Rising Stocks: Steed, Matthews stake first round case
LEO Steed and Ethan Matthews were the stories of the weekend as the Under 18 National Championships got underway. The former co-captained Western Australia to an upset win over title-holders South Australia, while the latter was outstanding as his Allies went down to Vic Country. With both players strengthening their top 15 chances, we highlight […]
Scouting Notes: Streaking Jets kick clear of Chargers
WESTERN Jets extended their winning streak to five games after defeating Oakleigh by 40 points in Werribee on Sunday. The Round 13 clash was closely contested throughout the first half, with Western made to overcome a quarter time deficit to take the lead. The Jets never looked back and slammed home four unanswered goals in […]
2026 AFLW U18s Player Focus: Matilda Lange (Allies)
THE Allies kicked away at the end to run over the top of Vic Country by 18 points in wet conditions at Blacktown International Sportspark, and one player was almost entirely responsible for how they did it. Matilda Lange was the undisputed best on ground, racking up 28 disposals at 82.3 per cent kicking efficiency. […]
2026 Talent League Girls Player Focus: Alira Barnard-Rossely (Eastern Ranges)
EASTERN Ranges secured a 19-point victory over the Sandringham Dragons in Round 11 of the Talent League Girls, running out 6.13 (49) to 4.6 (30) winners. While the Ranges were impressive across the board, it was the relentless accumulation and driving play of bottom-ager Alira Barnard-Rossely that stood out above all else. The dynamic 167cm […]
Scouting Notes: 2026 AFLW U18s – Vic Metro vs. Queensland
VIC METRO’s five goals to nil first half against Queensland was ultimately the difference in the game, with four of those majors coming in the opening term setting up the side for a fantastic start to the 2026 AFLW Under 18 Championships. Metro came away with the 10.9 (69) to 5.3 (33) win at GMHBA […]
Scouting Notes: Ranges run riot to sink Sandringham
EASTERN Ranges have made amends for their Round 1 Grand Final rematch loss, defeating Sandringham Dragons by 66 points in their Round 13 clash on Saturday. The Ranges burst out of the blocks with six goals to one in the opening term and consolidated in the second half to take home a comfortably victory. In […]
Scouting Notes: Knights kick away from Cannons
NORTHERN Knights chalked up their ninth consecutive win of the Talent League season, outlasting Calder to salute by 35 points in Craigieburn on Saturday. Several of the Knights’ Vic Metro squad members were out to impress on the eve of their representative campaign, while an Essendon Next-Generation Academy (NGA) member made his long-awaited return from […]
2026 Talent League Girls R11 notes: Eastern Ranges vs. Sandringham Dragons
EASTERN Ranges overcame blustery conditions and a host of first-choice players out to defeat Sandringham Dragons by 19 points, 6.13 (49) to 4.6 (30) at the Kennedy Community Centre for Round 11 of the Talent League Girls competition. With Vic Metro kicking off its campaign over the weekend, both sides were without a number of […]
VFLW R5 wrap: Cats claw past Dogs in Friday night thriller
GEELONG has secured a thrilling one-point victory over the Western Bulldogs under Friday night lights at Whitten Oval, with the Cats holding off a fast-finishing home side in a tense final term to claim their second win of the season, 4.6 (30) to 4.5 (29). In a highly contested battle where momentum ebbed and flowed, […]
Scouting Notes: 2026 AFLW U18s – Western Australia vs. South Australia
SOUTH Australia controlled play for the entire first half to set up a huge 52-point win over Western Australia on day one of the AFLW Under 18 Championships. The Sandgropers fought back to win the second half, but it was a case of too little, too late, going down 12.6 (78) to 4.2 (26). We […]
Recruitment drive: Fresh Saints faces forge new path
ST KILDA will lay claim to its own reserves side for the first time since 1999 this year. After ceasing their alignment with Sandringham Zebras, who have also driven a strong recruiting campaign, the Saints have built their new VFL list with a focus on youth development and establishing culture. >> RECRUITMENT DRIVE: Sandringham | […]
EVERY CLUB | 2025 AFLW Draft team reviews
THE DUST has settled on this year’s AFLW Draft, which saw 60 players find new homes in Monday night’s event at Marvel Stadium. Across the last few days, Rookie Me Central has been unpacking each club’s respective hauls, revealing how they came together and granting a final grade. Click on the corresponding links below to […]
2025 AFLW Draft review: Western Bulldogs
COMPLETING our team-by-team review of the 2025 AFLW Draft, the Western Bulldogs also made just the minimum two selections, with a couple of draft bolters at their respective selections. One National Academy member who was gaining plenty of interest late had the trigger pulled in the first round, while a complete bolter thanks to her […]
2025 AFLW Draft review: West Coast
WEST Coast managed to secure the local young star, while also adding another exciting talent in the form of a Victorian utility in what was a relatively small draft crop after a huge one in 2024. The Eagles made finals for the first time and will be looking to build on that effort next season […]
