Friday

Nothing to report. Everyone on their best behaviour.

Saturday

It seems nobody wanted to miss out on the Grand Final. No reports or sanctions.

The AFL has today written to all VFLW Clubs to advise the 2021 rebel VFLW Grand Final will not be played, due to the current continuing community lockdown within Victoria.

As the final series is not able to be completed, the AFL has determined no premiership can be awarded for this season. Collingwood will be recognised as the rebel VFLW minor premiers after their undefeated season.

The 2021 rebel VFLW Grand Final has been rescheduled four times this season, but State Government lockdowns has meant it was not possible to play on any of the re-scheduled dates. The AFL’s professional sport exemption to play the VFLW Grand Final was not approved when the most recent lockdown began, and it remains unknown when community sport may be able to resume.

The AFL has been in extensive discussions over recent weeks with the clubs who qualified for the Grand Final – Collingwood and the Geelong Cats – as a range of different outcomes were pursued over the last month in a bid to play the Grand Final. None were able to be achieved with the ongoing restrictions within the state since Geelong played its preliminary final on July 31. Collingwood has now not played since July 10 and not been able to train for a large part of that time.

Both clubs have provided written submissions to confirm they cannot field a VFLW team, due to the lengthy break since their most recent respective game and the requirement to consider and begin preparations for the next AFLW season and allow a break for players who need post-season treatment.

Collingwood VFLW Captain Caitlin Bunker said she’s proud of another incredible season of football by the girls.

“Our whole group is absolutely devastated that we won’t be able to play the VFLW Grand Final this year and have the opportunity to play for the Premiership in front of our Collingwood fans, but we understand and are supportive of the decision.”

“The decision was best to ensure for the health and safety of our players, coaches, staff and the broader community.

“Having missed last year’s season and having to adapt with further lockdowns this year has been hard for our players, coaches, staff and fans who have all shown immense dedication and commitment to our program and the competition.

“For the third season in a row, Collingwood were crowned minor premiers and remained undefeated throughout the season and finals series. While our group is disappointed that we won’t have the opportunity to play the Grand Final, I’m still extremely proud of what our group has been able to achieve in 2021.”

Geelong VFLW Captain Claudia Gunjaca said the playing group supported the decision.

“As a group, we have remained hopeful and focused throughout the uncertainty and while it’s not the outcome we were hoping for, we understand and support the decision that’s been made,” Gunjaca said.

“As disappointing as it is, it doesn’t take away from how proud we are of what we’ve been able to achieve this season.”

The AFL presented options to both clubs to play the Grand Final when community sport returns to Victoria, but several factors have made this too great a challenge. Under current Government restrictions, there is no confirmed end to the current lockdown with both clubs not running VFLW programs currently.

All 12 VFLW clubs completed a full 14-game season with a three-week finals series before the scheduled Grand Final, which was then postponed when Victoria went back into lockdown.

AFL Head of Talent Pathways and State League Competitions Tristan Salter expressed sadness at today’s decision after what had been a terrific season of football for the VFLW community.

“The rebel VFLW Competition has been a foundation league in Victoria for many years and an exciting pathway for young girls. The 2021 season has been a challenge to everyone connected to football. The AFL is very proud of how all VFLW clubs, players, officials, supporters and corporate partners managed through a difficult year and kept their communities connected,” Salter said.

“To play 90 VFLW games during a COVID-interrupted season is a testament to the resilience and commitment of the whole industry – all clubs, players, coaches, umpires and officials.

“Our clubs and the League have made a difficult decision and we sympathise with their players and coaches and their legion of fans and supporters. Everyone is aligned and united in this decision and we will come through this together.

“In 2021 we celebrate 40 years of women’s football in Victoria and we reflect on the contribution of all women to our great game. Participation for women and girls has exploded and the VFLW has added a vibrancy and excitement to our game that we have sorely needed in these challenging times.

“We congratulate all clubs on a successful year of football and look forward to returning for the 2022 season,” Salter said.

The AFL will confirm further details on the structure and timing of the 2022 rebel VFLW Season shortly but an anticipated season start in early 2022.

All times AEST

First Preliminary Final

MELBOURNE v GEELONG CATS

Friday September 10, 7:50pm at Optus Stadium

Melbourne Demons

B: C. Salem, S. May, J. Lever
HB: J. Bowey, H. Petty, T. Rivers
C: T. Sparrow, C. Petracca, E. Langdon
HF: B. Fritsch, T. McDonald, J. Viney
F: A. Neal-Bullen, B. Brown, C. Spargo
FOLL: M. Gawn, C. Oliver, A. Brayshaw

I/C: J. Harmes, L. Jackson, M. Hibberd, K. Pickett
EMG: N. Jones, J. Melksham, J. Jordon, K. Chandler

IN: M. Hibberd
OUT: J. Smith (injured), J. Jordon (sub)

Good to luck to Former Dolphin @M_Hibberd1 playing for @melbournefc in tomorrow night’s preliminary final vs Geelong at @OptusStadium #AFLDeesCats #AFLFinals pic.twitter.com/PP91UO0Nrl

— Frankston Football Club (@FrankstonFC) September 9, 2021

Geelong Cats

B: J. Henry, L. Henderson, Z. Tuohy
HB: J. Kolodjashnij, M. Blicavs, J. Bews
C: M. Duncan, C. Guthrie, I. Smith
HF: E. Ratugolea, J. Cameron, G. Rohan
F: S. Menegola, T. Hawkins, G. Miers
FOLL: R. Stanley, J. Selwood, P. Dangerfield

I/C: T. Atkins, Z. Guthrie, M. Holmes, B. Close
EMG: L. Dahlhaus, S. Simpson, D. Fort, S. Higgins

IN: Nil
OUT: B. Parfitt (injured)

Second Preliminary Final

PORT ADELAIDE v WESTERN BULLDOGS

Saturday September 11, 7:40pm at Adelaide Oval

Port Adelaide Power

B: R. Burton, T. McKenzie, A. Aliir
HB: M. Bergman, T. Jonas, D. Byrne-Jones
C: X. Duursma, O. Wines, D. Houston
HF: K. Amon, T. Marshall, Z. Butters
F: R. Gray, C. Dixon, C. Rozee
FOLL: S. Lycett, T. Boak, W. Drew

I/C: S. Motlop, R. Bonner, O. Fantasia, P. Ladhams
EMG: S. Powell-Pepper, S. Mayes, J. Lienert, T. Clurey

IN: Nil
OUT: S. Powell-Pepper (sub)

Western Bulldogs

B: E. Wood, R. Gardner, B. Williams
HB: C. Daniel, Z. Cordy, B. Dale
C: B. Smith, J. Dunkley, L. Hunter
HF: L. Vandermeer, A. Naughton, A. Treloar
F: J. Schache, T. English, M. Hannan
FOLL: S. Martin, J. Macrae, M. Bontempelli

I/C: J. Johannisen, T. Liberatore, T. Duryea, R. Smith
EMG: A. Scott, Le.Young, M. Wallis, E. Richards

IN: Z. Cordy, S. Martin
OUT: A. Keath, C. Weightman (both injured), Le.Young (omitted)

Fiery words in defence of the Geelong Football Club’s medical team.

Talk now in the Melbourne vs Geelong match thread: https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/afl-2021-first-preliminary-final-demons-v-cats-fri-september-10th-7-50pm-est-5-50pm-wst-optus.1284517/unread

Geelong forum Prelim Thread – Dees v Cats: https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/afl-2021-first-preliminary-final-demons-v-cats-fri-september-10th-7-50pm-est-5-50pm-wst-optus.1284517/unread

Geelong forum Gameday: https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/forums/geelong.26/?prefix_id=233

Changes for the Prelim (Dees Forum)

https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/changes-v-geelong-preliminary-final-friday-september-10-7-50pm-aest-optus-stadium-perth.1283583/unread

Game Thread

https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/afl-2021-first-preliminary-final-demons-v-cats-fri-september-10th-7-50pm-est-5-50pm-wst-optus.1284517/unread

All your Umpiring, MRP and Tribunal talk >>

Friday – Geelong vs GWS

No charges laid.

