AFLW to axe marquee model
The list size of AFL Women's clubs will increase by three and the marquee concept is likely to be scuttled under plans outlined to players.
Jon Pierik is a sports writer with The Age, focusing primarily on AFL football, cricket and basketball. He has won awards for his cricket and basketball writing.
The list size of AFL Women's clubs will increase by three and the marquee concept is likely to be scuttled under plans outlined to players.
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