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.
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.
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.
2025 AFLW Draft review: Port Adelaide
PORT Adelaide paired up a couple of close mates in its 2025 AFL Women’s Draft haul, with two National Academy members heading to Alberton to stock up even more talent. A local high-end prospect alongside a naturally gifted West Australian saw the Power bring in a couple of A grade players at great value. > > EVERY […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft review: Port Adelaide appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Inaugural Tasmania Devils VFL squad revealed
TASMANIA Devils’ inaugural VFL squad has been announced, featuring 48 players keen to don the iconic bottle green guernsey next year. The headline signings include several former AFL-listed players, along with a host of young local talent from both local reaches and interstate. > > SCROLL to see the full squad Ex-Sydney trio Robbie Fox, Caleb […] The post Inaugural Tasmania Devils VFL squad revealed appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Trengove keen on Collingwood culture
EXCITEMENT was the overriding emotion for new Collingwood draftee Imogen Trengove after being selected with pick eight in Monday night’s intake at Marvel Stadium. Speaking the following morning, the South Australian expressed her gratitude in being selected for such a historically significant club. > > EVERY PICK: 2025 AFLW Draft “When my name was read out […] The post Trengove keen on Collingwood culture appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
2025 AFLW Draft review: North Melbourne
CURRENT AFL Women’s juggernaut North Melbourne only entered the draft at Pick 37 after choosing to trade into next year’s cohort which will be a stronger and deeper pool. The Roos still got the player they were after at Pick 37, and then picked up a couple of surprise packets to round out the list […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft review: North Melbourne appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
