Media Swans Talk in the Media 2022

[Ticky009]

IF Adam Gulden gets called up we'll have 2 sets of bros playing!

 

[grimlock]

IF Adam Gulden gets called up we'll have 2 sets of bros playing!

Corey Warner enters the chat.

 

[caesar88]

I rated Hanrahan at the Hawks

 

[Ticky009]

He was about to completely 'destroy' them: When Bucky met Buddy

Former Hawthorn recruiter Gary Buckenara chats to Riley Beveridge about the 2004 draft and the first time he laid eyes on Lance

www.afl.com.au

 

[SGBeach]

Rampe: McCartin to bring versatility

Sydney Swans co-captain Dane Rampe said he’s looking forward to seeing the McCartin brothers in action together in Saturday night's match against crosstown rival Greater Western Sydney.

www.sydneyswans.com.au

Sir Dane chatting on Swans website..
Stoked hes one of our captains

 

[caesar88]

Rampe: McCartin to bring versatility

Sydney Swans co-captain Dane Rampe said he’s looking forward to seeing the McCartin brothers in action together in Saturday night's match against crosstown rival Greater Western Sydney.

www.sydneyswans.com.au

Sir Dane chatting on Swans website..
Stoked hes one of our captains

I'm comfortable enough with my masculinity to say **** Rampe is a sexy man

 

[SwansProudly]

 

[bedford]

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coming up on SEN

 

[hairy biker]

IF last week's sliding doors from Damien Barrett (that Buddy might deliberately only kick four this week) was dumb as (even in jest)
THEN I think he speaks for for the footy world this week

IF ...​

Paddy McCartin's last AFL match was game No.35 in round 16, 2018 ...

THEN ...​

absorb that slowly, and factor in the hardship, the unknown and the fear that has been at play in the time since. Game No.36 for him will be Saturday night, with new team Sydney and alongside his brother Tom, who was playing game No.7 in that corresponding round in 2018. This is one of the great stories of 2022, no matter what happens next.

 

[ScrewInStuds]

Rampe: McCartin to bring versatility

Sydney Swans co-captain Dane Rampe said he’s looking forward to seeing the McCartin brothers in action together in Saturday night's match against crosstown rival Greater Western Sydney.

www.sydneyswans.com.au

Sir Dane chatting on Swans website..
Stoked hes one of our captains

"I’m looking forward to seeing the McCartin one-two punch.”

Interesting choice of words...

 

[Glenn_]

40 years of Sydney - look how far we've come.

The Sydney Swans are built on hard work and a relentless drive for success, and as we venture into the 2022 season, we acknowledge our proud past, rich history, and promising future.

www.sydneyswans.com.au

 

[Ticky009]

‘It puts bums on seats’: What it’s like to be ‘that guy’ for the Swans

In a past life, Barry Hall was the star of the show in the AFL’s opening round in Sydney. He knows exactly how it feels to be in Lance Franklin’s shoes as the man who people pay to see.

www.smh.com.au

 

[Mister B]

IF last week's sliding doors from Damien Barrett (that Buddy might deliberately only kick four this week) was dumb as (even in jest)
THEN I think he speaks for for the footy world this week

Bloody hell my head hurt reading that. I think I may offer my services in remedial grammar and punctuation lessons.

 

[RubbaDuck]

Neither Ziebell nor Hewett are fast. McLean ran Zeibell down. Hewett is clever not fast.

I agree wholly with the sentiment that experience can be as effective as speed. Jude Bolton was also considered slow in his later playing years, until he chased and ran down Dangerfield on a wing.

McPoint was another who wasn't considered fast, but as a wily old fox with a vantage point from the half back line he could see the game unfold and direct our players as needed. If Kennedy can offer a similar role, while still providing coverage where needed inside the packs, he will remain a key game-maker and might even extend his career for another premiership or two. Kennedy across half back can also pick up any big bodied mids who try to slip forward to snag a few goals. When it comes to negating another player, Kennedy easily covers the loss of Hewett. He can also play fairly tall if needed. In the Rd3 Richmond game Kennedy was constantly hassling and bumping Martin, to put him off his game. His brute strength is a match for just about anyone. The half back line is a dangerous place to let a player slip a tackle. Kennedy sticks tackles as well as anyone.

Barring injury, Kennedy still has a lot to offer, but perhaps his team lifting cameos will be less frequent. His 42 disposals, 6 marks and 7 tackles in the Rd 6 loss to GC last year reminded fans that he's still capable of lifting the team when our backs are to the wall. Soft tissue injuries are kryptonite at this stage of a champion's career. His move to half back will better manage his load, and he will still be a big game hero when needed. Had he been fit for last year's elimination final, I'm certain he'd have covered the absence of Mills sufficiently that we'd have knocked over GWS. Having both Kennedy and Mills out at the same time really hurt us. Given Mills may have ongoing achilles problems and Kennedy's not going to get any younger, I think it's a smart move by Horse to lessen our dependence on having one or both of them fit.

Kennedy will come in handy if we're exposed again, but while our midfield is holding up he can continue to add value as an experienced head across half-back

 

[Ticky009]

Oh Gerard. For someone who works for Fox Sports part of the Murdoch empire, perhaps you should be looking for answers closer to home as to why the newspapers & radio in Sydney have been resoundingly quiet.