Incidents assessed:

The incident between Geelong’s Tom Hawkins and GWS GIANTS’ Lachie Whitfield from the second quarter of Friday night’s Semi Final between the Geelong Cats and GWS GIANTS was assessed. Whitfield marks the ball in the GIANTS’ defensive 50 where he is met by Hawkins and high contact is made. It was the view of the MRO that there was insufficient forceful high contact to constitute a reportable offence. No further action was taken.

The incident between Geelong’s Joel Selwood and GWS GIANTS’ Josh Kelly from the third quarter of Friday night’s Semi Final between the Geelong Cats and GWS GIANTS was assessed. Selwood has possession of the ball on the half back flank for Geelong and is met by Kelly. Selwood raises his arm to fend and high contact occurs. It was the view of the MRO that there was insufficient forceful high contact to constitute a reportable offence. No further action was taken.

Talk Selwood on Josh Kelly in the thread >>

Saturday – Brisbane vs Western Bulldogs

No charges laid.

Incident assessed:

The incident between the Brisbane Lions’ Marcus Adams and Western Bulldogs’ Cody Weightman from the second quarter of Saturday night’s Semi Final between the Brisbane Lions and Western Bulldogs was assessed. The ball is kicked towards the Western Bulldogs’ forward 50. Weightman runs with the flight of the ball where he is met by Adams and high contact occurs. It was the view of the Match Review Officer that Adams’ actions were not unreasonable in the circumstances. No further action was taken.

Check out the 2021 free kick differential chart >>

All the talk about Collingwood’s new head coach is on the BigFooty thread:

https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/collingwood-coach-2022.1265053/

The VFL 2021 Thread: https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/vfl-2021.1239598/

The AFL has today informed all 22 VFL Clubs that the 2021 VFL Premiership Season will not be completed, due to the challenges surrounding the COVID-19 situation across the country.

A 2021 VFL Premier will not be awarded with the league to recognise Footscray as the VFL minor premiers after an undefeated 10-match season.

The evolving COVID-19 situation across the country with a lengthy lockdown already in place in New South Wales, an extension to the Victorian State Government lockdown and having the four remaining sides, Footscray, Southport, Geelong and Box Hill currently located in four different locations across Australia, provided too great a challenge to complete the two Preliminary Finals and Grand Final, and then crown a Premier.

The two Preliminary Finals were scheduled for Saturday September 11 with the Grand Final to be played on Sunday September 18.

Separately, the AFL, Collingwood and Geelong remain desperate to play the 2021 rebel VFLW Grand Final with various scenarios being worked through. No final decision has yet been made for the women’s Grand Final and the delay to the start of the 2022 AFLW Season will provide some additional options.

AFL Head of Talent Pathways and State League Competitions Tristan Salter said the VFL industry has united throughout 2021 to try and make the VFL Season happen.

“The 2021 Season saw multiple schedule changes, several match cancellations, postponements and weeks of hiatus for many clubs. All clubs, players, officials and umpires should be congratulated for their relentless pursuit to play matches,” Salter said.

Salter said the difficult decision was made following close consultation with the remaining four VFL clubs and, after multiple scenarios were considered, the changing nature of the COVID-19 situation made it impossible to complete the competition.

“All levels of the game across Australia have been impacted by the health pandemic this year and it has been another challenging year for everyone connected to football. Footy clubs are the heartbeat of many local communities and the identity of our clubs and our league will not be defined by the outcome of the 2020 and 2021 season,” Salter said.

“We acknowledge this is very disappointing news for the players, coaches, officials, volunteers and fans of the VFL and commend every VFL club who has worked tirelessly to ensure a united approach to the outcome of the 2021 Season.

“We have explored many scenarios as to how we could still proceed in Victoria and interstate over the last few weeks, but it ultimately provided too great a challenge for all involved.”

After 107 home-away-games played across three states with 22 clubs during a COVID-interrupted season, the current circumstances provided too great a challenge as, due to the part-time nature of the competition, the AFL was unable to obtain approval to play matches under the professional sport exemption.

The 2022 VFL Premiership Season is scheduled for March/April 2022 and will continue to be a key pillar of Australian football.

The AFL has confirmed the 2021 J. J. Liston Trophy awarded to the best and fairest player in the VFL will not be awarded. The J. J. Liston has a proud and rich history and previous winners are icons of Australian football. The AFL determined that given the uneven number of available games played to all players that awarding a winner was not the right decision this season.

The below Awards will be presented for 2021 judged on the body of work by each player:

VFLW

Lambert-Pearce Medal – Best and Fairest Player
Debbie Lee Rising Star Medal – Best First Year Player
Rohenna Young Medal – Leading Goalkicker
VFLW Team of the Year and Coach of the Year
Ann Rulton Award – Volunteer of the Year

VFL

Jim ‘Frosty’ Miller – Leading Goalkicker
Fothergill-Round-Mitchell Medal – Most Promising Young Talent in the VFL (must be no older than turning 24 this season and must never have been on an AFL list)
VFL Team of the Year and Coach of the Year
Alec Gillon Award – Volunteer of the Year

As noted earlier, the AFL, Collingwood and Geelong remain eager to play the 2021 rebel VFLW Grand Final.

The AFL is currently working with all VFL clubs on how to best support all players, coaches and officials impacted by this outcome and how to support their involvement in the game in 2022.

“This has been a challenging decision and we have appreciated the support of all clubs and our commercial and broadcast partners in all decisions this season. We would also like to thank the State Governments and public health authorities for their guidance and support in tackling COVID-19,” Salter said.

“To the legion of passionate fans of the VFL, we thank you for your support and understanding of these unique and challenging circumstances. The one constant over the last two year has been the loyalty and unwavering support of our fans and members and we look forward to preparing a memorable return to VFL football in 2022.

“VFL football will return in 2022 and we look forward to welcoming as many fans as possible back to matches to reconnect with their communities.”

State League Football is imperative in the evolution and growth of Australian football and contributes to a more connected football model across Australia. The VFL will continue in 2022 as a 21-team competition with clubs representing Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.

Toby Greene has been suspended for three games by the AFL Tribunal, putting him out for the rest of the season, plus one or more games in 2022 if GWS do not progress to the Grand Final.

AFL counsel Geoff Gleeson argued for a lengthy ban for Greene’s aggressive “barroom” bump on umpire.

“The sanction should say that, when an angry and aggressive player walks into and bumps an umpire with barroom swagger, there is a serious consequence,” Gleeson said.

Full discussion on BigFooty:

https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/toby-greene-makes-contact-with-umpire-now-with-poll.1283558/

Toby Greene, GWS GIANTS, has been charged with Intentional Umpire Contact against Umpire Matt Stevic, during the third quarter of the Elimination Final between the Sydney Swans and GWS GIANTS, played at UTAS Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

In summary, he has been referred directly to the Tribunal and cannot accept an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Intentional Umpire Contact. The incident was classified as a direct referral to the Tribunal and the player cannot accept an early plea.

