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Panthers and Bloods Prepare for Battle

South Adelaide play host to a resurgent West Adelaide outfit at Hickinbotham Oval this Saturday in Round 14 SANFL Macca's League action. 

The Panthers will run out a rejigged forward line when they face the Bloods on Saturday afternoon.

South welcome back livewire forwards Peter Rolfe and Rigby Barnes after exceptional displays in the Reserves last weekend, both men gathering 28 possessions and the former adding three goals for his efforts.

Named in a forward pocket, Rolfe will be making his first League appearance in 775 days since injuring his knee in the Queen's Birthday clash against the Eagles in 2015.

Meanwhile, tall forward/ruckman Codey Ellison has also been recalled as Ben Haren succumbs to a shin injury suffered against the Tigers.

Also returning to the side, but needing to survive the extended bench being cut to three are Tyson Brown and Jordan Taylor. 

The South Adelaide faithful will also be celebrating champion midfielder Nick Liddle's 150th game for the famous blue and white.

To celebrate Lids 150th game in the SANFL Macca's League, McDonalds have generously offered all South Adelaide members that attend this weekend's game a $2 Big Mac! Members in attendance will receive a text to redeem this offer at Aldinga, Happy Valley, Noarlunga, Seaford and Victor Harbour Restaurants. Limit of 2 per person. Valid until 23/07/17.

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The Reserves will be boosted by the inclusions of experienced ruckman Daniel Bass and wingman Adam Hunter, while also welcoming Under-18 Liam Fitt back into the fold.

Meanwhile, the Club's Under-18s will simultaneously be in action at City Mazda Stadium as they do battle with West Adelaide from 11:25am.

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Match Details

What: Round 14 - South Adelaide vs West Adelaide
Where: Hickinbotham Oval
When: Saturday, July 22 - League 2:10pm, Reserves 11:30am, U18s 11:25am (City Mazda Stadium)
Tickets: Adults $14, concession $8 and under 18s free of charge
Watch: Live streamed via South Adelaide Digital Pass

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League - 2:10pm

In: Ellison, Rolfe, Brown, Barnes, J. Taylor
Out: Haren (shin), Bass, Hunter
Milestones: Nick Liddle (150th game)

Reserves - 11:30am

Hunter, Bass, McKinnon, Tyllis, Need, Badger, Kappler, Damin, Neville, Bruce, Moyle, Ah Chee, Cailotto, Fairlie, Raitt, Beenham, S Taylor, Fitt, Helyar, Noble

In: Hunter, Bass, Kappler, Fitt
Out: Rolfe (League), Brown (League), Barnes, (League), Blackwell
Emg: Albanese, Harvey

Under-18s - 11:25am - City Mazda Stadium

N. Kreuger, D. Tucker Cook, J. Riddle, J. Colwell, T. Illingworth, J. Manuel, J. Bradford, N. Robertson, F. Penn, H. Sampson, R. Milsom, L. Bogle, L. Fitt, C. McGree, C. Gaspari, D. Arnold, B. Sowter, S. Whitbread, T. Sparrow, D. Whimpress, R. Mayes, J. Daniels, D. Sladojevic, R. Mountford, A. Douglass, E. Wilkinson, R. Williams

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The South Adelaide Football Club is now taking applications for the new role of South Adelaide Football Club Women's Coach.

The South Adelaide Football Club is excited to be a part of an expanded SANFL Statewide Super Women's League in 2018.

The appointment of a Women's Coach is a key step in preparing for the Panthers entry into next season. South Adelaide is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Coach to help build a strong team, capitalise on the success of the Club's junior programs and the growth of female football in the Southern region.

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Applications for the Women's Coaching position are to be made to SAFC CEO Neill Sharpe via email - nsharpe@safc.com.au - or mail to South Adelaide Football Club, 1 Lovelock Drive, Noarlunga Downs, SA 5168.

Applications close Friday, August 4.

A tough day at the bay Saturday, watch the below.  #CreateOurFuture

Abe in Attack: Abe Davis was the Panthers most prolific goalkicker against Glenelg. Image: Nick Hook Photography

Seniors Report

South Adelaide vs Glenelg
Round 13 - Gliderol Stadium - 15/07/17

Goals: Davis 3, Fields, Szust
Best: Rose, Liddle, Gotch, Davis, Szust
Injuries: Haren (shin)
Crowd: 1631

South Adelaide have suffered 55-point loss at the hands of Glenelg at Gliderol Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The Panthers were punished for their poor efficiency, both around the ground and in front of goals, by a methodical and accurate Glenelg side, falling to a 5.18 (48) to 16.7 (103) defeat.

