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7NEWS
22-07-2025
- Sport
- 7NEWS
AFL superstar Isaac Heeney drops Jamarra Ugle-Hagan trade ‘hint' unprompted
Sydney Swans superstar Isaac Heeney has revealed his wish for a bombshell trade later this year, dropping the name of rival key forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan unprompted. The Swans have struggled for consistency among their leading talls since Lance Franklin's retirement. Heeney has been a constant as an undersized target while Joel Amartey and Logan McDonald have struggled with injuries in 2025 after breaking out across the past two years. Ugle-Hagan has previously been linked to Sydney amid his on-off situation with the Western Bulldogs this year. But his name is back in the spotlight thanks to a potential future teammate. 'Isaac Heeney's dropped a bit of a hint on Sydney's recruiting plans,' Luke Hodge said on Channel 7's The Agenda Setters on Tuesday night. The All Australian was discussing life in the NSW capital in a car ride with interviewer Felix Von Hofe when the conversation turned. 'People come up and they want to have a photo it's generally pretty quick, whereas I feel like Melbourne, the AFL states, can sometimes be a bit more pushy. I don't know how, say, the Daicos boys do it and live a normal life,' Heeney said. Von Hofe said: 'To any free agent forwards out there, key forwards, this is a great place to live.' Heeney laughed and replied: 'Any big boys — Jamarra, you want to come up?' The Agenda Setters co-host Dale Thomas said it was 'interesting that that was the name front of mind, tip of tongue'. 'So Jamarra maybe to Sydney?' he added. Ugle-Hagan is under contract for 2026 and would need a trade to secure a fresh start away from Whitten Oval. The 23-year-old has not played a game at any level this season after dealing with mental health and personal issues. He returned to training in June before spending another week away this month because of a family matter. Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge continues to temper expectations that Ugle-Hagan, who kicked 78 goals in 45 games across 2023-24, could earn a call-up this year. 'I can't really give you much other than he's chipping away, and he's training when he can,' Beveridge said last week. 'He's had some bereavement stuff back with the mob in Framlingham and he's working his way back through his fitness levels.'
Mercury
19-07-2025
- Sport
- Mercury
AFL Sydney superstar Isaac Heeney's record-breaking day leads Swans post North Melbourne Kangaroos
Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. Sydney have kept their highly improbable finals hopes alive for another week with a 31-point victory over an uninspiring North Melbourne outfit at the SCG. The Kangaroos briefly hit the front early in the second term, but never got back within striking distance for the rest of the match as the Swans won 11.10 (76) to 6.10 (46). FOX FOOTY, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every match of every round in the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE in 4K, with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited-time offer. Superstar Isaac Heeney was the star of the show with his sixth-ever five-goal haul at AFL level, before being dragged to the bench with half a dozen minutes to play in the match. The 29-year-old finished the match with 34 disposals — 16 contested – 13 clearances, 11 score involvements, nine inside 50s and five majors to finish with one of the games of the 2025 season. Isaac Heeney dominated in a record-breaking performance. (Photo by Phil Hillyard) It was also revealed Heeney's combination of at least five goals and more than 11 clearances had never been achieved in the same game in AFL history. For North, the absence of star ruck Tristan Xerri was sorely missed, as replacement ruck Callum Coleman-Jones went down with a calf injury before quarter-time in his first AFL game for 477 days. It meant rival star Brodie Grundy spearheaded a ruck bloodbath to register 22 disposals, 62 hit-outs and 11 clearances before being rested for the final 11 minutes of the match. 'Xerri's not playing, he's been their driver (and) dynamo all season — but no one's really stepped up in and around,' 1988 Brownlow Medalist Gerard Healy said as the final siren at the SCG loomed. The Swans have now won 13 of their past 14 games against North Melbourne, including a current streak of 10 victories. North last came up trumps against the Bloods back in Round 7, 2018. By extension, the Roos have also lost 13 of their past 16 games at the SCG. 'Isaac Heeney destroyed this game today … who from the Kangaroos of those elite picks can go to that level?' two-time North Melbourne premiership player David King said on Super Saturday Live post-game. While Heeney was dominating, fellow star Errol Gulden was penalised for a highly unusual abuse call in the third quarter. With two minutes left in the term, Nick Blakey and Gulden exchanged a handpass one-two, with the 'Lizard's' errant handpass setting Gulden a task. He tried to handpass to Heeney, but the umpire had called the ball out of play and it's fair to say the All Australian wasn't happy. Errol Gulden had some choice words for the umpire. Photo: Fox Sports Gulden threw his arms out before taking out his mouthguard so he could send some obviously choice words in the umpire's direction The umpire swiftly said: 'Free kick North Melbourne. Free kick for abuse.' Leigh Montagna said on Fox Footy: 'Gee we haven't seen an abuse free kick paid in a long time. Dissent. We haven't seen that. 