Sanctions accepted:
Tom McCartin, Sydney Swans, has accepted a $2000 sanction for Engaging in Rough Conduct against Toby Greene, GWS GIANTS during the fourth quarter of the Elimination Final between the Sydney Swans and GWS GIANTS, played at UTAS Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Daniel Rich, Brisbane Lions, has accepted a $2000 sanction for Rough Conduct (Dangerous Tackle) against James Harmes, Melbourne during the third quarter of the Qualifying Final between Melbourne and the Brisbane Lions, played at Adelaide Oval Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Rhys Mathieson, Brisbane Lions, has accepted a $2000 sanction for Striking Kysaiah Pickett, Melbourne during the third quarter of the Qualifying Final between Melbourne and the Brisbane Lions, played at Adelaide Oval Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Rhys Mathieson, Brisbane Lions, has accepted a $2000 sanction for Engaging in Rough Conduct against Max Gawn, Melbourne during the third quarter of the Qualifying Final between Melbourne and the Brisbane Lions, played at Adelaide Oval Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Friday

All good lads!

Saturday

Toby Greene, GWS GIANTS, has been charged with Intentional Umpire Contact against Umpire Matt Stevic, during the third quarter of the Elimination Final between the Sydney Swans and GWS GIANTS, played at UTAS Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

In summary, he has been referred directly to the Tribunal and cannot accept an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Intentional Umpire Contact. The incident was classified as a direct referral to the Tribunal and the player cannot accept an early plea.

Will Greene get rubbed out?

Supporters sound off + Vote in our poll:

https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/toby-greene-makes-contact-with-umpire-now-with-poll.1283558/

Tom McCartin, Sydney Swans, has been charged with Engaging in Rough Conduct against Toby Greene, GWS GIANTS during the fourth quarter of the Elimination Final between the Sydney Swans and GWS GIANTS, played at UTAS Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Conduct, Low Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Daniel Rich, Brisbane Lions, has been charged with Rough Conduct (Dangerous Tackle) against James Harmes, Melbourne during the third quarter of the Qualifying Final between Melbourne and the Brisbane Lions, played at Adelaide Oval Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Conduct, Low Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Rhys Mathieson, Brisbane Lions, has been charged with Striking Kysaiah Pickett, Melbourne during the third quarter of the Qualifying Final between Melbourne and the Brisbane Lions, played at Adelaide Oval Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Conduct, Low Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Rhys Mathieson, Brisbane Lions, has been charged with Engaging in Rough Conduct against Max Gawn, Melbourne during the third quarter of the Qualifying Final between Melbourne and the Brisbane Lions, played at Adelaide Oval Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Conduct, Low Impact, Body Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Sunday

TBA

Port Adelaide vs Geelong, QF,
Friday 7.50pm AEST at Adelaide Oval

PORT ADELAIDE

B: R Burton, T McKenzie, A Aliir
HB: M Bergman, T Jonas, A Byrne-Jones
C: X Duursma, O Wines, D Houston
HF: K Amon, T Marshall, Z Butters
F: R Gray, C Dixon, C Rozee
R: S Lycett, T Boak, W Drew

Int: O Fantasia, P Ladhams, R Bonner, S Motlop
Emg: S Powell-Pepper, S Mayes, B Woodcock, T Clurey

In: O Fantasia
Out: M Georgiades, S Mayes

GEELONG

B: J Henry, L Henderson, J Bews
HB: M O’Connor, M Blicavs, T Atkins
C: S Menegola, M Duncan, I Smith
HF: S Simpson, J Cameron, G Rohan
F: B Close, T Hawkins, G Miers
R: R Stanley, J Selwood, P Dangerfield

Int: J Kolodjashnij, B Parfitt, C Guthrie, L Dahlhaus
Emg: M Holmes, S Higgins, E Ratugolea, Z Guthrie

In: M Duncan
Out: M Holmes, S Higgins

Sydney Swans vs GWS Giants, EF,
Saturday 3.20pm AEST at York Park

SYDNEY

B: H Cunningham, L Melican, D Rampe
HB: J Lloyd, T McCartin, J McInerney
C: J Dawson, G Hewett, I Heeney
HF: W Hayward, H McLean, E Gulden
F: T Papley, L Franklin, S Wicks
R: T Hickey, L Parker, J Rowbottom

Int: C O’Riordan, C Warner, O Florent, J Bell
Emg: S Reid, C Sinclair, B Campbell, R Fox

In: C Warner, J Bell
Out: C Mills, B Campbell, R Fox

GWS

B: J Stein, S Taylor, I Cumming
HB: L Ash, N Haynes, L Whitfield
C: J Kelly, S Congilio, H Perryman
HF: T Taranto, H Himmelberg, T Greene
F: Z Sproule, J Hogan, M de Boer
R: S Mumford, J Hopper, C Ward

Int: S Reid, D Lloyd, T Green, C Idun
Emg: K Briggs, T Bruhn, P Davis, C Stone

In: S Reid, S Mumford, T Green
Out: A Kennedy, K Briggs, T Bruhn, X O’Halloran

Melbourne vs Brisbane, QF,
Saturday 7.30pm AEST at Adelaide Oval

MELBOURNE

B: T Rivers, S May, H Petty
HB: J Bowey, J Lever, C Salem
C: A Brayshaw, C Petracca, E Langdon
HF: C Spargo, T McDonald, J Viney
F: A Neal-Bullen, B Brown, B Fritsch
R: M Gawn, C Oliver, K Pickett

Int: J Harmes, L Jackson, J Smith, T Sparrow
Emg: N Jones, M Hibberd, J Melksham, J Jordon

In: –
Out: J Jordon

BRISBANE

B: D Gardiner, H Andrews, B Starcevich
HB: G Birchall, M Adams, D Rich
C: H McCluggage, Z Bailey, J Berry
HF: L McCarthy, D McStay, D Zorko
F: N Cockatoo, J Daniher, C Cameron
R: O McInerney, J Lyons, L Neale

Int: M Robinson, K Coleman, J Prior, T Fullarton
Emg: T Berry, R Mathieson, C Ballenden, J Payne

In: H Andrews, M Robinson
Out: C Ah Chee, R Lester, R Mathieson

Western Bulldogs vs Essendon, EF,
Sunday 3.20pm AEST at York Park

WESTERN BULLDOGS

B: T Duryea, A Keath, B Williams
HB: C Daniel, Z Cordy, B Dale
C: A Treloar, J Dunkley, L Hunter
HF: L Vandermeer, A Naughton, B Smith
F: T Liberatore, T English, C Weightman
R: L Young, J Macrae, M Bontempelli

Int: J Schache, A Scott, J Johannisen, R Smith, R Gardner, R West, M Hannan, E Wood

In: A Scott, R West, R Gardner
Out: –

ESSENDON

B: M Redman, J Laverde, T Cutler
HB: D Heppell, J Ridley, J Stewart
C: A McGrath, Z Merrett, A Waterman
HF: W Snelling, A Francis, A Perkins
F: J Stringer, P Wright, D Smith
R: S Draper, D Parish, D Shiel

Int: M Guelfi, S Durham, J Caldwell, M Gleeson

In: J Caldwell, M Gleeson
Out: – N Hind, D Clarke

AFL Hall of Fame

Legends of the Game:

• three-time Sandover Medal winner Merv McIntosh, playing 213 games between 1939-1955,
• ten-time SANFL Premiership Coach Jack Oatey AM, coaching 500 wins at Norwood.

Hall of Fame:

• Debbie Lee – the first female HoF inductee – a driving force behind Melbourne’s AFLW program and an integral part of its establishment,
• Chris Judd – Brownlow Medal winner at two clubs and 279 game player,
• Nathan Burke – played a record-setting 323 games with the Saints from 1987-2003, 3-time Best and Fairest winner and St Kilda team of the century, Bulldogs AFLW Head Coach.
• Rob Wiley – Goal kicking rover with a rare combination of champion qualities.

2021 NAB AFL Rising Star Award

Luke Jackson won the award with 51 votes ahead of GWS GIANTS midfielder Tom Green (38 votes) and Port Adelaide’s power forward Mitch Georgiades (28 votes).

