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Dumped Hawks defender finds new home as Demons welcome father-son Dumped Hawks defender finds new home as Demons welcome father-son. Jeka fell out of favour at Waverley after four seasons with the Hawks. Riley Bonner also found a new club at the AFL rookie and pre-season drafts.
Dumped Hawks defender finds new home as Demons welcome father-son Dumped Hawks defender finds new home as Demons welcome father-son. Jeka fell out of favour at Waverley after four seasons with the Hawks. Riley Bonner also found a new club at the AFL rookie and pre-season drafts.
Lanier scores 17 as North Florida knocks off... Chaz Lanier scores 17 as North Florida knocks off Northwestern State 80-74. Lanier also had 10 rebounds for the Ospreys (3-2) Ryan Forrest led the Demons (1-4) in scoring, finishing with 25 points.
North Melbourne beats Melbourne by 41 points in AFLW qualifying final, Geelong defeats Essendon by 18 points in elimination final The Kangaroos beat the Demons by 41 points, 7.8 (50) to 1.3 (9) Melbourne will now have to face Geelong in an elimination semifinal next weekend. The Cats beat Essendon earlier in the day.
North upset reigning premiers Melbourne in AFLW North Melbourne beat Melbourne by 41 points in the AFLW qualifying final. The Kangaroos kept the free-scoring Demons goalless for three quarters. It is North's first win against another top-four side this season. Melbourne will host Geelong next Sunday afternoon in a semi-final.
Cross' 23 lead Tulane over Northwestern State 88-71 Kolby King scored 20 points and added four steals for Tulane. Collin Holloway had 18 points and shot 5 of 7 from the field. Ryan Forrest finished with 23 points for the Demons.
AFL legend Ron Barassi to be farewelled Family, friends and supporters invited to Friday's memorial service at the MCG. Barassi played 253 VFL games; 204 for Melbourne and 49 for Carlton. He coached 515 AFL/VFL games in charge of the Demons, Blues, Kangaroos and Sydney Swans.
May doubles down on Magpies swipe SportAFLMelbourne star Steven May has reiterated his belief that the Demons should've beaten Collingwood to the 2023 premiershipNovember 9, 2023 — 7.44pm
May doubles down on Magpies swipe SportAFLMelbourne star Steven May has reiterated his belief that the Demons should've beaten Collingwood to the 2023 premiershipNovember 9, 2023 — 7.44pm
Northwestern State defeats Dallas Christian 101-54 Jimel Lane had five rebounds, three steals, and three blocks for the Demons. Ryan Forrest scored 17 points while going 7 of 14 from the floor.
Six stars to return for AFLW pacesetters Adelaide Adelaide expect a half-dozen players to return for Saturday's qualifying final against the Brisbane Lions. The Crows topped the ladder to earn hosting rights, thanks to the Lions' win over Melbourne. Brisbane rose to fourth spot with their victory, while depriving the second-placed Demons the minor premiership.
Demons far from invincible in wide-open AFLW flag race The AFLW finals series is wide open after Melbourne's losses to flag rivals Brisbane and Adelaide. The Demons were dominant early in season eight and looked capable of becoming the first team to go through an entire campaign unbeaten. Essendon and Sydney face difficult tasks in elimination finals after sneaking into the top eight on percentage ahead of St Kilda.
Playing VFL was 'sobering', says star AFL ruck Grundy Brodie Grundy has opened up on his brief stint at Melbourne. The ruckman admits being dropped by the Demons was "sobering" The 30-year-old will reunite with former Collingwood teammate Taylor Adams in Sydney.
Clayton Oliver reveals what REALLY caused him to be hospitalised as Melbourne star opens up on... Clayton Oliver reveals what REALLY caused him to be hospitalised as Melbourne star opens up on'stressful' post-season period that has put him on thin ice with his club. The footy star was hospitalised three weeks ago following a seizure that resulted in a head injury. Oliver, 26, had a difficult 2023 with speculation surrounding his professionalism raised, sparking doubt over his future with the Demons.
Demons never considered trading Oliver: Goodwin Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin insists the Demons never planned to trade Clayton Oliver. Goodwin also vehemently denied he had used illicit drugs and admitted he has yet to speak with Joel Smith. Oliver's professionalism has been repeatedly questioned this year amid doubts over his future at Melbourne.
Demons coach Simon Goodwin addresses off-field-behaviour rumours stemming from Mornington Peninsula gathering Melbourne premiership coach Simon Goodwin has publicly denied he has off-field behavioural issues. Reports suggest the club had investigated Goodwin's behaviour before the start of the 2021 season. Goodwin was given the all-clear by the club and the Demons would go on to win the 2021 premiership.
Demons all but lock in $1 million McClelland Trophy; Bombers knock out Blues Melbourne have cemented their spot at the top of the ladder. The Demons’ 8.13 (61) to 4.4 (28) victory also means the Dockers are now out of finals contention. St Kilda shocked the Lions with their 21-point victory over the top-four placed side to stay in the hunt for finals. Essendon regrouped from their shock loss to West Coast last weekend with a 32-point demolition of Carlton.
AFLW leaders Melbourne see off gutsy Dockers Melbourne beat Fremantle by 33 points to consolidate top spot. Fremantle remain outside the top eight on percentage with a round to go. Paxy Paxman (27 disposals, one goal) was typically prolific for the Demons.
Demons all but lock in $1 million McClelland Trophy; Bombers knock out Blues Melbourne have cemented their spot at the top of the ladder. The Demons’ 8.13 (61) to 4.4 (28) victory also means the Dockers are now out of finals contention. St Kilda shocked the Lions with their 21-point victory over the top-four placed side to stay in the hunt for finals. Essendon regrouped from their shock loss to West Coast last weekend with a 32-point demolition of Carlton.
Max Gawn defends Dees' culture amid off-field trouble Melbourne captain Max Gawn is keeping a close eye on troubled teammate Clayton Oliver. Oliver's professionalism has been repeatedly questioned this year and there were doubts over his future at the Demons. The 26-year-old has been the subject of concerning reports around his behaviour.