Welcome back to our series Behind the Banner. To celebrate 150 years of South Melbourne and the Sydney Swans, banners throughout the 2024 AFL season will be a nod to our long history. 

Round 2 of the 2006 AFL season was an iconic day in the club's history when the 2005 Premiership Flag was unfurled at the SCG. The Grand Final win ended a 72 year premiership drought and the banner on April 9 was a fitting ode to the occasion. 

"Celebrating 25 year of Blood, Sweat & Cheers. Sydney's Own, Sydney Swans. 1982 - 2006," it read.

Just over 18 years later and the same banner honoured our Hall of Fame Game, following the induction of 2012 Premiership coach Paul Roos and players Jarrad McVeigh, Nick Smith, Heath Grundy and Kieren Jack. 

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Paul Roos and four favourites honoured

The five Swans stars completed a lap of honour ahead of Friday night's clash before a thrilling match up against Collingwood. The banner was slightly changed to reflect our long heritage. 

"Celebrating 150 years of Blood, Sweat & Cheers. South Melbourne - Sydney. 1874 - 2004."

While Port Adelaide spoiled the party in 2006 it was the Swans in 2024 who secured a clutch three-point victory over the reigning premiers. Bloods culture alive and well. 

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Match Report: Round 22 v Collingwood

Round 22 Highlights

  • 01:05

    Mark of the Week - Round 22

    Isaac Heeney with two massive marks to seal an incredible comeback victory and an unbelievable final quarter.

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  • 01:15

    Goal of the Week - Round 22

    Game on the line, a big moment in the context of our season, Gulden delivers.

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  • 10:01

    Post-Match Press Conference, Round 22: John Longmire

    Watch Sydney’s press conference after the Round 22 match against Collingwood.

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  • 07:10

    Highlights: Sydney v Collingwood

    The Swans and Magpies clash in Round 22.

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  • 01:37

    Heeney heroics spark last gasp Swansong

    Isaac Heeney helps lift his side up off the canvas in a final quarter to remember.

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  • 00:27

    Team Song: Sydney

    Watch the Swans celebrate their round 22 win

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  • 03:06

    Last two mins: Incredible late surge sees Swans overrun Magpies

    The thrilling final moments between Sydney and Collingwood in Round 22.

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  • 00:37

    Gulden leans on trusty left to set stadium alight

    Errol Gulden lands the knockout blow as Swans come home with a wet sail.

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  • 00:33

    Tagger Jordon flips script on Daicos assignment

    James Jordon kicks a ripper from deep in the pocket despite being tasked with the role of nullifying Nick Daicos

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