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Tasmanian Takeover is the ultimate independent home for fans of Tasmania’s premier sporting teams, delivering unfiltered, high-energy coverage made by fans, for fans. If you are looking for the latest news, match previews, and deep-dive reactions on the Tasmania Football Club or The Tasmania JackJumpers Basketball Club, you are in the right place. 🏀 The Ants Nest: Your go-to podcast for all things Tasmania JackJumpers and NBL action. 🏉 Devils Den: Your definitive fan pod for all things Tasmania Devils VFL and AFL list builds.

  1. 5d ago

    How many of these young guns will make it? | DEVILS DEN

    😈 Meet the Devils’ First AFL Talent | DEVILS DEN The Tasmania Devils have officially started building towards 2028, and we’ve finally got some AFL-listed talent to get excited about.In this episode of The Devil’s Den, JD and Fred go through the first wave of young players joining the Devils program — who they are, how they play, what stands out, and which ones have us dangerously close to taking the lid completely off. From a 202cm ruck-forward prospect to explosive small forwards, competitive midfielders, powerful key forwards and Tasmania’s own Hugh McCallum, there’s plenty for Devils fans to get excited about. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 The Devils Have AFL-Listed Talent 2:02 Axel Walsh7:06 Angus Brown 10:38 Riley Stratford 14:46 Baxter “Thunder” Sruk 18:20 Griffin Barker 20:55 Nate Jenkins 24:25 Jake Miller 28:59 Hugh McCallum 34:47 Hugh Dixon, Angelica Clark & Chris Fagan 36:53 Outro & What’s Next A massive thank you to cellers.com.au for supporting the show.Use code CELLAR100 for $100 off a case, and please remember to drink responsibly. We’re on the road to 300 subscribers, so if you enjoy the show, hit Like, leave us a comment and subscribe so you don’t miss the next Devils Den episode. 👇 Which of these young Devils are you most excited to watch develop? For Fans, By Fans. 😈 THE MAP IS BACK!

  2. 5d ago

    "These guys were playing bush footy" | David "Flash" Lithgow and Lily Thompson | DEVILS DEN

    The Tasmania Devils' inaugural VFL campaign comes to an end following back-to-back finals losses to AFL-aligned powerhouses Geelong and Essendon. Hosts JD and Fred wrap up the regular season alongside special guests David "Flash" Lithgow (SEN Radio/Harrison Agents) and Channel Seven boundary reporter Lily Thompson. They break down the lessons learned from the finals, evaluate the state-wide impact of the club, discuss the progress of the Devils VFLW side, and debate who deserves the coveted "Golden Tickets" leading into 2027 and beyond. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Season Wrap-Up 01:10 – Special Guests: Flash Lithgow & Lily Thompson 02:00 – Lily's Media Journey & Covering the Devils 05:28 – Flash's Season Assessment & Grading the Devils 11:15 – Expectations vs. Reality: Making the Top Four 15:50 – Local Footy Impact & State Unification 20:25 – Devils VFLW Program & Emerging Pathways 23:45 – Key Lessons from Finals Losses to AFL-Aligned Clubs 30:45 – Highlight Moments of the Inaugural Season 35:40 – Media Access, Club Culture, & Fan Engagement 43:10 – The Golden Ticket Debate: Top Candidates for 2027 53:20 – Outro & Looking Ahead

  3. Aug 22

    A look back at the Devils Season | Devils vs Giants Review | DEVILS DEN

    The Tasmania Devils are finals bound after finishing the regular season with a 39-point win over GWS and securing a top-four finish. JD and Fred break down Hugh Dixon’s huge performance after Aiden Begg went down, Jai Menzie’s leadership, impressive debuts from Josh Wolfe and Lucas Wootten and the defensive pressure that helped Tasmania control the game. Then it’s time to look back on an incredible inaugural season: our favourite games, best player, biggest surprises and the moments that turned this group into a team we genuinely love watching. ⏱️ Chapters0:00 GWS Win & A Top-Four Finish2:12 Hugh Dixon Steps Up After Begg Goes Down5:24 Josh Wolfe & Lucas Wootten Impress on Debut7:53 The Devils’ Defensive Pressure Returns9:38 Geelong, Finals & The Home-Final Question12:48 Looking Back on the Inaugural Season19:49 Our Favourite Games of the Year24:11 Best Player of the Season26:12 Biggest Surprises of 202629:50 Our Favourite Moments of the Season Thanks to bets.com.au for supporting the Devil’s Den. Please gamble responsibly.

