COMPLETING our team-by-team review of the 2025 AFLW Draft, the Western Bulldogs also made just the minimum two selections, with a couple of draft bolters at their respective selections. One National Academy member who was gaining plenty of interest late had the trigger pulled in the first round, while a complete bolter thanks to her last few months saw an explosive Jet get her opportunity as well.

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DRAFT HAUL

Pick 14. Mizuki Brothwell
Pick 45. Charlie O’Connor Moreira

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The Bulldogs followed the trend of picking players with nice athletic traits in one way or another, while also grabbing a pair of prospects with terrific defensive elements. Brothwell was tipped to go in the top 30 – and possibly first-round – so the Dogs took no chances with the selection when Pick 14 came around to add her to the team list.

Brothwell reads the play superbly and is an effective kick off half-back, having risen up the ranks since only starting football a few years ago. Alongside twin sister Nalu, the Brothwell’s have really elevated their standing within the draft crop. Now at Whitten Oval, Brothwell can provide that defensive cover and an aerial threat from half-back, having a good all-round game for a relative newcomer to the game.

O’Connor Moreira was largely unheard of six months ago, but after an injury setback and ripping local form, she came into the Jets side and dominated off a wing. She racked up the ball with ease, and showed off her explosive speed and aerial ability. With elite defensive pressure to-boot, the late State Draft Combine invitee also displayed her aggressive nature once she crosses the white line.

Dominating at the Draft Combine was the final box ticked for O’Connor Moreira who is taken on her raw traits and rate of development over a short span of time. She will look to further round out her execution at the Dogs, but has some traits that are very hard to teach.

GRADE: B

The Western Bulldogs grabbed a couple of surprises at their respective picks, but they are very exciting players who have those AFLW qualities. The Dogs have a fairly well-rounded squad at the moment, so adding the two to bring in further defensive pressure – along with recruit Mikala Cann – shows a clear path that coach Tam Hyett is taking the group.