Sydney Swans’ Taylor Adams Knocked Unconscious at Justin Hemmes’ Club Rose Bay
In a troubling incident at Club Rose Bay, veteran Sydney Swans midfielder Taylor Adams was knocked unconscious on Saturday night. The 32-year-old athlete was involved in a confrontation with two men that ended with him being punched in the face.
Details of the Incident
The event unfolded just after 10 PM at Justin Hemmes’ newly revamped venue in eastern suburbs. Police were dispatched following reports of an assault. Upon arrival, they learned that Adams had been involved in an argument, which escalated into violence.
Police Statements
Officials from the Eastern Suburbs Police Command reported that Adams suffered a small cut to his cheek and briefly lost consciousness after the altercation. The assailants reportedly fled the scene before law enforcement arrived. According to police, the two men were not known to Adams.
Adams’ Recovery
After the incident, Adams received treatment from NSW Ambulance paramedics. He was subsequently transported to St Vincent’s Hospital for further care. At the time of the incident, Adams was already recovering from a partial Achilles tear sustained during pre-season training.
Career Background
- Taylor Adams is a veteran of the AFL, having joined the Sydney Swans in 2024.
- Previously, he spent a decade at Collingwood, where he was named the club’s best and fairest in 2020.
- Adams has faced several injuries, limiting his playtime in recent years, including a hamstring injury that kept him from the 2023 premiership match.
- He was originally drafted by the Greater Western Sydney Giants in 2011.
About Club Rose Bay
Club Rose Bay, recently remodeled under hospitality giant Merivale, reopened in December 2025. It had previously been closed due to financial troubles and was placed into administration with debts aggregating $600,000. The redeveloped venue features:
- A retro cocktail bar inspired by 1960s airport themes
- A sports bar and beach bar with a pickleball and basketball court
- An Italian restaurant named Notti’s
The reopening attracted significant attention, with patrons lining the street to explore the revitalized venue. Meanwhile, police investigations into the assault involving Taylor Adams at Club Rose Bay are ongoing.
