It will be a game not to be missed. The Swans under new coach John Longmire, take on Essendon, under their new coach, James Hird.

Longmire, 40, and Hird, 38, were both stars of the 1990s and met in many on-field encounters - Longmire as the giant full forward for North Melbourne, and Hird as a brilliant forward/midfielder for the Bombers.

Both are in the 200-game club, and bring a wealth of experience to their coaching roles.

So don your red and white and join us as the pair go head-to-head in the coaching box at the Swans first home game of the 2011 Premiership Season on Sunday April 3 at ANZ Stadium.

Tickets are available from just $24 for an adult, or $60 for a family of four. All tickets include public transport to and from ANZ Stadium, so it’s never been easier or more affordable to cheer, cheer the Red and the White!

Sunday afternoon matches have produced some great results for the Sydney Swans, most recently last year’s nail biting win against Carlton in the Elimination Final.

With a new senior coach and more experience behind our talented young stars, it is set to be an exciting year of football for the Sydney Swans - and we’d love to have you there with us every step of the way.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.ticketek.com.au, in person at a Ticketek Box Office or by calling 132 849.