More than Footy

We're joined by assistant coach Jeremy Laidler ahead of our blockbuster Friday night match against the Western Bulldogs.  Laidler explains in detail the reasons behind the six changes, including the injuries to Logan McDonald and Peter Ladhams, the fallout from our performance against the Brisbane Lions, the form of Hayden McLean, and how the side will approach the Western Bulldogs. See omnys...

A very special episode of More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee, as we sit down with retiree Taylor Adams, who candidly and openly reflects on a career spanning 229 games and 14 seasons. From explaining in detail how he came to his decision to retire from the game he loved, open conversations with former teammates and family, proudest moments during his career, and playing against senior coach De...

There is plenty to unpack and dissect in the latest episode of More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee, as midfielder Justin McInerney and AFLW Senior Assistant Tanya Hetherington join the panel to talk all things AFL and AFLW. McInerney, who has been sidelined for up to 10 weeks with a hamstring tear, reviews the men's season in detail, addressing concerns around slow starts and four-quarter perfo...

On this week's episode of More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee, we review the thrilling two-point win over St Kilda with Jai Serong, the man responsible for the epic match-winning goal with just 20 seconds to spare. From details on the match-winning stoppage, messages from the coaching staff throughout a frantic fourth quarter, and what was being discussed amongst the players in the dying stages...

Isaac Heeney is making a huge case for being the best player in the competition, but where does he actually rank? The Bob Skilton Medal race is heating up, we suggest who may be leading as we near the half-way point of the year. Meanwhile, we reflect on arguably our best performance of 2026 while missing six players who feature prominently in the team's top 22, and touch on a new-look AFLW team lo...

Tom Papley opens up on his recent calf injury and discusses how long he will be sidelined, his new role with the team and life off field as he begins his rehabilitation. Papley felt for his calf late in the game against Geelong, and the energetic forward, who sustained a similar injury in the pre-season, was comparing the two after his diagnosis. ‘More than Footy’, presented by Bing Le...

James Rowbottom is one of the club's most respected and selfless players, and will celebrate his 150th in the red and white in Round 10, becoming a Life Member of the club. On this episode of More than Footy, Rowbottom reflects on his journey to 150 games, including those who made it happen, learnings from John Longmire and legends of the club when he first arrived, living with Nick Blakey, and hi...

As Brodie Grundy prepares to play his 250th career game on Sunday afternoon, the star ruckman joined co-hosts Tom Papley and Andre Cupido to reflect on his incredible career and life away from footy. From the early days where he didn't enjoy playing Australian Rules, the advice from Michael O'Loughlin before he was drafted, tough moments when he was out of favour, and the impact of his family and...

Sydney Swans forward Joel Amartey, affectionately known as The Amartey Party, joins the team on More Than Footy to chat all things 2026, his incredible journey to the AFL, Ghanian heritage, the influence of Dan Carter, and more.  Listen to our third episode of our new season of More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee. ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white...

As we prepare to kick off the season at Opening Round at the SCG, we sit down with senior coach Dean Cox to chat all things Opening Round.  From game plan, restructure to oppostiion analysis, Coxy tells us all what to expect when the Swans take the field to open the season. Listen to our second episode of our new season of More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee. ‘More than Footy’...

Sydney Swans forward Tom Papley opens up on the team's new game plan and why his calf soreness in the pre-season has been a "blessing in disguise". In our first episode of our new season of More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee, Papley gives incredible insight to the game plan overhaul this season, his chats with Justin McInerney before his contract extension, and playing against familiar faces i...

Hear from world-renowned reconditioning specialist Bill Knowles and Sydney Swans’ Head of Physiotherapy and Medical Services, Damian Raper. This week on More than Footy, we are joined by world-renowned reconditioning specialist Bill Knowles and Sydney Swans’ Head of Physiotherapy and Medical Services, Damian Raper. Knowles and Raper gives an insight into the fortnight Knowles spent at...

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by former Sydney Swans recruiting boss Kinnear Beatson who has recently taken up a part-time role in the QBE Sydney Swans Academy. Beatson reflects on the 2025 trade period from the outside and gives an insight into some of the trades he was involved in biggest names in the game for the club, including some of the biggest names in the game. Key Time...

