The Hoops Crew

Jake and Johnny hit the virtual studio to chat the Cats! First up it's a conversation about the potential of 3rd year forward Shannon Neale stepping into the breach against Collingwood in Week 1 if Tom Hawkins isn't back to full health from off-season foot surgery! There's a chat about the potential of a joint AFLW/AFLM collective bargaining agreement and what that might mean for the W, before the...

The Chaps hit the virtual studio, reeling from the news that it’s only 66 days until the Mens season kicks off. They discuss their early thoughts on the approaching season, before pivoting into analysis on the 2022 performances of more Cats M/W players in Part 5 of their Player Grades series! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on  The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video...

Jake and Sambo jump into the virtual studio for the first pod of 2023! They talk about how they brought in the New Year with an epic Minecraft sesh, the brilliance of Netflix miniseries "The Letter For The King", before launching into Part 4 of their Player Grades series! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, earl...

Jake, Sambo and Johnny hit the virtual studio to shoot the sh*t on a spectacularly magnificent Xmas 2022! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month !     Follow the Chaps on Twitter! Send us an e-mail! thechapschatcats@gmail.com Go foll...

The Chaps are back in the virtual studio to record another off-season episode! Things start off with questions about Christmas Carols, a topic Jake has a theory on. Then it's off to grade more Cats players as the Chaps analyse the 2022 performances of another 6 players from the M&W teams. Finally the show wraps up with a Xmas Lunch Draft game, as the Chaps go head to head to Draft their perfec...

The Chaps hit the virtual studio to talk about the AFL Mens Fixture Release (get your fainting couches ready) as well as their own “thrilling” off-season activities. More AFLM/W Cats have their performances analysed as the Chaps deliver Part 2 of their Wheel of Grades segment! The episode concludes with some Chaps book/movie recommendations! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscr...

The Chaps hit the studio for another episode as the off-season continues! First up Sambo spills the beans on his afternoon from hell, before Johnny regales the room with stories from meeting Patrick Dangerfield. Then it's onto a news recap as Geelong's VFLW team gets a new Head Coach in Elise Coventry , and the AFL Mens Draft concludes with the addition of some exciting new Cats ! Finally the show...

The Chaps are back with another episode, and there's much to chin-wag about! First off there's Draft news, as the Mens team selects Jhye Clark with the 8th overall pick! Then it's time to farewell Harry Taylor and Eddie Betts as they depart the Cattery after a bountiful 2022! On the arrivals side of things there's much to be excited about, as Daisy Pearce looms on the horizon and County Mayo star,...

Jake, Sambo and Johnny are back in the studio as they wade into the wide open expanse of the footy off-season! There's AFLW Awards news to react to, with a number of Cats nominated for various honours, including three players selected into the 22under22 team! Then the Chaps give their thoughts on Joel Selwood's new gig with the Melbourne Storm, before spinning into a conversation about which figur...

Jake, Sambo and Johnny assemble in style as they cap off the Cats Mens & Womens seasons with the 2022 Chappies Award Show! The most stylish players, best original scores, best ensemble performances, best individual performances, as well as team MVPs! All will be crowned! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, e...

The Chaps hit the virtual studio after taking a weekend off! They discuss a classic Tim Tam commercial from their childhood, and share some thoughts on the AFLW finals series, before launching into a dissection of all major headlines from both the Cats Mens and Womens teams! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, e...

The Chaps gather in the virtual studio to recap all of their thoughts from Geelong's heartbreaking AFLW exit at the hands of North Melbourne in an Elimination Final. A dominant display around the ground that came up short inside attacking 50, the brilliance of Chantel Emonson, awesome crowd atmosphere, Prespakis selection issue, Johnny's jam donut review, and much more! This episode is available t...

The Cats AFLW team are into an Elimination Final, and the Chaps are here to preview all the action for you! Can Geelong finally beat North Melbourne, having lost all four games against the Roos so far? Will players rise to the big occasion? The improvement of the team's disposal efficiency ! What happens if Georgie Prespakis doesn't get up for the game ? All that, and more! This episode is availab...

The Cats AFLW team racked up the biggest win of their history on Saturday afternoon, kicking the 2nd highest AFLW score of all time, while booking their spot in the finals! Depth in the midfield, season-best days for almost everyone, Scheer kicks a bag, Georgie Prespakis injury worry, and much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Vide...

The AFLW Cats head into their final game of the home and away season against the Sydney Swans, with a potential Top 4 position still up for grabs! The Chaps preview the game, talk about potential selection dilemmas, what needs to happen for Geelong to sneak into the 4, and much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of ep...

The Cats played out a titanic clash with the reigning-Premier Crows on Saturday afternoon, and the Chaps are here to analyse the game for you! Geelong's defensive system stands up in the furnace, no backwards steps taken against a furious opponent, creation of inside 50s proves crucial, Claudia Gunjaca is a star, and much, much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on...

The Cats are headed to Adelaide to face the Crows in a massive AFLW Week 9 clash! Rachel Kearns returns to the side, midfield depth to be tested against the best, and what would a win do to our expectations for the team come finals time? All that, and more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to som...

The Cats AFLW team claimed an important win over the West Coast Eagles on the weekend, and the Chaps are here to recap all of the action for you! The return of Georgie Prespakis, depth of the squad on display, Geelong's elite combination of pressure and possession, and a speed review of Jurassic World: Dominion! All of that and much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribe...

This episode was originally released as an Early Access feature for our Chaps Crew Patrons, over on the Chaps Patreon Page! All our thoughts on the Ollie Henry trade, and the Trade Period for the Cats as a whole, as well as some conversation about how the AFL's preferred national business model may be about to clash with the desire of players to be close to their communities. 

The Cats take on the Eagles in Week 8 (Pride Round!) of the AFLW season, and the Chaps are here to preview the game for you! Amy McDonald successfully overturns her suspension, Georgie Prespakis returns, Nina Morrison a potential injury question mark, Rachel Kearns could be back, players who have an extra gear to unlock, and much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers...

The Cats AFLW team recorded their 3rd win on the trot, and 5th for the season, with a hard-fought win over a resilient Bombers team! There's some nonsense off the top as the Chaps earn their Explicit rating with a debate about the origin of the term "salty dog", but then it's onto the analysis! The team's ability to lift with the game on the line, impact of the newer Cats players, control of posse...

The Chaps are back with another AFLW Preview Pod as the Cats travel to Warrnambool to take on the Bombers! Expectations for the final month of the regular season, Geelong's depth of talent, who should don the long sleeves, and more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only conte...

The Chaps give their thoughts on the Jack Bowes trade and what it means for the Cats for the rest of the trade period and beyond! This episode was released as an early access podcast for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon Page! If you'd like bonus and early access podcast and video content, consider subscribing for $5 AUD per month! Follow the Chaps on Twitter! Send us an e-mail! thechapsc...

The Cats AFLW team had a massively important win over the Western Bulldogs in Ballarat on Saturday, and the Chaps are here to break it all down for you! The brilliant work of Shelley Scott, communication of the backline, Nina Morrison rises, Brooke Plummer is a STAR, and much more! Want bonus episodes of The Chaps? Sign up to our Patreon for just $5 AUD a month! Follow the Chaps on Twitter! Send u...

The Chaps are back with another episode as the AFLW Cats take on the Dogs in Ballarat , and Geelong legend Joel Selwood retires ! Follow the Chaps on Twitter! Go and listen to Matthew Craig on Spotify and YouTube ! Send us an e-mail! thechapschatcats@gmail.com Go follow "The Hoops Show" on YouTube !