Tears flow on both sides as 12-man Knights hang on after Cleary’s horror injury

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 27, 2026

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The horrific events of last December strengthened the bond between the Roosters and their community. Now they want to deliver a premiership for the people of Bondi.

Bombers land premiership coach for key role

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Bombers land premiership coach for key role

Essendon have pulled off a huge recruiting coup, luring John Longmire away from Sydney to be their new head of performance.

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One of the AFL’s most decorated coaches has swapped the dugout for the boardroom, with John Longmire joining Essendon as its new general manager.

How Josh Giddey helps others get better, on and off the court

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On the eve of Chicago Bulls’ training camp, Australian star Josh Giddey has spoken about the upcoming season, a potential Bulls’ superstar in waiting, and how he is bringing a touch of his home to a hospital in his adopted city.

Former Kent coach helps side to ultimate red-ball honour

Sep 28, 2026

Former Kent coach helps side to ultimate red-ball honour

Former Kent head coach Matt Walker is celebrating County Championship Division 1 glory - beating the county he’s about to join to the title!

Why Lions are primed to dominate after star's departure

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Why Lions are primed to dominate after star's departure

A young core and emerging group of stars have the Brisbane Lions bullish about their chances of contending for years to come as they eye further AFL success.

Trade me to Port: Crows forward makes shock request

Sep 28, 2026

Trade me to Port: Crows forward makes shock request

Luke Pedlar is set to become just the eighth player to feature for both of South Australia's AFL clubs after requesting a trade from the Crows to the Power.

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Cleary may win Dally M from hospital bed after surgery

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Nathan Cleary has had emergency surgery on his horror ankle injury, which could deny him the ability to accept the NRL's biggest individual award in person.

AFL 2026: Adelaide forward Luke Pedlar requests a trade to Port Adelaide

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