The GIANTS have made six changes to their line-up for this Saturday's clash with Collingwood at SKODA Stadium, welcoming back young forwards Jonathon Patton and Jeremy Cameron.
Chad Cornes also brings some much experience back into the side, while Devon Smith, Taylor Adams and Shaun Edwards will add some fresh legs following the trip to Perth. Kurt Aylett, Steve Clifton, Josh Bruce, Gerald Ugle, Mark Whiley and Nathan Wilson have all been omitted.
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Head Coach Kevin Sheedy said that he was impressed with some of his young players coming out of the Fremantle game and was looking forward to seeing how they line up at home.
“Last week was always going to be a tough ask on such a young and inexperienced side, but there were some exciting positives that came out of it," he said.
“Some of our inexperienced and first game players such as Sam Frost stepped up to the challenge I set them, so I’m interested to see how they go here at home on a smaller ground at SKODA Stadium.
“Having both Cameron and Patton come back in is obviously a huge boost to our forward line and welcome support for our other big men including Izzy – who did a great job in the ruck last week.
“We have two home games in Sydney in a row now, which a big opportunity for us to freshen up our players.”
This Saturday’s Round 18 Toyota AFL Premiership match against Collingwood in conjunction with match day partner Cbus Property will recognise everyday Australian heroes who have helped build the nation. These men and women will be recognised with a parade before the game.
In an initiative developed by Kevin Sheedy, 18 winners from across Australia will be presented on-field with a special game day guernsey which will also be worn by the players.
Tickets for this weekend’s match start from just $24 for an adult and $5 for a child. To purchase your ticket visit www.ticketmaster.com.au or call 136 100. Gates open from 3pm.
Match Information -
Seniors
GIANTS v Collingwood , Saturday July 28, 4.40pm, SKODA Stadium, Sydney
NEAFL
NT Thunder v UWS GIANTS Saturday July 28, 6.00pm, TIO Stadium, Darwin
