Lachlan McKirdy

After spending the majority of the past two years on the sidelines, Swans captain Callum Mills admits he’s missed the feeling of contributing to the team and hopes to continue his injury-free run as his side chases a finals berth.

Jordan. Franklin. James. Warne. Beckham. Bowman.

Swans coach John Longmire regularly labels Sydney “the most competitive sporting market in the world”.

The GWS Giants are ready to draw a line in the sand.

It might not quite be as cliche as the loss they needed to have, but the Sydney Swans’ dramatic one-point AFL defeat to the Fremantle Dockers is set to spark some important reflection heading into the back half of the year.

Sydney small forward Sam Wicks will be available for selection against West Coast this Saturday after taking time away from football following an argument with a teammate but isn’t locked in for a return.

Isaac Heeney’s star turn in the midfield is set to cause the ultimate selection headache for John Longmire.

Teenager Harvey Thomas will create history on Saturday night when he becomes the latest draft pick in the Giants’ history to debut in the opening game of the season.

Giants vice-captain Stephen Coniglio believes he is playing the best football of his career under Adam Kingsley as his side finalises its preparation for the 2024 AFL season.

Alyssa Healy is confident that she can help create a new legacy for the Australian women’s cricket team after officially being appointed as Meg Lanning’s successor.