Congratulations to Luke Jackson, the 2021 @NAB AFL Rising Star #AFLAwards pic.twitter.com/vzM7eQ3Msd

— AFL (@AFL) August 26, 2021

2021 Coleman Medallist

Kicking 58 goals over 19 games, Harry McKay claimed the award by four goals, ahead of last year’s winner Geelong’s Tom Hawkins (54 goals) and Richmond’s Jack Riewoldt (51 goals).

2021 Coleman Medal top ten:
58 Harry McKay (Carlton)
54 Tom Hawkins (Geelong Cats)
51 Jack Riewoldt (Richmond)
48 Lance Franklin (Sydney Swans)
48 Josh Bruce (Western Bulldogs)
48 Taylor Walker (Adelaide Crows)
47 Ben King (Gold Coast SUNS)
47 Charlie Cameron (Brisbane Lions)
47 Bayley Fritsch (Melbourne)
46 Charlie Dixon (Port Adelaide)

2021 AFL Coaches Association Best Young Player

Noah Anderson of the Gold Coast Suns and Caleb Serong of the Fremantle Football Club.

Following his impressive first year for the Dockers, Serong started the year with high expectations and it’s safe to say the 19-year-old went above and beyond those in another outstanding season. He had 30 disposals or more on five occasions, and could have had more if he didn’t spend the majority of his 22 games playing a more selfless defensive role as a part of Fremantle’s emerging midfield.

Anderson has been one of the SUNS most consistent contributors, averaging 22.7 disposals, 4.2 clearances, 4.2 marks and 8.9 contested possessions per game. The youngster is one of many young, rising SUNS making an impact on gameday and someone who will be looking to continue to impress as the 2022 season arrives.

2021 Therabody AFL All Australian Team

Back Pocket
Jake Lever, Melbourne.
Never Previously All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
342 disposals. 215 kicks, 124 marks, 127 handballs averaging 15.5 disposals, 9.8 kicks, 5.6 marks, 5.8 handballs. 27 Inside 50m, 94 rebound 50m. 41 tackles. 80.5 Kick Efficiency. 130 spoils.

Full Back
Steven May, Melbourne.
Never Previously All Australian.
20 games in 2021.
368 disposals. 111 kicks, 116 marks, 57 handballs averaging 18.4 disposals, 15.8 kicks, 5.8 marks, 2.9 handballs. 17 Inside 50m, 128 rebound 50m. 23 tackles. 84.9 Kick Efficiency. 119 spoils.

Back Pocket
Tom Stewart, Geelong Cats.
2018, 2019 All Australian.
20 games in 2021.
480 disposals, 178 marks (First in AFL for total marks), 122 rebound-50m, 84.8 disposal efficiency, 378 kicks, 102 handballs, 115 contested possessions, 155 intercept possessions, 61 spoils. Averaging 24.0 disposals, 8.9 marks, 6.1 rebound-50m, 18.9 kicks.

Half Back
Daniel Rich, Brisbane Lions.
Never Previously All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
575 disposals, 65 inside-50m, 170 rebound-50m, 475 kicks, 121 contested possessions, 128 marks. Averaging 26.1 disposals, 3.0 inside-50m, 7.7 rebound-50m, 21.6 kicks, 6.0 intercept possessions,.8 marks.

Centre Half Back
Aliir Aliir, Port Adelaide.
Never Previously All Australian.
22 games in 2020.
339 disposals. 244 kicks, 142 marks, 95 handballs averaging 15.4 disposals, 11.1 kicks, 6.5 marks, 4.4 handballs. 17 Inside 50m, 86 rebound 50m. 35 tackles. 82 Kick Efficiency. 121 spoils.

Half Back
Bailey Dale, Western Bulldogs.
Never Previously All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
539 disposals. 381 kicks, 84 marks, 158 handballs averaging 24.5 disposals, 17.3 kicks, 84 marks. 59 Inside 50m, 117 rebound 50m. 23 tackles.

Wing
Zach Merrett, Essendon.
2017 All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
694 disposals, 345 kicks, 94 marks, 349 handballs, averaging 31.5 disposals, 15.7 kicks, 4.3 marks, 15.9 handballs. 82 clearances, 122 Inside 50m, 52 Rebound 50m. 103 tackles.

Centre
Ollie Wines, Port Adelaide.
Never Previously All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
706 disposals (Third in AFL for total disposals), 337 kicks, 369 handballs, 114 inside-50m, 211 ground-ball gets, 77 stoppage clearances, 140 score involvements, 98 tackles. Averaging 32.1 disposals, 15.3 kicks, 16.8 handballs, 5.2 inside-50m, 6.4 score involvements, 4.5 tackles.

Wing
Sam Walsh, Carlton.
Never Previously All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
656 disposals, 298 kicks, 358 handballs, 85 inside-50m, 127 marks, 252 contested possessions, 100 tackles, 503 pressure acts, 143 score involvements, 12 goals, six behinds. Averaging 29.8 disposals, 13.5 kicks, 16.3 handballs, 3.9 inside-50m, 5.8 marks, 4.5 tackles.

Half Forward
Christian Petracca, Melbourne.
2020 All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
629 disposals, 173 score involvements (First in AFL for total score involvements), 24 goals, 14 behinds, 299 contested possessions, 355 kicks, 274 handballs, 148 inside-50m, 62 centre clearances, 95 tackles. Averaging 28.6 disposals, 7.9 score involvements, 16.1 kicks, 12.5 handballs, 6.7 Inside-50m.

Centre Half Forward
Tom Hawkins, Geelong Cats.
2012, 2019, 2020 All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
298 disposals. 190 kicks, 116 marks, 108 handballs averaging 13.5 disposals, 8.6 kicks, 5.3 marks, 4.9 handballs. 54 Goals, 33 Behinds. 33 Inside 50m.

Half Forward
Marcus Bontempelli, Western Bulldogs (Vice Captain).
2016, 2019, 2020 All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
598 disposals, 340 kicks, 88 marks, 258 handballs, averaging 27.2 disposals, 15.5 kicks, 4 marks, 11.7 handballs. 26 Goals, 16 Behinds. 120 clearances, 145 Inside 50m, 40 Rebound 50m. 111 tackles.

Forward Pocket
Tom Papley, Sydney Swans.
Never Previously All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
297 disposals, 123 contested possessions, 41 goals, 27 behinds, 21 goal assists, 218 kicks, tackles inside-50m. Averaging 13.5 disposals, 5.6 contested possessions, 6.5 score involvements, 3.9 marks.

Full Forward
Harry McKay, Carlton.
Never Previously All Australian.
19 games in 2021.
185 disposals. 154 kicks, 113 marks, 31 handballs averaging 9.7 disposals, 8.1 kicks, 5.9 marks, 1.6 handballs. 58 Goals, 33 Behinds. 26 Inside 50m. 27 tackles.

Forward Pocket
Toby Greene, GWS GIANTS.
2016 All Australian.
17 games in 2021.
299 disposals, 223 kicks, 77 marks, 76 handballs, averaging 17.6 disposals, 13.1 kicks, 4.5 marks, 4.5 handballs. 42 Goals, 40 Behinds. 20 clearances, 70 Inside 50m, 36 tackles.

Ruck
Max Gawn, Melbourne (Captain).
2016, 2018, 2019, 2020 All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
404 disposals. 273 kicks, 115 marks, 131 handballs averaging 18.4 disposals,12.4 kicks, 5.2 marks. 11 Goals, 14 Behinds. 68 Inside 50m.

Ruck Rover
Jack Macrae, Western Bulldogs.
2019, 2020 All Australian
22 games in 2021.
743 disposals, 359 kicks, 92 marks, 384 handballs, averaging 33.8 disposals, 16.3 kicks, 92 marks, 17.5 handballs. 110 Inside 50m, 106 tackles.

