INTERVIEW: Ryan Davis - 13 August 2026
Summary
The FIVEAA Sports Show features Crows AFLW coach Ryan Davis ahead of their season opener against Sydney at Unley Oval. Davis discusses the excitement surrounding four debutants and the team's shift toward a faster, more aggressive playing style. He highlights strategic position changes, such as moving Eloise Jones to half-back and Carly Cronin to forward, to maximize versatility and speed. The conversation also covers player development, noting the growth of mid-tier players and Indy Rashid's recovery from an interrupted pre-season.
Topics discussed
Intro: Crows vs Sydney and Coach Ryan Davis
Debutantes and playing with speed and aggression
Managing the long pre-season and keeping players fresh
Growth of second-year and mid-tier players
Position changes: Eloise Jones and Carly Cronin
Speed around the contest and key midfielders
Indy Rashid's injury update and sign-off
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