News Swans Talk in the Media 2023

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Fox reckon we'll come in 6th. And provided this current analysis - we have little room in our salary cap. Which as you know, totally contradicts offering big bucks to a certain off contract player...which they also reported

Contender to crash top four; Magpies’ brutal freefall: Full predicted ‘23 AFL ladder

Contender to crash top four; Magpies’ brutal freefall: Full predicted ‘23 AFL ladder

www.foxsports.com.au

 

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Cal Twomey the only one who has us missing the 8. No surprise there.

Crystal Ball: Our predictions for the 2023 AFL season are in

Premiership, Brownlow, recruit of the year. We make the call

www.afl.com.au

Franklin milestones

Milestone men: The landmark moments to watch for in 2023

We take a closer look at the impending player and coach milestones to watch for this season

www.afl.com.au

Swans talk from On the Couch - will we or won't we make Finals

Is Pies’ honeymoon is over? How deep are Swans’ scars? Verdict on AFL’s seven biggest questions

Is Pies’ honeymoon is over? How deep are Swans’ scars? Verdict on AFL’s seven biggest questions

www.foxsports.com.au

Expectation of Buddy this year...which is pretty much what we said last year tbh

Swans play down Buddy expectations in legend’s final season

Lance Franklin is expected to play in Sydney’s AFL season opener against the Gold Coast Suns on Saturday night but questions remain over whether he still has the juice to compete at the highest level.

www.theage.com.au

 

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JPK interview

Why former Swans captain says club should look to Geelong for inspiration

Former Swan Josh Kennedy believes Sydney's young stars will help the grand finalists surge in 2023.

www.sen.com.au

Tom Harley Interview

 

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Stephens & Sheldrick contract talks info

The Blue next in line, Swan in talks, Gov's next move

Check out all the latest trade news from around the League

www.afl.com.au

 

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Temper trap: Ladhams’ inner battle could define Sydney’s start to AFL season

Peter Ladhams is in make-or-break territory for the Swans after spending the summer working with a sports psychologist to learn the right way to react when the red mist descends in a match.

www.smh.com.au

 

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Reasons To Be Cheerful

Can Swans rebound from grand final humiliation to make AFL history? | Courtney Walsh

It depends whether John Longmire’s young team can buck a dispiriting historical trend dating back almost four decades

www.theguardian.com

Trigger warning: Sliding Doors

IF Curnow won a Coleman after two years out ... THEN

Sliding Doors is back for 2023 ... and Damo's got plenty to say

www.afl.com.au

Buddy Talk

‘He’s still a topliner’: What is a reasonable expectation for 36-year-old Buddy?

Reflecting the respect he commands, not one of the former players and Swans insiders we spoke with have dared write him off as a spent force - but there is a caveat.

www.theage.com.au

Predictions Scorecard - which covers the Swans expectations about halfway down the page

Mongrel Scorecard - Volume Three - The Mongrel Punt

As we hit game day, Jimmy Ayres makes the big statements and the Mongrel team respond in this week's version if The Mongrel Scorecard

themongrelpunt.com

 

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The Chad comes home strong last year

The Mongrel Punt Midfield Title Belt - 2023 Preview - The Mongrel Punt

The Chad is The Champ he is doing into Round One, but Touk Miller, Matt Rowell, Noah Anderson all have eyes on the Mongrel Midfield Title

themongrelpunt.com

 

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Here we go, all articles relating to tonights game...and as suspected its all about Buddy's bump.

Swans shake off GF ghosts in Suns thumping, but is Bud in trouble?

Sydney proved too strong for a flat Gold Coast outfit in the opening round of the season

www.afl.com.au

Match Report & Coaches Post match press conferences....Horse with a cheeky reminder its been 6 months since the GF and there's another season underway.

AFL - News, Fixtures, Scores & Results - AFL.com.au

Australian Football League. All the latest AFL news, video, results and information

www.afl.com.au

Buddy’s bump sours ‘exceptional’ Swans win over hapless Suns: 3-2-1

Buddy’s bump sours ‘exceptional’ Swans win over hapless Suns: 3-2-1

www.foxsports.com.au

Swans monster Suns but Buddy under scrutiny; Port Adelaide recruits fire in big win over Lions

It was Sydney who monstered Gold Coast on Saturday night, catching them on the nod early, then cruising to a 49-point win. And Port Adelaide’s pair of prized recruits have made instant impacts in a 54-point belting of the Brisbane Lions.

www.theage.com.au

Sydney v Gold Coast - Mongrel Review - The Mongrel Punt

The Sydney Swans laid waste to the Suns in their 2023 season opener, waltzing away with a 49-point win that flattered Gold Coast

themongrelpunt.com

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post match interview

 

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A whole of of what I call lazybits - reviews featuring bits a pieces on teams of which we are but one of....and then there's Lance

Nine things we learned: These aren't the same old Saints

Ross has some new tricks, the Swans have no GF demons plus more lessons from R1

www.afl.com.au

The big talking points and questions out of AFL Round 1

Everything you need to know from Round 1!

