Media Swans Talk in the Media 2024

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[Ticky009]

Isaac Heeney is set for a move into the midfield in 2024 ahead of the season-opener against Melbourne.

Heeney on his new role, Grundy's impact and Swans' early goals

Isaac Heeney is set for a slightly different role with the Swans this season

www.afl.com.au

He's always set for a move into the midfield...then stuff happens and he's back forward, which I still believe is his best spot.

 

[anotherletdown]

well, ok, i can't fault that argument

It's the big footy formula... and generally the way of internet forums.

Except, of course, on the Swans board. Where fairness and respect set a shining light for all of mankind

 

[anotherletdown]

It's based on the sound I believe

It's the vibe

 

[dosser]

It's based on the sound I believe

Correct. Usually an aspirated 'H' is preceded by 'An', however that has fallen by the wayside now, as its usage has evolved. That's why we don't hear 'An history lesson' any more.

Oh, and let's talk about the media something

 

[bedford]

It’s a travesty that neither LRT nor Troy Luff has made the list.

Luff, in particular, not only hailed from a part of NSW that has produced very few AFL players, he continued to play and coach in the local leagues well into middle age. I’d have thought he deserved recognition for his contribution to local Sydney footy as much as his achievement of Swans cult figure.

And reflecting a little more, Lockett’s name on the list feels a little out of place. Is he the only ex-player on the list that isn’t a NSWelshman? Though if Goodes was invited, that would have made two. But then how about MickyO whose career stacks up just fine against the likes of McVeigh and Jack and Kirk and Barry, and who has remained in NSW post retirement and been involved in coaching both in our academy and with the RAMS and currently serves on our board.

There might've been a limit on numbers as it goes back to the beginning and i'm sure they will be on .

 

[bedford]

Okay team, Lachlan McKirdy reporting the Sydney papers are full of Swans stories , please

 

[Ticky009]

 

[bedford]

Can we read any of them Ticks

 

[bedford]

Heeney is the cover in the latest addition of Mens Health Magazine

 

[bloodsbigot]

Hayward trying to absorb some actual talent. Sucking it up like a Deatheater.

Edit: dementor

 

[Dubai Quacker]

NSW's inaugural Hall of Fame announced on historic day

The AFL will host a gala dinner in May to celebrate the inaugural NSW Australian Football Hall of Fame

www.afl.com.au

I’m not entirely clear on what the criteria are - but I attended a seminar for the GO Foundation at which Adam Goodes was the keynote speaker a couple of months ago.

When asked about who drove the evolution of the Swans’ strong culture (and how), most expected him to reply Roos, or perhaps Paul Kelly.

He didn’t (although he certainly acknowledged both).

In Adam’s view the prime driver was Stuart Maxfield. He spoke so highly of Maxfield - the way he led by example, was elected captain by his peers and drove the culture that culminated in the 2005 flag.

I came away feeling that perhaps Maxfield is the most under appreciated Swan & the AFL in NSW owes him a debt of gratitude.

 

[hairy biker]

In Adam’s view the prime driver was Stuart Maxfield. He spoke so highly of Maxfield - the way he led by example, was elected captain by his peers and drove the culture that culminated in the 2005 flag.

I came away feeling that perhaps Maxfield is the most under appreciated Swan & the AFL in NSW owes him a debt of gratitude.

I think Maxfield is certainly recognised internally as the driving force and was inducted into the Swans HOF in 2011 with particular mention of the 'Bloods Culture'.

External HOF's generally look at player's stats/achievements, rather than the 'intangibles' and although Stewie racked up 200 games I don't think it's particularly surprising for him to be overlooked, at this point, by the NSW AFL HOF.

 

[Callipygian]

I’m not entirely clear on what the criteria are - but I attended a seminar for the GO Foundation at which Adam Goodes was the keynote speaker a couple of months ago.

When asked about who drove the evolution of the Swans’ strong culture (and how), most expected him to reply Roos, or perhaps Paul Kelly.

He didn’t (although he certainly acknowledged both).

