Sydney

‘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.

Jake Buckley was all class. Photo: Fox Footy and Matt King, Getty.

AFL

‘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.

Sydney's Braeden Campbell celebrates last quarter goal during the AFL Qualifying Final between the Sydney Swans and GWS Giants at the SCG on September 7, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

AFL

‘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.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 07: Stephen Coniglio of the Giants looks dejected after a loss during the 2024 AFL First Qualifying Final match between the Sydney Swans and the GWS GIANTS at The Sydney Cricket Ground on September 07, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL

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.

More Stories

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 08: John Longmire, Senior Coach of the Swans looks dejected after a loss during the 2023 AFL First Elimination Final match between the Carlton Blues and the Sydney Swans at Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 08, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Midfield carnage forces Swans rethink

There’s a long list of players unavailable for Sydney’s AFL season opener on Thursday that could prove a significant hurdle to overcome.

AFL

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 29: John Longmire, Senior Coach of the Swans talks to players during the 2024 AFL Community Series match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Blacktown International Sportspark on February 29, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Gather Round move to Sydney a natural progression: Longmire

Gather Round has done wonders for South Australia, but Swans coach John Longmire said it was natural to look to bring the weekend to the game’s growth areas.

AFL

Sydney's Taylor Adams during the AFL pre season match between the Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Blacktown International Sports Park, Sydney on February 29, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - Phil Hillyard **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Adams’ blow, Brisbane looms: Key takeaways from Swans-Lions

Sydney’s already weakened midfield may have taken another blow, while the Lions reminded everyone how lethal they still are. CALLUM DICK has all the intel from the pre-season clash.

VideoAFL

What Parker void means for Swans as door opens for young gun

Luke Parker has barely missed a game since 2016, so being without the veteran will be a fresh challenge for Sydney. LACHLAN MCKIRDY looks at the Swans options.

AFL

Sydney's Luke Parker kicks during the AFL practice match between the Sydney Swans and GWS Giants at Tramway Oval on February 21, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Swans cop huge blow as star struck down

The Sydney Swans will be without two of their best players for the start of the AFL season after a key veteran was struck down.

AFL

Sydney's Chad Warner celebrates kicking a goal with Sydney's Brodie Grundy during the AFL practice match between the Sydney Swans and GWS Giants at Tramway Oval on February 21, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Huge steps forward: Swans’ new faces, young guns on song

The Swans made some massive moves in the off-season, with their new faces in Brodie Grundy and James Jordon making their presence felt against the Giants, with some big improvement from some young forwards.

AFL

Sydney's Hayden Mclean gets in the face of Giants Sam Taylor after kicking a goal on him during the Sydney Derby XXVI AFL match between the GWS Giants and Sydney Swans at Giants Stadium on August 5, 2023. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Teams revealed, burning questions ahead of Swans-Giants clash

Who replaces Buddy Franklin? Here are the big questions for both Sydney clubs ahead of their first practice match. Plus see both squads for the game.

AFL

Will Hayward during a Sydney Swans training session on February 16, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Young Swan opens up on his future and the lure of home

It’s a big year for Sydney and a big year for out of contract forward Will Hayward. So, where’s the South Australian at? He speaks to LACHLAN McKIRDY about 2024 and beyond.

AFL

Sellout crowd of 44,659 celebrate a last quarter goal by Sydney's James Rowbottom during the Round 22 AFL match between the Sydney Swans and Collingwood Magpies at the SCG on 14 August, 2022. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Bigger than Taylor Swift, Swans have outgrown the SCG

Thought there was demand for Taylor Swift tickets? Sydney Swans chairman Andrew Pridham says it could soon be similar for his club. But ‘inevitable’ growth brings a big issue.

Sydney

McCartin set to bounce back from concussion to lead Swans’ defence

Tom McCartin is looking to put a ‘frustrating’ 2023 behind him as he becomes one of the leaders of the Swans’ defence, with the 24-year-old coming into his prime.

Original URL: https://www.ntnews.com.au/sport/afl/teams/sydney/page/36