Dockers dump Blues from title race
CARLTON’S AFLW title hopes are over after suffering an upset 16-point loss to Fremantle, which claimed its first AFLW victory.
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The warrior skipper who inspired an unlikely win
FREMANTLE skipper Kara Donnellan hasn’t stopped trying all season. But for the first time her efforts were truly rewarded.
Kate flying high in Lions’ quest
THIS time last year Kate Deegan had never kicked a Sherrin but she is now on the verge of playing in a grand final with the Brisbane Lions.
Lions primed for new facilities thanks to AFLW
BRISBANE Lions AFLW coach Craig Starcevich says it’s flattering to think his side could be the catalyst for the AFL club’s new training and administration base to finally be built.
Vescio’s wild ride from unknown to superstar
THE inaugural AFLW season has been a “wild” ride for Carlton star Darcy Vescio so far, going from an unknown woman in a cafe to instant superstar in a matter of hours.
AFLW teams: Dogs star ruled out for year
WESTERN Bulldogs AFLW star Katie Brennan has been ruled out for the rest of the season ahead of a big clash with the undefeated Brisbane Lions. FULL SQUADS
Arnell hasn’t given up Grand Final hope
CARLTON AFLW captain Lauren Arnell isn’t giving up hope of leading her team into the Grand Final as she throws support behind a two-week finals series next year.
Chelsea Randall LIVE BLOG
JOIN Adelaide Crows AFL Women’s League co-captain Chelsea Randall LIVE from 3.30pm today to chat about this week’s big game in Darwin.
Getting hitched: Crow out for wedding
ADELAIDE AFLW midfielder Monique Hollick will miss Saturday night’s clash against Melbourne because she’s got something better to do — get hitched.
Bella’s ‘crazy’ commitment to Blues cause
BY day Bella Ayre is a Year 12 student at Bendigo Senior Secondary College, but as soon as the bell goes she’s a Carlton footballer.
Gabba women’s final is only fair
THE Gabba is the Lions’ home ground and if their women’s side earns a home grand final, it’s only fair that’s where it is played.
Suns set sights on hosting AFLW Grand Final
THE Gold Coast Suns want to create a festival of Queensland football by hosting the AFLW Grand Final at Metricon Stadium.
Brennan closing in on AFLW return
WESTERN Bulldogs captain and star player Katie Brennan faces one more hurdle before a return to football on Saturday is considered.
Lions stalking Gabba show
PREMIERSHIP favourites Brisbane want to play the AFLW grand final at the Gabba if the Lions earn hosting rights.
Lions playing down premiership talk
BRISBANE is struggling to avoid talk of an AFLW grand final berth but Kaitlyn Ashmore knows the Lions need to find another gear to win the premiership.
Roaring Lions now only side still unbeaten
BRISBANE is now the only remaining unbeaten team in the AFLW after securing a thrilling three-point win over Adelaide and taking one more step towards the Grand Final.
Crows lose thriller – and top spot
THE Crows have tasted defeat for the first time in the AFLW, being downed by three points by a quick and slick Lions outfit, despite strong games from co-captain Erin Phillips and tough Emily Marinoff.
Vescio stars in Blues’ big win
BRIANNA the brave, Vescio shines again and young gun Bella Ayre. There was plenty to like in Carlton’s big win over the Western Bulldogs on Saturday.
Ruck rule leaves Dogs bemused
PLAYERS forced to run away from the ball and strange free kicks. What rule is it that has left the Western Bulldogs bemused in the AFLW?
Pies pull off fighting win over Dockers
NEVER mind the hot conditions. The Magpies were right at home out west, defeating Fremantle in an AFLW thriller on Saturday.
Fear the braids: Lion Queen’s remarkable journey
SABRINA Frederick-Traub has always looked on the bright side. Even when she was uprooted as a seven-year-old and moved to the other side of the world.
Lions to call on leadership in blockbuster
BRISBANE will play Adelaide in a huge top of the ladder clash and Lions captain Emma Zielke doesn’t want her players to change their approach despite the importance of the game.
Historic Giants win dents Demons’ flag hopes
GWS has finally secured its first AFLW win and in the process severely dented Melbourne’s premiership hopes in a major upset in Blacktown.
Lions women already winners, grinners
THE impact of the Brisbane’s AFLW team shouldn’t be underestimated. They’ve lifted the entire club — internally and externally, and changed the face of the Lions.
Play your role or risk being a ‘headless chicken’
SABRINA Frederick-Traub says Brisbane’s team-first approach has catapulted the Lions into premiership contention. And also explains why other teams have flopped.
The battle that will reveal AFLW’s ultimate star
IT’S the top of the table clash that no one saw coming. But after Adelaide takes on Brisbane on Saturday, only one team will remain undefeated.
AFLW: Brennan, Davey to miss again
CARLTON and Western Bulldogs will be without marquee stars in their must-win clash, while Adelaide and Brisbane have made one change each for their Saturday night blockbuster.
Suns to ‘fight like hell’ for AFLW licence
NEW Gold Coast CEO Mark Evans wants the Suns to “fight like hell” to get a licence for the AFLW after the huge success of the inaugural season and the unbeaten Lions.
Ashmore’s brave Lions move pays off
WHEN Lions star Kaitlyn Ashmore first signed with Brisbane her friends asked her whether she thought they’d win a game. Now the midfielder looks like a genius.
Positive attitude works like a charm
SUPERSTITIONS abound in the Crows’ AFLW team, but preparation and a positive attitude, not omens, are secrets to success, says Adelaide co-captain Chelsea Randall.
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