There are some big inclusions in the Sydney Swans squad to face Brisbane Lions in tomorrow's match simulation at Moore Park. Sydney Swans forward Lexi Hamilton has been awarded the AFLW Training and Education Excellence Award after her consistent on-field performances and sheer commitment to her studies in 2022. It will be great to get back in front of our Melbourne based supporters.. Nothing in the free kick, Daisy Pearce said on channel seven. New to Kayo? The Tigers looked back to their ominous best at stages throughout the night, but Franklin exploded with four second-half goals - three in the final quarter - to seal victory for the Swans and put them a game clear in the top eight. The Swans came away victors over the Bulldogs in last seasons Round 17 clash at Marvel Stadium. Despite the absence of the rested Lance Franklin, the Swans came out of the gates on fire, kicking the first three goals of the contest to take an eight-point lead to the first change, but really kicked into gear in a scintillating second term. The Swans had their hearts broken late last week, going down to Fremantle in Perth by just two points. "They've been slaughtered today," Garry Lyon said of Richmond's back six. The margin began to become dangerous for the Swans in the second quarter, with the Tigers kicking the opening three goals of the quarter, making it six straight. In the final episode of 'Longmire', John reflects on his transition from his playing career into coaching, and ultimately the path that led him to the head coaching role at the Sydney Swans. Coming into the match as the AFL's highest-scoring team in the opening two rounds, Sydney's free-scoring continued with their 102 points at three-quarter time the first time Richmond had conceded triple figures inside three quarters since Round 16, 2017. Pundits were stunned by the Swans effort online, labelling the performance outrageous and unbelievable. South Melbourne. Sydney Swans players Harry Cunningham, Isaac Heeney, Tom Papley, Alana Woodward and Kiara Beesley visited the Royal Children's Hospital in Randwick as part of Music Therapy Week and the club's partnership with Redkite. A year earlier, they added Nick Blakey, Rowbottom and McInerney with their first three selections. In the process, Franklin kicked his 400th goal for the Swans. Mills is averaging 24 highly efficient disposals, seven of them contested, and a goal a game through the first fortnight. There was another controversial free kick during the third quarter, with Daniel Rioli penalized for prohibited contact despite appearing to make light contact with his Swans opponent during a stop in play. Ranked 4th in Points Per Game. Reckon you can pick the best team? Both sides traded goals in what would become a frantic final 10 minutes, but it was the Swans who hung tough to win. Both teams possess dangerous forward lines; although both Melbourne and Sydney will be focused on how they can deliver the ball inside their forward 50 to maximise their potential. featured alongside some of Australias most prominent sports journalists. Despite being ranked 10th in generating forward half turnovers, they're ranked first in scores (51.5) from turnovers in that part of the ground scores from turnovers overall (81). However, there were plenty of silver linings, most notably a stunning six-goal haul from champion forward Lance Franklin. And judging by his kicking and burst on the lead on Sunday night, hes not slowing down. Sydney become the first professional sporting team to participate in 2018, while its the first time the Rams will march in the parade. Six Sydney Swans AFLW players have been rewarded for standout individual campaigns in our inaugural season with nominations for the 2022 AFLW MVP awards. Sydney's surge eventually arrived in the third term when it kicked four goals, but the Bulldogs responded to the challenge, with Weightman kicking a second and then a third after a spectacular leap and grab inside 50. Twenty metres out from goal, Bontempelli trickled it through, the goal sealing the Dogs their first win of 2022 after back-to-back defeats to begin the season.The Bulldogs should have sewn this game up well before. The Swans are not only punishing teams on turnover particularly in their forward half but they're also killing opponents with swift ball movement from the back half. (117) to 10. But it wasnt enough to snatch the lead from the Bloods, who punished Richmond on turnovers and slotted eightin the second quarter to hold onto their lead at the main break. The opening minute of the third quarter against Adelaide last Saturday was a prime example. Harry Himmelberg was a big beneficiary, kicking two first-quarter goals, while Bruhn, Jesse Hogan, Adam Kennedy, Daniel Lloyd and Harry Perryman all contributed. See a time-lapse of the progress over the past few months as we go from bare bones to our turf being laid. The 2020 additions of Logan McDonald (pick No.4), Braeden Campbell (No.5) and Errol Gulden (No.32) have all made an immediate impact. (72) win. Sydney has erased a 33-point margin, led by a Lance Franklin masterclass, to record a gutsy win over