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Sydney Morning Herald
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
From a Lygon era: Why I can't cop a Silvagni at Collingwood
Loading Carlton lost the great Alex Jesaulenko to St Kilda as a consequence of a political storm after the 1979 premiership, the season after another celebrated Blue and future coach, Robert Walls, crossed to Fitzroy. Four-time Carlton premiership hero David 'Swan' McKay was a teammate of Jezza and Walls in those glorious and tumultuous times. In his view, the defection of a third generation Silvagni to Collingwood would be worse than the Blues losing his more decorated teammates. 'It was bad enough to see Wallsy end up at Fitzroy and Jezza at St Kilda,' said McKay, who played alongside Jack Silvagni's late grandfather, family patriarch Sergio Silvagni, in the fabled 1970 premiership. 'To have a Silvagni ending up at Collingwood would be even worse.' Would it really be worse? Not so – Jezza leaving was as wrenching as Ron Barassi's exit from Melbourne. But I share McKay's perspective that it would be jarring – read, flat-out wrong – to see Jack Silvagni running around for the Pies. The Silvagnis are not merely 'another' Carlton family. They are the clan most identified with Carlton, whose history on the field – and in supporting roles at the club – is deeper and longer than others. They also have been crucial in fostering the bonds between Lygon Street/the Italian community and the Blues. Today, it's a safe assumption that more Carlton fans – certainly Millennials and Gen Z – would fret about the prospect of seeing Charlie Curnow in another club's jumper than watching the son of SOS in the despised black-and-white stripes. Curnow is arguably Carlton's premier player, a rare forward who gets people up and out of their seats when he's firing. To lose him would be terrible – unless, of course, the Blues could prise someone younger of similar value in return, e.g. Max Holmes, Errol Gulden or Hugh McCluggage, which is about as feasible as Joe Daniher coming out of retirement to play for Melbourne.
The Age
5 hours ago
- Sport
- The Age
From a Lygon era: Why I can't cop a Silvagni at Collingwood
Loading Carlton lost the great Alex Jesaulenko to St Kilda as a consequence of a political storm after the 1979 premiership, the season after another celebrated Blue and future coach, Robert Walls, crossed to Fitzroy. Four-time Carlton premiership hero David 'Swan' McKay was a teammate of Jezza and Walls in those glorious and tumultuous times. In his view, the defection of a third generation Silvagni to Collingwood would be worse than the Blues losing his more decorated teammates. 'It was bad enough to see Wallsy end up at Fitzroy and Jezza at St Kilda,' said McKay, who played alongside Jack Silvagni's late grandfather, family patriarch Sergio Silvagni, in the fabled 1970 premiership. 'To have a Silvagni ending up at Collingwood would be even worse.' Would it really be worse? Not so – Jezza leaving was as wrenching as Ron Barassi's exit from Melbourne. But I share McKay's perspective that it would be jarring – read, flat-out wrong – to see Jack Silvagni running around for the Pies. The Silvagnis are not merely 'another' Carlton family. They are the clan most identified with Carlton, whose history on the field – and in supporting roles at the club – is deeper and longer than others. They also have been crucial in fostering the bonds between Lygon Street/the Italian community and the Blues. Today, it's a safe assumption that more Carlton fans – certainly Millennials and Gen Z – would fret about the prospect of seeing Charlie Curnow in another club's jumper than watching the son of SOS in the despised black-and-white stripes. Curnow is arguably Carlton's premier player, a rare forward who gets people up and out of their seats when he's firing. To lose him would be terrible – unless, of course, the Blues could prise someone younger of similar value in return, e.g. Max Holmes, Errol Gulden or Hugh McCluggage, which is about as feasible as Joe Daniher coming out of retirement to play for Melbourne.
