Nick Dal Santo to depart as St Kilda AFLW coach
St Kilda AFLW coach Nick Dal Santo will step down following Saturday's match against Collingwood, concluding six seasons in the role. The Saints confirmed the decision on Friday, with the team winless after eight games this season. St Kilda also announced an independent review of its AFLW program, to be led by football executive Brad Lloyd.
Zak Butters joins Western Bulldogs on nine-year deal
Zak Butters has officially joined the Western Bulldogs on a nine-year contract as a restricted free agent. Port Adelaide chose not to match the offer and accepted pick No. 5 as draft compensation. The 26-year-old midfielder leaves Port Adelaide after playing 156 games.
Geelong defeat Greater Western Sydney by 63 points at GMHBA Stadium
Geelong have recorded a 63-point victory over Greater Western Sydney at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday, winning 14.12 (96) to 5.3 (33). Georgie Prespakis collected a personal-best 40 disposals and 12 score involvements, while Aishling Moloney kicked four goals. The Cats' win was soured by a late shoulder injury to key defender Claudia Gunjaca.
Ben King joins Hawthorn as a restricted free agent
Ben King is officially a Hawthorn player after Gold Coast chose not to match the Hawks' contract offer for the restricted free agent. The Suns receive pick seven as draft compensation for the key forward, who kicked 131 goals over the past two seasons for Gold Coast.
Gold Coast beat Melbourne by 22 points for sixth straight win
Gold Coast have secured their first ever AFLW victory over Melbourne, defeating the Demons 9.7 (61) to 5.9 (39) in Mackay on Saturday night. The 22-point triumph marked the Suns' sixth consecutive win and moved them to 7-2 on the season. Charlie Rowbottom collected 33 disposals, while Ava Usher, Mikayla Nurse and Havana Harris kicked two goals each.
Adelaide defeat Richmond by 32 points at Ikon Park
Adelaide kept their finals hopes alive with a 32-point win over Richmond at Ikon Park on Saturday night, winning 9.8 (62) to 4.6 (30). Bouncing back from a Showdown loss, the Crows restricted the Tigers to one goal each quarter. Adelaide captain Ebony Marinoff led the match with 40 disposals and 13 tackles.
Essendon explores trade interest in Geelong forward Gryan Miers
Essendon is exploring early interest in Geelong forward Gryan Miers, according to Callum Twomey. The 27-year-old premiership player has two years remaining on his contract with the Cats and is keen to stay. Miers was previously courted by West Coast before his manager Liam Pickering ruled out a trade to the Eagles.
Sydney rejects North Melbourne trade offer for Nick Blakey
Sydney has turned down an initial trade offer from North Melbourne for Nick Blakey, according to Callum Twomey. The Kangaroos tabled pick No. 6 along with later selections for the 26-year-old defender, but the Swans made clear they will not accept the proposal. Blakey had earlier nominated North Melbourne as his preferred club after receiving an eight-year contract offer.
Richmond registers interest in Brisbane defender Keidean Coleman
Richmond is among the clubs that have registered interest in Brisbane defender Keidean Coleman, according to Josh Gabelich. However, the Tigers will only make a play for Coleman if Jayden Short is traded.
Harry Cunningham to join Adelaide following delisting by Sydney
Sydney veteran Harry Cunningham will join Adelaide on a two-year playing contract after being delisted by the Swans. The 32-year-old is set to be selected by the Crows in the rookie draft, with an eye towards transitioning into a coaching role beyond his playing career. Cunningham played 233 games for Sydney across 15 seasons.