WAFL Player Focus: Hamish Davis (Claremont)
CLAREMONT forward Hamish Davis has announced himself since debuting at WAFL League level, and made a splash in his maiden finals outing over the weekend. His game-high four goals helped the Tigers end East Fremantle’s premiership defence, setting up a semi-final clash with Peel Thunder. While few were high on Western Australia’s depth of draft […]
2024 CTLG Player Focus: Jasmine Sowden (Gippsland Power)
GIPPSLAND Power top-ager Jasmine Sowden had a day out to remember at Highgate Recreation Reserve on Saturday, as the midfielder-forward slotted four goals from 31 disposals in the Power’s big win over Murray Bushrangers. A Vic Country representative, Sowden burst onto the scene last year showing plenty of promise as a bottom-ager and earning a […]
VFL Player Focus: Harvey Langford (Richmond)
JOINT Larke Medal winner Harvey Langford became the latest AFL Draft prospect to audition at state league level after making his Victorian Football League (VFL) debut for Richmond. The Tigers fan acquitted himself well in the senior grade as his new side locked in a Wildcard Round berth. Langford, who has been a dominant force […]
2024 AFLW U18s Player Focus: Sara Howley (Vic Country)
PRODUCING one of the best three-game performances for the national carnival, Vic Country midfielder Sara Howley earned her state’s MVP. In her final game during the win over Western Australia, Howley racked up 31 disposals and eight inside 50s – game-highs – and five clearances – equal game-high – in a clear best on ground […]
Transatlantic Cup Player Focus: Amanda Brosnan (Ireland)
LAST weekend saw the 2024 Transatlantic Cup decided, with Ireland emerging victorious after an enthralling win over the United States. A huge part in the success of the Banshees in that match in particular was their captain Amanda Brosnan. The Kerry native, who plays her Aussie Rules domestically with the Cork Vikings, may not have […]
2024 CTLG Player Focus: Priya Bowering (Tasmania Devils)
SUFFERING a serious case of leather poisoning, Tasmanian bottom-ager Priya Bowering had a day to remember against Calder Cannons on the Apple Isle, racking up 47 disposals in a best on ground performance. The powerful midfielder was everywhere throughout the quarters, picking up double-digit disposals in three of the four quarters and running at a […]
VFL Player Focus: Lucca Grego (Williamstown)
WESTERN Jets’ top draft prospect Lucca Grego got his first opportunity at VFL level on Sunday afternoon, debuting for Williamstown in the Seagulls’ eight-point loss to North Melbourne. The aggressive half-back translated his clean fundamental skills to senior level, making good use of his loose ball opportunities, offensive movements, and even intercept marking moments. We […]
VFL Player Focus: Tom Gillett (Brisbane Lions)
BOTH Queensland clubs have blooded plenty of academy talent through the VFL this year, and Brisbane’s Tom Gillett was the latest to earn a state league debut in Round 18. The ruck-forward booted a team-high three goals as the Lions went down by 35 points in a Q-Clash curtain raiser on Saturday. Gillett, a mobile […]
WAFL Player Focus: Malakai Champion (Subiaco)
ONE of Western Australia’s most dazzling draft prospects, Malakai Champion, got his first taste of senior football for Subiaco on Saturday, impressing with three goals in the Lions’ 19-point win over West Coast. The livewire small forward was emphatic with his impact, working hard to create opportunities for not only himself, but also his teammates […]
