Lance Franklin
Lance 'Buddy' Franklin is a professional Australian rules footballer widely regarded as one of the greatest forwards in the history of the AFL. Known for his exceptional goal-scoring ability, athleticism, and skill, Franklin has achieved numerous accolades throughout his career, including multiple Coleman Medals and All-Australian selections. His landmark nine-year, $10 million contract with the Sydney Swans in 2013 sparked debates about player contracts and their impact on club finances, leading to the introduction of the 'Buddy Franklin' rule.
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Recent news mentions
Curnow is a chance to find the harbour-city premiership that eluded both Tony Lockett and Lance Franklin.
The stars of the Sydney Swans, such as Charlie Curnow, Isaac Heeney and Chad Warner, show the gap to the Carlton Blues as the reset begins for Michael Voss and his side
Australia· 2026-03-06
Lance “Buddy” Franklin and his wife, Jesinta Franklin, sold their multimillion-dollar home on the Gold Coast for an undisclosed sum.
Twelve Australian celebrities who bought and sold property in 2025Australia· 2025-12-18
Franklin is mentioned as a rockstar forward.
Ranking each AFL club’s deals; Hawthorn Hawks; Essendon Bombers; Carlton Blues; GWS Giants; Gold Coast Suns; Melbourne Demons; Geelong Cats; Collingwood Magpies; Richmond Tigers; Sydney Swans; West Coast Eagles; Fremantle DockersAustralia· 2025-10-15
Billy Slater embraces former Swans AFL star Lance Franklin.
I was there for Laurie Daley’s first strategy meeting. Billy Slater was already stalking the BluesAustralia· 2025-07-10
Lance Franklin is associated with the AFL's new rule requiring club approval for long player contracts.
Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin rule requires club bosses to sign off on all player contracts of six years or moreAustralia· 2025-02-10
