Cats romp to massive grand final win over Swans
Throughout Friday’s pre-grand final press conference with the two captains and coaches, the platitudes were plentiful. Both teams admired the other for their skill and depth, but each stressed they had to focus more on their own game plan. For Geelong, this was to be the ultimate test of their revised style and personnel. For Sydney, it had been a youth-led charge sprinkled with veteran nous.
When Dangerfield’s clever long pass found Mark Blicavs in the pocket, leading to another goal, the engine was humming. Swans co-captains Callum Mills and Luke Parker worked hard, a Mills long bomb providing some momentum. Chad Warner was also busy, the Swans looking to retain possession and make the Cats work. But too many teammates failed to have an impact.
It may be unfair to single out players, but Tom McCartin won’t be tuning in to a replay anytime soon. First, he was too slow to kick and was tackled, leading to a Mitch Duncan goal. The lack of awareness summed up his team. Minutes later, his short pass across goal was intercepted by Brad Close, who also converted. The Cats’ lead was out to eight goals. Game over.
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