Retiring AFL player Sam Switkowski becomes father days before semi-final

Fremantle forward Sam Switkowski and wife Savannah have welcomed their first child, son Theodore. Switkowski announced his retirement last month and will leave the AFL at season's end.

Why it mattersSwitkowski is managing his final weeks as an AFL player while adjusting to fatherhood. He will move to Melbourne at season's end to be with his family.

AustraliaOne of Fremantle's key forwards steps away from AFL football, affecting the club's finals squad and ending a career that started in 2018.

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Sam Mitchell accidentally outs secret AFL coaches group chat

Sam Mitchell revealed on live TV that all 18 AFL coaches run a private group chat through the Coaches Association.

Why it mattersIt reveals how AFL coaches stay connected privately outside public view, offering a glimpse into the support network between rival teams.