‘Really proud’: Cats applaud axed forward’s attitude after delisting
Gary Rohan was delisted by Geelong last week, but he was back at Kardinia Park the next day with the Cats’ AFLW program like nothing had happened.
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AFLW Agenda: Is crowd target setting comp up to fail?
From an inconceivable technology failure to what two memorable clashes taught us about the premiership race, Eliza Reilly runs through the week’s hits and misses in AFLW Agenda.
AFLW: Dons pip Swans in fiery thriller, Hawks add to Suns’ pain
It got heated between the Bombers and Swans, but it was Essendon grabbing a valuable four points in a thriller, meanwhile the Hawks kept themselves in the thick of the top four race.
‘So special’: Blues mark historic milestone
It looked impossible 20 years ago, but Carlton will celebrate a significant milestone when its AFLW side runs out on Saturday night.
Early promise evaporates as Cats stare down early exit from finals race
Geelong’s finals hopes may be hanging by the barest of threads after a third lost first-half lead came back to haunt them at GMHBA Stadium on Tuesday but the Cats are determined to push on.
Father-daughter Cat’s dream debut dampened by early injury
After a touching pre-match jumper presentation from dad and ex-Cat Ray, Bryde O’Rourke’s debut in hoops took a sour turn just minutes after she stepped on field.
Future clearer for Hawks free agent
In strong form but out of contract, a Hawthorn wingman’s AFL future has become clearer.
Key Cat set for lengthy sideline stint as season hangs in balance
Geelong midfielder Amy McDonald’s strong start to the 2024 AFLW season has been halted with a hamstring injury while another Cat will miss multiple games due to the condensed fixture.
Unbeaten Roos dealt nasty blow
A North Melbourne star has been dealt a cruel injury blow which could shape the top of the AFLW ladder.
AFL admits ball tracking fail after denying Suns first win
The AFL has explained how its new ball tracking technology failed after overturning a Jamie Stanton goal. But it hasn’t appeased Gold Coast.
The AFLW games league will ignore in crowd calculations
The AFL wants average crowds of 6000 at AFLW matches to expand the season, but an email reveals the league has agreed to leave some matches out of this year’s tally.
AFLW: Lions-Crows thriller, Daisy’s Eagles win again, Port snaps streak
Brisbane and Adelaide have played another AFLW epic while North Melbourne, West Coast and Port Adelaide saluted on Sunday. See all the AFLW news and results here.
Freo holds off St Kilda in arm wrestle
Fremantle has its fourth win of the year after accounting for St Kilda in a low-scoring arm wrestle. Meanwhile, the Bombers snared a September win and the Pies broke their drought.
Hawks continue to fly towards maiden AFLW finals berth
Hawthorn’s charge towards a maiden AFLW finals berth has continued after they overcame an injury-hit Geelong in one of the most entertaining AFLW games of the season at Kardinia Park.
Debut caps off Carlton recruit’s big week
A Carlton AFLW recruit will make her club debut 48 hours after turning heads with Harley Reid at the Brownlow Medal.
AFLW Agenda: Longer season can’t be at the expense of player safety
From a clutch effort after the siren to widespread fixture criticism, Eliza Reilly runs through the hits and misses from Week 4 in the AFLW Agenda.
AFLW: Freo’s injury silver lining, Eagle in concussion limbo
ELIZA REILLY brings you up to speed with the latest AFLW news out of Western Australia as Fremantle navigates Aine Tighe’s season-ending injury and a young Eagle waits for a call on when she can return.
Cross-code prospect on Cats’ radar but no deal done yet
An 6’3” Australian volleyballer has reportedly attracted high interest from multiple AFLW clubs, Geelong included.
AFLW season extension looms as players push for schedule change
The AFLW season is set to get longer in 2025, but could the kick-off date change too? For some players, a return to the hotter months would be a welcome idea.
’Out of the blue’: Tiger makes most of surprise chance
In the space of only five weeks, a retired 36-year-old ruck has become an important cog in Richmond’s AFLW finals push.
AFLW: Sydney Derby thriller, Lions roar, No. 1 pick fires
Four big games of AFLW took place on Sunday, and the Sydney Derby stole the show as the Swans capped a terrific weekend for the club with a close win. Recap the action here.
How Irish Cat put together career-best haul in must-have win
Irishwoman Aishling Moloney showed glimpses of what she can do in Geelong’s first three rounds. On Saturday, she unleashed her athletic weapons in great force in what was one of her best game in hoops.
AFLW: Freo’s after-the-siren hero, Cats’ stunning turnaround
Fremantle has a new AFLW hero after coming from the clouds to pinch an after-the-siren win over Melbourne. Meanwhile, Geelong made an emphatic statement against Gold Coast.
‘Never had this much belief’: Unbeaten Saints humming
The daughter of a St Kilda legend says something special is brewing at Moorabbin ahead of a big test for the Saints’ AFLW side.
How Miller bounced back from double disappointment
Fremantle star Hayley Miller was booted from the midfield last year and lost the captaincy this season. She tells ELIZA REILLY how she’s swallowed her pride and rediscovered her form.
