Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - 9:19 AM - by Matthew Ogg
It is with great pleasure that the Swan Districts Football Club welcomes new WAFLW head coach, Adam Dancey, to the club.
Having been involved with both male and female teams around Australia, Adam comes with an incredible resume of over 18 years’ experience in football development, player performance, opposition analysis and coaching.
A specialist when it comes to improving the skills of the players he looks over, Read More [+]
Monday, November 2, 2020 - 9:15 AM - by Matthew Ogg
Shanae Davison has topped off a stellar season, taking home her maiden 2020 McSherry Medal on Saturday night at the Swan Districts women’s Fairest & Best awards.
The McSherry Medal is an award named after foundation captain, WA representative and dual Reserves Premiership coach – Mandy McSherry. A 3x time Club Fairest and Best winner herself, McSherry is the clubs longest serving captain and has seen the women’s teams through a Read More [+]
Saturday, October 31, 2020 - 4:11 PM
Swans Districts Football Club welcomes Ian Westmore and Joanne Taylor to the Club’s Board.
There were eight candidates for four positions and 383 valid ballots were received. The results were:
Peter Hodyl – 363 votes
Des Hardiman – 307 votes
Matt Hewitson – 259 votes
Ian Westmore – 178 votes
Joanne Taylor – 178 votes
Kim Doust – 90 votes
John Komorowski – 83 votes
David Abbott – 74 votes
Peter Hodyl and Read More [+]
Monday, October 26, 2020 - 10:59 AM - by Matthew Ogg
Nathan Broad has staked his claim on being one of the most successful Swan Districts draftees, claiming his third AFL Premiership in just four seasons over the weekend, as Richmond knocked off Geelong to become 2020’s champions.
Coming to Swans from Upper Swan JFC, he was overlooked in the 2011 draft but did not let this deter him from his AFL goal, continuing to play in the Read More [+]
Tuesday, October 20, 2020 - 1:56 PM - by Matthew Ogg
Even before the recent COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity has been a daily reality for tens of thousands of West Australians.
Hunger can impact anyone at any time through circumstances including; illness, marriage breakdowns, job loss and more. It could be happening to a friend, family member, neighbour or colleague without you even knowing, as having a house, job and car can often mask the issue, often making their suffering invisible Read More [+]
Monday, October 19, 2020 - 11:22 AM - by Matthew Ogg
WA Gold have made an emphatic 110-point turn around in the second game of the West Australian NAB AFL U18s All Stars Exhibition.
Having gone down to WA Black by 55 points the week before, it was the Gold’s time to shine, winning game 2 by the same margin; 18.5 (113) to 8.10 (58).
Seven of the nine named Swans took Read More [+]
Thursday, October 15, 2020 - 1:33 PM - by Matthew Ogg
When you think of quiet achievers, you can’t go past Swan Districts defender, Ty Sears. A talented backman with run, speed and skill, the South Bunbury product is being touted as one to watch in the lead up to this year’s AFL Draft.
With a background in athletics, where he has won a gold medal representing WA, Sears is comfortable rebounding off half-back and pushing up into the midfield.
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Keeping active, trying new things, meeting new people and having fun along the way has been the trademark of the Swans School Holiday Program.
Our Community team have engaged with over 115 young people in the two week school holiday period from suburbs as far and wide as Woorooloo, Chidlow, Mundaring, Swan View and other Swan Districts zones.
WAFLW and WAFL players have been present in each activity joining Read More [+]
Tuesday, October 13, 2020 - 3:09 PM - by Matthew Ogg
It has been said that not all heroes wear capes, and young Swan Districts Colt, Jamison Ugle, most definitely fits this category.
An exciting and extremely talented footballer whose name has been thrown around in AFL draft circles this season, his name is now synonymous with his off field heroism that quite literally saved another man’s life earlier this year.
Coming to the rescue of Read More [+]
Tuesday, October 13, 2020 - 1:18 PM - by Matt Ogg
Calling all Handlebars, Pencils, Horseshoes, Chevrons and Walruses… We Need You!
Movember is saving and improving men’s lives through projects focused on prostate cancer, testicular, mental health and suicide prevention. Each November thousands of guys around the world will grow their best ‘Mo’ throughout the month of November, to help raise the awareness around the often ignored issue of men’s health.
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