Cousins to face court: report

Ben Cousins will reportedly face court next month. Source: Richard Ashford-Hatherly / News Limited

FALLEN former West Coast Eagles star Ben Cousins is facing a fresh chapter in his addiction battle after being charged with drug possession.

Seven News reported tonight that Cousins, who has battled drug addiction, was stopped by police in his car near his Bicton home last October.

The Brownlow medallist and premiership player's car was searched and police allegedly found a bag containing traces of what they suspected was a prohibited drug.

The bag was sent for testing and three months later Cousins, 35, was charged with drug possession despite it only involving a tiny amount of an alleged illicit substance, it was reported.

Cousins will reportedly face court in Fremantle next month.

Cousins was fined $800 in June 2012 after he pleaded guilty to possessing methylamphetamine, a small amount of cannabis and a smoking utensil following his arrest at Esperance Airport earlier that year.

His drug battle ended his 12-year career with West Coast after a string of incidents.

The father of two young children was suspended for 12 months by the AFL for bringing the game into disrepute before making a comeback with Richmond. He retired in 2010.

Cousins' drug addiction has seen him experience relapses, admitted to hospital, undergo stints in rehabilitation centres and offer public apologies.

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White relishes return to big time

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A STARRING return to the international arena has not been enough to convince Cameron White he is a walk-up start for the Twenty20 World Cup squad.

Playing in national colours with the first time since October 2012, White produced a man-of-the-match performance against England in Hobart last night to lift Australia to a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series.

The Melbourne Stars skipper clubbed 75 off just 43 balls, cracking four sixes and six boundaries as he shared a 106-run opening stand with Aaron Finch (52) inside 11 overs which set up the home side's daunting 4-213 and eventual 13-run win.

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With World Cup certainties David Warner and Shane Watson rested ahead of the South Africa tour, White relished the chance to open the batting for his country for the first time to stake a claim for inclusion in the final squad.

However despite his brutal display and being regarded as one of the cleanest hitters in the game, White knows he must keep producing if he is take keep his second shot rolling.

"Those guys (Warner and Watson) have got to come back in, I'm not exactly sure I will be in the team once they are back,'' White said when asked if he expected to slide down the order for the return of the dynamic duo.

"Naturally they will come in for the next series overseas.

"All I can do is concentrate on these next couple of games and hopefully put my best foot forward and score a few more runs.

"With the Twenty20 World Cup around the corner, that is a bit of an aim.''

White had been a mainstay in coloured clothing for Australia up until a few years ago, but strong form domestically in the Ryobi Cup, Sheffield Shield and Big Bash forced the selectors hands.

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Bosnar call looms for Sydney FC

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DEFENDER Eddy Bosnar is likely to learn at the weekend whether Sydney FC will sign him and the signs are promising.

Bosnar, who was recently released by Chinese side Guangzhou R&F, has been training with the Sky Blues for over a fortnight.

Tiago Calvano's exit to the US this week further weakens a Sydney defence which had already lost fellow import Pascal Bosschaart in October and it opens up another spot in coach Frank Farina's squad.

Farina admits the timing could be right for Bosnar before the January transfer window closes next week.

"Yes it does open a door but whether or not we decide to welcome him through that door we'll decide most probably on the weekend because that decision needs to be made by Tuesday," said Farina on Thursday.

Defender Eddie Bosnar, right, playing for Suwon Bluewings against Central Coast Mariners during the Asian Champions League last year. The Aussie centre-back may join Sydney FC. Source: AFP

"Eddy's looking in good shape and we are looking a bit thin across the central defence now.

"So there's an opportunity there."

The 33-year-old journeyman hasn't been back in Australia since leaving the old NSL in 2000, having since had stints at clubs including Everton, Sturm Graz, Dinamo Zagreb and Shimizu S-Pulse.

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Bosnar represented Australia at three different age groups but was never picked for the Socceroos.

Farina said it was more matter of money rather than Bosnar proving his skill.

"He doesn't have to do a lot to impress me. He's got a great history," Farina said.

"It's just a decision we've got to make both financially and for the team.

"If it's the right one we'll go about it."

Eddie Bosnar training with Brett Emerton way back in 2000. Source: News Limited

Farina said however, while there are two spots he can fill in this current transfer window, the club will only be offering contracts until the end of this season.

With the majority of the players coming off contract at the end of this campaign, including the likes of Alessandro Del Piero, Ali Abbas, Joel Chianese, Richard Garcia and Terry McFlynn, Farina says he has plans to wait until then to make more permanent signings.

"If we fill those spots it will only be until the end of this year it won't be long term," he said.

