Along with Ladhams, McLean and Amartey, plus possibly Billy King, I think we have a very promising tall brigade up forward. North Melbourne Kangaroos v West Coast Eagles, Marvel Stadium (Fox) ROUND 3. Lance Franklin is on the verge of his 1000th AFL goal (Photo by Jono Searle/AFL Photos/via Getty Images). In the spirit of reconciliation the AFL acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. "The success of the last two seasons has shown us is that if we are disciplined with our protocols and willing to be flexible where required, we will keep footy going. An important occasion on the club calendar and a great opportunity to celebrate South Melbournes rich history is Swans Heritage Week. Well, over the last couple of weeks, I have slowly been compiling questions relating to each team to include in our season previews. His pace around the contest and ability to break into space were extremely valuable. Blakey is a line-breaker he is a merchant of chaos, sending opposition midfield and defences into a state of panic. WebGeelong Cats vs. Sydney Swans - Game Summary - September 24, 2022 - ESPN You have reached ESPN's Australian edition. The Sydney Swans launched their partnership with carsales at a function at the Boathouse in Rose Bay. Cheers! Yes, I am looking for that as well. And if Franklin stays as fit as he looks preseason Im tipping the Coleman. Our back six have gelled together and were playing some consistent footy as a team, so Ive been focused on consistency and playing my role. I know it, too. To his credit, he has overcome several challenges and ultimately his strong VFL form last season and commitment to training over the pre-season has enabled him to earn another AFL opportunity, Gardiner said. In line with the clubs formal request to the AFL, our fixture also includes the annual, marquee Marn Grook at the SCG celebration against Richmond in Round 11. Theres something unfolding here. (PST) 12:10 AM. For anyone else finding this you don't need the app: Click the Plus next to Other calendars, click Subscribe to calendar, Select From URL and then enter the following: webcal://afl.lookoutdata.com/live/ical/team-160.ics, webcal://afl.lookoutdata.com/live/ical/team-160.ics, i think footy live have ditched this option, or maybe just for android users. They finished just one game and percentage outside the top four, which is where the Brisbane Lions finished last season. It seems so, doesnt it? Statistically, the Swans have been dealt the ninth-hardest fixture in the competition this season, something some could perhaps see as a daunting step up for a side that was coming off a lowly finish just 12 months earlier. ", Season 2022 marks our 40th year in the harbour city!So our fixture release video is proudly presented by the sweet sounds of 1982.#Bloods pic.twitter.com/cT6q4AFxKj. That temperament belies a competitive beast and fiercely loyal coach - one need only look at his emotional outbursts in the coaches box and his tearful reaction to the sides win over the Giants earlier in the year (after three of his players were ruled out of the match just hours before due to Covid-19 protocols) for proof. If there are crowd restrictions in 2023, will members get priority? Good Friday (Round 5 v West Coast Eagles). Rather than any one part of the Swans side standing out, the sides greatest strength appears to lie in how its many parts and age brackets have come together to form a cohesive and foreboding whole for rivals to try and manage. Free access to all Mongrel Punt e-books. If Sydney gets even a slight improvement from players in that bracket in 2022, and combine it with the continued good form of now-established stars, there is simply no telling how good this team can be. Well, he is AA calibre, but whether he plays half back or on the wing at his new club will be something well watch closely. Even better for Franklin, he could now be presented with the chance to win a flag at the Swans - something he may well have thought was impossible after the sides success began to wilt in the years prior to 2021s resurgence. AFL: The home of Australian rules football on Reddit, including the Australian Football League and all other While theres good depth in the midfield and an embarrassment or riches up forward, the backline stocks are pretty bare. Keep up with the latest storylines, expert analysis, highlights, scores and more. Be part of something bigger. Even though he is an exceptional player, he can improve: he averaged the equal 28th highest average score involvements of any player in the competition. So, without further ado, here are The Big