Giants coach Leon Cameron did not back away from the decision despite the narrow loss to the Demons. Longmuir is well renowned for his defensive smarts and has immediately stiffened this aspect of Fremantle's game style. has slumped to a worryingly low ebb after a five-point loss to Melbourne, the Brisbane Lions locked away a top-two finish with a 32-point win over the Sydney Swans in Cairns. Second virus breach rocks Fremantle Dockers. "I cannot believe what the Giants have done … dropping their captain Stephen Coniglio," Ling said. Taggers are an important part of the game, but they have to play by the rules. Joel ... congested style actually played into the hands of teams like Fremantle, by concentrating all their players … "For the f**kwits who have left comments." "He's 26 years old … you do not drop your captain. While optimism surrounds the Dockers, last year's beaten grand finalist Greater Western Sydney has slumped to a worryingly low ebb after a five-point loss to Melbourne that will likely see the Giants miss the finals for the first time since 2015. HelloFresh Offer Revealed: Get $90 Off Over Your Next 4 Deliveries Now! Roxy Jacenko on why she left SAS Australia. "That's (the players listening to Longmuir) a terrific sign … that means the player want to learn, they're buying into what he's trying to teach," Essendon premiership player Adam Ramanauskas told ABC Grandstand. Sydney's Ryan Clarke did a superb job in restricting Neale but routinely took his eyes off the ball, blocking or holding Neale without possession. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. Former Fremantle midfielder Paul Hasleby has named his top 7 Dockers of all-time, with a surprise at number one. 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Saturday afternoon was a match between two sides looking to re-emerge under new leadership but it only served to show the enormous gap in progress between the two. Democrats are cheering a Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballots. Here's the breakdown state by state. While North Melbourne has difficult list decisions to make, Fremantle has already assembled many of the pieces for future success. If they don't, officials are obligated to intervene. In the Fremantle changerooms on the Gold Coast, first-year coach Justin Longmuir stood like a teacher at the front of a classroom as his seated students — not one eye deviating — soaked in every word. Like many, I was gobsmacked by the decision to drop first-year captain Stephen Coniglio, whose form has certainly dropped but not to the extent that he is outside of the club's best 22 players. Yahoo is part of Verizon Media. Despite a quiet performance, Neale is two votes clear of Port Adelaide's Travis Boak in the ABC Footballer of the Year award standings with a round to go. David Mundy and Nat Fyfe remain key contributors, but the Dockers midfield is now benefitting from the youthful exuberance of Andrew Brayshaw, Adam Cera and the likely rising star Caleb Serong. Fremantle - 2020 Team Photo Fremantle players arrive during the 2019 W Awards at Peninsula on April 02, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Your Privacy Controls. Hogan’s court appearance marked the second time in 2020 Fremantle players have run afoul of coronavirus restrictions. While Longmuir fronted his triumphant players, Shaw and his assistants lingered in the coaches' box pondering how to respond, what to say and what to do next. The key forward has endured a spate of injury and off-field troubles, which have threatened to reduce his career to one of wasted potential. Here's how it plans to use it. Hogan kicked over 40 goals in a season three times before he had turned 23. Brennan Cox hurt his shoulder but remained a pillar against the Kangaroos and Luke Ryan further enhanced his claims for All-Australian selection with his intercept marking and constant repelling. The draw will be undertaken on 15 October 2020 using a random number generator in line with WA Gaming and Wagering Commission Regulations at Fremantle Football Club, 31 Veterans Parade, Cockburn Central, WA 6164 and winners will be notified via email or telephone after the draw is complete. They Don’t Trust the Mail. Last night the Brisbane Lions locked away a top-two finish with a 32-point win over the Sydney Swans in Cairns. North Melbourne has lost 13 of its past 14 matches and on Saturday played without the spirit that has long defined the proud and under-privileged club. Here’s why it’s worse than it looks. "They've just had a great win and usually it's taps on the back and 'rah, rah, rah'. U.S. CDC issues 'strong recommendation' for mask mandate on... NSW-Victoria border could reopen within a month. The dropping of Coniglio was a statement designed to jolt a highly talented but floundering team into action, a bold move that failed. Cameron now has a conundrum in deciding whether Coniglio returns for Friday night's must-win-clash with the Saints. "If there have to be more tough calls next week, there will be," he said. Australia underestimates Ardern … Is Myer a small business? A club long reliant on the ruck dominance of Aaron Sandilands has found a promising replacement in Sean Darcy and the Dockers' defence has become highly dependable, even despite the absence of key players including Joel Hamling and Alex Pearce. He looked ostracised and helpless, a leader unable to influence the fortunes of his side in a critical game. Connect with friends faster than ever with the new Facebook app. Australia's Victoria state eyes accelerating easing of COVID-19 curbs, Arabella Del Busso on dealing with haters, Rugby: Women's World Cup holders NZ top seeds for 2021 draw. Australians are spending more on groceries in 2020. It means the Lions secured the double chance and are assured home finals at the Gabba, where this year's decider will be played at night on October 24. Only once was he penalised by the umpire. We and our partners will store and/or access information on your device through the use of cookies and similar technologies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. The images of Coniglio sitting on his own, glumly watching the game on Saturday night, were uncomfortable. Aussie plant-based meat company v2food has secured $77 million in new funding. It just undermines his leadership going forward from here.". By contrast, North Melbourne's new coach Rhyce Shaw understandably struggled to look his players in the eye after a performance he described as not being of AFL standard. Storms are predicted for Saturday's AFL grand final at the Gabba. Long-time club captain, six-time best and fairest, eight-time leading goal kicker, six-time All-Australian and 350-gamer Matthew Pavlich has NOT come in on top. They Lined Up to Vote in Florida. To enable Verizon Media and our partners to process your personal data select 'I agree', or select 'Manage settings' for more information and to manage your choices. The Dockers greatest losing margin this season was a 38-point defeat to the Giants last month. Walters and Lachie Schultz were dangerous, Matt Taberner continued his career-best season and Jesse Hogan kicked four goals, his most productive return as a Docker. Long-time club captain, six-time best and fairest, eight-time leading goal kicker, six-time All-Australian and 350-gamer Matthew Pavlich has NOT come in on top. He is now only 25 and could yet have an enormous long-term impact for the Dockers. Sydney made Brisbane earn it. Eliza Hynes of the Magpies and Parris Laurie of the Dockers compete in a ruck contest during the 2019 NAB AFLW round 3 match. AFLW 2020 season preview: Fremantle Dockers. UN arms embargo against Iran expires: What's next? Forever Hero Membership sales and entries into the Forever Mega Draw are now closed. Does that mean the game could be postponed? I'm often surprised by teams that don't deploy defensive run with players on the opposition's most damaging midfielder. He is now only 25 and could yet have an enormous long-term impact for the Dockers. Fremantle plays the Western Bulldogs in Cairns to end a season of significant steps forward and fans will be justified in thinking the side is a legitimate chance to contend for a top-eight finish in 2021. On Saturday, there were glimpses of what the forward line could produce as well. Just four days after Lions coach Chris Fagan drew attention to bruises and scratches on the body of Lachie Neale following the win over Gold Coast, his star on-baller was again the subject of some questionable attention against the Swans.