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Patrick Dangerfield single-handedly blew Hawthorn out of the water, how impressive was his display? Does the AFL need to clarify an umpire's decision to not pay Collingwood a free kick? Several Brisbane players are racing against the clock to prove their fitness for Saturday. Plus, ahead of tonight's count, Roosy regales us with some of his favourite Brownlow night memories.
Four teams are putting their final touches on their preliminary finals week, Roosy takes you inside the mindset of clubs and players in a do-or-die round. Can Hawthorn capitalise on Geelong's lack of game time during September? How difficult will the conversations be for Collingwood to include Bobby Hill? Plus, Tasmania's Macquarie Point Stadium has been handed an unfavourable state planning commission report, how can the Devil's keep their dream alive?
North Melbourne's Jy Simpkin is the latest captain reportedly looking for a different club for 2026, under what circumstances can a contract be broken amicably? According to Roosy free agency is causing the power divide between the top and bottom teams on the ladder, has the system backfired on the AFL and how can they solve it? And Boomer Harvey's grand final win with Trentham on the weekend is something worth celebrating.
Minor premier Adelaide bow out of the finals race in straight sets, will the Hawks be able to maintain their momentum against Geelong this Friday? Roosy says Gold Coast's season is still a 'massive win', making it further than it ever has before. Has Zach Merrett's reputation been tarnished seeking a meeting with Hawthorn while still in contract? Roosy wants to see how new Melbourne head coach Steven King handles pressure. Plus the team wrap up the AFLW action from the weekend.
Essendon's captain Zach Merrett has met with Hawthorn raising questions about how players honour contracts when they're in a rush for success? Bailey Smith is once again in hot water after flipping the bird and reportedly launching a string of expletives at photographer Alison Wynd, why is there seemingly no consequences for their star player? As the search for the new Chair of the AFL Commission continues, Roosy explains to what extent this group affects the game. Plus, the team look ahead to the weekend in both the men's and women's competitions.
Freo and GWS have cleared their September diaries of matches, so now they must face an honest review process, how is this best tackled? Campbell Chesser wants out of the Eagles, but could his injury history be a liability for the Blues? With a couple of ruckmen potentially on the move, what is the value of a good tall? Plus, Roosy wants to see the return of the drop punt after some disappointing shots on goal last weekend.
Adelaide Crow Josh Rachele has been spotted on the training track, how do teams handle the need for change after a loss? Melbourne's coaching race narrows, what would Roosy be asking the interview panel if he was in the hot seat? Plus, West Coast have officially applied for draft concessions, do the 2018 premiers deserve handouts or are they squarely to blame for their recent poor seasons?
With Fremantle and the Giants sent packing this weekend, who does Roosy feel had a more disappointing season? There are now only six teams left in finals contention, who is the stand-out premiership favourite now? And booing has become an ugly part of the game, how do we call an end to it?
The Crows have been dealt a tactical advantage with Jeremy Howe not taking the field for the Pies tonight, how can they make the most of it? Taylor Walker celebrates his 300th game tonight, Roosy applauds his resilience. It looks like a different kind of father-son team-up as St Kilda are set to host a Silvagni family reunion in 2026. Finals experience is much discussed but what's more important, an experienced finals coach or experienced finals players? Plus, the team look ahead to all four exciting matches of finals footy being played this weekend.
Have you ever wondered what the specific roles are of the assistant coaches at your club? Roosy explains why assistant coaches are so key to a team's on-field success and how much trust a senior coach puts in them. Plus Michael Voss is adamant Curnow isn't on the trade table despite the star reportedly meeting with Swans' coach Dean Cox and Sam Draper could be the bargain of the trade period.
The Gold Coast celebrated their 95-point win like they'd won the grand final and everyone's happy to see them make their first finals appearance (except maybe the Bulldogs). Mitch Brown is applauded for being the first bisexual AFL player to publicly come out in the men's competition. It's awards night and Roosy has tipped one player to land a clean sweep. Plus, the team highlight the must-watch AFLW matches this weekend.
The Bombers will have Bulldogs fans cheering them on this week as they take on the Gold Coast in a thrilling final match of the home and away season. Fremantle's ability to beat top eight teams has secured its finals position, can the Dockers keep the momentum going? Which teams at the bottom of the ladder does Roosy feel can play finals next year? Plus, the team wrap all the round two AFLW action.
Roosy has called it, Dogs v Dockers is the game of the season with everything on the line for both teams. Carlton have Mitch McGovern named as an emergency this week, meaning his 2026 contract is up in the air. Roosy has nothing but praise for Dayne Zorko as he joins the 300 club this weekend, and why is he so excited about Essendon v Carlton on Thursday night?
