Why Swans passed toughest test yet with flying colours
Essendon may not have been a tougher line-up on paper, but the Bombers put Sydney to their sternest test of the season. After they found their feet, the Swans passed it with flying colours
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Swans’ Heeney ‘headache’ looming after midfield joy
A Swans legend sees some difficulty in bringing back a pair of gun onballers as Isaac Heeney continues to dominate the midfield to start the 2024 season.
How Swans turned costly ‘problem’ into new strength
The Swans were unable to win six games they were leading at three-quarter time in 2023. Following a focus on fitness this pre-season, they’re hoping that issue will be a thing of the past, writes LACHLAN McKIRDY.
Longmire: Swans ‘hadn’t had enough’ of Buddy
Many experts have claimed that the Swans are now a better team without Lance Franklin. But the truth is, they’re only in that position because of him, writes LACHLAN McKIRDY.
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‘In the mix’: Lifeline for former No.1 pick
The end of a three-year AFL exile for a one-time No.1 draft pick could yet be on the cards.
Buddy shock as superstar Swan shows up early
AFL superstar Lance Franklin needs just five goals to reach the magic 1000 mark, and the AFL superstar is so keen to get them he’s already back training.
Crows consider another lifeline for delisted utility
Adelaide have made the tough decision to part ways with two of their young players — though it may be more see you soon than goodbye for one.
What happens if a player refuses to be vaccinated?
The AFL has outlined what steps it will take if a player refuses to be vaccinated, with its hardline stance winning the support of an influential club boss.
Cats must nail this draft or accept their fate
Geelong must prepare for its most important draft in the modern era. With seven list spots to fill, an ageing list and dreams to never bottom out, they can’t afford to fail.
Bucky’s list ratings: Where does your club stand?
Is your club in the premiership window or ready for a long rebuild? Expert recruiter Gary Buckenara puts every club’s list under the blowtorch.
New Crow opens up on his move home
In July, Jordan Dawson said Sydney fans shouldn’t be nervous about him being out of contract. Now, he’s in the tricolours. The newest Crow opens up about the move home.
SA young gun impresses again after Crows NGA snub
Adelaide last week confirmed it would not nominate Blayne O’Loughlin as an NGA prospect. But he had some more eye-catching moments against WA on Sunday.
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