The Bays were able to capitalise on several South Adelaide errors by hand and foot and apply scoreboard pressure early, taking a 22-point lead into the first change and never looking back.

Meanwhile, despite leading the inside 50 count 59-43 for the match, enjoying much of the play in their forward half and finishing with the same amount of scoring shots, the Panthers inaccuracy in front of goals kept them from punishing the Tigers on the scoreboard.

In direct contrast, Glenelg's leading forwards Terry Milera and Liam McBean kicked 10 goals straight between them, with the former St Kilda speedster contributing six and the former Richmond tall four.

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South Adelaide's forward line, already missing the presence of Sam Overall was dealt another blow early, with fellow tall forward Ben Haren forced from the ground with a shin injury.

In their absence Abe Davis provided the Panthers primary target in attack, with the former Sydney Swans Rookie kicking a team-high three majors.

However, the Panthers yips in front of goals was widespread throughout the team, with 11 players hitting the scoreboard, but only three registering a major score.

On a positive note, South welcomed their eighth debutant to the fold during the game, with American ruckman Alex Aurrichio taking to the field against the Tigers and putting in a competitive display with 32 hit outs around the ground.

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Vice captain Matt Rose was best afield for the Panthers, gathering 26 possessions, laying seven tackles and clunking seven marks.

Likewise, Nick Liddle (team-high 28 touches and six tackles) again didn't have his colours lowered despite the result not falling his sides way and fellow onballer Xavier Gotch (24 disposals) was also a key mover in the Panthers midfield.

Up forward the aforementioned Davis (13 possessions and three goals) and second-gamer Cody Szust (17 touches and a goal) were lively, but could have been more damaging, kicking six behinds between them.

Best for the home side was the prolific Milera (20 possessions and six goals) and ruckman Warrick McGinty (24 touches, seven marks, 29 hit outs and six clearances).

The Panthers now look to bounce back next weekend as they clash with West Adelaide from 2:10pm, Saturday, July 22 at Hickinbotham Oval.

Rack 'Em Up Rigby: Rigby Barnes had the footy on a string at Gliderol Stadium, finishing with 28 possessions. Image: Nick Hook Photography

Reserves Report

South Adelaide vs Glenelg
Round 13 - Gliderol Stadium - 15/07/17

Goals: Ah Chee, Rolfe, Tyllis 3, Fairlie, Raitt, Beenham 2, Bruce, Need, Damin, Moyle
Best: Rolfe, Ellison, Barnes, Brown, Damin, Noble

South Adelaide's Reserves have rejoined the winner's list with a dominant 65-point victory over Glenelg at Gliderol Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The Panthers shrugged off a sluggish start and rode a blistering second quarter to set up a 19.11 (125) to 8.12 (60) victory over the Tigers.

Glenelg enjoyed the momentum early, setting up a 21-point buffer at the first change. However, South Adelaide enjoyed a dominant second quarter, outscoring the home side 8.3 to 0.2 and establishing a 28-point lead at halftime.

The visitors outscored the Tigers 18.11 to 4.9 over the final three quarters to equal their biggest winning margin of the season.

Peter Rolfe was in outstanding touch, racking up 28 possessions and nine clearances, while also booting three goals and setting up four more.

Ruckman/forward Codey Ellison showcased his athleticism around the ground, amassing 37 hit outs, while Rigby Barnes (28 disposals and nine marks) found plenty of the footy.

Tyson Brown (20 touches, nine marks and six rebound 50s) continued his strong run of form, while new comer Mark Noble impressed on debut with 27 touches, eight marks and eight inside 50s and Bryce Damin put in a typically competitive performance..

The Reserves are next in action against West Adelaide from 11:30am, Saturday, July 22 at Hickinbotham Oval.

