anyone’s game

Welcome to the round 2 and 3 review ep! We start this ep chatting about Marielle’s Tillies experience in Sydney! We then celebrate former Brisbane Lions player Leigh Ryswyk - the first AFL men’s player to openly come out as gay (check out the full interview here).

This is followed by what is known (at time of recording) in the investigation into St Kilda player Lance Collard’s alleged use of a homophobic slur in a VFL game. We cover the Tassie Devils undefeated record (we enjoyed these instagram posts from them here, here & here), the AFLs new illicit drug policy and that the Men’s Grand Final timeslot is locked in for the next 2 years.

We also cover the (now confirmed) rumour that Kylie Minogue will be the entertainment at the Men’s Grand Final this year before breaking down the big moments from rounds 2 & 3. 

In this week’s best on feed, Monica shares this TikTok from 7sportau and Marielle shares this reel from North Melbourne.

This week’s sources are: 

• Former Brisbane Lion Leigh Ryswyk becomes first openly gay AFL player by Michael Doyle & Sara Garcia for abc.net.au 

• Former Brisbane Lion, SANFL stalwart reveals he is gay on afl.com.au 

• St Kilda first-year player Lance Collard banned for six matches for using homophobic  slurs in a VFL game on abc.net.au 

• Saint under investigations for alleged homophobic slur on afl.com.au 

• Devils’ delight: Tasmania posts win in historic first game on afl.com.au 

• Four rule alterations announced ahead of 2026 AFLW season by Sarah Black on afl.com.au 

• AFL and AFLPA announce landmark new illicit drugs policy on afl.com.au 

• AFL has made a decision on Grand Final timeslot amid rising speculation by Peter Rolfe for the Herald Sun 

• AFL ‘strongly targeting’ Aussie icon Kylie Minogue for twilight grand final by Ben Sutton for 7news.com.au 

• AFL fan cops heavy sanction for throwing bottle at Hawthorn players by Ben Sutton for 7news.com.au 

• Another star goes down amid surge of hamstring injuries by Josh Gabelich for afl.com.au 

• ‘Everyone was flustered’: How Dogs, Crows contended with no clock by Gemma Bastiani for afl.com.au 

• AFL concedes timeclock error in Giants-Saints thriller by Riley Beveridge for afl.com.au 

• Pat Voss issues public apology to Harrison Petty for cry baby taunt: ‘I had no idea’ by Ben Sutton for 7news.com.au 

• Duff: The significance of West Coast’s drought-breaking win by Mark Duffield on sen.com.au 

• Club high performance bosses to meet amid surge in injuries by Nathan Schmook on afl.com.au 

• DDF Crows Umpire Calls Summary

• AFL admits to umpire mistake in Adelaide Crows’ close loss to the Geelong Cats by James McKern for news.com.au 

• The verdict is in: Magpies champion learns his fate at Tribunal by Michael Whiting for afl.com.au 

• Pies pair likely to miss, mystery over skippers latest setback by Josh Gabelich for afl.com.au 

• North Melbourne ends 10-year drought against Essendon as Tristian Xerri faces ban for rubbing blood on Andrew McGrath’s face by Dean Bilton, Andrew McGarry & Chris De Silva for abc.net.au 

• Kangaroos’ Tristan Xerri sent to AFL tribunal after alleged blood-wiping incident on abc.net.au 

• Double milestones | McDonald and Gawn share moment by David McPherson on melbournefc.com.ay 

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This mini ep we’re chatting about the blocking, what the consequences are as well as when you can do it legally - shepherding. We also cover some recent controversy with the stricter enforcement of the stand rule.

This week’s information is sourced from: 

• Glossary of Australian Rules Football Wikipedia 

• Laws of Australian Football (2026) 

• AFL rule change sparks heated debate as huge claim made about Collingwood’s loss to Adelaide by Andrew Reid for Yahoo News 

• ‘Reason they won’: Collingwood burned in costly 50m penalty controversy by Matthew Sullivan for news.com.au 

• Explainer: The seven AFL rule changes coming in for 2026 on afl.com.au 

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Footy is well and truly back now - and we’re debriefing all the biggest moments from opening round & round one. This episode starts with a classic moment from Mon - she’s once again found her way into the inner sanctum at the Crows!

