How Orange Tsunami can create perfect storm for Dees
The Giants’ success has been built on pressure and in the past five weeks their levels are through the roof. All signs point to it being a danger game for a Melbourne team on the slide.
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Star’s look ‘never seen before in the AFL’
Youngster Sam De Koning turned heads with an unusual look in Geelong’s clash against GWS, sporting an accessory in an AFL first.
Every club, every Indigenous guernsey for 2023
The AFL clubs continue to step it up with their Sir Doug Nicholls Round guernseys. We take a look at all 18 editions for 2023, who designed them and what they mean. Vote for your favourite here.
Magpies star’s act of skulduggery divides AFL
Collingwood resorted to some strange tactics in their win over the Giants at the MCG, but it ended up working in a show of force.
‘Roughing up’ Daicos could happen again
The result of Sydney Swans players getting physical with Nick Daicos was a loss and lots of fines, so it won’t be a coaching directive for GWS.
Dejected star’s face is ‘all too familiar’
Another Marcus Bontempelli masterclass has helped the Western Bulldogs over their GWS rivals but the victory has come at a cost.
AFL legend’s medal snub is peak ‘pettiness’
GWS captain Toby Greene was the hero in the Sydney Derby, but he appeared to be brushed by a Swans legend in an awkward exchange.
AFL stunned by Greene’s ‘amazing’ matchwinner
Toby Greene has done it again, with the GWS Giants captain downing the Sydney Swans with a superb last-gasp matchwinner.
Greene with envy: Toby the hero in Sydney stunner
The Giants pulled off a remarkable heist to steal the ‘Battle of the Bridge’ from the Swans as Toby Greene kicked the winner in an enthralling all-Sydney affair.
‘Oh my goodness’: AFL world in disbelief
An AFL star has left jaws on the floor after producing a minor miracle that had one legend struggling to comprehend what he’d seen.
Lions coach puts forwards on notice
The form of Darcy Fort meant it was a tough choice for Lions coach Chris Fagan to leave him out of Brisbane’s team this weekend.
Lions star to make 100th AFL appearance
Zac Bailey is hoping to rectify his “slow start” to the AFL season in his milestone appearance for the Brisbane Lions this weekend.
AFL star ‘severs’ tongue in horror scenes
A Hawthorn player was subbed out of a game on Sunday and taken to hospital after suffering a truly sickening injury.
Coach goes nuclear as ‘freak’ stuns AFL
An AFL star reminded the league why he’s one of the biggest show stoppers as one coach exploded on his own playing group.
Heppell ‘really important’ to Bombers
Dyson Heppell remains ‘absolutely critical’ for Essendon, according to Bombers coach Brad Scott.
‘Extraordinary’: Fury over ‘disgraceful’ call
Debate has erupted in the wake of Giants star Stephen Coniglio being penalised during a crucial stage of Saturday night’s loss to Carlton.
AFL stragglers avert ‘disastrous’ history
The West Coast Eagles have ended its horror losing streak, pulling off a necessary but certainly not pretty win over the GWS Giants.
No.1 draft pick in selection mix
Injuries hit GWS hard after a round 1 win, and that could fast-track the debut of a draft star.
‘Right’ judgment made on AFL bans
After one of his young stars was on the end of a vicious round 1 act, GWS coach Adam Kingsley has had his say on the brutal bump.
Sickening hit leaves AFL world stunned
An Adelaide Crows star is staring down the barrel of a lengthy ban after delivering a truly hellacious shot on an exposed rival.
Horrific injury brings AFL to a standstill
There were sickening scenes in the Round 1 AFL blockbuster when Collingwood defender Jeremy Howe suffered a horrific injury.
Comedian’s savage takedown of AFL rookie
We can’t say we ever thought UK comedian Jimmy Carr and GWS rookie Jason Gillbee would ever have a reason to communicate. Milk brought them together.
James Hird quietly leaves AFL club
Football legend James Hird is reportedly without a job in football and is looking elsewhere following his quiet departure from GWS.
AFL rookie’s truly staggering milk reveal
GWS Giants draftee Jason Gillbee has revealed one of the more bizarre fitness quirks that has left club dietitians pulling their hair out.
AFL official arrested for buying cocaine
GWS Giants’ head of development Robbie Chancellor has been busted buying cocaine, charged by police on December 10.
‘In the mix’: New coach quiet on No.1 pick
It wasn’t just first day back for players at GWS, with new coach Adam Kingsley also out to impress.
