Blues in 14-player horror show as star hurt again, just one game after returning — AFL Rd 10 Team Tips
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AFL ROUND 10 TEAM TIPS AND FIXTURE (all times AEST)
GOLD COAST SUNS v GEELONG
Thursday May 16, 7:30pm at TIO Stadium
Suns’ Round 9 side
B: S.Collins, C.Ballard, B.Uwland
HB: A.Sexton, S.Flanders, M.Andrew
C: M.Rowell, T.Miller, S.Clohesy
HF: J.Rogers, B.Long, L.Johnston
F: J.Walter, B.King, J.Lukosius
FOLL: J.Witts - C, N.Anderson, A.Davies
I/C: J.Jeffrey, B.Ainsworth, T.Berry, N.Holman, B.Humphrey
EMG: B.Fiorini, S.Day, D.Swallow
Cats’ Round 9 side
B: J.Henry, S.De Koning, J.Kolodjashnij
HB: Z.Guthrie, T.Stewart - C, M.Holmes
C: M.O’Connor, B.Parfitt, M.Blicavs
HF: O.Dempsey, J.Cameron, G.Miers
F: T.Stengle, T.Hawkins, O.Henry
FOLL: R.Stanley, C.Guthrie, M.Duncan
I/C: B.Close, O.Mullin, T.Atkins, J.Clark, G.Rohan
EMG: Z.Tuohy, J.Bowes, S.Neale
See the confirmed Round 10 sides here.
SYDNEY SWANS v CARLTON
Friday May 17, 7:40pm at the SCG
Swans’ Round 9 side
B: A.Francis, D.Rampe - C, L.Melican
HB: H.Cunningham, O.Florent, N.Blakey
C: E.Gulden, Ch.Warner, J.Lloyd
HF: J.Jordon, L.McDonald, T.Adams
F: T.Papley, J.Amartey, W.Hayward
FOLL: B.Grundy, I.Heeney, J.Rowbottom
I/C: M.Roberts, J.McInerney, H.McLean, S.Wicks, R.Fox
EMG: C.Mitchell, P.Ladhams, B.Campbell
Team Tips: There were very little passengers for the Swans last week in Perth, but intrigue continues to remain over the non-selection of veteran Luke Parker. Swans coach John Longmire told SEN Breakfast on Tuesday morning it is “yet to be decided” whether Parker returns for their Friday night blockbuster against the Blues this week. Longmire said there were “no secrets” about Parker’s non-selection and that they were happy with the current midfield mix. Sam Wicks was quiet again, and may find himself out of the side with consistent performances in the reserves from the likes of Parker. Star defender Tom McCartin will be given “another week” as the club takes a cautious approach given his concussion history. Emergency Braeden Campbell had a large game against the Kangaroos in the reserves with 27 disposals, nine tackles and seven inside 50’s, while Caiden Cleary continued his good form with another 29 disposals and 10 marks; perhaps pushing for a debut.
Blues’ Round 9 side
B: B.Kemp, J.Weitering, L.Cowan
HB: A.Cincotta, M.McGovern, N.Newman
C: O.Hollands, P.Cripps - C, B.Acres
HF: J.Martin, H.McKay, E.Hollands
F: M.Owies, C.Curnow, T.De Koning
FOLL: M.Pittonet, S.Walsh, M.Kennedy
I/C: J.Boyd, A.Cerra, M.Cottrell, G.Hewett, C.Durdin
EMG: D.Cuningham, Le.Young, O.Fantasia
Team Tips: The matches don’t get any easier for the Blues, now travelling to Sydney to play the top-of-the-ladder Swans. And, stop us if you’ve heard this one before Blues fans, they’ve got some injuries to worry about - a list now stretching to 14. Jack Martin is the latest, suffering another calf strain after just one game back. It will cost him at least a week but has been described as slight. Their absences also include Adam Cerra (hamstring), who’ll be reassessed in Round 13, and Matt Cottrell (stress reaction in foot), who will be reassessed after the club’s Round 14 bye. Marc Pittonet faces a fitness test after undergoing minor surgery on an injured finger. Zac Williams didn’t play last weekend due to a glute injury and is listed as a test. Jesse Motlop and Adam Saad (both hamstring)are another week away from returning, while Lachie Fogarty will miss another one to two games. Lachie Cowan and Corey Durdin were quiet against the Demons, but the injuries at Ikon Park may allow them another chance to lock their spots away in the best 23. Jaxon Binns went one better than his reserves match last week, amassing a whopping 43 disposals, 11 marks and seven inside 50’s against Casey last Friday night – undoubtedly their reserves’ best performer. Jack Carroll was also solid, kicking a goal and collecting 23 disposals.
