Sportsday Full on Footy with Champion Data analyst Daniel Hoyne (07.04.26)
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Apr 7, 2026 Daniel Hoyne, Champion Data analyst and AFL data expert, breaks down league-wide trends and match tactics. He discusses faster scoring, rising marks, Fremantle’s offensive dominance, Hawthorn v Geelong’s rapid ball movement, Carlton’s stoppage paradox, and why Brisbane and Gold Coast stand out. Short, sharp takes on tactics and competition patterns.
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Game Speed And Scoring Are Trending Up
- AFL scoring and ball speed are up at round four, marking the fastest ball movement in eight years and highest scoring in ten years.
- Entries and score-per-inside-50 are improved, driven by faster, lower-density attacks rather than dump-and-hope entries.
Brisbane's Style Is Reshaping The Competition
- Increased marking and reduced pressure are linked to teams copying Brisbane's style, producing more uncontested play and fewer contested possessions.
- Corridor use is down as clubs try lateral angle changes and conservative ball movement.
Use Analytics Plus Footy Judgment For Defenders
- Combine analytics with 'footy' judgement to value defensive role players who limit opponents even with low disposals.
- Use coaches' context to credit one-on-one lockdown efforts like O'Shea Mullen's even if numbers underrate them.