Round 23 has set up a blockbuster season finale, which team is set for heartbreak finishing outside the eight? The AFL is investigating reports that Izak Rankine has made a homophobic slur during the Crow's narrow win over Collingwood. Which team does Roosy think we've been sleeping on and poised for finals success? And, AFLW number one draft pick Ash Centra dominates a bounce that has the entire footy world in awe.
Dylan Shiel has been handed a one week suspension for an action that has been likened to Mansell's earlier this year in which he got three weeks, is this fair? Roosy explains how the disconnect between coaches, players and media can arise in relation to salary negotiations. And, is Carlton's list so bad they needed to get rid of their footy boss?
Nat Fyfe has announced his retirement, hear why the team believes he is a modern day great. Roosy is shocked the AFL have closed an investigation into inappropriate contact between Henry Smith and Nick Blakey. Plus, the AFL has snared rapper Snoop Dogg for the Grand Final, is Roosy a fan?
With two rounds to go, only Adelaide has secured its place in the finals. How will the next eight teams jostle into only seven spots. Roosy believes Melbourne can take the flag next year, but which coach could get it there? And with Collingwood floundering, is it a simple fix to turn its form back around?
Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron join Paul Roos to unpack an eventful Round 21, that saw a crackdown in the push in the back rule, plus a couple of contenders display what they're best can look like and, according to Roosy, how that form will hold up in September. The crew dig into Brisbane, Collingwood, Adelaide, Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, the Dees' list, Will Day and the All Australian ruck discussion.
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has admitted he met with Carlton's Jack Silvagni, and Roosy says this could be huge. The race for top eight spots is incredibly tight which means finals effectively start now, so who makes it? The Eagles have asked for draft concessions and if it was up to Roosy they wouldn't get a thing.
It looks like Eagles' co-captain Oscar Allen might land at the Brisbane Lions in season 2026, and Roosy believes this highlights the fact that free agency means the good teams keep getting better. Paul believes that idea that the competition could expand to a 10-team finals series is rewarding mediocrity. Plus Poppy and Roosy are in agreement over who would be the best AFL Grand Final entertainment.
Already suspended Toby Greene has been seen kicking Dane Rampe off the ball before the first bounce, how can this type of behaviour continue from their captain and how did the AFL miss this? Melbourne's loss triggered a statement from the board, are they hamstrung to make changes until their season ends? Plus, what would Roosy suggest McQualter do with Harley Reid after a syndesmosis injury sees him sidelined for the rest of the season?
After a lengthy deliberation, Steven May has been handed a three-week suspension for his collision with Evans, do Melbourne have grounds for an appeal? Roosy explains how media hype and rumours are felt within the club. What does Paul see in Richmond this week? Plus, the team rev us up for some big rivalry matches, who will earn bragging rights in the office on Monday?
Roosy believes the game is on the right track issuing huge suspensions for unacceptable behaviour, including inappropriate slurs. If precedent was something the tribunal considered, what incidents would Steven May's lawyers be comparing his to? Carlton releases their pressure value for a week, which would be a relief for the club. And what would it take for Joe Daniher to be lured out of retirement?
Essendon bring in over 600 games of experience this week and Roosy is baffled they haven't done it sooner. In a weekend where more top 8 hopefuls clash, who will come out victorious and which bottom 9 teams can shake up the finals race? Plus Roosy remembers Barrie Robran who was widely regarded as the best South Australian to ever play the game, after he passed away aged 77.
Adam Cerra was the test case for careless umpire contact offences being heard before the Tribunal and the hearing might have raised more questions than answers, meanwhile Zac Bailey and Tristan Xerri had their bans upheld. With Greg Swann starting his role as the Executive General Manager of Football Performance on Monday, Roosy and Poppy had a commission meeting to try and get a head start on some of the big ticket items.
Roosy thinks Essendon should bring some more fun into the remainder of its season as the Bombers injury woes worsen.There are still questions over the Gold Coast for Roosy and did Lachie Neale use the umpire as a screen resulting in Adam Cerra being sent to the tribunal?
After a difficult few weeks, Carlton fans may not be looking forward to their match with the Lions but Paul Roos think's is not all doom and gloom. Could the Suns spoil illness-riddled Collingwood's trip to the Gold Coast? And, with a number of high stakes games, Roosy struggles to pick his match and team of the round this week.
