Sam Docherty has explained why he thinks James Hird needs to be Essendon's next head coach.

Sam Docherty has explained why he thinks James Hird needs to be Essendon's next head coach.

Sports Today is a must for fans of any game.

Each weekday, leading sports broadcaster Jimmy Bartel will be joined by some of the biggest names to have taken to the sporting field, and we’ll be checking in with all your favourite teams.

It’s the show sports fans can’t miss, with the opinions you want to hear and all the breaking news as it comes to hand.

Sports Today is a must for fans of any game.
Each weekday, leading sports broadcaster Jimmy Bartel will be joined by some of the biggest names to have taken to the sporting field, and we&rsquo;ll be checking in with all your favourite teams.
It&rsquo;s the show sports fans can&rsquo;t miss, with the opinions you want to hear and all the breaking news as it comes to hand.

Sports Today 3AW - Highlights

3AW Sports Today

News and views from Melbourne's most connected and entertaining commentary team. Head to the 3AW website to listen live!

3AW is Football

All the latest from the AFL, with exclusive interviews, insight and news about your team. Don't forget to listen live here http://www.3aw.com.au/ (http://www.3aw.com.au/)

3AW Football - Highlights

3AW On-Demand

Why Sam Docherty thinks James Hird needs to be Essendon's next coach

The legendary Essendon coach spoke passionately about Hird's desire to return to the club as head coach.

The legendary Essendon coach spoke passionately about Hird's desire to return to the club as head coach.

'Killer instinct': Kevin Sheedy's fresh comments on James Hird

Listen back to the full show.

3AW Sports Today with Matt Granland & Kevin Bartlett - 7 July, 2026 - Full Show

The Richmond great has spoken on Essendon's form, as well as the head coaching search.

The Richmond great has spoken on Essendon's form, as well as the head coaching search.

Why Sam Docherty thinks James Hird needs to be Essendon's next coach

In 3 playlist(s)

3AW Sports Today

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips