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Ryan Burton joins Giants as development coach ahead of 2027 season

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 2:41 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Ryan Burton joins Giants as development coach ahead of 2027 season
Summary

Ryan Burton has been appointed as a development coach for Greater Western Sydney. The former Port Adelaide and Hawthorn defender, who played in the VFL for Southport in 2026, will help mentor young players as they prepare for the upcoming pre-season. Burton was drafted by the Hawks in 2015 and has since transitioned to coaching, joining a reshaped Giants coaching panel. He follows Adam Read, who has joined the team as an assistant coach, after extensive experience at Fremantle.

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  • •Burton spent the 2026 season playing for Southport in the VFL.
  • •He was originally drafted by Hawthorn at pick No. 19 in 2015.
  • •The Giants aim to strengthen player development ahead of pre-season.
  • •Adam Read was also recently signed as an assistant coach.
  • •GWS is undergoing significant coaching changes with multiple new appointments.
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  • 2:41 AMAFL — Former Hawks, Power defender joins Giants as development coach
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The Giants have landed former Power and Hawks defender Ryan Burton as a development coach

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