That man again:Geelong’s Gary Ablett takes a mark against Bombers Derek Kickett and Chris Daniher en route to kicking 14.7 in 1993.

Football writing a passion,not just a profession

In his final story for The Age,Rohan Connolly reflects on 30 years of pursuing a passion for football.

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Shaun Higgins makes his feelings known to umpire Robert Findlay.

AFL lifts ban on showing shot clock during final two minutes

The AFL’s controversial shot clock will remain visible on scoreboards for the entire duration of quarters,the league reversing previous practices following last week’s incident involving North Melbourne’s Shaun Higgins.

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Kevin Sheedy through the years.

Half-centuries rarely finer than Kevin Sheedy's 50 years in football

In more than 1000 games and 50 years' involvement with league football,Kevin Sheedy has had a long roll call of memorable moments. For him,however,the most significant didn't even happen during a game.

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MELBOURNE,AUSTRALIA - JUNE 24:Matthew Suckling and Shane Biggs of the Bulldogs (right) celebrate during the 2017 AFL round 14 match between the Western Bulldogs and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Etihad Stadium on June 24,2017 in Melbourne,Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media/Getty Images)

Rohan Connolly's Last Word on round 14

Gutsy Cats face recovery test,the one-percenters add up,reviews need reviewing,and a fond farewell.

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Christian Petracca,celebrating after beating the Eagles,is one of a long list of versatile midfielders and utility players at the Demons.

Why Melbourne can win the 2017 AFL premiership

There's something ominous about how Melbourne are progressing in 2017. Indeed,if you’re into omens,you should be scrambling to jump on what’s becoming a large bandwagon.

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The defeated Magpies walk off the ground but coach Nathan Buckley still hopes for finals.

Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley not giving up on AFL finals despite latest loss

Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley is refusing to give up on finals despite the Magpies’ comprehensive 31-point defeat at the hands of Port Adelaide on Saturday.

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The Power's Ollie Wines gets the ball away at the MCG.

Collingwood v Port Adelaide:Power at home at the'G in emphatic win over Pies

Port Adelaide's 31-point win over Collingwood proved with some certainty that they're a much better team.

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Giving back:Port Adelaide ruckman Paddy Ryder (centre) with Paul Vandenbergh (left),Byron Pickett (right) and kids at Yalata.

Port Adelaide's Paddy Ryder right at home after 200 games

Paddy Ryder isn't a great talker,but the media rounds in the lead-up to his 200th game didn't faze the Port Adelaide ruckman. Comfortable is the best description of where the 29-year-old is at these days.

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Both of the Adelaide sides have rated brilliantly when it comes to playing outside of their home state.

Who's the best AFL road-tripper?:Interstate trip-ups a sorry tale in season 2017

Road trips in AFL football have never been easy. But in season 2017,they seem have become even tougher.

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Picken pockets:Melbourne's Bernie Vince gets dispossessed.

Rohan Connolly:The Last Word on round 13

Dees leave tipsters confounded,Rance running with the GOATs,free choice no easy choice,and the Suns set again.

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