Dogs unleash another brilliant banner
UPDATE: THE Western Bulldogs have proved they have the best banners in the AFL men’s comp — and their first effort in the women’s league will take some beating. PLUS REJECTED BANNERS
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Crows put stamp on women’s comp
AFTER a lifetime wait it took all of one minute for Adelaide’s women’s football team to announce its arrival against GWS.
Video: Crow cops brutal coathanger
ERIN Phillips has become the first recipient of a good old fashioned coathanger in the AFLW. The incident was ugly, but the way she responded was awesome.
Why opponents won’t catch — or fight — this Lion
IF THERE is one Lions player who will be able to handle whatever happens in the groundbreaking AFLW clash between Brisbane and Melbourne, it is the multi-talented Kaitlyn Ashmore.
AFLW opener makes Darcy a believer
THE buzz hasn’t worn off for Carlton’s newest star Darcy Vescio, who admitted even recently she was a doubter as to how big women’s football could be.
Bulldog Blackburn’s debut 21 years in making
KICK-to-kick every night after school with her dad, brother, sister and mum (occasionally) has prepared Bulldogs marquee player Ellie Blackburn for the biggest day of her footy life.
AFLW opener attracts huge TV audience
IF there were any lingering doubters about how popular AFLW is, then they need look no further than the TV ratings for the inaugural match between Carlton and Collingwood.
Young star Mithen not short on talent
HELMET or no helmet? Lily Mithen’s mates reckon the young gun would get plenty of attention but the Demon is out to prove size is no disadvantage.
Where should AFLW Grand Final be played?
UPDATE: THE AFL is considering moving more AFLW games – including the Grand Final – to bigger stadiums after extraordinary scenes at Ikon Park. VOTE NOW
Vescio heroics hand Carlton historic win
DARCY Vescio stole the show, kicking four goals as Carlton defeated Collingwood in the inaugural AFLW match at Ikon Park.
‘What a show’: AFL stars in awe
THERE was a huge crowd in the stands and some huge hits on the field as women footballers made history at Ikon Park. And the AFL is on a winner judging from social media.
Vescio still buzzing after four-goal haul
DARCY Vescio says channelling nervous excitement into positive energy was the key to her four-goal AFLW performance. And picking her favourite is easy.
Steep learning curve for Magpies
COLLINGWOOD will look to work on its ball movement going forward after managing just one goal in last night’s opening AFL Women’s match.
‘She has me covered’: Blue’s classic concession
BLUES fans have embraced Darcy Vescio quickly — too quickly for Marc Murphy. But he wasn’t the only AFL gun to voice his admiration for the game’s best female players.
Garner’s name forever etched in AFLW history
WHATEVER happens in Jasmine Garner’s career, she will always feature at the very start of the AFLW history books after becoming the competition’s first goalkicker.
Carlton AFLW player profiles
ALMOST 30 years ago pop icon Madonna exhorted women around the globe to Express Yourself and Carlton is taking the same attitude into the AFLW. EVERY PLAYER
AFLW opener: Historic night for footy
IN PICTURES: A lock out at the gates, history made and incredible aciton on the field. AFLW under way in emphatic style.
Bec nails coveted Crows job
WHO is the real Bec Goddard — the new coach of the Adelaide Crows women’s team?
Mum helps Erin make Giant strides
WHEN Erin McKinnon wanted to play Australian rules five years ago, there wasn’t a team near her to be found in Sydney. So what did she do? She and her mum created their own.
Harris ready to live out her dream
TAYLA Harris has been one of the faces of the push to establish a women’s AFL competition, and now she is urging fans to ensure they are part of something ‘huge’ from the very start.
High-profile Abbey victim of Crows’ depth
SHE’S the glamour Crows girl who can’t get a game. High-profile star Abbey Holmes is a victim of Adelaide’s playing depth as it heads into its first game of AFLW football.
The modern beginnings of the AFLW
THE kick-off to the inaugural AFL Women’s competition is upon us, but women’s Aussie rules has a long history in this country.
AFLW guide: Everything you need to know
THE best female players will break new ground when the first AFLW season kicks off, which includes some significant rule changes. Take a look at our ultimate guide + expert tips
True Blue Loynes ready for the big time
KATIE Loynes has overcome several injuries to make her AFLW dream come true. Her next challenge is to make her Magpie-supporting mum love Carlton.
Crows ready to tackle hard stuff
INAUGURAL Crows women’s coach Bec Goddard has vowed that her band of history-makers will play hard and fast.
AFLW teams: Round 1 line-ups revealed
THE teams are in. The historic first season of AFL Womens kicks off on Friday night and the line-up for this weekend’s games have been revealed. See who our experts are picking!
Lion King’s daughter gives Brisbane boot for AFLW
ANY parent will tell you that it can be hard to control your kids. That’s apparently true even if you’re Brisbane Lions champion Jonathan Brown.
Aussie sport changes forever tonight
IT’S been more than 100 years in the making but the sporting revolution taking place in Melbourne tonight comes with a serious warning.
Bring it on: Hope embraces AFLW hype
COLLINGWOOD spearhead Moana Hope insists she is not feeling the pressure to perform on the big stage after an “overwhelming” build-up to the historic AFL Women’s opener.
King models game on deadly ruck duo
OPPONENTS of Emma King are in for a hard day at the office, especially when you consider she models her game on Nic Naitanui and Aaron Sandilands.
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