www.sen.com.au

Kysaiah Pickett & Lance Franklin learn MRO fate after high bumps

See the MRO's verdicts below.

www.sen.com.au

Four points: Mitchell move outshines ‘Grawndy’ debut, Kozzie and Buddy’s bad timing, ‘Weid’ gets his chance

Both Collingwood and Melbourne will be feeling content with their big off-season recruiting moves, a trio of stars will regret the timing of poorly executed bumps and a Bombers newcomer now has his chance to shine.

www.theage.com.au

Swans smash Suns in perfect season opener - ESPN Video

Sydney proved too good for Gold Coast to run away with a 49-point win in round one of the 2023 AFL season.

www.espn.com.au

 

[Kiama Chris]

Contract Talk regarding Rampe & Sheldrick

Young Roo closes on contract, U18 star gets VFL shot

Check out all the latest trade news from around the League

www.afl.com.au

And of course the only question the media can ask Horse about is Buddy

‘He’s a competitor’: Swans unfazed by Buddy ban amid big tactical shift without him

‘He’s a competitor’: Swans unfazed by Buddy ban amid big tactical shift without him

www.foxsports.com.au

Rampe in the numbers for Defensive player of the year over on Mongrel Punt

Defensive Player of the Year - Round One Results - The Mongrel Punt

Only at The Mongrel Punt do defenders get the recognition they deserve. Here are the Defensive Player of the Year ranks for Round One, 2023

themongrelpunt.com

Another giggle from Titus.

 

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How freaking good was that for a win!

No Buddy worries: Talls stand up as Swans smash Hawks

The Swans have overpowered the Hawks as two young talls starred

www.afl.com.au

Swans’ next gen shines without Buddy; Hawks horror show hits scary 16-year worst: 3-2-1

Swans’ next gen shines without Buddy; Hawks horror show hits scary 16-year worst: 3-2-1

www.foxsports.com.au

Generation next cover Buddy’s booking as Swans thrash Hawthorn

Lance Franklin’s suspension replacement Joel Amartey and even younger forward Logan McDonald kicked nine goals between them as the Swans easily beat Hawthorn.

www.theage.com.au

Paywalled articles:

Sydney v Hawthorn - The Big Questions - The Mongrel Punt

Three late goals saved the Hawks from a 100+ point massacre at the hands of the Swans. HB asks the Big Questions stemming from the game

themongrelpunt.com

Match Report from Herald Sun

 

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Horse coming up after 8 on SEN with Buckley and Cornes

SEN Breakfast

SEN Breakfast delivers more analysis and insights on the stories that matter the most to the Melbourne audience. The benchmark when it comes to football experience, Garry, Tim, Bucks, Kane and Kingy's expertise and insight sets the agenda each morning.

www.sen.com.au

lists John Longmire interview 15mins.

Edit: direct link

 

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The following 2 articles are paywalled.

Five Undefeated Teams - The Real Deals, Or Something Else - The Mongrel Punt

After two rounds, Essendon, Sydney, Collingwood, St Kilda and North Melbourne remain undefeated. . Who are the real deals in 2023?

themongrelpunt.com

And here a timely callout that Mills spent a fair part of the game out on the wing and let the younger team mates work in the middle. In hindsight I feel that perhaps we used this game against the Hawks as an opportunity to let Gulden & co get some more experience in there while Millsy and his sore hand were out of the middle

Wingman of the Year Award - Round Two Results - The Mongrel Punt

As coaches chop and change their lineups, time is right for established wingmen to make their move. Round Two Wingman of the Year results

themongrelpunt.com

And my favourite podcast Pure Footy is back

https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/purefooty-episode-1-2023/video/82a85c0d1b3ae5ab1a38aabbb2c61879

 

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Well this won't be pleasant reading:

Fierce Dees turn it on to stun Swans at the 'G

Melbourne's second-half dominance led to a 50-point win over Sydney

www.afl.com.au

Dees’ new ‘cult figure’ fills club’s ‘missing’ piece; Swans’ Buddy conundrum rears head: The 3-2-1

Dees’ new ‘cult figure’ fills club’s ‘missing’ piece; Swans’ Buddy conundrum rears head: The 3-2-1

www.foxsports.com.au

Van Rooyen announces himself to the competition as Dees claim Swans' scalp

Melbourne has claimed a big scalp, defeating Sydney by 50 points at the MCG.

www.sen.com.au

No Gawn, no worries as Dees steamroll Swans

Despite fielding a makeshift forward line, weakened further by an injury to spearhead Ben Brown, the Demons piled on their biggest score against the Swans in 12 years.

www.theage.com.au

Melbourne v Sydney - The Mongrel Review - The Mongrel Punt

The Dees brought the Swans back to reality with a powerful 50-point win on Sunday. Matt Parnell has the details of the Melbourne win

themongrelpunt.com

 

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Tom Harley interview

 

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Talk on ringing in the changes. Does Sheldrick come in? Does Stephens get dropped?