"At the end of this current season only eight players remain on contract so there's an opportunity to really rebuild."

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Farina won't be making too many changes this week however, as the Sky Blues face Melbourne Heart on Friday having dismantled their cross-town rivals Melbourne Victory 5-0 last week.

"It's hard to change a winning side," he said.

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Cousins to face court: report

Ben Cousins will reportedly face court next month. Source: Richard Ashford-Hatherly / News Limited

FALLEN former West Coast Eagles star Ben Cousins is facing a fresh chapter in his addiction battle after being charged with drug possession.

Seven News reported tonight that Cousins, who has battled drug addiction, was stopped by police in his car near his Bicton home last October.

The Brownlow medallist and premiership player's car was searched and police allegedly found a bag containing traces of what they suspected was a prohibited drug.

The bag was sent for testing and three months later Cousins, 35, was charged with drug possession despite it only involving a tiny amount of an alleged illicit substance, it was reported.

Cousins will reportedly face court in Fremantle next month.

Cousins was fined $800 in June 2012 after he pleaded guilty to possessing methylamphetamine, a small amount of cannabis and a smoking utensil following his arrest at Esperance Airport earlier that year.

His drug battle ended his 12-year career with West Coast after a string of incidents.

The father of two young children was suspended for 12 months by the AFL for bringing the game into disrepute before making a comeback with Richmond. He retired in 2010.

Cousins' drug addiction has seen him experience relapses, admitted to hospital, undergo stints in rehabilitation centres and offer public apologies.

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White relishes return to big time

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A STARRING return to the international arena has not been enough to convince Cameron White he is a walk-up start for the Twenty20 World Cup squad.

Playing in national colours with the first time since October 2012, White produced a man-of-the-match performance against England in Hobart last night to lift Australia to a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series.

The Melbourne Stars skipper clubbed 75 off just 43 balls, cracking four sixes and six boundaries as he shared a 106-run opening stand with Aaron Finch (52) inside 11 overs which set up the home side's daunting 4-213 and eventual 13-run win.

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With World Cup certainties David Warner and Shane Watson rested ahead of the South Africa tour, White relished the chance to open the batting for his country for the first time to stake a claim for inclusion in the final squad.

However despite his brutal display and being regarded as one of the cleanest hitters in the game, White knows he must keep producing if he is take keep his second shot rolling.

"Those guys (Warner and Watson) have got to come back in, I'm not exactly sure I will be in the team once they are back,'' White said when asked if he expected to slide down the order for the return of the dynamic duo.

"Naturally they will come in for the next series overseas.

"All I can do is concentrate on these next couple of games and hopefully put my best foot forward and score a few more runs.

"With the Twenty20 World Cup around the corner, that is a bit of an aim.''

White had been a mainstay in coloured clothing for Australia up until a few years ago, but strong form domestically in the Ryobi Cup, Sheffield Shield and Big Bash forced the selectors hands.

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Bosnar call looms for Sydney FC

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DEFENDER Eddy Bosnar is likely to learn at the weekend whether Sydney FC will sign him and the signs are promising.

Bosnar, who was recently released by Chinese side Guangzhou R&F, has been training with the Sky Blues for over a fortnight.

Tiago Calvano's exit to the US this week further weakens a Sydney defence which had already lost fellow import Pascal Bosschaart in October and it opens up another spot in coach Frank Farina's squad.

Farina admits the timing could be right for Bosnar before the January transfer window closes next week.

"Yes it does open a door but whether or not we decide to welcome him through that door we'll decide most probably on the weekend because that decision needs to be made by Tuesday," said Farina on Thursday.

Defender Eddie Bosnar, right, playing for Suwon Bluewings against Central Coast Mariners during the Asian Champions League last year. The Aussie centre-back may join Sydney FC. Source: AFP

"Eddy's looking in good shape and we are looking a bit thin across the central defence now.

"So there's an opportunity there."

The 33-year-old journeyman hasn't been back in Australia since leaving the old NSL in 2000, having since had stints at clubs including Everton, Sturm Graz, Dinamo Zagreb and Shimizu S-Pulse.

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Bosnar represented Australia at three different age groups but was never picked for the Socceroos.

Farina said it was more matter of money rather than Bosnar proving his skill.

"He doesn't have to do a lot to impress me. He's got a great history," Farina said.

"It's just a decision we've got to make both financially and for the team.

"If it's the right one we'll go about it."

Eddie Bosnar training with Brett Emerton way back in 2000. Source: News Limited

Farina said however, while there are two spots he can fill in this current transfer window, the club will only be offering contracts until the end of this season.

