‘I’ve hated them’: Rising Star braces for fiery Sydney Derby
A big week is about to get even bigger for Greater Western Sydney young gun Kaitlyn Srhoj after she received this week’s AFLW Rising Star nomination ahead of her first Sydney Derby.
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AFLW: Thrilling post-siren draw, Crows and Roos flex muscle
The top three of the AFLW in Adelaide, North Melbourne and St Kilda all had victories on a day that seperated the best from the rest. Plus the Suns and Giants played out a thrilling draw.
Strom, Miller star in Freo win as Blues boost flag credentials
Fremantle has powered to a win over Port Adelaide while, Carlton launched into premiership contention when it held Geelong goalless and Richmond beat Sydney. Catch all the AFLW news.
AFLW: Lions roar with ease in mauling of Magpies
Stinging from a poor first home game, the Lions made the Magpies pay in Springfield, storming out of the blocks to claim a massive 52-point win.
Ex-Falcon’s dream start on AFLW debut as ‘big off-season’ pays off
Ex-Geelong Falcon Chloe Adams’ AFLW debut at Essendon couldn’t have started any better. Now, she’s intent to keep improving – with the help of a player she long modelled her game on.
The torture behind Blues turnaround
A novel approach tested Carlton’s AFLW players but paid off during a round 2 thriller in Mackay.
Ball tracking revolution: Next steps for new tech
The AFL’s new ball-tracking technology decided an AFLW game for the first time in round two, and the league is prepared for it to be expanded. ELIZA REILLY has the details.
AFLW tips: Bulldogs’ pain far from over
It’s been a disastrous start to the season for the Western Bulldogs, and our experts think the worst hasn’t passed yet. Check out who they’re backing in round 3 of the AFLW season.
‘Right direction’: Dogs adamant dark days will pass
The Western Bulldogs’ problems were laid bare in front of more than 20,000 at the MCG, but here’s why their leaders remain optimistic.
AFLW Agenda: Swans’ secrecy a disservice to us all
Sydney’s lies and denial over Chloe Molloy’s ACL injury over the weekend was a disservice to the competition, writes ELIZA REILLY in the AFLW Agenda. See all of her likes and dislikes.
‘Matter of time’: Star Cat backs teammate to become game-changer
Geelong’s Amy McDonald has backed a teammate in to become a threatening key forward, while the star midfielder shared how the Cats are working around a lack of height in ruck contests.
AFLW: Ball tracking’s crucial call, Cats’ escape, and Crows dominate
Adelaide has kept Fremantle goalless at home to cap a bumper Sunday of AFLW action, while the Blues and Cats escaped with a one-point win and a draw from their clashes respectively. Catch all the action from all five games.
‘Sorry I lied to you’: Molloy kept ACL tear secret from teammates
Swans superstar Chloe Molloy has revealed what happened in the moment she found out she’d torn her ACL, and why she kept it a secret from her teammates. LACHLAN McKIRDY has the details.
AFLW: Star’s record-breaking day, Daisy crashes back to earth
Brisbane star Ally Anderson has helped herself to a league-record 43 disposals in a huge day out against the Demons. And it wasn’t the only record broken on Saturday. See all the round 2 results.
‘Surreal’: Bulldog gets MCG injury comeback
An important Western Bulldog will make her AFLW return in an unexpected setting – and her Auskick experience could come in handy.
Hawk wants stadiums back on AFLW agenda
A Hawthorn AFLW star says a key aspect of playing at local grounds is affecting how the competition is perceived.
Freo spearhead’s surprise role in AFLW star’s career-changing move
A forgotten Dockers forward has been revealed as one of the unlikely sources of inspiration behind Fremantle’s best AFLW score under coach Lisa Webb. ELIZA REILLY finds out more.
Full list: Every player nominated for AFLW national, state combines
The invite list for the first AFLW national draft combine have been released, with the best young prospects to get their chance to impress clubs in early October.
Prized Tiger’s huge contract call
An AFLW superstar has made a big career decision after breaking new ground with one of her club’s highest honours.
AFLW Agenda: Why White ban proves we need a longer season
There has been talk about the suitability of big penalties for AFLW players after Tarni White’s three-game ban. ELIZA REILLY thinks a longer season solves the issue.
‘Extremely disappointed’: Dee’s season over
Fresh scans have revealed grim news for an important Melbourne player only one week into the AFLW season.
How Nina, Cats plan to kick AFLW season off on winning note
After a history-making preliminary final in 2023, Nina Morrison believes the Cats are only improving and must embrace every opportunity to compete, starting with a Saturday night blockbuster against Melbourne.
The numbers behind AFLW Cat’s transformation into fearless forward
Geelong’s Jackie Parry enjoyed a breakout season in front of goals in 2023 – and if her first game of 2024 is anything to go by, the forward showed just how important she’ll be to the Cats’ finals hopes.
