2:07:42
Match Replay: Geelong v Essendon
The Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
Essendon
Favourite Team
Home Venue: Marvel Stadium
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20:15
Mini-Match: Geelong v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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09:09
Full post-match, R22: Bombers
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 22’s match against Geelong
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Scott says he kept 'at arm's length' from Cats' concussion waiver
The Geelong coach says he doesn't have enough information to comment on this week's revelations
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03:29
Quick Recap: Geelong v Essendon
Short highlights of the Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:20
Highlights: Geelong v Essendon
The Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Pair of Ollies push Cats into top six with win over improved Bombers
Geelong proved too strong for a plucky Essendon side
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00:52
Hot Ollie channels Thierry as super flick brings Mannagh magic
Ollie Henry continues his impressive afternoon as he sets up Shaun Mannagh's fine boundary finish with an incredible soccer assist
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00:50
Brilliant Bombers go bang, bang as elite Caddy and Farrow show the way
Nate Caddy drills a cracking long finish from the boundary before Jacob Farrow curls his second goal with class
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00:38
'Saw the full brunt of Jack Martin': Umpire felled by charging Cat
Jack Martin runs through the stoppage and makes contact with the officiating umpire as they both hit the ground
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00:56
Young guns break the drought as Bombers get up and about
Jacob Farrow finally gets Essendon on the board before Archie Roberts brings the heat and launches a superb siren strike
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00:47
Part the Dempsey: Electric Ollie flies through with flashy first
Ollie Dempsey pounces on the loose ball and activates the jets with a brilliant bursting opener
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'I think it's irrelevant': Solomon's call on next Bombers coach
Essendon interim coach says the club is taking its time to get the best person whatever their background
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Solomon makes call on Essendon coaching job
Dean Solomon has made a decision on whether he will pursue the Bombers coaching job full-time
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OpinionOpinion
BARRETT: Once-great Bombers have become the 'marshmallows' they loathed
Kevin Sheedy thought nothing of insulting a rival ahead of a massive final. How far the Bombers have fallen, writes Damian Barrett
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More changes at Bombers with assistant coach to leave at season's end
Assistant coach Cam Roberts is leaving the Bombers at season's end
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2:07:31
Match Replay: Essendon v Adelaide
The Bombers and Crows clash in round 21 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:17
Mini-Match: Essendon v Adelaide
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Crows clash in round 21 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Crows eye top four chance, Dons lament late-quarter fades
Adelaide faces Richmond, Fremantle and GWS to close the home and away season
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08:16
Full post-match, R21: Bombers
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 21’s match against Adelaide
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03:29
Quick Recap: Essendon v Adelaide
Short highlights of the Bombers and Crows clash in round 21 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:17
Highlights: Essendon v Adelaide
The Bombers and Crows clash in round 21 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Crows cruise past Bombers, soar into top four
Essendon slipped to the bottom of the ladder after falling to Adelaide
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01:05
Weaving Oscar dances to unforgettable debut goal
Debutant Oscar Ryan shows his class with a silky finish on the run for his first career major
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00:56
Out of the blocks: Switched-on Bombers blast first two
Angus Clarke and Peter Wright gets Essendon off to a flyer with the opening two majors of the match
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01:45
Another Giant down, battle for wooden spoon, Lalor v Harley
Sarah, Josh Gabelich and Nat Edwards discuss Finn Callaghan’s addition to the Giants’ growing injury list, how the battle for the wooden spoon and potential number one draft pick is heating up, plus the two former number one draft picks that are going head-to-head in Round 21.
