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Gippsland Power<\/h5>
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#7<\/strong> Brooke Kelly<\/a>
Forward | 168cm | 17\/08\/2009<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 12 disposals, 2 marks, 2 tackles, 2 clearances, 1 inside 50, 1 goal, 7 behinds<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It was a potential massive day at the office had the double bottom-ager found her range, but clearly with seven behinds from eight scoring shots, it was just a case of bad luck and inaccuracy. The left-footer was entitled to most of the shots she took, and there were a few that were not far off including a poster. Her sidestep in traffic is a trait that stands out, and she is a promising talent for the future as an Under 16s All-Australian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#9<\/strong> Lily Milner<\/a>
Forward\/Midfielder | 172cm | 25\/01\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 19 disposals, 8 tackles, 8 clearances, 5 inside 50s, 2 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Best on ground in the win, Milner provided a nice balance of offensive and defensive traits, applying enormous defensive pressure at the coalface and when rotated forward. Her stoppage work lifted in the match, as did her defensive running capacity that allowed her to win a couple of huge holding the ball free kicks. Has a great technical base and can play across all three lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#10<\/strong> Grace Dillow<\/a>
Midfielder | 167cm | 03\/06\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 20 disposals, 1 mark, 3 tackles, 5 clearances, 4 inside 50s, 2 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Worked well in tandem with Milner when around the ball and showed some slick hands under pressure. A few times she just threw the ball on the boot to clear the danger, but with time and space is effective by foot and can have damaging hurt factor. A facilitator who does her best work with ball in hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#19 <\/strong>Ella Stoddart<\/a>
Defender\/Forward | 174cm | 30\/01\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 16 disposals, 3 marks, 2 tackles, 1 hitouts, 2 clearances, 4 inside 50s, 1 rebound 50, 2 behinds<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Started in defence before moving into attack for the second half as Gippsland was on top, but just a little too inaccurate. She saved an early goal by using her body well one-on-one in the defensive goalsquare, and cleared the danger on a couple of occasions. Though not her natural position after the main break, Stoddart worked into space well and linked up effective with teammates. While she didn’t kick a goal – just one behind from a set shot – she was solid throughout the match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Ella Stoddart looks to burst through traffic. Image credit: Rookie Me Central<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n #29<\/strong> Rebecca Fitzpatrick<\/a>
Defender\/Midfielder | 172cm | 31\/01\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 14 disposals, 3 marks, 2 tackles, 2 inside 50s, 2 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Started on-ball then spent a lot of time in defence, but roamed up the ground to be an option as a kick behind play. Time and time again she mopped up or got into good positions to intercept, and looked to get her side back on the offensive. Has some quick hands under pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#32<\/strong> Abby Hobson<\/a>
Forward | 174cm | 11\/09\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 15 disposals, 4 marks, 3 tackles, 3 inside 50s, 2 goals, 2 behinds<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Becoming somewhat of a first quarter specialist, Hobson was on the board early with the opening goal of the game via a clever snap in the goalsquare. She made it two thanks to a strong mark off good positioning 25m out, converting the subsequent set shot. Really should have had one more in the third term that pushed wide from a relatively straightforward set shot, with her checkside first term snap the other behind. Is a nice field kick up the ground as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#33<\/strong> Maya Crestani<\/a>
Ruck | 184cm | 02\/08\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 8 disposals, 1 mark, 4 tackles, 19 hitouts, 2 clearances, 2 inside 50s, 1 rebound 50<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The athletic ruck showed some great defensive nous to save a goal on the goalline early, and work back to drop into the hole when required. In the ruck, Crestani was able to get first hands to it more often than not and execute some set plays, with her follow-up work and clean hands below her knees effective for a tall in the match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#36 <\/strong>Chelsea Sutton<\/a>
Midfielder\/Forward | 169cm | 16\/11\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 15 disposals, 3 marks, 7 tackles, 4 clearances, 8 inside 50s, 1 rebound 50<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cracked in hard around the ball and provided consistent effort as always. Sutton’s two-way running ability and defensive pressure stands out, and she was able to find the ball all over the field. Strong one-on-one be it in the air or at ground level and plays her role, making teammates better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sandringham Dragons<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#10<\/strong> Macy Watkins<\/a>
