The ‘wake-up call’ that sparked Sydney’s AFLW finals charge
Three Swans players have been involved in every AFLW game the club has played — and they always believed in their finals destiny after a winless season.
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Thank God You’re Here: How improv helps Dees flag quest
Improv comedy was a weapon in helping the Demons to the flag last year and has again been part of the finals build-up. Here how it helps on field.
How the rise of the AFLW Swans went from frustration to fervour
A big factor behind the Swans’ push for an AFLW team was do it once, do it right, now those fruits have come to bear. Swans CEO Tom Harley talks to Lachlan McKirdy about their rapid rise.
Local footy coach on Pies’ radar
A favourite for the vacant Collingwood AFLW coach role has emerged as the Magpies begin their search for a new mentor.
Roos prepare for ‘dogfight’ as star wins award
The Kangaroos are talking tough ahead of a qualifying final blockbuster against Melbourne after a star received another gong.
Ella spearheads local charge as Swans eye maiden AFLW finals win
Key defender Ella Heads is leading a charge of local Sydney talent helping turn the Swans from wooden spooners to semi finalists. Hear from the Inner West star before the club’s first ever final.
Lion faces ultimate finals Dee-spair after big ban
A Lions star could miss the rest of the AFLW season after copping a record-equalling ban for a dangerous tackle on Demon Rhiannon Watt.
‘Lingy!’: Cats fans’ priceless moment with Irish gun’s parents
Aishling Moloney hasn’t just been recognised on the street, her parents have too. The Irish sensation sheds light on that and her rapid rise in her first season at the Cats.
Wounded Magpies make big move
Collingwood has wasted no time making a big move after a disappointing AFLW season where it missed the finals.
‘I love the fight’: Lions AFLW coach signs on
Craig Starcevich loves fighting to get AFL recognition in Queensland, so he’s sticking around for a bit longer as the Lions push for their second AFLW premiership.
Champ’s big call on AFLW flag fancy
Days after she finished her career at Port Adelaide, Erin Phillips has revealed whether her allegiance will switch back to the arch rival.
AFLW defends unconventional finals fixture
AFLW boss Nicole Livingstone has defended the lack of a Friday night game to mark the first week of the finals series.
Dees dealt major finals injury blow
A Melbourne star will miss the entire AFLW finals series, while the Demons have provided an update on another key player.
‘No expectations’: Pressure off for Sydney in first AFLW finals
The Swans are ready for a short turnaround as they prepare for their first AFLW final. But with other teams writing them off, they’re ready to cause some chaos in the hunt for the flag.
Full fixture: AFLW finals locked in after thrilling final day
It went down to the very last minutes of the minor round but the first week of the AFLW finals is locked in – and the Bombers will make their maiden appearance. See the full fixture.
Swans fend off Dockers to steal finals spot from luckless Saints
Sydney will play in their first AFLW finals series after a tense victory over the Dockers meant they denied the Saints a place in the final eight.
‘Unreal to finish like that’: How Port farewelled a great in style
At Alberton Oval on Saturday, AFLW trailblazer Erin Phillips pulled on the boots one final time – and what a day it turned out to be. See all the pictures, colour from Phillips’ fairytale finish.
Juggling jobs: From a 24-hour firefighter shift to torching Pies
On the same day she finished a 24-hour shift as a firefighter, Rebecca Privitelli kicked two goals to help push her Swans over the line. That’s just a day in the life of an AFLW player.
Cellar dwellers to finals bound: Inside the Swans’ AFLW rise
The Swans have gone from being winless in the AFLW to on the cusp of finals. It’s a remarkable turnaround considering the position they found themselves in only 12 months ago.
The Facebook tag that saw GFNL netballer become a Cat
Renee Garing still pinches herself about how a new sporting career started out of nowhere. And a push from a friend helped her go from St Mary’s to the bigtime.
‘Disbelief’: Cross-coder on AFLW whirlwind, Phillips’ legacy
Katelyn Pope thought her footy career was over, then a phone call changed everything. She touches on her journey to Port Adelaide as well as the farewell of teammate Erin Phillips.
AFL challenged to embrace own pride round
AFLW players have challenged the AFL to move with the times on a pride round as they describe the importance of this weekend.
‘I just want to feel normal’: Inside Giant’s concussion hell
Last year, Rebecca Beeson could barely leave the house without feeling ill following three serious concussions. She reveals how she overcame those issues to return to the game she loves.
AFLW teams, tips: Star Demon returns on eve of finals push
The Dees have received a big boost on the eve of the final AFLW round, as the season culminates in some epic contests to decide who plays finals. Check out all the teams and our expert tips.
Giants midfielder sits out AFLW Pride Round again
Haneen Zreika has held firm on her stance to represent her community and not wear the GWS Giants’ AFLW Pride Round guernsey this weekend.
