https://lancefranklinnews.site/Lance Franklin news, stats and career coverage.https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-s-quiet-revolution-off-the-field-coidhttps://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-s-quiet-revolution-off-the-field-coidTue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:23 GMTLance Franklin's impact on Australian rules football extends far beyond his on-field accomplishments, with a quiet confidence and humility that has helped shape the sport's cultural landscape. As a role model and leader, Franklin's influence is felt deeply, particularly among Indigenous Australians https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-returns-superkick-7511https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-returns-superkick-7511Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:25:09 GMTLance Franklin joins Superkick as ambassador to help 10,000 kids develop footy skills and build friendships, after retiring from AFL with 1066 goals https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-nears-australian-f133https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-nears-australian-f133Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:40:28 GMTLance Franklin is set to follow Gary Ablett Jnr into the Australian Football Hall of Fame, as the selection committee faces criticism for losing quality control with 33 Legends already inducted https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-returns-football-5639https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-returns-football-5639Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:36:39 GMTLance Franklin announces his comeback to football with junior club Dowerin on April 18, aiming to raise $300,000 for new lighting at the home ground, a huge moment for the Australian rules football icon https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-wins-coleman-81c5https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-wins-coleman-81c5Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:39:44 GMTLance Franklin clinches fourth Coleman Medal with 10-goal haul against Carlton, finishing with 69 goals, surpassing Josh Kennedy's 65 goals https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-opens-up-7930https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-opens-up-7930Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:16:43 GMTLance Franklin discusses life after AFL, his thoughts on State of Origin football, and a new venture in a rare public appearance, offering insights into his private life and career https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-returns-form-b9eehttps://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-returns-form-b9eeWed, 24 Jun 2026 10:03:31 GMTLance Franklin earns All-Australian captaincy, overcoming injury frustrations, with 57 goals this season and eighth All-Australian selection, a testament to his hard work https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-kicks-000th-7ba4https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-kicks-000th-7ba4Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:03:17 GMTLance Franklin reaches milestone with 1,000th career goal in AFL, joining exclusive club with Tony Lockett and Gordon Coventry, as Sydney Swans take on Geelong https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-faces-booing-c31bhttps://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-faces-booing-c31bTue, 23 Jun 2026 20:34:10 GMTLance Franklin booed by Collingwood supporters, sparking concerns about racism in Australian sport and the AFL's indifference to crowd behaviour https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-scores-058th-5cc2https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-scores-058th-5cc2Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:34:00 GMTLance Franklin reaches milestone 350th AFL game and scores 1,058th career goal, moving into fourth spot on VFL/AFL goalkickers list, behind Tony Lockett, Gordon Coventry, and Jason Dunstall https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-faces-booing-5745https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-faces-booing-5745Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:04:06 GMTLance Franklin was booed by Collingwood fans during a match, prompting the Sydney Swans to denounce the behavior and express concern about history repeating itself, with Franklin's contribution to the AFL being celebrated and respected https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-returns-playing-92a7https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-returns-playing-92a7Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:03:55 GMTLance Franklin announces shock return to playing footy almost three years after his retirement, set to play for his childhood club Dowerin Tigers in Western Australia, aiming to raise $300,000 https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-faces-tribunal-9d83https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-faces-tribunal-9d83Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:03:38 GMTLance Franklin receives apology from AFL after tribunal hearing sparks controversy, with Sydney Swans unhappy over 'cowardly' claim, as Franklin prepares to miss game against Melbourne https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-runs-half-0b35https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-runs-half-0b35Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:03:28 GMTLance Franklin completes half-marathon in 1:34:22, beating Johnathan Thurston, as he trains for the New York Marathon with the Indigenous Marathon Foundation https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/the-footy-icon-redefining-what-it-means-to-lead-nth8https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/the-footy-icon-redefining-what-it-means-to-lead-nth8Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:44 GMTLance Franklin is not just a phenomenal athlete; he's a cultural force in Australian sports. His impact stretches beyond the field, influencing young players and fans alike with his authenticity and leadership style. https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/franklin-vs-roughhead-the-clash-of-footy-titans-nefzhttps://lancefranklinnews.site/news/franklin-vs-roughhead-the-clash-of-footy-titans-nefzMon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:29 GMTLance Franklin and Jarryd Roughead's competition is one for the ages, defined by their contrasting styles and fierce rivalry. Their head-to-head battles have not only shaped their careers but also provided unforgettable moments for the league and its fans. https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/franklin-vs-crowley-the-battle-of-wits-and-will-q1fuhttps://lancefranklinnews.site/news/franklin-vs-crowley-the-battle-of-wits-and-will-q1fuMon, 22 Jun 2026 00:01:40 GMTLance Franklin’s confrontations with tagger Ryan Crowley were as much about mental warfare as physical prowess. In a sport where strategy and mind games often dictate the outcome, their rivalry remains etched in footy folklore. https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-the-unmatched-rhythm-of-a-footy-maestro-qb3ihttps://lancefranklinnews.site/news/lance-franklin-the-unmatched-rhythm-of-a-footy-maestro-qb3iSun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:37 GMTLance Franklin isn't just a player; he's a force of nature on the field. His unique style combines explosive athleticism with a flair for the dramatic, making every game a spectacle. https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/unpacking-the-brilliance-of-lance-franklin-s-footy-craft-ijcohttps://lancefranklinnews.site/news/unpacking-the-brilliance-of-lance-franklin-s-footy-craft-ijcoSun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:31 GMTLance Franklin isn’t just another player on the field; he’s poetry in motion. His unique style and technique elevate the game of Australian Rules Football, making every touch of the ball a spectacle to behold. https://lancefranklinnews.site/news/franklin-s-2016-a-year-of-redemption-and-resurgence-p6hihttps://lancefranklinnews.site/news/franklin-s-2016-a-year-of-redemption-and-resurgence-p6hiSat, 20 Jun 2026 12:00:41 GMTIn 2016, Lance Franklin faced both personal and professional challenges that threatened his career. Yet, in a stunning display, he proved to be not just a survivor, but a redefined force in Australian rules football.