Get all the top headlines presented by 7+ Sport, ahead of the AFLW Sydney Derby at Henson Park on Sunday.
What's on in Round 6
We're back at Henson Park this Sunday for the Sydney Derby. With sunshine forecast, it's the perfect way to round out the weekend as we clash with the GWS Giants.
The sun will be shining and there's plenty on, make sure to get down to Fan Zone and collect a limited-edition Cynthia Hamilton keyring. There are only 100 on offer, so get in quick before they are gone. PLUS All-Australian Defender Brenna Tarrant’s match worn boots will be raffled off at Fan Zone under the red marquee in Round 6. Make sure to pop down, have a look at the boots and buy your tickets.
Plus, by turning up you'll be changing her game. To increase the length of the AFLW season to 14 games, we need to grow our crowds to 6,000 attendees per match. Bigger crowds mean more footy, and who doesn't want that?
Jarrad McVeigh to depart Sydney Swans
After 23 years in the red and white, including co-captaining the club in the 2012 Premiership, on Tuesday it was announced that Jarrad McVeigh is departing the club to pursue an opportunity overseas.
Few people have had an impact on the club like the former keeper of the No.3 guernsey. A fierce competitor known for his dash off the half-back line, McVeigh’s work ethic and leadership endeared him to Swans fans and set the tone for the club’s culture.
Read more HERE.
AFLW Injury Update
On Wednesday, it was confirmed that utility Julie O’Sullivan will miss the remainder of the 2025 AFLW season after she ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her left knee during Saturday’s match against Collingwood.
Lexi Hamilton has been named as a test to play this weekend after she came from the field following a heavy collision during the game last Saturday. She was cleared post-match of any significant chest injury.
Scott Gowans Key Quotes
Senior coach Scott Gowans spoke to the media on Friday ahead of the Sydney Derby. He spoke about the rivarly with GWS and encouraged fans to turn up in force.
"We always look forward to playing the Giants, I'm sure it's the same for them as well," he said.
"The story will be in the contest, traditionally they're close games. The crowd will be unbelievable, we're expecting over 6,000 people.
"It's going to be a beautiful day, it's really important people come down to the game as well, so we can get these extra games into our season as a W industry."
