Every Giant rated: Who can stop GWS’ fierce forward six?
Even after the heartache of 2024, arguably the AFL’s strongest list resides in Sydney’s west, headlined by a scary forward line. JON RALPH and GLENN MCFARLANE rate every Giant.
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‘It suffocates you’: Inside Giants star’s three weeks of finals agony
Sam Taylor has opened up on the torment he felt after GWS’ agonising finals exit last year and why he’s torn up he won’t get a chance for redemption against Joe Daniher. LACHLAN MCKIRDY reports.
Son of a gun stakes round 1 claim in Blues pre-season demolition
Days after losing its prized No. 3 draftee Jagga Smith for the season, another rising star gave Carlton fans reason to smile — and left Michael Voss with a lot to ponder ahead of round 1.
‘Market’s completely changed’: Inside evolution of AFL contracts
It wasn’t long ago AFL clubs were reluctant to commit to players long-term due to the risks involved. Now, deals of six years or more are the norm. LACHLAN MCKIRDY finds out why.
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‘He’s dangerous’: Giants tip big things for Stringer Hogan combo
GWS vice-captain Josh Kelly has tipped the best is yet to come from Jake Stringer as the former Bomber relishes his start to life at the Giants.
‘A class above’: Breakout Giant that can push GWS’ flag chase
GWS have no issue with contending at the pointy end of the year, but haven’t been able to reach their ultimate goal. Which young guns can change that? Lachlan McKirdy previews their season.
‘Honest chats’: Why Giant said no to Bulldogs
Xavier O’Halloran bucked the trend when he decided to spurn rival interest and remain in western Sydney. He tells LACHLAN MCKIRDY why he chose to stay despite an uncertain role.
Stringer exclusive: Giant ambitions and the truth on his Bombers exit
Jake Stringer is loving life as a Giant. But, as the trade deadline neared, it seemed certain his trade would fall through. He tells LACHLAN MCKIRDY about that drama and moving on from Essendon.
‘Don’t come back fat’: Reality check hovers over Giant
Kieren Briggs says the Giants will be out for revenge in 2025 and the big man has some motivation from his own skipper, who threw a lighthearted jab at him at the club B&F.
Track watch: Young gun upstages Bont, father-son Dee excites
A new rookie has upstaged Marcus Bontempelli on the training track, while Demons fans are hoping a stint at Melbourne will help convince Jeff White’s son Kalani to pick them over the Suns.
‘My mates gave me cr*p’: The Giant who choose AFL over league
Josaia Delana has defied the odds — and pressure from his friends — to become an AFL player. Now, he’s hoping to inspire other western Sydney kids to do the same.
‘I love the contest’: Draft bolter built for Orange Tsunami
He’s the son of a rugby player who prides himself on tackling. And, it only took a breakout month to convince GWS Giants it needed Ollie Hannaford to supercharge the Orange Tsunami.
I’m no Papley: Swans new weapon’s midfield vow
One of Sydney’s first-round picks has revealed his desire to break out of the forward mould and emulate Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale in a clear sign of his ambition to succeed as a Swan.
How Giant draft prospect was nearly lost to footy
Logan Smith is considered one of the top two ruck prospects in this week’s draft, but he very nearly gave the game away. He speaks about knuckling down on a quest to play in the AFL.
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