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West Australian
21 hours ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Unique meaning behind messages on Bailey Smith's boots
Bailey Smith says the messages he writes on his boots help 'keep me in the present'. Easily the recruit of the year so far, the superstar Geelong midfielder is now the outright Brownlow Medal favourite after another massive game against West Coast on Sunday night. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Bailey Smith's tiny boots detail. He amassed 38 disposals, including 25 in the first half, in a best-on-ground performance. But before any of his heroics against the Eagles caught the eye, it was his boots which were of great fascination to Channel 7's Brian Taylor. 'This man here, Bailey Smith, he's talking the talk, but he's walking the walk to go with it,' Taylor said in the moments before the first bounce, before observing some of what was written on Smith's boots. 'Have a look at that: 'spartan' and 'take souls'. ''Take souls' — I've done a bit of investigating — has sort of a loose meaning, but it means you're so incredible at what you do that it forces other people to respect you, that's what 'take souls' means. 'That's a man full of confidence.' Nick Riewoldt added: 'Oh yeah, absolutely — and he's backing it up. 'One of the best players in the competition at the moment.' Amongst the several other messages written on his boots was 'IWD4I'. Speaking to Seven after the game, Smith said he does it every week. 'I just write on them every week, so nothing new,' he said. 'Just (to) keep me in the present, keep me in the moment, that's about it.' Eagles coach Andrew McQualter put the clamps on Smith after his devastating first half, sending Brady Hough to him to try to quell his influence. 'I enjoy that sort of stuff, just trying to add another string to my bow, running through a tag,' Smith said of the attention he got from Hough. 'But they're a good side, so we didn't think they were just going to roll over. 'I think across the competition, you've got to show up and rock up to play each week, because you never know what you're going to get, so we're just expecting every team's best, and hopefully we can just finish off the year well.' Smith also poured cold water over concerns around his hamstring, which he was seen reaching for in the last quarter, appearing to be in some discomfort. He said it was nothing more than a cramp — the first he's had in his career.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Revealed: The unique meaning behind two tiny details on footy heartthrob Bailey Smith's uniform
Geelong star Bailey Smith has opened up about the unique messages he writes on his footy boots before games, offering an insight into the Brownlow Medal favourite's mindset. Smith, known for his style on and off the pitch, captured the attention of Channel 7's Brian Taylor before Sunday's match against West Coast. 'This man here, Bailey Smith, he's talking the talk, but he's walking the walk to go with it,' Taylor said as the camera zoomed in to the midfielder's boots. 'Have a look at that: 'spartan' and 'take souls'. 'Take souls' - I've done a bit of investigating - has sort of a loose meaning, but it means you're so incredible at what you do that it forces other people to respect you, that's what 'take souls' means. 'That's a man full of confidence.' Footy legend Nick Riewoldt chimed in: 'Oh yeah, absolutely - and he's backing it up. 'One of the best players in the competition at the moment.' Smith was interviewed after the match and explained that he's been writing on his boots for a while. 'I just write on them every week, so nothing new,' he told Seven. 'Just (to) keep me in the present, keep me in the moment, that's about it.' The star midfielder racked up a season-high 38 disposals and Jeremy Cameron kicked four final-quarter goals as Geelong avoided a major boilover in a 43-point win over West Coast at Optus Stadium. The Cats led by just seven points early in the final quarter of Sunday night's match, and Eagles forward Noah Long had the chance to close the margin to one point with his 35m set shot. But Long's miss proved costly, with Geelong kicking seven of the next eight goals to secure the 17.14 (116) to 11.7 (73) win. Cameron was restricted to one goal across the first three quarters under the tight attention of Reuben Ginbey, but the star forward exploded late to blow out the margin. Smith tallied five clearances, one goal and 834m gained to go with his 38 disposals. He already had 25 disposals to his name by halftime before a tight tag from Brady Hough slowed him somewhat. Max Holmes (27 disposals, seven clearances) was also influential for Geelong, who improved their season record to 8-4. 'He just kept getting the ball early,' Geelong coach Chris Scott said of Smith. 'I thought he and Holmes were really penetrating.'
News.com.au
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
AFL Round 12 Wrap – Crows on Fire, Pies demolish Hawks & are Freo back?
