Great Scott itching to get back
A QUICK turnaround back into the swing of NAB League Girls football has been ideal for Paige Scott. The GWV Rebels goal machine says she has been “itching” to return after a stellar bottom-age campaign, in which she topped the Under 19 National Championships goalkicking charts, and won a final off her own boot for […]
PODCAST | Game Sense – Episode 5
THE fifth episode of GAME SENSE is out now. The latest Australian rules football podcast sees host and Rookie Me Central AFL/W Draft Editor Michael Alvaro, join Chief Editor Peter Williams and women’s football analyst Alyce Collett on Game Sense. Episode five features interviews from three rising NAB League Girls stars and previews of all […]
New look Devils have their eyes on the prize
FOLLOWING a strong season which ended in a disappointing exit from last year’s finals, the Tasmania Devils are returning for another crack at the NAB League Girls premiership. However, things will look a little different this season, with a new coach at the helm and a fresh outlook that will make the pre-season scouting quite […]
Jets “in a good place” ahead of season 2022
WESTERN Jets have long had what has been tagged as a young list poised for future success. The future may well be now, as a couple of top prospects lead the way for a squad which is “in a good place” heading into next season. After the challenge of coaching across a stop-start 2021 campaign, […]
Nelson ready to hit the ground running
GROWTH is the word to describe Phoebe Nelson‘s preseason, in more ways than one. The Northern Knights running machine has shot up to 180cm and has been making strides in her skill development. On top of that, the winger showcased her strong endurance base at the NAB League Girls testing event with a team-best yo-yo […]
Chargers “ready to go” ahead of premiership defence
SUCCESS breeds success, and 2021 NAB League Girls premiers, Oakleigh Chargers will be out to prove exactly that. Their latest campaign, set to open on Sunday at La Trobe University, comes quickly on the back of a scintillating flag tilt which saw a handful of players drafted come last July. Regional talent operations lead Jy […]
Hurley set for full footy focus in 2022
HAVING completed her Year 12 studies in 2021, Sandringham Dragons standout Sofia Hurley is set to enjoy a gap year in 2022. That’s not to say she’s putting her feet up. The midfield maestro stamped herself a top draft prospect in her cohort after a dazzling bottom-age season, in which she represented Vic Metro at […]
Hart to “make the most” out of 2022
AFTER an eye-catching 2021 NAB League Girls season, Oakleigh Chargers‘ Lily Hart is determined to take her game to another level in 2022. In her debut season after not managing a game in the shortened two-game 2020 season for the Chargers, Hart played all 11 matches for the premiers. She featured in their successful side […]
Hamilton balances footy with school
HAILING from the regional New South Wales city of Wagga Wagga, Murray Bushrangers‘ Zara Hamilton is no stranger to travel. The hard-running wing had an outstanding season in her bottom-age year last year, and is also a member of the GIANTS Academy. Her story is one of determination, overcoming long drives and juggling her fledgling […]
Pios excited about athleticism and depth
LUCKY not to be too interrupted over the preseason thus far, Bendigo Pioneers Girls senior coach Danny O’Bree has his “fingers crossed” about the upcoming season. Bolstering a new-look list with plenty of talent across various age groups he is ready to unleash on the NAB League Girls competition, O’Bree said it would be great […]