Off the back of Voss receiving messages that are now under investigation by the AFL, Roosy reminds us that no one cares more about a club than the players and coach. Carlton has plenty of fresh ink on contracts, surely re-signings is good for morale? There is nothing but praise for Emma Kearney who is stepping down as North Melbourne's captain, when does a player know it's the right time? Plus, with Wrexham AFC players visiting Hawthorn, Roosy regales us about times he was awe-struck when celebrities popped by his clubs.
The team go through the battle-worn players from Round 17, how will affect clubs both above and below the ladder divide? How does being thumped on the weekend shape the following week's training sessions? And does the AFL really need another tournament? Roosy isn't keen on the Americanisation of the game.
With a full complement of nine matches being played this weekend, all cross the great divide between ninth and tenth, Roosy and Poppy make cases for teams that can cause upsets. North Melbourne will be celebrating 100 years of their Shinboner spirit, can the Bulldogs rain on their parade in Libba's 250th? Plus who's Roosy's team of the round to look out for?
Waverley Park will remained footy focused after the AFL have purchased the ground from Hawthorn, Roosy takes us back to his playing days there. Can any teams below ninth on the ladder make Finals and for those who can't, how can they make the most of what's left of the season? Plus, if Port are truly out of finals contention, is now the time for Ken Hinkley to hand the reigns to Josh Carr?
Paul Roos thinks Freo is pretty lucky to have two-time Brownlow medallist Nat Fyfe on the bench and to be able to rest ruckman Sean Darcy, so how will the Bombers rate their chances? Both GWS and Gold Coast need to prove themselves this weekend in the Expansion Cup. Will Perth Stadium's surface be able to handle its fourth game in a week plus heavy rain fall to be able to remain safe? Patrick Dangerfield will be running out for his 350th game and Roosy has nothing but praise for him. Plus, the team preview their standout matches of Round 15.
Andrew Dillon has decided to get some of the AFL's top brass around a table, what do Poppy and Roosy want to see at the top of their in-tray to sort out? How will Carlton readjust without Harry McKay and Sam Walsh? And all hope isn't lost for Bombers supporters as they continue to field debutants this season.
This round is on track to be the lowest scoring on average since 1996, what does Roosy suggest is causing such a lack of goals? What's to be gained from Andrew Dillon meeting with Bailey Smith? And Tom Stewart's bump on Noah Anderson has been cleared, does this action just need to be ruled out of the game?
The Pies held off the Demons in a one-point thriller, but should have May and Gawn kept their interaction behind closed doors? What needs to be improved to ensure players are receiving their HIA test promptly? What would Roosy say to Richmond and Gold Coast as they head off for their bye weekend? And he reminisces on his time being inducted into the Hall of Fame ahead of tonight's ceremony.
Lions' boss, Greg Swann will join the AFL executive team, what can he bring to the role to help iron out some of their persistent problems? Roosy reflects on his weekend, both watching the Swans on field and celebrating 20 years of coaching the premiership side. If injured Callan Ward can't return to the field, where would his skills be best suited? Plus, what would Roosy say to the Dockers going into their bye?
Alex Pearce has successfully overturned his three-week suspension, but it has left the AFL world confused, especially when comparing the decision to earlier 2025 tribunal outcomes. The mid-season rookie draftee list will be eagerly awaiting their footy fate ahead of the mid-season draft today, who could we see on the park as early as this weekend? And what advice would Roosy give to Carlton and North Melbourne as they head into the bye?
Damien Hardwick has hit back at Ross Lyon's calling Gold Coast the AFL's 'nepo baby' so is the academy system fair for all AFL teams? Roosy says Carlton should focus on their defence and says all teams are just 'dumping' it into the square which is becoming problematic. Does the AFL need a mid-season trade? And the team unpack the key results of round 11.
After 197 games for the Eagles, Jeremy McGovern's playing future is set to be determined by a concussion panel. With Bailey Smith set to face the Bulldogs tomorrow, Roosy explains what it's like to come up against your old club for the first time. How important is it for teams to study a winning blueprint against in-form clubs? And what more can the AFL do to offer opportunities to indigenous players?
After a beyond tragic weekend for the football world with the death of Adam Selwood, Roosy applauds McRae's handing of the news and his decision to protect the Collingwood team pre-match. How much does the Eagles' first win of the season mean to coach Andrew McQualter? Who were the biggest failures of round 10? And would the AFL benefit from an Indigenous advisory committee?
The AFL have issued a third statement addressing the umpiring saga that has arisen from the incident that saw Lachie Schultz concussed and play continue on-field. Paul Roos believes that someone hasn't done their job and it's embarrassed the AFL. Plus which milestone player does Roosy wish he could have coached?
