The Sydney Swans showed strong form in their opening pre-season match with a 24-point practice match win over GWS at Blacktown International Sportspark.
A raft of young Swans had their chance to impress on the big stage with four Swans stars in Melbourne for AFL X and a number of players watching from the sidelines as they recover from injury.
Take a look at some of the best photos from the action below.
John Longmire in conversation with Leon Cameron ahead of the match.
Toby Pink takes a strong mark in front of his opponent early in the match.
Nick Blakey launches himself above the pack.
Jordan Dawson with the strong hands as he flies high above the pack.
John Blakey delivers a message to the Swans players at quarter time.
Young midfielder James Rowbottom gets the handball away as he gets tackled.
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Jordan Dawson sticks his boot into one as he spots a teammate up field.
Zak Jones watches on with his teammates from the sidelines.
Heath Grundy was among the best of the senior Swans on Friday.
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Nick Blakey flies high to take a solid mark against two Giants opponents.
