It’s US v GWS as Carlton’s young Blues prepare to take on the youthful Giants at Spotless Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
Round 22
GWS v Carlton
Saturday 29 August
Spotless Stadium, 1.45pm AEST
Head-to-head:
Played 4
Carlton 2
GWS 2
Draws 0
Last time the sides met:
Round 7, 2015, Etihad Stadium
GWS 19.21 (135) d Carlton 9.3 (57)
Forecast for Sydney on Saturday afternoon:
Partly cloudy with a possible of shower – top of 19 degrees.
Milestones: Sam Rowe
Carlton’s Sam Rowe will play his 50th AFL game this weekend against GWS.
Rowe was recruited to Carlton from SANFL club Norwood with a second round selection in the 2011 National Draft. A mature-age recruit, Rowe had a tough path to the AFL and previously spent two years on Sydney’s rookie list.
At the age of 25, Rowe made his long-awaited AFL debut in Round 2, 2013 against Collingwood. In 2014 he earned Carlton’s Most Improved Player Award and at the end of the season was elevated to the Blues’ leadership group.
Milestones: Tom Bell
Carlton’s Tom Bell will play his 50th AFL game this weekend when the Blues take on GWS.
Tom Bell came to Carlton via a first round selection in the 2011 rookie draft. The big-bodied midfielder from Queensland made his debut in Round 17, 2012 against the Western Bulldogs, and went on to earn the Blues’ Best First Year Player Award. After another consistent season in 2013, Bell was elevated to Carlton’s senior list.
Curtain raiser:
Before Carlton takes on GWS, there is a NEAFL curtain raiser between the UWS GIANTS and Sydney University. The match starts at 10.05am, with the main game kicking off at 1.45pm. Gates open at 10.00am for those wanting to attend.
Merchandise:
Want to wear what the players wear? For all the latest Carlton merchandise including polos, hoodies, hats and scarves, head to the Carlton Shop online.
Membership:
A big thank you to our 47,305 members who supported us through the 2015 season. We look forward to your continued loyal support in 2016. Head to membership.carltonfc.com.au or call 1300 CARLTON for more details.
Ticketing:
The ticket office at Spotless Stadium will be open from 10.00am and is located next to Gate D. You can also book online at www.ticketmaster.com.au.
Carpark opening:
If you plan to visit Sydney Showground on the day of a major event pre-booked parking is recommended (some events at Sydney Olympic Park incur a flat rate of $25). Click here to pre-book.
You can also book your parking through Ticketek (cost includes any Ticketek fees). Please ensure you:
- Allow 7 to 10 working days for delivery or
- Collect your car park ticket in person, at selected Ticketek outlets
- Visit Ticketek for further information or to book a parking space.
Gate opening:
Gates open 10.00am
Cheersquad allocation:
Section 243
Public transport:
Travelling by trains to Sydney Olympic Park is FREE with your match ticket or membership card and trains depart Lidcombe station every 10 minutes until midnight.
Sydney buses will operate to a regular weekend timetable. Route 525 operates between Parramatta and Burwood via Sydney Olympic Park (cost not included in your match ticket).
Normal non-event weekend transport will be available. Visit the Transport NSW website for more information.
Broadcast:
Metro TV Melbourne & Adelaide: Channel 7 (90min delay), Fox Footy (LIVE)
Metro TV Sydney: 7mate (LIVE), Fox Footy (LIVE)
Metro TV Brisbane: Fox Footy (LIVE)
Metro TV Perth: Channel 7 (2 hour delay), Fox Footy (LIVE)
Melbourne Radio: ABC 774, SEN, Grandstand Digital
Regional Radio: ABC Vic
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