IT TOOK some class from Sydney Swans co-captain Adam Goodes to try and ignite his side against Richmond at the MCG on Sunday.

The Swans conceded the opening five inside 50s and looked decidedly flat, but Goodes did his best to lift his side.

On the outer wing, Goodes was the long option for the Swans as they rebounded from defence. The kick lobbed over the top of Richmond defender Bachar Houli as Goodes leapt, sat his right knee on Houli's shoulder, and completed the spectacular grab at his highest point.

Only a week after his best on ground effort against Essendon, the 31-year-old dual Brownlow medallist added another big grab to the bumper crop of Mark of the Year contenders in 2011.