What's happening with GWS Giants
teams.ie Editorial TeamThe GWS Giants are at a crossroads both on and off the field as they prepare for Friday night's Sydney derby against the Swans at a packed SCG, with the club reportedly considering a significant name change amid broader concerns about the AFL's commitment to growing the game in Western Sydney. The fixture has become a flashpoint in the competition's expansion ambitions, with both Giants and Swans players expressing frustration that the league isn't doing enough to support junior participation and development in the region despite pledging to build the game there. As the Giants contemplate a fresh identity, they'll need to use the high-profile clash against their fierce rivals to prove they can still compete and capture the imagination of Sydney's sports audience.
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Giants considering name change
Sydney Morning Herald
Giants considering name change
The GWS Giants could switch to another name as reports the club is looking for change.
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