Hall of Famer Robert Walls has passed away after a two year battle with cancer, aged 74. Walls played 259 games across his career including three premierships before going on to coach, leading Carlton to the 1987 flag. He also led Fitzroy where he was the first coach of our very own Paul Roos. Roosy reflects on his former coach and friend with Patrick Stack from ABC Sport Daily.
Sir Doug Nicholls Round begins this weekend and Roosy and Poppy discuss how the AFL could go about getting more indigenous players into the competition, could a Northern Territory team be the answer? The rumours about Luke Jackson wanting to leave Fremantle and head back to the Demons have started up again, what impact does that have on a team whose season is in the balance? Roosy weighs in on whether an NBA style draft lottery could work in the AFL.
Luke McDonald has avoided suspension for his incident with Jarrod Berry that left the Lion concussed, Paul Roos hopes this sends a message to the AFL. How should fans interpret the Gold Coast's Darwin form? After North Melbourne and the Lions drew on the weekend, Roosy has a novel ideal to find a winner.
Round 9 was the closest in the AFL era with nail biting finishes almost everywhere, including the first draw of the season. The Giants pulled off another win in Geelong thanks to an impressive seven-goal haul from Jesse Hogan, Paul Roos breaks down his recent success. In Adelaide the Showdown made a strong case for why it deserves a standalone fixture, but Roosy disagrees with Connor Rozee being awarded the Showdown Medal. Speaking of rivalries, who was Roosy's fiercest rival from his Fitzroy playing days?
Collingwood have left four key players behind for their trip west against the Dockers, can Freo capitalise on this? South Australia will host their Showdown, at 28 wins each and emotions running high who will gain the upper hand? For how many teams is Round 9 a ‘must win'? And who would Roosy and Poppy like to see as captains of WA and Victorian State of Origin teams?
Is Patrick Dangerfield the player of the generation? Who is Roosy's most underrated player in the competition? The team with the game plan ‘as good as anyone' in the competition at the moment and the coach that would have walked away from the weekend wondering if he can coach.
After being subbed off and given a spray in the second quarter in Round 7, Hugo Garcia excelled and was nominated for the Rising Star in Round 8. Is this a reflection on Ross Lyon's coaching and what kind of mark coaches can leave on player? Roosy attributes the Swans' 2005 Premiership win to one of his former coaches. If Fremantle have enough talent in their team, why aren't they winning? And ruckman Max Gawn had 35 disposals on the weekend, Roosy reflects on his longevity and what it was like to coach him.
Is the Kangaroos' media ban on Kane Cornes a reasonable step? Roosy weighs in on that, along with the 'genuine' bad blood in Sydney and Ross Lyon's frustration with the VFL Tribunal which was labelled a 'broken system'. Plus, he's also ready to crown the Suns a Finals contender.
In this special episode of Fintech Chatter, host Dexter Cousins speaks with Paul Roos, an AFL legend and founder of Performance by Design. They explore the parallels between elite sports and startup culture, discussing how founders and leaders can build high-performance teams on a budget! Paul shares insights from his trophy winning coaching career, steering the Sydney Swans to their first title in 72 years! The culture Roosy built at the club is still legendary 20 years later. He's spent the past decade advising startups and executives at some of Australia's largest companies on building high-performing cultures unique challenges faced by Fintech founders.In the interview Dexter and Paul discuss the importance of self-awareness, the role of leadership in shaping culture, and the challenges startups face as they grow. The conversation also touches on the significance of health and wellbeing in leadership, and how small companies can create a positive culture that drives success.TakeawaysThe culture built at the Sydney Swans is a model for startup success.Leadership behaviors directly influence organisational culture.Self-awareness is crucial for effective leadership.Startups must define their culture early to avoid fragmentation.Investing in culture can prevent costly turnover.High-performance teams require clear role definitions.Remote work challenges can be overcome with a team-first mindset.Health and wellbeing are essential for leadership effectiveness.Leaders should model the behaviors they want to see in their teams.Incremental changes can lead to significant improvements in culture.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Background04:38 Transition from Sports to Corporate Culture09:30 Building a High-Performance Culture14:11 Leadership and Self-Awareness in Startups18:44 The Importance of Foundational Culture23:25 Role of Leaders in Shaping Culture27:16 Navigating Growth and Leadership Challenges30:13 The Shift to Remote Work and Team Dynamics33:11 Hiring for Culture and Team Cohesion36:32 The Importance of Defining Company Culture39:07 Mental Health and Personal Wellbeing in Leadership42:02 Looking Ahead: Commitment to Growth in 2025Send us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp