AFLW Draft review: Melbourne
MELBOURNE will field a new-look line-up in 2019, suffering a loss of players to expansion clubs, North Melbourne and Geelong. With only five spots (they passed one pick) in the draft, the Demons had to pick their players carefully. What they needed: Midfielders to aid the loss of Daisy Pearce (inactive) and Richelle Cranston […]
AFLW Draft review: GWS Giants
THIS year, the Giants took a massive leap forward in their development, but with the emergence of the expansion clubs, their forward line has been hit hard. Luckily enough, the Giants have drafted young gun Alyce Parker, who will no doubt have a presence in the midfield. However, there were many holes to fill in Greater […]
AFL Draft Central November 2018 Power Rankings: 31-45
WITH just two weeks until the 2018 AFL National Draft, AFL Draft Central is counting down by naming our top 60 players to watch out for in the draft with our final Power Rankings for the year. We have extended it from 35 to 60 just to throw out some names that might have flown […]
AFLW Draft review: Geelong
THE Cats trusted in their local talent, drafting six players from either the TAC Cup Girls or Victorian Football League (VFL) Women’s team ahead of their inaugural season. Two players were drafted from the Greater Western Victoria (GWV) Rebels, while one hailed from the Murray Bushrangers. After making it to the VFLW Grand Final, coach, […]
AFL Draft Central November 2018 Power Rankings: 46-60
WITH just two weeks until the 2018 AFL National Draft, AFL Draft Central is counting down by naming our top 60 players to watch out for in the draft with our final Power Rankings for the year. We have extended it from 35 to 60 just to throw out some names that might have flown […]
Weekend previews: NTFL – Round 5
IN a Super Saturday today, Waratah will look to defend its top-four spot against St Marys, as Southern Districts continue their undefeated season against the Wanderers. A battle for second place will see Darwin Buffaloes take on an in-form Nightcliff, followed by a fight to get off the bottom of the ladder between Tiwi Bombers […]
Taking opportunities pays off for Katie Lynch
IN the midst of Year 12, Katie Lynch had a lot on her plate. She featured in the TAC Cup Girls competition, represented Vic Metro, played for Collingwood in the Victorian Football League (VFL) Women’s competition and balanced school sport commitments as well. Although it was a difficult situation to be in for Lynch, she […]
Cavarra and Saywell top combine performers across nation
WITH just a few weeks until the 2018 AFL National Draft, hopefuls across the country are waiting in anticipation to have their names called out on November 22-23. After a long, but hopefully rewarding season, players were invited to either National, State or Rookie Me combines depending on the level of interest from clubs. Players […]
AFLW Draft review: Fremantle
THE Dockers were ruthless again this year with their delistings, deciding to throw all their hopes in this year’s draft. The Dockers seem to target midfielders and half-back flankers to give the team some much-wanted speed. However, some talented Western Australian players opted to travel interstate, and this lost talent would have been useful for the Fremantle […]
AFLW Draft review: Collingwood
COLLINGWOOD was hit the hardest in the AFL Women’s off-season, losing many experienced players to other clubs. Moana Hope, Christina Bernardi, Jess Duffin, Jasmine Garner, Emma King and Amelia Barden will all be playing at different clubs in 2019, while retirees, Meg Hutchins, Bree White and Caitlyn Edwards will also be a big loss for […]
Weekend previews: NTFL Women’s – Round 5
ROUND 5 of the Northern Territory Football League (NTFL) Women’s Premier League sees a couple of weaker sides being tested against the competition’s strongest forces. Firstly, Southern Districts will take on the Wanderers, while at Gardens Oval, Waratah will do battle against St Marys. Then, Nightcliff will take on the Buffettes and in the only […]
Third time’s a charm for Paige Parker
PAIGE Parker has had a challenging journey to the top, missing out on the heading to the Lions through the rookie draft two years in a row. This year, Parker finally emerged from the senior draft as Brisbane’s first round selection at pick nine. “I started playing for Coorparoo, then tried out for the Lions,” she […]