Questions about the team I enjoyed watching most last season. Im really lucky the Swans put in the time and gave me the chance.. WebIts Game On for the Sydney Swans entry into the AFLW competition, with the AFL Commission granting the club a licence for entry into Season 7, commencing in late 2022. Required fields are marked *. Games against Essendon, Collingwood, Western Bulldogs and more set the tone for a blockbuster season at the SCG. Wow what a long read! GF Geelong In 2018, Longmire wouldve sent alarm bells ringing through the Swans community when he estimated that, after Round 19, Franklin has completed roughly 20 minutes of training for the entire season due to persistent heel injuries. The AFL has today released the full fixture for Rounds One to Nine of the 2022 Toyota AFL Premiership Season which will see mens football return to Victoria, New South Wales and the Northern Territory following an interrupted 2021 season as a result of the ongoing pandemic. For the Swans, however, it could be just what the doctor ordered. Tasmania will host its first matches of the season during the Round Six Anzac Appeal Round with North Melbourne vs. Geelong Cats to be played at Blundstone Arena on Sunday April 24, before Hawthorn and the Sydney Swans meet on ANZAC Day at UTAS Stadium. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images), Swans players warm up at the SCG ahead of their preliminary final with Collingwood. featured alongside some of Australias most prominent sports journalists. Tom Papley continued to thrive as a forward but also showcased his abilities as a pinch-hitting midfielder, while Isaac Heeney managed to play 21 games despite lingering injury concerns and looks in much better nick heading into 2022, while Callum Mills is coming off a career-best year and stunningly successful move into the midfield. Told to chose between giving up their cost of living allowance (COLA) or taking part in the Trade Periods, the Swans sat it out - but ultimately lost the allowance years later. Weve sort of always raved about their defence, particularly with the (Paddy and Tom) McCartins, but what Ive been impressed with is theyre continually improving their contestable pressure game. Jordan Dawsons trade to Adelaide was one the Swans worked hard to try and avert, particularly given the outstanding season he had last year that put him in All-Australian contention. Papley is an extremely important player for the Swans; he averaged the second most score involvements of any of their players with an average of 6.30 score involvements per game. And now, were finally at the point where I can start putting them together. Paddy has extended his deal until the end of 2024, while Tom is staying in Sydney until at least the end of 2027. Ive got a lot of work to do, but you guys know me by now I dont shirk it. Access to all content as per Mongrel Members, plus weekly Defensive Player of the Year rankings, fortnightly overall player rankings that feed into the Mongrel 50, fortnightly X-Factor rankings, and new column - The Recruit ladder. But before we get lost in the bullishness on the Swans, lets get the bad news out of the way first. The two rivals have not gone head-to-head at Accor Stadium in over six years, with their last meeting drawing a record crowd of 60,222 for the 2016 Qualifying Final. "For supporters it is a chance to get back to doing what we all love, going to the footy with our family and friends. McCartin averaged the second most intercepts of any Swans player in season 2021 with an average of 6.68 intercepts per game, a key indicator that he will be a pivotal part of Sydneys defence this year. Our priority will be to find a solution that meets your needs. I hope that along with team consistency we will see improvements in this area as well. PLEASE REFER TO ADDITIONAL ATTACHMENT FOR THE FULL FIXTURE*, *All matches across Round 10 - 23 are listed in alphabetical order with timeslots to be determined at a later date, Western Bulldogs great Luke Darcy tells Sarah Olle the one piece of wellbeing advice he'd give to his younger self, Jordan De Goey may find himself in hot water after this action on Llyod Meek was deemed dangerous, Collingwood has been dealt a cruel blow in the final term with Patrick Lipinski leaving the field after appearing to injure his shoulder in this tackle, First-round pick Cam Mackenzie impresses for Hawthorn, with a wonderful pass to Fergus Greene before snaring one of his own, Collingwood scraped home by six points but will be anxiously awaiting the results of scans on Pat Lipinski's shoulder, Charges heard in the Melbourne