Under 18s Report

South Adelaide vs Glenelg
Round 13 - Hickinbotham Oval - 15/07/17

Goals: Fitt 3, Elmes 2, Sparrow, Illingworth, Riddle, Milsom, Mayes
Best: Whitbread, Sparrow, Sampson, Penn, Fitt, Sowter

South Adelaide's Under-18s continued their winning ways with a 10.16 (76) to 11.8 (74) victory over Glenelg at Hickinbotham Oval on Saturday morning.

On Saturday at Hickinbotham Oval, the Under-18s faced off against a Glenelg team that were coming off a very good win against Norwood the week before.

Windy conditions meant the game would be heavily influenced by what team was able to slow the scoring of the other team when kicking against it.

In the first quarter the Glenelg players jumped out of the blocks kicking with the wind and getting five goals on the board to our two.

The three-goal advantage was more to do with their players wanting to get their hands on the ball first compared to our guys. When we did find the ball first we were not clean and often gave the ball back in very dangerous areas.

In the second quarter we were able to even up the game by scoring 4.4 to 0.2 while kicking with the wind. We had eight scoring shots and should have capitalised more from those opportunities.

Our mids and backs stood up well this quarter and were able to give us good field position.

The third quarter was similar to the first with Glenelg outscoring us four goals to two going with the wind.

Our ball movement going into the wind in this quarter was very good and allowed us six scoring shots. We kicked 2.4, with some of those behinds due to us not having shots in good positions in our forward 50.

We needed to work the ball into better areas in order to give us an easier shot.

The last quarter the whole team played well with the game in the balance right down to the last few minutes.

We were able to control the ball while running the clock down and take field position at the same time.

Overall it was a very good win considering Glenelg really challenged us in all four quarters.

We come up against West Adelaide this week at City Mazda Stadium after they had a close win over Centrals on Friday night.

Tony Bamford
Under 18s Assistant Coach

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Panthers and Tigers Prepare for Coastal Clash

South Adelaide are set to face coastal rivals Glenelg in a pivotal Round 13 SANFL Macca's League fixture at Gliderol Stadium this Saturday afternoon. 

The Panthers will unveil their eighth debutant for the season, with big American ruckman Alexander Aurrichio (Northern Blues - VFL) set to be unleashed at Gliderol Stadium.

Also coming into the side is veteran midfielder Xavier Gotch, who missed Round 12 with a groin complaint.

Meanwhile, Tyson Brown has also been rewarded for his strong showings in the Reserves since returning from a hamstring injury. Both have been named on an extended bench.

The only confirmed omission at this stage is spearhead Sam Overall, who has been forced to the sidelines with a knee injury after falling awkwardly in a marking contest against the Bulldogs.

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The Reserves will welcome another Under-18 to the fold, as Nathan Beenham prepares to make his senior debut.

Meanwhile, South Adelaide's Under-18s will simultaneously be in action at Hickinbotham Oval as do battle with the Tigers from 11:25am.

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Match Details

What: Round 13 - South Adelaide vs Glenelg
Where: Gliderol Stadium
When: Saturday, July 15 - League 2:10pm, Reserves 11:30am, U18s 11:25am (Hickinbotham Oval)
Tickets: Adults $14, concession $8 and under 18s free of charge
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League - 2:10pm

In: Aurrichio, Brown, Gotch
Out: Overall (knee)
New: Alexander Aurrichio (Northern Blues - VFL)
Milestones: Alexander Aurrichio (debut)

Reserves - 11:30am

Barnes, McKinnon, Tyllis, Need, Badger, Damin, Neville, Bruce, Rolfe, Moyle, Ah Chee, Cailotto, Fairlie, S. Taylor, Raitt, Helyar, Noble, Ellison, Beenham, Kappler, Blackwell

In: Blackwell, Noble, Beenham
Out: Aurrichio (League), Brown (League), Millman (finger)
Emg: Albanese

Under-18s - 11:25am - My Money House Oval

J. Elmes, N. Robertson, T. Illingworth, E. Wilkinson, B. Sowter, T. Sparrow, C. McGree, J. Carapetis, F. Penn, L. Bogle, J. Bradford, J. Riddle, S. Whitbread, H. Sampson, D. Tucker Cook, J. Manuel, J. Colwell, L. Fitt, B. Clark, R. Mayes, C. Gaspari, R. Milsom, J. Daniels, R. Mountford

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We spoke to our 7th debutant this year Cody Szust about the journey to his league debut against the Dogs, and Tom Fields about what we can expect from the Bays this week!

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