In the mix, R4: Who's under the pump, who's pushing for selection?

Our reporters predict all the ins and outs ahead of round four

www.afl.com.au

Power Rankings:

True contenders, flawed favourites and heavenly rise of 2023’s big surprise: Power Rankings

True contenders, flawed favourites and rise of 2023’s big surprise: AFL Power Rankings

www.foxsports.com.au

Getting whacked twice in a row at the G is a concern - stating the bloody obvious

Hasleby’s AFL club and player power rankings after Round 3

The weekly rankings.

www.sen.com.au

Heeney not doing enough:

The Harsh Truths After Round Three - The Mongrel Punt

Are we still in the fluffy "footy's back" phase? Or are we ready for some harsh truths after Round Three? HB has some for you

themongrelpunt.com

 

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Read all about it

Last-gasp kick falls short as Power surge past injury-hit Swans

Port Adelaide has come from the clouds to overrun Sydney in a bruising encounter

www.afl.com.au

Longmire circumspect on McCartin, Hinkley praises Port character

Paddy McCartin suffered another worrying concussion during Sydney's loss to Port Adelaide

www.afl.com.au

A 'miracle' win for Port (while the Swans lost 2 players) whatever

‘Miracle win’ stuns AFL as young Swan heartbroken over chaotic final siren scenes

‘Miracle win’ stuns AFL as young Swan heartbroken over chaotic final siren scenes

www.foxsports.com.au

Port Adelaide hang on in a thriller as Florent buzzer beater falls just short

Port Adelaide survived a kick after the siren to claim their second win of the season.

www.sen.com.au

Paddy McCartin concussed again as Swans fall agonisingly short against Port

Swans defender Paddy McCartin faces an uncertain future after suffering another concussion during Sydney’s dramatic loss to Port Adelaide at the SCG on Saturday night.

www.theage.com.au

Paywalled articles:

Port Adelaide v Sydney - Mongrel Talking Points - The Mongrel Punt

An after the siren shot from Ollie Florent fell short of the mark as Port Adelaide held on to record a great win over the Swans. HB is on it!

themongrelpunt.com

https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/round-4-teams-darcy-byrnejones-and-tom-clurey-dropped-for-swans-clash/news-story/afd8fc3892ae6e634bc2c24712dfaf0e

 

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Always a happier read when we win.

Happy Paps: Six-goal hero leads Swans past injury-hit Tigers

Tom Papley was the star of the show as Sydney hit back to thump Richmond in Adelaide

www.afl.com.au

Super Swan’s six sinks Richmond as ‘ugly’ Tigers can’t handle the heat: 3-2-1

Super Swan’s six sinks Richmond as ‘ugly’ Tigers can’t handle the heat: 3-2-1

www.foxsports.com.au

‘Massive stitch-up’: Drama as Swans denied goal by loose goalpost padding

‘Someone didn’t do their job properly’: ‘Extraordinary’ drama as Swans cop ‘massive stitch-up’

www.foxsports.com.au

Tom Papley bags six as Swans slam door on Richmond fightback

Six crucial goals from Tom Papley have helped the Sydney Swans hold off a second-half Richmond rampage and notch a much-needed 44-point win in a pulsating game three of the AFL’s Gather Round.

www.theage.com.au

Paywalled articles:

Sydney v Richmond - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly - The Mongrel Punt

The Swans were flying high again, knocking over the Tigers t move to 3-2 and leaving Richmond with just one and a half wins. HB has the GBU

themongrelpunt.com

https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/afl-news-how-do-richmond-turn-their-season-around/news-story/0db253622d46ec37c97edf28fdc18b8d

 

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Longmire makes the cut

David King’s top five coaches through five rounds of the 2023 AFL season

“It’s a good time now to have a look at how your coach is travelling.”

www.sen.com.au

 

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Match Reports from tonights game

 

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IF eyebrows were raised when TDK was 'managed' ... THEN

Sliding Doors is back for 2023 ... and Damo's got plenty to say

www.afl.com.au

Everything that's wrong with AFL Media in Sydney. One day before the Derby and this is what we get in the SMH - all Melbourne centric. Disgusting.

 

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And the bunsen burner is on medium.

‘Not a one-game issue’: Alarming flaw Swans must fix quick … and they know it

‘Not a one-game issue’: Alarming flaw Swans must fix quick … and they know it

www.foxsports.com.au

Moment that could haunt contender as fading powerhouse cops horror fail: AFL Report Card

Clarko can’t hide after ugly surrender; moment that could haunt contender: AFL Report Card

www.foxsports.com.au

We're in bracket 3

 

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Already written us off against the Magpies - can't say that's an unexpected call

Freak Pies feat masks a scary flag truth as pretenders exposed in fresh flop: Power Rankings

Freak Pies feat masks a scary flag truth as pretenders exposed in fresh flop: Power Rankings

www.foxsports.com.au

 

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Interview: Talks about the new course he's running on how to identify talent etc

 

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