Sodden Swans Dominate Giants in Final Pre-Season Match
In an impressive display, the Sydney Swans secured a 38-point victory over the Greater Western Sydney Giants in their final pre-season match. The game took place at Henson Park under challenging weather conditions, with heavy rain impacting play.
Sodden Swans Dominate Giants in Final Pre-Season Match
Sydney started strong, scoring five goals in the first quarter and establishing a 25-point lead that remained throughout the game. The Swans finished the match with a score of 14.13 (97) to GWS’s 8.11 (59).
Key Performers
- Charlie Curnow, Joel Amartey, and Logan McDonald each contributed two goals for the Swans.
- For the Giants, Jake Stringer and Jesse Hogan combined for five goals.
The rain during the second quarter altered the game dynamics. Nevertheless, Sydney’s quality around the ball shone through. Angus Sheldrick and Isaac Heeney played pivotal roles in maintaining control.
Injury Updates
Errol Gulden showed signs of concern after sustaining a minor ankle injury but is expected to be fit for the opening round against Carlton. Conversely, Jesse Hogan managed to continue playing despite having his ankle stood on during a marking contest.
Noteworthy Highlights
- Toby Greene excelled in a new midfield position, displaying his versatility.
- Harry Rowston and Clayton Oliver provided solid support to the team post-quarter-time.
- Ruckman Nick Madden of GWS will face scrutiny from the MRO due to a high contact incident involving Chad Warner; however, Warner finished the match after receiving a free kick.
Overall, the match served as a strong conclusion to Sydney’s pre-season campaign, indicating readiness for the challenges ahead.
