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Not really sure what to make of this article. Some quotes from Phil Davis are used in a positive way; but was Caldwell really committed to the Giants or rather more concerned to see out his two years and move regardless. Other posters will have better insights. Essendon midfielder Jye Caldwell...

Giants star Tom Green talks his role design of GWS’ Anzac Day guernsey By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 1:03PM APRIL 24, 2024 Tom Green never needs too much incentive to put on a show in Canberra. Every time the Giants play in his hometown, he has his...

Leek Aleer on Harry McKay battle and GWS Giants defence By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 22 APRIL 2024 It was the five-minute stretch that turned the Carlton-Giants encounter on its head. Halfway through the third quarter, the returning Leek Aleer...

Former North Melbourne player Tarryn Thomas set to return to the AFL in 2025 By JON RALPH SPORTS REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 22 APRIL 2024 Thomas is determined to return to football as an AFL-listed player in 2025 — if he can prove to the league he has satisfactorily...

Giants forward mix firing as blockbuster Blues clash looms By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 19 APRIL 2024 When Callum Brown finishes training at Giants HQ, the Irishman is always quick to check his phone. While he’s known for his athleticism and flair...

I watched the whole VFL game against Sandy (admittedly on TV) and the impression I got of Leek was that he jumps around a lot but that other aspects of his game are still works in progress. I think he is still more athlete than footballer; but also that he shows enough to eventually make the...

How GWS forward Aaron Cadman aims to make rival defenders ‘dread playing on me’ No. 1 pick Aaron Cadman has dramatically improved on his first year, but the former No.1 pick tells SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON how he’s looking to take his game to another level. Simeon Thomas-Wilson 12 April 2024 News...

Rival club linked to disgraced former Kangaroo Story by Anna Pavlou 9 April 2024 Wide World of Sports Geelong general manager of footy Andrew Mackie has hinted that his club could be keen to enter talks with disgraced former North Melbourne midfielder Tarryn Thomas in the off season. On the...

Two ‘forward’ thinking news articles: Jesse Hogan’s scintillating early season form has been rewarded with a two-year extension Giants’ key forward Jesse Hogan has inked a fresh deal keeping him in Sydney to the end of 2026, but what have GWS done to bring out his career best form? Lachlan...

This has been discussed previously on our board, but an interesting article about Tarryn Thomas. This part in particular: “Thomas, while he spent time in Tasmania and thus was tied to North as a Next-Generation Academy (NGA) recruit (for Indigenous or multicultural players) in 2018, also grew...

GWS star Kieren Briggs says AFL ‘slowly’ gaining ground in western Sydney GWS only has two men’s players from western Sydney, but a local star says he’s starting to see the Giants’ popularity grow. Ed Bourke 29 March 2024 GWS star Kieren Briggs says he’s noticed a significant “shift in...

Kingsley’s favourite: How Finn Callaghan quickly became the key Giant in the Orange Tsunami Coaches never publicly pick their favourite players. But it’s obvious to all around the GWS Giants that Finn Callaghan has become Adam Kingsley’s most valuable star, writes LACHLAN McKIRDY. Lachlan...

Two articles from today’s newspapers giving the two sides of the GWS Giant’s 'challenges' in Western Sydney. Inside the ever-growing profile of arguably Sydney’s fastest-growing sporting team By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 20 MARCH 2024 When the AFL...

This came up on the AFL.com.au site and I’ve modified it to show only VFL comings and goings; particularly on from where the new players originate: GWS GIANTS COACH: Wayne Cripps (second season) CAPTAIN: TBA VFL LISTED PLAYERS: 24 (12 primary, 12 development) STAYING: VFL: James Creighton...

They talk of 14 or 15 'guys' playing their first game. It would be good to have a proper squad list with just on two weeks to go.

How ‘misunderstood’ Jesse Hogan is leading GWS Giants’ efficient attack as Kingsley’s men’s star continues to rise By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 18 MARCH 2024 The dynamism of the Giants’ forward line is set to become one of their biggest weapons in...

GWS star Josh Kelly approaches game 200 against childhood team North Melbourne By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 14 MARCH 2024 A post from the Giants on social media this week stirred up a different set of emotions for vice-captain Josh Kelly. The...

The collective noun for a group of Giants is a 'Percussion'.i.e. a 'Percussion of Giants'. That explains the big, big and loud sound that was awesome to hear.

Nick Haynes on why he stayed at GWS Giants, fatherhood and his AFL premiership dream By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 12 MARCH 2024 Giants' defender Nick Haynes was determined to prove his value to Adam Kingsley over the pre-season despite suggestions...

How Opening Round was a ‘success on every measure’ for Northern clubs By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 12 MARCH 2024 Veteran Giants defender Nick Haynes has seen a lot in his 13 years at the club. He’s been through finals campaigns, grand final...

If the Giants and or AFL are contributing to McKirdy's wage, I think it's a good investment. A sign of well-thought-out longer term strategies that will see the Club successful into the future.

Harvey Thomas makes history as latest draft pick to debut in season opener for GWS By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 08 MARCH 2024 Teenager Harvey Thomas will create history on Saturday night when he becomes the latest draft pick in the Giants’ history...

AFL 2024: Mark Robinson predicts how ladder will look after round 24 Who will be the big movers and sliders this AFL season? Mark Robinson predicts how the ladder will look after round 24. See where your team sits. Mark Robinson 03 March 2024 News Corp Australia Sports Newsroom Every team...

Article on last night’s game by McKirdy who normally seems to have the co-operation of the NSW set-up. Notice he reports “Thankfully for both sides, both got through the game without any major injury concerns. The Giants rested a few players in the second half including Daniels who had a bit of...

GWS Giants pre-season news: Harvey Thomas in contention for round 0 debut, Stephen Coniglio’s career-best form By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NSW AFL REPORTER NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 27 FEBRUARY 2024 Giants vice-captain Stephen Coniglio believes he is playing the best football of his career...

The whole ‘outrage’ over GWS having a ‘gambling problem’ seems to me to be largely confected. Let’s look at what ‘Head Office’ (AFL) is doing and how one can easily find fault: Premier Partner: Toyota. Global warming (‘Just stop oil’/Extinction Rebellion) Major Partner: Carlton Draught...

The burning pre-season questions for the Sydney Swans and GWS Giants By LACHLAN MCKIRDY NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA SPORTS NEWSROOM 21 FEBRUARY 2024 The Sydney Swans and GWS Giants are set to be two of the most watchable teams in the AFL this year and both clubs will be dreaming of premiership...