Three players expected to be in Carusos sights are Murray Bushrangers forward Brayden George - who suffered an ACL rupture in August - Oakleigh Chargers swingman Max Gruzewski and Sandringham Dragons forward Charlie Clarke. Magor is seen as an X-factor half-forward who kicked bags of goals for South Adelaide in the SANFL U/18s this season. Tasmanian Owen was taken at pick 17 and is a 203cm developing ruck/forward who has the ability to take a contested mark and kick goals. West Coast - Sam Gilbey - Claremont (WA). The Sydney Swans Academy captain hails from Sawtell, a coastal town in northern New South Wales, but has ticked off a plethora of other destinations en route to earning a National Draft Combine invite this month. Rookie Me Central (formerly Draft Central) 2023. What is so important that cant wait till February/March? More alarmingly, theyre 17th for forward-half pressure applied (168) and thats despite being ranked second for inside 50 differential this season. Premiership profile rating: 8th of the 8 finalists, Nick Riewoldts reason for optimism: Defensively, at the start of the year, they were putting up numbers that were off the charts. Is the son of Gary Frangalas, who played 51 games for . Can also go forward and kick goals. >> FIXTURE: 2023 Coates Talent League [], THE AFL has today revealed the schedules for this years Under 18 and Under 16 National Championships. Fans were treated to an Under 19s Sydney Derby and Q-Clash on Sunday, as the New South Wales and Queensland-based talent [], SYDNEY Swans Academy captain Jess Doyle did not take on the responsibility of leading the side out in its inaugural game in the NAB League Girls competition lightly, describing it as an amazing opportunity. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. The six-hour drive [], A FOURTH Victorian lockdown failed to bring the 2021 NAB League competition to a complete halt, with four of the five Northern Academies battling it out in a pair of makeshift Round 6 fixtures. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Richmond lead the way with eight. Teams representing the GWS Giants, Sydney Swans, Brisbane Lions and Gold Coast Suns Academies will be part of the first four weeks of the season, while the Northern Territory is fixtured to play in Rounds Three, Four and Five. The QBE Sydney Swans Academy girls and boys teams take on the GIANTS Academy at Gungahlin Enclosed Oval this weekend. The Sydney Swans have recorded a 43-point win over Carlton at Blacktown on Friday night with youngster Errol Gulden dominating with 45 disposals and 3 goals. The long-term prospect adds some depth to Sydney's big man stocks. But its an opportunity for them back at home against a Western Bulldogs side that is vulnerable against teams who can get it in quick., Past five games: 3-2, 100.0% (defeated Gold Coast Suns by 17 points, lost to Richmond by 7 points, defeated Carlton by 33 points, defeated St Kilda by 15 points, lost to Melbourne by 58 points). Caruso laughed off the media interest in his obvious reaction during the live TV draft broadcast to the Sydney bid for Rowston. 2021 AFL DRAFT: Sydney set to be big players on both nights. Watch Australia v West Indies, starting Wednesday. 29 Jul 2022 by Club Football Operations - Sally Wooden 2 Happy Friday to all club members: At last, the sun is shining! Sam Frangalas (Dandenong Stingrays) - A powerful midfielder who can also go forward and kick goals. "It was probably as we predicted and we knew there was going to be a bit happening," said National Recruiting Manager Simon Dalrymple. 1 in the past six weeks for points against, defending ball movement, inside 50 differential and opposition scores per inside 50. GWS GIANTS Angus Curry Currently boarding as Wesley College, Curry has had a few more chances to impress than a lot of other Northern Academy prospects for 2022; playing for Wesley, Oakleigh Chargers in the Under 17 series and the GWS Academy at different times. Like the Pies, the Dockers arent the best offensive team but know how to stop other teams from scoring. Cooper Simpson (Dandenong Stingrays) - A midfielder-forward who averaged 18.9 disposals across 14 games for the Stingrays this season. A number of clubs, including Melbourne and Essendon - who hope to pick before father-son prospect Alwyn Davey jnr attracts a bid - are set to make a play for the GWS selection at the start of round two. Theyll want to be a little bit better than those (clearance) numbers, but I think theyve had a decent record there., Past five games: 3-2, 98.3% (defeated Melbourne by 10 points, lost to Geelong Cats by 28 points, lost to Fremantle by 17 points, defeated GWS Giants by 5 points, defeated Hawthorn by 23 points). FA Cup QFs -- Champs League Rd of 16 -- Europa - Rd of 16 -- Europa Conf - Rd of 16. Sydney then bid on Adelaide prospect Max Michalanney, the son of Norwood great Jim Michalanney, with the Crows quickly matching the bid for the defender at pick No.17. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images), Big winner revealed; duos gamble could backfire, Battlers nab top steal as Pies cash in; Swans surprise three rivals, See every pick, bid and trade by your club. Picture: Getty Images/AFL Photos, Will Ashcroft celebrates a goal during the U17 Championships match between Vic Country and Vic Metro at GMHBA Stadium on June 26, 2021. Caruso foreshadowed either keeping the selection or trading back only a few spots, with the price to convince the Giants to do so set to be a future second-round pick. Now weve handed the mantle to Bidney, so its good theyve got that job now, Richmond recruiter Matthew Clarke said, per the Herald Sun. Sydney warned the Giants before placing their shock bid on academy prospect Harry Rowston on Monday night, hoping to convince them to give up valuable draft collateral. WE are Sydney. GWS were interested in Konstanty, so draft commentators felt the Swans bested their NSW rivals again, but Caruso said after the first round that Darcy Jones, whom they selected next, was actually higher on their board. Premiership profile rating: 4th of the 8 finalists, Jonathan Browns reason for optimism: When theyre up and going, especially at The Gabba, they move the ball well Theyve been able to shift lines and get some speed back into their game in the last few weeks of the season. The Swans then used pick No.17 to bid on Adelaide father-son defender Max Michalanney the son of Norwood great Jim Michalanney where the Crows also quickly matched. Hes among a raft of players [], THE TASMANIA Devils laid claim to four draftees last year, and look set to produce a few more in 2023. * Required fields. We looked at our draft hand of five players who we wanted to acquire in the national draft, and it was [No.1 pick Aaron] Cadman, Harry Rowston and three other players. Hawthorn itself played a key bidding role on Tuesday night, forcing Essendon to match a bid on its father-son prospect Alwyn Davey jnr at pick No.45. Harris Andrews, Tom Hawkins and Isaac Heeney. Leading Swans prospect Braeden Campbell is the player we put under the [], THE annual Under 18 National Championships may be the only chance we get to catch a glimpse of the class of 2020 before draft day, with carnival likely to take place in October. Fans, recruiters and players alike will be treated to a bumper opening weekend, which sees the mainstay Victorian regions joined by all four Northern Academies to fill out an eight-game set of fixtures. While McCarthy has kicked at least one goal in each of his past four games, his kicking efficiency and pressure numbers have taken a dive. With so many match-winners forward of centre Isaac Heeney, Tom Papley, Will Hayward and, of course, Lance Franklin the Swans possess one of the most powerful offences in the competition. But the Cats are the best ball movement team in the competition due to their ability to control the footy and tempo of the game, so you can understand why theyre ranked so low in that area. Alwyn Jnr was one of the steals of the draft, arriving at the club with pick No.45 (after Hawthorn called his name) despite being touted as a possible first-round selection. Theyve averaged 14.2 points from stoppages so far this season, which is ranked 13th in the competition. The American Pies resurrection since the bye under coach Craig McRae has been one of the feel-good subplots amid the overall feel-good Magpies plot. Under the guidance of Rookie Me, athletes will participate in three vertical jump tests, a 20m sprint, agility test, and yo-yo test. Zane Duursma, brother of Port Adelaide's Xavier, is not eligible for the draft until 2023 but was picked in the squad alongside eight other bottom-age players in a nod to the future. In todays contest we look at another clash between the NAB League rivals to complete our full series, and todays battle is between the Geelong Falcons and Sydney Swans Academy. The majority of scoring in AFL games derives from turnover and Geelong this season is the best in the league in that category. His history is really interesting - at the start of the year he wasn't even on the radar of the Murray Bushrangers but he went to his coach and said 'I want to try and play AFL footy'," he said. You are using an out of date browser. About Us The Program Academy Staff Academy News FAQs "People say Cooper is a bolter, but not on our list," General Manager of List