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Gold Coast prepares for elimination final against Hawthorn amid resurgence

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 2:46 AM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Gold Coast prepares for elimination final against Hawthorn amid resurgence
Summary

Gold Coast will face Hawthorn in an elimination final at People First Stadium on November 5, 2026. Coach Rhyce Shaw reflected on the team's significant growth since finishing last in 2025, emphasizing lessons in resilience and enjoying the game. The Suns aim to build on a successful season, having climbed from 18th to 5th place. Gold Coast will welcome back players Ava Usher, Daisy D'Arcy, and Dekota Baron, while Clara Fitzpatrick's status remains uncertain. Shaw remains optimistic about the team's potential.

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  • •Gold Coast finished 5th after a last-place finish in 2025.
  • •Shaw learned resilience and enjoyment from last year's experiences.
  • •Three players return from injury for the elimination final.
  • •Clara Fitzpatrick's availability remains uncertain ahead of the match.
  • •The game will take place at People First Stadium.
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Coach Rhyce Shaw said the club learnt a lot from its bottom-of-the-table finish in 2025

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