Rover
Clayton Oliver, Melbourne.
2018 All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
696 disposals (fifth in AFL for total disposals), 388 contested possessions (first in AFL for total contested possessions), 313 kicks, 383 handballs, 116 tackles. Averaging, 31.6 disposals, 17.6 contested possessions, 14.2 kicks, 17.4 handballs, 5.3 tackles.

Interchange
Jack Steele, St Kilda.
2020 All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
642 disposals, 185 tackles (First in AFL for total tackles), 311 kicks, 331 handballs, 552 pressure acts. Averaging 29.2 disposals, 4.8 inside-50m, 8.4 tackles, 25.1 pressure acts, 14.1 kicks, 15 handballs, 8.9 ground-ball gets.

Interchange
Nic Naitanui, West Coast.
2012, 2020 All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
687 hit outs, 270 hit outs to advantage, 54 centre clearances, 335 disposals, 154 kicks, 181 handballs. Averaging 31.2 hit outs, 15.2 disposals, 7 kicks, 8.2 handballs, 3.5 inside-50m, 12.4 contested possessions, 5.4 ground-ball gets, 5.4 score involvements.

Interchange
Touk Miller, Gold Coast Suns.
Never Previously All Australian.
21 games in 2021.
668 disposals, 334 kicks, 95 marks, 334 handballs, 91 inside-50m, 149 tackles, 117 score involvements. Averaging 31.8 disposals, 15.9 kicks, 15.9 handballs, 4.3 inside-50m, 12.5 contested possessions, 7.1 tackles, 5.6 score involvements.

Interchange
Darcy Parish, Essendon.
Never Previously All Australian.
22 games in 2021.
666 disposals (Eighth in AFL for total disposals), 168 score involvements (Third in AFL for total score involvements), 319 kicks, 347 handballs. Averaging 30.3 disposals, 7.6 score involvements, 14.5 kicks, 15.8 handballs.

Caleb Daniel, Western Bulldogs, has accepted a $1500 sanction for a first offence of Abusive, Insulting, Threatening, Obscene Language Towards or in Relation to an Umpire (Ray Chamberlain), during the third quarter of the Round 23 match between the Western Bulldogs and Port Adelaide played at Marvel Stadium on Friday, August 20, 2021.

Jarrod Harbrow, Gold Coast SUNS, has accepted a $2000 sanction for Forceful Front-On Contact against Isaac Heeney, Sydney Swans during the second quarter of the Round 23 match between the Gold Coast Suns and the Sydney Swans, played at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, August 21, 2021.

Jamie Elliott, Collingwood, has accepted a $2000 sanction for Tripping Matt Guelfi, Essendon, during the third quarter of the Round 23 match between Essendon and Collingwood, played at the MCG on Sunday August 22, 2021.

Friday

Caleb Daniel, Western Bulldogs, has been charged with a first offence of Abusive, Insulting, Threatening, Obscene Language Towards or in Relation to an Umpire (Ray Chamberlain), during the third quarter of the Round 23 match between the Western Bulldogs and Port Adelaide played at Marvel Stadium on Friday, August 20, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $1500 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Abusive, Insulting, Threatening, Obscene Language Towards or in Relation to an Umpire. The incident was classified as a $2500 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $1500 sanction with an early plea.

Incident assessed:
The match day report laid against the Western Bulldogs’ Aaron Naughton for his tackle against Port Adelaide’s Tom Jonas from the third quarter of Friday’s match played at Marvel Stadium was assessed. Jonas gains possession of the ball on the defensive side of the wing for Port Adelaide before he is tackled by Naughton. It was determined by the MRO that Naughton’s actions were not unreasonable in the circumstances. No further action was taken.

Saturday

Jarrod Harbrow, Gold Coast SUNS, has been charged with Forceful Front-On Contact against Isaac Heeney, Sydney Swans during the second quarter of the Round 23 match between the Gold Coast Suns and the Sydney Swans, played at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, August 21, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Conduct, Low Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Incident assessed:
The incident between Geelong’s Tom Hawkins and Melbourne’s Clayton Oliver from the third quarter of Saturday’s game between the Geelong Cats and Melbourne played at GMHBA Stadium was assessed. Oliver has possession of ball in Melbourne’s defensive 50 and, as he is disposing of the football, Hawkins applies a tackle from behind. It was the view of the MRO there was insufficient forceful high contact to constitute a reportable offence. No further action was taken.

Sunday

TBA

All times AEST.

WESTERN BULLDOGS v PORT ADELAIDE

Friday August 20, 7:50pm at Marvel Stadium

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BULLDOGS

B: Duryea, Keath, Williams
HB: Wood, Cordy, Dale
C: Dunkley, Treloar, Hunter
HF: Daniel, Young, Smith
F: Liberatore, Naughton, Weightman
FOLL: English, Macrae, Bontempelli

I/C: Johannisen, Hannan, Vandermeer, Smith
EMG: Schache, McNeil, Richards, Scott

IN: Smith
OUT: Garcia (omitted), Scott (sub)

POWER

B: Burton, McKenzie, Aliir
HB: Bergman, Jonas, Byrne-Jones
C: Duursma, Wines, Houston
HF: Amon, Georgiades, Butters
F: Gray, Dixon, Rozee
FOLL: Lycett, Boak, Drew

I/C: Marshall, Bonner, Motlop, Ladhams
EMG: Mayes, Clurey, Powell-Pepper, Lienert

IN: McKenzie, Motlop
OUT: Clurey, Mayes (both omitted), Fantasia (injured)

RICHMOND v HAWTHORN

Saturday August 21, 1:35pm at the MCG

TIGERS

B: Grimes, Miller, Astbury
HB: Short, Vlastuin, Rioli
C: Graham, Dow, McIntosh
HF: Parker, Baker, Pickett
F: Lynch, Bolton, Riewoldt
FOLL: Coleman-Jones, Collier-Dawkins, Martyn

I/C: Stack, Ross, Chol, Castagna
EMG: Aarts, Garthwaite, Ralphsmith, Naish

IN: Miller, Astbury, McIntosh, Pickett, Collier-Dawkins, Martyn, Ross, Chol, Castagna
OUT: Garthwaite, Ralpsmith, Rioli (all omitted), Cotchin, Edwards, Lambert, Nankervis, Prestia, Mansell (all injured), Aarts (sub)

HAWKS

B: O’Brien, Hartigan, Frost
HB: Burgoyne, Scrimshaw, Hardwick
C: Howe, O’Meara, Phillips
HF: Breust, Lewis, Nash
F: Wingard, McEvoy, Koschitzke
FOLL: Ceglar, Mitchell, Worpel

I/C: Hanrahan, Morrison, Bramble, Shiels
EMG: Morris, Brockman, Downie, Newcombe

IN: O’Meara, Breust, Worpel
OUT: Downie (omitted), Newcombe, Brockman (both managed), Morris (sub)

SYDNEY SWANS v GOLD COAST SUNS

Saturday August 21, 1:45pm at Marvel Stadium

SWANS

B: Cunningham, Melican, Rampe
HB: Lloyd, McCartin, Dawson
C: McInerney, Mills, Florent
HF: Hayward, Heeney, Wicks
F: McLean, Franklin, Papley
FOLL: Hickey, Hewett, Parker

I/C: O’Riordan, Rowbottom, Gulden, Campbell
EMG: Fox, Sinclair, Warner, Clarke

IN: Lloyd, Mills, Franklin
OUT: Reid, Fox (both omitted), Blakey, Kennedy (both injured)

SUNS

B: Powell, Collins, Lemmens
HB: Harbrow, Ballard, Swallow
C: MacPherson, Miller, Atkins
HF: Burgess, Lukosius, Sexton
F: Corbett, King, Ainsworth
FOLL: Smith, Anderson, Davies

I/C: Farrar, Fiorini, Jeffrey, Rowell
EMG: Brodie, Flanders, Sharp, Townsend

IN: Harbrow, Davies
OUT: Sharp, Townsend (both omitted), Bowes (injured)