Strategy and Recruitment Kinnear Beatson said. You want to see clearance and contested ball differential. Check out the highlights of new draftee, Cooper Vickery. They looked like theyd adjusted mid-season, but seemed to fall back into old habits during the back-end of their home and away campaign. Its going to be interesting to see whether that comes into play, or whether Collingwood just continues this charmed run., Past five games: 4-1-1, 104.5% (drew with Richmond, lost to Melbourne by 46 points, defeated Western Bulldogs by 17 points, defeated West Coast Eagles by 24 points, defeated GWS Giants by 20 points). The boys and girls,. See what assistant coach Jarrad McVeigh had to say following the Swans final pre-season hit out against Carlton last night. Under 18 talent from both the boys and girls squads underwent a range of physical tests; from vertical jumps, to sprints and endurance running. With two first round picks on offer, they have already made their intentions clear in regards to getting involved with live trading. The Age can reveal the Swans' behind-the-scenes AFL draft play to effectively hold Greater Western Sydney to ransom, with Giants recruiting manager Adrian Caruso standing firm. Unsurprisingly, it was quickly matched by the Bombers. New to Kayo? It's Game On for the Sydney Swans entry into the AFLW competition, with the AFL Commission granting the club a licence for entry into Season 7, commencing in late 2022. We recap the Swans' intake and analyse what each player may offer to their new club. Of course, the idea of trading will also be to boost Sydneys 2023 hand, with next years crop considered a strong one. Changes amongst the previous draft selections with other clubs meant the Swans were on the clock at pick 16, which was used to bid on GWS Academy product Harry Rowston, which saw the Giants oblige and recruit the Griffith teenager. Every week they bring an unbelievable pressure that puts a huge amount of stress on the opposition and forces them into mistakes. THIS is Sydney. Overall, they finished the home and away season ranked second for points per game. To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. This system gives all teams the opportunity to contest a final and is in line with focus of the competition being on player development. Start your free trial now >, AFL DRAFT GRADES: Big winner revealed; duos gamble could backfire, AFL DRAFT BOLTERS, SLIDERS: Battlers nab top steal as Pies cash in; Swans surprise three rivals, AFL DRAFT TRACKER: See every pick, bid and trade by your club. When they matched, because GWS lost a pick, it brought our second pick in by one, so we though theres an opportunity here to trade, get some trade collateral for next year and just move back a little bit, so we were happy to look at that with the Hawks.. Coach: Scott Gowans The AFL hasn't yet confirmed rules around the number of players per existing club who can move to new clubs. THE SWANS Academy convened in Sydney this month to partake in their annual preseason testing event, under the eye of Rookie Me. Theyve had a few issues behind the footy, but they just dont look like theyre a cohesive unit at the moment., Past five games: 4-0-1, 147.5% (Drew with Fremantle, defeated Brisbane Lions by 7 points, defeated Port Adelaide by 38 points, defeated Hawthorn by 61 points, defeated Essendon by 66 points). Join us to be part of something special. They have most of what they need to continue building towards the premiership. Behind the scenes: Sydneys bold draft play and how GWS stared them down. EVENT INFORMATION VIEW CONFIRMATION LIST EVENT WEBSITE. One of the unluckiest players to miss out on the All-Australian side, Lynch looms as Richmonds big match-winner this September. Picture: AFL Photos, Oliver Hollands gets his handball away during the U17 Championships match between Vic Country and Vic Metro at GMHBA Stadium on June 26, 2021. The Sydney Swans have recorded a 43-point win over Carlton at Blacktown on Friday night with youngster Errol Gulden dominating with 45 disposals and 3 goals. Watch every match prior to the AFL grand final Live & Ad-Break Free In-Play on Kayo. Well call the players in order as we get to them. Get better access, better experiences and better value with a Sydney Swans Membership.JOIN US: http://bit.ly/3GIZDpC. Academy Series Player Focus: Braeden Campbell (Sydney Swans Academy) IN continuing our extended Player Focus series, we take a look at a prospect who stood out in the recently commenced Academy Series. Last Name *. #Bloods pic.twitter.com/8GuG0lhANk. Rookie signing period commences. Even though last season ended prematurely, 43 of the 83 players taken in the 2021 AFL Draft were from the NAB League, highlighting the competitions strength in producing many of the future stars of the mens game. Watch Sydney's press conference after their practice match against Carlton, The Swans and Blues clash at Blacktown International Sportspark, Braeden Campbell winds up to nail a cracker from the centre square. Sydneys polarising moves became a key talking point out of the draft, with the Tigers, regular bidders themselves, acknowledging the scheming. 