Wotherspoon’s whirlwind year ends in a red and blue call up
ONE of the newest AFLW Dees Ryleigh Wotherspoon has had one of the more unique journeys to the AFLW. Growing up as a multi-sport talented athlete, she is new to the game of Aussie rules but was quick to garner the interest of those in the league. “I obviously was not expecting to be playing […]
From bridesmaids to top Cats, Lions are Queens of the Jungle again
BRISBANE Lions are the Queens of the AFL Women’s once again, defeating North Melbourne by 17 points at Ikon Park today to claim their second ever premiership. In a match befitting of its AFLW Grand Final name, it was a hard-fought match that was not determined until the final quarter where Brisbane kicked four goals […]
From the Horse’s Mouth: AFLW Grand Final 2023
THIS afternoon it all goes down at Ikon Park, with North Melbourne and Brisbane fighting it out to become 2023 AFL Women’s premiers. Ahead of the big game, the captains and coaches from both sides gathered in Melbourne and spoke to the media ahead of the big game. Kangaroos’ coach Darren Crocker said that it […]
2023 AFLW Grand Final Team Preview – Brisbane
DEATH, taxes and Brisbane making the AFLW Grand Final. Some things are just regular occurrences in life. This weekend sees Brisbane play in a record fifth AFL Women’s Grand Final, which for a competition that is only up to its seventh ever Grand Final is a seriously impressive effort. However perhaps due to not being […]
Conway check in gives insight into the Lions’ Den
SPEAKING to the media from Brisbane Lions HQ yesterday, speedy Lion Sophie Conway gave those in attendance an insight into where things are at in the Lions camp ahead of Saturday’s AFL Women’s Grand Final. On the notion that making the Grand Final again is becoming a “habit” for the Lions, Conway said the aim […]
Starcevich “immensely proud” of grand final-bound Lions
BRISBANE coach Craig Starcevich could not hold back his admiration for his Lions side after they fought off a gallant Geelong to book a record fifth AFL Women’s Grand Final spot. The Lions looked to be on top early, before Geelong hit back, and in a see-sawing clash, the home team eventually saluted, 6.2 (38) […]
AFLW 2023 Round 10 Preview: Saturday
THE AFLW finals puzzle continues to get written today as five matches are on the calendar, including a Grand Final rematch. 1:05pmWhitten Oval Recent Form The Kangaroos come into this game looking for a win to lock in a top fourth berth, while the Bulldogs will be looking for a win to finish a tough […]
AFLW 2023 Round 4 Preview: Sunday
1:05pmHenson Park Recent Form With only one win combined between the two sides so far this season, both sides will be very keen to take the four points today and use it as a stepping stone of momentum. History A little bit of history will be created this afternoon, as these teams are meeting for […]
Starcevich still finding new levels for his Cubs to go to
THERE was certainly plenty to be pleased about for Brisbane coach Craig Starcevich after his side’s big win over Sydney on the weekend. However, despite finding plenty of positives he still managed to find areas for his team to work on. “We were happy with the pressure and happy with the scoring as a result […]
AFLW 2023 Round 3 Preview: Sunday
1:05pmRSEA Park Recent Form Both teams have had a winless fortnight to begin the season, so will be keen to avoid that run continuing this afternoon. History These two sides met once last season in Port Adelaide’s inaugural season, and in a nail-biter it was the Saints who prevailed by two points. Key Stat Areas […]
