AFLW season dates set for 2024 season

After a standoff between league officials and teams last season, the AFLW fixture dates have been locked in ahead of the new campaign.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 03: Dakota Davidson of the Lions celebrates with the premiership Cup during the AFLW Grand Final match between North Melbourne Tasmania Kangaroos and Brisbane Lions at Ikon Park, on December 03, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX ***

The AFL has announced the AFLW season will begin in August, with league officials locking in pre-season returns for clubs.

The opening round of the AFLW season will coincide with the AFL season’s pre-finals bye in a move that replicates last year’s fixture.

Executive general manager of football Laura Kane confirmed players would return to their clubs for pre-season training on June 3.

“After a record-breaking season eight and our best finals campaign in our history, the NAB AFLW competition is poised to go from strength to strength this year and are looking forward to having the players back on the training ground in early June,” she said.

Jasmine Garner of the Kangaroos. Picture: Quinn Rooney

“We’re pleased to launch the NAB AFLW season during the pre-finals bye once again which gives the competition a clear window to get off to a great start and build momentum ahead of another incredible season.”

The league is yet to confirm a fixture or a grand final date for the AFLW.