With the majority of the players coming off contract at the end of this campaign, including the likes of Alessandro Del Piero, Ali Abbas, Joel Chianese, Richard Garcia and Terry McFlynn, Farina says he has plans to wait until then to make more permanent signings.

"If we fill those spots it will only be until the end of this year it won't be long term," he said.

"At the end of this current season only eight players remain on contract so there's an opportunity to really rebuild."

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Farina won't be making too many changes this week however, as the Sky Blues face Melbourne Heart on Friday having dismantled their cross-town rivals Melbourne Victory 5-0 last week.

"It's hard to change a winning side," he said.

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Cousins to face court: report

Ben Cousins will reportedly face court next month. Source: Richard Ashford-Hatherly / News Limited

FALLEN former West Coast Eagles star Ben Cousins is facing a fresh chapter in his addiction battle after being charged with drug possession.

Seven News reported tonight that Cousins, who has battled drug addiction, was stopped by police in his car near his Bicton home last October.

The Brownlow medallist and premiership player's car was searched and police allegedly found a bag containing traces of what they suspected was a prohibited drug.

The bag was sent for testing and three months later Cousins, 35, was charged with drug possession despite it only involving a tiny amount of an alleged illicit substance, it was reported.

Cousins will reportedly face court in Fremantle next month.

Cousins was fined $800 in June 2012 after he pleaded guilty to possessing methylamphetamine, a small amount of cannabis and a smoking utensil following his arrest at Esperance Airport earlier that year.

His drug battle ended his 12-year career with West Coast after a string of incidents.

The father of two young children was suspended for 12 months by the AFL for bringing the game into disrepute before making a comeback with Richmond. He retired in 2010.

Cousins' drug addiction has seen him experience relapses, admitted to hospital, undergo stints in rehabilitation centres and offer public apologies.

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White relishes return to big time

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A STARRING return to the international arena has not been enough to convince Cameron White he is a walk-up start for the Twenty20 World Cup squad.

Playing in national colours with the first time since October 2012, White produced a man-of-the-match performance against England in Hobart last night to lift Australia to a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series.

The Melbourne Stars skipper clubbed 75 off just 43 balls, cracking four sixes and six boundaries as he shared a 106-run opening stand with Aaron Finch (52) inside 11 overs which set up the home side's daunting 4-213 and eventual 13-run win.

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With World Cup certainties David Warner and Shane Watson rested ahead of the South Africa tour, White relished the chance to open the batting for his country for the first time to stake a claim for inclusion in the final squad.

However despite his brutal display and being regarded as one of the cleanest hitters in the game, White knows he must keep producing if he is take keep his second shot rolling.

"Those guys (Warner and Watson) have got to come back in, I'm not exactly sure I will be in the team once they are back,'' White said when asked if he expected to slide down the order for the return of the dynamic duo.

"Naturally they will come in for the next series overseas.

"All I can do is concentrate on these next couple of games and hopefully put my best foot forward and score a few more runs.

"With the Twenty20 World Cup around the corner, that is a bit of an aim.''

White had been a mainstay in coloured clothing for Australia up until a few years ago, but strong form domestically in the Ryobi Cup, Sheffield Shield and Big Bash forced the selectors hands.

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Bosnar call looms for Sydney FC

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DEFENDER Eddy Bosnar is likely to learn at the weekend whether Sydney FC will sign him and the signs are promising.

Bosnar, who was recently released by Chinese side Guangzhou R&F, has been training with the Sky Blues for over a fortnight.

Tiago Calvano's exit to the US this week further weakens a Sydney defence which had already lost fellow import Pascal Bosschaart in October and it opens up another spot in coach Frank Farina's squad.

Farina admits the timing could be right for Bosnar before the January transfer window closes next week.

"Yes it does open a door but whether or not we decide to welcome him through that door we'll decide most probably on the weekend because that decision needs to be made by Tuesday," said Farina on Thursday.

Defender Eddie Bosnar, right, playing for Suwon Bluewings against Central Coast Mariners during the Asian Champions League last year. The Aussie centre-back may join Sydney FC. Source: AFP

"Eddy's looking in good shape and we are looking a bit thin across the central defence now.

"So there's an opportunity there."

The 33-year-old journeyman hasn't been back in Australia since leaving the old NSL in 2000, having since had stints at clubs including Everton, Sturm Graz, Dinamo Zagreb and Shimizu S-Pulse.

Hello, you either have JavaScript turned off or an old version of Adobe's Flash Player.

Bosnar represented Australia at three different age groups but was never picked for the Socceroos.