Midfielder | 172cm | 24\/05\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 23 disposals, 3 marks, 5 tackles, 8 clearances, 4 inside 50s, 3 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The hard-working midfielder was a constant for the Dragons, showing exceptionally clean hands off the deck and in close to pick the right options through traffic or when being tackled. She got back to help the defence, and also went forward to to influence potential scores, nailing a brilliant pass to Sharp on the lead for a goal assist. The Dragons’ best across four quarters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#28<\/strong> Amy Smith<\/a>
Wing\/Defender | 172cm | 07\/11\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 15 disposals, 6 marks, 4 tackles, 1 clearance, 2 rebound 50s, 1 goal, 1 behind<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Smith’s first half was absolutely enormous, racking up 12 disposals and stretching the field well across the board. The wing worked into defence to mop up, but also knew when to drift forward, finding space to kick a set shot goal late in quarter two. She was doing great work up the other end as well, getting a touch in to stop a potential opposition major, and looked on track for a massive game. Her second half was subdued, with the ball mostly on the other side of the ground, or with Gippsland firmly in control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#29<\/strong> Isla Tucker<\/a>
Defender | 168cm | 11\/07\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 18 disposals, 3 marks, 2 tackles, 1 clearance, 6 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The bottom-age defender just did her thing and was able to be effective coming out of the back 50. She showed courage to be crunched in a tackle after absorbing the heat but bouncing straight up, and was clean by hand or foot. A lot of her touches involved either the kickout or next disposal, looking to clear the danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#44<\/strong> Sienna Sharp<\/a>
Tall Forward | 177cm | 30\/09\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 14 disposals, 8 marks, 5 tackles, 2 hitouts, 1 clearance, 1 inside 50, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Loomed as a dangerous target inside 50, but had to work further afield as the game went on with the Power having ascendancy. She was strong overhead, picked her leading lanes well, and was able to convert a set shot goal in the third term. Sharp lead by example with the skipper also helping out in defence, with one such example being a well-timed spoil on Hobson at the top of the defensive 50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#59<\/strong> Maya Duane<\/a>
Midfielder\/Forward | 180cm | 16\/03\/2009<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 23 disposals, 3 tackles, 1 hitout, 6 clearances, 5 inside 50s, 4 rebound 50s, 1 behind<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another lively performance from the double bottom-age star who found the ball inside and ourside of midfield and used her booming kick to full effect. Duane’s hands out of congestion and ability to extract the ball, burst away and kick clear was very good, even if from the first centre bounce in quarter four she headed the wrong way. One of the best for the Dragons behind Watkins.<\/p>\n
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Tasmania Devils<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div>Bendigo Pioneers<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nTasmania Devils<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#1<\/strong> Mischa Barwin<\/a>
Forward\/Midfielder | 167cm | 04\/12\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 26 disposals, 2 marks, 4 tackles, 6 clearances, 5 inside 50s, 1 rebound 50<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Barwin started the game on-ball and then worked forward where she was able to play in her facilitator role linking between midfield and attack. She possessed some clean hands and a determined nature to back herself at every opportunity, even when caught holding the ball unaware an opponent was closing down on her in her peripherals trying to step around another opponent. Set up a few scoring opportunities and finished off her Coates Talent League Girls season on a high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#9 <\/strong>Mia Anderson<\/a>
Midfielder | 171cm | 14\/02\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 25 disposals, 2 marks, 7 tackles, 5 clearances, 2 inside 50s, 2 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another top-ager who capped off a really productive 2025 season, Anderson was able to influence across the ground and particularly in close where she applied plenty of defensive pressure and extracted the ball time and time again. Anderson’s second and third efforts were a highlight, and her best work was done in tight situations, feeding it out to teammates or making them better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#15<\/strong> Priya Bowering<\/a>
Midfielder\/Defender | 169cm | 02\/01\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 19 disposals, 2 marks, 2 tackles, 3 clearances, 4 inside 50s, 1 rebound 50, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bowering has had bigger games, but still played her role effectively, applying pressure and showed a nice blend of strength and speed. Her ability to arch the back in the defensive half and take off down the ground was outstanding, and she did it a couple of times behind the ball where she utilised her deceptive explosiveness than makes her such a damaging prospect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#22<\/strong> Matilda Lange<\/a>
