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The Advertiser
14 hours ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Deja vu for GWS coach after Giants come from the clouds
Fourth-quarter comebacks on home turf are shaping as a familiar tale for GWS coach Adam Kingsley after a comeback win over Gold Coast. The Suns slammed through the first four goals at Engie Stadium on Sunday, but Kingsley wasn't overly worried. A fortnight ago the Giants overcame a 28-point deficit against Richmond to win by three points. A third-quarter time message by Callan Ward, who had ruptured his ACL, proved pivotal. Staring down a 22-point difference on Sunday, Giants young gun Aaron Cadman kicked his second goal to spark another comeback. Cadman's goal was followed by seven more, with substitute Jake Stringer kicking the match-winner in their 16.10 (106) to 14.15 (99) victory. "I didn't have Wardy this time, that was the only difference," Kingsley said. "To be down at three-quarter time, our guys know that we've been able to do that in the past and so we built great confidence out of being able to do it. "But you've then got to go and do it against what was and is a really good team. "That doesn't mean we always do it, and we're going to make mistakes, of course, but when we put it together, I think we're a pretty good team." Sunday's clash was dubbed the biggest yet of the so-called Expansion Cup, given both of the AFL's youngest franchises were in the top eight. The match was played in front of 10,504 fans - the largest GWS home crowd against Gold Coast. The Giants are seventh (9-6) on the ladder heading into their round-16 bye, but the Suns dropped to ninth (8-5) after the Western Bulldogs thrashed Richmond on Sunday. "That naturally builds a little bit more emotion in the game," Kingsley said. "We understood this was an important game. We're playing against another top-eight team who are a really strong team. "We had a massive crowd, which suggests there's a sense that both of these teams are good teams. Kingsley praised Stringer, who was the perfect foil to young key forward Cadman. Stringer was playing his first game since round nine after overcoming his second hamstring injury of the year. The 31-year-old kicked the match-winner, dribbling the ball in from the right pocket. Cadman tallied three goals in his 50th game. "Both those guys finished the work from the guys up the field, but it wasn't just the goals," Kingsley said. "Aaron had some really important contests he needed to have and he did that. "I thought Jake had some really important decisions up the field that needed to be made. "And certainly that last one, where he booted the ball deep inside-50 and it turned at right angles and rolled out of bounds for a stoppage, was an incredible decision to make." Fourth-quarter comebacks on home turf are shaping as a familiar tale for GWS coach Adam Kingsley after a comeback win over Gold Coast. The Suns slammed through the first four goals at Engie Stadium on Sunday, but Kingsley wasn't overly worried. A fortnight ago the Giants overcame a 28-point deficit against Richmond to win by three points. A third-quarter time message by Callan Ward, who had ruptured his ACL, proved pivotal. Staring down a 22-point difference on Sunday, Giants young gun Aaron Cadman kicked his second goal to spark another comeback. Cadman's goal was followed by seven more, with substitute Jake Stringer kicking the match-winner in their 16.10 (106) to 14.15 (99) victory. "I didn't have Wardy this time, that was the only difference," Kingsley said. "To be down at three-quarter time, our guys know that we've been able to do that in the past and so we built great confidence out of being able to do it. "But you've then got to go and do it against what was and is a really good team. "That doesn't mean we always do it, and we're going to make mistakes, of course, but when we put it together, I think we're a pretty good team." Sunday's clash was dubbed the biggest yet of the so-called Expansion Cup, given both of the AFL's youngest franchises were in the top eight. The match was played in front of 10,504 fans - the largest GWS home crowd against Gold Coast. The Giants are seventh (9-6) on the ladder heading into their round-16 bye, but the Suns dropped to ninth (8-5) after the Western Bulldogs thrashed Richmond on Sunday. "That naturally builds a little bit more emotion in the game," Kingsley said. "We understood this was an important game. We're playing against another top-eight team who are a really strong team. "We had a massive crowd, which suggests there's a sense that both of these teams are good teams. Kingsley praised Stringer, who was the perfect foil to young key forward Cadman. Stringer was playing his first game since round nine after overcoming his second hamstring injury of the year. The 31-year-old kicked the match-winner, dribbling the ball in from the right pocket. Cadman tallied three goals in his 50th game. "Both those guys finished the work from the guys up the field, but it wasn't just the goals," Kingsley said. "Aaron had some really important contests he needed to have and he did that. "I thought Jake had some really important decisions up the field that needed to be made. "And certainly that last one, where he booted the ball deep inside-50 and it turned at right angles and rolled out of bounds for a stoppage, was an incredible decision to make." Fourth-quarter