Farina said it was more matter of money rather than Bosnar proving his skill.

"He doesn't have to do a lot to impress me. He's got a great history," Farina said.

"It's just a decision we've got to make both financially and for the team.

"If it's the right one we'll go about it."

Eddie Bosnar training with Brett Emerton way back in 2000. Source: News Limited

Farina said however, while there are two spots he can fill in this current transfer window, the club will only be offering contracts until the end of this season.

With the majority of the players coming off contract at the end of this campaign, including the likes of Alessandro Del Piero, Ali Abbas, Joel Chianese, Richard Garcia and Terry McFlynn, Farina says he has plans to wait until then to make more permanent signings.

"If we fill those spots it will only be until the end of this year it won't be long term," he said.

"At the end of this current season only eight players remain on contract so there's an opportunity to really rebuild."

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Farina won't be making too many changes this week however, as the Sky Blues face Melbourne Heart on Friday having dismantled their cross-town rivals Melbourne Victory 5-0 last week.

"It's hard to change a winning side," he said.

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SuperCoach: No more Mr Nice Guy

Shane Crawford reveals his bargain picks for SuperCoach 2014

I HAVE a message for all those kids who constantly remind me that I'm an easybeat at Nissan SuperCoach.

To those little old ladies who stop me in the supermarket aisle and want to see who my captain is that week.

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And to my friends and work colleagues who get so much satisfaction out of defeating me throughout the season - guess what? That's all about to change. That's right, in 2014 my philosophy is simple: No more Mr Nice Guy!

I'm so excited to have footy back in the paper and even more excited that my new SuperCoach squad, which I've spent my summer holidays fine-tuning to pure perfection, is ready to be unleashed on an unsuspecting public.

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Nothing but premiership glory for me this year!

I'm sick and tired of my emotions being defined by the result of my SuperCoach team.

Every weekend of the season I go in full of hope only to show my face on Monday to cop the barbs about an out of form line-up.

I will not stand for it any more.

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My preparation will be faultless, just like the AFL players who are training like their life depends on it (it will if they are in my team and not performing)!

While they sweat it out on the training track and in the gym, I'm working just as hard dissecting every story about a player "training the house down" over pre-season, injury reports, stats, the fixture and making a few calls to people in the know.

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I'm not going to give away the results but here are some questions you should be asking too:

WILL Gary Ablett still be the No. 1 SuperCoach player by the end of the season or will Scott Pendlebury, Nat Fyfe, Patrick Dangerfield, Trent Cotchin or Ryan Griffen challenge for the prestigious title?

WHICH injured player is a MUST for our sides? Is it Dale Thomas or Hamish Macintosh? You will get them at a good price, but are they be reliable?

WHO will be the next Chad Wingard? Last year Wingard exploded as Port Adelaide started the season on fire with plenty of great SuperCoaches scorers - who can do that this year?

WILL the Demons under Paul Roos go from SuperCoach duds to SuperCoach studs?

WHAT do we do with ageing stars like Adam Goodes, Mathew Pavlich and Chris Judd? Do they still have currency? Hint: Never write off a champion.

IS THIS the year of the Tiger? Teams that win lots of games score lots of SuperCoach points. Getting on board a rising team early could be the key to success.

ST KILDAhas a new coach and a rebuilding mentality. Does that mean they will give plenty of game time to youngsters and, if so, which ones?

AND what about Buddy? Will he fit into the Sydney's style of play? Will the SCG (smaller ground) mean more goals which means more points? I am confident he will win the Coleman Medal this year.

SERIOUS SUPERCOACH: IS THIS THE YEAR TO LEAVE OUT ABLETT?

SERIOUS SUPERCOACH: IS JACK MARTIN WORTH THE CASH?

I will let you in on one piece of inside knowledge.

My old teammate Campbell Brown tells me Jack Martin is the best talent he's ever seen, which is a huge call considering he's played with champions like Luke Hodge, Lance Franklin and Cyril Rioli - and not forgetting Gary Ablett - so surely Jack is an automatic lock in everyone's team (no pressure).

Watch all the NAB Challenge games, follow SuperFooty for all the latest news on who's hot and who's not. Jump onto Twitter and Facebook for the latest tips from the experts.

Make sure you keep an eye on the Herald Sun's very own Jay Clarke and Mark Robinson who I can reveal have also had outstanding pre-seasons.

I'm ready to take on the world in SuperCoach so get your team registered and take me on. Next time you see me in the supermarket I'll be the one doing the bragging.

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That's why SuperCoach is Australia's No. 1 fantasy game by a clear margin year after year, and the game of choice for serious footy fans.

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