BRISBANE LIONS v WEST COAST EAGLES

Saturday August 21, 4:35pm at the Gabba

LIONS

B: Gardiner, Andrews, Starcevich
HB: Birchall, Lester, Rich
C: McCluggage, Bailey, J. Berry
HF: McCarthy, McStay, Zorko
F: Ah Chee, Daniher, Cameron
FOLL: McInerney, Lyons, Neale

I/C: Cockatoo, Coleman, Prior, Fullarton
EMG: T. Berry, Mathieson, Adams, Ballenden

IN: Nil
OUT: Mathieson (sub)

EAGLES

B: H. Edwards, Barrass, Cole
HB: Foley, Rotham, Witherden
C: Gaff, Yeo, Redden
HF: Cripps, Darling, L. Edwards
F: Ryan, Allen, Jones
FOLL: Naitanui, Sheed, Shuey

I/C: Waterman, Vardy, Nelson, West
EMG: Langdon, Brander, Petruccelle, Williams

IN: H. Edwards, Rotham, Jones, Waterman, West
OUT: Petruccelle (omitted), Sheppard, Kelly, McGovern, Kennedy (all injured), Langdon (sub)

GEELONG CATS v MELBOURNE

Saturday August 21, 7:25pm at GMHBA Stadium

CATS

B: Henry, Henderson, Kolodjashnij
HB: O’Connor, Blicavs, Bews
C: Menegola, C. Guthrie, Smith
HF: Parfitt, Cameron, Rohan
F: Close, Hawkins, Miers
FOLL: Stanley, Selwood, Dangerfield

I/C: Atkins, Simpson, Holmes, Dahlhaus
EMG: Narkle, Higgins, Ratugolea, Z. Guthrie

IN: Rohan, Miers, Atkins
OUT: Ratugolea, Z. Guthrie (both omitted), Higgins (managed), Narkle (sub)

DEMONS

B: Smith, May, Petty
HB: Rivers, Lever, Salem
C: Harmes, Petracca, Langdon
HF: Viney, McDonald, Brayshaw
F: Neal-Bullen, Brown, Fritsch
FOLL: Gawn, Oliver, Sparrow

I/C: Jackson, Spargo, Bowey, Pickett
EMG: Hibberd, Melksham, Jordon, Chandler

IN: May, Viney, McDonald
OUT: Jordon, Melksham, Hibberd (all omitted), vandenBerg (sub)

CARLTON v GWS GIANTS

Saturday August 21, 7:40pm at Marvel Stadium

BLUES

B: Newman, Weitering, Stocker
HB: Saad, Plowman, Williamson
C: Newnes, Cripps, O’Brien
HF: E. Curnow, C. Curnow, Betts
F: McGovern, Casboult, Durdin
FOLL: De Koning, Kennedy, Walsh

I/C: Kemp, Fisher, Fogarty, Honey
EMG: Petrevski-Seton, Dow, Owies, Parks

IN: Cripps, Fogarty
OUT: Petrevski-Seton (sub), Murphy (managed), Dow (omitted)

GIANTS

B: Stein, Taylor, Cumming
HB: Ash, Haynes, Whitfield
C: Kennedy, Ward, Perryman
HF: Lloyd, Himmelberg, Greene
F: Sproule, Hogan, Taranto
FOLL: Briggs, Hopper, Kelly

I/C: Bruhn, de Boer, O’Halloran, Idun
EMG: Preuss, Peatling, Davis, Coniglio

IN: Greene, Briggs
OUT: Mumford (managed), Riccardi (sub), Peatling (omitted)

ST KILDA v FREMANTLE

Sunday August 22, 12:15pm at Blundstone Arena

SAINTS

B: Howard, Wilkie, Long
HB: Sinclair, Webster, McKenzie
C: Ross, Hannebery, Hill
HF: Butler, Marshall, Kent
F: Higgins, Membrey, Sharman
FOLL: Hunter, Steele, Jones

I/C (from): Coffield, Bytel, Crouch, Clavarino, Byrnes, Allison, Lonie, Dunstan

IN: Long, Hunter, Bytel, Allison, Lonie
OUT: King, Joyce (both injured)

DOCKERS

B: Walker, Logue, Ryan
HB: Young, Pearce, Aish

C: Tucker, Mundy, Brayshaw
HF: Switkowski, Taberner, Colyer
F: Schultz, Treacy, Crowden
FOLL: Darcy, Serong, Cerra

I/C (from): Henry, Banfield, Meek, Watson, Bewley, Acres, Hughes, Western

IN: Brayshaw, Acres, Hughes, Western
OUT: Blakely (injured)

ESSENDON v COLLINGWOOD

Sunday August 22, 3:20pm at the MCG

BOMBERS

B: Redman, Ridley, Hind
HB: Heppell, Laverde, Cutler
C: Guelfi, Merrett, Durham
HF: Snelling, Francis, Shiel
F: Stringer, Wright, Smith
FOLL: Draper, Parish, Clarke

I/C (from): Stewart, Waterman, Cox, Perkins, McGrath, Gleeson, Ham, Phillips

IN: Cox, Ham, Phillips
OUT: Nil

MAGPIES

B: Howe, Roughead, Maynard
HB: Crisp, Madgen, Noble
C: Mayne, De Goey, Daicos
HF: Thomas, Henry, Hoskin-Elliott
F: Ginnivan, Cameron, Elliott
FOLL: Grundy, Sidebottom, Adams

I/C (from): Bianco, Macrae, McCreery, McInnes, Murphy, Rantall, Tohill, Wilson

IN: Howe, McInnes, Rantall, Tohill, Wilson
OUT: Ruscoe (injured), Mihocek (suspended)

ADELAIDE CROWS v NORTH MELBOURNE

Sunday August 22, 4:40pm at Adelaide Oval

CROWS

B: Frampton, Butts, Smith
HB: McPherson, Doedee, Jones
C: Cook, Keays, Seedsman
HF: Mackay, Thilthorpe, Murphy
F: McHenry, Fogarty, McAdam
FOLL: Strachan, Laird, Sloane

I/C (from): Gollant, Lynch, Schoenberg, Davis, Sholl, Murray, Worrell, Rowe

IN: Frampton, Smith, Gollant, Worrell, Rowe
OUT: Kelly, Himmelberg (both injured)

KANGAROOS

B: Walker, McKay, Turner
HB: Bonar, Tarant, Hall
C: Dumont, Simpkin, McDonald
HF: Thomas, Larkey, Taylor
F: Stephenson, Zurhaar, Ford
FOLL: Goldstein, Anderson, Davies-Uniacke

I/C (from): Scott, Polec, Bosenavulagi, Young, Atley, Phillips, Spicer, Campbell

IN: Polec, Bosenavulagi, Atley, Spicer, Campbell
OUT: Ziebell, Comben (both injured)

Friday

Jack Graham, Richmond, has been charged with a second offence of making Careless Contact with an Umpire, during the third quarter of the Round 22 match between the GWS GIANTS and Richmond, played at Marvel Stadium on Friday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $1500 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact with an Umpire. The incident was classified as a $2500 sanction as a second offence. The player can accept a $1500 sanction with an early plea.