Tasmanian AFLW list build concessions revealed
TASMANIA’S AFLW list build concessions have been revealed, with clubs informed on Wednesday of the Devils’ initial trade and draft mechanics. Set to enter the women’s competition in 2028, Tasmania will have exclusive access to local talent, on top of several draft handouts and unique free agency rules. >> SCROLL to see the full list […]
2025 AFLW Draft review: Sydney
SYDNEY managed to keep three homegrown Academy prospects despite having to let one go to crosstown rivals, GWS. The Swans had three top 20 talents within their ranks, and while Kiera Yerbury was the one left out of the three with only two possible bid matches, Sydney addressed a couple of key position spots, as […]
2025 AFLW Draft review: St Kilda
THERE was a clear focus on strength and power both around the ball and across the field for St Kilda at Monday night’s AFLW Draft. All five of the Saints’ selections boast physicality and strength, while also covering each of the three lines. >> EVERY PICK: National Draft>> 100+ PROFILES: View the 2025 AFLW Draft Guide DRAFT HAUL Pick […]
2025 AFLW Draft review: Richmond
RICHMOND traded up to Pick 1 from Pick 4 to take any fate out of the equation and select the player they felt would suit the club best from a trio of available options. While tossing up between a few names, they landed on a West Australian key forward who fits a clear need, before […]
2025 AFLW Draft review: Port Adelaide
PORT Adelaide paired up a couple of close mates in its 2025 AFL Women’s Draft haul, with two National Academy members heading to Alberton to stock up even more talent. A local high-end prospect alongside a naturally gifted West Australian saw the Power bring in a couple of A grade players at great value. >> EVERY […]
Trengove keen on Collingwood culture
EXCITEMENT was the overriding emotion for new Collingwood draftee Imogen Trengove after being selected with pick eight in Monday night’s intake at Marvel Stadium. Speaking the following morning, the South Australian expressed her gratitude in being selected for such a historically significant club. >> EVERY PICK: 2025 AFLW Draft “When my name was read out […]
Rising Stocks: Steed, Matthews stake first round case
LEO Steed and Ethan Matthews were the stories of the weekend as the Under 18 National Championships got underway. The former co-captained Western Australia to an upset win over title-holders South Australia, while the latter was outstanding as his Allies went down to Vic Country. With both players strengthening their top 15 chances, we highlight […]
Scouting Notes: Streaking Jets kick clear of Chargers
WESTERN Jets extended their winning streak to five games after defeating Oakleigh by 40 points in Werribee on Sunday. The Round 13 clash was closely contested throughout the first half, with Western made to overcome a quarter time deficit to take the lead. The Jets never looked back and slammed home four unanswered goals in […]
2026 AFLW U18s Player Focus: Matilda Lange (Allies)
THE Allies kicked away at the end to run over the top of Vic Country by 18 points in wet conditions at Blacktown International Sportspark, and one player was almost entirely responsible for how they did it. Matilda Lange was the undisputed best on ground, racking up 28 disposals at 82.3 per cent kicking efficiency. […]
2026 Talent League Girls Player Focus: Alira Barnard-Rossely (Eastern Ranges)
EASTERN Ranges secured a 19-point victory over the Sandringham Dragons in Round 11 of the Talent League Girls, running out 6.13 (49) to 4.6 (30) winners. While the Ranges were impressive across the board, it was the relentless accumulation and driving play of bottom-ager Alira Barnard-Rossely that stood out above all else. The dynamic 167cm […]
Scouting Notes: 2026 AFLW U18s – Vic Metro vs. Queensland
VIC METRO’s five goals to nil first half against Queensland was ultimately the difference in the game, with four of those majors coming in the opening term setting up the side for a fantastic start to the 2026 AFLW Under 18 Championships. Metro came away with the 10.9 (69) to 5.3 (33) win at GMHBA […]
Scouting Notes: Ranges run riot to sink Sandringham
EASTERN Ranges have made amends for their Round 1 Grand Final rematch loss, defeating Sandringham Dragons by 66 points in their Round 13 clash on Saturday. The Ranges burst out of the blocks with six goals to one in the opening term and consolidated in the second half to take home a comfortably victory. In […]
Scouting Notes: Knights kick away from Cannons
NORTHERN Knights chalked up their ninth consecutive win of the Talent League season, outlasting Calder to salute by 35 points in Craigieburn on Saturday. Several of the Knights’ Vic Metro squad members were out to impress on the eve of their representative campaign, while an Essendon Next-Generation Academy (NGA) member made his long-awaited return from […]
2026 Talent League Girls R11 notes: Eastern Ranges vs. Sandringham Dragons
EASTERN Ranges overcame blustery conditions and a host of first-choice players out to defeat Sandringham Dragons by 19 points, 6.13 (49) to 4.6 (30) at the Kennedy Community Centre for Round 11 of the Talent League Girls competition. With Vic Metro kicking off its campaign over the weekend, both sides were without a number of […]
