Our Journalists

Simeon Thomas-Wilson is an AFL reporter based in Adelaide for News Corp’s National Sports Newsroom and CODE Sports. Prior to that he reported on sport, crime, politics and urban affairs for The Advertiser in Adelaide and The Mercury in Hobart. In 2021 he won the Clinton Grybas award for the best emerging talent in football media.

@Simeon_TW

Simeon Thomas-Wilson

Latest

AFL News

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 02: Izak Rankine of the Crows celebrates a goal with Riley Thilthorpe of the Crows during the 2024 AFL Community Series match between Adelaide Crows and West Coast Eagles at Hisense Stadium on March 02, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Crows confirm Thilthorpe will miss start of season

Riley Thilthorpe will be on the sidelines for the start of the AFL season after scans revealed damage to his left knee.

AFL

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 01: Zak Butters of the Power during the 2024 AFL Community Series match between Port Adelaide Power and Fremantle Dockers at Alberton Oval on March 01, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

‘Simple as that’: Hinkley provides update on Butters scare

Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has given Power fans reason for optimism after star midfielder Zak Butters sent a scare through the club when he suffered an ankle injury against Fremantle.

Port Adelaide

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 01: Zak Butters of the Power leave the ground after hurting his ankle during the 2024 AFL Community Series match between Port Adelaide Power and Fremantle Dockers at Alberton Oval on March 01, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Power dodges injury bullet as Freo put to the sword

The Power were given an almighty shock on Friday night as newly-appointed vice-captain Zak Butters went down with an ankle injury, but they appear to have dodged a scare while putting Fremantle to the sword.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 25: Izak Rankine of the Crows looks dejected after a loss during the 2023 AFL Round 15 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Adelaide Crows at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 25, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Crows’ secret weapon behind finals push, winning thrillers

The Crows’ inability to win the close ones in 2023 arguably cost them a finals place last season, but in 2024, that’s all set to change thanks to a secret new weapon.

AFL

ADELAIDE - APRIL 13: Rory Laird of the Crows celebrates a goal during the 2023 AFL Round 05 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Carlton Blues at Adelaide Oval on April 13, 2023 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Key pillar’ of modern game could end star Crow’s midfield reign

The younger brigade will be featured heavily in the Crows’ midfield in 2024, so what does that mean for the veterans, and in particular their most consistent midfield star?

AFL

27,February, 2024: Matt Crouch with finance Ellie Symons and daughter Ava. Matt Crouch to become Crows life member at Adelaide season launch. Picture: Kelly Barnes

Adelaide for life: Crouch’s Crows comeback complete

For much of 2023 it was assumed Matt Crouch would not be at Adelaide in 2024. First, he broke back into the side then won a new contract, now he finds his place in Crows history.

UPDATEDPort Adelaide

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 23: Sam Powell-Pepper of the Power bumps Jordan Dawson of the Crows during an AFL practice match between Port Adelaide Power and Adelaide Crows at Alberton Oval on February 23, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

‘Rattled’ Powell-Pepper set for extended ban after vicious bump

Port Adelaide skipper Connor Rozee has revealed Sam Powell-Pepper was “rattled” after his head-high hit on Adelaide’s Mark Keane as the forward received his verdict from the AFL.

Crows

Dawson: How new role can take Fogarty to next level

Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson is excited about the new faces in the Crows leadership group, with one potential star ready to thrive. Read his exclusive Q&A.

AFL

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 05: Jase Burgoyne of the Power marks the ball during the round 21 AFL match between Geelong Cats and Port Adelaide Power at GMHBA Stadium, on August 05, 2023, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Port’s biggest positional question close to being answered

First it was Tom Clurey. Then Mitch Georgiades. Now, the wing musical chairs at Alberton might finally have been decided. SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON reveals the likely combination.

AFL

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 23: Mark Keane of the Crows tackled by Sam Powell-Pepper of the Power during an AFL practice match between Port Adelaide Power and Adelaide Crows at Alberton Oval on February 23, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

How Power hard nut can still play if suspended as MRO date set

Sam Powell-Pepper’s ugly hit on Crow Mark Keane will come under scrutiny by the Match Review Officer, but the Power hard nut may still play in his side’s second pre-season hit-out next week even if hit with a ban.

Original URL: https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/journalists/simeon-thomas-wilson/page/31