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Essendon's GM of football to depart as changes continue at Bombers
Daniel McPherson will leave Essendon at the end of the season
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'That time has come': Solomon set for formal talks over Bombers coaching job
Dean Solomon will officially enter the coaching process for Essendon's top job
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The two men who will help Bombers choose their next coach
Meet the two men who are helping the Bombers choose their next coach
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Bombers among suitors for ex-Suns captain as hunt for experience intensifies
Touk Miller is expected to remain at Gold Coast despite strong interest from Essendon
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Final four contenders for Bombers job to speak with Socceroos legend
The quartet in the running for the Essendon senior coaching job will speak with Kevin Muscat
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Freo assistant among top contenders for Bombers job, Blues also circling
Dockers assistant Jaymie Graham is the running for both Essendon and Carlton's vacant coaching positions
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Bombers await next steps after scan results for key duo
Sullivan Robey has been cleared of major injury, but is still facing a stint on the sidelines
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2:08:18
Match Replay: Hawthorn v Essendon
The Hawks and Bombers clash in round 20 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:13
Mini-Match: Hawthorn v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Hawks and Bombers clash in round 20 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Robey facing stint on sidelines as Bombers sweat on Ridley scans
Sullivan Robey has been cleared of major injury, but is still facing a stint on the sidelines
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03:21
Quick Recap: Hawthorn v Essendon
Short highlights of the Hawks and Bombers clash in round 20 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:17
Highlights: Hawthorn v Essendon
The Hawks and Bombers clash in round 20 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:41
'He's been outstanding': Elite Impey caps off best day
Jarman Impey pushes forward and slots a superb snap as he brings up his highest ever disposal-tally
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Gunston kicks seven as Hawks make short work of Bombers
Hawthorn has defeated Essendon by 93 points
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00:47
Quick Wiz launches rapid strike to stun Dons
Nick Watson punishes Essendon's defensive 50 turnover with a fast flush in traffic
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00:55
Courageous Caddy takes flight with fantastic flying clunk
Nate Caddy runs back with the flight and sticks a massive grab to snap an important major for Essendon
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00:43
Big Hawk out of game after crunching tackle leaves him dazed
Mitch Lewis' day ends early after this incidental head clash in a tackle on Essendon's Jaxon Artemis
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The Gold Coast bond helping caretaker coaches through uncertain journey
Josh Fraser and Dean Solomon share a link to the Suns that remains to this day
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Tough midfielder becomes Bombers' third Rising Star nominee of 2026
Dyson Sharp is the Telstra AFL Rising Star for round 19
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Bombers young gun cleared to train and play after elevated heart rate
Nate Caddy left the ground in the first quarter against GWS and was taken to hospital
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2:02:22
Match Replay: Essendon v GWS
The Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:22
Mini-Match: Essendon v GWS
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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'Mental block' still haunting Giants, Bombers delighted with breakthrough win
The Giants are still looking for answers for their inconsistent form after a shock loss
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09:59
Full post-match, R19: Bombers
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 19’s match against GWS
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03:33
Quick Recap: Essendon v GWS
Short highlights of the Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:12
Highlights: Essendon v GWS
The Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:15
Last two mins: Bombers hold nerve over Giants in upset of the season
Bombers fans, enjoy the last two minutes of the famous win over GWS in R19, 2026
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The drought is over! Bombers stun Giants to land rare win
The Bombers have upset the Giants for their second win of the season
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00:36
Huge off-the-ball call brings maiden Ough major
Jack Ough nails his first AFL goal after Archie Roberts is penalised for making high contact with Clayton Oliver
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00:42
‘You’re gone son!’: Bombers respond in manic finish
Sullivan Robey puts through this cool finish after Essendon’s manic forward pressure gets rewarded
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00:46
Bending Brown roars to give Giants the lead
Callum Brown delivers this ripping finish on the run to put his side in front in the closing stages
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00:29
Timely Coniglio answers Bombers burst with cool curler
Stephen Coniglio halts Essendon's run with this silky finish to keep the Giants well in touch
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00:57
Surging Bombers sparks crowd with three in no time
Three unanswered goals in quick succession sees Essendon open up a handy lead in the third-quarter
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00:29
Giant blow as Toby exits game with quad injury
Toby Greene's afternoon ends after sustaining a left quad injury early in the second half
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00:27
Flying Durham soars high with stunning grab
Sam Durham pulls down this towering grab late in the opening term to give Essendon some spark
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Bombers cop big fine from the AFL over umpire contact
The Bombers have copped a big fine for repeated umpire contact offences
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Hird momentum grows, Solomon 'consumed' by Bombers job
Dean Solomon expects a "tap on the shoulder" from club hierarchy, but is yet to put himself in the process for the full-time role
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Key detail rejected, but Bombers assistance package looking likely
Essendon looks increasingly likely to get an assistance package from the AFL at the end of the year
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2:07:14
Match Replay: Brisbane v Essendon
The Lions and Bombers clash in round 18 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:15
