Exam or no exam, I’m getting drafted today
THERE are many dominant midfielders in this year’s AFL Women’s Draft, but Alyce Parker may be the best. The athletic machine has been smashing various youth girls competition for the last three years, each time with All Australian honours. She is the one player the state of New South Wales (NSW) has been waiting for, […]
Taking opportunities pays off for Katie Lynch
IN the midst of Year 12, Katie Lynch had a lot on her plate. She featured in the TAC Cup Girls competition, represented Vic Metro, played for Collingwood in the Victorian Football League (VFL) Women’s competition and balanced school sport commitments as well. Although it was a difficult situation to be in for Lynch, she […]
Opportunity becomes a reality for Webster
REBECCA Webster first joined TAC Cup Girls side, the Murray Bushrangers as a 14 year-old. At that point in time, Webster admits the opportunity to play in a nationwide female Australian Rules competition was looking unlikely. But four years later, the 18 year-old is living out her dream; drafted by Geelong at pick seven. “I’m […]
Collingwood draftee, Jordyn Allen “couldn’t think of a better club to be at”
JORDYN Allen had been in contact with a couple of clubs heading into the AFL Women’s Draft. But she had no idea which club would pick her up. The Pies ended up selecting Allen at pick five, and the 18 year-old is overwhelmed about her opportunity to pull on the black and white. “I kind […]
Lifelong footballer Prespakis finally gets to pull on an AFLW jumper
Madison Prespakis’ football journey began at her local club, Romsey as a four year-old. She played Australian Rules with the boys from Auskick level up to Under 14s, where she was told she had to stop playing football. Now, Prespakis has grasped an opportunity she never thought she would receive. She was selected at pick […]
Van De Heuvel ready to become next Jess Duffin
NEW Geelong Cats draftee, Sophie Van De Heuvel is not only a promising footballer. The 18 year-old is also handy with the bat in hand, representing Victoria in cricket this year. Playing under Jess Duffin at Williamstown, who plays in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) for the Melbourne Renegades, has inspired Van De Heuvel […]
First pick, Morrison “super excited” to play for Geelong
TWO years ago, Geelong Falcons midfielder, Nina Morrison had never played football. Now, in the midst of Year 12 studies, the 18 year-old has been the first player selected to play for Geelong’s first AFL Women’s side. She is looking forward to starting at her new club and says other players should be honoured to […]
Season reviews: VFLW – Williamstown
DESPITE four wins and 10 losses this season, Williamstown had plenty of players that stood up at various times during the season. With only one win going into Round 14, the Seagulls stormed home for three consecutive victories to end their season on a high. Position: 11th Win-loss: 4-10 Percentage: 70% Results: Round 1: […]
Season reviews: VFLW – Southern Saints
THE Southern Saints were one of the surprise packages of the season, finishing eighth with only two AFL Women’s player on their list in Lauren Arnell and Laura Attard. Many would have expected the new team to finish on the bottom of the ladder but the Saints snuck away with a few crucial wins, including […]
Season reviews: VFLW – Richmond
RICHMOND started and ended its Victorian Football League (VFL) Women’s season with a win, but fell away in the middle. The Tigers lost every game between their byes, but had some impressive and unexpected wins against the Bulldogs, Melbourne University, Southern Saints, as well as Essendon. With an AFLW team on the horizon, the future […]
