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The Hard Ball Gets AFL Show

The West Australian
AFL
Hawthorn
Essendon
Collingwood
Brisbane
West Coast
Port Adelaide
Brisbane Lions
Melbourne
Gold Coast Suns
North Melbourne
Sydney Swans
Richmond
Tom Papley
Melbourne Football Club
Sam Taylor
Adelaide
Luke Jackson
Geelong
St. Kilda

Your new favourite footy podcast. Hawthorn premiership player Xavier Ellis (robbed of the Norm); 7NEWS sport presenter Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne lead the roster of football dribblers, current schedule:

MONDAY: Two Minute Warning - two minutes on each team.

TUESDAY: Mailbag - answering your questions.

THURSDAY: TABtouch Teams - two minutes on each game & Hard Ball Bets.

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Latest Episodes

Xavier Ellis, Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne read your mail for the first time in 2026.

Get your questions in for next week to: hardballgets@wanews.com.au or send us a DM on Instagram: www.instagram.com/hardballgetsafl/

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Xavier Ellis, Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne check-in for the 2026 season with a vibe check for every AFL club.

Send us a question for next week's mailbag: hardballgets@wanews.com.au

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Xavier Ellis, Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne run through some quick-fire questions to round out season 2025.

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Xavier Ellis, Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne read your mail for the FINAL time in 2025.

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Recent Guests

Lachie Byrne
Channel 7 sports presenter and guest on the show
Channel 7
Episode: QUICK 9: Round 17 preview
Jackson Barrett
Sport presenter on assignment in Adelaide
7NEWS
Episode: QUICK 9: Round 5 preview

Hosts

Xavier Ellis
Former Hawthorn premiership player, revered for his contributions to AFL discussions with a lighthearted touch and personal anecdotes.
Ryan Daniels
7NEWS sport presenter, known for his engaging commentary and in-depth analysis, adding a journalistic perspective to the show.
Nick Rynne
Co-host and lead of discussions on AFL topics, providing a balance of humor and critical insight throughout episodes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 681 ratings
  • Listen to get hard

    Half Ball Gets is a charming chaos of footy-adjacent banter: Xavier spends most episodes reliving past glories and talking like he had a longer, shinier career than the record shows. Nick openly has NFI but compensates with elite vibes, while Rhino rounds it out by being impressively self-indulgent and carrying himself like he’s just a bit too good for the room and wants you to know it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gusjunior
    Australia3 days ago
  • Wonderful Experience

    Came by for dinner on Sunday night and it was a wonderful night. Big highlight was the Mongolian Beef, while the kids loved the fried rice.

    Staff were extremely friendly and the food came out quickly. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MitchGarl2000
    Australia5 months ago
  • If you love footy, banter, vibes and some fruitiness

    If you love footy, banter, vibes and some fruitiness this podcast is the pod for you. Brought to you by Big Pepsi, tent man and vibes check. This gem of a podcast brings laughter, footy based content and of course vibes to my Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays (sometimes Friday, depending on if vibes check wants to turn up 😂) Keep up the good work as always!!!

    From your one tassie listener, Chloe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spider-girl96
    Australia5 months ago
  • Great Pod

    As a mad eagle supporter living in Queensland, this is one of my weekly go to pods. Love the banter and the content.

    Even though it’s a W.A. based podcast, I feel you guys cover every subject really well love the pod and look forward to it every week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ryan_gee
    Australia6 months ago
  • The Best Footy Pod Going Around

    This show will get you more

    hooked than big Nick’s herb habit 🇯🇲🇯🇲

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chookie_
    Australia6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the humorous and relatable banter among hosts, making the content feel like a casual chat about footy rather than a formal analysis.
There is a strong emphasis on community and shared experiences within the footy culture which resonates with fans.
Some listeners feel that while the humor is engaging, the show could occasionally veer too far from in-depth analysis.
Fans love the mix of footy knowledge and lighthearted stories, making it a favorite for casual listening.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#250
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#57
Australia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

MAILBAG: Trade rumours, expired KitKat & the closed-mouth smiler
Q: What gets the Judd McVee deal done?
They believe the deal could be done with up to 15 or 16 draft picks.
TEAMS: Round 14 preview
Q: What is the line for that game?
The line is 19 and a half points favoring Brisbane.
TEAMS: Round 14 preview
Q: How do we feel about both these teams?
Brisbane is expected to perform well, but GWS could surprise everyone if they play to their potential.
MAILBAG: Overrated ruck stats, Freo trade predictions & four conspiracies!
Q: Han you boys rate Tom Hawkins, Josh Kennedy and Jack Revault in order from best to worst?
The three of them rated Tom Hawkins, Jack Revault last, and Josh Kennedy above Hawkins.
MAILBAG: Dockers fans go off, Ryan's cafe spat & AFL media conspiracy
Q: Is it worth coming to WA for the two North games in June?
Yes, it is worth it, along with possible winery visits.

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The podcast focuses on Australian Rules football, delivering a blend of entertaining banter, insightful commentary, and humorous reflections on the sport. It features hosts with rich backgrounds in AFL, providing listeners with analyses of teams, player performances, and ongoing leagues such as trade periods and grand finals. Each episode typically revolves around various themes, including in-depth discussions about team strategies, player trades, and personal stories from the hosts, ensuring a light-hearted yet informative atmosphere that resonates with fans of the sport. Notably, the show's unique approach to integrating humor in its analysis allows it to stand apart from traditional sports commentary, appealing to a diverse audience of f... more

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