Saturday

Lachie Hunter, Western Bulldogs, has been charged with Engaging in Rough Conduct against Liam Shiels, Hawthorn, during the first quarter of the Round 22 match between Hawthorn and the Western Bulldogs, played at University of Tasmania Stadium on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact, Low Impact, Body Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Zaine Cordy, Western Bulldogs, has been charged with Rough Conduct (Dangerous Tackle) against Jacob Koschitzke, Hawthorn, during the second quarter of the Round 22 match between Hawthorn and the Western Bulldogs, played at University of Tasmania Stadium on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact, Low Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Zak Butters, Port Adelaide, has been charged with Striking Nic Newman, Carlton, during the first quarter of the Round 22 match between Port Adelaide and Carlton, played at Adelaide Oval on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact, Low Impact, Body Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Zak Butters, Port Adelaide, has been charged with Striking Adam Saad, Carlton, during the fourth quarter of the Round 22 match between Port Adelaide and Carlton, played at Adelaide Oval on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact, Low Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Brody Mihocek, Collingwood, has been charged with Rough Conduct against Tom Fullarton, Brisbane Lions, during the second quarter of the Round 22 match between the Brisbane Lions and Collingwood, played at the Gabba on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a one-match sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact, Medium Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a one-match sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a one-match sanction with an early plea.

Josh Kennedy, Sydney Swans, has been charged with a first offence of making Careless Contact with an Umpire (Nathan Williamson), during the first quarter of the Round 22 match between North Melbourne and the Sydney Swans, played at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $1000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact with an Umpire. The incident was classified as a $1500 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $1000 sanction with an early plea.

Robbie Tarrant, North Melbourne, has been charged with Rough Conduct (Dangerous Tackle) against Sam Wicks, Sydney Swans, during the first quarter of the Round 22 match between North Melbourne and the Sydney Swans, played at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact, Low Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Jy Simpkin, North Melbourne, has been charged with Striking Justin McInerney, Sydney Swans, during the second quarter of the Round 22 match between North Melbourne and the Sydney Swans, played at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $5000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact, Low Impact, Body Contact. The incident was classified as a $8000 sanction as a third offence. The player can accept a $5000 sanction with an early plea.

Luke McDonald, North Melbourne, has been charged with Striking Tom McCartin, Sydney Swans, during the second quarter of the Round 22 match between North Melbourne and the Sydney Swans, played at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, August 13, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Contact, Low Impact, Body Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Incidents assessed:
The match day report laid against Geelong Cats’ Patrick Dangerfield for contact against St Kilda’s Brad Crouch from the fourth quarter of Saturday’s match between the Geelong Cats and St Kilda was assessed. The ball is bounced and St Kilda ruckman Rowan Marshall taps the ball behind his left shoulder. The ball is loose as Crouch and Dangerfield approach the contest from opposite directions. Dangerfield is then pushed by St Kilda’s Zak Jones as he approaches the contest which results in Dangerfield making high contact with Crouch. It was the view of the Match Review Officer that Dangerfield’s actions were caused by circumstances outside of his control. No further actions was action.

The tackle laid by Geelong Cats’ Tom Hawkins on St Kilda’s Darragh Joyce from the fourth quarter of Saturday’s match between the Geelong Cats and St Kilda was assessed. Joyce takes possession of the ball in St Kilda’s defensive 50 and runs towards the centre of the ground before handballing to a teammate. While Joyce is disposing of the football, Hawkins runs from behind and applies a tackle – in one motion – on Joyce which carries both players forward. The momentum of the tackle results in Joyce’s left shoulder and then head making contact with the playing surface. It was the view of the Match Review Officer that Hawkins’ actions were not unreasonable in the circumstances. No further action was taken.

Sunday

GWS GIANTS v RICHMOND

Friday August 13, 7:50pm at Marvel Stadium

GWS

B: Stein, Taylor, Cumming
HB: Peatling, Haynes, Whitfield
C: Kennedy, Ward, Ash
HF: Lloyd, Himmelberg, de Boer
F: Sproule, Hogan, Taranto
FOLL: Mumford, Hopper, Kelly

I/C: Bruhn, Perryman, O’Halloran, Idun
EMG: Riccardi, Stone, Davis, Briggs

IN: Kennedy, Lloyd, Hogan, Mumford, Hopper, Kelly
OUT: Riccardi, Briggs (both omitted), Greene (suspended), Brown, Daniels, Buntine (all injured), Shipley (sub)

RICHMOND

B: Vlastuin, Grimes, Astbury
HB: Stack, Short, Rioli
C: Bolton, Cotchin, Dow
HF: Edwards, Lambert, Baker
F: Lynch, Parker, Riewoldt
FOLL: Nankervis, Prestia, Graham

I/C: Mansell, Coleman-Jones, Ralphsmith, Rioli
EMG: Garthwaite, Aarts, McIntosh, Martyn

IN: Nil
OUT: Castagna (sub)

HAWTHORN v WESTERN BULLDOGS

Saturday August 14, 1:45pm at UTAS Stadium

HAWTHORN

B: O’Brien, Hartigan, Frost
HB: Howe, Scrimshaw, Hardwick
C: Shiels, O’Meara, Bramble
HF: Hanrahan, Lewis, Nash
F: Wingard, McEvoy, Koschitzke
FOLL: Ceglar, Mitchell, Morrison

I/C: Burgoyne, Phillips, Worpel, Brockman
EMG: Downie, Hartley, Morris, Newcombe

IN: Nil
OUT: Moore (injured)

BULLDOGS

B: Cordy, Keath, Williams
HB: Wood, Young, Dale
C: Daniel, Liberatore, Hunter
HF: Johannisen, Hannan, Smith
F: Treloar, Naughton, Weightman
FOLL: English, Macrae, Bontempelli

I/C: Dunkley, Duryea, Vandermeer, Garcia
EMG: Smith, Scott, Khamis, Richards

IN: Keath, Young, Hannan, Weightman, Vandermeer
OUT: Richards (omitted), Schache, Bruce (both injured), Scott, Ugle-Hagan (both managed), Smith (sub)

GEELONG CATS v ST KILDA

Saturday August 14, 4:35pm at GMHBA Stadium

GEELONG

B: Henry, Blicavs, Henderson
HB: Stewart, Kolodjashnij, Bews
C: Holmes, C. Guthrie, Smith
HF: Dahlhaus, Cameron, Higgins
F: Close, Hawkins, Ratugolea
FOLL: Stanley, Selwood, Dangerfield

I/C: O’Connor, Menegola, Z. Guthrie, Parfitt
EMG: Clark, Evans, Narkle, Kreuger

IN: Henderson, Smith, Cameron, O’Connor
OUT: Kreuger, Clark (both omitted), Tuohy, Rohan (both injured), Narkle (sub)

ST KILDA

B: Wilkie, Howard, Highmore
HB: Sinclair, Webster, Hill
C: Hannebery, Byrnes, Ross
HF: Butler, Crouch, Higgins
F: King, Membrey, Kent
FOLL: Marshall, Steele, Jones

I/C: Coffield, McKenzie, Dunstan, Sharman
EMG: Joyce, Long, Hunter, Bytel

IN: Howard, Hannebery
OUT: Joyce, Bytel (both omitted), Connolly (injured)

PORT ADELAIDE v CARLTON

Saturday August 14, 4:35pm at Adelaide Oval

PORT ADELAIDE

B: Burton, Clurey, Aliir
HB: Bergman, Jonas, Byrne-Jones
C: Duursma, Wines, Houston
HF: Amon, Georgiades, Butters
F: Gray, Dixon, Rozee
FOLL: Lycett, Boak, Drew

I/C: Marshall, Bonner, Ladhams, Fantasia
EMG: Mayes, Powell-Pepper, Motlop, Lienert

IN: Clurey
OUT: McKenzie (injured), Powell-Pepper (omitted)

CARLTON

B: Stocker, Weitering, Newman
HB: Saad, Plowman, Williamson
C: Walsh, Cripps, O’Brien
HF: Murphy, C. Curnow, Martin
F: Betts, McGovern, Honey
FOLL: De Koning, Kennedy, Dow

I/C: Kemp, Newnes, Fisher, E. Curnow
EMG: Casboult, Petrevski-Seton, Durdin, Fogarty

IN: McGovern, Kemp
OUT: Jones, McKay, Silvagni (all injured)