7NEWS
a day ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
‘Difficult' selection call risks pushing young gun Leek Aleer out of GWS Giants as St Kilda circle
GWS coach Adam Kingsley has made it clear he wants emerging star Leek Aleer to stay, but understands the decision is out of their hands. A sore Aleer is likely to make way for Sam Taylor in this week's Sydney derby as speculation grows around the young defender's playing future. Off-contract at season's end, Aleer has been heavily linked with a move to St Kilda. The 23-year-old has struggled to crack into a stacked Giants defence — boasting the likes of Lachie Whitfield, Lachie Ash and Jack Buckley — since being drafted with pick No.15 in 2021. He has only played 20 games so far. An injury to Taylor opened the door for Aleer to return to the side in Round 11, and he has held onto his spot since. But with Taylor passed fit for Friday night and Aleer managing soreness, coach Kingsley admits the latter is unlikely to retain his spot. Aleer will be one of three changes, with star duo Josh Kelly and Jesse Hogan also available after being rested last week. 'Leek didn't do much today (at training). He was a bit sore, so we'll assess that again with our medicos,' Kingsley said on Wednesday. 'He probably looks unlikely to play at this stage, I would think. 'It's going to be a really difficult decision, and a difficult match committee that we're going to have. 'Some unlucky guys are going to miss out.' As contract negotiations continue, Kingsley could only praise the young star's attitude amid growing interest. 'His decision will be his decision,' Kingsley said. 'We hope he stays. We know there's a lot of interest in him, and he's going to be a really good player, we know that. 'He's handling it extremely well. I haven't noticed a change in behaviour at all. 'He's head down, bum up, getting to work, making sure he prepares really well and then performing well. 'Maybe in private time, it's different, but certainly when he presents at the club, that's what I see.' Later on Wednesday, GWS announced Callum Brown had re-signed on a three-year deal. The Irish recruit has starred in the back half of the season, kicking 17 goals in his past nine games. 'Callum's journey is one of the great success stories from where he's come from to now being a really solid contributor to our side,' Giants football boss Jason McCartney said. 'He arrived at the club as a teenager from Ireland with very little exposure to AFL, but what he's achieved through his work ethic, commitment and natural ability has been remarkable. 'He's playing some really good footy at the moment and hitting the scoreboard for us which adds another dynamic to our forward line. 'We know he's got great capability to provide a real X-factor and it's pleasing to have him locked away for another three years.'
The Advertiser
a day ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Giants want young gun to stay amid Victorian interest
GWS coach Adam Kingsley has made it clear he wants emerging star Leek Aleer to stay, but understands the decision is out of their hands. A sore Aleer is likely to make way for Sam Taylor in this week's Sydney derby as speculation grows around the young defender's playing future. Off-contract at season's end, Aleer has been heavily linked with a move to St Kilda. The 23-year-old has struggled to crack into a stacked Giants defence - boasting the likes of Lachie Whitfield, Lachie Ash and Jack Buckley - since being drafted with pick No.15 in 2021. He has only played 20 games so far. An injury to Taylor opened the door for Aleer to return to the side in round 11, and he has held onto his spot since. But with Taylor passed fit for Friday night and Aleer managing soreness, coach Kingsley admits the fourth-year Giant is unlikely to retain his spot. Aleer will be one of three changes, with star duo Josh Kelly and Jesse Hogan also available after being rested last week. "Leek didn't do much today (at training). He was a bit sore, so we'll assess that again with our medicos," Kingsley said on Wednesday. "He probably looks unlikely to play at this stage, I would think. "It's going to be a really difficult decision, and a difficult match committee that we're going to have. "Some unlucky guys are going to miss out." As contract negotiations continue, Kingsley could only praise the young star's attitude amid growing interest. "His decision will be his decision," Kingsley said. "We hope he stays. We know there's a lot of interest in him, and he's going to be a really good player, we know that. "He's handling it extremely well. I haven't noticed a change in behaviour at all. "He's head down, bum up, getting to work, making sure he prepares really well and then performing well. "Maybe in private time, it's different, but certainly when he presents at the club, that's what I see." GWS coach Adam Kingsley has made it clear he wants emerging star Leek Aleer to stay, but understands the decision is out of their hands. A sore Aleer is likely to make way for Sam Taylor in this week's Sydney derby as speculation grows around the young defender's playing future. Off-contract at season's end, Aleer has been heavily linked with a move to St Kilda. The 23-year-old has struggled to crack into a stacked Giants defence - boasting the likes