In Adam’s view the prime driver was Stuart Maxfield. He spoke so highly of Maxfield - the way he led by example, was elected captain by his peers and drove the culture that culminated in the 2005 flag.

I came away feeling that perhaps Maxfield is the most under appreciated Swan & the AFL in NSW owes him a debt of gratitude.

Absolutely! When I read in your post "who drove the evolution of the Swans' strong culture", Maxfield's was the first name I thought of. Brett Kirk not too far behind.

Great point about Maxfield being underappreciated. He continued to work with the club doing first player development and then oppo analysis from about 2006-2020 I think. Don't know what he's up to now. Anyway, he deserves recognition because he was a huge part of our drought breaking flag and he didn't get to play on the day despite having resigned the captaincy earlier the same season. However, he's also not a NSWer. From Melbourne.

 

[anotherletdown]

I’m not entirely clear on what the criteria are - but I attended a seminar for the GO Foundation at which Adam Goodes was the keynote speaker a couple of months ago.

When asked about who drove the evolution of the Swans’ strong culture (and how), most expected him to reply Roos, or perhaps Paul Kelly.

He didn’t (although he certainly acknowledged both).

In Adam’s view the prime driver was Stuart Maxfield. He spoke so highly of Maxfield - the way he led by example, was elected captain by his peers and drove the culture that culminated in the 2005 flag.

I came away feeling that perhaps Maxfield is the most under appreciated Swan & the AFL in NSW owes him a debt of gratitude.

I was just about to post this. Stuart Maxfield is a must on this list.

Barassi, Roos and Lockett got us the attention and instant credibility, which stopped the endless Victorian s******ing behind our backs. But the 'bloods' playing ethos were founded by Maxfield - He got the buy-in and set our stall up. We should be forever grateful

We've kept South Melbourne links but were also lucky to have Kelly, Kirk, LRT, McVeigh and now Heeney, Mills and Gulden who have given this club a real local stamp of quality and helped bring the public onboard.

And the administration has been exemplary for decades

The accumulative effect has been exceptional. Couldn't imagine supporting any other club

 

[Jewelsbon]

Hayward trying to absorb some actual talent. Sucking it up like a Deatheater.

I'm a Will supporter, but that is VERY funny!

 

[Ticky009]

Can we read any of them Ticks

The Gulden article isn't online. I suspect its posted online to Code Sports and only in the print edition of the newspaper

 

[Ticky009]

I’m not entirely clear on what the criteria are - but I attended a seminar for the GO Foundation at which Adam Goodes was the keynote speaker a couple of months ago.

When asked about who drove the evolution of the Swans’ strong culture (and how), most expected him to reply Roos, or perhaps Paul Kelly.

He didn’t (although he certainly acknowledged both).

In Adam’s view the prime driver was Stuart Maxfield. He spoke so highly of Maxfield - the way he led by example, was elected captain by his peers and drove the culture that culminated in the 2005 flag.

I came away feeling that perhaps Maxfield is the most under appreciated Swan & the AFL in NSW owes him a debt of gratitude.

I thought it was well known the driving force was Maxfield - there's been numerous articles and posts about it.

 

[liz]

I thought it was well known the driving force was Maxfield - there's been numerous articles and posts about it.

Indeed.

Only partially related, I still well recall a match at the SCG a few days after Sydney - especially the eastern suburbs - was hit by a massive hailstorm on April 14 1999. Leading up to this game, I had wondered whether Maxfield's career was coming to an end. He seemed to be spending more and more time on the bench (in a era when rotations were far less plentiful and frequent than they are now). Eade was known for having his favourites, and I had started to think Maxfield no longer was.

Then he came out in the match after that storm and played an absolute blinder. BOG and maybe the best game he'd ever played for the club (up to that point). It emerged during the following week that his house had taken an absolute shellacking from the hail. Maybe his performance that round and the storm were unrelated, but I've always connected them in my head. It was like watching a career relaunched, because he continued with that kind of form for most of the rest of his time at the club - at least until the point where injuries prevented him playing much at all.

 

[Crust]

Indeed.

