Tom Morris Moves from Channel 9 to Channel 7
Channel 9’s chief footy reporter, Tom Morris, has made a surprising switch to rival network Channel 7. The 34-year-old announced on Friday morning that he accepted a lucrative offer from Channel 7, ending his tenure with Channel 9, where he had worked since January 2024.
Key Figures Behind the Move
The successful recruitment was led by Seven’s head of sport, Chris Jones, and SEN boss Craig Hutchison. Their efforts will add Morris to Channel 7’s already strong lineup of top footy talent.
Morris’s Role at Channel 7
Although he joins the network, Morris is not expected to take on a leading on-air position. Mitch Cleary will remain Channel 7’s chief footy reporter. However, the combination of Cleary, Morris, and Xander McGuire—who recently transferred from Nine—promises a powerful team.
Background and Motivation
- Morris previously worked at Channel 9 starting January 2024.
- Channel 7 retains broadcast rights for both footy and cricket, which influenced Morris’s decision.
- This is part of Channel 7’s recent successful poaching of key sports figures, including Kane Cornes before the 2024 AFL season.
"He has been with Nine since January 2024."
"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’s move to Channel 7 strengthens their sports coverage by adding experienced talent, continuing Seven's streak of strategic hires and leveraging key sports broadcasting rights.
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