‘No confidence lost’: Webster backs Cats’ intensity in Dees loss
It wasn’t a winning start to season 2024 but for Geelong and defender Becky Webster, their performance against long-time contender Melbourne warrants belief their best can beat anyone.
Grim fallout of Bombers collision
Scans have revealed the extent of damage to Bonnie Toogood’s knee after the Essendon star was in a horror collision with a teammate.
‘It’s a shock’: Frankston girl’s unexpected call up to AFLW
Overlooked in the draft, Jemma Ramsdale has stunningly made it on to an AFLW list and will move interstate to begin her career. She talks about how it all happened — and who she’ll miss.
‘Best choice’: Giants stalwart Beeson named skipper
Giants stalwart Rebecca Beeson has been named as the club’s new AFLW captain ahead of season 2024, with coach Cam Bernasconi declaring her the ‘best choice for the job’.
Queensland’s bold bid to host the inaugural AFLW Gather Round
A tropical Queensland city has launched a bold bid to host the inaugural AFLW Gather Round, claiming it has the best grounds in regional Australia.
AFLW set for illicit drugs policy overhaul
AFLW players will be brought in line with their male counterparts as part of an overhaul of the drug policy. SAM LANDSBERGER has the details.
Bid to revive hybrid format hits hurdle
The AFL and women’s players are eager to revive International Rules, but a major obstacle stands in the way of a Gather Round fixture.
AFLW’s landmark move to shake up draft process
AFLW players will enter an open draft in a landmark move for the football’s elite women’s competition, leaving the country’s best young players open to head anywhere in Australia.
Big changes to AFLW draft
With the average AFLW wage set to hit a record high in 2025, the competition has fallen in line with the AFL.
Why AFLW star left Collingwood for Swans
Sydney Swans co-captain Chloe Molloy has opened up about the real reason she left Collingwood – and why she wants ‘more analysis’ of matches.
Stars, recruits and draftees who will shape 2024 AFLW season
With pre-season kicking off around the country this week, the AFLW campaign will be here before you know it. ELIZA REILLY names the players who will define the premiership race this year.
Comment: How long can AFLW get away with ‘sabotaging’ itself?
The AFLW fixture release has exposed a league happy to “do the bare minimum” and a schedule putting player health at risk, writes ELIZA REILLY.
Midweek footy is back for new season
The new AFLW season will start in August and has introduced a bold new move to get clean air for matches during the AFL finals.
AFLW Fixture: Huge double-header to kick off new-look season
The full AFLW fixture for 2024 has landed – and there is plenty to unpack. Daisy Pearce’s debut, a Dreamtime clash, a footy frenzy and a Showdown under lights. See every game here.
Major new AFL deal for Cairns revealed
Powerbrokers from AFL Cairns, Cairns Council and the Queensland Government have pulled off an incredible coup signing the first AFLW side to the region for the next three seasons.
Lions ‘all-in’ on AFLW dynasty as premiership stars extend deals
The Lions have watched some massive stars walk out the doors in recent years, but after their 2023 premiership it seems Brisbane are well set for a run at a dynasty, locking down some key names.
Clubs ‘pressured’ by compressed fixture as footy returns to Punt Rd
The AFLW fixture is set to be released this week, with clubs expected to play 11 games across 10 weeks. As LAUREN WOOD reports, clubs are concerned it will make it impossible to hit metrics the AFL has put in place to measure growth.
National shift on the cards for AFLW draft
AFLW players might be forced into following Montana Ham’s lead in moving interstate, with a switch to a national draft on the cards for the league as early as this year.
Star mums’ new goal: ‘The lessons we’ll teach our little boy’
Six-month-old Tomi has changed the lives of Adelaide sports power couple Chelsea Randall and Marijana ‘MJ’ Rajcic.
How Tassie rising star earned AFLW shot
A Tassie rising star has earned an unexpected AFLW shot after one of the competition’s best players announced she will sit out 2024. Here’s why the young gun stood out to her new club.
Hawks lock away AFLW star in major coup
Hawthorn has locked away an emerging AFLW superstar and another young gun on maximum-length contracts after a big coaching change.
‘Growth is required’: AFLW’s next steps after new boss named
The AFLW’s new boss has been tasked with taking women’s football to the next level, with the league declaring the time has arrived for more growth.
Bulldogs called out for player payments breach
The Western Bulldogs have been hit with a suspended fine for a breach of the club’s total player payments during an AFLW season.
AFLW pair suspended over drugs bust
The AFL has handed down its punishment to two Sydney AFLW players caught with an illicit substance late last year.
Swans players banned over possession of illicit substance
The AFL has named the punishment for a pair of AFLW Swans players who were caught with an illicit substance in the off-season.
‘Embarrassed’ Swans handed bans for drug bust
The AFL has handed down its punishment to two Sydney AFLW players caught with an illicit substance late last year.
AFLW duo allegedly caught with cocaine
The AFLW has been rocked by reports two Sydney Swans players were charged by police after being caught with “a recreational drug”.
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