Melanie Persson

AFLW future unclear amidst financial insecurity

AFLW future unclear amidst financial insecurity

The AFL have secured a line of credit to cushion the blow of the delayed season, but it remains unclear how the AFLW will be affected by financial uncertainty in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. 31 Mar 2020
'One of the most contentious aspects of the women's league': Why cancel the AFLW?

'One of the most contentious aspects of the women's league': Why cancel the AFLW?

While most AFLW fans, players and clubs agree that putting a stop to the AFLW season was an unfortunate but necessary decision, there is much debate as to whether the season should have been cancelled or postponed. 24 Mar 2020
BREAKING: AFLW cancelled in response to coronavirus pandemic

BREAKING: AFLW cancelled in response to coronavirus pandemic

It’s a devastating blow to the clubs and players that have made it to the preliminary finals, but the 2020 season has officially been cancelled. 22 Mar 2020
3 Things We Learned in Semi-Final 3: Carlton Blues vs Brisbane Lions

3 Things We Learned in Semi-Final 3: Carlton Blues vs Brisbane Lions

A game that looked to be a nail-biter early on turned into a bit of a runaway for the Blues who move on to the preliminary final against North Melbourne… assuming it goes ahead. 22 Mar 2020
AFLW Finals: What to Expect

AFLW Finals: What to Expect

The first round of finals games will see the top four from each conference clash in a knock-out format with no second chances. 20 Mar 2020
‘Just a cheeky little broken nose’: AFLW Social Wrap Round 6

‘Just a cheeky little broken nose’: AFLW Social Wrap Round 6

Round 6 of the AFLW has been marred by a series of shocking and disappointing announcements regarding the immediate future of the league in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. We can only hope that the season will finish in a way that does the sport, the athletes, and their fans justice. In the meantime, let’s focus on something positive, namely, the best of social media from the last week. 17 Mar 2020
Must-See! The best moments from AFLW Round 6

Must-See! The best moments from AFLW Round 6

The coronavirus outbreak has rocked the sporting world and the AFLW has been no exception. We will undoubtedly see an increase in precautionary measures over the coming weeks and there is no way of knowing how the league will be affected. In the meantime, we might as well acknowledge and appreciate the many fantastic sporting moments we have been privy to over the last week. So here we are. 16 Mar 2020
3 Things We Learned: Western Bulldogs vs Fremantle Dockers

3 Things We Learned: Western Bulldogs vs Fremantle Dockers

The question of whether the lack of a crowd would result in lower intensity games was answered today by a physical contest between Freo and the Bulldogs. The effort that both teams brought saw the game break the record for the highest aggregate score in an AFLW game, finally settling at 66-51. 15 Mar 2020
Coronavirus: The Impact on AFLW

Coronavirus: The Impact on AFLW

The AFL has announced that, commencing on Saturday, March 14th, all AFLW matches will be off-limits to supporters. 13 Mar 2020
AFLW One to Watch: Kalinda Howarth and 'the best and worst year' of her life

AFLW One to Watch: Kalinda Howarth and 'the best and worst year' of her life

One of the many young players that have taken the 2020 AFLW season by a storm is Gold Coast Suns Rising Star nominee Kalinda Howarth. 13 Mar 2020
‘She’s dominating’: AFLW Social Wrap Round 5

‘She’s dominating’: AFLW Social Wrap Round 5

This week, Round 5 coincided with International Women’s Day and we saw a welcome influx in encouragement and support for women’s sport across social media. The AFLW league and teams had plenty to say, as did the many insatiable fans who just can’t get enough. 10 Mar 2020
Crumbs to Candy: Must-watch moments from AFLW Round 5

Crumbs to Candy: Must-watch moments from AFLW Round 5

As finals draw nearer, the pressure mounts for teams to place in the top 3 of each conference and Round 5 did not disappoint, hosting some great moments of women’s footy. Here are the best of them. 9 Mar 2020
3 Things We Learned: Gold Coast Suns vs Geelong Cats

3 Things We Learned: Gold Coast Suns vs Geelong Cats

Another classic AFLW arm wrestle sees Geelong remain in finals contention while the Gold Coast Suns fall victim to the expansion team woes of the 2020 season. 6 Mar 2020
10 Best AFLW Players of the Season (So Far)

10 Best AFLW Players of the Season (So Far)

It’s been difficult, but here are our picks for the top 10 AFLW players of the season, going into Round 5. 4 Mar 2020
3 Things We Learned: West Coast Eagles vs Western Bulldogs

3 Things We Learned: West Coast Eagles vs Western Bulldogs

There’s hope for the fledgling Eagles who have taken flight at last, just in time for the second half of the season. 29 Feb 2020
‘So many good kickers’: AFLW Social Wrap Round 3

‘So many good kickers’: AFLW Social Wrap Round 3

The hashtags for AFLW, HerStoryOurFuture and GenW are a veritable goldmine of reminders why the AFLW is awesome. To save you the effort of catching up on these, we’ve collated the best of social media for the last week which should be an ample dose of positivity to get you pumped for Round 4. 27 Feb 2020
WATCH! This week's most amazing AFLW moments

WATCH! This week's most amazing AFLW moments

After an action-packed week, it’s time to relive the highlights before we prepare for the next round. 27 Feb 2020
3 Things We Learned: Greater Western Sydney vs West Coast Eagles

3 Things We Learned: Greater Western Sydney vs West Coast Eagles

It was another grizzly defeat for the Eagles in Round 3, this time against GWS on their home ground in Blacktown. The Giants were able to dominate the game using their experience to apply consistent pressure to the AFLW newcomers. 23 Feb 2020
'Watch this every time a troll dampens AFLW': Best of Social Media Round 2

'Watch this every time a troll dampens AFLW': Best of Social Media Round 2

AFLW Round 2 was full of lung-busting, eye-watering, heart-warming moments and we've collected the very best, right here. 22 Feb 2020
Gold Coast excelling among AFLW's struggling expansion teams

Gold Coast excelling among AFLW's struggling expansion teams

Will the expansion teams continue to improve as we head into Round 3? 22 Feb 2020
3 Things We Learned: West Coast Eagles vs Fremantle Dockers

3 Things We Learned: West Coast Eagles vs Fremantle Dockers

Freo rises to challenge their rivals in the inaugural AFLW Western Derby, running out 60-15 winners at Optus Stadium. 16 Feb 2020