Football Nation’s league-wide round up providing our readers with a quick update of news from all clubs around the league.
Adelaide:
Defender Luke Thompson has hit a milestone in his rehabilitation from ankle surgery, joining the main training group for the first time this summer at Max Basheer Reserve on Monday.
Brisbane:
There’s arguably only one area holding Jack Redden back from joining the competition’s elite midfielders – his kicking.
Carlton:
In his first pre-season at Visy Park, coach Mick Malthouse has placed great emphasis on educating.
Collingwood:
Captain Nick Maxwell has given clearest indication yet that he would step down as Magpies on-field leader if it was in best interests of his famous club.
Essendon:
New Essendon VFL recruit Josh Toy hopes his experiences playing for the Bombers in 2013 will set him up for another chance at AFL level.
Fremantle:
The Dockers might be preparing for life after its dominant ruck giant, but Aaron Sandilands isn’t going anywhere just yet.
Geelong:
Draftee Jackson Thurlow has emerged as a dark horse to make his debut in the Cats’ round one blockbuster against Hawthorn.
Gold Coast:
Campbell Brown will not temper his aggression despite having to sit out the first six weeks of the season due to suspension.
Greater Western Sydney:
No news today.
Hawthorn:
Just three months after joining the Hawks, recruit Brian Lake is already aiming to earn back the Club’s respect following his off-field indiscretion on Saturday night.
Melbourne:
Former Demons general manager Chris Connolly has rejected claims the now infamous “vault” meeting even took place and has suggested he is the victim of a conspiracy within the Melbourne Football Club.
North Melbourne:
With Aegis Park out of action for the oval redevelopment, Royal Park will play host to the Family Day event on February 23, and with a range of entertainment, supporters of all ages will enjoy a day to remember.
Port Adelaide:
Last season’s Bendigo Pioneers skipper Oliver Wines has spoken glowingly about the TAC Cup club’s professionalism helping his transition to AFL ranks at Port Adelaide.
Richmond:
Tigers skipper Trent Cotchin says he wants to focus on building player relationships under his captaincy at the Tigers.
St Kilda:
The Saints will host their first open training session for 2013 on Friday, January 18.
Sydney Swans:
Dan Hannebery ran riot during last year’s grand final and was still running yesterday, winning the Sydney’s 3km time trial.
West Coast:
The Eagles are urging their supporters to get behind an initiative by Perth Stadium that seeks fan input into the design of their new facility.
Western Bulldogs:
Bulldogs Medical Services Manager Andrew McKenzie says the Club’s injury list is in great shape compared to season’s past, with Dale Morris headlining a list of senior players who have returned to full training.
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