We then unpack the last minute retirement of Steven May, the passing of Dennis Commetti (check out his best one-liners compiled by the AFL here & Bruce McAvaney’s tribute to him here) and the offseason arrest of some Hawks players. Mon then blesses us with a deep dive into some footy fashion commentary before we debrief the big moments from the last 2 weeks of footy. 

In this week’s best on feed, Monica shares this TikTok from the Al, Kate & All Their Mates podcast and Marielle shares this reel from Simon Mee and Alex Crist. 

This week’s sources are: 

• ​Demons premiership star Steven May retires just before AFL season after off-field drama and contract settlement by Max Laughton for Fox Sports 
• ​Demons AFL premiership defender Steven May retires ahead of 2026 season on abc.net.au 
• ​EXCLUSIVE: Premiership Melbourne defender Steven May told to look for new club as Dees enter new era by Tom Morris for nine.com.au 
• ​Melbourne confident salary cap in good shape despite spending well over $1 million on former players by Paul Amy and Jon Ralph for The Hearld Sun 
• ​Bruce McAvaney mourns Dennis Cometti, hailing fellow AFL commentator his ‘ultimate teammate’ on abc.net.au 
• ​Dennis Cometti Wikipedia 
• ​AFL world mourns passing of iconic commentator Dennis Cometti on afl.com.au 
• ​Arrests not made public sooner for legal reasons, Hawks say on afl.com.au 
• ​Hawthorn forward Dylan Moore allegedly found with bag of ‘crystalline substance’ after US arrest, police documents claim on abc.net.au 
• ​Hawthorn sta Dylan Moore lifts lid on bombshell arrest that cost him his vice-captaincy by Cameron Noakes for 7news 
• ​Tassie Kit Reveal Instagram Post 
• ​ROMY x Tasmania Devils Bomber Jacket Collab Instagram Post 
• ​Homie x AFL Knit Collab 
• ​Opening Round Results on afl.com.au 
• ​Giants and Seven Network Launch ‘No Holds Barred: The GWS Giants’ on play.afl 
• ​Moneyball: What ‘contract year’ Jake Stringer is really worth as clubs attempt to land key Swan by Jon Ralph for The Hearld Sun
• ​Gold Coast Suns’ First Win Club Song (ft whiteboards)  
• ​Docherty withdrawn from Blues function after stinging criticism by Damian Barrett for afl.com.au 
• ​Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel discuss the Sam Docherty voice note on Eddie & Jimmy 
• ​Surprise twist in Gorringe vs “old man media” feud on sen.com.au 
• ​Tassie FC Historic Season Opener Post (inviting Sam Docherty) 
• ​AFL Round 1 Results on Fox Sports 
• ​List of Australian Football League Songs Wikipedia

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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.

Welcome to our first mini-episode for 2026 We’re so excited to bring you this new format and to make this kind of content easier to locate in our feed. 

We kick off the mini-eps for the year by chatting about the new rules to expect in the AFL for the men this season. 

This week’s information is sourced from: 

• ​Explainer: The seven AFL rule changes coming in for 2026 on afl.com.au 
• ​‘No ruckcraft’: Gawn’s concern after early look at new ruck rule on afl.com.au 
• ​AFL reveals SEVEN rule changes for 2026 season in huge attempt to solve growing issue by Jack Jovanovski for Fox Sports 

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Welcome back to anyone’s game for 2026! We’re so excited to be back in your ears again. This year, we are trialling a new format of episodes. Every second Thursday we will be in your feed for a bumper episode of all the footy news and headlines from the previous 2 rounds. And every other Thursday we will drop a mini education focused episode - covering all the questions you didn’t know you needed the answers to.

We kick off the ep this week covering our own personal headlines, followed by the biggest headlines from the offseason before we finish up with everyone’s favourite segment - best on feed. This week, Monica shares this TikTok from Collingwood’s Pat Lipinski and Marielle shares this Reel from Hawthorn.