'Fair enough though, that is the rule. It's just unusual in season 2025 for it to get paid.' Mark Howard added: 'It did look rather vehement from Errol. Now the crowd are also showing a touch of dissent. Heeney and former Swan Luke Parker at the SCG. (Photo by Phil Hillyard) While it wasn't always pretty, Sydney remains alive in the finals race after wearing down North Melbourne and all eyes were on that man Heeney. From early in the contest, his Swans teammates were understandably lowering their eyes trying to pick him out inside 50. 'They are trying to isolate him almost every time Isaac Heeney when he pushes into that forward line,' Healy noted. 'He can get you in the air and he can get you on the ground.' Dual All-Australian Montagna at half-time pondered whether North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson would seek a different matchup for the unstoppable Swan. 'Isaac Heeney's first half; you can't do much more — 19 disposals, five inside-50s, six score involvements, he's kicked a couple himself and he has eight clearances,' Montagna said. Brodie Grundy also had a day out for the Swans. (Photo by Matt King/AFL Photos/for Getty Images) 'He is doing absolutely everything and that's why he's one of the best players in the competition. 'Maybe they might have to find a different matchup — Tom Powell trying to go with him at clearance but just doesn't have the size or class to match. So, it'll be interesting if Clarko decides to make a change.' Just a few minutes into the third quarter, Heeney reeled in a high Hayden McLean entry with one hand, prompting caller Mark Howard to remark: 'He can do it all, this man.' 'He's just playing with them, Isaac Heeney,' Montagna added in reaction. North Melbourne closed the gap to 12 points at the final change, but couldn't get any closer as Heeney kicked a goal in the first minute of the fourth and then another before taking a rest on the bench in the closing stages. Originally published as Isaac Heeney's record-breaking day leads Sydney past North Melbourne
Courier-Mail
19-07-2025
- Sport
- Courier-Mail
AFL Sydney superstar Isaac Heeney's record-breaking day leads Swans post North Melbourne Kangaroos
Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. Sydney have kept their highly improbable finals hopes alive for another week with a 31-point victory over an uninspiring North Melbourne outfit at the SCG. The Kangaroos briefly hit the front early in the second term, but never got back within striking distance for the rest of the match as the Swans won 11.10 (76) to 6.10 (46). FOX FOOTY, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every match of every round in the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE in 4K, with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited-time offer. Superstar Isaac Heeney was the star of the show with his sixth-ever five-goal haul at AFL level, before being dragged to the bench with half a dozen minutes to play in the match. The 29-year-old finished the match with 34 disposals — 16 contested – 13 clearances, 11 score involvements, nine inside 50s and five majors to finish with one of the games of the 2025 season. Isaac Heeney dominated in a record-breaking performance. (Photo by Phil Hillyard) It was also revealed Heeney's combination of at least five goals and more than 11 clearances had never been achieved in the same game in AFL history. For North, the absence of star ruck Tristan Xerri was sorely missed, as replacement ruck Callum Coleman-Jones went down with a calf injury before quarter-time in his first AFL game for 477 days. It meant rival star Brodie Grundy spearheaded a ruck bloodbath to register 22 disposals, 62 hit-outs and 11 clearances before being rested for the final 11 minutes of the match. 'Xerri's not playing, he's been their driver (and) dynamo all season — but no one's really stepped up in and around,' 1988 Brownlow Medalist Gerard Healy said as the final siren at the SCG loomed. The Swans have now won 13 of their past 14 games against North Melbourne, including a current streak of 10 victories. North last came up trumps against the Bloods back in Round 7, 2018. By extension, the Roos have also lost 13 of their past 16 games at the SCG. 'Isaac Heeney destroyed this game today … who from the Kangaroos of those elite picks can go to that level?' two-time North Melbourne premiership player David King said on Super Saturday Live post-game. While Heeney was dominating, fellow star Errol Gulden was penalised for a highly unusual abuse call in the third quarter. With two minutes left in the term, Nick Blakey and Gulden exchanged a handpass one-two, with the 'Lizard's' errant handpass setting Gulden a task. He tried to handpass to Heeney, but the umpire had called the ball out of play and it's fair to say the All Australian wasn't happy. Errol Gulden had some choice words for the umpire. Photo: Fox Sports Gulden threw his arms out before taking out his mouthguard so he could send some obviously choice words in the umpire's direction The umpire swiftly said: 'Free kick North Melbourne. Free kick for abuse.' Leigh Montagna said on Fox Footy: 'Gee we haven't seen an abuse free kick paid in a long time. Dissent. We haven't seen that. 