of Lachie Whitfield, Lachie Ash and Jack Buckley - since being drafted with pick No.15 in 2021. He has only played 20 games so far. An injury to Taylor opened the door for Aleer to return to the side in round 11, and he has held onto his spot since. But with Taylor passed fit for Friday night and Aleer managing soreness, coach Kingsley admits the fourth-year Giant is unlikely to retain his spot. Aleer will be one of three changes, with star duo Josh Kelly and Jesse Hogan also available after being rested last week. "Leek didn't do much today (at training). He was a bit sore, so we'll assess that again with our medicos," Kingsley said on Wednesday. "He probably looks unlikely to play at this stage, I would think. "It's going to be a really difficult decision, and a difficult match committee that we're going to have. "Some unlucky guys are going to miss out." As contract negotiations continue, Kingsley could only praise the young star's attitude amid growing interest. "His decision will be his decision," Kingsley said. "We hope he stays. We know there's a lot of interest in him, and he's going to be a really good player, we know that. "He's handling it extremely well. I haven't noticed a change in behaviour at all. "He's head down, bum up, getting to work, making sure he prepares really well and then performing well. "Maybe in private time, it's different, but certainly when he presents at the club, that's what I see." GWS coach Adam Kingsley has made it clear he wants emerging star Leek Aleer to stay, but understands the decision is out of their hands. A sore Aleer is likely to make way for Sam Taylor in this week's Sydney derby as speculation grows around the young defender's playing future. Off-contract at season's end, Aleer has been heavily linked with a move to St Kilda. The 23-year-old has struggled to crack into a stacked Giants defence - boasting the likes of Lachie Whitfield, Lachie Ash and Jack Buckley - since being drafted with pick No.15 in 2021. He has only played 20 games so far. An injury to Taylor opened the door for Aleer to return to the side in round 11, and he has held onto his spot since. But with Taylor passed fit for Friday night and Aleer managing soreness, coach Kingsley admits the fourth-year Giant is unlikely to retain his spot. Aleer will be one of three changes, with star duo Josh Kelly and Jesse Hogan also available after being rested last week. "Leek didn't do much today (at training). He was a bit sore, so we'll assess that again with our medicos," Kingsley said on Wednesday. "He probably looks unlikely to play at this stage, I would think. "It's going to be a really difficult decision, and a difficult match committee that we're going to have. "Some unlucky guys are going to miss out." As contract negotiations continue, Kingsley could only praise the young star's attitude amid growing interest. "His decision will be his decision," Kingsley said. "We hope he stays. We know there's a lot of interest in him, and he's going to be a really good player, we know that. "He's handling it extremely well. I haven't noticed a change in behaviour at all. "He's head down, bum up, getting to work, making sure he prepares really well and then performing well. "Maybe in private time, it's different, but certainly when he presents at the club, that's what I see."
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Giants want young gun to stay amid Victorian interest
GWS coach Adam Kingsley has made it clear he wants emerging star Leek Aleer to stay, but understands the decision is out of their hands. A sore Aleer is likely to make way for Sam Taylor in this week's Sydney derby as speculation grows around the young defender's playing future. Off-contract at season's end, Aleer has been heavily linked with a move to St Kilda. The 23-year-old has struggled to crack into a stacked Giants defence - boasting the likes of Lachie Whitfield, Lachie Ash and Jack Buckley - since being drafted with pick No.15 in 2021. He has only played 20 games so far. An injury to Taylor opened the door for Aleer to return to the side in round 11, and he has held onto his spot since. But with Taylor passed fit for Friday night and Aleer managing soreness, coach Kingsley admits the fourth-year Giant is unlikely to retain his spot. Aleer will be one of three changes, with star duo Josh Kelly and Jesse Hogan also available after being rested last week. "Leek didn't do much today (at training). He was a bit sore, so we'll assess that again with our medicos," Kingsley said on Wednesday. "He probably looks unlikely to play at this stage, I would think. "It's going to be a really difficult decision, and a difficult match committee that we're going to have. "Some unlucky guys are going to miss out." As contract negotiations continue, Kingsley could only praise the young star's attitude amid growing interest. "His decision will be his decision," Kingsley said. "We hope he stays. We know there's a lot of interest in him, and he's going to be a really good player, we know that. "He's handling it extremely well. I haven't noticed a change in behaviour at all. "He's head down, bum up, getting to work, making sure he prepares really well and then performing well. "Maybe in private time, it's different, but certainly when he presents at the club, that's what I see."