Midfielder\/Wing | 170cm | 30\/01\/2009<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 30 disposals, 4 marks, 6 tackles, 11 clearances, 8 inside 50s, 2 rebound 50s, 1 behind<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 2009-born prospect showed she will be perfectly ready to take over the midfield reigns when the above three players depart the side for higher levels. Winning our Coates Talent League Girls Palyer of the Week, Lange was massive all match in a clear best on ground performance. A knack for using both sides of her body, being clean and strong on the inside, and running all day was superb. Spent some time on a wing as well in the second half, squeezing up to add a number at the contest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#26<\/strong> Harriet Bingley<\/a>
Forward | 174cm | 23\/03\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 7 disposals, 3 marks, 1 tackle, 1 inside 50, 2 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finished off her season with a couple of third quarter goals in what was a quieter game, but one where she maximised her opportunities. Bingley’s strength one-on-one and ability to position herself early was crucial, and she provided a key target inside 50, while holding her line well to be goalside or in the right spot against her opponent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bendigo Pioneers<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#2<\/strong> Olivia Lacy<\/a>
Midfielder\/Defender | 169cm | 15\/06\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 20 disposals, 4 marks, 8 tackles, 1 clearance, 1 inside 50, 4 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lacy started on-ball and then went into defence where she was able to mop up and use her smarts to deliver effectively down the ground. Her contested work was very good, showing a great level of competitiveness, while also spreading into space to be an option for her teammates. Generally effective with ball in hand, Lacy covered the ground well and was a key cog in the Pioneers’ transitional game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#5 <\/strong>Ava Bibby<\/a>
Ruck\/Forward | 186cm | 09\/05\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 6 disposals, 1 mark, 4 tackles, 10 hitouts, 2 clearances, 2 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Started forward and kicked an early goal five minutes into the match with a long-rnage set shot. She spent time rotating into the ruck and showed great follow-up work, before kicking a major in the fourth quarter that was not the prettiest off the boot, but earned six points for effectiveness on the overlap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#14<\/strong> Lacey Nihill<\/a>
Midfielder | 172cm | 01\/05\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 29 disposals, 7 marks, 7 tackles, 8 clearances, 5 inside 50s, 3 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Had a huge game for the Pioneers and was critical around the ball as Bendigo’s best midfielder, extracting it consistently and trying to will the ball forward. Nihill has a nice burst when she has it, and the smarts to get into ball-winning spots on the overlap. Found plenty of space, taking seven marks for the match, but got her hands dirty as well with her defensive pressure be it at the coalface or around the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Lacey Nihill is an influential player in her bottom-age season. Image credit: Rookie Me Central<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n #23 <\/strong>Ella Jeffrey<\/a>
Defender\/Midfielder | 167cm | 09\/08\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 29 disposals, 8 marks, 7 tackles, 2 clearances, 3 inside 50s, 8 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The hard-running defender was sensational with her aggressive approach, always looking to deliver by foot then follow up for a secondary possession, often via hand and gain more distance down the ground. Jeffrey’s run-down tackle in the back pocket saved a goal, and she backed herself time and time again to run from the defensive goalsquare and clear to a safe zone. Worked up to the wing on occasions as well.<\/p>\n
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GWV Rebels<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div>Dandenong Stingrays<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nGWV Rebels<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#1 <\/strong>Isabella Davies<\/a>
Defender\/Midfielder I 162cm I 29\/10\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 23 disposals, 2 marks, 7 tackles, 5 clearances, 1 inside 50, 5 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The over-age prospect started the game with a brilliant run-down tackle on Nalu Brothwell <\/strong>midway through the first term, and when on-ball showed clean and great defensive intent. Having spent time at VFLW level this season, Davies’ experience shone through, and she was able to dispose of the ball even when tackled or under pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#7 <\/strong>Maggie Johnstone<\/a>
Midfielder\/Forward I 171cm I 06\/06\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 24 disposals, 2 marks, 4 tackles, 5 clearances, 6 inside 50s, 1 rebound 50, 1 behind<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A standout performance from the Vic Country representative and first round prospect, Johnstone’s only negative was getting caught holding the ball on a number of occasions. She won one back herself, and her determination to breakthrough tackles or stoppages helps get her team on the front foot, so is worth the risk. Spent some time forward with only one behind off a handball receive, but did her best work around the ball, even helping out in defence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#9 <\/strong>Jovie Skewes-Clinton<\/a>