AFL Round 12 Wrap - Crows on Fire, Pies demolish Hawks & are Freo back? | AFL Today Show - June 1, 2025. The AFL Today Show is here for all your Round 12 needs, wrapping up every single game with stats, banter and insights as Adelaide continue to dominate, Collingwood embarrass the Hawks and Freo's Flagmantle season maybe back on! The panel chat about the biggest AFL news, amazing moments, as Jamie Elliott, Bailey Smith dominate, plus highlighting the biggest & best moments of an amazing and inaccurate round of footy! Get around the AFL Today Show with panelists Liam McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly as they talk out all things footy for the 2025 AFL season! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:39 Brisbane vs Essendon 07:10 Collingwood vs Hawthorn 12:13 Gold Coast vs Fremantle 15:56 GWS vs Richmond 20:30 Sydney vs Adelaide 25:18 Melbourne vs St Kilda. 31:00 West Coast vs Geelong 35:10 Ladder Check 36:10 Tipping Results 36:51 Big Call Results 37:50 Best On Ground Of The Week 39:11 Full Credit - Best Team Of The Round 41:50 Outro AFL Today MND Fundraiser
7NEWS
a day ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Unique meaning behind messages on Bailey Smith's boots
Bailey Smith says the messages he writes on his boots help 'keep me in the present'. Easily the recruit of the year so far, the superstar Geelong midfielder is now the outright Brownlow Medal favourite after another massive game against West Coast on Sunday night. He amassed 38 disposals, including 25 in the first half, in a best-on-ground performance. But before any of his heroics against the Eagles caught the eye, it was his boots which were of great fascination to Channel 7's Brian Taylor. 'This man here, Bailey Smith, he's talking the talk, but he's walking the walk to go with it,' Taylor said in the moments before the first bounce, before observing some of what was written on Smith's boots. 'Have a look at that: 'spartan' and 'take souls'. ''Take souls' — I've done a bit of investigating — has sort of a loose meaning, but it means you're so incredible at what you do that it forces other people to respect you, that's what 'take souls' means. 'That's a man full of confidence.' Nick Riewoldt added: 'Oh yeah, absolutely — and he's backing it up. 'One of the best players in the competition at the moment.' Amongst the several other messages written on his boots was 'IWD4I'. Speaking to Seven after the game, Smith said he does it every week. 'I just write on them every week, so nothing new,' he said. 'Just (to) keep me in the present, keep me in the moment, that's about it.' Eagles coach Andrew McQualter put the clamps on Smith after his devastating first half, sending Brady Hough to him to try to quell his influence. 'I enjoy that sort of stuff, just trying to add another string to my bow, running through a tag,' Smith said of the attention he got from Hough. 'But they're a good side, so we didn't think they were just going to roll over. 'I think across the competition, you've got to show up and rock up to play each week, because you never know what you're going to get, so we're just expecting every team's best, and hopefully we can just finish off the year well.' Smith also poured cold water over concerns around his hamstring, which he was seen reaching for in the last quarter, appearing to be in some discomfort. He said it was nothing more than a cramp — the first he's had in his career.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Inside the $200 a haircut salon where AFL heartthrob Bailey Smith gets his locks maintained
Bailey Smith is known for two things - his footy and his hair. Now we know where the AFL star gets his famous mullet touched up. The Geelong Cats midfielder has built a strong reputation for his explosive pace, fitness and ball-winning ability, but off the field, it's his famous hair that often steals the spotlight. The 23-year-old gets his trademark look maintained at Joey Scandizzo Salon in South Yarra, one of Melbourne 's most high-end hair studios. Smith was photographed getting his iconic mullet tended to this week, sharing a cheek middle finger salute to the camera operator. A men's haircut here can cost anywhere between $100 and $200, depending on which stylist you choose. If you book in with Scandizzo himself - one of the most awarded hairdressers in the country - you'll be paying top dollar. Smith's blonde mullet has become a part of his brand. It's been copied by fans, discussed on footy shows, and even trended online. In 2022, when he trimmed it for a body wash campaign, it made national headlines - not because it disappeared, but because it changed just enough to keep people talking. Joey Scandizzo's salon is known for sharp cuts, luxury service and a client list full of celebrities, sports stars and TV personalities. They offer more than just a standard trim. The full experience includes a wash, precision cut, blow-dry and styling tailored to your look. Bailey's choice of salon isn't just about looking good. In the modern AFL, players are more visible than ever, and their image off the field can be just as important as their performance on it. Smith has embraced that reality and built a brand that reaches beyond the four quarters of a game. He made his debut for the Bulldogs in 2019 and has since played over 100 games including a high-profile move to Geelong in the off-season. His breakout year came in 2021, when he starred in the finals series and kicked one of the goals of the year in the preliminary final against Port Adelaide. He finished that season as one of the most marketable players in the league. He has since signed endorsement deals, launched his own fashion line with Cotton On, and built a huge social media following with over 370,000 fans on Instagram. His look plays a big role in that popularity. Young fans try to copy his style, and he often trends online just as much for his hair and fashion as for his footy highlights. The team at Joey Scandizzo help keep that look on point. Along with $200 haircuts, the salon offers colour work, beard trims, restyles and scalp treatments. Everything is designed to suit the individual, which is why it's become a favourite among high-profile athletes like Smith. And while the price tag might raise eyebrows for some, it's all part of maintaining a personal brand in 2025.