COLLINGWOOD v KUWARNA (ADELAIDE CROWS)
Saturday May 18, 1:45pm at the MCG
Magpies’ Round 9 side
B: B.Maynard, D.Moore - C, J.Howe
HB: I.Quaynor, J.Noble, O.Markov
C: S.Sidebottom, S.Pendlebury, J.Daicos
HF: H.Harrison, B.Frampton, R.McInnes
F: P.Lipinski, B.Hill, D.Cameron
FOLL: M.Cox, J.Crisp, N.Daicos
I/C: F.Macrae, J.Bytel, J.Richards, L.Sullivan, W.Hoskin-Elliott
EMG: E. Allan, A. Begg, C.Dean
Team Tips: Plenty of intrigue surrounds the Magpies’ selection this weekend, with plenty of players to become available and unavailable. Jeremy Howe was the first of the black and white to go down injured on Sunday, and will miss 2-3 weeks with a groin issue. His sub replacement Jack Bytel was unfortunately concussed in his first game at the club, while Harvey Harrison will be a test after he exited the game at quarter time with an ankle injury. Jamie Elliott will miss at least another 2-3 weeks due to a vascular (blood circulation) issue that has him on a modified training program. Jordan de Goey and Tom Mitchell will be tests while Beau McCreery needs to build his running loads and won’t be available for another week, at least. Brody Mihocek is aiming to return in Round 11 as well. Premiership player Oleg Markov was the quietest of those to play out the game against West Coast, but that can probably be put down to his side’s dominance. Defender Charlie Dean looks ready for another crack at AFL after his 27 disposals and 14 marks in the VFL on the weekend, while Ash Johnson kicked three goals in a successful move back to the forward line.
Crows’ Round 9 side
B: D.Curtin, J.Butts, C.Jones
HB: J.Worrell, M.Keane, M.Michalanney
C: M.Hinge, J.Soligo, J.Dawson - C
HF: L.Sholl, T.Walker, J.Rachele
F: E.Himmelberg, D.Fogarty, I.Rankine
FOLL: R.O’Brien, R.Laird, B.Keays
I/C: M.Crouch, L.Nankervis, B.Smith, B.Cook, N.McHenry
EMG: C. Burgess, S. Berry, L. Murphy
Team Tips: The only forced change for the Crows after their draw against Brisbane will be Josh Worrell, who unfortunately will miss 8-12 weeks after needing surgery on a fractured left forearm. If being tactically subbed in back-to-back games is anything to go by, it looks like the highly-touted Dan Curtin is on the fringe of Matthew Nicks’ side. James Borlase is the logical replacement for Worrell, and will look to finally hold down his place in the top side. Lachie Murphy was busy for the Crows’ reserves last Friday night against Norwood, kicking 1.2 from his 22 disposals as he patiently waits for a recall. Harry Schoenberg has been playing well since his return from injury, and may also be considered for AFL honours soon enough. Ruck Kieran Strachan continues his impressive reserves season, and accumulated 22 disposals, eight marks and 32 hitouts against the Redlegs. Sam Berry and Billy Dowling stayed true to their high-pressure persona, racking up 12 and 10 tackles respectively in the same game. Chris Burgess didn’t play at all on the weekend, as he was on call for any late outs in the senior side.
