Every fan's question leading into the new season is 'What should I expect of my club in 2025?'

For some, it will be, and rightfully so, staking their claim as genuine contenders for the premiership.

For others, it will likely be to avoid the wooden spoon.

Irrespective of yesteryear's highs and lows, with the new year comes a new outlook that all 18 clubs can push for the ultimate glory, and 2025 is no different.

Thus, we examine where each side sits in terms of their respective 'premiership window' on various levels: wide open, opening, closing, and locked shut.

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Gold Coast

Locked shut

The Suns' premiership window will remain shut until they can prove they are worthy of playing football in September.

It has been widely documented but it must be made note of: Gold Coast haven't made the finals since their introduction to the competition in 2011.

Damien Hardwick was brought in ahead of the 2024 season to make a dramatic change, which at times looked to be apparent.

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 16: Damien Hardwick, Senior Coach of the Suns looks on during the round one AFL match between Gold Coast Suns and Adelaide Crows at People First Stadium, on March 16, 2024, in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

But needless to say, as has been the consistent narrative throughout the past decade, the Suns faltered when it mattered most.

With the amount of talent on their list, it should be expected that they are contending now and for the next 10 years.

This is why the former Richmond premiership coach accepted the role; to do the unthinkable and take Gold Coast to the finals and beyond.

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