Callum Mills to celebrate 150th game
Co-captain Callum Mills is set to play his 150th career game in a Round 20 clash with Essendon. The QBE Sydney Swans Academy product made his AFL debut in 2016 and won the Rising Star award the same year.
In a press conference on Tuesday, John Longmire describe the midfielder as a “massive competitor”.
“I remember him at 16 years of age and coming into my office and asking questions about our game plan,” Longmire told journalists.
“I walked into Tom Harley’s office afterwards and said he’d captain the team one day.”
John Longmire: “It’s always about the here and now.”
John Longmire appeared in a press conference on Tuesday where he previewed Round 20.
The senior coach addressed the Swans’ momentum off the back of two wins. “We’re getting synergy back amongst the team and we’ve finished the games off strongly,” he said.
“…If we play good footy, we’re consistent and we play for four quarters, we give ourselves a real chance.”
Read all the key quotes, here.
Scott Gowans previews Season 2023
In the first episode of an ongoing series, head coach Scott Gowans has previewed the upcoming ALFW season.
Gowans admits the performance of his side in 2022 “just wasn’t good enough” but says a new strategy and new roster of talent is bringing energy to the red and white.
Read the full report, here. The Sydney Swans will play their first game at North Sydney Oval on September 3.
Don’t forget it’s Fan Day this Sunday!
Melbourne Fan Day, presented by Volkswagen is taking over Junction Oval in St Kilda this Sunday, July 30.
Head on down from 9:00am to meet your favourite players, kick a footy and get your face painted. AFL Victoria will also a hold a clinic for little ones, however we ask that there are no boots worn on the oval.
Arrive early to avoid to disappointment.
Next home game: Round 22
After three weeks on the road, the Swans will return to the SCG for a Round 22 clash on August 12.
Bring the family along for a Saturday afternoon at the footy as we take on the Gold Coast Suns. With just two home games left of the season you won’t want to miss out.
Get tickets below.
