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Michelangelo Rucci Proud to play like bunch of girls
BY Saturday night Chelsea Randall will have created history and shaped a new future in Australian football. It is a rare moment for a woman in Australia’s game, says Michelangelo Rucci.
Secret weapon Crows out to prove speed thrills
ADELAIDE’S inaugural women’s AFL team has been built on speed, with coach Bec Goddard demanding electrifying pace to stamp the Crows’ imprint on the historic 2017 competition.
New direction AFLW teams’ new plans for post-match songs
FOR years, AFL teams have saved their post-match songs for the changerooms. But AFLW teams are planning to buck that trend in 2017.
Magpies star Footy no longer a hoop dream for Roden
WHEN Helen Roden came home from the US after 10 years in the college basketball system, she sensed an opportunity. It has come to fruition.
Big aspirations ‘No point hiding’: Magpies eye AFLW GF
COLLINGWOOD women’s coach Wayne Siekman doesn’t mince words when it comes to what he wants his side to achieve in its inaugural season.
Michelangelo Rucci New era that will test the old guard
A NEW era for Australian football dawns this week, with the launch of the AFL’s national women’s league. The dreams of many — including league boss Gillon McLachlan — will be realised, says Michelangelo Rucci.
Best and fairest AFL women to share MVP spotlight
AFLW players will vote for an MVP alongside the AFL’s official league best and fairest, with the first recipient to be crowned after the March 25 grand final.
Every player AFLW: GWS Giants player profiles
GWS Giants are pre-season wooden spoon favourite but in a brand new competition, who knows? We take a look at the Giants’ full AFLW squad.
Every player AFLW: Fremantle Dockers player profiles
IN many ways Fremantle is an unknown quantity but is widely tipped to be a strong force in the AFLW with a squad all hailing from WA. Take a look at the Dockers’ full list.
Every player AFLW: Brisbane Lions player profiles
BRISBANE Lions are tipped to be one of the battlers this season but they’ve showed positive signs over the summer. We take a look at Brisbane’s full squad.
AFL Women’s Footy’s back, women’s time to roar
GILLON McLachlan defined the introduction of AFL women’s as his game changing legacy – now club chiefs epitomised by Adelaide’s Andrew Fagan are turning a master vision into reality.
Erin Phillips Stay focused and enjoy the game
IN five sleeps we will run out onto Thebarton Oval and face GWS in what will be an historical day not just for the Adelaide Football Club but for young girls all over Australia.
Season opener Friends turn foes in new Pies, Blues rivalry
ALICIA Eva and Madeline Keryk will have to put friendship aside when a fresh rivalry begins between Collingwood and Carlton in the AFLW. + What’s at stake in Round 1?
Every player AFLW: Adelaide Crows player profiles
THE Adelaide Crows feature a truly national squad led by dual Olympic basketballer Erin Phillips. We take a look at the Adelaide women’s full list.
Giant change ‘Women don’t need to show off their bodies’
LAST year Jacinda Barclay was playing lingerie football but next weekend she will be dressed a lot more modestly when she lines up for GWS when the AFLW kicks off.
AFL Women’s Anderson’s time to fly high
JUST because Crows rookie and mother Jasmine Anderson doesn’t wear a cape it doesn’t mean she’s not superwoman.
Practice match Coaches back AFLW anti-density rules
COLLINGWOOD and the Western Bulldogs have put on an entertaining display but coaches believe one rule change could be crucial. PICTURE SPECIAL
AFLW profile From Bundaberg to the big time for Lion
FROM Bundaberg to the big time. Inaugural Brisbane Lions captain Emma Zielke has come from rugby heartland to become an AFL star.
Blues rookie Shierlaw never gave up on longshot dream
DRIVEN by her competitive instinct, Kate Shierlaw was never going to miss out being part of the inaugural women’s competition despite only playing the game competitively last year.
Magpies skipper Black and white right look for Chiocci
NOT that long ago Steph Chiocci couldn’t stomach the thought of the black and white, but the All-Australian will be Collingwood’s first women’s captain after being chosen by her peers.
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GWS stars Jeremy Cameron and Devon Smith reach 100-game milestone together
GWS stars Jeremy Cameron and Devon Smith share a love of dogs, fishing and footy and on Friday night the best mates with celebrate their respective 100th AFL game milestone together.
Mark ‘Bomber’ Thompson gets 1984 Grand Final guernsey back
MARK ‘Bomber’ Thompson has his 1984 Grand Final jumper back after it was returned by the stepbrother of Michael Lawson, who was dying when Thompson generously gave it to him in his time of need.
Bomber Thompson has been reunited with his 1984 premiership jumper — a gift he gave to a dying fan some 30 years ago
SOME stories are bigger than football. This is one of them. After a generous gesture some 30 years ago, Bomber Thompson has been reunited with his premiership jumper.
Mark Thompson reunited with treasured item
A REMARKABLE act of kindness has seen Mark Thompson reunited with a treasured AFL premiership item.
First female field umpire Eleni Glouftsis close to earning AFL debut
THE AFL’s first female field umpire Eleni Glouftsis is close to earning her debut after impressive VFL form but the league won’t set a timeline for her first appearance.
Carlton great David Rhys-Jones has urged the Blues to spoil Collingwood’s 125th anniversary
COLLINGWOOD and Carlton will renew hostilities on Saturday as the Magpies celebrate their 125th anniversary and Blues great David Rhys-Jones wants to see their party ruined.
Steve Johnson still has more to offer GWS despite struggling for form early this season
STEVE Johnson’s former teammate Cameron Ling has been one to question whether the Giant went on one year too long but Stevie J still has more to give, Jon Ralph writes.
Collingwood youngster Darcy Moore says he’s not missing Travis Cloke in the forward line
THERE’S no looking in the rear vision mirror for Collingwood forward Darcy Moore. Not when it comes to his slow start to the season. And not when it comes to Travis Cloke.
Clayton Oliver could be in mix to win Brownlow after impressive start to his second season
CLAYTON Oliver is having an amazing year so far with his form among the AFL’s elite and that puts him in the mix to win this year’s Brownlow Medal. Can he do it? HAVE YOUR SAY
Sydney trial glasses that helped NBA star Steph Curry in bid to improve after poor start to season
THE Swans are 0-6 to start season 2017 and it seems they’re trying everything to get a win, including these special glasses that helped NBA superstar Steph Curry become one of basketball’s best ever scorers.
Port Adelaide AFL footballer Brad Ebert talks about the birth of his first child
PORT Adelaide footballer Brad Ebert has opened up about the birth of his first child, Leo, who becomes the newest member of a famous SA football family.
The Adelaide Crows and Port Adelaide Power have the best press in the AFL, says Warren Tredrea
PREMIERSHIP captain Warren Tredrea reveals how the Crows and Power are pressuring their opponents into errors and profiting on the scoresheet this season.
Port Adelaide midfielder Ollie Wines says the Power has a top-four finish in its sight
Port Adelaide midfielder Ollie Wines says the Power has a top-four finish in its sight. And he believes the club can certainly achieve that goal, even if they’re not there yet.
AFL Daily: Live rolling footy news from around Australia
AFL DAILY: COLLINGWOOD coach Nathan Buckley says Ben Reid won’t be moved forward despite the success of Lynden Dunn’s inclusion last week, while Jordan Lewis blasts “ridiculous” rule.
