Tasmanian Takeover

After a performance so brutal against the Lions that we couldn't even bring ourselves to record a review video, the boys are licking their wounds and looking ahead. The fixture certainly doesn’t get any easier as the 5th-placed Devils head up to the Northwest to take on the 4th-placed, red-hot Box Hill Hawks in a massive top-five clash! We are absolutely pumped to be playing at Dial Park in Pe...

After massive, statement-making wins over AFL-aligned giants North Melbourne and Richmond, the Tasmania Devils are flying high. But can we keep this brutal competition dominance alive when we head north to face last year’s AFL Premiers? In this episode of The Ants Nest , JD and Freddy break down the upcoming clash against the Brisbane Lions VFL side at Brighton Homes Arena. The Lions are languishi...

We have been waiting to get this guy on the show since the preseason, and after two games under his belt, he is officially a fan favorite! This week on the Devil's Den—the FOR Fans by Fans podcast—JD and Fred sit down with one of the state's newest Tasmanians, Nelson Beikoff-Smart! From growing up on the Gold Coast and running out alongside current AFL regulars to braving the muddy, freezi...

The Devils are back at UTAS Stadium this weekend following an incredible comeback win against North Melbourne! In this solo episode, Freddy steps up to the mic to break down our Round 13 clash against Richmond as Jared takes a well-deserved breather. Can the Devils lock in another four points on home turf, or will Richmond’s slingshot footy cause us trouble? We look at where the Tigers are vulnera...

An ugly first half meant absolutely nothing as the Devils came storming home in a massive last quarter against the Kangaroos! We are dissecting an incredible, heart-stopping win right here on the Devil's Den—the For Fans by Fans podcast. That first half was brutal and hard to watch, but the boys turned it around when it mattered most to secure an awesome victory. In this episode, JD and Fred b...

After a challenging month with two losses and a draw, the Devils are finally back home at North Hobart Oval! This Saturday, June 6th at 10:05 AM, the boys face their second AFL-aligned opponent of the year in North Melbourne. It’s an early start time due to a massive double-header, with the She Devils kicking off right after at 1:35 PM. Between the frosty morning dew, the skinny pockets of North H...

The Devils traveled over to ETU Stadium for a massive clash against Port Melbourne, and what a game it was! Tassie fans showed up in droves, completely outnumbering the home crowd three to one , but a heartbreaking final quarter saw the Devils go down 100 to 104 in an absolute nail-biter. Bad kicking is bad footy. While our direct territory game plan had the Borough completely baffled at times , k...

After a week off, the Devils are hitting the road to face Port Melbourne for the second time this season! Last time we met at UTAS Stadium, it was an absolute nail-biter with the Devils walking away with a tight 101 to 93 victory. Can the boys bring the heat and get the job done away from home? In this episode, JD and Fred break down the massive tactical shift ahead of the clash. We dive deep into...

We have an absolute blockbuster episode of the Den for you this week! JD and Fred are joined in the studio by Tassie Devils star Daniel Cooney for his very first appearance on the podcast. We fresh-react to the Mid-Season Draft where two of our local Tassie boys just got picked up by AFL clubs, and we get the inner-sanctum goss straight from Daniel on how the player WhatsApp group chat exploded. P...

A day to forget at North Hobart. After a promising start, the Devils were shown up by a powerful Southport Sharks outfit in what was our biggest loss to date. How do we recover from a proper football spanking? JD and Fred sit down to unpack where it all went wrong after quarter-time, dissect the massive clearance gap, and discuss Fred's brand-new, prototype Devil's Den merch line! Plus, we...

We are back at the traditional home of North Hobart this week as the Tassie Devils prepare to host the Southport Sharks. JD and Fred dive into the "standalone" debate—are we aligned or are we flying solo? Plus, we break down the AFL-heavy list of the Sharks and identify the man the Devils need to stop to keep the four points on the Island. Stick around until the end where we draw the win...

The Devils traveled across the Bass Strait for the second time and came home with two points—but should it have been four? In a "strange" and controversial clash at Avalon Airport Oval, the Tassie Devils clawed back from 20 points down to finish in a heart-stopping 97–97 draw with the Werribee Tigers. JD and Fred unpack the massive "missed call" on a touched goal, the absolute...

This episode of the Devil's Den takes the show on the road as JD and Fred look ahead to the Round 7 clash against the Werribee Tigers. After dismantling the Dolphins like a can of tuna, the Devils are heading to Avalon Airport Oval. Can the Devils tame the Tigers on their own turf, or will the reigning Liston Trophy winner Dom Brew prove too much to handle? JD and Fred break down the standalon...