Tall Forward I 176cm I 15\/11\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 12 disposals, 3 marks, 6 tackles, 1 inside 50, 2 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Has locked into that full-forward role for the Rebels and was able to convert back-to-back goals during the second term. Her first came via a great one-on-one mark where she launched a goal from 45m out, before kicking a second just three minutes later on the move from a tight angle. A couple of other chances went begging a little, but showed great competitiveness and courage as well as being fleet of foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#16<\/strong> Brook Ward<\/a>
Defender | 170cm | 18\/04\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 19 disposals, 3 marks, 4 tackles, 8 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another over-ager who impressed was Ward in the back 50, mopping up and saving the day on numerous occasions. Some of her longer kicks went a little astray clearing the target and bouncing out of bounds, but generally she placed a focus on ball retention and playing the safer possessions. Worked up to the wing on a couple of occasions, but largely competed strongly in the defensive half of the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#17 <\/strong>Milly Shortal<\/a>
Midfielder | 175cm | 24\/06\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 14 disposals, 4 tackles, 2 clearances, 4 inside 50s, 1 rebound 50<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the more exciting bottom-agers for next season, Shortal was terrific defensively, and then when she had the ball, exploded away and looked to catch the Stingrays’ defence on the overlap. She set up a goal to Skewes-Clinton, and was desperate at ground level, working hard to find the ball across the ground and be a high impact-per-posseesion player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dandenong Stingrays<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#1 <\/strong>Evelyn Connolly<\/a>
Forward\/Midfielder | 169cm | 26\/05\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 10 disposals, 3 marks, 4 tackles, 2 goals, 3 behinds<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The dangerous forward had a hit and miss day in front of the big sticks, kicking two majors while missing a few chances as well. She does not need much time to line up the goals, and has a great flexibility in how she kicks them as well. Connolly’s forward craft and field kicking stack up too, while her aggressive nature is great to see inside 50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#5 <\/strong>Mizuki Brothwell<\/a>
Defender | 175cm | 22\/10\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 21 disposals, 4 marks, 2 tackles, 1 clearance, 2 inside 50s, 7 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A force to be reckoned with behind the ball, Brothwell intercepted plenty and was able to deliver some piercing balls down the ground. Exceptional by hand or foot, the skill execution is an area Brothwell has continued to develop over the last 18 months and can consistently make good decisions when under pressure. Her tackle on Johnstone late in the first term earned a holding the ball free and she provided overlap run for the Stingrays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#7<\/strong> Lillian Snow<\/a>
Midfielder\/Forward | 169cm | 10\/07\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 20 disposals, 4 marks, 5 tackles, 5 clearances, 4 inside 50s, 1 behind<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arguably the most unlucky in the draft class not to get a combine invitation, Snow still went about her business having an impact in a big way. She missed a set shot in the first term she should have nailed, but her strength, aerial ability and stoppage craft were all big ticks in the game. Her centre clearance work in particular stood out, with a whopping four of her five clearances coming in that manner including the opening one in the second and fourth quarters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Lillian Snow had an impactful performance in midfield. Image credit: Rookie Me Central<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n #10 <\/strong>Matilda Argus<\/a>
Midfielder\/Defender | 166cm | 08\/01\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats:<\/strong> 24 disposals, 3 marks, 5 tackles, 3 clearances, 6 inside 50s, 2 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stared on-ball and rotated to half-back where she could use her running capacity and kicking to full advantage. Often looking for a handball receive to take grass or spin out of trouble and deliver to the open option, Argus had some nice moves and was one of Dandenong’s best on the day. The left-footer can tidy up some of her decisions such as on the edge of half-time when already on her left side inside 50, handballed to a right-footer whose kick was smothered. Other than that, Argus had a big impact on the game and provided great run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#12 <\/strong>Alice Cunnington<\/a>
Forward\/Midfielder | 174cm | 30\/06\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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