A trio of state league players won their first AFL contracts on the final day of the pre-season supplementary selection period but there was heartbreak for a local football star as the Bombers opted against taking a punt.
New Richmond signing Mykelti Lefau is planning to lean on locker buddy Marlion Pickett to learn how to make an immediate impact as he hopes to open the door to more New Zealanders in the AFL.
Collingwood recruit Josh Eyre was convinced his AFL career was over after a serious hamstring injury just 10 days ago during his quest for one of three remaining lists spot with the reigning premiers.
At least two AFL clubs – Collingwood and the Western Bulldogs – are showing interest in young Victorian leg-spinner Wil Parker as he weighs up a return to football.
With the unofficial practice matches officially under way, fans will be heading out to football grounds or hitting the couch to watch their favourite teams get ready for the 2024 season.
AFL: Richmond and Melbourne shared seven periods of pre-season action at Casey Fields with Demons star Clayton Oliver impressing despite his recent return to training.