Star Giant unsure if she’ll return
She came to Australia as a Gaelic football star, and now Cora Staunton is one of the best in the AFLW ahead of what could be her final game as a Giant.
Trials, tribulations of dramatic trade period
Big-name moves, a controversial salary dump, tensions between list managers and arguably the biggest trade ever made the 2022 trade period one to remember.
Behind the scenes on how Jaeger bomb landed
Hawthorn traded Jaeger O’Meara to Fremantle in the last deal of the trade period but how did the surprise swap happen?
‘Go-home’ risk determines Giants’ draft strategy
The Giants have put the AFL and this year’s draft in the spotlight, with recruiting manager Adrian Caruso suggesting several top contenders are too risky for them to pick.
Tour guide Dusty welcomes ‘pumped’ new Tiger
Jacob Hopper had never spoken to Dustin Martin before he was traded to Richmond but got up close to the superstar early.
New Giant explains why he left Demons
Toby Bedford was the medical substitute on 10 occasions this past season, so there is one thing he was looking for when he chose his new club.
Giants’ ex-interim coach departs club
Mark McVeigh won’t be part of new coach Adam Kingsley’s team next year after choosing to move on from the Giants but a familiar name will be.
Freo secures big Dee in major trade domino
Luke Jackson is finally a Docker after months of speculation he would leave Melbourne to return to Western Australia.
Port hits roadblock in pursuit of No.1 pick
The proposed megadeal that could have unlocked a series of player moves is in jeopardy after the AFL refused to bend its rules.
Four-club deal could see Giants score pick one
A blockbuster deal is taking shape between four clubs that would see the No.1 draft pick change hands and two players get their trade wishes granted.
Midfielder on move as Giants load up on picks
Tanner Bruhn has followed Bobby Hill and Tim Taranto out of the Giants and will play for premier Geelong next year and beyond.
‘How can you say that?’: AFL drama explodes
A Collingwood star has given a stinging response over a commentator’s claim surrounding a swirling AFL trade period rumour.
Greene, GWS stars in shock trade reports
Toby Greene has reportedly been left “frustrated” as the Giants desperately try to fix their bloated salary cap.
Bumper AFL trade nearly a done deal
The Brisbane Lions are one step closer to securing the services of Western Bulldogs midfielder Josh Dunkley after this trade with GWS.
Tigers complete first piece of trade puzzle
Richmond is eyeing a Giant trade double, and has already secured half of that with Tim Taranto officially a Tiger. Jacob Hopper is next but how does the deal get done?
Giants blown away in eye-watering $5m raid
The Richmond Tigers are reportedly set to get their man in GWS star Tim Taranto as their monster deal leaves the Giants in little doubt.
Giants make first moves in Kingsley era
The changes are already ringing at the Giants, with an AFL great the first to go as new coach Adam Kingsley begins putting together his off-field team.
Giants crown new club champion
In a down year for the Giants, one man stood up to every challenge and delivered a season that won him the Kevin Sheedy Medal for the first time.
Mick McGuane: How ex-Tiger can transform GWS
Adam Kingsley will lead the GWS Giants in the post-Leon Cameron era, and resident expert Mick McGuane has used his crystal ball to figure out what that might look like.
New Giants coach to bring a Tiger flavour
Adam Kingsley is Leon Cameron’s successor at Greater Western Sydney and it’s no surprise he plans to borrow some of the philosophies he saw work at Richmond.
AFL blown away by ‘absolutely jacked’ coach
The AFL’s newest coach retired 16 years ago, but Giants fans probably want him playing next season after seeing these photos.
New ‘King’ at GWS as Cameron successor revealed
The Giants have turned to a long-serving assistant coach with significant premiership experience to be Leon Cameron’s successor.
‘He’s lost the plot’: AFL legend slammed
Kevin Sheedy has reportedly left North Melbourne “furious” after a spicy radio interview about Alastair Clarkson’s future.
Mick McGuane: Why ‘Spike’ isn’t right for Giants
Mark McVeigh hopes to be Greater Western Sydney’s next senior coach but Mick McGuane is cautioning the Giants against that.
‘Reaching my prime’: Star Giant excited for future
Jesse Hogan’s impressive season has been a bright point of an otherwise disappointing season for the Giants, who have rewarded the star forward with a new deal.
Emotional day as heart-and-soul Giant retires
Matt de Boer was one of the Giants’ best bargain recruits in their history but told teammates, coach and staff he had played his final AFL game.
Why star Giants mid won’t call out critics
Giants co-captain Stephen Coniglio is more interested in helping his club climb the ladder than respond to the mass criticism he received in the past two years.
