2026 AFLW Draft | Race to #1: Emma Charlton
WHILE the 2026 AFLW Draft crop is shaping up to be one of the deepest in recent years, there is no shortage of premium talent at the pointy end. In the return of our Race to #1 series but this time for the women’s draft, we highlight the leading contenders vying for the top honour. […] The post 2026 AFLW Draft | Race to #1: Emma Charlton appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
PROFILED | 2026 Vic Metro Girls summer squad
THE 2026 Vic Metro Girls summer squad has 25 players between the top-age (2008-born) and bottom-age (2009-born) draft crops. Having won the past two titles at the AFLW Under 18 Championships – and being victorious in three of their four games last season – Vic Metro will eye off a three-peat at the level. > > […] The post PROFILED | 2026 Vic Metro Girls summer squad appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
NT Talent Time: Buffs youngsters hit the top flight
THREE Darwin youngsters played their first Men’s Premier League (MPL) games for the season in Round 16, with one making their debut. Northern Territory Under 16 squad member Roger Baxter was handed his maiden top flight cap, picking up five touches in the heavy loss to St Mary’s on Saturday. > > MPL Round 16: Match […] The post NT Talent Time: Buffs youngsters hit the top flight appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Stats Report | 2025/26 NTFL MPL: Round 16
ST MARY’S import Jackson Braunthal filled his boots in Round 16 of the NTFL Men’s Premier League, as the Green Machine notched a thumping win over Darwin. Among his league-high 38 disposals, Braunthal registered top-five hauls for kicks (24), handballs (14), marks (nine), and inside 50s (seven). > > ROUND WRAP: Tigers roar into second chance […] The post Stats Report | 2025/26 NTFL MPL: Round 16 appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Tasmania confirms inaugural VFLW squad
TASMANIA Devils have locked in their VFL Women’s squad for the upcoming 2026 season, confirming the 38-player roster via Instagram yesterday. The squad will feature a host of local players including ex-AFLW talents who are returning to state league level, as well as some interstate draft hopefuls from across the country. > > SCROLL for the […] The post Tasmania confirms inaugural VFLW squad appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Preseason Q&A: Koby LeCras (West Perth)
WEST Australian draft prospect Koby LeCras grew up a West Coast supporter, where his uncle Mark forged an impressive 219-game career. His father Brent also played six games at North Melbourne, though the 192cm forward is not officially tied to either club. LeCras possesses similar goalkicking prowess to his uncle, presenting as a mobile marking […] The post Preseason Q&A: Koby LeCras (West Perth) appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
2026 AFLW Draft | Race to #1: Bailee Martin
WHILE the 2026 AFLW Draft crop is shaping up to be one of the deepest in recent years, there is no shortage of premium talent at the pointy end. In the return of our Race to #1 series but this time for the women’s draft, we highlight the leading contenders vying for the top honour. […] The post 2026 AFLW Draft | Race to #1: Bailee Martin appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
PROFILED | 2026 Vic Country Girls summer squad
THE 2026 Vic Country Girls summer squad has 25 players between the top-age (2008-born) and bottom-age (2009-born) draft crops. Having won one match from four games last season at the AFLW Under 18 Championships – a victory against the Allies in Round 1 – Vic Country will be looking to build on that in 2026. […] The post PROFILED | 2026 Vic Country Girls summer squad appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Johnson’s heroics keeps Jackies alive
DESPITE being undermanned in a crucial National Basketball League (NBL) clash on Sunday afternoon, Tasmania JackJumpers were able to pull out a win over the New Zealand Breakers on the back of a scoring explosion from David Johnson. The two teams are currently vying for the same spot on the ladder, with the JackJumpers occupying […] The post Johnson’s heroics keeps Jackies alive appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
2026 AFLW Draft Q&A: Mel Grage (Perth)
TENACIOUS small forward Mel Grage had a breakout year in 2025, surpassing even the bottom-ager’s expectations. Only predicting she’d run out for Perth in the Rogers Cup, Grage finished the season as a lock in the League side, as well as representing Western Australia on the national stage. Now back in the WA summer squad, […] The post 2026 AFLW Draft Q&A: Mel Grage (Perth) appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