Franklin’s 1000th goal could become an “embarrassment for the game” due to fixture “risk”

“I’m absolutely petrified this is going to be a blot and an embarrassment for the game.”

www.sen.com.au

Audio from the above article

Round 1 - AFL's mistake for Buddy's milestone

Gerard Whateley and Gerard Whateley have their thoughts.

player.whooshkaa.com

 

[TheWhiteRhino]

Oh Gerard. For someone who works for Fox Sports part of the Murdoch empire, perhaps you should be looking for answers closer to home as to why the newspapers & radio in Sydney have been resoundingly quiet.

Franklin’s 1000th goal could become an “embarrassment for the game” due to fixture “risk”

“I’m absolutely petrified this is going to be a blot and an embarrassment for the game.”

www.sen.com.au

They are 100% right about the venue and the timeslot. The AFL has killed the romanticism of the (potential) occasion. This should have been a marquee Friday or Saturday night match up at the SCG (preferably against the Hawks). The scheduling reeks of a money grab. I'd say it's more disappointing for the Club, the fans and Buddy (although not unpredictable) than embarrassing

 

[caesar88]

Oh Gerard. For someone who works for Fox Sports part of the Murdoch empire, perhaps you should be looking for answers closer to home as to why the newspapers & radio in Sydney have been resoundingly quiet.

Franklin’s 1000th goal could become an “embarrassment for the game” due to fixture “risk”

“I’m absolutely petrified this is going to be a blot and an embarrassment for the game.”

www.sen.com.au

Sorry Ticky I have to agree with the Gerards. It's an indictment on the AFL that this game is happening in the Saturday twilight timeslot at a venue that means diddly squat to our code. Refreshing to hear this from Whateley as a Victorian too, even if he is only mounting the case because of Buddy.

 

[SGBeach]

A big Buddy larrikin with 'LeBron James vibes': Why the stars love Lance

Ahead of Lance Franklin's 1000-goal milestone, Cal Twomey speaks to coaches and players about this modern-day great

www.afl.com.au

Twomey article on Buddy - not a bad read

 

[Ticky009]

AFL 2022: The six teams that CAN win the flag | Footyology

footyology.com.au

 

[Ticky009]

Easily game of the round so far. Cheer Cheer.

Restricted Content - The Mongrel Punt

Content from our archives commencing with the 2018 season is restricted to members only. Gotta look after the people that look after us. Want a peek?

themongrelpunt.com

Buddy won't mind waiting as Swans run over Giants

Lance Franklin's 1000th goal is still at least a week away after teammates did the scoring against GWS

www.afl.com.au

‘Miracle man’ steals the show; familiar foe denies Buddy magical 1000 milestone: 3-2-1

‘Miracle man’ steals the show; familiar foe denies Buddy magical 1000 milestone: 3-2-1

www.foxsports.com.au

Buddy’s countdown continues as Parker inspires Swans to thrilling win

Lance Franklin’s 1000th goal will have to wait for another week. This match belonged to Luke Parker, whose five goals helped the Swans overcome a serious challenge from the Giants.

www.theage.com.au

Swans' deep midfield gives Horse a new weapon up forward

Luke Parker is set to spend more time up forward after his stunning performance in round one

www.afl.com.au

Parker bags five in Swans' win over GWS

Sydney fans turned out in the hope of watching Lance Franklin get his 1000th AFL goal but it was another Swans champion, Luke Parker, who starred with five goals in their 20-point win over GWS at Accor Stadium.

www.espn.com.au

Fans remain at fever pitch as Buddy closes on 1000 goals in Swans win

Lance Franklin’s quest to become just the sixth VFL/AFL player to kick 1000 career goals will have to wait another week

www.theguardian.com

 

[caesar88]

Love this from one of our skippers. Embracing the hype and even adding to it!

‘Our team’s gone to another level’: Why Parker is so bullish about Sydney’s season

Luke Parker has credited the rise of Sydney’s next generation of midfielders for giving him the freedom to venture forward and add the sort of attacking spark that swung Saturday night’s AFL derby their way.

www.theage.com.au

 

[SwansProudly]

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[Ticky009]

I'll group these 'Round 1 Report card type' articles together as they feature Swans

Nine things we learned: Surprise jet key to Sydney’s 2022 fortunes

The crucial role for dashing Swan, revived Magpies have a bargain in their midfield, plus more round one lessons

www.afl.com.au

Four A-grade flyers but so-called contenders flop with one big fail: Rd 1 Report Card

Huge fail hangs over finalist, four clubs earn an A: Every AFL club graded in Report Card

www.foxsports.com.au

AFL round 1 briefing: Key takeouts, Rioli clash in spotlight

What we learned from round one of the AFL, as a bone-jarring bump on young gun Matt Rowell comes under scrutiny.

www.theage.com.au

 

[SwansProudly]

Gerard Whateley SEN

Sydney – They’re ready – that was the best win in the highest quality match of the round for mine.

“They’re ready“: Gerard Whateley's snap judgments and word associations for Round 1

Gerard Whateley recaps Round 1 and plays word association with all 18 teams.

www.sen.com.au

 

[Nuggetz]

My Dad said to me when I was kid that you cannot change the umpire's mind . So why argue? I never did. I might hate the decision but I moved on.
I find it juvenile when players go on with it. Get on with the game.

It might have an influence on their next decision. I don't like the backchat either but if something is very dubious, it's hard for the players not to react in the moment imo.