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SANFL launches new women’s league for 2017

THE SANFL has ushered in a new era this morning, officially launching its new women’s league at a function at Adelaide Oval.

Norwood’s Rebekka McMahon, Glenelg’s Cassie Hartley, North Adelaide’s Jessica Edwards and West Adelaide’s Kirsty Degabriele. Picture: Mike Burton
Norwood’s Rebekka McMahon, Glenelg’s Cassie Hartley, North Adelaide’s Jessica Edwards and West Adelaide’s Kirsty Degabriele. Picture: Mike Burton

THE SANFL has ushered in a new era on Tuesday morning, officially launching its new women’s league at a function at Adelaide Oval.

The league, which kicks off at The Parade on Friday night, comes as the SANFL this year marks 140 years of league football.

“These are exciting times for women in football,” SANFL chief executive Jake Parkinson said. “It’s a historic day in the evolution of the SANFL.

“SANFL has a commitment to provide more opportunities for young women with the new league providing the necessary stepping stone for those aspiring to the elite AFLW level.”

The four teams in the SANFL women’s league are Norwood, North Adelaide, Glenelg and West Adelaide.

Friday night’s double header at Norwood — in which all four teams will be on display — begins at 6pm. Entry is free.

Originally published as SANFL launches new women’s league for 2017

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