The Giants are on a roll amid a five-game winning streak. And they’re set to get even stronger for Friday night’s Sydney Derby.
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ROUND 20 TEAM TIPS AND FIXTURE (all times AEST)
HAWTHORN v CARLTON
Thursday July 24, 7:30pm at the MCG
Hawks’ Round 19 side
B: J.Battle, T.Barrass, K.Amon
HB: J.Impey, J.Sicily (c), B.Hardwick
C: M.D’Ambrosio, J.Worpel, H.Morrison
HF: C.Macdonald, J.Gunston, N.Watson
F: C.Dear, M.Lewis, D.Moore
FOLL: L.Meek, J.Newcombe, J.Ward
I/C: J.Scrimshaw, J.Ginnivan, C.Nash, F.Maginness, B.Macdonald (sub)
EMG: M.Ramsden, C.Mackenzie, C.Jiath
Team Tips: The Hawks will be content with their wet-weather win over Port Adelaide last Saturday, however it made for a tough return to AFL level for key forward Mitch Lewis in unfavourable conditions. The 26-year-old can be more than forgiven for a quiet performance, and more concern will revolve around Finn Maginness — who was revealed to have had a kidney laceration after reporting abdominal discomfort. The nasty injury has the potential to see him miss the rest of the season, however a timeline will become clearer in the coming weeks. In more positive news though, Will Day looks set to return to the senior side for the prime time fixture after a long lay-off with injury, should he get through training this week unscathed. Pair Seamus Mitchell and Sam Butler both successfully returned from injury through the VFL, and are each a chance to come in and replace Maginness. Reserve ruck Ned Reeves had a huge day out for the Box Hill Hawks, while Jai Serong continues to prove himself too good for the level below after another 25 disposals and two goals. Key forward Mabior Chol remains in doubt to return to the senior side, as he continues to battle groin soreness.
Blues’ Round 19 side
B: N.Haynes, J.Weitering, A.Saad
HB: L.Cowan, H.O’Farrell, S.Docherty
C: A.Moir, P.Cripps (c), A.Cerra
HF: F.Young, C.Curnow, L.Fogarty
F: J.Motlop, T.De Koning, Z.Williams
FOLL: M.Pittonet, G.Hewett, O.Hollands
I/C: M.Carroll, F.Evans, W.White, C.Lord, C.Durdin (sub)
EMG: J.Boyd, B.Acres, H.O’Keeffe
Team Tips: The Blues are BACK on the winner’s list! And as a result, coach Michael Voss may feel inclined to keep things as they are in Sam Docherty’s final AFL game. One forced change he will have to make however is with Francis Evans, who was concussed after his brutal collision with Steven May. Carlton will be hopeful that Jack Silvagni could be the man to replace him in the 22, although not necessarily in role given the number of other small forwards already in the side. Harry McKay (knee) could also return all things going swimmingly, however he may make a return through the VFL. Will White and Jesse Motlop were once again quiet, however may be spared from an omission given Evans’ concussion. In the reserves, one-gamer Billy Wilson had more ball than any of his teammates to finish with 26 disposals.
May floors young Blue in sickening hit | 00:38
ESSENDON v WESTERN BULLDOGS
Friday July 25, 7:20pm at Marvel Stadium
Bombers’ Round 19 side
B: A.McGrath, J.Laverde, A.Roberts
HB: M.Redman, J.Ridley, A.Clarke
C: X.Duursma, Z.Merrett (c), L.Lual
HF: A.Perkins, P.Wright, J.Gresham
F: A.May, L.McMahon, I.Kako
FOLL: V.Visentini, D.Shiel, S.Durham
I/C: J.Prior, M.Guelfi, L.Blakiston, O.Smartt, Z.Johnson (sub)
EMG: J.Menzie, S.El-Hawli, A.Day-Wicks
Team Tips: All going well, Essendon will welcome back two of their younger players in Nate Caddy (general soreness) and Ben Hobbs (groin) this Friday night to take on the Bulldogs. Veteran Todd Goldstein was also rested last week, and should be available to take over — or share — the reigns with two-gamer Vigo Visentini in the ruck. Given Brad Scott has slightly more to choose from at the selection table this week, it could see youngster Luamon Lual sent back to the VFL to regain some confidence after a quiet last fortnight. In a similar vein, Zak Johnson has been used as the sub back-to-back weeks now, and could also be slightly vulnerable. In the reserves, emergency Saad El-Hawli kicked three goals from 19 disposals while Jye Menzie kicked two majors.
