Mick McGuane: Simple reasons behind Swans’ success
The Swans charged into the mid-season break with a pair of fighting victories over Richmond and Melbourne, but what went right?
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More good news for Demons-slaying Swans
The Swans are riding high after consecutive stirring comebacks over Richmond and Melbourne, with more good news potentially on the horizon.
Dee stumble proves premiership race far from over
Two weeks ago, the reigning premiers looked home and hosed. But a pair of Melbourne losses to contenders has injected new life into the flag chase.
‘No-frills’ Mills making a huge impression
There are few players enjoying a better season than Sydney Swans co-captain Callum Mills, who is revelling in his new leadership role.
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Barometer: Griffen to miss 10 weeks
INJURY NEWS: GWS has been dealt a double blow with Ryan Griffen and Will Setterfield to miss 10 weeks after suffering ankle injuries.
Anyone still backing Hawks? Thought not
HAWTHORN’S loss to the previously morale-sapped Gold Coast is further evidence the era is over, while Fremantle was blessed.
SuperLadder: Tigers in rarefied air
ADELAIDE claimed Showdown bragging rights and top spot in Round 3 while Richmond are flying high and Hawthorn and Sydney languish winless.
Collingwood spoils Buddy’s big night
SYDNEY has slumped to its worst start to a season in 18 years after Collingwood spoiled Lance Franklin’s 250th-game celebrations with a thrilling one-point win.
The hidden genius of the Buddy mega deal
SINCE joining the Sydney Swans, Lance Franklin has produced amazing football. But the genius of his nine-year mega deal isn’t limited to just wins, losses and goals.
Barometer: Broken jaw has Cripps in doubt
INJURY NEWS: ST KILDA, Hawthorn and Sydney have lost key players, while Collingwood is hoping Jamie Elliott will finally be ready to return. WHO’S HOT AND WHO’S HURT AT YOUR CLUB
SuperCoach: Gray, Sloane redemption
STUDS AND DUDS: ROBBIE Gray and Rory Sloane bounced back to form in spectacular fashion in Round 2 but there are still major cash cow concerns.
SuperLadder: Port, Crows set for title fight
PORT Adelaide and Adelaide are set for a blockbuster top-of-the-table Showdown next week but Sydney, Hawthorn and St Kilda remain winless.
Is #freekickHawthorn back?
IT takes a lot to get Paul Roos fired up. But the Sydney premiership coach was scathing on a blatantly incorrect free kick paid to Hawthorn’s Paul Puopolo on Saturday.
Why Gil couldn’t justify a twilight GF
AFL boss Gillon McLachlan believes a twilight grand final is on the horizon, but says he was not convinced the competition could pull off the shift away from the traditional time this season.
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