'Fair enough though, that is the rule. It's just unusual in season 2025 for it to get paid.' Mark Howard added: 'It did look rather vehement from Errol. Now the crowd are also showing a touch of dissent. Heeney and former Swan Luke Parker at the SCG. (Photo by Phil Hillyard) While it wasn't always pretty, Sydney remains alive in the finals race after wearing down North Melbourne and all eyes were on that man Heeney. From early in the contest, his Swans teammates were understandably lowering their eyes trying to pick him out inside 50. 'They are trying to isolate him almost every time Isaac Heeney when he pushes into that forward line,' Healy noted. 'He can get you in the air and he can get you on the ground.' Dual All-Australian Montagna at half-time pondered whether North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson would seek a different matchup for the unstoppable Swan. 'Isaac Heeney's first half; you can't do much more — 19 disposals, five inside-50s, six score involvements, he's kicked a couple himself and he has eight clearances,' Montagna said. Brodie Grundy also had a day out for the Swans. (Photo by Matt King/AFL Photos/for Getty Images) 'He is doing absolutely everything and that's why he's one of the best players in the competition. 'Maybe they might have to find a different matchup — Tom Powell trying to go with him at clearance but just doesn't have the size or class to match. So, it'll be interesting if Clarko decides to make a change.' Just a few minutes into the third quarter, Heeney reeled in a high Hayden McLean entry with one hand, prompting caller Mark Howard to remark: 'He can do it all, this man.' 'He's just playing with them, Isaac Heeney,' Montagna added in reaction. North Melbourne closed the gap to 12 points at the final change, but couldn't get any closer as Heeney kicked a goal in the first minute of the fourth and then another before taking a rest on the bench in the closing stages. Originally published as Isaac Heeney's record-breaking day leads Sydney past North Melbourne
Sydney Morning Herald
19-07-2025
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
Hang it in the Louvre: Heeney's heroics keeps Swans in finals hunt
Isaac Heeney. And, to a slightly lesser extent, Brodie Grundy. That's it. That's all you need to know from this contest at the SCG. This game will be instantly forgotten, but not their performances - one of which goes straight into footy's hypothetical Louvre. As a team, Sydney did what they had to do and nothing more on Saturday evening, easing past North Melbourne by 31 points to remain in mathematical finals contention. The 12.12 (84) to 7.11 (53) result was satisfactory. But more will be needed from the Swans in the coming weeks if they are to do the improbable and leap into the top eight and salvage what has been a dicey first season under Dean Cox - especially as the calibre of their opposition improves, starting with Friday night's Sydney derby against the Giants. For that to happen, the Swans need to lift to the immaculate level set by Heeney and Grundy, rather than hoping they can carry them there. Words could suffice, but in this case, numbers are better, because Heeney's stats line almost sounds like a line from 12 Days of Christmas. Heeney had 34 disposals - the most of any player on the ground, and five more than the next best - to go with 13 clearances, 11 score involvements, nine inside 50s, eight marks, five tackles and an equal-career best five goals. There was probably a partridge in a pear tree in there somewhere, too. No player has ever recorded 12 or more clearances plus five goals in a game since Champion Data began recording AFL statistics in 1999. Very rarely do you see players carve it up to this extent.
The Age
19-07-2025
- Sport
- The Age
Hang it in the Louvre: Heeney's heroics keeps Swans in finals hunt
Isaac Heeney. And, to a slightly lesser extent, Brodie Grundy. That's it. That's all you need to know from this contest at the SCG. This game will be instantly forgotten, but not their performances - one of which goes straight into footy's hypothetical Louvre. As a team, Sydney did what they had to do and nothing more on Saturday evening, easing past North Melbourne by 31 points to remain in mathematical finals contention. The 12.12 (84) to 7.11 (53) result was satisfactory. But more will be needed from the Swans in the coming weeks if they are to do the improbable and leap into the top eight and salvage what has been a dicey first season under Dean Cox - especially as the calibre of their opposition improves, starting with Friday night's Sydney derby against the Giants. For that to happen, the Swans need to lift to the immaculate level set by Heeney and Grundy, rather than hoping they can carry them there. Words could suffice, but in this case, numbers are better, because Heeney's stats line almost sounds like a line from 12 Days of Christmas. Heeney had 34 disposals - the most of any player on the ground, and five more than the next best - to go with 13 clearances, 11 score involvements, nine inside 50s, eight marks, five tackles and an equal-career best five goals. There was probably a partridge in a pear tree in there somewhere, too. No player has ever recorded 12 or more clearances plus five goals in a game since Champion Data began recording AFL statistics in 1999. Very rarely do you see players carve it up to this extent.
