Channel 9 Star Tom Morris Joins Rival Channel 7
Channel 9’s chief footy reporter, Tom Morris, has made a surprising move to rival network Channel 7. The 34-year-old announced on Friday that he accepted a lucrative offer from Channel 7, according to Code Sports.
Details of the Transfer
Seven’s head of sport, Chris Jones, and SEN boss Craig Hutchison played key roles in recruiting Morris. He will join a strong team of footy talents, including recently poached Xander McGuire and Mitch Cleary.
Morris’s Role at Channel 7
Morris is not expected to be the chief footy reporter; that role remains with Mitch Cleary. Together with Cleary and McGuire, Morris will form a powerful reporting trio.
Context and Motivation
This move follows Channel 7’s earlier success in recruiting Kane Cornes from Channel 9 before the 2024 AFL season. Morris reportedly made the switch because Channel 7 holds the broadcast rights for both football and cricket.
Tom Morris had been with Channel 9 since January 2024.
“The 34-year-old informed the network on Friday morning that he has agreed to a lucrative offer with rival network Channel 7.”
“Seven’s head of sport, Chris Jones and SEN boss Craig Hutchison were behind the successful poaching attempt.”
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Author’s summary: Tom Morris has switched from Channel 9 to Channel 7, joining a strong footy reporting team, driven by Channel 7’s rights to broadcast both football and cricket.