Queensland confirms 2026 AFLW U18s squad
QUEENSLAND has named a stacked lineup for the 2026 AFLW Under 18 Championships that includes players from across four different birth years. Already boasting a host of top-age National Academy members, the Maroons have included some over-agers, bottom-agers and even a few double bottom-agers who are coming off the National Development Championships. While having both […]
2026 Talent League Girls Review: Brisbane Lions Academy
THE Brisbane Lions Academy entered the 2026 Coates Talent League Girls season with a formidable squad, blending elite top-age draft prospects with some of the most exciting bottom-age talent in the country. Their campaign was characterised by dominant midfield performances, high-scoring victories, and a relentless work rate across the ground. 2026 Season Recap The Lions […]
2026 Talent League Girls R7 notes: Lions Academy vs. Eastern Ranges
BRISBANE Lions Academy completed its 2026 Talent League Girls campaign undefeated with a hard-fought win over reigning premiers Eastern Ranges. The defeat marked back-to-back losses for the Ranges after they fell to the Swans the week before, though they did start promisingly enough at Brighton Homes Arena, booting three goals to one in the first […]
2026 Talent League Girls Player Focus: Kya Wills-Rawlings (Brisbane Lions Academy)
KYA Wills-Rawlings was a constant presence on the wing for the Brisbane Lions Academy in their 10.9 (69) to 5.7 (37) victory over the Eastern Ranges in Round 7. The talented prospect showcased her elite athletic traits, combining speed and endurance to rack up 29 disposals and provide relentless run and carry. Winning 24 of […]
2026 Talent League Girls R6 notes: Gippsland Power vs. Brisbane Lions Academy
BRISBANE Lions Academy’s dominant stint in the Talent League Girls continued over the weekend with a 48-point victory over Murray Bushrangers at La Trobe University in Bundoora. The Round 6 contest saw the Lions race out to a five-goal lead at half-time, but squandered a number of chances that could have increased the margin. Still, […]
Rising Sun wins AFLW U16s BnF as AA team is announced
GOLD Coast Suns Academy star Lily Moana was rewarded with a remarkable AFLW Under 16 Championships by taking out the overall carnival best and fairest. She was front and centre in the Suns Academy’s two massive wins over Tasmania and Vic Country, averaging around 24 disposals, nine inside 50s and six clearances. The Suns ball-winner […]
Scouting Notes: 2026 AFLW U16s – Western Australia vs. Lions Academy
ENSURING it would turn the tables on a Round 1 loss, Western Australia finished the 2026 AFLW Under 16 Championships with an even ledger after accounting for Brisbane Lions Academy at Shepley Oval on Friday. The Sandgropers made the most of their chances inside 50 with eight goals from 37 entries compared to the Lions […]