40. He was a Giants academy prospect and the Giants wanted to use their No.17 pick on another player, saving Rowston until later in the draft. Adelaide Crows Women's Team: 3 x AFLW premiers! There's a bit of time to go between now and March and we might move on from the post-draft conversation between you and Bloods86 about talls. Originally scheduled to face off against Academies from opposing states, the border restrictions between Queensland and New South Wales have made life [], THE 2020 Northern Academy Series got underway over the weekend, with prospects from the Brisbane Lions, Gold Coast Suns, GWS Giants, and Sydney Swans talent programs all looking to impress. Despite being a Saints Academy prospect, St Kilda will not have first access to Mackenzie as bids for Next-Generation Academy prospects can no longer be matched inside the top 40. The QBE Sydney Swans Academy girls and boys teams take on the GIANTS Academy at Gungahlin Enclosed Oval this weekend. Not sure about that. If youd like to view this content, please adjust your Cookie Settings. The Swans dont win a lot of forward-half clearances (11.2 per game ranked 10th) and they certainly dont score from them. Around their current range, Sydney could take a look at the likes of powerful forward Brayden George or rebounding defender Lachlan Cowan, with Josh Weddle also heavily in contention. Led by Steven May, Jake Lever and Harry Petty down back and that strong on-ball brigade applying pressure up the field, the Demons have conceded the least amount of points of all teams across the home and away season, while theyre ranked third for opposition score per inside 50 (39.5%). We kick off in two weeks, and we can't wait for another season with you. Potential No.1 pick Will Ashcroft headlines the young talent named in the 2022 NAB AFL Academy squad. The duo round out another successful recruitment drive by the club following the acquisition of Jacob Konstanty with pick 20 in Round One. Sydney then didnt even use Pick 18, dealing it to Hawthorn for Pick 27 and two future picks. A Sydney Derby kicked off the carnival, as the GWS GIANTS and Sydney Swans academies locked horns over the weekend. This gives players from Queensland, New South Wales/ACT and the Northern Territory the opportunity to compete against the most talented young footballers from Victoria and Tasmania. Players are selected through various ways including open assessment trials, talent ID days and the Top End Benchmark program. AFLW Season Eight Supplementary Draft nominations open. VIC U18 SQUADS 'Arrow's brother and sister on target. A mini dip in form for the premiership player. June 14, 2022 / / emirates skycargo careers. Hes had a promising season as a developing key position player, and were looking forward to watching him continue his development as part of our senior program. Start your free trial now > set to make a play for the GWS selection at the start of round two. This year, for the first time, the Academy includes female players aged 16 to 19, mirroring the boys' program. Ahead of his first finals campaign with the Dockers, Pearce has hit form at the right time of the year. THIS is Sydney. Key defender Edwards enjoyed an impressive rise this season, playing four VFL games in the red and white, while representing the Allies at the National Championships. Sydney Dec 14, 2022 #2 LukeParkerno1 said: Nothing was being added it was the circle of "we need talls", "there aren't any good enough" and round in circles. Premiership profile rating: 7th of the 8 finalists, Nick Riewoldts reason for optimism: They are moving the ball as well as they have. The 2022 AFL draft will consist of the various periods where the 18 clubs in the Australian Football League (AFL) can trade and recruit players during and following . Dalrymple said they rated Rowston among the top-12 talents in this years draft pool. The bid was the talk of the first night of the draft, but there was more to the story that unfolded between the cross-town rivals. Credit:Kelly Defina, AFL Photos. On Tuesday night, the Swans doubled down on their left-field tactics by taking Hawthorn Next Generation Academy prospect Cooper Vickery with the 27th selection traded to them from the