Magistrates' Court last week against Tarryn Thomas have been withdrawn, Follow all the action from Thursday's practice games, Jack Gunston finishes perfectly following slick movement from the Lions, Sam Powell-Pepper produces this booming long-range goal during the second term, The Hawks and Pies clash at the University of Tasmania Stadium, Sean Darcy taps it on a platter for Sam Switkowski who makes no mistake in nailing this brilliant goal, Sydney coach John Longmire has signed up for another two seasons at the helm. And Ill elaborate as to why. -VIEW the 2022 Fixture/DOWNLOAD the 2022 Fixture PDF. He seems a little more robotic in his movements, but when deployed solely to kill contests, that can be a real positive aspect of a defenders game. So, its a ploy to get people to join the site? Tom McCartin continued his development into one of the best young defenders in the game. If you ask John, its business as usual. It is his defensive work as a midfielder and his ability to run both ways that could see him become part of a successful Swans era. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Theres no doubt that McCartin will have to be better in season 2022 than he was in season 2021, as he finished outside the top ten in the Swans best and fairest in season 2021. Theres no doubt that the Swans will be reliant on him. The AFL thanks its broadcast partners, the Seven Network and Foxtel, all 18 AFL Clubs, venues, governments and the AFLPA for their collaboration as it finalised the fixture for the 2022 Toyota AFL Premiership Season. Collingwood welcomes the 2022 AFL fixture with the first nine rounds of the season released by the league today. I rate him enormously. Ironically, Sydneys near-miss of the top four in 2021 came not as a result of its performances against the top teams, but rather against those below it. Theres no disputing that playing in the midfield will give Heeney more opportunity to showcase his talent in season 2022. Its the perfect crime. The Swans won seven of their last eight games in the home-and-away part of season 2021. Tom McCartin at 22 years of age has become one of the best young defenders in the competition, Chad Warner had a breakout season as he enters his 21st year and Sam Wicks 22-game season will prove invaluable in the long run as he builds towards his peak as a pressure forward. Sydney Derby (Round 1 [away], Round 20 [home]). However, Rowbottom is a kid just 21 years old and already with 44 games to his name. WebBe the best Sydney Swans fan you can be with Bleacher Report. WebSydney Swans v Richmond Highlights | Round 11, 2022 | AFL 32,241 views May 27, 2022 488 Dislike Share Save AFL 240K subscribers The Swans and Tigers arre separated by Sydney Swans. Im having the same issue, trying to work out a solution at the moment. Keeps it up to date if anything changes. Web136k members in the AFL community. In any other circumstance, this would be a devastating blow. Weve sung the praises of the young Swans in the section above, but I didnt go into huge details in this bloke on purpose James Rowbottom. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. As it happened AFL 2022 Round 11: Franklin kicks five as Swans comeback to beat Tigers but faces concern over Cotchin clash By Roy Ward Updated May 27, 2022 11.56pm first published at 6.52pm Despite playing every game, he finished fourth in the Swans best and fairest. The match will follow an earlier game at the same venue between Collingwood and the GWS GIANTS. Yes, please let us know. The Swans split their early pick 13 and made the big call to cut loose Gary Rohan, Dan Hannebery and Nic Newman to accumulate enough draft picks to match the bid I wont go into this one too much, as I have a whole section on him coming up, but Nick Blakey off half-back has the potential to be very special. If Sydney gets even a slight improvement from players in that bracket in 2022, and combine it with the continued good form of now-established stars, there is simply no telling how good this team can be. AFL Executive General Manager of Clubs and Broadcasting Travis Auld said the initial block of the fixture was constructed with the primary aim to achieve a strong start to the season with a series of key Thursday and Friday night matches to build momentum into the early part of the season. These previews are huge. In the first of the Clubs six total games in Melbourne for 2022, the Swans will take on the Western Bulldogs in a marquee Thursday night fixture at Marvel Stadium in Round 3. The Kangaroos' practice match against the Demons will take place on one of the last two weekends in