comebacks on home turf are shaping as a familiar tale for GWS coach Adam Kingsley after a comeback win over Gold Coast. The Suns slammed through the first four goals at Engie Stadium on Sunday, but Kingsley wasn't overly worried. A fortnight ago the Giants overcame a 28-point deficit against Richmond to win by three points. A third-quarter time message by Callan Ward, who had ruptured his ACL, proved pivotal. Staring down a 22-point difference on Sunday, Giants young gun Aaron Cadman kicked his second goal to spark another comeback. Cadman's goal was followed by seven more, with substitute Jake Stringer kicking the match-winner in their 16.10 (106) to 14.15 (99) victory. "I didn't have Wardy this time, that was the only difference," Kingsley said. "To be down at three-quarter time, our guys know that we've been able to do that in the past and so we built great confidence out of being able to do it. "But you've then got to go and do it against what was and is a really good team. "That doesn't mean we always do it, and we're going to make mistakes, of course, but when we put it together, I think we're a pretty good team." Sunday's clash was dubbed the biggest yet of the so-called Expansion Cup, given both of the AFL's youngest franchises were in the top eight. The match was played in front of 10,504 fans - the largest GWS home crowd against Gold Coast. The Giants are seventh (9-6) on the ladder heading into their round-16 bye, but the Suns dropped to ninth (8-5) after the Western Bulldogs thrashed Richmond on Sunday. "That naturally builds a little bit more emotion in the game," Kingsley said. "We understood this was an important game. We're playing against another top-eight team who are a really strong team. "We had a massive crowd, which suggests there's a sense that both of these teams are good teams. Kingsley praised Stringer, who was the perfect foil to young key forward Cadman. Stringer was playing his first game since round nine after overcoming his second hamstring injury of the year. The 31-year-old kicked the match-winner, dribbling the ball in from the right pocket. Cadman tallied three goals in his 50th game. "Both those guys finished the work from the guys up the field, but it wasn't just the goals," Kingsley said. "Aaron had some really important contests he needed to have and he did that. "I thought Jake had some really important decisions up the field that needed to be made. "And certainly that last one, where he booted the ball deep inside-50 and it turned at right angles and rolled out of bounds for a stoppage, was an incredible decision to make."
Perth Now
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Deja vu for GWS coach after Giants come from the clouds
Fourth-quarter comebacks on home turf are shaping as a familiar tale for GWS coach Adam Kingsley after a comeback win over Gold Coast. The Suns slammed through the first four goals at Engie Stadium on Sunday, but Kingsley wasn't overly worried. A fortnight ago the Giants overcame a 28-point deficit against Richmond to win by three points. A third-quarter time message by Callan Ward, who had ruptured his ACL, proved pivotal. Staring down a 22-point difference on Sunday, Giants young gun Aaron Cadman kicked his second goal to spark another comeback. Cadman's goal was followed by seven more, with substitute Jake Stringer kicking the match-winner in their 16.10 (106) to 14.15 (99) victory. "I didn't have Wardy this time, that was the only difference," Kingsley said. "To be down at three-quarter time, our guys know that we've been able to do that in the past and so we built great confidence out of being able to do it. "But you've then got to go and do it against what was and is a really good team. "That doesn't mean we always do it, and we're going to make mistakes, of course, but when we put it together, I think we're a pretty good team." Sunday's clash was dubbed the biggest yet of the so-called Expansion Cup, given both of the AFL's youngest franchises were in the top eight. The match was played in front of 10,504 fans - the largest GWS home crowd against Gold Coast. The Giants are seventh (9-6) on the ladder heading into their round-16 bye, but the Suns dropped to ninth (8-5) after the Western Bulldogs thrashed Richmond on Sunday. "That naturally builds a little bit more emotion in the game," Kingsley said. "We understood this was an important game. We're playing against another top-eight team who are a really strong team. "We had a massive crowd, which suggests there's a sense that both of these teams are good teams. "Our job is to continue to ... build a rivalry that will last for a long period of time." Kingsley praised Stringer, who was the perfect foil to young key forward Cadman. Stringer was playing his first game since round nine after overcoming his second hamstring injury of the year. The 31-year-old kicked the match-winner, dribbling the ball in from the right pocket. Cadman tallied three goals in his 50th game. "Both those guys finished the work from the guys up the field, but it wasn't just the goals," Kingsley said. "Aaron had some really important contests he needed to have and he did that. "I thought Jake had some really important decisions up the field that needed to be made. "And certainly that last one, where he booted the ball deep inside-50 and it turned at right angles and rolled out of bounds for a stoppage, was an incredible decision to make."