Bulldogs’ Round 19 side
B: L.Bramble, L.Jones, J.O’Donnell
HB: J.Johannisen, R.Lobb, B.Dale
C: S.Davidson, E.Richards, J.Freijah
HF: R.Sanders, A.Naughton, M.Kennedy
F: L.Vandermeer, S.Darcy, R.West
FOLL: T.English, M.Bontempelli (c), T.Liberatore
I/C: L.Cleary, R.Garcia, L.McNeil, B.Williams, C.Poulter (sub)
EMG: T.Duryea, B.Khamis, O.Baker
Team Tips: A couple of injury clouds currently hover over a pair of Dogs, with forward Laitham Vandermeer quiet all of last Friday night before being subbed out at three-quarter time with an ankle injury; the extent of his knock still unclear. Teammate James O’Donnell also left the field of play in pain with a similar complaint during the final term, but returned to see out the rest of the match. The club will be hopefully James Harmes finally returns to the senior side after an ongoing battle with illness, but other than him, there won’t be any other reinforcements coming back for Luke Beveridge this week. Lachie McNeil and Sam Davidson were both quiet at the Gabba, but are likely to retain their place in the senior side. Emergency Buku Khamis kicked four goals for Footscray in their win over Brisbane’s VFL side, while Jedd Busslinger (28 disposals, 10 intercept possessions) and Nick Coffield (27 disposals, 12 marks, 11 intercept possessions) were also among the very best, with other potential inclusions in Anthony Scott, Taylor Duryea and mid-season draftee Michael Sellwood impressing.
Bevo reflects on another top 8 loss | 08:08
GWS GIANTS v SYDNEY SWANS
Friday July 25, 7:50pm at ENGIE Stadium
Giants’ Round 19 side
B: C.Idun, J.Buckley, J.Fonti
HB: L.Whitfield, L.Aleer, L.Ash
C: R.Angwin, S.Coniglio, X.O’Halloran
HF: T.Bedford, A.Cadman, D.Jones
F: J.Stringer, J.Riccardi, T.Greene (c)
FOLL: K.Briggs, F.Callaghan, T.Green
I/C: H.Himmelberg, M.Gruzewski, C.Brown, T.McMullin, H.Rowston (sub)
EMG: J.Leake, H.Thomas, N.Madden
Team Tips: The Giants are only getting stronger as they storm towards September, with all of Jesse Hogan, Josh Kelly and Sam Taylor primed to return from injury for their ‘Battle of the Bridge’ with Sydney. It’s a good, even great, problem for coach Adam Kingsley to have at the selection table, but it does mean a number of players will be omitted back to the reserves. Out-of-contract defender Leek Aleer and Max Gruzewski look close to straight swaps for Taylor and Hogan to come back in. Gruzewski’s omission would be unlucky given he kicked two goals against Essendon, but it’s a hard sell otherwise when the reigning Coleman Medalist is returning. As for Kelly’s inclusion, sub Harry Rowston naturally looks most vulnerable, and could demote Toby McMullin to vest duties this Friday night despite his solid Round 19 outing. Any more inclusions from the VFL seem unlikely, but ruck Nicholas Madden and James Leake were the most impressive of a big bunch — as were Harvey Thomas and Phoenix Gothard.
Swans’ Round 19 side
B: L.Melican, D.Rampe, H.Cunningham
HB: C.Mills (c), N.Blakey, S.Wicks
C: M.Roberts, Ch.Warner, J.Lloyd
HF: J.Rowbottom, W.Hayward, J.Jordon
F: J.Buller, H.McLean, J.McInerney
FOLL: B.Grundy, I.Heeney, E.Gulden
I/C: J.Hamling, A.Sheldrick, B.Campbell, R.Bice, P.Ladhams (sub)
EMG: A.Francis, O.Florent, N.Bowman
Team Tips: Once again, it’s a do-or-die clash for Sydney in their ultra-unlikely quest for finals. There weren’t many passengers in their win over North Melbourne last Saturday evening, however Riley Bice was subbed for the third time in six weeks; with two of those other three games where he started as the 23rd man. It could leave him vulnerable with several of his teammates playing well in the reserves over the weekend. Substitute Peter Ladhams was more than handy in his final quarter cameo, and could well hold his spot in the surprise role. Caiden Cleary was the star of the show in the VFL over the weekend, collecting 30 disposals and seven clearances. He was aptly supported by Indhi Kirk, while Tom Hanily and Jesse Dattoli combined for seven goals to keep the forward line ticking. Small forward Tom Papley is an outside chance to return from a hamstring injury, however given the circumstances of where their season sits, the medical staff would be well within their rights to give him another week’s rest. Still o definitive timeline on Tom McCartin as he works his way back from a concussion.