Following a big 2025 Continental Tyres AFL Trade Period, we were joined by Head of List Strategy and Player Personnel, Chris Keane, in a special mini episode of More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee.  Key Times:  0.45 On Charlie Curnow 1:58 Farewelling Will Hayward and Ollie Florent 3:13 On Jai Serong 3:49 On Malcolm Rosas Jnr 4:20 The state of the list ahead of the 2025 Draft   Se...

Sydney Swans AFLW assistant coach Lachie Hunter reflects on the season so far, including the side's losses to Collingwood and GWS, his journey to the club, and the lessons he has learned along the way. Key Times:  0.17: Reflection on the last two weeks  0.41: Recapping the loss to the Giants 1.04: On the learning curve of the last few weeks  1.25: On the record crowd at Henson...

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Sydney Swans AFLW defenders Zippy Fish and Jas Grierson. The pair discuss Zippy's Rising Star nomination, their friendship and the AFLW Indigenous Round over the next two weekends.  Key Times:  0.22 Zippy's Rising Star nomination 2.22 Thoughts on the opening two rounds 2.53 On their friendship 4.05 On Zippy's upbringing in the Newman 5:35 On...

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Sydney Swans defender Nick Blakey ahead of his 150th AFL game. Blakey chats about what the milestone means for him and his journey to where he is now. Key Times:  0.20: What 150 games means to him 1:59 On his relationship with John Longmire 4:41 On his time in the QBE Sydney Swans Academy 6:06 On Dean Cox 8.28 On his life outside of football 9.46...

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Sydney Swans AFLW co-captain Chloe Molloy. She reveals that she will feature in the side's practice match against Brisbane on Saturday, who she's excited to play with this season, Pride Game at the SCG on Saturday and more. Key Times:  1.27: Chloe reveals she will play in the AFLW practice match against Brisbane on Saturday 02:07 Who she is most...

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Sydney Swans defender Tom McCartin and his brother, former Swans player Paddy.  The brothers speak about Paddy's abrupt retirement from AFL, their brotherly bond and Paddy's advocacy work living with diabetes.  Key Times: 0:34 Reviewing the season so far 2.07 Tom on playing forward and back 4.11 Paddy on what he does now 5.07 On Paddy's advo...

We are joined by Sydney Swans AFLW recruit Lulu Pullar. She speaks on a range of topics, including her new life in Sydney, her work as a doctor in Alice Springs, and how she is settling into her new club. Key Times:  0:58 Pre-season and favourite part of Sydney Swans HQ 02:46 On her injury setbacks 04:58 On her transition to Sydney 05:38 Dog parent and rental setbacks 08:18 On her work in the...

To celebrate the second week of the AFL's Sir Doug Nicholls Round, we speak to Sydney Swans Indigenous Strategy and Player Development Manager Jarred Hodges. He speaks about his role at the club, the importance of the AFL's Sir Doug Nicholls Round and the club's First Nations Academy and trips to Maningrida in Arnhem Land. KEY TIMES 0.54 On his role at the club 2.41 On the all-club cultural sessio...

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Swans defender James Jordon. He speaks about his 100th game milestone, growing up a Swans fan, his Premiership with Melbourne and his role as a lockdown defender for the Swans.  KEY TIMES 0.40 On his 100 game milestone 1.10 On his journey to the AFL 2.10 On growing up a Swans fan 4.26 On his premiership with Melbourne 5.10 On his trade to Sydney...

Fresh off a two-year contract extension, we are joined by Swans superstar Chad Warner. The midfielder speaks about the moment he decided to stay at the Harbour City, the reason behind his decision and the upcoming Sydney Derby. KEY TIMES 0:51 On when he decided to stay 1:57 When he told Errol 3:02 What about the Swans made him feel at home 4:28 On his relationship with Dean Cox   6:50 On...

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by former Sydney Swans Senior Coach John Longmire. He speaks on a range of topics, including life after coaching, how he knew it was time to step away, and his new role at the Club.  KEY TIMES 0:40 Life after coaching 2:00 On his new role at the Club 4:40 On his off-season travels  6:20 How he decided it was time to step away from coaching&nbsp...

This week on More than Footy we catch up with Ollie Florent and Will Hayward to talk all things Gather Round, coaches, holidays with the boys and getting drafted together. KEY TIMES 0:35 Thoughts on the Gather Round kit 1:37  North Melbourne preview 2:06  On playing against Luke Parker 2:59  On the start to the season 3:42 On Coxy's first win 4:50 On the coaching transition 6:45 On...