GWS GIANTS v WESTERN BULLDOGS
Saturday May 18, 4:35pm at ENGIE Stadium
Giants’ Round 9 side
B: C.Idun, S.Taylor, H.Perryman
HB: L.Whitfield, J.Buckley, L.Ash
C: N.Haynes, J.Kelly, F.Callaghan
HF: B.Daniels, A.Cadman, T.Bedford
F: T.Greene - C, J.Hogan, H.Thomas
FOLL: K.Briggs, C.Ward, S.Coniglio
I/C: D.Jones, T.Green, H.Himmelberg, J.Riccardi, C.Stone
EMG: J.Peatling, J.Wehr, M.Gruzewski
Team Tips: The Giants have been dealt two huge injury blows, with Josh Kelly and Lachie Ash set to miss six weeks with calf tendon injuries. Both players suffered the setbacks against Essendon but played out the game before reporting soreness in the area, with scans confirming the severity of the damage. It leaves two big voids in Adam Kingsley’s line-up in the midfield and defence respectively. In terms of who could come in, Xavier O’Halloran responded to his dropping a fortnight ago, accruing 31 disposals, 11 clearances, 11 tackles, 10 inside 50’s and a goal in the reserves. Harry Rowston continues his strong VFL form, acquiring another 23 disposals, 10 tackles and a goal – and is certainly an option as a half-forward, while Josh Fahey (34 disposals) and Jacob Wehr (19 disposals, one goal) also played well as other potential options to be recalled. Conor Stone was subbed out in the last quarter, but looked good in his return – despite a low disposal count. Young forward and sub Harvey Thomas has been teetering on the edge of the team for a few weeks now and could be vulnerable at selection.
Bulldogs’ Round 9 side
B: L.Bramble, L.Jones, B.Dale
HB: T.Duryea, A.Keath, J.Johannisen
C: B.Williams, A.Treloar, J.Freijah
HF: L.Vandermeer, A.Naughton, R.Garcia
F: J.Harmes, J.Ugle-Hagan, R.West
FOLL: T.English, M.Bontempelli - C, E.Richards
I/C: L.Cleary, S.Darcy, H.Gallagher, J.Macrae, J.O’Donnell
EMG: R.Lobb, C.Daniel, A.Jones
Team Tips: The Bulldogs were flawless against the Tigers last Saturday night, but that’s not to say it won’t be a tough week at the selection table for Luke Beveridge and co. Joel Freijah played well on debut, but him and Luke Cleary may be vulnerable given they are the last players into the side. The availability of Laitham Vandermeer is still unclear, with the Dog subbed off in the second quarter with a bad shin. Should he be unavailable, there are a plethora of players from the VFL who could fill his void. Rory Lobb kicked four goals in the reserves, with an impressive 21 disposals and 28 hitouts to go with them. Dropped utility Buku Khamis also kicked a bag of four, while Charlie Clarke – who was also omitted – kicked 3.2 from 17 disposals. Ryley Sanders kicked 42 disposals, one goal and had 12 clearances in a damning reminder to Beveridge he’s a star of the future. The regularly overlooked Caleb Daniel had 26 disposals, 14 tackles and 10 clearances, Gand might be wondering what more he can do to earn a recall.
EURO-YROKE (ST KILDA) v WALYALUP (FREMANTLE)
Saturday May 18, 7:30pm at Marvel Stadium
Saints’ Round 9 side
B: J.Battle, D.Howard, C.Wilkie
HB: R.Bonner, J.Sinclair, N.Wanganeen-Milera
C: A.Hastie, L.Stocker, M.Wood
HF: D.Wilson, B.Hill, L.Henry
F: M.Owens, M.King, J.Hayes
FOLL: R.Marshall, J.Steele - C, M.Windhager
I/C: S.Ross, T.Membrey, J.Webster, B.Paton, H.Garcia
EMG: R.Byrnes, M.Phillipou, T.Campbell
Team Tips: The Saints need a spark, so is one available at selection? Hunter Clark remained in the VFL after an injury concern and showed reasonable signs with 17 disposals and six tackles, while Anthony Caminiti was a clear standout in the narrow loss to Box Hill. Mattaes Phillipou, after being surprisingly dropped - though perhaps not too surprising given his indifferent form - had 20 disposals and eight tackles, while Paddy Dow was similarly solid. They’re still a couple of weeks away from regaining Dan Butler (hamstring) or Brad Crouch (knee).
