“Magpie Restroom”
Jay Clark - Herald Sun
“Pies midfield coach Mark Neeld said the increased demands of the new bench rules would reduce players’ ability to play a full season.”
“Pies flag Maxy return”
Sam Edmund - Herald Sun
“Collingwood skipper Nick Maxwell is almost certain to return from injury for Friday night’s flag-unfurling blockbuster against arch rival Carlton.”
“Manager reveals Bucks’ long-term plan”
Jon Ralph and Mark Stevens - Herald Sun
“Nathan buckley’s manager and confidant Craig Kelly says speculation the coach-in-waiting should step aside is ridiculous.”
“Premiers aim to hit high note”
Sport Confidential - Herald Sun
“Good Old Collingwood Forever won’t be the only song belted out when the Magpies unfurl their premiership flag before Friday night’s clash against Carlton at the MCG.”
“Pies’ $85,000 man?”
Jake Niall - The Age
“Ball, who was contracted to receive an aggregate of about $950,000 in 2010 and 2011, will play in 2012 for little more than minimum wage, for less than some upgraded rookies who play most games, for less than first-year kids who play the bulk of senior games.”
