Cox’s journey from ‘enemy’ to Swans’ new mentor
Dean Cox arrived at the Swans to be an assistant coach under John Longmire as “an enemy”. Seven years on, there’s no person better placed to take over the reins.
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Longmire’s next move: Tassie, AFL and the Chad Warner fallout
The impact of John Longmire stepping down as Sydney coach is set to be felt throughout the AFL – JON RALPH assesses what it means for Tasmania, AFL House and even rival coaches.
Four years in the making: Inside story of Longmire-Cox handover
The hierarchy at Sydney began canvassing a future without John Longmire as far back as 2020. SCOTT GULLAN takes you inside the key moments of the Swans’ succession plan.
‘Frenzy’: $1 million Longmire detail emerges
John Longmire is walking away as coach of the Swans having sent shockwaves across the competition in news no rival coach wanted to hear.
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The SA kid fulfilling a community’s dream on big stage
Matt Roberts, the ‘freak who was good at everything’, steps onto the MCG today for the AFL grand final. Those who know him best reflect on the country kid’s journey to the big time.
PM fires off zingers to crowd at North Melbourne Grand Final Breakfast
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has compared himself and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton to the feuding Gallagher brothers from pop band Oasis as he addressed footy fans at the North Melbourne Grand Final Breakfast.
McGuane: The trend Swans need to reverse to lift premiership cup
The Sydney Swans have had an Achilles heel all season, and in the biggest game of the season it could well cost them. MICK McGUANE unpacks each side’s path to victory.
AFL Grand Final sweep: How to get yours today
Grand Final day just isn’t the same without a sweep between family and friends. Find out how to get easy access to yours for the 2024 decider here.
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.
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