Mini-Match: Brisbane v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Lions and Bombers clash in round 18 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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'I'll protect Zach': Solomon defends subdued star, Fagan says 'no news' on Bailey
Zach Merrett failed to impact contest but his coach isn't concerned, while Chris Fagan keeps quiet on gun's contract
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06:01
Full post-match, R18: Bombers
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 18’s match against Brisbane
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08:20
Highlights: Brisbane v Essendon
The Lions and Bombers clash in round 18 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:27
Quick Recap: Brisbane v Essendon
Short highlights of the Lions and Bombers clash in round 18 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Lions maul Bombers to continue tune up to September
Essendon had one goal to three-quarter time as it was exposed to Brisbane at its best
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00:29
'That's a ripping goal': Absolute precision from Irish speedster
Conor McKenna easily strolls into the 50 and drives home a pinpoint drop punt goal
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00:39
Caddy pops up for rare Bombers highlight
Nate Caddy gives Essendon fans a consolation goal to cheer with this clean gather and running snap
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00:56
'Respect for the old teammates': Big Lion snaps beauty against Dons friends
Sam Draper finds some space and crafts a beautiful goal against his former teammates at Essendon
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00:47
Ashcroft brothers shine in typical class display
Levi Ashcroft kicks a beautiful running goal after receiving the perfect kick from older brother Will
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ExclusiveExclusive
Young Suns star set to make massive call on his future
Jed Walter is set to make a huge call on his future amid rival offers
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Bombers boon as young gun extends contract until 2031
Nate Caddy has extended his contract with the Bombers until the end of 2031
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'Loved every minute': Solomon embraces coaching role despite challenges
Insisting he has "loved every moment" of being Essendon's interim coach, Dean Solomon is yet to speak with the Bombers about potentially staying on full-time
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Senior Bombers asked for their preferences about next senior coach
The Bombers asked a number of senior players for their take on the club's next coach
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'Gone through a lot': Sheedy says Hird's maturity key in Bombers coaching bid
Kevin Sheedy is firmly in James Hird's corner but wants Essendon to run a full process as they search for Brad Scott's replacement as coach
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Lloyd delivers brutal assessment of 'broken' Bombers
Essendon is bereft of confidence and out of ideas, says Matthew Lloyd
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2:01:14
Match Replay: Essendon v St Kilda
The Bombers and Saints clash in round 17 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:08
Mini-Match: Essendon v St Kilda
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Saints clash in round 17 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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'It's difficult right now': Solomon vows to fight as Bombers slump again
Dean Solomon says the club's current plight is amongst the most difficult Essendon has been through
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03:27
Quick Recap: Essendon v St Kilda
Short highlights of the Bombers and Saints clash in round 17 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:15
Highlights: Essendon v St Kilda
The Bombers and Saints clash in round 17 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Saints breeze to thumping win as beaten Bombers drop to new low
St Kilda kicks 13 goals in the first half before cruising to a comfortable win over Essendon
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00:36
Nate elevates: Caddy clunks a high-flyer
Nate Caddy soars super high before hanging on with the second grab
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00:43
'Well that's genius': Caddy, Kako combine for sweet soccer goal
Nate Caddy and Isaac Kako conjure an eye-catching major in a rare highlight for Bombers fans to enjoy
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00:45
Horror Bombers kick gifts another goal to Saints
Mason Redman drops his head in disbelief after his shoddy kick allows Liam Henry to stroll in for an easy major
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01:17
'Not sure we should be calling that': Commentators stunned as 50m call costs Bombers a goal
The commentary box weighs in after Archer Day-Wicks is penalised for holding Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera during a heated passage of play
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00:29
X marks the spot: Duursma elevates for tidy speccy
Xavier Duursma gets the perfect sit on Jack Higgins and reels in a nice hanger
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01:26
Reid and Dawson go head-to-head, the surprise candidate that could solve Saints’ ruck woes
Sarah Hosking, Josh Gabelich and Nat Edwards discuss the enticing matchup between Harley Reid and Jordan Dawson and if St Kilda can field a ruckman in Round 17 with injury clouds over its two key ruckman.
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Solomon keeps coaching cards close to his chest, expects 'tap on the shoulder'
Essendon's interim coach is yet to say what his long-term intentions are
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Hird provides update on Bombers coach hunt after speaking with Welsh
James Hird says he has spoken to president Andrew Welsh about the vacant senior coach role
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1:59:08
Match Replay: North Melbourne v Essendon
The Kangaroos and Bombers clash in round 16 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:12
Mini-Match: North Melbourne v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Kangaroos and Bombers clash in round 16 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Solomon to be at Bombers next year, even if he misses top job
Dean Solomon says he is contracted until the end of 2027 at Essendon
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06:33
Full post-match, R16: Bombers
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 16’s match against Nth Melbourne
Essendon Squad
Captain
Andrew
McGrath
Jacob
Farrow
Darcy
Parish
Kyle
Langford
Elijah
Tsatas
Jye
Caldwell
Zach
Merrett
Brayden
Fiorini
Sullivan
Robey
Isaac
Kako
Jade
Gresham
Will
Setterfield
Nik
Cox
Jordan
Ridley
Dyson
Sharp
Archie
Perkins
Vigo
Visentini
Lewis
Hayes
Kayle
Gerreyn
Peter
Wright
Archie
Roberts
Sam
Durham
Harrison
Jones
Nick
Bryan
Jaxon
Prior
Archer
May
Mason
Redman
Xavier
Duursma
Max
Kondogiannis
Nate
Caddy
Zach
Reid
Ben
McKay
Hussien
El Achkar
Jaxon
Artemis
Matt
Guelfi
Angus
Clarke
Nic
Martin
Rhys
Unwin
Cillian
Bourke
Zak
Johnson
Saad
El-Hawli
Jayden
Nguyen
Archer
Day-Wicks
Thomas
Edwards
Lachlan
Blakiston
Liam
McMahon
