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Hostplus SANFL League Finals Preview with Andrew Capel

Who can topple powerful minor premier Norwood? How will Westies fare in their first major round appearance since 2015? And who are the contenders for the Magarey Medal? Tune in to the latest edition of Checkside Chats with SANFL Media's Zac Milbank and The Advertiser's Andrew Capel to get the latest ahead of Sunday's finals double-header at Adelaide Oval.

AAMI SA U18 All Australian Jake Eime

AAMI SA U18 All Australian Jake Eime has spent the best part of the last month pinching himself.  A self-confessed fantatic of the Adelaide Footbal Club, the Central District running defender has revelled in the opportunity to train alongside his heroes in Josh Rachele and Dan Curtin. Speaking on the latest edition of the Checkside Chats podcast, the well-spoken 18 year-old spoke glowingly of his chance to make his Hostplus SANFL League debut with the Crows' SANFL team, playing in their past two

AAMI SA U18 All Australian Jack Slattery

AAMI SA U18 forward Jack Slattery is the first to admit he's a late bloomer.  But after his stunning individual campaign at the 2026 Marsh AFL U18 National Championships, the 18-year-old is well-and-truly beginning to blossom. Booting a carnival-leading 16 goals for the Croweaters, Slattery was fittingly rewarded with All-Australian selection as he put his name forward as one of SA's top prospects ahead of this year's AFL Draft. Speaking on the latest edition of the Checkside Chats podcast, the

Sturt's 100-gamer Hannah Prenzler

Woodville-West Torrens' Narelle Smith & Klaudia O'Neill

AAMI SA U16 Coach Heath Younie

SANFL's Head of Development Heath Younie is passionate about coaching and developing young players. That's why he's loving his role as AAMI SA U16 coach as he guides the Croweaters at the 2026 Marsh AFL National Championships. Making hs debut on the Checkside Chats podcast, Younie reviews SA's narrow Game 1 loss to WA whilst also previewing the upcoming clashes with Victoria Metro and Victoria Country in Queensland. Providing interesting insight into the next wave of talented Croweaters risin

Sturt's Tommy Lewis - 100 Game Milestone Man

Rupturing his spleen, recovering from an ACL and continually being overlooked by AFL clubs - it's no surprise that Sturt captain Tom Lewis continues to play with a chip on his shoulder after 99 Hostplus SANFL League games.  The 26-year-old maintains an incredibly positive, yet humble, attitude to all of the aspects in his hectic life as he chases down more glory with his beloved Double Blues. Speaking on the latest edition of Checkside Chats, the Magarey Medallist revealed he's chasing down the

AAMI SA U18 Girls National Champs Preview

AAMI SA U18 Coach Tony Bamford

The AAMI SA U18 Team is primed for its AFL National Championship defence. After claiming South Australia's fifth title last year, the Croweaters are set to field another talented line-up with depth across every line. Speaking on the Checkside Chats podcast, AAMI SA U18 coach Tony Bamford provides an in-depth insight into a wide range of SA players including leadership group members Kodah Edwards, Ethan Herbert and Jack Gordon. He also provides an update on injured players such as Dougie Cochra

AFL Mid Season Draft Wrap with SANFL Head of Talent Sean Toohey

The AFL Mid-Season Draft has again had a significant impact on the Hostplus SANFL League, reigniting calls for an increase to the compensation provided to affected clubs. Speaking on the Checkside Chats podcast, SANFL Head of Talent and Football Operations Sean Toohey said the current amount of $10,000 per player was something that ''definitely needed to be looked at.'' ''That's something that we have flagged with the AFL with feedback when requested. The Mid Season Draft has been in for eight s