This week’s sources are: 

• ​2026 AFL Season Wikipedia 
• ​Tom Silvagni, son of AFL star, outlines rape conviction appeal grounds by Leanne Wong for The ABC 
• ​Why we haven’t touched the Jules Neale story until now by Bek Day for Mamamia 
• ​‘I have been betrayed’: Neale’s wife Jules speaks out on marriage crisis by Jackie Epstein for The Herald Sun 
• ​Victoria overcomes spirited WA in enthralling Origin clash by Nathan Schmook for afl.com.au 
• ​The Kyneton women’s football team’s story was always about more than just one club by Marnie Vinall for The ABC 
• ​How the Wedged-Tailed Eagles won their fight to play footy by Brayden May for The Herald Sun 
• ​Time running out for Kyneton women on midlandexpress.com.au
• ​They stood up to a toxic boys’ club. Now these women have been barred from the game entirely by Claire Murphy for Mamamia  
• ​RDRNL breaks silence by Tara Murphy for Star Weekly 
• ​Wedge-Tailed Eagles Football Club Website

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This week’s ep is a light-hearted one — and also our final one for the year. It was recorded late last week, and we’re very aware that a lot has happened since then. We don’t cover the AFL news that has unfolded since the AFLW Grand Final, but we’ll do our best to summarise the key stories when we return in 2026. While this sits outside our usual focus, we want to acknowledge the events of the weekend and extend our thoughts to the Jewish community and everyone affected by the Bondi tragedy. We’re sending love to anyone in our community who needs it and we hope this space can offer a brief sense of refuge.

With that said, welcome to an episode of elegance, excellence, and mildly questionable award categories. It’s the inaugural Anyone’s Game Best and Fairest Awards Night. We celebrate the moments that made this season unforgettable — the hot takes, the bold celebrations, the accidental genius, and the very deliberate nonsense. These are the awards no other show is cool enough — or foolish enough — to hand out.

So settle in, and get ready for an episode full of highlights, laughs and plenty of high fives. 

Best Goal Celebration Finalists: 

• ​Sophie McKay
• ​Oleg Markov
• ​Gemma Houghton 
• ​Seth Campbell 
• ​Jack Ginnivan 

Best Viral Moment Finalists: 

• ​Gold Cost Meta Hack 
• ​The Centra Bounce
• ​Ken Hinkley Lolly Teeth 
• ​Coin Toss Hamstring Injury 
• ​Nasiah Robbed of 3 Votes 
• ​Chloe Molloy Boundary Goal

Best TV Crossover Finalists: 

• ​Trent Cotchin
• ​Mia Fevolva 
• ​Zachy Tuohy 
• ​Nonno D’Ambrosio 

Best Coaches Quote Finalists:

• ​“I’m unemployed” 
• ​“I’m Off to Vegas” & “Nepo Babies” 
• ​“We’ve been underdogs for 10 years” 
• ​“They play a bit like us for some reason” 

Best Accessory Finalists:

• ​Mason Cox Eye Goggles 
• ​Kamdyn McIntosh Headbands 
• ​Jesse Wardlaw Headband 
• ​Alastair Clarkson Short Swap 

Best Hair Finalists:

• ​Will Ashcroft 
• ​Georgie Prespakis 
• ​Rory Lobb 
• ​Anne Hatchard 
• ​Isaac Kako 

Best Sibling Squad Finalists:

• ​Will & Levi Ashcroft 
• ​Sophie & Abbie McKay 
• ​Chad & Corey Warner 
• ​The Duursma Siblings 

Best Celeb Cameo Finalists: 

• ​Guy Sebastian 
• ​Leslie Mann 
• ​The Veronicas 
• ​Taylor Swift 

Best Debut Finalists:

• ​Jayden Nguyen 
• ​Levi Ashcroft 
• ​Zippy Fish 
• ​Blaithin Bogue 
• ​Kaitlin Barr, Greta Miller & Melissa Sambrooks 

Best Socials Pick Finalists 

• ​Isaac Quaynor 
• ​Captain’s Following 
• ​Taste - Wizard Remix 
• ​Tom Papley Mosman Swans Clinic 
• ​Joy’s GRWM 
• ​Conrad vs Jeremiah with AFLW Captains 
• ​Undercover at KFC 

Best Socials Pick Honourable Mentions: 

• ​“Right on the Doodle”  
• ​Least Likely to Shout a Coffee 
• ​Inspirational Quotes 
• ​AFL Clubs as Pop Culture 

As we wrap up 2025, we just want to say a huge thank you to every single one of you who listened, shared an episode, or sent us a message. Your support has meant more than we can properly put into words. You’ve made the late nights, the edits, the research and the big footy feelings all worth it. 

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Thanks for listening and see you next season!

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.

And just like that, the AFL season is officially over. This week, we’re wrapping things up with a massive episode! 

