Selfless Mableson enjoys “fun” of top-age season
ENTERING the 2026 AFL Women’s Draft, few players have a better CV than South Australian Emily Mableson who is right in the mix for the top few selections. The West Adelaide prospect won MVPs at both Under 16s and Under 18s level for her state, captained the 16s side to the title, and was part […] The post Selfless Mableson enjoys “fun” of top-age season appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
McKeegan happy with juggling act in top-age season
TALENTED tall Greea McKeegan is unfazed about having to juggle multiple football commitments or even roles on the field, with the National Academy member believing the “pretty good system” that was put in place for her helped her seamlessly transition between the Geelong Falcons, Geelong Grammar School, Vic Country and the National Academy. McKeegan said […] The post McKeegan happy with juggling act in top-age season appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Strachan grateful for support throughout 2026
WEST Australian Lexi Strachan had a “really hard” start to the season with plenty of juggling for her football commitments, as well as trying to find form for the state side, but with plenty of people in her corner, the West Perth top-ager emerged stronger from it. Strachan came into 2026 as a prestigious talent, […] The post Strachan grateful for support throughout 2026 appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Martin overcomes interruptions to produce “consistent” finish
THE MOST popular selection for pick one amongst the AFLW clubs, Oakleigh Chargers and Vic Metro sharpshooter Bailee Martin conceded she had some ups and downs in 2026, with frustrating “niggles” and a rapid illness before ending the season like many had predicted with some big goal hauls and eye-catching plays. “I thought it was […] The post Martin overcomes interruptions to produce “consistent” finish appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Scouting Notes: 2026 AFL Under 17 Futures
A RAFT of club-tied talent took the field in the 2026 National Futures showcase game, played on AFL Grand Final day. Inclement weather meant the game was shifted from the MCG to Whitten Oval, but that didn’t stop both sides from bringing the heat to provide a glimpse into next year’s budding draft crop. Team […] The post Scouting Notes: 2026 AFL Under 17 Futures appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Petrides thankful for opportunities despite late injury
A LATERAL collateral ligament (LCL) tear in Zoe Petrides‘ season might have seen the Lions Academy member’s top-age year end on a sour note, but the Morningside product could not be happier with the way she performed throughout 2026. During the semi-finals loss to Bond University, Petrides went down with the injury, but said she […] The post Petrides thankful for opportunities despite late injury appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Top 10s: 2026 National AFL Draft Combine
NORTHERN Knights key forward Sam Gayfer made history at the National AFL Draft Combine on Saturday, smashing the running vertical jump record by 7cm. His new high of 114cm was complimented by another first place finish in the standing vertical jump, reaching 88cm in the event at Parkville. > > SCROLL to see the full top […] The post Top 10s: 2026 National AFL Draft Combine appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Record-breaking Roche headlines huge AFLW Draft Combine results
MURRAY Bushrangers forward Eliza Roche blitzed the agility test record by 0.57 tenths of a second after an elite performance at Saturday’s AFLW Draft Combine. Speaking to Rookie Me Central the day before the testing, Roche said she was gunning for a score “between 8.2 to 8.4”, but instead finished the course in an incredible […] The post Record-breaking Roche headlines huge AFLW Draft Combine results appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Zach lauds Stingrays’ connection in flag win
ONE OF a number of vital contributors to the Dandenong Stingrays’ undefeated season and grand final victory, Zoe Zach said the playing group was “connected” and had everyone playing their role which lead to the success. Zach herself was pivotal on the big day, claiming the best on ground medal for her 21 disposals, seven […] The post Zach lauds Stingrays’ connection in flag win appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Scouting Notes: 2026 WAFL Colts Grand Final
EAST Fremantle has secured its first WAFL Colts flag since 2017 after a 44-point win in Sunday’s decider at Optus Stadium. The Sharks converted their minor premiership on the back of an eight-game winning run, also claiming bragging rights in what was a typically feisty Fremantle Derby. The Sharks set up their ascendancy with a […] The post Scouting Notes: 2026 WAFL Colts Grand Final appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
