“Fitter” Butterworth keen to make impact
WHILE many people might have been digging in around the dining table over the Christmas break, Dandenong Stingrays forward Sophie Butterworth was digging in out on the track. The top-age forward came back to preseason training by her own admission “struggling”, so she set herself a goal of changing that over the Summer break and […]
Waratah snaps 23-year NTFL flag drought
THE sleeping giant arose on Saturday night when Waratah won its 16th NTFL Men’s Premier League flag, snapping a 23-year premiership drought in the process. The Tahs’ were the last of the remaining eight sides at the turn of the new century to win a premiership after defeating Southern Districts by 18 points at TIO […]
Queen Ants march to second flag in three years
PINT lived up to its regular season expectations by toppling Waratah in the NTFL Women’s Premier League Grand Final on Saturday and marching to its second flag in three seasons. The Queen Ants had a battle on their hands early, but kicked away after that, slamming home seven goals to one over the next two […]
South Australia announces AFLW U16s squad
SOUTH Australia finalised its 30-player squad for next month’s two AFL Women’s Under 16 Championship matches yesterday. The Croweaters had named an extended squad last year, but following an internal trial match, SANFL Female Talent Coordinator and coach Bek McMahon and her team narrowed down the squad to 30. The Croweaters take on Vic Metro […]
Preview | WAFLW R2: AFLW Academy reps return
WESTERN Australia’s two AFLW Academy members are back in their respective sides for Round 2 of the WAFL Women’s, as the third – Kaitlyn Srhoj – unfortunately misses due to injury. We take a look at the four games played across two days this weekend including three tomorrow.
2023 Coates Talent League R1 preview: Tasmania Devils vs. GIANTS Academy
A NEW name, and a new era of elite female footballing pathways begins tomorrow on the eastern seaboard, with Round 1 of the Coates Talent League kicking off for season 2023. Previously NAB League, the Coates Talent League begins with a four-game round, and welcomes the NSW-ACT academies into the fold. Each week we will […]
Pioneers identify the need for speed
A SHIFT in focus is what earned the Bendigo Pioneers a historic finals appearance last season, and another is in store for 2023. Head coach Danny O’Bree says the regional talent program has identified a need for speed as it looks to cater towards having another slew of graduates drafted to the AFL. With the […]
On and off-field growth the key for GWV
GREATER Western Victoria (GWV) Rebels coach Sally Riley is all about not worrying. Like anyone who is in competitive sport, winning is enjoyable, but understanding that mistakes are okay is what will help build the growth at the Ballarat-based Coates Talent League club. There is plenty to like about a young Rebels outfit who play […]
Top-agers taking charge at the Falcons
TIES between Geelong’s footballing pathways and the elite level have arguably never been stronger, especially after four of the Cats’ six total draftees in 2022 were taken out of the local Falcons program. In 2023, the next generation of Falcons are looking to take a path well traveled by en route to the AFL. Coach […]
Get to know AFLW’s fresh faces from the Emerald Isle
LÁ Fhéile Pádraig Daoibh! Or for those of you not familiar with Gaelic, happy St Patrick’s Day! Today is St Patrick’s Day, the national day of the Republic of Ireland, and to celebrate, let us take a look at the latest AFLW coups from the Emerald Isle set to grace our footy fields in 2023. […]
Preview | SANFLW R4: AFLW talent returns
AFTER a well-earned break for Adelaide Cup weekend, the SANFL Women’s sides return to the field for Round 4. This weekend marks the return of AFLW talent to the state league, and while some had already been running around in the opening three weeks, a more extensive list of names will be back in club […]
Laila Lappin’ up the “awesome” experiences
AFTER an extended preseason and a later start date, Greater Western Victoria (GWV) Rebels key position player Laila Lappin is excited about finally stepping out on the field when the Rebels take on Geelong Falcons tomorrow. The niece of Carlton and St Kilda goalsneak Matthew, Lappin is a member of the Vic Country hub and […]