The Advertiser
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Young Aaron Cadman becomes a giant ahead of milestone
GWS youngster Aaron Cadman knows his apprenticeship is over and feels he's ready to explode in the back half of the AFL season. The 2022 No.1 draft pick lived up to his billing after his career-best haul of five goals and 13 marks helped steer the Giants to a comeback win over Brisbane. His breakout performance - which included a speccy mark against Lions swingman Eric Hipwood - added to reigning Coleman Medallist Jesse Hogan's haul of six goals and 12 marks. The 21-year-old's slow burn to good form echoes the words of inaugural Giants coach Kevin Sheedy, who believes players only come of age at AFL level when they reach 50 games. Set to chalk up the milestone against Gold Coast, Cadman agrees there is truth in Sheedy's declaration. "I know that I can be, hopefully, one of the top players in the league," Cadman said on Tuesday. "This is my third year, so I've still got a lot of growing to do as a player, physically and mentally. "I know they're saying your apprenticeship is over at 50 games once you're past 50, but I feel like I've still got a lot of room to grow. "Obviously, big thanks to the coaching staff for giving me the opportunity in 50 games. "Even picking me 50 times where I probably wouldn't have picked myself, and just having faith in me and knowing what I am capable of." Cadman has long been touted as the man to lead the GWS forward line for years to come, after the Giants traded up to secure the top selection in the 2022 draft. The left-footer managed just six goals from a dozen appearances in his 2023 debut season, before hitting new heights last year with 30 goals across 23 games. GWS's faith is clear, but Cadman admitted it took time for him to shake off the expectations that come with being a top draft selection. "I feel like in my first two years, that was something that weighed on me a little bit," Cadman said. "Now I know what I am capable of, and just continuing to show that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where I was picked. " Cadman credits Hogan as the man who has helped make him ready for what looms at AFL level. A 17-year-old Hogan has faced similar expectations after being drafted to Melbourne with pick No.2 in the 2012 mini-draft. "Me and Jesse can relate to each other a little bit," Cadman said. "Even on and off the field, just sharing his mistakes and helping me learn from those things has been super helpful for me. "It's a great relationship we have down there. It's almost like half the time, we don't even have to say anything." GWS youngster Aaron Cadman knows his apprenticeship is over and feels he's ready to explode in the back half of the AFL season. The 2022 No.1 draft pick lived up to his billing after his career-best haul of five goals and 13 marks helped steer the Giants to a comeback win over Brisbane. His breakout performance - which included a speccy mark against Lions swingman Eric Hipwood - added to reigning Coleman Medallist Jesse Hogan's haul of six goals and 12 marks. The 21-year-old's slow burn to good form echoes the words of inaugural Giants coach Kevin Sheedy, who believes players only come of age at AFL level when they reach 50 games. Set to chalk up the milestone against Gold Coast, Cadman agrees there is truth in Sheedy's declaration. "I know that I can be, hopefully, one of the top players in the league," Cadman said on Tuesday. "This is my third year, so I've still got a lot of growing to do as a player, physically and mentally. "I know they're saying your apprenticeship is over at 50 games once you're past 50, but I feel like I've still got a lot of room to grow. "Obviously, big thanks to the coaching staff for giving me the opportunity in 50 games. "Even picking me 50 times where I probably wouldn't have picked myself, and just having faith in me and knowing what I am capable of." Cadman has long been touted as the man to lead the GWS forward line for years to come, after the Giants traded up to secure the top selection in the 2022 draft. The left-footer managed just six goals from a dozen appearances in his 2023 debut season, before hitting new heights last year with 30 goals across 23 games. GWS's faith is clear, but Cadman admitted it took time for him to shake off the expectations that come with being a top draft selection. "I feel like in my first two years, that was something that weighed on me a little bit," Cadman said. "Now I know what I am capable of, and just continuing to show that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where I was picked. " Cadman credits Hogan as the man who has helped make him ready for what looms at AFL level. A 17-year-old Hogan has faced similar expectations after being drafted to Melbourne with pick No.2 in the 2012 mini-draft. "Me and Jesse can relate to each other a little bit," Cadman said. "Even on and off the field, just sharing his mistakes and helping me learn from those things has been super helpful for me. "It's a great relationship we have down there. It's almost like half the time, we don't