In Geelong’s first official clash since its grand final loss, it will have to overcome another Queensland side with premiership claims of their own.

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan kicked a bag in the Suns’ VFL practice match on Friday afternoon but even that might not be enough to get him a gig next week.

But even with that backdrop of personal pessimism, our players, with the preparation they’ve had, we’re really optimistic about what’s possible this year.” Not even Scott could have imagined this ...

Gold Coast Suns star Touk Miller is unfazed by the potential threat of being on the receiving end of an Oisin Mullin tag in his side’s Opening Round clash against Geelong on Friday night.

But, on debut at the top level, the mature-age SSP signing was one of very few shining lights for West Coast. The 25-year-old was one of six players making either their AFL or club debut for the ...

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