We kick things off with all the highlights from the W Awards — including Ash Riddell’s incredible acceptance speech and the All Australian squad making their entrance on that moving stage. (You can catch the full 2025 AFLW AA team here, too.)

Then it’s time to break down the AFLW Grand Final: the pre-game entertainment, the celebrity spotting, and an inside scoop from our very own on ground reporter, Mon. Plus, a full recap of all the on-field action.

It wouldn’t be the season's end without a little off-field chaos, so we also take you through this week’s biggest coaching and staffing changes across the league.

And finally, we unpack the AFLW assistance packages handed to GWS, Collingwood and Gold Coast — what they are and why they exist.

This week, Mon shares this TikTok from GWS, plus some bonus content from the Mckay Sisters, while Marielle shares this instagram reel from AFL women's, plus a bonus reel from the Gold Coast Suns. 

This week’s sources come from:

• ​Dockers star, popular influencer to hit the Coral Carpet on afl.com.au 
• ​RECAP: All the winners from The W Awards for 2025 on afl.com.au 
• ​Swans gun wins GOTY, courageous Tiger lands MOTY prize by Kaitlyn Ferber for afl.com.au
• ​Motana Ham wins 2025 NAB AFLW Goal of the Year on afl.com.au  
• ​2025 AFLW Jim Stynes Community Leadership Award: Kate Darby’s fitting farewell to the game on afl.com.au 
• ​Emilie Hill named 2025 AFLW Umpiring Rising Star on afl.com.au 
• ​Roos ball-magnet adds to stunning year with B&F win by Dylan Bolch for afl.com.au 
• ​‘We knew as soon as we got here’: Roos back-to-back but Birch has four by Sarah Burt for espn.com.au 
• ​FULL VOTES: Sheerin shines to claim Best on Ground honours by Alison O’Connor for afl.com.au 
• ​‘We may never lose again’: Euphoric scenes as Roos win back-to-back AFLW flags, go undefeated by Roy Ward, Danny Russell and Russell Bennett for The Age 
• ​abc sport instagram post quoting AFLW GM Emma Moore 
• ​Members make it a momentous AFLW season on afl.com.au 
• ​AFLW GF injury update: Star mid in selection frame on nmfc.com.au 
• ​North Melbourne Kangaroos rally around injured Mia King after AFLW grand final by Jon Healy for abc.net.au 
• ​SUNS appoint Erin Phillips as General Manger of Women’s Football on goldcoastfc.com.au
• ​End of an era as premiership coach departs Demons by Riley Beveridge for afl.com.au  
• ​Zach Merrett gives up Bombers AFL captaincy after failed Hawks trade on abc.net.au  
• ​West Coast Eagles Special Assistance on afl.com.au 
• ​“Blatant manipulation”: AFL confirms North Melbourne assistance package as backlash follows by Mitch Keating for Zero Hanger 
• ​Giants to receive no.3 pick, one of three clubs granted League assistance by Riley Beveridge for afl.com.au 
• ​New rules set to shake up AFLW expansion sides given licence to raid rivals by Sarah Burt for 7news 
• ​Local talent concession for Gold Coast team on afl.com.au 

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We’re having a post finals bye next week but we’ll be back in your ears soon with the anyone’s game best and fairest episode! 

Thanks for listening and see you at the BNF!

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.

It’s W GF week and we are buzzing! But first wedding chat, Jeremy Cameron’s entrance at Toby Greene’s wedding is a must see. We break down a huge prelim weekend, starting with North v Melbourne. Check out the tussle between former team mates Eden Zanker and Libby Birch, Taylah Harris’ speckie and Blaithin Bogue’s goals. Brisbane had a dominant win over Carlton but the Blues’ had the vibes coming into this game. Check out their business as usual training entrance and their Veronicas shout-out here. Brisbane brought the energy post game, we loved coach Craig Starcevich and Belle Dawes’ celebratory chest bump.

And yes, it’s North vs Brisbane in the Grand Final for the 3rd straight year. We also unpack all the draft headlines. Check out the big-sibling energy from the Duursmas here and pics of Willem’s dance career here. We wrap some retirements, resignations and relocations.

Finally, we discuss Sky Sports’ misstep with its female-focused TikTok account with recommended reading from Lauren Beckman (Missing Perspectives) and Bridget McArthur (ABC). 

This week, Mon shares this TikTok from Port Adelaide, while Marielle shares this TikTok from afl play. 

