Off the back of a disappointing loss against the Melbourne Demons on Sunday, the Sydney Swans are gearing up for another massive match against Port Adelaide. In the lead up to our Easter Saturday game read the stories dominating our headlines, presented by Channel 7.
Saturday night sorted
The Sydney Swans will return to the SCG this Easter Saturday for an exciting clash with Port Adelaide. It’s the first evening match to occur at the SCG this season. If you’re looking to fill your long weekend calendar, make sure to grab tickets and head to the ground for a Saturday night blockbuster.
Sydney Swans v Port Adelaide – AFL Round 4
Saturday, April 8 2023
Gates open: 5:30pm AEST
First bounce: 7:30pm
Venue: SCG
Longmire: “We need to make sure we play that level of intensity for four quarters.”
In a Tuesday press conference senior coach John Longmire discussed the Round 4 match. The Sydney Swans haven’t defeated Port Adelaide since 2016 – a match which saw our top 22 dominate by 67 points.
“They’re a very talented team – we haven’t been consistent for four quarters against them,” Longmire told journalists.
“Port Adelaide have some hardened, mature bodies, and we need to make sure we play that level of intensity for four quarters. It’s been lacking over the last couple of years.”
Injury update
Head of Physiotherapy and Medical Services Damian Raper provided an update on the injury list this week.
Despite disappointing losses for both the AFL and VFL team there were no injury concerns to come out of Round 3.
Robbie Fox and Ryan Clarke will return to match play while Tom Hickey is doing well in his recovery and is expected to reintegrate into full training next week. More details, here.
Celebrate Easter at Swans HQ
The Easter Bunny has arrived early at the Sydney Swans HQ this year! Keep an eye out for Cyggy, Red and Rosie who will be handing out Lindt chocolate before first bounce. Plus, have the chance to win 1 of 6 Lindt Chocolate gift packs by taking part in our Easter Egg hunt! Follow the easter eggs from Sydney Swans HQ to the SCG, and scan to collect each entry token for your chance to win.
Eggs can be found in the following locations:
- Plaza outside Sydney Swans HQ
- Driver Avenue Fan Zone
- QBE Activation
- Merchandise outlets
There will be food, drinks, and activities for the kids from 4:30pm until 7:00pm.
For more information on Round 4 head to our Match Day Hub.
Buddy reaches new milestone
One of the biggest players of the AFL is set for a new record in Round 4. Two or more goals will see Buddy record the most appearances with multiple goals in one game. He currently sits equal with Gordon Coventry, the first ever player to reach 300 AFL/VFL games in the 1930s.