Swans alive as Heeney stars in win | 00:50
GOLD COAST SUNS v BRISBANE LIONS
Saturday July 26, 1:20pm at People First Stadium
Suns’ Round 19 side
B: B.Uwland, M.Andrew, O.Adams
HB: J.Noble, W.Powell, D.Rioli
C: S.Clohesy, B.Humphrey, B.Fiorini
HF: B.Ainsworth, S.Flanders, B.Jepson
F: B.Long, J.Walter, B.King
FOLL: J.Witts, M.Rowell, N.Anderson (c)
I/C: E.Read, L.Lombard, C.Budarick, J.Jeffrey, D.Swallow (sub)
EMG: A.Sexton, N.Moyle, M.Rosas
Team Tips: Damien Hardwick’s Suns crashed down to earth on Sunday evening in Adelaide, registering their first-ever goalless first half in their 15-year history. Adding salt into the wound, gun recruit Daniel Rioli was subbed out with a leg fracture that requires surgery and will see the gun halfback miss up to six weeks. You suspect that Hardwick will make a few additional axings given the severity of their defeat, which could see either of Jed Walter or Leo Lombard shown the door back to the VFL. The Suns have been persistent playing three talls up forward, so it wouldn’t surprise if Walter held his spot and Lombard was the young gun to make way. In the reserves, AlexDavies, Alex Sexton and Ned Moyle were among the best against Port Melbourne and all have claims as to why they should play in the Saturday afternoon Q-Clash. The latter could be called upon to help counter the Lions’ Oscar McInerney-Darcy Fort ruck combo, while the former two could return to make up a smaller-looking forward line should Walter be omitted. Sam Collins’ calf complaint continues to be a week-by-week proposition, but if he is deemed fit for Round 20, mid-season draftee Oscar Adams may be the one to make way.
Lions’ Round 19 side
B: D.Zorko, D.Gardiner, R.Lester
HB: D.Wilmot, H.Andrews, B.Starcevich
C: J.Fletcher, H.McCluggage, J.Berry
HF: C.Cameron, E.Hipwood, W.Ashcroft
F: C.Rayner, L.Morris, K.Lohmann
FOLL: D.Fort, J.Dunkley, L.Neale (c)
I/C: C.Ah Chee, L.Ashcroft, B.Reville, O.McInerney, S.Marshall (sub)
EMG: S.Day, C.McKenna, D.Joyce
Team Tips: All signs point towards just the one change at Springfield this weekend, with Zac Bailey to return from suspension after one week on the sidelines. His initial replacement and 23rd man Sam Marshall is the most likely player to make way, and beyond their swap, it looks as good as settled at the selection table. In the VFL’s loss to Footscray over the weekend, emergency Conor McKenna had a career-high seven shots on goal for a 3.4 return to push his case. The likes of Keidean Coleman, Tom Doedee and Sam Day could all be given another week to build in the reserves, such is the strength of Chris Fagan’s club right now.
Hardwick keeps it honest after loss | 06:59
FREMANTLE v WEST COAST EAGLES
Saturday July 26, 4:15pm at Optus Stadium
Dockers’ Round 19 side
B: L.Ryan, B.Cox, O.McDonald
HB: H.Chapman, K.Worner, J.Clark
C: M.Johnson, S.Bolton, J.O’Meara
HF: S.Switkowski, P.Voss, J.Amiss
F: M.Frederick, J.Treacy, S.Darcy
FOLL: L.Jackson, C.Serong (c) A.Brayshaw
I/C: M.Reid, N.O’Driscoll, C.Wagner, B.Banfield, H.Young (sub)
EMG: B.Walker, N.Erasmus, I.Dudley
Team Tips: WHAT a win by the Dockers over at the MCG on Sunday, knocking off ladder-leaders Collingwood by single point in an epic fourth-quarter comeback. Needless to say, coach Justin Longmuir won’t be looking to make many changes to his side, although midfielder Matt Johnson looks set for time on the sidelines after a nasty ankle injury late in the contest. Hayden Young excelled in his role as the sub, registering 11 touches and two goal assists from just 28 per cent game time, and will slot straight back into the starting 22. Isaiah Dudley was lively for his two goals from 19 disposals in their win over East Fremantle, while Jeremy Sharp was also notable with 18 and two of his own. The former looks the most likely to return to the side for their Western Derby as the sub, a role he has played three times this year.