Dockers’ Round 9 side
B: B.Walker, A.Pearce - C, J.Draper
HB: H.Chapman, L.Ryan, J.Clark
C: J.Sharp, A.Brayshaw, H.Young
HF: J.O’Meara, J.Treacy, M.Frederick
F: S.Switkowski, J.Amiss, T.Emmett
FOLL: L.Jackson, C.Serong, N.Fyfe
I/C: M.Walters, B.Banfield, M.Johnson, J.Aish, P.Voss
EMG: C.Wagner, L.Reidy, H. Davies
Team Tips: Hard to be too critical of the Dockers’ loss to Sydney given the circumstances, but they played better than the scoreline suggested anyway - they just have to kick straighter - so you wouldn’t expect too many unforced changes. Ruckman Sean Darcy looks set to miss at least another week, with the club set to take a “conservative approach”. “I’m sure they’ll probably try to keep him out another week,” star midfielder Caleb Serong told Triple M. Having often been the travelling emergency Neil Erasmus impressed in the WAFL, gathering 38 disposals in Peel Thunder’s win over Swan Districts, but it’s hard to see him pushing past the likes of Matthew Johnson.
BRISBANE LIONS v RICHMOND
Saturday May 18, 7:30pm at the Gabba
Lions’ Round 9 side
B: D.Zorko, J.Payne, R.Lester
HB: D.Wilmot, H.Andrews, C.McKenna
C: J.Fletcher, C.Rayner, J.Berry
HF: C.Cameron, E.Hipwood, H.McCluggage
F: K.Lohmann, J.Daniher, B.Reville
FOLL: O.McInerney, J.Dunkley, L.Neale - C
I/C: C.Ah Chee, L.Morris, J.Prior, H.Sharp, S.Brain
Team Tips: In stark contrast to the Pineapple Grapple, the Lions didn’t have any injury issues to worry about from the Round 8 draw. Shadeau Brain had some good moments after coming on as the sub at three-quarter-time but will obviously be on the borderline to hold his spot; it’s just a matter of who’s available to get this side back up towards full strength. Noah Answerth will hopefully clear the concussion protocols and could replace Jaxon Prior, while Dev Robertson (shoulder) and Zac Bailey (ankle) are likely a week or two further away. The Lions had the week off at VFL level coming off an 86-point derby loss; Prior and fringe veteran mid Jarryd Lyons were the best in that one anyway.
Tigers’ Round 9 side
B: B.Miller, N.Broad, T.Young
HB: N.Vlastuin, T.Brown, D.Rioli
C: H.Ralphsmith, M.Pickett, S.Banks
HF: R.Mansell, S.Bolton, M.Rioli
F: N.Balta, D.Martin, M.Lefau
FOLL: T.Nankervis - C, D.Prestia, T.Dow
I/C: J.Short, J.Graham, N.Cumberland, S.Campbell, T.Sonsie
EMG: K.McIntosh, S.Ryan, S.Green
Team Tips: Amid all the criticism around the terrible Bulldogs loss, the Tigers may only have 26 fit players for this weekend. The club confirmed Maurice Rioli jnr (syndesmosis) would be out for 8-10 weeks, while Jack Graham (hamstring) is expected to miss one to two weeks and Sam Banks (concussion) will be sidelined at least one game. Seth Campbell (knee) will miss one to two weeks, plus James Trezise (concussion) and Jacob Koschitzke (rolled ankle) copped blows in the VFL. Liam Baker (corked leg) and Dylan Grimes (managed) are meanwhile named as tests for this week. If the pair are clared, it could mean the Tigers will at least have a couple of choices to make with 28 fit players - while Kane McAuliffe was excellent in the VFL.
