It's that time again to take a lighter look into yet another big week of AFL and how fans reacted to all of the news and views.
Here's what's happened this week๐
Gary Rohan slots sensational post-siren sealer
Cats forward Gary Rohan booted home the perfect set-shot on Friday night to claim all four premiership points for Geelong in what was a thrilling blockbuster clash against the Bulldogs.
The two sides sat in 2nd and 3rd on the ladder coming into the game, with the boys from the Kennel looking to land their first win at Kardinia Park since 2003 - a run that dated back seven games.
With Toby McLean's late major placing the Doggies as one-point leaders with less than four minutes remaining, the Bulldogs looked set to claim that illusive win down the highway.
A stellar transition from the Cats in the dying moments of the game saw Rohan claim a strong marks with just seconds on the clock, with the sharpshooter nailing hi set-shot after the final bell to give his side a five-point victory.
The major was Rohan's second career post-siren match-winner, joining Swans and Saints great Barry Hall as the only players to ice a game with no time remaining on multiple occasions.
Round 14 2017
Round 14 2021Gary Rohan loves an after the siren winner ๐#ThisIsUs pic.twitter.com/drIGziTHEM
— AFL (@AFL) June 18, 2021
Rohan's unfazed brilliance stunned the football world, with fans blowing up in reaction to what was a memorable finish to a stellar clash.
Cats fans enjoying their morning coffee today pic.twitter.com/gJW3YxIB92
— Lachie Young (@lachie_young) June 19, 2021
Geelong coach Chris Scott was as animated as ever, with his celebrations amongst his fellow coaches also gaining attention across Twitter.
Chris Scott celebrating a win in his 1st game as coach, vs Chris Scott celebrating a win in his 227th game as coach.
You. Bloody. Love. To. See. It.#AFLCatsDogs #GeelongStrong pic.twitter.com/lmof9PhAaY
— Rachel Danderfield (@danderfield) June 18, 2021
And it seems the coach wasn't the only Cats icon up and about.
Billy Brownless loved it ๐ pic.twitter.com/3l5QK5f4G2
— 7AFL (@7AFL) June 18, 2021
Stewart further proves to be draft steal in BOG performance
While Rohan was the literal match-winner for Geelong, defender Tom Stewart stole the show with his dominant display down back for the Cats.
The dual All-Australian ended his evening with 27 disposals, 10 intercept marks and 15 intercept possessions for the night in what many have described as the best defensive outing for some time.
71% of the earth is covered by water. Tom Stewart covers the rest.
— Mitchell Keating (@MitchKeat) June 18, 2021
3 votes - T.Stewart (Geel)
2 votes - T.Stewart (Geel)
1 vote - T.Stewart (Geel)— Andy Maher (@AndyMaherDFA) June 18, 2021
If Geelongโs players went into an open draft, I think Iโm taking Tom Stewart first #AFLCatsDogs
— Sarah Black (@_sjblack) June 18, 2021
The strategy in the last quarter for the Dogs should be "don't kick it directly to Tom Stewart"
Might help #AFLCatsDogs
— Todd Davey (@ToddJDavey) June 18, 2021
I would believe you if you told me that Tom Stewart had never made a mistake
— Gordon (@beetgordon_) June 18, 2021
Mackay verdict places game on the edge of it's seat
The David Mackay charge shaped to be a decision that would define the fabric of the game's future as the Crows veteran faced the AFL Tribunal on Thursday night.
Mackay's collision with Saints gun Hunter Clark went ungraded by the MRO and soon placed everyone into a nervous wait for the final verdict.
That decision took hours to come to the conclusion that Mackay would be free to play in the Crows' next game, with the jury deliberating for close to an hour before making revealing that verdict.
This tribunal hearing has gone longer than the St Kilda-Adelaide game.
— Daniel Cherny ๐ฐ (@DanielCherny) June 17, 2021
https://t.co/PrEm2XAuNU pic.twitter.com/mEWbrjc5DR
— Matt Gibbs (@mattgibbs95) June 17, 2021
Footy fans were split over whether Mackay should have been suspended or not for the incident, with both the build-up and result sparking debate.
This week has gone fully bizarre, I'm agreeing with Kane Cornes (on multiple things!), defending David Mackay, it's all topsy turvy.
— Barron Von Crow (@BarronVonCrow) June 14, 2021
Tribunal newbie David Mackay takes the stand... ๐ถhttps://t.co/bpp6mTO7h5 pic.twitter.com/MuW2tTUsxx
— RollnSport (@RollnSport) June 17, 2021
Bucks' perfect departureย
The Magpies were able to send off departing coach and club great Nathan Buckley in style on Monday, with Collingwood grabbing a win over ladder leaders Melbourne in Bucks' final game at the helm.
Magpies fans (along with their dogs) and those close to the club wrote their celebrations and sentiments on social media to congratulate Buckley on his time with the club.
I love this football club! I bloody love you Nathan Buckley!! #GoPies pic.twitter.com/OGOWD2P6Rh
— Paige Cardona (@paigecardona) June 14, 2021
Shit that was emotional watching @CollingwoodFC and Nathan Buckley post game. Perfect send off, sometimes the moons align and those that continue to give, get back what they deserve. Well played Bucks.
— Michael McGuane (@MickMCG34) June 14, 2021
While others were hoping the Queen's Birthday win wouldn't be Bucks' final hoorah.
Realising itโs the last day Nathan Buckley will have a role at the Collingwood Footy ClubโฆPain Is Real. ๐ #GoPies pic.twitter.com/Sh15Yxvuh8
— Al. (@alastairmoore) June 13, 2021
After today's win, Collingwood would be mad not to pick up the phone to see if Nathan Buckley is interested in replacing Nathan Buckley.
— Scott Dooley (@scottdools) June 14, 2021
Celebs brace for the Big Freeze
One of the competition's most cherished traditions, the Big Freeze was once again a stellar showing on Monday as 10 celebrities went down the slide and into an ice-cold bath.
Neale Daniher's impact on both football and MND mustn't go without notice, with $2 million raised across four days for to help find the cure.
AFL boss Gil McLachlan headline the all-star list, with the league's head honcho going down the slide as Meatloaf.
Gil telling us how he really felt about Meatloaf's performance and attitude circa 2011 ๐คฃ
๐ BLOG: https://t.co/dSIl2dZYPv
๐ข MATCH CENTRE: https://t.co/kvLFFouz93
๐บ WATCH #AFLDeesPies #BigFreeze7 on @kayosports: https://t.co/STVjNi4HY1 pic.twitter.com/rqH8WTUTLh— Fox Footy (@FOXFOOTY) June 14, 2021
Gill going as meatloaf ๐#BigFreeze7
— Lachy Steele (@Lachy_Steele) June 14, 2021
Despite being interstate for Melbourne Storm duties, legendary coach Craig Bellamy also got involved in the proceedings.
How good! @FightMND #BigFreeze7 pic.twitter.com/lrB703EiWO
— Melbourne Storm ๐ (@storm) June 14, 2021