‘Not sure yet’: Big call looms for Swans
A veteran who missed a premiership at Collingwood last season could get a finals reprieve for the Sydney Swans this Friday.
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‘He’s an entertainer’: Grundy weighs in on Ginnivan sledge
Finally, Brodie Grundy is in reach of a flag. The Swan speaks to LACHLAN McKIRDY about Jack Ginnivan’s controversial social media post — and his crazy ride to a preliminary final at Sydney.
The ‘rare injury’ which had Papley fearing for premiership dream
Tom Papley has revealed how he kept his pre-qualifying final car crash from coach John Longmire and opened up on the mid-season injury which had him fearing the worst.
Experience or energy: How do the Swans replace Mills?
Callum Mills’ hamstring injury leaves the Swans with both a leadership and defensive hole for the preliminary final. Which Swans could put their hands up for a preliminary final return?
‘Too hard’: Brutal skipper blow rocks Swans
Sydney captain Callum Mills’ place in the Swans’ premiership charge is in serious doubt after a disastrous blow at training.
Hamstring injury rules Swans gun out of home prelim
A hamstring injury has ruled out one of Sydney’s most important players for their cutthroat preliminary final against either Port Adelaide or the Hawks in a weeks time.
‘Best tagger in the league’: Swans tormentor making Demons pay
James Jordon has gone from a Melbourne fringe dweller to one of the most important players in Sydney’s premiership quest. And as LACHLAN MCKIRDY reports, his role is earning high praise from teammates.
Giants whacked after footy boss’ Papley bump
Giants footy boss Jason McCartney has learned his fate from the AFL after his collision with Swan Tom Papley at the SCG.
McCartney slapped with mammoth fine after ‘unacceptable’ clash
The AFL has slapped GWS’ Jason McCartney with a mammoth fine after an ‘unacceptable’ confrontation with Tom Papley in the Swans’ heated win over the Giants.
‘Immature’ Hawk slammed over social post
Jack Ginnivan has swiftly found himself back in the spotlight, accused of disrespecting Port Adelaide and crossing the line.
‘Obsession’ driving veteran Swans coach
A senior Swan has given insight into how his longtime coach has been able to consistently push his side to contend for premierships.
‘Saved his life’: Star’s act blows world away
The mum of Swans gun Isaac Heeney has sent a message to a rival star with his classy act of quick-thinking getting attention overseas.
‘For grandad’: Swans gun’s family heartache ahead of electric cameo
Braeden Campbell would talk on the phone to his grandfather Jim before every AFL game. He didn’t get that call this week, but the Swans gun did hid his grandad proud in the qualifying final.
Hold the beers: How Swans spoiled GWS party plans
As GWS surged toward a home preliminary final, the call was made to SCG catering to have the beers on ice. LACHLAN MCKIRDY unpacks what happened next after Sydney’s stirring come-from-behind win.
‘Robbed’: Farcical AFL rule torn to shreds
Swans superstar Isaac Heeney has sent the footy world into meltdown after taking one of the great marks to put the AFL to shame.
Heeney proves the true giant as Swans soar to famous finals win
There’s Giants. Then there’s Isaac Heeney. The Sydney superstar went from match-saver to matchwinner in an epic qualifying final victory which underlined Heeney’s superstar status.
Breaking hearts with a broken nose: Inside Heeney heroics
When Sydney needed saving, it turned to Isaac Heeney. Then when it needed a matchwinner, Heeney soared again. LACHLAN MCKIRDY breaks down his qualifying final heroics.
Swans stun Giants in all-time AFL classic
The Sydney Swans have roared home to steal an extraordinary victory over fierce rivals GWS and storm into a preliminary final.
Player ratings: The other Swans who helped steal epic final
Isaac Heeney was the star at the SCG on Saturday and he had plenty of help as the Swans came storming home in an all-time classic. But it wasn’t all pretty. Every player rated.
‘Should be suspended’: GWS boss in strife
Renowned agitator Tom Papley and the GWS footy manager clashed at the SCG in an unusual moment the AFL will review.
Parker focused on finals for now despite ‘flattering’ Clarko interest
Luke Parker’s future might still be up in the air but September is his favourite month of the year and he only has one thing on his mind as he prepares to put his tough season behind him.
Robbo: Midfield concerns? Cats still have trump card to play
The Cats midfield looks like being exposed by Port Adelaide — but they still have an important card to play, writes Mark Robinson. Robbo previews who whill shape the finals series.
Accept the burden: History awaits Swans’ ‘Fab Three’ this finals series
With three All-Australian selections and a dominant minor premiership, is a flag the only thing standing in the way of this current midfield being the Sydney Swans’ best of the modern era?
‘Ramp it right up’: Swans’ key finals boost
Four big ins at the Sydney Swans for their local derby final with GWS means big decisions for coach John Longmire about who misses out.
Shattered Swan out of Brownlow race for good
Sydney has failed at the AFL Appeals Board, with the one-game ban handed to star Isaac Heeney on Tuesday night standing. Here’s how the hearing played out.
