Preview 2023 Rd 1 - GWS Giants v Adelaide Crows, 1.10 pm Sunday 19 March @ Giants Stadium

[Giant Strides]

Game Day Guide: Round 1 v Crows

A new era begins as the GIANTS host the Crows in round one at GIANTS Stadium.

www.gwsgiants.com.au

The GIANTS kick start their 2023 season under new coach Adam Kingsley

Adam Kingsley

Age

49

Ht

183cm

Wt

83kg

Pos.

Mid

Career

Season

Last 5

D

16.9

4star

K

11.5

4star

HB

5.4

4star

M

4.1

4star

T

1.3

3star

No current season stats available

D

16.4

4star

K

10.4

4star

HB

6.0

4star

M

3.0

3star

T

1.0

3star

against the Crows at GIANTS Stadium on Sunday.

MATCH DETAILS

GIANTS v Crows
Sunday, March 19 at 1:10pm
Wangal Country | GIANTS Stadium

Gates open at 12:10pm

MEMBERSHIP AND TICKETING

General Public Tickets

GIANTS fans who wish to get tickets to Sunday's match can purchase directly through Ticketmaster, click here to secure your seats now.

Don’t forget kids go free in '23*! That's right, kids aged 15 and under go free with a ticket to every GIANTS home game in 2023, when accompanied by a paying adult. Plus, we've frozen ticket prices for the third consecutive year, so adult tickets start at just $25!

*Visit gwsgiants.info/tcs for full terms and conditions.

Members Access

If you're a member, getting into the game is easy!

If you have a physical members card, simply have this ready for scanning on arrival at GIANTS Stadium. If you hold a digital ticket, download the GIANTS App and select 'My Tickets' in the menu at bottom on your screen! Then select ‘Rd 1: GWS GIANTS v Adelaide Crows’. From here you'll be able to save your ticket to your wallet.

For more instructions on mobile ticketing, or if you need any assistance, visit the online Members Hub or our membership team outside the main gate at GIANTS Stadium.

If you’re not a member already - Be bigger in orange in 2023 by becoming one! Perks are bigger in orange, game day is bigger in orange and footy is bigger in orange in 2023. Being a GIANTS member is so much more than just entry to the game.

Jump on board and join the big big sound to get the most out of your footy experience! Join now.

Member of the Match

The GIANTS are rewarding a lucky member each week for simply coming to the game!

Keep an eye on the big screen for the announcement of our Member of the Match and to find out how to collect your prize.

Members Bar

The Members Bar is back in 2023, located on the concourse within the Members Stand. All members can access this space both pre-game and during the match. Members receive 10 per cent off selected food and drink in the Members Bar.

GAME DAY ACTIVITIES

Sneaky Sound System

Get the party started with Sneaky Sound System performing at GIANTS Stadium pre-match and during half-time!

Activations

Visit the Harvey Norman team chill out zone in the precinct and join in all of the fun and games with table tennis, GIANT Connect 4 and giveaways!

Quarter-Time

Dare to be Loud with Harvey Norman and JBL! Get up on your feet during the quarter-time break and show off your best dance moves during Harvey Norman Dance Cam for your chance to win a $100 Harvey Norman Gift Card!

Fan Zone

• The GIANTS Fan Zone is back in action throughout the season and will be filled with loads of fun and FREE activities for all ages!
• We’ve got the GIANTS Big Kick and Netball inflatables - test your kicking and netball skills at our GIANTS inflatables.
• We’ve also got face painting and airbrush tattoos available for free in the Fan Zone so make sure you deck yourself out in as much orange as possible to support your GIANTS.

$2 Hot Chips

Feed the family and enjoy a footy favourite with $2 hot chips all season long! (While stock lasts, limit of two per transaction, visit gwsgiants.info/tcs for full terms and conditions)

GETTING TO GIANTS STADIUM

Trains run regularly to Olympic Park and the Stadium is a short walk from the station.

You'll need to use an Opal card or contactless payment card/device. Register your details online at Opal or via the app ahead of time.

Plan your trip here.

If you’re driving, consider pre-booking your parking online, available until 11:59pm the night before the game. The best parking for GIANTS Stadium is the P1 and P6 car parks.

POST-MATCH FUNCTION

Following our clash against the Crows, we’re inviting you to come back to the home of the GIANTS, the VALO Community Centre, to meet the players and visit the GIANTS Shop!

MERCHANDISE

The GIANTS Shop at GIANTS Stadium is located inside Gate D. Member discounts and GIANTS Shop vouchers can be redeemed at outlets at the Stadium or at the GIANTS Shop at the VALO Community Centre.

