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Lukas Koutoufides came into the game with a bang in the second quarter for Vic Metro, taking a mark on the wing and playing on with a laser-beam pass off his left boot. U16 SCOUTING NOTES ▶️ bit.ly/4wIZgSv

Troy Warner played a pivotal role in WA's win over Vic Metro. His composure stood out, routinely making the right call on whether to take on a tackler or release via handball, while also showcasing his marking prowess inside the F50. U16 SCOUTING NOTES ▶️ bit.ly/4wIZgSv

📈 DRAFT SMOKEYS 📈 Jack Costello, 21, is turning heads in the VFL. His Lavington coach, Adam Schneider, has backed him heavily, comparing the youngster's elite running and training standards to GWS star Lachie Whitfield — who he used to coach. READ ▶️ bit.ly/4w5whbW

From powerful agents to club list bosses, spread across the second and third levels of Carrara’s People First Stadium this week were all the key components of the AFL draft ecosystem. U16 CHAMPS INSIDER ▶️ bit.ly/4gEO5Wl

The Blues are keen on giving Harry McKay some help up forward, but who can they chase? CARLTON DEEP DIVE ▶️ bit.ly/4aRdxEs

It’s make-or-break for some sides in the finals picture this week. And in order to stay above water, it’s the stars who need to lift. FULL ANALYSIS ▶️ bit.ly/44qEN9f

High-profile couple Luke and Cate Sayers have officially divorced about 15 months after they split following the lewd image scandal. But their bitter legal dispute is far from over. MORE ▶️ bit.ly/4pnzn8C

The Pies might have only just returned to the finals race, but superstar Nick Daicos is adamant his side can still win it all in 2026. READ ▶️ bit.ly/3R8XEmb

Overlooked for the Vic Country Under 18 team, Mitch Toner is in line to make his VFL debut for Williamstown alongside his brother Jack. He's throwing his name up as a draft smokey — along with plenty of other names. See them here 👉 bit.ly/4ynOBhW

Noah Keam covered a tremendous amount of territory for Sydney, intercepting and running out of defence. He also pushed forward to pluck a strong mark and converted, proving he can impact the game anywhere on the ground. U16 Championships scouting ▶️ bit.ly/4gxCBE4

Nicky Winmar has been removed from the Australian Football Hall of Fame. FULL STORY 👉 bit.ly/4w6umnr

A star of the future. 🌟 Check out our U18 girls national championships team of the tournament here. STORY ▶️ bit.ly/4vqzXnj

The Blues' mid-year resurgence could have huge consequences on draft day for their quest to nab Cody Walker. Plus, they've got two more top father-sons looming 👉 bit.ly/4vAfcG3

When do clubs really start hunting rival players, and what’s put on the table before they sign? Ex-Carlton list boss Nick Austin takes you inside the private meetings and contract talks in Trade Secrets. WATCH EPISODE TWO ▶️ bit.ly/4pnmSdc

How did the Swans keep Lance Franklin's defection from Hawthorn — and snubbing from GWS — a secret? John Longmire tells his side of the tale ▶️ bit.ly/4vzOpcS

James Hird has been very vocal about the Bombers coaching role... until now. Has he been muzzled? What you missed on TV ▶️ bit.ly/4ymDvcU

Western Bulldogs star Tom Liberatore has opened up on his intentions for the 2027 season after external calls for him to retire due to his concussion history. READ HERE ➡️ bit.ly/4aRJmNk

He was the architect behind SA's third quarter blitz over Vic Country which would have made recruiters sit up and take notice. See the full scouting notes from yesterday's 16 National Championships clash ▶️ bit.ly/4yffAMt

Two high profile Suns were seen cutting the queue ahead of a disabled man to use the accessible loo, with a witness saying they had been behaving erratically leading up to the incident. WATCH THE VIDEO ▶️ bit.ly/4fcqslB

Werribee key forward Brady Wright has emerged as the clear favourite for this year’s VFL Fothergill-Round-Mitchell Medal. The right-footer has booted 35 goals from 11 games this season. FULL STORY ▶️ bit.ly/4wEKoon