This week’s sources come from:

• ​Kanga classic Roos break Demons hearts in thriller to book GF spot by Sarah Black for afl.com.au 
• ​aflwomens instagram post of North vs Melbourne Time in Front 
• ​‘You babes are Untouchable’: Carlton embraced an anthem. The Veronicas replied by Hannah Kennelly for The Age 
• ​Rivals’ best shots fall short as AFLW trilogy awaits by Murray Wenzel for Eastern Riverina Chronicle 
• ​Game on: Roos and Lions locked in for third-straight Grand Final by Sophie Welsh for afl.com.au 
• ​Carlton Cheer Squad Instagram post of the Blues Banner from Saturday Night 
• ​When is the 2025 AFL draft? Here’s your guide to bidding, trades and the official pick order on abc.net.au 
• ​Change is coming: How Lions’ bids would look in 2025 by Dejan Jalinic for afl.com.au 
• ​Best in the west: Eagles crown No.1 pick, Tigers’ surprise shapes draft by Nathan Schmook for afl.com.au 
• ​Duursma heads west with pick No.1 as the ‘bolter’ who had to be smuggled into Marvel steals the show by Shelby Garlick, Hannah Kennelly, Jon Pierik and Marc McGowan for The Sydney Morning Herald 
• ​Date with destiny: Father-son pick ‘pretty honoured’ to join Blues on afl.com.au 
• ​AFL Draft | White continues father’s legacy on melbournefc.com.au 
• ​AFL pre-season and rookie draft: Brisbane premiership hero Callum Ah Chee finally lands at Adelaide by Shane Hope for 7news 
• ​AFL Draft explainer: Everything you need to know by Martin Smith on afl.com.au 
• ​The 6 biggest surprises from the 2025 AFL Draft by Aidan Cellini for zerohanger 
• ​Dancing, driving and diaries: How this mum shaped a footy family by Sarah Black on afl.com.au 
• ​‘Incredibly tough’: Geelong AFLW coach steps down after missing second consecutive finals series on Fox Sports 
• ​Surprise two-year contract detail emerges in Mason Cox’s AFL career lifeline with Fremantle by Glenn Valencich for 7news 
• ​Veteran ruck retires after record-breaking career on afl.com.au 
• ​Lion-hearted: Brisbane wins coveted $1mil McClelland Trophy prize by Sophie Welsh for afl.com.au 
• ​Historic McClelland Trophy enters new era across AFL and AFLW by Michael Rogers for afl.com.au 
• ​“There’s got to be a better system”: Russell’s issue with the AFL’s McClelland Trophy by Lachlan Geleit for SEN

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Thanks for listening and see you next round.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.

Happy Wednesday! We kick things off with all the AFLW semi-final action. Don’t miss the ripper tackle sequence between Melbourne’s Kate Hore and Adelaide’s Ebony Marinoff, and have a look at Hawthorn’s banners from last week and this week side-by-side after all the chat about their size (including from us… sorry, not sorry!).

Over at Carlton, the vibes were high with their finals-series burials to summon good weather. Make sure you check out the Week 1 & Week 2 videos (a collab with @thefootywithbrodenkelly).. Huge thanks to @framedbyrachel_ for walking us through the full sausage-burial tradition—also, if you need an engagement or wedding photographer, she’s your gal. And yes, Sophie McKay is back at it with the goal celebrations… and her family definitely has thoughts.

We also shout out Kaitlyn Srhoj for speaking openly about her journey with an eating disorder—an important and powerful moment.

Plus, there are fresh records in the 22-under-22 AFLW squad, the men’s 2026 fixture has officially dropped (check out Hawthorn’s & Port Adelaide’s fixture announcements and Marnie Vinall’s insightful analysis of the timing of the wild round annoucement). . Finally, the charges (and suppression order) against Geelong’s Tanner Bruhn have been withdrawn. 

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This week, Mon shares this TikTok from aflwomens, while Marielle shares this instagram reel from lionsaflw. 

