Geelong has locked in a number of players, with contract extensions agreed with Rhys Stanley, Gary Rohan, Brad Close, Zach Guthrie and Francis Evans. 

Stanley has led the Cats ruck division, playing 105 games, including 13 finals, since crossing from St Kilda. Over his AFL career Stanley has appeared in 163 games, and he has kicked 102 goals.

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    Game Film Round 5 | Stanley's 200th

    Watch back as Geelong take care of business at home for Rhys Stanley's 200th AFL Game

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    Rhys Stanley Post Game | Round 5

    Listen to Rhys Stanley after Geelong were able to win in his 200th game. Presented by Ford

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    Player Messages for Rhys Stanley's 200th Game

    Cats players provide their thoughts on Rhys Stanley ahead of his 200th game for the club.

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    Rhys Stanley and Zach Tuohy Reflect on 200 Games | Interview

    Good mates Rhys and Zach sat down to look back on Rhys' career before his 200th game on Sunday.

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    Rhys Stanley Press Conference | Round 5

    Rhys Stanley spoke to the media ahead of his 200th game in Round 5. Proudly Presented by Ford Australia.

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    Rhys Stanley | 200 Games Highlights

    Watch some of Rhys' best work ahead of his 200th game.

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    Rhys Stanley Press Conference | Opening Round

    Rhys Stanley spoke to the media ahead of Opening Round, and about the Cats' pre season so far. Proudly Presented by Ford Australia.

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    Rhys Stanley Interview | Preseason

    Rhys Stanley speaks to Cats Media during our 2024 preseason. Proudly Presented by Ford Australia.

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    Stanley Post-Game | Round 21

    Rhys Stanley speaks to Cats Media after the Cats 11th straight win, against the Saints in Round 21. Proudy Presented by Ford Australia.

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    Super Stanley steals opening show with mega mark

    Rhys Stanley reels in a monster mark right in front of goal and earns the first of the game

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    Inside The Circle | Round 16

    Rhys Stanley takes us inside the circle after our big win over the Roos! Proudly Presented by Villawood Properties.

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    All The Goals | Round 7, 2022

    Watch all the goals from our Round 7 clash against the Dockers

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    Stanley Finishes Off Silky Stengle's Work

    Tyson Stengle creates havoc for Dockers creating opportunity for Rhys Stanley down forward

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    In The Rooms Post-Game | Round 3

    Rhys Stanley takes us through the rooms post a big game against the Pies

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    Competition For Spots Is Good

    Rhys Stanley is excited for season 2022 with a host of tall players to choose from competition for spots will heat up. Presented by Ford

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    Stanley Press Conference

    Rhys Stanley speaks with the media to chat about pre-season training. Presented by Ford.

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    Player Spotlight: Stanley

    Rhys Stanley had a standout performance in the ruck in our Semi Final win against GWS with 35 hit outs and 19 disposals.

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    Stanley takes you inside the Team Song

    Rhys Stanley takes the GoPro into the Winners' Circle.

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    Stanley & Dahlhaus Post Match

    Hear from the Milestone Men after the Cats big win over the Eagles. Presented by Ford.

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    Stanley Brings Up 150 Games

    Watch some of Rhys Stanley's best moments ahead of his 150th game on Saturday.

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Rohan joined the Cats from Sydney in 2019 and has kicked 79 goals in 59 games with the Cats. He enjoyed a productive 2021 season, kicking 32 goals.

Close impressed in his second season, playing 22 games and kicking 15 goals. After joining the Cats from Glenelg in the rookie draft, Close has played 30 games and kicked 17 goals playing as a small forward.

Evans broke through for his debut early in the 2021 season, before suffering injury in his second game. Evans booted two goals on debut against Brisbane. A lively small forward, Evans came back late in the season at VFL level. 

Guthrie has played 33 games and kicked two goals since debuting in 2017. He played 13 games in 2021, including two finals. 

“We have worked to secure these contracts and are pleased that Rhys, Gary, Brad, Zach and Francis have committed to the club,” Geelong’s general manager of football Simon Lloyd said.

“Frank is an up and coming player and we believe he can play well at AFL level. Zach played his best footy this season, while Rhys, Gary and Brad were mainstays of our team this year. All have a strong desire to continue develop their football and make strong contributions to the Club.”