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The Latest Breaking News from Tom Papley

Don't pin hopes on comeback Swans, cautions coach

Sydney's coach says the return of a talented quartet is welcome but won't be relied on for a late-season surge.

AAP · Jun 20, 2025

Swans earn timely boost, Port dealt double blow

Port Adelaide have named Jason Horne-Francis but lost two key players for their clash with Sydney, while Carlton forward Charlie Curnow has been passed fit.

AAP · Jun 19, 2025

Swans coach turns to former club foe in hour of need

Sydney coach Dean Cox has been dealt a difficult hand in his first year at the helm, but has found an easy source of advice and familiar voice at the AFL club.

AAP · Jun 5, 2025

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Bice continues Swans' rich mature-age recruit tradition

Mature-age recruit Riley Bice shone for Sydney in their 65-point win over North Melbourne with a polished game across half-back.

AAP · Apr 5, 2025

Swans star Papley out for six weeks with heel injury

Sydney will lose Tom Papley for six to eight weeks after the star forward cracked his heel during training, while Logan McDonald will return via the VFL.

AAP · Apr 3, 2025

Swans' injury list grows to 14 ahead of Brisbane clash

Sydney Swans coach Dean Cox has suffered another early-season setback, ruling out veteran midfielder Taylor Adams from Saturday's grand final rematch.

AAP · Mar 11, 2025

Swans welcome back Papley, Grundy for AFL season opener

Sydney stars Tom Papley and Brodie Grundy have overcome injury and will play in the AFL season opener, while Hawthorn have ruled out Changkuoth Jiath.

AAP · Mar 6, 2025

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Injuries unavoidable in AFL flag push: Swans coach

Sydney coach Dean Cox concedes injuries are an unavoidable part of chasing an AFL premiership after losing star players Errol Gulden and Callum Mills.

AAP · Mar 5, 2025

McCartin the man to help Swans move forward: Amartey

Sydney forward Joel Amartey has given updates on Tom McCartin, Callum Mills and Tom Papley ahead of the Swans' clash with the Gold Coast Suns on Friday.

AAP · Feb 26, 2025

Swans start Dean Cox coaching era with match sim win

Sydney have started their new era under Dean Cox as coach with a 57-point win over Greater Western Sydney in match simulation.

AAP · Feb 21, 2025

How Longmire unlocked the key to coaching immortality

John Longmire hasn't changed as a person since his teenage days on the family farm, but his AFL coaching evolution at Sydney has been profound and effective.

AAP · Sep 27, 2024

Papley, Zorko tipped to produce grand final fireworks

Sydney forward Tom Papley and Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko shape as the fire-starters for their respective sides in the AFL grand final.

AAP · Sep 27, 2024

Swans livewire Papley set for Starcevich GF match-up

Known for his celebrations and ability to get under his opposition's skin, Sydney's Tom Papley is set to cause trouble for Brisbane defender Brandon Starcevich.

AAP · Sep 26, 2024

Papley proves Swans' firestarter in AFL prelim final

Through incendiary celebrations and three goals, Tom Papley played a key role in Sydney's preliminary final win over Port Adelaide.

AAP · Sep 20, 2024

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AAP · Sep 13, 2024

Papley goes straight from car crash to AFL prelim final

Sydney forward Tom Papley crashed his car on his way to their AFL qualifying final, then put on a show to help the Swans book a preliminary final spot.

AAP · Sep 10, 2024

GWS fined $20k for McCartney, Papley confrontation

Greater Western Sydney have copped a $20,000 fine after football boss Jason McCartney was involved in an on-field incident with Sydney player Tom Papley.

AAP · Sep 5, 2024

Blues load up against Lions but Curnow still injured

Harry McKay, Mitch McGovern and Tom De Koning are among the stars to return for Carlton, but Charlie Curnow still hasn't recovered from an ankle injury.

AAP · Sep 5, 2024

Swans fit and ready to fire in GWS finals battle

AFL minor premiers Sydney are just about at full strength for their qualifying final against GWS, with Tom Papley and Justin McInerney ready to return.

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AAP · Sep 3, 2024

Swans face AFL finals selection squeeze as stars return

Tom Papley and Justin McInerney are in the frame to return from injury for Sydney's AFL qualifying final, leaving coach John Longmire pondering who to drop.

AAP · Aug 28, 2024

Swans dismiss venue move as AFL derby final sells out

Callum Mills is aware some fans will miss out on Sydney's qualifying final against GWS after tickets sold out, but is firm on the game staying at the SCG.

AAP · Aug 24, 2024

Swans confident Papley, McInerney will play AFL finals

Securing a home qualifying final after taking the minor premiership, Sydney coach John Longmire is confident their injured stars will return in time.

AAP · Jul 30, 2024

Swans focus on ending form slump, not AFL ladder

Sydney coach John Longmire is taking the AFL ladder out of the equation and keeping his focus on guiding an injury-hit Swans out of their form slump.

AAP · Jul 27, 2024

Injury-hit Swans brace for AFL finals hopefuls Bulldogs

Sydney utility Robbie Fox says a growing injury list, which includes star Tom Papley, won't impact the Swans' chances against the surging Western Bulldogs.

AAP · Jul 22, 2024

Freo skipper suffers arm fracture, Papley out for Swans

Fremantle have been dealt a huge blow with captain Alex Pearce fracturing his left arm again, while Sydney's Tom Papley will be sidelined with an ankle injury.

AAP · Jun 14, 2024

High-flying Swans wary of wounded Crows

Ladder leaders Sydney are determined not to have their wings clipped by an under-fire Adelaide team that's out to prove a point.

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