ESSENDON v NORTH MELBOURNE
Sunday May 19, 1:10pm at Marvel Stadium
Bombers’ Round 9 side
B: D.Heppell, B.McKay, J.Laverde
HB: N.Martin, M.Redman, A.McGrath
C: M.Guelfi, D.Parish, J.Kelly
HF: S.Durham, K.Langford, J.Gresham
F: H.Jones, P.Wright, A.Perkins
FOLL: T.Goldstein, J.Caldwell, Z.Merrett - C
I/C: B.Hobbs, N.Cox, N.Hind, J.Stringer, A.Davey Jnr
EMG: E.Tsatas, D.Shiel, S.Weideman
Team Tips: Hard to make too many changes after the brilliant win over GWS and, to be brutally honest, you don’t need to rush guys back to face the Kangaroos either. Especially stars like Jordan Ridley, who may need another week to recover from his quad concern, while Sam Draper who suffered a mid-week setback heading into the Giants game will now miss at least a month after knee surgery. His return date will be reassessed after Round 14. Zach Reid had 26 disposals and 10 marks in his VFL return while Jye Menzie hit the scoreboard once. VFL coach Blake Caracella praised Elijah Tsatas’ inside work but said he needs to balance it with his outside play, while Dylan Shiel is getting back up to his prior level. Will Setterfield (knee) looks 1-2 weeks away.
Kangaroos’ Round 9 side
B: C.Comben, A.Corr, L.McDonald - C
HB: C.McKercher, H.Sheezel, J.Archer
C: D.Tucker, L.Davies-Uniacke, B.Scott
HF: J.Stephenson, T.Powell, Z.Fisher
F: P.Curtis, N.Larkey, C.Zurhaar
FOLL: T.Xerri, G.Wardlaw, W.Phillips
I/C: C.Lazzaro, H.Greenwood, R.Hardeman, L.Shiels, B.Drury
EMG: Z.Duursma, T.Pink, E.Ford
Team Tips: A worrying blow for Rising Star nominee Colby McKercher who went for scans after foot soreness which saw him miss Tuesday’s light training session. The Roos should regain Jy Simpkin for the Bombers clash, after he missed the Darwin trip with soreness, while you’d think they’ll give Charlie Lazzaro (the sub) and Will Phillips (who remains on the fringe of the side) an extended run at AFL gametime. Jackson Archer, having just recovered from a sprained ankle suffered in Round 8, came out of Round 9 with a foot complaint. Zane Duursma kicked four goals in a tight VFL loss to push his chances of an immediate AFL return.
YARTAPUULTI (PORT ADELAIDE) v HAWTHORN
Sunday May 19, 3:20pm at Adelaide Oval
Power’s Round 9 side
B: K.Farrell, B.Zerk-Thatcher, A.Aliir
HB: M.Bergman, E.Ratugolea, D.Houston
C: J.Sinn, O.Wines, W.Drew
HF: D.Byrne-Jones, T.Marshall, M.Georgiades
F: T.Boak, C.Dixon, W.Rioli
FOLL: D.Visentini, J.Horne-Francis, Z.Butters - C
I/C: J.Mead, J.McEntee, R.Burton, F.Evans, J.Finlayson
EMG: D.Williams, T.Clurey, W.Lorenz
Team Tips: Fresh off a season-boosting win down in Geelong, Port Adelaide will be reluctant to change their ways too much – and rightly so. Jordon Sweet will be the one likely unforced change to come into the side, with the expectation he’ll have recovered from a COVID bout come Sunday. That will mean the unlucky omission of ruck Dante Visentini, who performed honourably in Sweet’s absence. Both Connor Rozee and Lachie Jones are chances to return from low-grade hamstring strains, however the club may take a conservative approach on their returns with a match against Hawthorn this weekend. Jase Burgoyne was given a week to manage a slight groin/adductor injury, and may come back in for Josh Sinn down back. Tom Clurey was one of Port’s best on in the reserves’ heavy loss against North Adelaide, racking up 27 disposals and 10 marks. Ollie Lord kicked two of the side’s five goals, but will struggle to crack into an ultra-effective forward line last Friday night.