MOST VALUABLE GIANT, PRESENTED BY TOYO TIRES

Vote for your Most Valuable GIANT! After our game on Sunday, GIANTS fans will be able to vote for their most valuable player in a 3, 2, 1 voting style. Vote via our Instagram story or on the GIANTS app - Click here to download it now. The overall winner of the Most Valuable GIANT - as chosen by you - will be awarded the trophy at this year’s Kevin Sheedy Medal.

TEAM SELECTION

The GIANTS will name a 26-man squad at 6:20pm on Thursday before naming the final team at 5pm on Friday at gwsgiants.com.au.

 

[BarryAglett]

I think just getting as many people there as possible is a great thing.
Especially if they see a win.

I grabbed a couple for work colleagues who enjoy live sport. They aren't AFL fans, as such, but it's a cheap way for them to spend a Sunday.

 

[PaythePerryman]

I grabbed a couple for work colleagues who enjoy live sport. They aren't AFL fans, as such, but it's a cheap way for them to spend a Sunday.

Exactly. Perfect way to get people out there. Match day experience needs to be really strong this year.

 

[GWS Goose]

Look. I'd love for XO to find his rhythm but from what I've seen over the last two years and how he only JUST got a contract ...make me think he's not a long term role player for us.
Happy to be wrong but I've watched his kicking and handballing live and it's not up to scratch.
I agree he will play round 1 after that preseason game but by the end of the year I think he will be depth

More people see it your way, than my way. Im definitely in the minority.

 

[GWS Goose]

I grabbed a couple for work colleagues who enjoy live sport. They aren't AFL fans, as such, but it's a cheap way for them to spend a Sunday.

I have a mnumber of mates who are members as Western Sydney Sports fans as opposed to AFL or Giants fans, they are 4 games members but only get to 1 or 2 games a year but like to think of themselves as supporters

 

[PaythePerryman]

I have a mnumber of mates who are members as Western Sydney Sports fans as opposed to AFL or Giants fans, they are 4 games members but only get to 1 or 2 games a year but like to think of themselves as supporters

How do you think they will be converted to Giants fan? Can they be? Is it just winning?

 

[Giant Pete]

Or dispose of it cleanly.
I think he's really going to struggle with youth like Rowston ready to find opportunity. For a first year player Rowston looks physically ready to go and super aggressive.

Has anyone seen Rowston play?

 

[Giant Strides]

Has anyone seen Rowston play?

Not this year. I watched footage of him playing during the U18 Champs last year.

 

[GWS Goose]

How do you think they will be converted to Giants fan? Can they be? Is it just winning?

maybe. I think they'll forever be casual fans.

Over time we will pick up more and more of them. Much like the storm in rugby league and the swans in the AFL.

Casual fans are super important long term to any sporting venture. The odd one will become a rusted on fan (like me), but most will continue to follow when convenient.

 

[Ppollen]

Has anyone seen Rowston play?

Yeah he's a pretty tough player. He's built quite well now too.

 

[GWS Goose]

Has anyone seen Rowston play?

only allies footage.

He actually played forward a bit and kicked a stack of goals.

He looked really good in the the footage I saw. I reluctant to say who he reminded me of, but I saw a bit of Petracca in him. By know way am I suggesting that Petracca will ever be as good as Rowsten , but I saw some similarities. I have never heard anyone say this, so I might be dreaming a bit

 

[Simmofreo]

Though disappointing that we've started the season having to do this.

It is for us that know the history. However Adelaide are not a big crowd drawer in sydney. But both teams look exciting this year.

So a giants win, with a bigger looking crowd on TV will definitely help the snowball start to roll.

I am a member of the Macarthur bulls in the A-league as well, and I think the same things as I do at giants home games. So so many people to draw a crowd from in WS, why can’t they get bums on seats.

All conned with success I guess.


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[Orange crush]

Getting bums on seats after the pandemic/wet weather/ poor play of the last few years has to be a win. Let the boys play in front of more than 6 blokes and a dog and get some excitement back

 

[Giant Strides]

If we get a huge crowd for round 1, then we could call it a successful outcome. I agree about the desire to generate a buzz.

 

[PaythePerryman]

I've sent that promo to heaps of people I know. Why not.
If every member can encourage mates then it'll be a good vibe.

