Lappin’s women’s footy dream ahead of latest coaching gig
A vision to revolutionise the way women’s footy is played and lead his daughter into her draft year has inspired 251-game AFL star Matthew Lappin into his newest coaching role.
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Hottest young talent in years snapped up
Tales of Ash Centra’s junior footy career have become legend – so it was no surprise to see the 18-year-old selected first in the AFLW Draft.
The biggest winners from AFLW’s equalisation switch
The AFLW’s biggest equalisation measure was in action for the first time on Monday night, and Eliza Reilly writes the national draft was a resounding win for non-Victorian clubs.
How every club’s AFLW draft haul stacks up
The AFLW draft is done and dusted, with future superstars finding new homes across the league. Which clubs are most thrilled with their hauls? Our experts go over every club’s draft.
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Why clubs still set to shop local despite draft expansion
For the first time in AFLW history, the league is set for a national draft. But most clubs are unlikely to pluck youngsters from too far afield, according to Eliza Reilly.
Better than Zippy? South Freo star rockets into top five calculations
Zippy Fish was touted as a potential No. 1 pick, but after meeting with multiple clubs there’s now there’s a new candidate to be the first Western Australian taken in this year’s AFLW draft.
Pendles advice that completed brothers’ stunning triple flag feat
The Pendlebury brothers have now all won premierships in the past 14 months. And two of them helped the youngest Pendlebury take a leap of faith which led to an AFLW flag.
‘Terrific servant’ leaves Demons in chaotic trade
An inaugural Melbourne signing will wear new colours in 2025, but what happened to the other players slated for a monster six-club deal?
‘Best fit’: Saints stick with great in key role
St Kilda says its AFLW program is heading in the right direction under a club great – urging fans to stay the course.
Dees to hit draft hard in mooted mega deal
Melbourne could enter the AFLW draft with its best ever hand but at a high cost, as more than a handful of clubs come to the trade table.
Roos star in rare air after latest gong
A North Melbourne superstar has claimed another big award, and it prompts the question once again: just what were the umpires thinking?
‘Right direction’: Women’s sports takes over
Women’s sports are now enjoying the recognition they’ve long deserved with AFLW player Éilish O’Dowd and WBBL cricketer Phoebe Litchfield among the athletes taking over the industry.
Locked in: Important Cats trio sign new deals before trade period
A reliable defender, a top 10 draft pick and a rising Irish talent have extended their stay at the Cattery.
47 reasons why Ash will take Centra stage on draft night
Ash Centra is best known for a 47-touch, four goal starring performance, but there’s much more to the first-round prospect. CHRIS CAVANAGH speaks to the possible No.1 pick.
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