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Gary Ablett and Paul Chapman

Gary Ablett and Paul Chapman

Balme keeps the faith

Footy operations manager at the cattery, Neil Balme, caught up with the Sports Today boys to update them on the progress of some of Geelong's biggest names, while promising his boys would bounce back after a disappointing end to season '08.

Injury concerns at Waverley

Hawthorn Hawthorn premiership stars Trent Croad and Luke Hodge are both struggling with injuries and might miss the start of the '09 season. Sports Today spoke to footy operations manager Mark Evans about their recovery programs.

Lion King talks to 3AW

Jonathan Brown Brisbane Lions captain Jonathan Brown spoke to 3AW's Sports Today team about life after Leigh Matthews, Michael Voss' coaching style and getting himself ready for season '09.

Sports Today: Off-season news

Gary Pert tries to explain the Pies big $ loss in 2008 Collingwood CEO Gary Pert speaks to Sports Today's Dwayne Russell and Gerard Healy about why the Pies suffered a huge financial loss in 2008, while Chris Newman talks finals as the new Richmond skipper.

The Pipe smokes John Daly

John Daly is headed to Australia Dwayne 'The Pipe' Russell and professional golfer Mike Clayton slammed Australian Masters organisers for paying John Daly to play in the event. The man who pulled off the 'coup' defends the choice.

Punter hits back at critics

Ricky Ponting Facing the greatest challenge of his career, Australian skipper Ricky Ponting joined Sports Today to hit back at the critics who have accused him of being a selfish cricketer.

Buckley pumps up Hodge

Luke Hodge after the Grand Final 3AW Football's Nathan Buckley analysed Luke Hodge's role in Hawthorn's Grand Final win, and details who he would have voted for to win the Norm Smith Medal. Also, listen to Hawks assistant Todd Viney talk about the club's future.

Surgeon wins - with attitude

The finish to the race The winner of the greyhound Melbourne Cup, Surgeon, got a little over-excited as he approached the winning post - making for a controversial finish to the high-stakes contest. Watch the video and read what happened by clicking above.

Sports Today - Every Day

DwayneGerard172 Sports Today with 3AW's Gerard Healy and Dwayne Russell is a must-download for all your AFL news, views and analysis - and everything else in the world of sport.