Eagles’ Round 19 side
B: R.Ginbey, H.Edwards, L.Duggan (c)
HB: T.McCarthy, R.Bazzo, T.Cole
C: J.Cripps, H.Reid, R.Maric
HF: L.Baker, J.Shanahan, L.Ryan
F: M.Owies, J.Williams, T.Brockman
FOLL: M.Flynn, B.Hough, T.Kelly
I/C: C.Hall, B.Williams, T.Dewar, J.Hutchinson, J.Petruccelle (sub)
EMG: J.Hunt, M.Champion, S.Brock
Team Tips: Where to now for the Eagles? Just as we thought they were about to double their win tally for 2025, they fell more than eight goals short of Richmond on their own turf. Jack Williams went completely statless for more than a half of footy, and looks almost certain to return to the WAFL in hopes of regaining some form. Their reserves had a bye, however Sandy Brock and Jayden Hunt are the likeliest to return to the senior side first. Truth be told, there aren’t many outside the club’s best 23 knocking down the door at selection, leaving coach Andrew McQualter somewhat hamstrung at the selection table should he want to make a statement.
“Hurting deep in some souls” | 07:25
NORTH MELBOURNE v GEELONG CATS
Saturday July 26, 7:35pm at Marvel Stadium
Kangaroos’ Round 19 side
B: C.Comben, T.Pink, G.Logue
HB: R.Hardeman, C.Daniel, F.O’Sullivan
C: D.Stephens, L.Davies-Uniacke, C.McKercher
HF: T.Powell, W.Dawson, J.Simpkin (c)
F: P.Curtis, J.Darling, C.Zurhaar
FOLL: C.Coleman-Jones, L.Parker, H.Sheezel
I/C: W.Phillips, C.Harvey, J.Konstanty, B.Teakle, Z.Banch (sub)
EMG: Z.Duursma, F.Maley, R.Hansen Jr
Team Tips: With Tristan Xerri out through suspension for the next fortnight still, North Melbourne’s ruck stocks are now totally depleted. In a cruel blow, Callum Coleman-Jones lasted less than a quarter before succumbing to a calf injury in his first AFL game for 477 days. It left Brynn Teakle to try and hold his own against a red-hot Brodie Grundy; a tough ask for any player playing their first AFL game for the season. Coleman-Jones’ injury could potentially pave the way for second-year ruck Taylor Goad to make his AFL debut, should coach Alastair Clarkson opt to blood youth. In more positive news, George Wardlaw successfully returned from concussion to collect 29 disposals, nine clearances and eight intercept possessions. Big-bodied forward Finnbar Maley kicked multiple goals in the reserves for the seventh time this season to throw his hat in the ring. Mid-season draftee Zac Banch was quiet in his three quarters on-field after being subbed on, registering just two touches.
Cats’ Round 19 side
B: T.Stewart, J.Henry, C.O’Sullivan
HB: L.Humphries, M.O’Connor, Z.Guthrie
C: M.Blicavs, M.Holmes, O.Dempsey
HF: B.Close, S.Mannagh, G.Miers
F: P.Dangerfield (c), J.Cameron, S.Neale
FOLL: R.Stanley, T.Atkins, B.Smith
I/C: O.Mullin, J.Martin, S.De Koning, T.Stengle, J.Bowes (sub)
EMG: G.Stevens, O.Henry, M.Knevitt
Team Tips: There’s a watch on Tom Stewart after the star defender was subbed out of the team’s win over St Kilda with a jarred knee and was seen icing the area. Geelong coach Chris Scott said on Fox Footy’s AFL 360 he expects Stewart will be OK to play, while it’s the opposite knee to the one the five-time All-Australian has a compression bandage on. The Cats would ideally take a cautious approach with Stewart, while a meeting with the Roos might present the ideal chance to be extra cautious and give him a week off — and any other veterans that might require it — if there’s any added risk in playing the 32-year old. Jed Bews is waiting in the wings for a recall if required, tallying 29 touches in the VFL, while Ted Clohesy racked up 30 disposals, six marks and seven tackles to also put his hand up for AFL selection.
