What's happening with GWS Giants
teams.ie Editorial TeamThe GWS Giants are at a crossroads on multiple fronts as they prepare for Friday night's heated derby against the Sydney Swans at a packed SCG, with both clubs frustrated that the AFL hasn't backed its Sydney expansion ambitions with prime-time fixtures and resources. Off the field, the Giants are exploring a potential name change as the club seeks a fresh identity, while underlying concerns about junior participation in Western Sydney threaten the competition's growth strategy in the region. The clash represents a crucial moment for the AFL's push to establish genuine football culture in Sydney, but questions linger over whether the league is truly walking the walk in supporting its western corridor teams.
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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.
AFL’s Western Sydney challenge laid bare ahead of Swans-Giants derby
On Friday, the Swans will take on the Giants at a packed SCG, but looming in the background are junior participation rates in western Sydney.
AFL’s Western Sydney challenge laid bare ahead of Swans-Giants derby
On Friday, the Swans will take on the Giants at a packed SCG, but looming in the background are junior participation rates in western Sydney.
The AFL wants to ‘grow the game’ in Sydney. But is it walking the walk?
Combatants on both sides of the AFL’s Sydney derby are miffed that Friday night’s clash between the Swans and Giants won’t have the national spotlight to itself
The AFL wants to ‘grow the game’ in Sydney. But is it walking the walk?
Combatants on both sides of the AFL’s Sydney derby are miffed that Friday night’s clash between the Swans and Giants won’t have the national spotlight to itself
Gather Round LIVE: Geelong take on West Coast at Norwood Oval
It’s the final day of Gather Round, with the Cats and Eagles kicking off the action at Norwood Oval.
Gather Round LIVE: Geelong take on West Coast at Norwood Oval
It’s the final day of Gather Round, with the Cats and Eagles kicking off the action at Norwood Oval.
Collingwood Magpies vs GWS Giants AFL LIVE: Magpies, Giants square off at Marvel Stadium
Follow along as the Magpies and Giants look to score a vital win in their round three clash at Marvel Stadium.
Collingwood Magpies vs GWS Giants AFL LIVE: Magpies, Giants square off at Marvel Stadium
Follow along as the Magpies and Giants look to score a vital win in their round three clash at Marvel Stadium.