Hawks’ Round 9 side
B: J.Weddle, S.Frost, M.D’Ambrosio
HB: J.Scrimshaw, W.Day, C.Mackenzie
C: J.Impey, D.Moore - C, K.Amon
HF: C.Nash, J.Gunston, B.Hardwick
F: J.Ginnivan, L.Breust, N.Watson
FOLL: L.Meek, J.Newcombe, C.Macdonald
I/C: S.Mitchell, C.Dear, J.Worpel, J.Serong, F.Maginness
EMG: E.Phillips, J.Ward, H.Morrison
Team Tips: A hard-fought win down in Launceston over St Kilda gave the Hawks their third win of 2024, as well as a new-found level of confidence. There’s mixed news on the injury front, with Mabior Chol (wrist) and James Sicily (shoulder/ankle) tracking well in their bids to return, but will need to pass fitness tests. Changkuoth Jiath got through his return via the VFL unscathed with 22 disposals and eight marks and will be considered for selection. However Mitch Lewis remains sidelined indefinitely with a knee issue, but doesn’t require surgery. Young Hawk Henry Hustwaite (concussion) and Ned Reeves (hand) are likely to return, but given the side’s form last Saturday, they likely come back through the VFL. Calsher Dear was quiet down in Tasmania, but probably gets another crack after his stunning debut. Josh Ward responded well to his dropping accumulating 29 disposals, seven clearances and six inside 50s in the twos.
WAALITJ MARAWAR (WEST COAST EAGLES) v NARRM (MELBOURNE)
Sunday May 19, 6:20pm at Optus Stadium
Eagles’ Round 9 side
B: J.Rotham, T.Barrass, L.Duggan - C
HB: B.Hough, J.McGovern, T.Cole
C: D.Sheed, T.Kelly, L.Edwards
HF: J.Petruccelle, L.Ryan, J.Cripps
F: T.Dewar, J.Darling, J.Williams
FOLL: B.Williams, R.Ginbey, H.Reid
I/C: J.Hunt, C.Chesser, A.Witherden, H.Johnston, R.Maric
Team Tips: Being without the in-form Elliot Yeo (groin) and Jake Waterman (concussion) didn’t explain the entire margin against Collingwood, but it sure didn’t help, and it’s hoped the pair will recover in time for Sunday’s clash. Adam Simpson declared the pair a chance on Monday while Jeremy McGovern, who was hospitalised due to internal injuries, flew back with the team and is also hopefully fine to play. Jack Petruccelle came out of the game with a syndesmosis concern with Simpson suggesting on Sunday “we thought we could get him back but we didn’t want to risk it”. Debutant Tyrell Dewar will hold his spot with Tyler Brockman still unavailable.
Demons’ Round 9 side
B: B.Howes, S.May, T.Rivers
HB: J.McVee, J.Lever, T.McDonald
C: J.Billings, C.Oliver, C.Windsor
HF: E.Langdon, H.Petty, K.Pickett
F: J.van Rooyen, B.Fritsch, D.Turner
FOLL: M.Gawn - C, J.Viney, C.Petracca
I/C: J.Bowey, A.Neal-Bullen, T.Sparrow, K.Chandler, T.Woewodin
EMG: B.Laurie, M.Hore, B.Brown
Team Tips: It’s a relatively clean bill of health for the Demons now, with Christian Salem to return from a hamstring injury on Sunday if he’s passed fit, plus Charlie Spargo (Achilles) a week or two away. That would leave just Jake Melksham (knee, 4-6 weeks) on the sidelines in a massive boost for Simon Goodwin’s side as other premiership rivals battle numerous absences. He has options for change if he feels the need, with Ben Brown kicking a wasteful yet promising 2.6 from six marks in the VFL, while fringe tall Adam Tomlinson and forgotten winger Lachie Hunter each had 24 disposals. Taj Woewodin played limited VFL game time after being the sub for Thursday night’s narrow loss, a role he has often filled this year.