‘The toughest decision they’ve had’ | 03:08
ADELAIDE CROWS v PORT ADELAIDE
Saturday July 26, 8:10pm at Adelaide Oval
Crows’ Round 19 side
B: J.Worrell, N.Murray, R.Laird
HB: M.Hinge, M.Keane, M.Michalanney
C: I.Cumming, J.Dawson (c), D.Curtin
HF: B.Keays, R.Thilthorpe, Z.Taylor
F: I.Rankine, D.Fogarty, T.Walker
FOLL: R.O’Brien, J.Soligo, S.Berry
I/C: A.Neal-Bullen, W.Milera, J.Peatling, L.Pedlar, C.Jones (sub)
EMG: L.Nankervis, H.Bond, C.Burgess
Team Tips: There was only one sour note to take out of Adelaide’s 10-goal thumping of Gold Coast on Sunday night, and that was a worrying hip injury to Mitch Hinge. The former Lion is considered a selection watch, and given how early he was taken out of the game, looks more unlikely than likely to play in the Showdown. It could be the easiest way in for veteran midfielder Matt Crouch, who dominated in his return from a hip injury of his own — accruing 28 disposals, nine clearances and a goal on limited minutes. Brayden Cook will be available for selection should he exit concussion protocols smoothly, however may unfortunately have to return via the SANFL. Chris Burgess (four goals) continued his red-hot form in the reserves and is chomping at the bit to play at the top level again, while veteran Brodie Smith, Sid Draper, Lachie Sholl, Billy Dowling and Hugh Bond — among several others — all had big games against a lowly West Adelaide outfit. It’s unlikely any of the latter names return for the marquee match, however should Crouch return alongside one other name, there could be a watch on the spot of Luke Pedlar.
Power’s Round 19 side
B: K.Farrell, B.Zerk-Thatcher, M.Bergman
HB: L.Evans, A.Aliir, La.Jones
C: J.Burgoyne, W.Drew, M.Liddy
HF: D.Byrne-Jones, J.Lukosius, T.Boak
F: O.Lord, M.Georgiades, J.Richards
FOLL: J.Sweet, O.Wines, Z.Butters (c)
I/C: H.Jackson, J.Mead, W.Lorenz, J.Sinn, D.Williams (sub)
EMG: R.Atkins, J.McEntee, I.Soldo
Team Tips: It was a valiant effort by an undermanned Power outfit down in Launceston, but the club will be hopeful of at least regaining captain Connor Rozee for Showdown 58 on Saturday night. The dashing star missed the trip to Tasmania with a handy injury, and was sorely missed. While Ken Hinkley’s side didn’t look totally out of sorts, there were still several players who underperformed. Tall Ollie Lord, mid-season draftee Mani Liddy and sub Dylan Williams were all very quiet, and could be cut for the fixture. In the SANFL, Jeremy Finlayson booted four goals to put his name up for a recall, while Jack Whitlock (three goals from 18 touches) and Joe Berry (one goal from 22 disposals) would also be in the mix after encouraging performances at the lower level.
Opinions divided on Steven May incident | 01:41
RICHMOND v COLLINGWOOD
Sunday July 27, 2:10pm at the MCG
Tigers’ Round 19 side
B: N.Vlastuin, B.Miller, N.Broad
HB: S.Banks, J.Short, T.Brown
C: K.McIntosh, D.Prestia, L.Trainor
HF: J.Ross, S.Campbell, M.Rioli
F: R.Mansell, J.Faull, J.Koschitzke
FOLL: T.Nankervis (c), T.Taranto, J.Hopper
I/C: T.Young, T.Sonsie, T.Hotton, T.Sims, J.Trezise (sub)
EMG: J.Blight, S.Green, K.Smith
Team Tips: Just one forced change looms for the Tigers following their 49-point win over West Coast — their biggest winning margin under Adem Yze — and first time winning back-to-back games since 2023, with Seth Campbell suffering a concussion in the fourth quarter. Steely Green, who booted three goals in the VFL a fortnight ago, shapes as the obvious like-for-like Campbell replacement, while fellow small forward Jasper Alger is an outside chance at a recall. Yze named an unchanged lineup for the first time this year going into the Eagles game; hence, after last Saturday’s domination, there shouldn’t be many unforced changes as the club prepares for its toughest test of the season against Collingwood. But big swingman Noah Balta should return to the senior side for Sunday’s fixture — his 10pm curfew now lifted — but given Tylar Young’s solid intercepting play down back, Balta could again be deployed up forward; most likely at Jacob Koschitzke’s expense after the ex-Hawk finished as the side’s lowest-rated player last Saturday. Could Balta play a negating forward role on Darcy Moore? First-year key forward Harry Armstrong, who was made available last week but didn’t play as the VFL side had a bye, should return to match action this weekend, while Kane McAuliffe (quad) and Josh Smillie (conditioning) could also be considered for returns through the reserves.