Hawks. There's individual threads for every player. The teenager was one of the talented teenagers who made history on the day by not only competing in the match, [], IF you are missing footy like we are, then let us somewhat salvage that with a look back in our series of Classic Contests. Going for best available at this point is probably smart as they can fill holes in the next few years wth free agents/trades. We captured the moment John Longmire met our new draftee, Jacob Konstanty, who was taken at pick 20 of the 2022 NAB AFL Draft. Sydney uses its draft hand to secure Hawthorn's Next Generation Academy member Cooper Vickery. He and Oliver Hollands may be viable options should the Swans move up the board, as well as West Australian defender Jedd Busslinger. Lachlan Cabor (Sydney Swans Academy) - A quick player who can generate some drive off halfback. I'm optimistic and excited by the prospect that we'll all be out enjoying some good footy this weekend. If you like the content that Draft Central provides and dont want to miss any of it, then sign up to our subscriber list where you can be emailed out the latest AFL Draft Guide or sport-specific magazines, as well as the option to sign up to a monthly newsletter. We needed a small forward after delisting two got the best one in Konstanty. Friday March 17, 5pm. See what assistant coach Jarrad McVeigh had to say following the Swans final pre-season hit out against Carlton last night. St Kilda - Cameron Mackenzie (St Kilda NGA) - Sandringham Dragons (VIC). Its meant his player ratings average across the past four games has increased to 13.7, up from 6.2 across his first 17 matches. With help from the On The Couch panel and Champion Data, foxfooty.com.au looks at every 2022 finalist's biggest strength, weakness and 'premiership profile' rating, as well as one player running hot and one out of form. The Swans will be one of four new teams to enter AFLW next season, completing the national 18-team competition. Cameron really fits the bill as a long-term ruck prospect, while Jaiden has that rare ability to play in the midfield but also go forward and hit the scoreboard. It stacks up and its a really strong part of their game., Garry Lyons reason for concern: Theyve got to score. No.1 pick Aaron Cadman joined Harry Rowston at the Giants. The long-term prospect adds some depth to Sydneys big man stocks. Headlined by captain and potential number one pick Will Ashcroft, Metro had two more representatives than any other side in the 23-player team. She holds extensive qualifications in AFL coaching, specifically coaching female athletes, and over 20 years' work experience in leadership and communications. No matter what you think of Brisbane heading into this finals campaign, one aspect to its game is undeniable: This team knows how to score and move the footy. Part of AFL Academy squad for 2023. Cooper Vickery in action for Vic Country during the U18 championships at GMHBA Stadium in July. We just werent prepared to do it.. Analysis, local footy and the biggest moments, Seven and 7plus are the home of footy shows for every fan. The Dogs one-wood has been their tenacious nature at the coalface, which has remained their best point of difference this year. The Sydney Swans have made a change to the club's captaincy for season 2022, with a veteran standing down and young gun Callum Mills stepping up. Luke Teal, whose father Robert played a handful of games for Sydney, does not qualify for father-son selection but is another to watch after impressing with his toughness at under-17 state level in 2021. Neal-Bullen has averaged 5.7 ratings points and 12.0 disposals from his past four games, down from 8.6 ratings points and 16.7 disposals from his first 17 games. In a willing contest under sunny conditions, the Gold Coast Suns Academy [], IN continuing our extended Player Focus series, we take a look at a prospect who stood out in the recently commenced Academy Series. Nothing was being added it was the circle of we need talls, there arent any good enough and round in circles. After missing out on last years premiership victory, the veteran looms as a fairytale story for the Demons. Morris picked up 23 disposals, three tackles, six clearances and booted a goal to be best-on for the red and white, winning the bulk of her disposals at the coalface . Sep 23, 2022 - 10.28am Share It is a cold Monday night in July and rain is pummelling 100 kids running around Tramway Oval, an AFL field next to the Sydney Cricket Ground. The QBE Sydney Swans Academy Trials are in August and well done Charlotte Watton. As good as they are at scoring points, theyve leaked a heck of a lot of them. Should Sydney look to