AFLW: Tigers heartbreak as Suns steal win on the siren
The Gold Coast Suns have jumped into fifth spot on the ladder, after a goal on the siren handed Richmond a heartbreaking one-point defeat. See all the results from round 6 here.
‘One would cry’: From sibling rivalry to shared milestone
Like most siblings, things would start out in fun and end up in tears for the Prespakis sisters. On Sunday, they share a huge AFLW milestone as they prepare to face off for the second time.
128-1: Horror numbers behind Giants’ winless AFLW season
The Giants’ 0-5 win-loss ratio is poor, but statistics from GWS final quarters in season eight are truly eye-popping.
‘She’s with me’: The ties that bind Saint with late mum
For inaugural AFLW player Nicola Stevens, this year has been tough. The Saints star opens up on losing her mum to dementia, and her determination to support those in similar situations.
Scary Crows set up clash of unbeaten AFLW titans
The AFLW’s two unbeaten teams will face off next week after Adelaide celebrated Danielle Ponter’s 50th game in style. See full round 5 results here.
How Dog fought back after two and a half years of injury hell
Four minutes into last season, Bulldog Kirsten McLeod broke her leg. It was her first game back after more than 18 months out with concussion. She opens up on how she fought back again.
AFLW: Stunning Saints ease pressure on Dal Santo
The Saints stormed over the top of Collingwood to claim a huge win for their club and coach, as the woes at the Bulldogs continue. Check out all the latest AFLW news here.
Deni opens up: Fear, the reason and why I’d do it all again
Deni Varnhagen made national headlines in 2021 after she became the first top-level footballer to resist the Covid jab. For the first time, she opens up on her reasons – and the fallout.
AFLW teams: Dees make call on star
Melbourne has revealed whether Alyssa Bannan will play on Friday night as Carlton receives a huge boost before its Tigers blockbuster.
‘I can do anything now’: How lightning strike changed AFLW star
Jess Wuetschner’s path to 50 AFL Women’s games has been longer than most. She opens up on how being struck by lightning then being hit with long Covid changed her life.
Scrapheap to skipper: Why Cat feels ‘lucky’ despite rough start
Meg McDonald has come a long way to get to game 50. The Cats skipper and her coach open up on journey.
AFLW season expansion hinges on ‘metrics’
A “nuanced” cocktail of crowd and broadcast numbers will determine how quickly the AFLW season expands under a new agreement.
’Scary’: Dees bring in star Irish recruit
The sister of a Melbourne premiership star will make her AFLW debut under lights as the Demons look to continue piling on the goals.
It’s a Tighe: Aine stakes claim as Freo’s best player
If Kiara Bowers is Fremantle’s best AFLW player then Aine Tighe is the Dockers’ most important. But that pecking order could be rewritten by the end of the season writes, ELIZA REILLY.
‘Taking the piss’: Irish AFLW Swans turn up heat
They might be struggling with the record-high Sydney temperatures, but the Swans’ Irish AFLW players are hoping they’ll feel right at home at Henson Park this Sunday.
‘Ridiculous’: Woman forced to remove T-shirt
AFL boss Gillon McLachlan has apologised after a footy fan was ordered to remove a ‘Yes’ T-shirt at a game over the weekend.
Daughter of cricket great earns Rising Star nod
A member of one of Australia’s great sporting families has strengthened her claim for the AFLW Rising Star award.
McLachlan apologises after AFLW fan forced to remove Yes T-shirt
Gillon McLachlan has apologised to an AFLW fan who was forced to remove a T-shirt supporting the Yes movement at a Brisbane Lions’ match.
Pressure rising on Dal Santo after Port overruns Saints
St Kilda is staring at another AFLW season without finals after falling to 0-3 against Port Adelaide, turning up the pressure on coach Nick Dal Santo. Full AFLW wrap.
‘Delay by danger noodle’: Bizarre AFL scenes
Saturday’s AFLW game between GWS and Richmond was bizarrely held up due to a venomous snake intruding the ground.
Snake gate: ‘Highly venomous’ intruder delays AFLW clash
An unwanted visitor believed to have a ‘potentially fatal bite’ delayed the start of the GWS-Richmond clash in the AFLW. Enter the snake catcher to save the day.
AFLW teams, tips: Star’s 616-day wait over as Dogs swing axe
It’s been a long journey for Izzy Huntington, who will make her GWS debut on a big weekend for her former club – for other reasons. Get all the round 3 teams and expert tips.
AFLW teams: Star returns as Bulldogs swing axe
A former No. 1 pick returns after more than 18 months in the wilderness, while the Western Bulldogs have axed two premiership stars.
‘Your career’s not over’: Cat opens up on mum-footy juggle
Cat Erin Hoare retired in 2019 to study at Cambridge University. Now as she’s returned to the AFLW this season, the now mum of two opens up on how she’s making it work.
Breakout Cat’s mental health message as local ambassador
A Geelong local, Claudia Gunjaca jumped at the chance to be an ambassador for a well-known mental health program. And she has a message to those who are struggling.
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