The Longmire legacy: Deep Grand Final pain which defines ‘Horse’
Grand Final pain punctuated John Longmire’s long career in the VFL/AFL. GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH recap his time as a Roo and Swans coach.
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‘Now or never’: 24yo recruit can be Swans’ new Lizard
Riley Bice had played everywhere, from Murray Bushrangers’ under-18 side to the Tiwi Bombers. But it was a surprise shift to defence at Werribee that caught the eye of AFL recruiters.
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.
Rampe 2.0? Latest Swans academy star who will leave rivals envious
He took out the Draft Combine time trial and models his game off Hawthorn’s Josh Weddle. Could former athletics star Joel Cochran be the next Sydney Academy product to make a splash in the AFL?
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Download your 2024 AFL Grand Final sweep
The AFL Grand Final is almost here with Sydney and Brisbane Lions vying for premiership glory. DOWNLOAD your sweep here and get in on the Norm Smith Medal and first goalkicker action.
The Lions and Swans stars out to redeem grand final stinkers
The losers of the previous two grand finals meet on Saturday afternoon, with a number of players eager to atone for poor performances on the big stage. See who needs a lift here.
Home-grown Swans: NSW talent powering Sydney’s flag pursuit
No longer are the Swans made up of Victorian imports. A full third of the Sydney side – plus coach John Longmire – were born, bred and built north of the Barassi Line. Those who know them best reflect on their journey.
GF Track Watch: Key Swan ‘won’t be at 100 per cent’, Lions’ flex
While the Swans ruled out Callum Mills due to his hamstring injury, a key tall was on light duties today and will go into the grand final not quite at full fitness. Plus Brisbane’s flex at the ‘G.
Pridham: How Swans keep breaking new ground 30 years in
Swans president Andrew Pridham says there are a few key reasons behind the Swans’ sustained success in Sydney, and tells JON RALPH the club is reaping the rewards.
Swan’s tears for heartbroken teammate
Dane Rampe has detailed how distraught he was after Swans skipper Callum Mills’ Grand Final dream was officially crushed.
‘No disrespect’: Coach’s cheeky Perry gag
Swans coach John Longmire has made a rare move when asked about pop star Kary Perry and the AFL Grand Final.
Health battles denying club greats chance to witness history
Bob Skilton and Kevin Murray are not only champions of Fitzroy and South Melbourne, but also Sydney and Brisbane Lions. JON RALPH and GLENN MCFARLANE reflect on their impact on this year’s Grand finalists.
GF teams: Mind games? Lions pull surprise sub move on Swans
The likely teams for this Saturday’s grand final have been known for days, but that hasn’t stopped Chris Fagan from pulling one surprise ahead of the biggest game of the season. FULL TEAMS.
Swans coach on meeting that ruled out Mills
A Sydney assistant coach has lifted the curtain on the discussions which ended the Grand Final dream of captain Callum Mills.
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