Michael Alvaro
Stats Report | 2025/26 NTFL MPL: Round 13
THE NORTHERN Territory Football League (NTFL) returned from its Christmas break over the weekend, with several St Mary’s stars shining in a big win over Tiwi. Captain Dylan Landt was in rare form as he led the league for disposals (41), kicks (26), handballs (15) and goals (five) in Round 13, according to Knight Vision […]
Emerging crop: Vic Metro’s 2027 midfielders
AS IS often the case, Vic Metro is set to boast a wealth of high-class midfield options in 2027. Evidenced by the Under 16 squad of 2025, the embarrassment of riches will likely run deep for years to come. For all the crop’s individual talent, a great quality of the group is the willingness of […]
NTFL WPL: PINT punishes wayward Crocs
PINT has strengthened its standing among the Women’s Premier League top three after defeating fellow finals contender Southern Districts by eight points as the NTFL returned on Saturday. The Queenants left it late, but were able to exact revenge for their Round 4 loss against the Crocs. >> SCROLL for the results, ladder and fixture […]
2026 AFL Draft spotlight: South’s star midfielders
SOUTH Adelaide has long produced some of South Australia’s finest footballers. Recently, the Panthers have had their talent program headed up by Mark Clayton, who has been appointed Port Adelaide’s academies coach. Before him, current South Australian Under 18 mentor Tony Bamford was in charge. It’s no wonder, then, that the club boasts three of […]
NTFL MPL: Crocs crush Greenants, reclaim top spot
SOUTHERN Districts has snatched top spot off PINT after thumping the Greenants by 71 points at TIO Stadium on Saturday evening. The Crocs’ third-consecutive victory saw them take advantage of PINT’s recent falter on either side of the break, having headed in off a draw with third-place Nightcliff. >> SCROLL for the results, ladder and […]
EVERY CLUB | 2025 AFLW Draft team reviews
THE DUST has settled on this year’s AFLW Draft, which saw 60 players find new homes in Monday night’s event at Marvel Stadium. Across the last few days, Rookie Me Central has been unpacking each club’s respective hauls, revealing how they came together and granting a final grade. Click on the corresponding links below to […]
Tasmanian AFLW list build concessions revealed
TASMANIA’S AFLW list build concessions have been revealed, with clubs informed on Wednesday of the Devils’ initial trade and draft mechanics. Set to enter the women’s competition in 2028, Tasmania will have exclusive access to local talent, on top of several draft handouts and unique free agency rules. >> SCROLL to see the full list […]
Inaugural Tasmania Devils VFL squad revealed
TASMANIA Devils’ inaugural VFL squad has been announced, featuring 48 players keen to don the iconic bottle green guernsey next year. The headline signings include several former AFL-listed players, along with a host of young local talent from both local reaches and interstate. >> SCROLL to see the full squad Ex-Sydney trio Robbie Fox, Caleb […]
Trengove keen on Collingwood culture
EXCITEMENT was the overriding emotion for new Collingwood draftee Imogen Trengove after being selected with pick eight in Monday night’s intake at Marvel Stadium. Speaking the following morning, the South Australian expressed her gratitude in being selected for such a historically significant club. >> EVERY PICK: 2025 AFLW Draft “When my name was read out […]
Johnstone’s draft day like few others
BOOM Essendon recruit Maggie Johnstone experienced a frantic draft day on Monday, which culminated in her name being called out at pick 10. The South Warrnambool export earned a late invite to the live event at Marvel Stadium, making for a race against the clock and reassurance she would be picked up. >> EVERY PICK: […]
Adelaide-bound Bown ready to meet high standards
ADELAIDE draftee Chloe Bown is a born winner, and took out just about every individual award imaginable throughout her top-age campaign. It is only fitting, then, that the Oakleigh Chargers graduate has ended up at arguably the most successful club in AFLW history. >> EVERY PICK: 2025 AFLW Draft Speaking to media on the morning […]
Giants duo stoked to join orange team
“STOKED” was a common word used between new Greater Western Sydney (GWS) recruits Scarlett Johnson and Kiera Yerbury in the immediate aftermath of being drafted. Selected with picks two and three respectively, the pair are both extremely keen to add to the club’s young talent. >> EVERY PICK: 2025 AFLW Draft Having previously been pegged […]