‘Not up to standard’: Sydney’s fatal pressure flaw revealed
A sense of complacency has crept into the Swans’ pressure game. John Longmire has read the riot act to his team and is hopeful they’ll bounce back this Saturday against North Melbourne.
Revealed: Swans objected to rule change that condemned Heeney
In another twist to the continuing saga surrounding Isaac Heeney’s Brownlow chances, the Swans made a submission objecting to the rule change that looks to have sealed the star’s fate.
Heeney hope: Swans to appeal Brownlow-busting verdict
After hours of discussion, the Swans have confirmed that they will appeal the one-match ban handed down to Isaac Heeney at the Tribunal. LACHLAN McKIRDY has the details.
Swans star, Rankine learn tribunal fates
Superstar duo Isaac Heeney and Izak Rankine have learned their fates after both took their cases to the AFL Tribunal.
Straight back in: Mills to return against Roos
If you thought the Swans’ midfield was formidable already, look away — Callum Mills is set to come straight back in for Sydney against North Melbourne.
Storm inspiration helps Saints stun Swans
Ross Lyon has revealed the cross-code inspiration helping drive the Saints following their win over the ladder-leaders on Sunday, while the Swans have wrapped their arms around Logan McDonald.
Brownlow in danger? Heeney in strife, Rankine set for ban
Isaac Heeney’s Brownlow hopes are at the whims of the match review panel after a blow to Saint Jimmy Webster left the defender with a blood nose, while Izak Rankine is also in the firing line. HAVE YOUR SAY.
‘Desperate act’ has to be seen to be believed
A St Kilda defender has become an instant cult hero after disappearing midgame and inspiring an upset win over the Sydney Swans.
Another key Swan off the table as Logan McDonald re-signs
The Swans have pulled off an unlikely royal flush after key forward Logan McDonald became the fifth young star to re-sign this year on a four year deal.
AFL clubs, star throw support behind ‘State of Origin’ charity
A charity event between local footy sides from Victoria and Sydney is going to be bigger than ever, with three AFL clubs and GWS captain Toby Greene getting involved.
Docker shocker timely wake-up call in Swans’ flag tilt
Sydney is confident its shock home loss to Fremantle can serve as a wake-up call after a sluggish first half came back to haunt the AFL’s ladder leader and allowed the Dockers to clinch a huge upset.
McDonald shank, Draper brilliance earn Dockers win for the ages
Josh Draper stood tall in the absence of skipper Alex Pearce, helping lift Fremantle to a last-gasp win victory over Sydney as West Australian Logan McDonald — who has been linked with the Dockers — missed a late chance to snatch the game.
‘Tripped him’: Villain’s errors cost Swans
Sydney’s long winning streak is over, with a maligned Swan committing two costly errors in a shock one-point loss to Fremantle.
Melican’s decade of injury pain turns to premiership dream
Lewis Melican is finally living up to his potential after a career riddled with injuries. He reflects on 10 years at the Swans and how Sydney kept his love for the game alive during the dark periods during the past decade.
AFL move to pave way for Pies’ mega bid for rising Swan
The AFL is set to usher in a huge change which will give Collingwood’s pursuit of one of the league’s best young forwards a huge boost.
How Sydney’s AFL love affair has boosted Swans’ flag bid
Record crowds. Record membership. And a home record which is the envy of the AFL. LACHLAN MCKIRDY lifts the lid on how the AFL’s growth in New South Wales has propelled Sydney to flag favouritism.
‘No one will beat us’: Swan’s warning to the AFL
After the best performance of his career, James Rowbottom believes there’s even more improvement to come from the ladder-leading Swans.
Swans’ stranglehold on 2024 cup becomes tighter after Derby win
The Sydney Swans have sent another ominous warning to the rest of the competition after a comprehensive victory over the Giants. LACHLAN MCKIRDY has the analysis.
Key Giant’s ‘strange’ Swans past in Sydney rivalry
In Saturday’s Derby, Jack Buckley will be masterminding Sydney’s downfall – but, strangely, he was once on the other side. Plus, Taylor Adams on Brodie Grundy and the AFL’s New South Wales ambush.
Teams: Draper back – but Dons make surprise call
Ruckman Sam Draper will play his first game since ANZAC Day, but the selection squeeze is well and truly on at Essendon. Plus, there’s good news for SuperCoaches. See the full round 15 teams.
$1.6m-a-year plot to poach Swans superstar
An 18-month plan has been floated for Fremantle to land a Swans superstar on the most lucrative salary the AFL has ever seen.
‘Would be really folly’: Swans boss comes out swinging at AFL
As the Swans celebrate two of the most significant milestones in the club’s history, their CEO Tom Harley has had his say on talks there might be changes to the process of matching bids on Academy players.
Swans’ weakness? The stat Sydney is last at in the competition
The Sydney Swans have bested every challenge in front of them in 2024. But with September looming large, there is a key area where they actually rank worst in the AFL.
Coach wants ‘runway’ for big AFL rule change
The coach of one of the clubs most impacted by pending AFL rule changes has asked the league to quickly clarify its plans.
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