AFLW boss: Why this will be our best season yet
New AFLW boss Emma Moore has hailed the arrival of the new season and declared she will be “working tirelessly” to make 2024 the best year yet.
Big call on AFLW ‘smoky’ as season kicks off
The ninth AFLW season is on the horizon! We caught up with two of the competition’s stars to get their predictions for 2024.
U18 Scouting Report: Future AFLW stars take over on final day
We got a glimpse at the future as several bottom-age stars shone in the final game of the AFLW Under-18 Championships. See the exclusive ranking points from SA’s win over Western Australia.
Download your 2024 AFLW team poster
Show your true colours ahead of another blockbuster AFLW season and collect your glossy footy team posters here.
Unwanted to club champion: Breakout Sun fuelled by Lion envy
She’s gone from unwanted at St Kilda to a club champion on the Gold Coast. Now Claudia Whitfort is targeting an even greater prize — knocking Brisbane off its premiership perch.
Covid, ACL pain and pregnancy: Lions hero back after 644 days
Triple All-Australian Kate Lutkins is back for Brisbane almost two years since she last pulled on the boots. The new mum opens up on her long road back to the Lions.
Rising Swan ready to put injuries behind her, take AFLW by storm
After becoming the No.1 draft pick for the Swans’ inaugural season, Montana Ham has had two years plagued by injury. Now her time has arrived to announce herself.
Revealed: Port’s plan to bridge gap to Crows, AFLW’s best
Port Adelaide was years behind the Crows when it launched its AFLW team. But the Power hopes a huge off-season move will help them make the big leap from bottom-four side to finals contender.
‘Still the VFL’: Outrage over AFL finals draw
Scheduling the opening round of the footy finals should be relatively simple, yet somehow AFL HQ managed to get it very wrong.
New-look Demons searching for Cats redemption
A straight sets finals exit in 2023 has Kate Hore and her new-look Melbourne side looking for AFLW Round 1 revenge against finals conquerors Geelong.
Teen Swan Telaya flying towards Paris track dream
16 year-old Sydney Swans’ AFLW academy hopeful Telaya Blacksmith is putting footy on hold momentarily to chase Paralympic glory, writes BRAYDEN MAY.
Star’s show of faith in evolving Blues
Carlton’s best ever AFLW player is likely to finish their career at the club after signing a major contract extension ahead of the season.
Tigers’ top pick primed to take AFLW by storm
Richmond’s No.1 pick Ellie McKenzie is in ominous form as the start of the new season draws closer, with predictions she is ready to fulfil her “superstar” billing.
Roos’ to lose: Captains make their AFLW awards call
If you ask the skippers across the W, it’s going to be a Roos double this year. Check out who has been backed in the annual captains survey.
AFLW stars shine at season launch
Some of the biggest names of AFLW and AFL stepped out for an all-star event at the Melbourne Town Hall as excitement builds ahead of the 2024 season.
‘Hard to believe’: Roos’ scary revelation
Rivals expect the AFLW runners-up to repeat their 2023 exploits this season, and the Kangaroos captain thinks she knows why.
‘Crucial’: Players welcome AFLW ‘smart ball’ tech
Technology which could rid the AFL of scoring errors has been given the green light for the AFLW season after a long trial period.
Brisbane skipper’s unique journey from Magnetic Island Magpies to AFLW champion
Brisbane Lions captain Breanna Koenen’s journey from the Magnetic Island Magpies to best on ground in the AFLW grand final is a quintessential example of North Queenslanders’ resilience and dedication. Read about her unique journey.
Five things we learned: Concussion concern a cruel blow for Eagle
West Coast’s prized draft pick is on track for the opening round of the AFLW season — but another rising star has had another cruel concussion setback. ELIZA REILLY wraps up the key talking points.
Surgery to sideline Cats’ star forward for early AFLW rounds
Geelong will be without its leading goal-kicker for a chuck of the upcoming AFLW season, with Chloe Scheer set to undergo surgery. Plus, two mids suffer slight setbacks.
‘Mechanisms we can pull’: How Cats plan to answer ruck questions
Geelong’s AFLW ruck stocks took a hit in pre-season through retirement and work commitments. But coach Dan Lowther has backed his program to develop an emerging ruck quickly.
AFLW players prepare to enter footy’s new tech frontier
An AFLW star says being pioneers of the league’s use of smart balls will be a “huge” step for women’s football as the AFL moves closer to confirming they will be used for the first time this season.
AFLW round-up: Key recruit’s setback, Crow inks new deal
One of the prized recruits of the AFLW off-season is racing the clock to be fit for round 1. Meanwhile, the league has locked in the date for its historic national draft.
Harris in Paris: Dees react to star’s trip just weeks out from Rd 1
Melbourne play their season opening AFLW match later this month, but Tayla Harris isn’t in the country. LAUREN WOOD asks the Dees what’s up with the star’s Olympic expedition.
Tigers AFLW captain set for historic season in charge
Richmond AFLW star Katie Brennan is set to claim a historic mantle this season after being reappointed as captain of the Tigers for another year.
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