 

[Gigantic]

Positive news re Daniels

GIANTS Forward in Frame for Crows Clash

Brent Daniels could be ready for the GIANTS' round one clash against the Crows at GIANTS Stadium.

www.gwsgiants.com.au

 

[Giant Strides]

Positive news re Daniels

GIANTS Forward in Frame for Crows Clash

Brent Daniels could be ready for the GIANTS' round one clash against the Crows at GIANTS Stadium.

www.gwsgiants.com.au

Yes, but I still read the tea leaves as unlikely for round 1. We really don't want to rush him, and have him miss yet another season.

 

[MelbourneGWS]

the predicted 23 - I think it’s about right and is a strong team that should beat Adelaide

GWS​

GWS's predicted 23 vs Adelaide​

Full Back	Isaac Cumming	Sam Taylor	Connor Idun
Half Back	Lachlan Ash	Nick Haynes	Lachie Whitfield
Centre	Josh Kelly	Stephen Coniglio	Finn Callaghan
Half Forward	Toby Greene (c)	Jesse Hogan	James Peatling
Full Forward	Jake Riccardi	Harry Himmelberg	Daniel Lloyd
Followers	Braydon Preuss	Tom Green	Callan Ward
Interchange	Harry Perryman	Matt Flynn	Jacob Wehr
	Adam Kennedy
Substitute	Xavier O'Halloran

AFL 2023: Every team's predicted 23 for round one | Sporting News Australia

With the AFL season is just around the corner, we're going to take a look at how your club might look come round one.

www.sportingnews.com

 

[Giant Strides]

Close. I suspect perhaps 1 or 2 different to that, just depending on AK's preferences (& whether Binga gets up). Strong team though.

 

[Giant Gutsache]

the predicted 23 - I think it’s about right and is a strong team that should beat Adelaide

GWS​

GWS's predicted 23 vs Adelaide​

Full Back	Isaac Cumming	Sam Taylor	Connor Idun
Half Back	Lachlan Ash	Nick Haynes	Lachie Whitfield
Centre	Josh Kelly	Stephen Coniglio	Finn Callaghan
Half Forward	Toby Greene (c)	Jesse Hogan	James Peatling
Full Forward	Jake Riccardi	Harry Himmelberg	Daniel Lloyd
Followers	Braydon Preuss	Tom Green	Callan Ward
Interchange	Harry Perryman	Matt Flynn	Jacob Wehr
	Adam Kennedy
Substitute	Xavier O'Halloran

AFL 2023: Every team's predicted 23 for round one | Sporting News Australia

With the AFL season is just around the corner, we're going to take a look at how your club might look come round one.

www.sportingnews.com

Good looking team. With Adelaide likely to play 3 tall forwards, I’d prefer to see Leek on the bench.

 

[PaythePerryman]

Good looking team. With Adelaide likely to play 3 tall forwards, I’d prefer to see Leek on the bench.

Agreed.
Drop one of the Rucks and play Leek.
Sam Taylor on Tex and then Leek on Fog or do we send Idun to tackle that?
Rachele - Ash
Rankine - Cumming

 

[MelbourneGWS]

Yes, I like to see Leek either starting or on the bench. I would have also liked to have seen Cadman debut, but it’s only a matter of a few games before he plays AFL this year

 

[PaythePerryman]

Yes, I like to see Leek either starting or on the bench. I would have also liked to have seen Cadman debut, but it’s only a matter of a few games before he plays AFL this year

Riccardi is only 23 and kicked 4 in the praccy. I reckon he might take the jump this year.
Ideally if Ricca and Hogan are firing we can send Himmel back and start Cadman sometime mid year.

 

[MelbourneGWS]

I've sent that promo to heaps of people I know. Why not.
If every member can encourage mates then it'll be a good vibe.

I got an offer to redeem upto 4 free tickets? With face paintings and giveaways at the ground, it is a great opportunity to introduce families to the team and game. Our strategy seems to be to maximise attendance from the very start, given the poor crowds at Giants stadium last year.

 

[MelbourneGWS]

Riccardi is only 23 and kicked 4 in the praccy. I reckon he might take the jump this year.
Ideally if Ricca and Hogan are firing we can send Himmel back and start Cadman sometime mid year.

HH was great in the backline, but there’s less of a need for him there as we do seem to be relatively stronger in the backline now? In any case, I thought Adam wanted HH to play forwards?

 

[PaythePerryman]

HH was great in the backline, but there’s less of a need for him there as we do seem to be relatively stronger in the backline now? In any case, I thought Adam wanted HH to play forwards?

We do have a strong backline. But it would be stronger with him in it with Haynes not showing a lot of form lately.

At the moment we need him in the forward line that's for sure.

I was just saying that IF we want Cadman to get some games an we lose a defender that could be a great way to make it happen.