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If you want to be genuinely happy in life, say goodbye to these 9 habits
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Happiness isn’t just a state of mind – it’s a lifestyle. And while we all have different ways of finding joy, there are some habits that might be standing in the way of our contentment. These habits are like little happiness thieves, quietly stealing our joy without us even realizing it. If you’re looking for…
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AFL’s Future Stars: My 2023 AFL Round One Phantom Draft
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I’ve been spending a lot of time checking out stats and watching the under 18s, and now I’m really excited to share my thoughts on the Phantom Draft for the 2023 AFL season. This isn’t just a random guess from me. I’ve genuinely put in the effort, analyzing numbers and watching games to come up…
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Understanding the Rules of AFL: A Comprehensive Guide
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Learn the ins and outs of AFL rules, from scoring to tackling to umpiring. Get up to speed on afl rules and be ready for the next game!
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Why does a drop punt spin backwards?
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The AFL drop punt is widely recognized as the preferred AFL kick. The ball is dropped from the player’s hand onto their foot, where it spins off the boot through the air. The backspin is vital to the process and is one of the first things players are taught when learning this key kick. But,…
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Which AFL players are gay?
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It’s a question that more and more people are asking, as sexuality is spoken about more and more in the media. There are so many different types of sexual orientation from heterosexual through to asexual, homosexual, bisexual and more. A person’s chosen sexuality is becoming more and more accepted by society, yet at present, there…
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How are AFL club board members selected?
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The history of AFL has seen many changes over the years when it comes to ownership of the AFL clubs and their internal structure. As it stands, the clubs are owned by the members. As a member, you essentially have a say on how your team is run. Of course, the final decision is down…
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Who Owns AFL Clubs
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Multi-million dollar takeovers, fan revolts against owners, and franchise relocations are all very common themes in sporting leagues around the world. However, down under in Australia where AFL is synonymous with Australian culture, things are a little different. With no Russian princes and Saudi billionaires buying their way into the league and instigating these decisions,…
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Why did the Essendon players take drugs?
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Now commonly referred to as the Supplements Saga, 34 Essendon players were guilty of doping charges and banned for the 2016 AFL season. While they were initially cleared of all charges by the AFL Anti-Doping Tribunal (due to insufficient evidence), an appeal from the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) found 34 past and presence players guilty, leaving…
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6 reasons AFL is so popular in Melbourne
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Aussie Rules! While it’s no secret that this popular sport quite literally does rule, this is also another name for the famous game in Australia. Enter into the Winter months and you will be able to spot a sea of orange & black, blue & white, red & white, red, white & black, and many,…
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Why is AFL played on an oval?
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Footy fever is very much alive at any time of the AFL season, as fans flock to support their team on the playing field. But one question that has always sat there unanswered: why is AFL played on an oval? It’s a question that dates back to the creation of the sport itself, which you’ll…