‘Healthy, proactive week’: Giants’ calm after storm
Caretaker coach Mark McVeigh raised eyebrows with his brutal assessment of the Giants’ performance against the Swans but is not shying away from it.
‘Embarrassed’ Giants haven’t checked out
Caretaker GWS coach Marc McVeigh said some players had checked out of 2022 already and star Josh Kelly has responded.
‘We embarrassed our club’: Coach goes off
The GWS Giants’ 73-point loss to the Sydney Swans has started a reckoning at the club after interim coach Mark McVeigh went off.
Emotional debut for Giants’ draft punt
The Giants will unleash a fifth debutant in Saturday’s Sydney derby but this footballer has a background like none of the previous four.
Giants set to lift for Sydney derby
Stephen Coniglio is yet to come to terms with the GWS Giants being among the AFL’s also-rans this season.
‘Doesn’t matter’: GWS coach unmoved by exodus talk
Caretake GWs coach Mark McVeigh had a clear response to the annual attack on his playing list from other clubs.
AFL club’s $4m dilemma sparks ‘player exodus’
The Giants are on the verge of a “player exodus” with four players expected to leave the club in the upcoming trade period.
‘We want players to stay’: Giant on trade talk
Speculation is rife that several Giants could request a trade at season’s end but a GWS defender is urging them to stay.
Mick McGuane: Trades Swans, Giants should make
The Swans are headed towards another finals campaign but the Giants will miss out. But Mick McGuane believes both clubs have list holes to fill.
Giants to welcome back star mid
Greater Western Sydney’s midfield will receive a timely boost for Saturday’s return clash with Brisbane as the Giants head to the nation’s capital.
Giants interim coach enters Roos race
There are now two AFL senior coaching jobs available after David Noble’s departure at North Melbourne, with Mark McVeigh among the interested parties.
Lions captain to avoid ‘reckless’ return
Recent hamstring injuries have left Lions captain Dayne Zorko cautious about returning to action before he’s completely fit.
‘Up against it’: Giants interim coach on Clarko
All eyes in the football world are on Alastair Clarkson’s next move, and the man he might be competing with for the Giants’ coaching job has had his say.
Out-of-contract Giant yet to decide on future
Tim Taranto is the best Giants player without a deal beyond this season and he has Victorian club suitors as he weighs up his next move.
‘I’ve loved it’: McVeigh to pitch for Giants job
Six weeks have passed since Leon Cameron announced his resignation as Giants coach, and the man who is temporarily replacing him wants the job long term.
‘We can almost beat anyone’: Giants still confident
The Giants have only four wins for the season but their improved form has buoyed hopes they can finish the year strongly.
‘Mature’ Cameron call right one for Giants: Kelly
Josh Kelly has had to deal with more than he expected in his first season as co-captain but why does he think “things had to change”?
Giant to make AFL debut after physical transformation
The third of the Giants’ three first-round draft picks in 2020 will make his AFL debut against the Western Bulldogs on Saturday night.
Cheeky text message to AFL coach exposed
GWS Giants coach Mark McVeigh has revealed the cheeky text message Leon Cameron sent him after Sunday’s crushing victory.
McVeigh set to make Giant call on Harry
Nick Haynes will return for the Giants’ big clash with the Western Bulldogs, but what does that mean for Harry Himmelberg?
No. 1 pick slammed for abusive act
North Melbourne champion David King has called for Jason Horne-Francis to “pull his head in,” saying the youngster has a “massive issue”.
Wild act plummets Roos to new low
Jason Horne-Francis appeared more than a little frustrated as his North Melbourne side were put to the sword by a fellow struggling club.
No regrets for Ward ahead of milestone game
Premiership glory has eluded Callan Ward in his first 200 games as a Giant, but he has no regrets having made the move from the Western Bulldogs.
Irreplaceable Giants star to break record
Callan Ward has been a dedicated servant to the GWS Giants since the first game of their history and now he’s set to break a club record.
Star midfielder on the mend in Giant boost
There is light at the end of the tunnel for a number of injured GWS Giants stars as they seek to resurrect their 2022 fortunes.
Brownlow winner better than ‘when he won’
Lachie Neale stunned the AFL when he romped to the Brownlow Medal in 2020 but the star has shown that may have been the tip of the iceberg.
Giants aren’t giving up on finals dream
The Greater Western Sydney Giants are three games out of the eight, but they aren’t giving up on their finals dream just yet.
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