even have to say anything." GWS youngster Aaron Cadman knows his apprenticeship is over and feels he's ready to explode in the back half of the AFL season. The 2022 No.1 draft pick lived up to his billing after his career-best haul of five goals and 13 marks helped steer the Giants to a comeback win over Brisbane. His breakout performance - which included a speccy mark against Lions swingman Eric Hipwood - added to reigning Coleman Medallist Jesse Hogan's haul of six goals and 12 marks. The 21-year-old's slow burn to good form echoes the words of inaugural Giants coach Kevin Sheedy, who believes players only come of age at AFL level when they reach 50 games. Set to chalk up the milestone against Gold Coast, Cadman agrees there is truth in Sheedy's declaration. "I know that I can be, hopefully, one of the top players in the league," Cadman said on Tuesday. "This is my third year, so I've still got a lot of growing to do as a player, physically and mentally. "I know they're saying your apprenticeship is over at 50 games once you're past 50, but I feel like I've still got a lot of room to grow. "Obviously, big thanks to the coaching staff for giving me the opportunity in 50 games. "Even picking me 50 times where I probably wouldn't have picked myself, and just having faith in me and knowing what I am capable of." Cadman has long been touted as the man to lead the GWS forward line for years to come, after the Giants traded up to secure the top selection in the 2022 draft. The left-footer managed just six goals from a dozen appearances in his 2023 debut season, before hitting new heights last year with 30 goals across 23 games. GWS's faith is clear, but Cadman admitted it took time for him to shake off the expectations that come with being a top draft selection. "I feel like in my first two years, that was something that weighed on me a little bit," Cadman said. "Now I know what I am capable of, and just continuing to show that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where I was picked. " Cadman credits Hogan as the man who has helped make him ready for what looms at AFL level. A 17-year-old Hogan has faced similar expectations after being drafted to Melbourne with pick No.2 in the 2012 mini-draft. "Me and Jesse can relate to each other a little bit," Cadman said. "Even on and off the field, just sharing his mistakes and helping me learn from those things has been super helpful for me. "It's a great relationship we have down there. It's almost like half the time, we don't even have to say anything."
West Australian
6 days ago
- Sport
- West Australian
GWS Giants dealt massive injury blow with Sam Taylor suffering a broken toe
Greater Western Sydney have suffered a massive blow with gun defender Sam Taylor facing over a month on the sidelines. 7NEWS reporter Xander McGuire revealed the All-Australian suffered a broken toe during last week's win over Brisbane. Taylor was able to play out the match, but is now expected to miss the next up to five weeks. 'A huge blow for GWS with All-Australian full-back Sam Taylor out for 4-5 weeks with a broken toe,' McGuire tweeted . 'He sustained the injury against Brisbane but played through the pain. He'll spend the next 2-3 weeks in a moon boot.' The blow comes just as the Giants recaptured their best form with the win over the Lions, which came after a shock loss to Port Adelaide in Canberra. But now they will be without Taylor for matches against Gold Coast, West Coast, Geelong and Essendon over the next month. Brent Daniels is also facing another stint on the sidelines after suffering an adductor tendon injury against the Lions. The small forward, who has only managed six games, will undergo scans to determine his rehabilitation period. Meanwhile, youngster Aaron Cadman knows his apprenticeship is over and feels he's ready to explode in the back half of the AFL season. The 2022 No.1 draft pick lived up to his billing after his career-best haul of five goals and 13 marks helped steer the Giants to a comeback win over Brisbane. His breakout performance - which included a speccy mark against Lions swingman Eric Hipwood - added to reigning Coleman medallist Jesse Hogan's haul of six goals and 12 marks. The 21-year-old's slow burn to good form echoes the words of inaugural Giants coach Kevin Sheedy, who believes players only come of age at AFL level when they reach 50 games. Set to chalk up the milestone against Gold Coast, Cadman agrees there is truth in Sheedy's declaration. 'I know that I can be, hopefully, one of the top players in the league,' Cadman said on Tuesday. 'This is my third year, so I've still got a lot of growing to do as a player, physically and mentally. 'I know they're saying your apprenticeship is over at 50 games once you're past 50, but I feel like I've still got a lot of room to grow. 'Obviously, big thanks to the coaching staff for giving me the opportunity in 50 games. 