Bontempelli Breaks Silence on Ugle-Hagan’s Exit Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli has spoken publicly for the first time about Jamarra Ugle-Hagan’s shock trade request, admitting the club was blindsided but refusing to place blame on the departing 22-year-old forward, who has been with the club since age 17. In a 35-minute interview with club media … Read more
The Western Bulldogs have confirmed that assistant coach Matt Spangher will leave the club to take up a new role with Hawthorn this week. Spangher, 38, joined the Bulldogs in 2021 and has played a key role in developing some of the AFL’s most dynamic forwards during his tenure. Earlier this year, he was recognised … Read more
“This is a standard procedure we go through almost every season to ensure we’re properly set for the national draft,” he said. “Both Conor and Jake completely understand and support the decision, and they know we remain committed to their development as players.” Stringer, 31, featured in 15 games this year and kicked 25 goals … Read more
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has expressed regret over how his time at the Western Bulldogs concluded after officially moving to Gold Coast. The Bulldogs received pick 74 in return for the former No.1 draft pick, who was still contracted for next year. Ugle-Hagan’s career has faced a crossroads after more than a year of serious off-field challenges. … Read more
“No Safe Path to a Flag”: Bulldogs Star Turns Down $4.8m Port Adelaide Offer in Fiery Loyalty Pledge Whitten Oval, Melbourne, September 30, 2025 – In a stunning act of loyalty that’s shaken the AFL trade landscape, Western Bulldogs defensive rock Callum Wilkie has sensationally rejected a $4.8 million, four-year mega offer from Port Adelaide, … Read more
