AFLW previews: Round 2
AFTER an interesting first round of matches, AFLW sides are looking for ways to either improve or consolidate on their efforts from week one. Each week AFL Draft Central will preview the weekend’s matches and look ahead to what is set to be an entertaining sequel to the inaugural 2017 season. GWS vs. Carlton Friday […]
Team selection: AFLW – Round 2
The AFLW teams are in, and the most speculated change of the week has occured in tonight’s team selection, with Collingwood’s Moana Hope making her way out of the round two side. But she is not the only one to sit out the match in Perth, with the Magpies making another three omissions to their […]
Young pups shine on big stage
When Alicia Eva departed Collingwood in the AFLW Trade Period, the Pies leapfrogged the Bulldogs, to hold the number one draft pick. That all changed when former Bulldog, Jaimee Lambert requested a trade to Collingwood. The Bulldogs originally had three first-round picks in the 2017 AFLW National Draft, but had to give Collingwood picks three and […]
Team of the Week: AFLW – Round 1
THERE were many highlights across the board in an entertaining opening round of AFLW. Promising debutants and experienced superstars showcased their talent, and we kept our eye on all of them. Each week, we will compile the AFL Draft Central Team of the Week, where the best 22 players of the round get a spot, […]
AFLW previews: Round 1
AFTER a busy few months of training following the conclusion of the VFLW season, eight AFLW sides are primed and ready to tackle 2018 as they strive for the ultimate goal – a premiership. Each week AFL Draft Central will preview the weekend’s matches and look ahead to what is set to be an entertaining […]
Young talent on show in AFLW
Julia Montesano & Taylah Melki WITH the second AFLW season kicking off; more hype, talent and excitement surrounds the competition. The marquee players will play their role once again, but this year it is all about showcasing the young talent of the league. This AFLW preview looks at some of the top stars in the […]
Six clubs to join VFL Women’s in 2018
SIX clubs – including five AFL aligned sides will join the Swiss Wellness VFL Women’s competition in 2018 to assist with the growth of the women’s game and expansion of AFLW in 2019-20. AFL Victoria announced it had granted licences to Carlton, Collingwood, Essendon, Richmond and St Kilda, as well as VFL standalone club Williamstown, […]
Talent on show at inaugural AFLW combine
THE inaugural NAB AFL Women’s Draft Combine has been completed, with a strong contingent of players taking part in the testing at Etihad Stadium. While possible number one pick Chloe Molloy sat out the testing due to injury, fellow TAC Cup best and fairest winner Bridie Kennedy shone on the big stage. She topped the […]
Life of a Footballer: Chloe Molloy’s flag dream
Life of a footballer is a personal insight by Calder Cannons and Diamond Creek footballer Chloe Molloy. The Life of a Footballer series follows on from last year’s edition which saw Bendigo Pioneers’ midfielder Jamieson Sheahan provide us insights into the inner workings of a TAC Cup club. In 2017, Chloe Molloy has joined the AFL […]
Personal growth in 2017 important for Chloe Molloy
AFTER turning down a basketball scholarship in the USA, it was always going to be all or nothing for teenager Chloe Molloy when it came to football. Named as the TAC Cup Girls’ league best and fairest, sharing the award alongside Dandenong Stingrays’ Bride Kennedy, the Calder Cannons’ forward was a clear standout in the inaugural […]
