Channel 9 Star Tom Morris Joins Rival Network
Channel 9’s chief footy reporter, Tom Morris, has made a sensational move to rival network Channel 7. The 34-year-old informed Channel 9 on Friday morning that he accepted a lucrative offer from Channel 7, according to Code Sports.
Seven's Strategic Poaching
The successful recruitment was led by Seven’s head of sport, Chris Jones, and SEN boss Craig Hutchison. Morris will join a strong lineup of football talent at Channel 7.
Morris's Role at Channel 7
Although Morris is not expected to take a leading on-air role—since Mitch Cleary remains Channel 7’s chief footy reporter—he will form a formidable trio alongside Cleary and Xander McGuire, who also recently moved from Channel 9.
Seven’s Recent Talent Wins
- Earlier, Seven recruited Kane Cornes from Channel 9 before the 2024 AFL season.
- Morris's switch is the latest major coup for Seven’s sports coverage team.
Reasons for the Move
Morris reportedly made the switch partly because Channel 7 holds the broadcast rights to both footy and cricket, unlike Channel 9. He had been with Channel 9 since January 2024.
"He has agreed to a lucrative offer with rival network Channel 7."
"Morris will join an already stacked roster of top footy talent."
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Summary: Tom Morris’s move from Channel 9 to Channel 7 strengthens Seven’s sports reporting team amid strategic acquisitions that enhance their broadcast rights portfolio.