BRISBANE LIONS v COLLINGWOOD

Saturday August 14, 7:25pm at the Gabba

BRISBANE

B: Gardiner, Andrews, Starcevich
HB: Birchall, Lester, Rich
C: McCluggage, Bailey, J. Berry
HF: McCarthy, McStay, Zorko
F: Ah Chee, Daniher, Cameron
FOLL: McInerney, Lyons, Neale

I/C: Cockatoo, Coleman, Prior, Fullarton
EMG: T. Berry, Mathieson, Ballenden, Madden

IN: Gardiner, Neale
OUT: Berry (sub), Robinson (injured), Mathieson (omitted)

COLLINGWOOD

B: Ruscoe, Roughead, Maynard
HB: Crisp, Madgen, Mayne
C: Hoskin-Elliott, De Goey, Daicos
HF: Thomas, Cameron, Henry
F: Ginnivan, Mihocek, Elliott
FOLL: Grundy, Sidebottom, Adams

I/C: Bianco, McCreery, Macrae, Murphy
EMG: Lynch, McInnes, Noble, Wilson

IN: Daicos, Murphy
OUT: Quaynor (illness), Howe (managed), Noble (omitted)

NORTH MELBOURNE v SYDNEY SWANS

Saturday August 14, 7:40pm at Marvel Stadium

NORTH

B: Tarrant, McKay, Turner
HB: Ziebell, Walker, Hall
C: Dumont, Simpkin, McDonald
HF: Stephenson, Comben, Thomas
F: Taylor, Larkey, Zurhaar
FOLL: Goldstein, Davies-Uniacke, Anderson

I/C: Scott, Bonar, Phillips, Ford
EMG: Bosenavulagi, Young, Spicer, Campbell

IN: Comben
OUT: Campbell (omitted), Mahony (injured)

SYDNEY

B: Cunningham, Melican, Rampe
HB: Blakey, McCartin, Dawson
C: McInerney, Kennedy, Florent
HF: Hayward, Heeney, Wicks
F: Gulden, Reid, Papley
FOLL: Hickey, Hewett, Parker

I/C: Fox, Rowbottom, McLean, Campbell
EMG: Sinclair, O’Riordan, Bell, Gray

IN: Melican, McLean, Campbell
OUT: Stephens (omitted), Lloyd (injured), Franklin (managed), Clarke (sub)

MELBOURNE v ADELAIDE CROWS

Sunday August 15, 2:10pm at the MCG

MELBOURNE

B: Salem, May, Lever
HB: Rivers, Petty, Bowey
C: Brayshaw, Petracca, Langdon
HF: Neal-Bullen, Melksham, Fritsch
F: Pickett, Brown, Spargo
FOLL: Gawn, Oliver, Harmes

I/C (from): Jackson, Bedford, Hibberd, vandenBerg, Jordon, Weideman, Sparrow, Smith

IN: Bedford, Hibberd, Weideman, Smith
OUT: Hunt (injured)

ADELAIDE

B: Murray, Butts, Kelly
HB: McPherson, Doedee, Jones
C: Cook, Keays, Seedsman
HF: Mackay, Himmelberg, Murphy
F: McHenry, Thilthorpe, Fogarty
FOLL: Strachan, Laird, Sloane

I/C (from): Sholl, Lynch, Schoenberg, McAdam, Davis, Berry, Gollant, Frampton

IN: Strachan, Sholl, McAdam, Berry, Gollant, Frampton
OUT: Hamill, Smith, O’Brien (all injured)

GOLD COAST SUNS v ESSENDON

Sunday August 15, 3:20pm at GMHBA Stadium

GOLD COAST

B: Powell, Collins, Lemmens
HB: Farrar, Ballard, Swallow
C: Fiorini, Miller, Sharp
HF: Jeffrey, Lukosius, Sexton
F: Corbett, King, Ainsworth
FOLL: Smith, Anderson, Rowell

I/C (from): Atkins, Bowes, Brodie, Burgess, Davies, Flanders, MacPherson, Townsend

IN: Atkins, Brodie, Flanders, Davies
OUT: B. Ellis (injured)

ESSENDON

B: Laverde, Stewart, Cutler
HB: Redman, Ridley, Hind
C: Shiel, Merrett, Durham
HF: Smith, Francis, Perkins
F: Stringer, Wright, Snelling
FOLL: Draper, Parish, Clarke

I/C (from): Gleeson, Heppell, Cox, Guelfi, Waterman, Phillips, Ham, McGrath

IN: Heppell, Phillips, Ham, McGrath
OUT: McDonald-Tipungwuti (managed)

FREMANTLE v WEST COAST EAGLES

Sunday August 15, 5:10pm at Optus Stadium

FREMANTLE

B: Walker, Logue, Ryan
HB: Young, Pearce, Aish
C: Tucker, Mundy, Colyer
HF: Switkowski, Taberner, Henry
F: Schultz, Treacy, Crowden
FOLL: Darcy, Serong, Cerra

I/C (from): Bewley, Meek, Blakely, Banfield, Western, Acres, Hughes, Watson

IN: Switkowski, Banfield, Acres, Hughes, Watson
OUT: Wilson (injured), Brayshaw (suspended)

WEST COAST

B: Sheppard, Barrass, Cole
HB: Nelson, McGovern, Witherden
C: Gaff, Yeo, Sheed
HF: Redden, Darling, Ryan
F: Cripps, Kennedy, Allen
FOLL: Naitanui, Kelly, Shuey

I/C (from): Waterman, Langdon, L. Edwards, Vardy, Petruccelle, Foley, Hutchings, H. Edwards

IN: Barrass, Ryan, Shuey, Waterman, Foley
OUT: Hurn (injured), West (omitted)

The AFL wishes to advise the GWS GIANTS yesterday notified the league it would appeal Tuesday night’s Tribunal decision involving player Toby Greene.

Blight on Toby Greene: "Elbows are dangerous, like the sling tackle. I love Toby Greene, he's one of my favourite players.

"I believe it was an accident, but accidents count… if you use an elbow and it touches someone, I'd give you a week."

— Whateley (@WhateleySEN) August 11, 2021

The GWS GIANTS appealed the one-match sanction imposed on Greene for Striking Patrick Dangerfield, Geelong Cats, during the first quarter of the Round 21 match between the Geelong Cats and GWS GIANTS played at GMHBA Stadium on Friday August 6, 2021.

Vlastuin on the Toby Greene suspension: "It's so hard, it's such a split-second reaction.

"We want to see the good players playing in Toby, but I'm not too flat he's missing this week, to be honest!"

— Garry and Tim (@SENBreakfast) August 11, 2021

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Conduct, High Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a two-match sanction.
The AFL Tribunal assessed the incident as Careless Conduct, Medium Impact, High Contact, resulting in a one-match sanction.

"He knew exactly what he was doing."

Dermott gives his thoughts on the Toby Greene suspension. pic.twitter.com/TL8EvDhuYk

— SEN 1116 (@1116sen) August 10, 2021

The hearing in front of the Appeals Board will be at 3:00pm AEST today, Thursday August 11.

The GWS GIANTS informed the AFL it had appealed the sanction on the following grounds:

• An error of law has occurred.

The Toby Greene two-week suspension slug for his high fend off on Geelong’s Patrick Dangerfield has been questioned by a former premiership player.@chriscavanagh1https://t.co/i7CDmMUKp8 pic.twitter.com/kRhiFgVTnY

— SuperFooty (AFL) (@superfooty) August 8, 2021

AFL Appeals Board Hearing, 3:00pm AEST Thursday August 12

Toby Greene, GWS GIANTS, has been charged with Striking Patrick Dangerfield, Geelong Cats, during the first quarter of the Round 21 match between the Geelong Cats and GWS GIANTS played at GMHBA Stadium on Friday August 6, 2021.

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