Richmond at a parochial SCG on Friday night that was capped by Sign up now! Enjoy the thrilling final moments between the Dogs and Swans at Marvel Stadium, The Sydney Swans have gone down in an 11-point loss to the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium in Round 3, Lance Franklin slots a beautiful running goal on one of his favourite angles, Isaac Heeney does superbly to mark the ball in play and nails the resulting snap. 21:12 Warner becomes the only multiple goal-scorer for the Swans with his second. Presenting our six-part series 'Longmire' - offering a glimpse into John Longmire's life away from footy, while also detailing his passion for the game and his philosophy on coaching. Sydney has claimed another major scalp to start the season, using an eight-goal second quarter to stun reigning premiers Richmond at the MCG. Every match of every round Live on Kayo. Suddenly the Swans have one of the most exciting young lists in the competition. In episode twelve of Talking AFLW, presented by Bing Lee, we chat with Lynn Ralph. It was worn by South Melbourne dating back to 1932 and made famous by Bloods legends including Bob Skilton, Peter Bedford, Bob Pratt, Ron Clegg and J. Herbie Matthews. Herald Sun reporter Jon Ralph told Fox Footy that the AFLs priority was to move on with these games and bank as many as possible, adding: Even if half a side was out and there were 23 players available per team, they will continue to play football if it is safe to do so.. After being forced to withdraw three of their players due to COVID-19 protocols just minutes before the first bounce, the Giants jumped the Swans, booting eight straight goals across the first and second quarters. The Grand Finalists' campaign would have been in strife with a 0-3 start but Luke Beveridge's men are now on the board as they inflicted the first defeat of Sydney's season. Sydney has a pressure factor of 1.91 through the opening fortnight, which is the best in the competition. The Sydney Swans have recorded a 43-point win over Carlton at Blacktown on Friday night with youngster Errol Gulden dominating with 45 The Blues were a class above Hawthorn at the MCG in Round 10, but the Swans are up another level. They met in the qualifying final at Domain Stadium, and These two sides met at the MCG in round 12, with Sydney the victors by 12 points. It has been flagged for years, but a reworked backline has seen Callum Mills finally move to the midfield. But it was a blessing in disguise, as younger players had to be dropped into important roles, including Tom McCartin making a successful move to defence. In the spirit of reconciliation the AFL acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. Picture: Kelly Defina, Harry Himmelberg of the Giants kicked two first-quarter goals. Through the first two rounds this year they're ranked second. SuperCoach study guide: One-stop shop for advice, research, Teachers SuperCoach secret to making maths fun, Chad Warner, Tom Papley and Callum Mills guided the visitors to their win. Western Bulldogs 8.12 (60) def by Sydney 11.13 (79). The Swans flew out of the gate, kicking nine goals to two in the first quarter, to lead by seven at the first break. Kieren Briggs and Jake Stein also attended the rugby, per Foxfooty.com.aus Tom Morris. Asked if the game shouldve been postponed, Bulldogs games record-holder Brad Johnson told Fox Footy: I dont think it shouldve been. But the Swans then produced their finest hour, improving their work around the contest and getting their breathtaking outside run game going to kick 12 of the last 14 goals of the match to record a 26-point victory, 15.8 (98) to 11.6 (72), Watch the 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Live & On-Demand on Kayo. When the teams meet at the MCG on Saturday afternoon, Hardwick and his Tigers will face a totally different Sydney to the one they encountered last July. Nick Blakey was a late out for Sydney with the flu, while Marlion Pickett was a late out for Richmond with a migraine. It wasnt awarded, leaving Prestia with the ball near the interchange bench and his torpedo attempt falling well short, sealing the Swans win. 12. Follow GWS v Sydney in our live blog below! Sydney's dominance in their forward 50 left former Richmond defensive coach Justin Leppitsch stunned as he called the Tigers' defence "lifeless and disorganised". The Swans had a horrible run with injuries last year, with the tall stocks hit particularly badly. "Sydney have been outstanding but this is very sloppy from the Tigers. Hear from John Longmire as he confirms just one change for our match against the Western Bulldogs. The Dogs' 25-point break at half-time was both deserved but not enough. The Swans kept coming, with a converted 50-metre penalty for Errol Gulden cutting the Dogs' lead back to five points with a minute to play, before Bontempelli again stepped up when it mattered. McInerney adds a point of difference with his pace and flair. Mills just turned 24, the rest are 22 or under, and all look primed to own spots in the Swans midfield that have been up for grabs since 2019. Sydney Swans B: 34 