Magpies’ Round 19 side
B: B.Maynard, C.Dean, D.Moore (c)
HB: I.Quaynor, J.Daicos, H.Perryman
C: S.Sidebottom, N.Long, P.Lipinski
HF: B.McCreery, D.McStay, L.Sullivan
F: J.Elliott, B.Mihocek, L.Schultz
FOLL: D.Cameron, J.Crisp, N.Daicos
I/C: S.Pendlebury, E.Allan, O.Markov, M.Cox, W.Hoskin-Elliott (sub)
EMG: T.Mitchell, W.Parker, R.Steele
Team Tips: A bit for Craig McRae and company to ponder all of a sudden after a second-straight defeat, even if only by a small margin. But the Pies’ top two spot is suddenly vulnerable, so you sense they won’t stuff around with anything less than their absolute best 23. The good news is that reinforcements are on the way. Tim Membrey and Tom Mitchell should come straight back in after being managed against Fremantle, while Bobby Hill (personal) and Billy Frampton (calf) are expected to return.. Membrey’s return probably spells the end of Mason Cox’s spot in the team, while Charlie Dean likely makes way for Frampton. There remains a question mark on if Mitchell is best 23 anymore, but he showed enough in his two games back from an ongoing foot issue to earn a reprieve. Oleg Markov,Ed Allan and Lachie Sullivan would likely be the most vulnerable to come out of the side, while substitute Will Hoskin-Elliott figures to either come into the 22 or have a spell in the VFL. Meanwhile Jeremy Howe (groin) is likely another week away.
“I find it Bland” – Mike’s observations | 01:05
ST KILDA v MELBOURNE
Sunday July 27, 3:15pm at Marvel Stadium
Saints’ Round 19 side
B: M.Windhager, C.Wilkie, L.Stocker
HB: A.Hastie, N.Wanganeen-Milera, J.Sinclair
C: M.Wood, L.Henry, B.Hill
HF: M.Owens, M.Hall, J.Higgins
F: A.Caminiti, M.Heath, C.Sharman
FOLL: R.Marshall, J.Macrae, J.Steele (c)
I/C: R.Byrnes, D.Wilson, A.Tauru, H.Boxshall, H.Clark (sub)
EMG: Z.Jones, T.Travaglia, A.Schoenmaker
Team Tips: Ross Lyon won’t necessarily feel pressed to make to many changes after a competitive showing against Geelong at the Cattery. Sandringham had a bye last weekend, but Paddy Dow has been pushing to make his return from complications with a knee injection and might come in for his first AFL game of 2025. Darcy Wilson was subbed out against the Cats and faces the prospect of being dropped for a third time in 2025, while Angus Hastie was also quiet. Tobie Travaglia is the other one who you sense they’d be keen to get more AFL games into on the run home. Meanwhile Mattaes Phillipou is at least another week away with a plantaris issue.
Demons’ Round 19 side
B: J.Bowey, S.May, J.McVee
HB: C.Salem, T.McDonald, D.Turner
C: C.Windsor, C.Petracca, H.Langford
HF: J.Viney, M.Jefferson, E.Langdon
F: J.Melksham, J.van Rooyen, K.Pickett
FOLL: M.Gawn (c), C.Oliver, T.Rivers
I/C: K.Tholstrup, H.Sharp, B.Fritsch, K.Chandler, X.Lindsay (sub)
EMG: B.Howes, T.Campbell, H.Petty
Team Tips: Regardless of what happens at the tribunal on Wednesday night, Steven May will miss Sunday’s clash with St Kilda with concussion. One of Blake Howes or Harrison Petty will come into the senior side to replace May, while Simon Goodwin should ponder further moves after his side suffered a sixth loss from its last seven games. Aidan Johnson starred with five goals in the VFL and surely gets a reprieve. That could come at the expense of Matthew Jefferson. Jack Billings (30 touches, one goal), Bailey Laurie (24 disposals, one goal) and Charlie Spargo (22 touches) should also come into the frame, with Koltyn Tholstrup likely the most vulnerable after getting subbed out in the club’s loss to Carlton.