The streak continues! In a classic Tassie "mud-lark" battle at York Park, the Devils handled the ball like it was a dry day in the desert to take down the Sandringham Zebras. From Brandon Leary’s Spiderman-like "sticky mits" to Jye Menzie’s elite engine, we’re breaking down how the boys got it done in the wet. JD and Fred dive into the "impenetrable" back six, the inj...

The streak is over, but the hype is just beginning. The Tasmania Devils suffered their first VFL loss on ANZAC Day, falling to a polished Carlton Blues outfit 68–93. But the scoreboard doesn't tell the whole story. With 14,122 people packing into Ninja Stadium, the atmosphere was electric—and a little bit hostile. Just the way we like it. 😈 In this episode, JD and Fred dive deep into the stat...

The Map is Back! 🗺️ | ANZAC Day Preview: Tasmania Devils vs. Carlton Blues | DEVILS DEN In this episode of the Tasmanian Takeover, JD and Fred break down the upcoming ANZAC Day clash against the Carlton Blues. The Blues are under massive pressure from the top down—can the Devils exploit the cracks and go 4-0? In this episode: 🔍 Opposition Breakdown: Why Ben Camporeale, Cooper Lord, and Blake Acre...

🗺️ FROM A BROKEN NECK TO THE DEVILS MAP: The Zach Adams Interview | Ep. 4The Devils might have a bye, but the Den never sleeps! This week, we are joined by a man who has quickly become a cult hero for the Tasmania Devils—the high-flying, hard-hitting Zach Adams. Zach opens up about the incredible journey to the VFL, from the "gruelling" gravel oval training camp in Queenstown to the mira...

The Tassie Devils just sent a massive message to the rest of the VFL. In our first ever interstate trip, the boys didn't just win—they dismantled the Frankston Dolphins by 78 points in front of a hostile Kinetic Stadium crowd. In this episode, JD and Fred break down the "Tassie Tackle Pressure" that left Frankston shell-shocked. We look at Sam Siggins’ dominant day out, Jye Menzie’s...

Tasmania Devils VFL | Devils DenThe Devils hit the road. For the first time ever, the Tasmania Devils head interstate for a night game at Kinetic Stadium — taking on the tough and physical Frankston Dolphins. JD and Fred break down everything you need to know as the Devils look to go 3–0 to start their inaugural season.🔥 In This Episode⚓ Opposition Breakdown — Frankston Dolphins1–1 start to the...

The Tassie Devils are officially the real deal! In front of a massive Northern crowd of 5,000 at UTAS Stadium, the boys dug deep to move to 2-0 with a gritty win over VFL powerhouse Port Melbourne. In this episode, JD and Fred break down how our defensive "fortress" stood up despite being beaten on the stat sheet for the second week running. We dive into Jye Menzie’s elite performance—is...

Tasmania Devils VFL | Devils Den- History was made at North Hobart.- The Tasmania Devils have officially arrived — knocking off the Coburg Lions in front of a packed “Old Lady” crowd of 10,600.In this episode of Devils Den, JD and Fred break down the emotional Round 1 win and look ahead to a massive clash with Port Melbourne Football Club.🔥 In This Episode🟥 Devils vs Coburg — REVIEWHistoric win...

Tasmania Devils Fixture Breakdown, Intraclub Highlights & 10,000 Members | DEVILS DEN The Devils haven’t even played a game yet… and the momentum is already huge. This week on Devils Den , JD and Fred break down the latest news around the Tasmania Devils as the club prepares for its historic inaugural VFL season. Intraclub Match Recap (Green vs White) Early glimpse of the Round 1 lineup as Gre...

JackJumpers Season Ends | Melbourne United Defeat & 2026 Moments That Mattered — ANTS NEST The season is over… and the Jackies’ run comes to an end at John Cain Arena. This week on Tasmanian Takeover – The Ants Nest , we break down the Tasmania JackJumpers loss to Melbourne United and reflect on the moments that defined the 2026 season. Final Score: Melbourne 82 – Tasmania 68 📍 John Cain Aren...

🎙️ Devils Den | Flash Lithgow Interview 🔴😈 Tasmania Devils VFL, AFL Future & JackJumpers Finals Talk We’ve called in the big guns. In this episode of Devils Den, JD and Fred sit down with David Lithgow, better known to Tasmanian sports fans as “Flash” from SEN Radio. Flash is one of the most connected voices in Tasmanian sport — interviewing players, calling games, and covering everything fr...

10 Devils to Watch | Tasmania Devils Season Preview — DEVILS DEN The Devils are coming… and it’s not just about the headline names. This week on Devils Den , we break down 10 Tasmania Devils players you need to know before Round 1 — the interstate recruits, local guns, and emerging talent who could define the club’s inaugural VFL season. If you think you know the list already… think again. Interst...