Adelaide gets it done against undermanned Hawks
ALTHOUGH the opposition put up a brave fight in the National Basketball League (NBL) action on Saturday evening, the ladder-leading Adelaide 36ers got the job done with a six-point win over the Illawarra Hawks. It was a big opportunity for the Sixers to bounce back following a disappointing loss earlier in the round, with Adelaide […] The post Adelaide gets it done against undermanned Hawks appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
2025-26 NTFLW Premier League: Mid-Season Review
TWO THIRDS of the way through the NTFL Women’s Premier Division season and the ladder leading up to finals is taking shape. A total of 12 rounds have been completed with a clear premiership favourite, while there are a couple of key challengers and a further two mid-table sides who could ruffle some feathers in […] The post 2025-26 NTFLW Premier League: Mid-Season Review appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
26 in 2026: AFLW Draft prospects to watch
WHILE it will be tough to beat 2024 as an AFLW Draft, the 2026 draft crop is shaping up to be the next best, with plenty of talent and stacks of depth across the board. Several players are competing for pick one contention, and as has been the case for a number of years now, […] The post 26 in 2026: AFLW Draft prospects to watch appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
United back on track after hammering Hawks
IN LAST night’s Round 13 NBL matchup, Melbourne United went toe to toe against the struggling Illawarra Hawks, with United winning 97-75. Whilst the Hawks were able to keep it fairly close throughout the game, the fourth quarter was detrimental for them as they only scored eight points compared to United’s 23. With a 6-11 […] The post United back on track after hammering Hawks appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
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 […] The post EVERY CLUB | 2025 AFLW Draft team reviews appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
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 […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft review: Western Bulldogs appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
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 […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft review: West Coast appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Phoenix pip Wildcats in Perth pearler
IN A blockbuster potential finals preview, the SEM Phoenix were able to get the job done out west in the National Basketball League (NBL), defeating the Perth Wildcats by one point at RAC Arena on Thursday night. It was shaping as a huge matchup in the context of the season, with both the Phoenix and […] The post Phoenix pip Wildcats in Perth pearler appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
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 […] The post Tasmanian AFLW list build concessions revealed appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
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 […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft review: Sydney appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
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 […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft review: St Kilda appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
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 […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft review: Richmond appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
