AFLW Autopsy Swans v Carlton, R9 1.05 PM Sunday 12 October @ HENSON

[SwansProudly]

 

[Callipygian]

I've already posted that I think this match against Carlton is absolutely vital to our finals chances. If we get beaten this weekend I think 90% we won't be playing finals.

And, in more, ominous news, I'm concerned the Chloe Molloy won't play. Today she did not participate in training at all, was just on the sidelines. She hasn't been mentioned in the injury report (which will be highly suspect if she doesn't play) but clearly there is an issue with her body. Hopefully they are just managing the issue and she does get up. However it could also explain the decline in her output since her red hot start to the season.

Anyway, I didn't really want to be the thread starter but this seemed the best place to post this intel. Was good to see the girls running around. There were about 3 Academy players involved (possibly including Neyland and Quinn but I couldn't confidently recognise them) but they looked a bit out of their depth to me. I think Juneja may also have been involved - so maybe she's a chance at getting on the list? Time will tell.

I'll be there on Sunday, cheering us on. Hope many others can make it too!

 

[Jack Lord]

I understand Sofia Hurley was not training today and Chloe was largely resting on the sidelines. Anyone know more?

 

[Callipygian]

I understand Sofia Hurley was not training today and Chloe was largely resting on the sidelines. Anyone know more?

I was at training and can confirm same but not sure I can add any more. What were you hoping to find out? Whether they will play? I don't know the answer to that unfortunately.

Even if both Chloe and Sofia miss, we can still win provided we're completely committed and disciplined.

 

[Callipygian]

Scott Gowans has confirmed that we see this game as a 'knockout final': .

 

[Jack Lord]

I was at training and can confirm same but not sure I can add any more. What were you hoping to find out? Whether they will play?

Yeah, I wondered if anyone knew why and whether they'd play.

 

[liz]

Maybe the clubs can raise the stakes. Winner gets both Hayward and Curnow (with a token 4th round pick going the other way as consideration).

Though if we substitute JMac for Hayward, maybe Gardiner will have a blinder.

 

[Callipygian]

Hurley confirmed as an injury and out. Van Loon is in. Molloy is also named, which is a positive.

Someone else is out too because Sargent-Wilson or Moloney is due to come in also. Maybe Steele-Park?

TEAM: Three changes for Pride Game at Henson Park

Senior coach Scott Gowans has named his side.

www.sydneyswans.com.au

 

[Nitrogen1]

Anyone know why we're playing Morphett, Reid and Lexi again? Didn't seem to work last week.

 

[liz]

Anyone know why we're playing Morphett, Reid and Lexi again? Didn't seem to work last week.

Almost nothing worked last week. If that’s our criterion for team selection this week it will be Zippy vs Carlton.

 

[Callipygian]

Team selection:

The Swans have lost classy midfielder Sofia Hurley to injury for the second time this season, with Darcy Moloney earning a return for a must-win clash with Carlton. First-year players Sarah Steele-Park and Amelia Martin have both been omitted, while Ash Van Loon and Ruby Sargent-Wilson return.

TEAM: Three changes for Pride Game at Henson Park

Senior coach Scott Gowans has named his side.

www.sydneyswans.com.au

OUT: Hurley, Martin, Steele-Park

IN: Sergeant-Wilson, Moloney, van Loon

None of these are the players who will make the difference. We need players like McEvoy, Molloy and Ham to step up.

 

[Nitrogen1]

Almost nothing worked last week. If that’s our criterion for team selection this week it will be Zippy vs Carlton.

Very good point lol definitely can't single them out.
(Make it 16 Zippy's v Carlton and we've got a game)

 

[SwansProudly]

From the Swans email:

our AFLW side is returning to Henson Park for Pride Round against Carlton. After a record 7,171 people filled the hill in Round 6 we're looking to do it all again for Sunday afternoon in the sun.

Gates open: 11:35am AEDT
First bounce: 1:05pm AEST

For the members cheering from home:
Tune into 7mate, 7plus, Fox Sports, Binge or Kayo live from 1pm AEST.

Swans Match Day Hub

Lucy

On whether this weekend is a do-or-die match
"Yeah, it is. We're treating it as that. I think every game from here on out is a bit of do or die for us. We've put ourselves in a position where we started really well and the last four weeks haven't been what we wanted. So, this weekend's a really good chance to be able to put our best foot forward.

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Key Quotes: Lucy McEvoy, Round 9

Our AFLW co-captain addressed the media on Friday.

www.sydneyswans.com.au

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Gemma Bastiani

The Swans simply must win to stay in touch with the top eight, while the Blues would like to notch a win to keep their top four chances realistic.

https://www.afl.com.au/aflw/matches/7945#match-preview​

AFL Match Centre

Swans 9th Carlton 6th

Swans are coming off 4 losses in a row, Carlton have 3 wins from last four games



Swans by 11 points



#CheerThis

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[SwansProudly]

 

[SwansProudly]

A shuttle bus will be available to pick up members and fans from Sydenham Station and Henson Park in Round 9.

 

[Mister B]

Well doesn't this sum up our season. Opportunities laid out and shot ourselves in the foot.

 

[Mister B]

Good persistence from Chloe to draw the holding / in the back free. Unfortunately she looks like she has pulled up sore.

 

[Mister B]

Forward pressure very good to start.

 

[Mister B]

Kennedy with some hard running early. Lowered the eyes well to hit A. Hamilton. Once again we piss it up the wall.

 

[Day_night_honourer]

Onya Chloe!

Can’t wait until Ham starts nailing those goals on the run - so exciting to watch!!

 

[Mister B]

Again, lower the eyes in the forward line and it pays off. Well done Lulu for finishing off the hard work in the forward line.

 

[Mister B]

Holy shit. Zippy to Chloe. As gorgeous to watch as Gulden to Heeney.

 

[RilesMacca]

Great hit up from Zippy

 

[kangle4]

Really good passage of play.

 

[Day_night_honourer]

Ahh, Zippy to Moy - a joy to watch.


Good to have some scoreboard impact after all that time in our 50

 

[Mister B]

Finally Ham!!!!! So ****ing good to watch at full stride.