Jordan Dawson, 30 Tom McCartin, 44 Jake Lloyd HB: 29 George Hewett, 24 Dane Rampe (c), 7 Harry Cunningham C: 27 Justin McInerney, 13 Buddy has history against the Blues at the SCG; one of his two career 10-goal hauls came against them back in 2017. Goodess mother was of Adnyamathanha and Narungga descent, a member of the stolen generation of Aboriginal children who were forcibly OUT: Marc Murphy, Lachie Plowman, Josh Honey (R10 medical sub). Robbie Fox was named the medical substitute, while Noah Cumberlands AFL debut is also as a sub. Venue: SCG The QBE Sydney Swans Academy girls and boys teams take on the GIANTS Academy at Gungahlin Enclosed Oval this weekend. What the Swans have been for much of the past two decades stoppage specialists and methodical ball movers is simply no longer the case. Goals to Jack Riewoldt and Jason Castagna midway through the second term pulled Richmond back into the contest. Souring matters is a potential suspension for Franklin for a strike on Trent Cotchin, with the Swans to take on the Dees next week and the Tigers having a bye, while the end to the match (details in the match report below) proved incredibly controversial. HB: 29 George Hewett, 24 Dane Rampe (c), 7 Harry Cunningham The Sydney Swans will look to shore up their spot in the top eight when they host the Carlton Blues at the SCG. Some vintage one-on-one work from Dustin Martin ended in a goal on the run, but the Swans continued to hold their own, scoring via Will Hayward off the back of a brilliant mid-air tap from Tom Papley. From the highest-scoring side in the AFL in the opening two rounds, the Swans went scoreless for the second term, with their 1.3 (9) half-time scoreline their lowest in two years at the main break since round four, 2020, also against the Western Bulldogs. WebAt the conclusion of the home-and-away season, West Coast finished second on the AFL ladder behind Adelaide with 17 wins and five losses. Having made some key additions to their squad, the Brisbane Lions must make this years AFL grand final to avoid a disappointing season. Thanks to bullet-like passes from the likes of Nick Blakey and Errol Gulden, Franklin got hot on the lead. Due to the pre-finals bye Sydney livewire forward Tom Papley has been able to recover from concussion, so Sydney go in unchanged. Captured a great grassroots sporting moment? Franklin had 10 disposals and kicked a crucial goal in the third term to re-awaken the Bloods and knock over a plucky Crows outfit 17.16 (118) to 12.13 (85). Beware the Swan, wrote House Husbands actor Rhys Muldoon. It meant Toby Greene and Matt de Boer were forced out for the Giants, while Callum Mills, Harry Cunningham and Colin ORiordan were withdrawn from the Swans line-up. Photos by Phil Hillyard. There's new faces, positional switches, and a (not-so) new gameplan to thank. Talking AFLW will bring Swans fans up to date on the competition so far, provide some insights into the build of our team, and introduce fans to some of the key figures in the FIRST ever Sydney Swans womens team. We respectfully acknowledge the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation and pay our respects to the elders past, present and emerging. In that clash, Swans Jordan Dawson starred with three goals along with Will Hayward (2) and a handful of the Swans forwards also kicking goals. WebTeams Adelaide Crows Brisbane Lions Carlton Collingwood Essendon Fremantle Geelong Cats Gold Coast Suns GWS Giants Hawthorn Kangaroos Melbourne Port Adelaide Richmond St Kilda Sydney Swans West Coast Eagles Western Bulldogs Latest News Features Video Match Replays Matches Ladder Stats Community Play AFL NAB AFL Auskick Juniors But it was the Swans second of the third quarter that was the important one. Ralph, the first woman to be appointed to the Sydney Swans Board,has been a strong advocate for women in football and the development of the code in NSWfor more than two decades. The guernsey features a distinctive red V on a white jumper. But inaccuracy was costly and kept the Swans within reach throughout the 9.17 (71) to 9.6 (60) result. IN: Callum Sinclair, Justin McInerney, Kaiden Brand In 2019, the Swans grabbed Stephens and Warner among their six picks. For the Giants, Toby Greene and Matt de Boer (was to be the medical sub) were forced out, replaced by Tanner Bruhn and Zach Sproule (medical sub). Become a member to join in Australia's biggest sporting debate, submit articles, receive updates straight to your inbox and keep up with your favourite teams and authors. Sydney Swans head coach John Longmire spoke on radio ahead of the final pre-season match up against Carlton, The Sydney Swans assistant coach took the helm on match simulation against the Brisbane Lions. F: 9 Will Hayward, 23 Lance Franklin, 41 Hayden McLean Goals to Daniel Rioli and Shane Edwards put the Tigers in the box seat at quarter-time, with the visitors leading by eight points. Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. See all the latest photos from the field as the team prepare for the hit-out. Commentators were left similarly gobsmacked. In special feature episode of The Build, presented by realestate.com.au, we present you a virtual flythrough of the Royal Hall of Industries - a unique behind-the-scenes look of the new home of the Sydney Swans. Its all been done around the contest, four-time premiership Hawk Jordan Lewis told Fox Footy. Sam Wicks picked up a loose ball 40m from the Crows' goal near the boundary line, but immediately looked in-board and kicked to a pack of six players, three from each team, in the middle of the ground. Picture: AFL Photos, Sam Wicks celebrates a goal against Adelaide in round two, 2021. Go behind the scenes as the Swans take on the Brisbane Lions in a pre-season trial match. How the teams compare across their games this season, A look at tonight's Round 3 clash against the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium, Western Bulldogs v Sydney Swans - Round ThreeThursday, March 31. The young Sydney outfit ran riot from the first bounce, stunning Richmond 10.12 (72) to 17.15 (117). But the Crows weren't done. The biggest changes have come outside that. Get all the important information in our Match Day Hub ahead of Round 3. See what assistant coach Jarrad McVeigh had to say following the Swans final pre-season hit out against Carlton last night. Kamdyn McIntosh was also helped off the ground by Richmond's medical staff after copping a brutal head knock in a 50-50 contest with Swans defender Dane Rampe in the final quarter. They had struggled to bury Adelaide, and needed someone to lift the team. Two QBE Sydney Swans Academy athletes have this weekend been part of the first instalment of the 2023 AFLW Academy training camp in Geelong. Goal No. We want to see it. It was risky, it was quick and it was direct. F: 12 Tom De Koning, 10 Harry McKay, 19 Eddie Betts The 3-2-1 from Sydneys win over the Giants, 3. Hear exclusively from Chloe Molloy as she signs with the Sydney Swans AFLW team on a long-term deal. Sydney finished third with 15 wins and seven losses. For the best odds on the game sign up with Aussie bookmaker PlayUp. In 2019, the Swans grabbed Stephens and Warner among their six picks. Coming to you in 2022, we bring you a special look at our build of the Royal Hall of Industries - a world-class facility and new home of the Sydney Swans. Cumberland was taken with pick No.43 in the 2019 draft as a midfielder/forward. That high pressure game weve seen from Round 1 this year is not there at the moment.. They missed another couple of chances at goal however and it made it all the more costly when Jayden Short put through a goal at the other end. Taylor Walker continues remarkable renaissance as six-goal haul helps Adelaide Crows topple Suns, Jade Gresham suffers Achilles injury in horror St Kilda outing against Essendon. Hear from co-captain Luke Parker after our 11-point loss to the Western Bulldogs on Thursday night. Its a nice little reminder that things might be different this year because of the way the game has been played and (Richmond) might have to change the way they play, added Garry Lyon. Despite winning just five games last year, Longmire ever-so-quietly went about changing the way the Swans played. This is set to be a very exciting game. Callum Mills impressed with 31 disposals and three tackles while Luke Parker had 27 disposals, four tackles, seven clearances and a goal. The Tigers have left the MCG with their tails between their legs after losing to the Sydney Swans by 45 points on Saturday. Its a different side, its like theyve woken up, three-time premiership Lion Alastair Lynch told Fox Footy. Try 14-Days Free Now >. AFL 2023 Media - Sydney v Brisbane Match Sim. But they came out after half-time and started to get their ball movement going, started to get their contest going and theyve just wrestled back the margin.. The Giants got the ideal start to the fourth term, with Finlayson snapping a goal to reduce the margin to 13 points. Read on. After being part of our historic first season Gen Lawson Tavan and Zoe Hurrell will depart the team. OUT: Nick Blakey, Robbie Fox, Tom Hickey, Ryan Clarke (R10 medical sub), Carlton Blues To make matters worse for the Tigers, star midfielder Dion Prestia was substituted out for Daniel Rioli in the opening minutes due to a hamstring concern. Download the app to get all the information you need straight to your mobile! The Swans now move into a three-way tie for fourth with the Lions and Collingwood. Warner has had a crucial influence too, in just his third and fourth games. Sydney Swans CEO Tom Harley is joined by premiership winner Heath Grundy on a special tour of the Sydney Swans HQ at the Royal Hall of Industries. The Sydney Swans acknowledge the traditional owners of country across the lands which we operate and play our great game. 24 Sept 2022 02.09 EDT The future is now. Sydney showed no signs of slowing down from there and continued to dominate in the second half. Join as a member and get better value, better match day and an all-round better experience. In episode eleven of Talking AFLW, presented by Bing Lee, we chat with sister duo Lexi and Cynthia Hamilton - a double act with more than a favourite footy club in common!