slide down the order, ruckman Harry Barnett has been linked of late, while the likes of Darcy Jones, Coby Burgiel and Jakob Ryan suit the Swans style and will likely be available in the second round. The Swans used pick 27, which they picked up in a trade with the Hawks on Monday night, to recruit Vickery on Tuesday in the second round of the draft. Essendon took Jayden - who is recovering from his second knee reconstruction - with pick No.54 and passed on their pick No.59. A few potential second round options have been highlighted above, and Sydney is expected to make three selections overall. Really, the club (GWS) is pretty irrelevant. The 2023 AFL season No.1 pick Aaron Cadman joined Harry Rowston at the Giants.Credit:Justin McManus. Highly rated defender Max Michaelanny also earned selection in the squad and could join Adelaide under father-son ruling given his father, Jim, played over 200 SANFL games for Norwood in the 20 years immediately before the Crows' AFL inception. WE are Sydney. The well-organised Swans had struck again, the night after ruffling the feathers of cross-town rivals GWS. Whether Sydney can back it up 2022 is its biggest question this year. That means there isnt one team that wants to face the Tigers this September. Vickery was taken much sooner than expected, but under new rules, Hawthorn couldnt match a bid on him given he was picked before No. "He got himself super fit, got his 2km time trial down, shed a lot of weight and ended up playing for Vic Country. The Tigers are ranked 15th for both clearance differential (-2.7) and average points against from stoppages (33.9), while theyre also 12th for contested possession differential (-2.5). Premiership profile rating: 5th of the 8 finalists, Garry Lyons reason for optimism: Nothing changes from a Bulldogs point of view. Amid a rollercoaster back-end to its 2022 campaign, Melbourne has remained stingy and disciplined in its defensive half. Ashcroft is the son of triple-premiership Lion Marcus, who played a pivotal role in the club's 2001-03 three-peat. Get better access, better experiences, and better value. Richmond has cheekily labelled Sydney Bidney after the Swans shook up the 2022 AFL draft with several bids on prospects to disrupt the plans of rival clubs. The program for female footballers has almost trebled in size since it began in 2018. Sydney warned the Giants before placing their shock bid on Academy prospect Harry Rowston on Monday night, hoping to convince them to give up valuable draft collateral. 3rd Test - India v Australia - 1-5 Mar, Indore. While QBE Sydney Swans Academy athlete Will Edwards has been recruited as a Category B Rookie. I think its different this year but that is hanging over their head., Past five games: 3-2, 124.5% (lost to Western Bulldogs by 10 points, defeated Fremantle by 46 points, lost to Collingwood by 7 points, defeated Carlton by 5 points, defeated Brisbane Lions by 58 points). 2022 FINISH: 2nd CURRENT PICKS: 14, 17, 42, 69, 80 Davey reached that 100-game milestone despite being banged up at the end of the 2013 season. Dalrymple said they rated Rowston among the top-12 talents in this year's draft pool. Watch Sydney's press conference after their practice match against Carlton, The Swans and Blues clash at Blacktown International Sportspark, Braeden Campbell winds up to nail a cracker from the centre square. Giants list boss Jason McCartney and his team had a busy start to the AFL draft.Credit:Getty Images. In all those finals, theyve kicked less than 10 goals too, so thats not going to get it done, especially in the modern game. Watch the conclusion of the 2022 AFL Draft on Fox Footy and Kayo from 7pm EDT on Tuesday November 29. Not only were the Tigers the leagues best offensive team during the home and away season, they also ranked first for both average points from turnover (61.8) and average points from forward-half intercepts (34.5). By | January 19, 2023. . The benefit about playing on The Gabba is its a quick track, which helps quicker ball movement., Jonathan Browns reason for concern: Theyre getting heavily scored against far too often and in shorter periods of time. Academy players at Sydney,. Nathan Freeman, Billy Gowers, Billy Hartung and Jordan Gallucci are the latest ex-AFL players to have nominated for this year's mid-season draft. Its a combination of the Lions midfield not applying enough pressure, as well as the back six being exposed for their inability to defend both one-on-one and as a defensive unit. Stream them all for free on 7plus >>. Join a tipping comp - lots to choose from. Presented by The Golden Ticket - For Medallion Club tickets and Corporate Box tickets at the MCG and Marvel.