Tom Morris Joins Rival Network Channel 7
Channel 9’s chief footy reporter, Tom Morris, has sensationally moved to rival network Channel 7 in a significant career shift. The 34-year-old announced on Friday morning that he accepted a lucrative offer from Channel 7, according to Code Sports.
Details of the Move
The successful recruitment was credited to Chris Jones, Head of Sport at Seven, and SEN boss Craig Hutchison. Morris will join a strong lineup of footy experts already established at Channel 7.
Morris’s Role at Channel 7
Though Morris is joining the team, he is not expected to take a leading on-air role, as Mitch Cleary will continue to serve as Channel 7’s chief footy reporter. Together with Cleary and Xander McGuire, another recent recruit from Channel 9, they form a powerful reporting trio.
Context of Recent Network Changes
This move adds to a series of major gains for Channel 7, which previously convinced Kane Cornes to leave Channel 9 before the 2024 AFL season.
"Morris is understood to have been convinced to jump ship due to Channel 7 having the broadcast rights to both the footy and cricket."
Tom Morris had been with Channel 9 since January 2024.
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Author's summary: Tom Morris's switch to Channel 7 highlights the competitive landscape in sports broadcasting, emphasizing the appeal of multi-sport rights and strategic talent recruitment.