  4. Aug 12

    Can the Devils go all the way? | Devils vs Werribee | DEVILS DEN

    The Tasmania Devils are playing VFL FINALS in their first season! In their final scheduled home game at North Hobart Oval, the Devils knocked off second-placed Werribee 94–83, ending Werribee’s nine-game winning streak and officially booking Tasmania’s place in the finals. No Fred this week, but there was absolutely no way JD was letting one of the biggest wins of the season go without a Devils Den review. 🏉 In This Episode How the Devils secured finals in their inaugural VFL seasonThe massive third quarter that helped break the game openHow Tasmania won through possession, marking and relentless pressureAiden Begg’s huge battle with Ajang Kuol MunBailey Boag’s brilliant form continuesWhy Branden Leary is attracting AFL attentionGeordie Payne’s impact around the groundWerribee’s Lachie Charlton causing headaches with four goalsThe importance of having nine different Devils goal kickersConcerns around the clearances and Jye MenzieAnd the big question: How far can these Devils go in September? 0:00 The Devils Are Playing Finals!0:55 Final Score & North Hobart Atmosphere2:00 The Stats Behind the Win3:15 Aiden Begg — Best on Ground4:25 Bailey Boag Continues His Brilliant Form5:05 Branden Leary & AFL Interest6:15 Geordie Payne’s Huge Performance7:10 Werribee’s Biggest Threats8:35 Begg vs Kuol Mun — The Ruck Battle9:35 Finals Emotion & How Far Can Tassie Go?11:00 How the Devils Won It11:35 Jye Menzie Injury Concern12:10 Your Player of the Match12:45 GWS Preview & Outro The Devils have now beaten Sydney away and Werribee at home — and JD believes this team can do some serious damage in finals. 👇 We want your verdict:Who was your player of the match? And what was your favourite moment from the win? If you haven’t already, subscribe so you don’t miss our upcoming GWS preview and the Devils’ first ever VFL finals campaign. A massive thanks to bets.com.au for supporting Devils Den. Please remember to gamble responsibly. This is Devils Den — For Fans, By Fans. And always remember, Devils fans... ⏱️ ChaptersTHE MAP IS BACK! 😈

  5. Aug 4

    Our best win ever? | Devils vs Sydney Review | DEVILS DEN

    What a performance! The Devil’s Den is back as JD and Fred break down an unbelievable 30-point victory over the Sydney Swans at Tramway Oval! Driven by a monstrous 9-goal 3rd quarter explosion and a 5-goal haul from Jed Hagen, the Devils have put one foot firmly into the VFL finals. From Robbie Fox’s masterstroke move to half-back, to Harry Brereton’s Karate Kid-style mid-air first goal, the boys unpack all the highlights, key structural shifts, and individual votes from a massive road win. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS:0:00 – Post-Match Relief: Big Win in Sydney! 1:25 – Suburban Footy: Tramway Oval Setup & Crowd Turnout 2:20 – The 9-Goal 3rd Quarter Blitz & Kick-to-Handball Efficiency 4:19 – First Quarter Fixes: Setting the Tone Early 5:55 – The 4th Quarter Fade & Robbie Fox’s Post-Match Words 8:20 – The Ugly: Captain Robbie's Disciplined Hand Slap 9:39 – Moment of the Match: Harry Brereton's Unbelievable 1st Goal! 11:16 – Harry Brereton Takes Flight: Specky Highlights 13:12 – Man of the Match: Robbie Fox Masterstroke at Half-Back 16:32 – Under the Radar: Nathaniel Salzberger’s Breakout Game 20:00 – Votes Breakdown: Hagen, Bogue & Menzie Star 22:47 – Shoutout to the Lady Devils' Winning Streak! SPONSOR:A huge thanks to our main sponsor bets.com.au for supporting The Devil’s Den! Head over for all your latest betting news and advice. Chances are you're about to lose. For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au. LISTEN ON THE GO: Don't forget you can also listen to The Devil's Den on Spotify while you're driving or at work! JOIN THE CONVERSATION:👇 Comment below: What was your favorite moment from the win over Sydney? Was it Harry’s mid-air goal or Fox’s standard-setting performance? 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us keep growing the channel! #TasmaniaDevils #VFL #SwansvDevils #TheDevilsDen #AFL #TheMapIsBack