February. Macca in only his second year of coaching and Pyke and Mathews new to the club. What a great way to celebrate the start of the AFL season in Sydney," Swans CEO Tom Harley said. Really thorough read. Youve got to be eyeing off a top four spot with the established young kids that they have in their team.. The Swans had grand plans to use Blakey as the second mobile forward to take pressure off marquee player Lance Franklin. Please gamble responsibly. Remember that? The opening rounds of the season will see big match-ups with five Thursday night matches kicking off the first five rounds and 15 of the 18 clubs will feature in marquee Thursday and / or Friday timeslots across the opening six weeks. One thing about the Swans is theyve got some really good versatility, Dixon said. 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. Watch every match prior to the AFL grand final Live & Ad-Break Free In-Play on Kayo. The AFL has advised all clubs will have a minimum seven-day break between pre-season practice matches and the AAMI Community Series. Dates, times and venue are still to be confirmed for that match-up, with the clubs also yet to decide the format of the game including number of players, number of quarters and quarter length. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The Mongrel does the work always. Despite playing on Matt Rowell in an Under 18s match, Warner was somewhat shadowed by his talented East Fremantle colts squad teammates, Melbourne premiership players Luke Jackson and Trent Rivers, and now-Gold Coast Sun Jeremy Sharp. Callum Mills arrived in 2015 with pick three - as the Swans had to match Melbournes bid under new live bidding rules. Hopefully, we can keep doing that through the finals and see how far we can go, Tom McCartin said. Ticketing arrangements for the 2022 AAMI Community Series match will be confirmed closer to the date. AFL: The home of Australian rules football on Reddit, including the Australian Football League and all other When he gets the footy and runs, he throws down the challenge to every opposition player within 30-40 metres. While theres a treasure trove of young talent key to Sydneys revamped powerhouse, it would be dismissive not to mention the impact of the sides more established top-end, who have more than played their part in redefining expectations. Together he and brother Tom have formed a formidable duo in defence in whats been a remarkable turn around of fortunes. The good news is that the Swans DO have a plethora of talent in the 22-and-under age bracket with room to improve. The way this is going to work is that the first five questions are available for free for each team and the rest (between 10 and 15) are for our members. Mr Auld said that while everyone involved in the game was looking forward to the return of the AFL season the league would continue to monitor the ongoing pandemic. Watch the 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Live & On-Demand on Kayo. The Reddit home for the mighty Sydney Swans, Press J to jump to the feed. Sam Wicks looked dangerous in parts and held a place in the side for much for the year. Dixon, one of the only Fox Footy pundits to have the Saints missing the top eight in last years pre-season predictions, said the Swans were well-placed to avoid any such alarming drop-off after a whirlwind 2021 campaign, courtesy of their list spread mentioned above. Captured a great grassroots sporting moment? Tom Hickey will have some support in the ruck from Peter Ladhams, who the Swans recruited from the Port Adelaide Power. While injury still threatened him in 2021, Franklin managed 18 games and a resurgent 51 goals - putting him just five goals away from becoming just the sixth player in code history to reach the 1000-goal milestone. He also has a couple of years on Dawson, so if Horse decides to play him back in defence, it could be a net gain for the team in the long term. Get him to 1000 goals and then put him on ice, but if he plays 10 games for the year not including finals I reckon you sail into the top four.. By the time our first home game at the SCG swings around, it will have been 287 days since we were able to welcome our Swans members and fans into the stands. His speed and, more to the point, his willingness to use that speed sent teams into disarray in 2021 and whilst we have seen teams successfully counter hard run from half-back (watch the way teams come in on the angle to stifle the run of Adam Saad), Blakey caught a heap of them by surprise in last year. 1999-2023 Ticketmaster. 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