Only partially related, I still well recall a match at the SCG a few days after Sydney - especially the eastern suburbs - was hit by a massive hailstorm on April 14 1999. Leading up to this game, I had wondered whether Maxfield's career was coming to an end. He seemed to be spending more and more time on the bench (in a era when rotations were far less plentiful and frequent than they are now). Eade was known for having his favourites, and I had started to think Maxfield no longer was.

Then he came out in the match after that storm and played an absolute blinder. BOG and maybe the best game he'd ever played for the club (up to that point). It emerged during the following week that his house had taken an absolute shellacking from the hail. Maybe his performance that round and the storm were unrelated, but I've always connected them in my head. It was like watching a career relaunched, because he continued with that kind of form for most of the rest of his time at the club - at least until the point where injuries prevented him playing much at all.

Do you want me to go round to Hayward's place with a ball peen hammer and a bag of ice?

 

[Ticky009]

Anyway - back on topic all.

‘It didn’t work’: He’s played in a GF... but revenge clash is the ‘biggest game of Grundy’s career’

‘It didn’t work’: He’s played in a GF... but revenge clash is the ‘biggest game of Grundy’s career’

www.foxsports.com.au

Cornes and Healy react as Swans and Dees name sides for season-opener

“That’s been their issue.”

www.sen.com.au

Footy Feed: CEO's flag tip, Max on Grundy, Clarkson in hot water

Sarah Olle and Riley Beveridge with the latest footy news

www.afl.com.au

AFL Teams, Opening Round: Swans unveil ex-Demon powered midfield after trades, Dees spring forward surprise

Swans unveil ex-Demon powered midfield after trades, Dees spring forward surprise: AFL Teams

www.foxsports.com.au

TEAMS: Oliver returns, Swans tall in, Dees make forward call

Check out the line-ups for Thursday night's season-opener between Sydney and Melbourne

www.afl.com.au

 

[bedford]

I’m not entirely clear on what the criteria are - but I attended a seminar for the GO Foundation at which Adam Goodes was the keynote speaker a couple of months ago.

When asked about who drove the evolution of the Swans’ strong culture (and how), most expected him to reply Roos, or perhaps Paul Kelly.

He didn’t (although he certainly acknowledged both).

In Adam’s view the prime driver was Stuart Maxfield. He spoke so highly of Maxfield - the way he led by example, was elected captain by his peers and drove the culture that culminated in the 2005 flag.

I came away feeling that perhaps Maxfield is the most under appreciated Swan & the AFL in NSW owes him a debt of gratitude.

And Stew is still living in Manly and it's beyond me why he's not back on board . Has had a few back issues as well

 

[SwansProudly]

Nobody can replace Buddy at the Swans. But Logan McDonald will have a crack

Nobody can replace Buddy at the Swans. But Logan McDonald will have a crack

Plenty of fans at the SCG on Thursday night, when the Swans open the new AFL season against Melbourne, will still be wearing the famous number 23 on their backs.

www.smh.com.au

 

[bedford]

Fox footy had ins and outs and it included Bud , he didn't play the last game in 23

 

[RUNVS]

Fox footy had ins and outs and it included Bud , he didn't play the last game in 23

I think it is more "what players retired at the end of 2023 who was in the best 22" sort of thing.

 

[caesar88]

Two pretty in-depth interviews with Errol Gulden released today (with Cal Twomey on AFL.com and with Lachlan McKirdy in CODE.)

Hopefully that satisfies every question the journos will have about Gulden for the rest of the year and we can get a Jake Lloyd

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Jake Lloyd

Age

31

Ht

182cm

Wt

81kg

Pos.

D/M

Career

Season

Last 5

D

23.4

5star

K

14.4

5star

HB

9.0

5star

M

4.3

4star

T

1.9

4star

MG

403.9

5star

D

23.4

5star

K

14.4

5star

HB

9.0

4star

M

4.3

4star

T

1.9

3star

MG

403.9

5star

D

23.2

5star

K

13.4

5star

HB

9.8

5star

M

4.2

4star

T

2.2

4star

MG

357.4

5star

question in a press conference or radio interview soon