Some of the game’s biggest names were among the AFL Origin stars to visit a Perth high school on Thursday, just days out from the historic clash’s return at Optus Stadium.
Samantha Rogers
Kerry Stokes has been awarded Life Membership of the AFL for his significant contribution to the game.
Glen Quartermain
If there was any remaining doubt Saturday night’s AFL Origin blockbuster is the real deal, it was quashed when the two teams hit the track in an intense training session and a war or words on Thursday.
Jackson Barrett
Channel 7 expert Kane Cornes has kicked off an incredible AFL Origin weekend with one of the moments of the summer, running from Scarborough to Optus Stadium all in the name of Telethon.
Mitchell Woodcock
As the heat ramps up ahead of the AFL State of Origin, Sydney superstar Chad Warner hopes the Optus cauldron can cook Victoria’s star-stuffed midfield.
Jake Santa Maria
He may be the West Coast’s hero, but Harley Reid was humbled by 13-year-old Austin Appelbee as the Eagles star paid tribute to his lifesaving efforts.
Victoria’s coaching panel is as star-studded as their team, but the West Australian’s are feeding off the passion of parochial coach Dean Cox as they look to upset the upstart visitors.
Dockers fans were already excited about having Judd McVee joining the team in the off-season but now he’s explained the plan for how he’ll combine with Jordan Clark, they’ll be over the moon.
Craig O'Donoghue
West Coast coach Andrew McQualter has revealed the change behind Dustin Martin’s stunning rise during his time at Richmond and why Harley Reid is poised to follow it.
Essendon star Zach Merrett has responded to speculation about extending his tenure with the Bombers and given his thoughts on working under Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell during State of Origin.
Ben Smith
Essendon midfielder Zach Merrett says he had dinner with teammates Nic Martin and Mason Redman to smooth the waters following his failed bid to join Hawthorn.
Justin Chadwick
Victoria's chairman of selectors, Garry Lyon, has promised fans they will be treated to the “purest form” of Aussie Rules in Saturday’s State of Origin showdown.
Victoria chairman of selectors Garry Lyon called the team “footy porn” and it was easy to see why when the Big V trained together for the first time at Mineral Resources Park
Victoria coach Chris Scott has told his players there is no room for a half-arsed effort in Saturday's State of Origin showdown against WA in Perth.
Victoria’s star-studded line-up will give WA a challenge - but they’ll be hard-pressed to overcome the Sandgropers and a raucous Optus Stadium crowd on Saturday. Get the know all the Vic players here!
They’re our WA warriors: The 25 home-grown heroes who’ll serve it up to Victoria in Saturday’s Origin battle. Get to know our squad here!
The AFL’s biggest — and at times controversial — heartthrob has returned to Perth for the historic AFL Origin clash taking place on Valentine’s Day.
Kellie Balaam
There were plenty of talking points as WA’s squad trained ahead of Saturday’s Origin bout - including an eye-catching name for a drill, and Jordan Clark hitting the track. Here’s what caught our eye.
Three of the four umpires for Saturday’s AFL Origin bout will be Victorian, it can be revealed.
James Palumbo
Western Australian speedster Brad Hill has revealed state football great Stephen Michael was brought in to help inspire the Sandgropers to an upset over Victoria on Saturday.
The AFL's biggest stars are promising to put their bodies on the line when Western Australia take on Victoria in a blockbuster State of Origin clash in Perth.
WA defender Nathan Broad has declared there will be no “bruise-free” football as the Sandgropers prepare to go “all-in” to ensure this isn’t the last time AFL Origin is played.
Nick Daicos won’t get any love from WA fans in Saturday’s Origin blockbuster - but the Victorian star has plenty of love for our State’s South West after wining, dining and jet skiing his way around the region.
Jack Penniment
After living in Victoria for more than a decade, but now residing in WA, who is Mason Cox rooting for in this weekend’s Origin blockbuster?
Zach Margolius