  6. Jul 28

    "North Hobart feels like I'm at the 'G" 🏟️ | Interview with Aiden Begg | DEVILS DEN

    In this episode of The Devil’s Den, JD and Fred are joined by Tasmania’s mid-season recruit and former Collingwood big man, Aiden Begg! Coming off a monster performance against Williamstown—rackin' up 16 disposals, 15 hit-outs, and 2 goals—Beggie opens up about his sudden shift across Bass Strait, adapting to his new trade life down in Hobart, and what he learned in the pressure-cooker system at the Magpies under guys like Brodie Grundy, Darcy Cameron, and Mason Cox. In this episode: 🧰 The Mid-Season Phone Call: From playing local footy for North Ringwood while doing his plumbing apprenticeship to packing up for Tassie. 🦉 The Collingwood Years: Learning elite standards, dealing with early injury setbacks, and playing alongside AFL giant rucks. 👹 Living the Devil Life: How he's settling into Hobart, his hybrid ruck/midfield role, and that bizarre "deliberate out of bounds" decision at DSV Stadium! 🚀 Finals Push & Future: The ladder crunch, whether Tassie can go all the way in 2026, and his commitment to the Devils long-term. ⚡ Rapid Fire: His toughest AFL ruck opponents, pre-game music bans, and the ultimate tradie chip-sandwich debate! SPONSOR: Massive thanks to our sponsor bets.com.au for supporting The Devil’s Den! Head over for all your latest betting advice and news articles. Chances are you're about to lose. For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au. DON'T FORGET TO: 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe to help us smash past 200 subscribers! 💬 Drop your thoughts on Beggie's form in the comments below! #TasmaniaDevils #VFL #AidenBegg #TheDevilsDen #AFL #TheMapIsBack

  7. Jul 21

    Is the Draw Too Much for the Devils?💪🏻 | Devils vs Seagulls Review | DEVILS DEN

    The Tasmania Devils staged another almighty comeback at Williamstown, but after running out of puff, wayward kicking, and some questionable late umpiring decisions, the boys ultimately fell short in a thriller. JD and Fred break down the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly from the match, from Maddox "Mad Dog" Iverak’s towering specky in the forward pocket, to the set-shot accuracy woes that cost us the game, and Bailey "Frothy" Boag’s absolute monster performance in the midfield. With the Devils currently sitting 8th on the ladder and two massive trips to Sydney on the horizon after the bye, are we in danger of missing finals? ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro & Williamstown Overview 02:00 - The Good: Another Almighty Devils Comeback 03:05 - The Bad: Slow Starts & Late Heartbreak 04:10 - The Umpiring & That Boundary Call 07:05 - The Ugly: Wayward Kicking & Goal Efficiency 10:15 - Moment of the Match: Mad Dog Iverak Flies High! 📸 11:30 - The Ladder & The Tough Road to Finals 12:50 - Debutant Highlights: Dolliver & Brereton 13:45 - Bets.com.au Player of the Week: Bailey "Frothy" Bogue 🍺 17:00 - Under the Radar: Aiden "Knees" Begg 20:55 - 3-2-1 Player Votes & Leaderboard Update 👍 Enjoying the show? Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe! We are only 6 subscribers away from 200—help us hit the milestone before the end of the season! 🎧 On the go? Catch the audio version of The Devil's Den streaming now on Spotify! 📢 Join the Community: Head over to the Tasmania Devils Supporters! Facebook page to check out the full 5-4-3-2-1 Votes Leaderboard and join the matchday chat. Brought to you by Bets.com.au – For all your betting advice and news articles. Please remember to gamble responsibly. Call 1800 858 858 or visit https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free, confidential support. #TheMapIsBack #TasmaniaDevils #VFL #DevilsDen