Checkside Chats with Bri Arthur & Molly Sennar

Eagles' Harper Montgomery & The Advertiser's Andrew Capel

It started as a clothing label, now it is a vital movement.  Something in the Water (STW) is the brainchild of Woodville-West Torrens recruit Harper Montgomery, who is now championing the ultra-important mental health cause. Returning to Adelaide after spending time in Sydney with GWS' VFL team, the 21-year-old has developed his company to offer a ''safe space'' for teenage boys and young men to open up about the daily challenges they face. Whether it be a sunrise session of yoga on the beach or

West Adelaide's Tom Scully & Andrew Capel

He's been a big influence behind West Adelaide's early-season resurgence. Bloods tall forward Tom Scully is used to being described as big given he measures in at a towering 203cm and now he's casting an imposing shadow across the Hostplus SANFL League. Booting eight goals in his opening three games, the 21-year-old also caught the eye with his three-goal effort for the West End State Team earlier this month. The latest guest on SANFL's Checkside Chats podcast, Scully revealed he has put on an e

2026 Hostplus SANFLW League Preview with Bek McMahon

West End State Team debutant Oliver Davis

It's redemption time for the West End State Team.  Even though debutant Oliver Davis wasn't part of the outfits which succumbed to the VFL and WAFL last year, the South Adelaide vice-captain is well aware of what's at stake against the Vics from 2.40pm at Stratarama Stadium on Saturday. Originally from Clarence in Tasmania, the 23-year-old joins SANFL Media's Zac Milbank and The Advertiser's Andrew Capel to chat about his opportunity to represent his new State in the midfield alongside Magarey M

2026 Hostplus SANFL League Preview with Andrew Capel

Will Sturt be as dominant in 2026? The Double Blues secured their 16th flag on the back of losing just one match in 2025. Surely they won't repeat the dose? And what about the elite coaches entering the Hostplus SANFL League this season? Nathan Bassett is sinking his teeth into a three-year rebuild with West Adelaide, favourite son Josh Francou is returning to Prospect for the first time since 2013 and Matthew Clarke begins his State League coaching journey with the Bays. Tune in to the firs

SANFL & the Bachar Houli Foundation

Tune in to the latest edition of SANFL's exclusive podcast, Checkside Chats, to learn about the Bachar Houli Foundation.  SANFL's Multicultural Participation Officer Amer El Hosni explains the Foundation's Mission and Vision whilst detailing how it operates in South Australia. BHF is providing opportunities for boys and girls from the Muslim Community to further themselves on and off the field in an elite environment. Two such examples are Zain Baroudi and Ayman Ismail, who have been South Austr

Sturt premiership pair Josh Hone & Alex Holt

They are at opposite ends of their Hostplus SANFL League careers but Sturt's Josh Hone and Alex Holt both revelled in the unbridled joy of playing in their club's 16th premiership. Veteran Hone earned his third premiership medallion after being a part of the club's back-to-back success of 2016 and 2017 with coach Marty Mattner. Rookie Holt earned his first premiership medallion after playing just 15 League games, retaining his place in the Double Blues' best 22 after making his debut in Round 6.

Eagles young guns Jevan Phillipou and Jack Cook

Woodville-West Torrens might be coming from fourth spot to defend its SANFL U18 crown but star duo Jevan Phillipou and Jack Cook are up for the challenge. As the Eagles prepare to face Central District in Saturday's First Semi-Final, Phillipou and Cook declared they are excited to tackle the Bulldogs in a Grand Final rematch, after edging out their rivals last year. Starting at 1.30pm, it will be the second contest of a salivating SANFL U18 double-header at Unley, with minor premier Sturt to hos

Adelaide's first to 100 SANFL games - Kieran Strachan

He's a towering figure on and off the field, a symbol of strength for Adelaide's SANFL League Team. So it is only fitting that the club's most decorated State League player, Kieran Strachan, will be the first to reach 100 Hostplus SANFL League games on Saturday. The 29-year-old is the first of 241 League players to reach triple figures, having won three best-and-fairests and being selected in The Advertiser SANFL Team of the Year on four occasions. But the past 12 months have been particularly