AFL 2021 Archives - The Inner Sanctum

One pick wonder all Carlton needed on draft night

26/11/2021 Alex Catalano 0

Carlton may have only taken one selection in the 2021 National Draft, but list manager Nick Austin is sold on him being a good one.

Hawthorn’s ‘commitment’ to Bunjil Bagora, training facility earns new name

26/11/2021 Matthew Younan 0

Hawthorn has renamed its traditional training base ‘Bunjil Bagora’ to recognise the contribution of the club’s First Nations players and people.

Demons add versatility and talent to premiership list

26/11/2021 Josh Ward 0

After a premiership-winning year in 2021, the Demons acquired more talent and versatility to add to their list for 2022.

Kicking ability the focus down at Tigerland

25/11/2021 Josh Ward 0

Richmond went hard in this year’s draft following a disappointing 2021, with recruiting manager Matthew Clarke saying kicking ability was the main focus this year.

Fraser leaves Bullants in a good place

17/10/2021 Alex Catalano 0

Northern Bullants captain Tom Wilson has paid tribute to departing coach Josh Fraser after six years together at Preston.

How does Sydney plan to attack the draft?

Off-season overdrive: Charlie Gardiner on the month ahead

15/10/2021 Thomas Grattan 0

How does Sydney plan to attack the draft? Executive GM Charlie Gardiner spoke about its plans following the end of the trade period.

Hawks list manager Mark McKenzie stands behind trade period strategies

14/10/2021 Giacomo Bruno 0

Hawthorn list manager Mark McKenzie has stood firm, believing the club is in great shape heading into the draft.

Roos footy boss lauds depth of tall prospects

14/10/2021 Alex Catalano 0

Though a relatively quiet trade period for North Melbourne, footy boss Brady Rawlings sees the solidifying of key forward and ruck stocks as mission accomplished.

2021 AFL Trade Period Wrap: The moves your club made

13/10/2021 The Inner Sanctum 0

The trade and free agency period has come to its conclusion with 19 players finding new homes over the last fortnight. The Inner Sanctum takes a look at how your club has fared.

AFL Trade Period: Lynch closer to number one ruck role after landing in Hawks nest

13/10/2021 Tricia Mifsud 0

Hawthorn welcome Max Lynch who will seek to position himself as his new side’s number one ruckman.

AFL Trade Period: Peter Ladhams provides ‘Powerful’ boost to Sydney’s ruck stocks

13/10/2021 Jack Dobson 0

The Sydney Swans finally get their man in Peter Ladhams after securing him with a first round pick swap as well as a future third round draft selection in the 2021 AFL trade period.

AFL Trade Period: How does Jordan Dawson shift the magnets at Adelaide?

13/10/2021 Thomas Grattan 0

How does Jordan Dawson shift the magnets at Adelaide? After a breakout season, he will likely be a walk-up start in its best 22. The question is: where?

AFL Trade Period: Deadline Day LIVE BLOG

13/10/2021 The Inner Sanctum 0

The AFL Trade Period reaches its conclusion at 7:30 tonight, with deals still left to be done before deadline day runs its course.

AFL Trade Period: Lipinski offers midfield boost for Pies

11/10/2021 Tricia Mifsud 0

Patrick Lipinski is officially a Magpie, and will use preseason to sharpen his skills to become a regular in his new side’s midfield group.

What can Will Brodie provide to his new club?

Will on the way to Western Australia

07/10/2021 Thomas Grattan 0

What can Will Brodie provide to his new club? The new Docker is keen to show off his skills after moving to Fremantle for greater opportunities.