield (24) - worked under the pump. But the highly rated midfielder will be sent for scans on his right shoulder following a collision with Fremantle's Patrick Voss after the third-quarter-time siren. GWS also lost young midfielder Toby McMullin, substituted out at halftime with an adductor injury. The Giants had opened the scoring, with small forward Darcy Jones needing just 46 seconds to draw first blood on his return from a knee injury. But it was Frederick who was the first-quarter star in attack, kicking two goals to help put the visitors ahead by six points. Voss almost provided a first-term highlight when he burned off Giants defenders Jack Buckley and Sam Taylor near the boundary line, but could only get a behind for his effort. The Dockers continued to dominate but were wasteful with their chances in the second quarter, kicking 2.6 (18) to 2.1 (13). They rallied after the break, with Bolton selling some candy for his third goal, and defender Cooper Simpson slotting his first to cruise to victory as GWS struggled to execute basic skills. Shai Bolton lived up to the hype as he directed Fremantle to a 34-point victory over GWS to help the Dockers stay in touch with the AFL top eight. Fremantle's star recruit put on a clinic as Justin Longmuir's side snapped their two-game losing streak with a 13.17 (95) to 8.13 (61) victory on Saturday in their Sir Doug Nicholls Round fixture. Fremantle squared their season ledger at 5-5 with their first win at Engie Stadium, moving from 12th to ninth on the live ladder. Bolton led the way with three goals, 24 disposals, 12 contested possessions and 10 score involvements, despite a groin issue and occasional attention from GWS tagger Toby Bedford. Bedford was also sent to Angus Brayshaw, but the midfielder had his fair share of the ball (28 disposals, three clearances) alongside Caleb Serong (35, seven). Michael Frederick was also influential in attack for the Dockers, finishing with three goals and 11 score involvements to celebrate his 25th birthday in style. "This week we tried to put away any headlines and talk about performing on the road and all those things that actually don't help you play well," Longmuir said. "We just got back to the behaviours we want to see throughout the week and have been really clear on the controllables. "Things like communication, moving on from mistakes, the connection piece, how we hunt the opposition versus getting hunted. "It doesn't matter where you play, who you play - you can bring those things, they're all controllable." Meanwhile, the Giants (5-5) are eighth after suffering their fourth loss in five matches. "Not much went right tonight, did it?" Giants coach Adam Kingsley said. "(We) didn't get centre bounce, didn't defend, didn't work, didn't move the ball. "In all aspects of the game, we looked flat. We hope that's a one-week thing and we move on pretty quickly and it won't look like that next week." Kingsley added, referring to their past two runs to the finals: "I'm not concerned because I know how it ends, so long as it ends the same way." Finn Callaghan played through discomfort in a bid to spark the home side with 24 disposals and seven clearances, as defensive Lachies - Ash (29) and Whitfield (24) - worked under the pump. But the highly rated midfielder will be sent for scans on his right shoulder following a collision with Fremantle's Patrick Voss after the third-quarter-time siren. GWS also lost young midfielder Toby McMullin, substituted out at halftime with an adductor injury. The Giants had opened the scoring, with small forward Darcy Jones needing just 46 seconds to draw first blood on his return from a knee injury. But it was Frederick who was the first-quarter star in attack, kicking two goals to help put the visitors ahead by six points. Voss almost provided a first-term highlight when he burned off Giants defenders Jack Buckley and Sam Taylor near the boundary line, but could only get a behind for his effort. The Dockers continued to dominate but were wasteful with their chances in the second quarter, kicking 2.6 (18) to 2.1 (13). They rallied after the break, with Bolton selling some candy for his third goal, and defender Cooper Simpson slotting his first to cruise to victory as GWS struggled to execute basic skills. Shai Bolton lived up to the hype as he directed Fremantle to a 34-point victory over GWS to help the Dockers stay in touch with the AFL top eight. Fremantle's star recruit put on a clinic as Justin Longmuir's side snapped their two-game losing streak with a 13.17 (95) to 8.13 (61) victory on Saturday in their Sir Doug Nicholls Round fixture. Fremantle squared their season ledger at 5-5 with their first win at Engie Stadium, moving from 12th to ninth on the live ladder. Bolton led the way with three goals, 24 disposals, 12 contested possessions and 10 score involvements, despite a groin issue and occasional attention from GWS tagger Toby Bedford. Bedford was also sent to Angus Brayshaw, but the midfielder had his fair share of the ball (28 disposals, three clearances) alongside Caleb Serong (35, seven). Michael Frederick was also influential in attack for the Dockers, finishing with three goals and 11 score involvements to celebrate his 25th birthday in style. "This week we tried to put away any headlines and talk about performing on the road and all those things that actually don't help you play well," Longmuir said. "We just got back to the behaviours we want to see throughout the week and have been really clear on the controllables. "Things like communication, moving on from mistakes, the connection piece, how we hunt the opposition versus getting hunted. "It doesn't matter where you play, who you play - you can bring those things, they're all controllable." Meanwhile, the Giants (5-5) are eighth after suffering their fourth loss in five matches. "Not much went right tonight, did it?" Giants coach Adam Kingsley said. "(We) didn't get centre bounce, didn't defend, didn't work, didn't move the ball. "In all aspects of the game, we looked flat. We hope that's a one-week thing and we move on pretty quickly and it won't look like that next week." Kingsley added, referring to their past two runs to the finals: "I'm not concerned because I know how it ends, so long as it ends the same way." Finn Callaghan played through discomfort in a bid to spark the home side with 24 disposals and seven clearances, as defensive Lachies - Ash (29) and Whitfield (24) - worked under the pump. But the highly rated midfielder will be sent for scans on his right shoulder following a collision with Fremantle's Patrick Voss after the third-quarter-time siren. GWS also lost young midfielder Toby McMullin, substituted out at halftime with an adductor injury. The Giants had opened the scoring, with small forward Darcy Jones needing just 46 seconds to draw first blood on his return from a knee injury. But it was Frederick who was the first-quarter star in attack, kicking two goals to help put the visitors ahead by six points. Voss almost provided a first-term highlight when he burned off Giants defenders Jack Buckley and Sam Taylor near the boundary line, but could only get a behind for his effort. The Dockers continued to dominate but were wasteful with their chances in the second quarter, kicking 2.6 (18) to 2.1 (13). They rallied after the break, with Bolton selling some candy for his third goal, and defender Cooper Simpson slotting his first to cruise to victory as GWS struggled to execute basic skills.