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This week’s sources come from:

• ​Crow’s over: Dees surge late in SF to set up date with Roos by Sarah Black for afl.com.au 
• ​A legacy to Crow about: Departing coach leaves his mark on club and AFLW by Dylan Bolch for afl.com.au 
• ​‘So far from it’: Hawks lament horror night out, Blues living the dream by Gemma Bastiani for afl.com.au 
• ​Dancing Blues: Prelim beckons for Carlton as Hawks exit in straight sets by Gemma Bastiani for afl.com.au 
• ​Why Do Couples Bury a Sausage Before Their Wedding Day? on framedbyrachel.com.au 
• ​Srhoj Opens Up On Her Battle With Eating Disorder on gwsgiants.com.au 
• ​2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Fixture Confirmed on afl.com.au 
• ​GWS Social Response to Opening Round Fixture on instagram 
• ​AFL fixture: Early Magpies-Crows grudge match in 2026 locked in on espn.com.au 
• ​Prosecutors drop sexual assault, rape charges against Geelong AFL player Tanner Bruhn by Jonathon Kendall and Kristian Silva for abc.net.au 
• ​League defends handling of Bruhn case, rejects no-fault stand down policy on afl.com.au 
• ​AFL rookie draft rules: How does selection an delisting work? by Kieran Francis for sportingnews.com
• ​“Dumbest rule in sport”: Cornes’ take on flawed rookie draft on sen.com.au 
• ​Kevin Sheehan’s 2025 Telstra AFL Draft top prospects: Smalls on afl.com.au 
• ​Rookie List on afl.com.au 
• ​Gold Coast Suns take delisted Fremantle Docker in AFL rookie draft on abc.net.au 
• ​Eddie Betts agrees to return to rookie list to save Blues from squad headache by Tyson Otto on news.com.au 
• ​Eddie Betts Wikipedia Page 

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Thanks for listening and see you next round.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.

Welcome to week 1 of the AFLW finals series! Vibes are as high as the on-field tensions and we are here for it, so we kick off this ep unpacking this round. Enjoy this carousel of some of the Carlton gal’s goal celebrations and watch the Ebony Marinoff & Anne Hatchard get the updates on the Brisbane-Melbourne game here.

We then cover the AFLW All-Australian initial squad. Sydney are on the hunt for a new W coach meanwhile the AFLM’s second ever female field umpire has been promoted from the rookie list. The AFL’s plans for opening round and a wildcard round have been revealed and lastly, we explain the umpire throw-in rules in the W. Check out GWS’ thread of their job description for their Senior Social Media Manager role here. 

This week, Mon shares this Instagram Reel from abc sport, while Marielle shares this Instagram Reel from the Crows AFLW. 

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This week’s sources come from:

• ​Ruthless Roos march into prelim after keeping Hawks goalless by Sarah Black for afl.com.au 
• ​abc sport’s instagram post of Emma Kearney’s quotes 
• ​Blues blitz Eagles in the wet to set up Hawks semi-final by Phoebe McWilliams for afl.com.au 
• ​Demons go down fighting by Gemma Bastiani for melbournefc.com.au 
• ​The crows show keeps rolling with comfortable win over plucky Saints by Jason Phelan for afl.com.au 
• ​Aflwomen’s instagram post announcing the night/evening grand final 
• ​Day or twilight Grand Final? It comes down to one question, says Gill on afl.com.ay 
• ​You might not like it, but a night Grand Final is the best thing for footy - if anyone has the guts to change it by Shannon Gill for theroar.com.au
• ​Suggestion AFLW being used as a ‘trial run’ for new rules causes frustration by Marnie Vinall for abc.net.au  
• ​2025 AFLW All-Australian squad unveiled on afl.com.au 
• ​Scott Gowans to depart Sydney on sydneyswans.com.au 
• ​Sydney Swans AFLW part ways with inaugural coach Scott Gowans after missing finals on abc.net.au 
• ​Tigers mid told to explore trade options, three delisted by Sophie Welsh for afl.com.au 
• ​Three weeks, two hospitals, 14kg lost: Tiger opens up on nightmare pre-season by Riley Beveridge for afl.com.au 
• ​Woman field umpire among six promoted to AFL umpire list for 2026 on afl.com.au 
• ​Opening Round fixture: Charlie Curnow’s Swan to face Blues in AFL season opener, Brisbane host Western Bulldogs by Ben Sutton for 7news.com.au 
• ​GWS Instagram Post about Opening Round Fixture 
• ​Mitch Cleary’s X Post on Wildcard Weekend 
• ​About AFLW - Rules on afl.com.au 
• ​AFLW introduces future pick trading, pre-season draft, as part of 2025 rule changes by Eliza Reilly for news.com.au 
• ​Endometriosis in Australia 2023 on aihw.gov.au 

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