  8. Jul 21

    Fans React to Ken Hinkley's Announcement | DEVILS DEN

    👹The wilderness years are officially over. The Tasmania Football Club has its inaugural head coach, and the green, gold, and red has landed an absolute giant of the game in Ken Hinkley! In this special emergency edition of The Devil's Den, JD and Freddy break down the massive breaking news. Freddy was live on the ground at the official press conference by the lily pond, rubbing shoulders with the powerhouse Melbourne media and catching the vibe as "Kenny" walked down the hill wearing the Devils kit. Is a 5-year deal the right fit? Can a guy who hasn't won a flag build a culture that can run through brick walls? We dive deep into his credentials—from his time navigating the inaugural Gold Coast Suns setup to pulling Port Adelaide out of the doldrums and into preliminary finals. Plus, we talk about his hilarious press conference jabs at GWS and why his deep roots in community football make him the ultimate savior for Tassie footy. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & TALKING POINTS00:26 - Emergency Stations: Tassie officially has a coach!01:45 - Freddy Live at the Lily Pond: Rubbing shoulders with John Ralph and the media buzz.03:40 - The Million-Dollar Grin: Ken walks down the hill in the official Devils kit.05:03 - The Credentials: Gold Coast mistakes, Port Adelaide doldrums, and proving the doubters wrong.06:51 - The 5-Year Contract: Breaking down the timeline and when he officially starts the work.08:36 - Turning Weaknesses Into Strengths: Ken's brilliant response to GWS and embracing the Southern Outlet.11:26 - Running Through Brick Walls: Building a team of elite character, families, and culture.13:08 - Building the Panel: Who joins the coaching staff?13:42 - Freddy's Wishlist: The Travis Boak angle and high-performance targets.15:42 - JD's Tassie Flavor: Rewarding Jeremy Weberley and bringing home Zane Littlejohn & Justin Platt. 💬 HAVE YOUR SAY, DEVILS FANS!This is a historic moment for our state, and we want to hear from the community.Do you reckon Ken Hinckley is the perfect choice to build our club from scratch? Who do you want to see him appoint as his assistant and development coaches? Drop your thoughts, reactions, and welcome messages to Kenny in the comments below! 👇🎯 SUPPORT THE DENIf you want four-fans, by-fans coverage of the history-making Devils, smash that SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss an episode! Up Next: Keep your eyes on the channel for our full match review of the tough clash against Williamstown! 🦅 Always remember: The Map is Back! 🗺️👹 #TasmaniaDevils #KenHinkley #AFL #TasmaniaFC #TheDevilsDen #TassieFooty #AFLNews #CoachAppointment #TheMapIsBack

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Tasmanian Takeover is the ultimate independent home for fans of Tasmania’s premier sporting teams, delivering unfiltered, high-energy coverage made by fans, for fans. If you are looking for the latest news, match previews, and deep-dive reactions on the Tasmania Football Club or The Tasmania JackJumpers Basketball Club, you are in the right place. 🏀 The Ants Nest: Your go-to podcast for all things Tasmania JackJumpers and NBL action. 🏉 Devils Den: Your definitive fan pod for all things Tasmania Devils VFL and AFL list builds.

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    Tasmanian Takeover
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
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