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Hayden McLean

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Hayden McLean joined the Sydney Swans as a supplemental selection in the preseason of 2019 and soon made his AFL debut in Round 18, 2019. After being awarded the Dennis Carrol Award for Most Improved in 2023 the 26-year-old backed up his performance with an appearance in every 2024 game. He kicked 25 goals from 19 games in 2025.
Hayden McLean
Hayden McLean joined the Sydney Swans as a supplemental selection in the preseason of 2019 and soon made his AFL debut in Round 18, 2019. After being awarded the Dennis Carrol Award for Most Improved in 2023 the 26-year-old backed up his performance with an appearance in every 2024 game. He kicked 25 goals from 19 games in 2025.
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Dennis Carroll Trophy - Most Improved
Years award won:
2023

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Latest Player Videos

  • 00:42

    Tensions rise as Swans tagger keeps Dockers star in check

    Caleb Serong and James Jordon scuffle and exchange words before Hayden McLean strikes it sweetly on the quarter-time siren

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  • 00:38

    Strength and class from McLean sees Swans find response

    Hayden McLean shows plenty of class in front of goal with a brilliant finish from the contest

    AFL
  • 00:24

    Mark of the Week - Round 21

    What a game from Hayden McLean! A sensational performance epitomised by this opening quarter contested mark to set the tone and take Mark of the Week, presented by QATAR Airways.

    AFL
  • 00:29

    Crafty McLean converts phenomenal soccer sparkler

    The Swans' comeback continues with this remarkable Hayden McLean gem

    AFL
  • 01:05

    Round 1 Post Game Interview - Hayden McLean

    Hear from Hayden McLean who we caught up with following our Round 1 victory over the Gold Coast Suns

    AFL
  • 00:33

    McLean takes a dazzling one-handed grab infront of goal

    Hayden McLean stems the bleeding for Sydney with this dazzling grab and finish

    AFL
  • 02:35

    VFL Showreel, SF: Hayden McLean highlights

    Enjoy Hayden McLean's standout VFL performance for the Swans

  • 01:06

    McLean kicks two majors in opening term

    Hayden McLean has an eventful few minutes, nailing two goals while squandering one in the process

    AFL
  • 02:12

    McLean post match - Round 20, 2019

    SwansTV spoke to young ruckman Hayden McLean after today's loss to GWS.

    AFL
  • 01:53

    McLean to Debut

    Hayden McLean will make his debut in Round 18 against Fremantle. He speaks to Swans TV exclusively.

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Latest Player News

  1. Four more for McLean

    Key forward Hayden McLean has locked in his future with the red and white, signing on with the Sydney Swans until at least the end of 2027.

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  2. Swans quartet commit

    The Sydney Swans have secured four key signatures, with forward Hayden McLean, midfielder Dylan Stephens and defenders Robbie Fox and Will Gould agreeing to terms on new deals with the club.

  3. 2021 Season Review: Hayden McLean

    Hayden McLean credits an injury-free pre-season as the catalyst to his breakout season in 2021 that saw him become a key figure in the Swans return to finals football.

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