'Even picking me 50 times where I probably wouldn't have picked myself, and just having faith in me and knowing what I am capable of.' Cadman has long been touted as the man to lead the GWS forward line for years to come, after the Giants traded up to secure the top selection in the 2022 draft. The left-footer managed just six goals from a dozen appearances in his 2023 debut season, before hitting new heights last year with 30 goals across 23 games. GWS's faith is clear, but Cadman admitted it took time for him to shake off the expectations that come with being a top draft selection. 'I feel like in my first two years, that was something that weighed on me a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Now I know what I am capable of, and just continuing to show that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where I was picked. ' Cadman credits Hogan as the man who has helped make him ready for what looms at AFL level. A 17-year-old Hogan has faced similar expectations after being drafted to Melbourne with pick No.2 in the 2012 mini-draft. 'Me and Jesse can relate to each other a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Even on and off the field, just sharing his mistakes and helping me learn from those things has been super helpful for me. 'It's a great relationship we have down there. It's almost like half the time, we don't even have to say anything.' - With AAP
Perth Now
6 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Giants dealt massive injury blow to key player
Greater Western Sydney have suffered a massive blow with gun defender Sam Taylor facing over a month on the sidelines. 7NEWS reporter Xander McGuire revealed the All-Australian suffered a broken toe during last week's win over Brisbane. Taylor was able to play out the match, but is now expected to miss the next up to five weeks. 'A huge blow for GWS with All-Australian full-back Sam Taylor out for 4-5 weeks with a broken toe,' McGuire tweeted. 'He sustained the injury against Brisbane but played through the pain. He'll spend the next 2-3 weeks in a moon boot.' If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. The blow comes just as the Giants recaptured their best form with the win over the Lions, which came after a shock loss to Port Adelaide in Canberra. But now they will be without Taylor for matches against Gold Coast, West Coast, Geelong and Essendon over the next month. Brent Daniels is also facing another stint on the sidelines after suffering an adductor tendon injury against the Lions. The small forward, who has only managed six games, will undergo scans to determine his rehabilitation period. Meanwhile, youngster Aaron Cadman knows his apprenticeship is over and feels he's ready to explode in the back half of the AFL season. The 2022 No.1 draft pick lived up to his billing after his career-best haul of five goals and 13 marks helped steer the Giants to a comeback win over Brisbane. His breakout performance - which included a speccy mark against Lions swingman Eric Hipwood - added to reigning Coleman medallist Jesse Hogan's haul of six goals and 12 marks. The 21-year-old's slow burn to good form echoes the words of inaugural Giants coach Kevin Sheedy, who believes players only come of age at AFL level when they reach 50 games. Set to chalk up the milestone against Gold Coast, Cadman agrees there is truth in Sheedy's declaration. 'I know that I can be, hopefully, one of the top players in the league,' Cadman said on Tuesday. 'This is my third year, so I've still got a lot of growing to do as a player, physically and mentally. 'I know they're saying your apprenticeship is over at 50 games once you're past 50, but I feel like I've still got a lot of room to grow. 'Obviously, big thanks to the coaching staff for giving me the opportunity in 50 games. 'Even picking me 50 times where I probably wouldn't have picked myself, and just having faith in me and knowing what I am capable of.' Aaron Cadman soars above Brisbane's Eric Hipwood to take one of 13 marks for the Giants. Credit: AAP Cadman has long been touted as the man to lead the GWS forward line for years to come, after the Giants traded up to secure the top selection in the 2022 draft. The left-footer managed just six goals from a dozen appearances in his 2023 debut season, before hitting new heights last year with 30 goals across 23 games. GWS's faith is clear, but Cadman admitted it took time for him to shake off the expectations that come with being a top draft selection. 'I feel like in my first two years, that was something that weighed on me a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Now I know what I am capable of, and just continuing to show that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where I was picked. ' Cadman credits Hogan as the man who has helped make him ready for what looms at AFL level. A 17-year-old Hogan has faced similar expectations after being drafted to Melbourne with pick No.2 in the 2012 mini-draft. 'Me and Jesse can relate to each other a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Even on and off the field, just sharing his mistakes and helping me learn from those things has been super helpful for me. 'It's a great relationship we have down there. It's almost like half the time, we don't even have to say anything.' - With AAP
