2021 AFL Women’s Trade Wrap: Week 1
AFTER a huge first trade on day one, the AFL Women’s first week of Trade Period slowed to a grinding halt, as just one more trade was completed over the next five days to make two in the opening week. Ahead of the second week of Trade Period, we take a look at the trades […]
Glenelg claims maiden SANFLW premiership with 23-point triumph
GLENELG has claimed its maiden South Australian National Football League (SANFL) Women’s premiership after defeating West Adelaide by 23 points in a hard-fought and memorable grand final yesterday. The Bays lead from start to finish, as Adelaide AFL Women’s star Ebony Marinoff won best on ground honours for a remarkable 31-disposal game. Whilst West Adelaide […]
Bennett enjoying season after “difficult” 2020 season
WHEN your first draft-eligible year rolls around and you are in the State Academy, the AFL Women’s Championships are the pinnacle of state representation. For Claremont’s Emily Bennett, last year – her second in the Academy – was meant to be the year where she tested herself against the best in the country and put […]
Ones to Watch: AFLW Draft eligible surprise packets
EVERY year players produce some out-of-the-box games, but occasionally, those performances stick and become the new norm, helping certain talents put their best foot forward towards the AFL Women’s Draft. In this special edition, we have highlighted 10 players to keep an eye on after piecing together some impressive 2021 seasons. Tahlita Buethke (South Adelaide/South […]
2021 SANFL Women’s Grand Final preview: Glenelg vs. West Adelaide
THE ultimate glory awaits one side in the 2021 South Australian National Football League (SANFL) Women’s Grand Final, with either Glenelg or West Adelaide to be crowned premiers after Saturday’s decider. The two teams ranked second and third on the table, knocking off Norwood in straight sets on their way to the final game of […]
Team-oriented Prenzler “honoured” to lead state
WHEN Sturt teenager Hannah Prenzler was told she would be leading South Australia out against Western Australia at the 2021 AFL Women’s Under 19 Championships, the natural leader said she was equally shocked as she was honoured to be handed the co-captaincy alongside SANFL Women’s teammate, Georgia Swan. “Totally shocked when I got announced captain, […]
Ones to Watch: Non-AFLWU19s VFLW Performers
WHILST the conclusion of the Victorian Football League (VFL) Women’s season is yet to be sorted with two rounds and finals remaining, Draft Central has taken a look at a few of the draft-eligible (2003-born) NAB League Girls players who might have missed out of the AFL Women’s Under 19 Championships, but have looked comfortable […]
SANFL Women’s Preliminary Final wrap: West Adelaide books Grand Final spot
WEST Adelaide has booked its spot in the 2021 South Australian National Football League (SANFL) Women’s Grand Final following a 24-point victory over Norwood on Saturday at Coopers Stadium. The Bloods lead at every break, and secured their first grand final spot to ensure that a first-time premier will be crowned next week. In defeat, […]
Franklin’s “crazy” and “rushed” journey helps fast-track development
THREE years ago, Amy Franklin did not even realise that there was a women’s football club in her area. Had it not been for the chance suggestion from a classmate that Franklin join her local club, then the AFL Women’s National Academy member and State Academy representative might not have ever taken up the code. […]
Schirmer’s smooth transition into midfield
GYPSY Schirmer‘s junior football career has almost gone full circle at South Adelaide. Coming in as a young player a few years ago, Schirmer looked up to the Panthers’ abundance of AFL Women’s talent that led her side to back-to-back flags, and now the draft-eligible teenager has been one of the leaders for the next […]
2021 SANFL Women’s Preliminary Finals preview: Redlegs second chance against in-from Westies
GLENELG is in and one team will secure the second spot this weekend for the following weekend’s 2021 South Australian National Football League (SANFL) Women’s Grand Final. The two teams competing for that spot are Norwood and West Adelaide who go head-to-head at Coopers Stadium tomorrow from 11am local time. NORWOOD vs. WEST ADELAIDE Saturday, […]
No VFLW? No worries, women’s state league action across the country
IN light of Victoria’s Circuit Breaker Lockdown, the Victorian Football League (VFL) Women’s will not take place this weekend in the state. Whilst the fixture might involve tinkering in the future, the only thing for certain is the teams will not be competing over the weekend of May 29-30, as the lockdown takes full effect. […]
