Geelong pessimistic about securing Rowan Marshall from St Kilda
Geelong are pessimistic about securing Rowan Marshall after refusing to meet St Kilda's trade demands, according to Jon Ralph. The Saints are seeking the Cats' first-round selection, pick 14, as well as a player for the contracted ruckman. However, Geelong are unwilling to part with their first-round draft pick to complete a deal.
Sam Walsh wins second John Nicholls Medal
Carlton midfielder Sam Walsh has claimed his second John Nicholls Medal, winning the Blues' 2026 best and fairest on Sunday night. Walsh polled a record 212 votes to finish comfortably ahead of recruit Ollie Florent on 177 votes and captain Patrick Cripps on 176. The 2021 winner became the 24th VFL/AFL player in Carlton history to win multiple club best and fairest awards.
Lachie Neale joins Collingwood as an unrestricted free agent
Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale has joined Collingwood as an unrestricted free agent on a three-year contract. The Lions received Pick 39 as Band 3 compensation for the 33-year-old, who won three premierships and two Brownlow Medals across eight seasons with the club.
Gryan Miers undergoes medical with West Coast amid trade interest
Geelong forward Gryan Miers has undergone a medical with West Coast as the Eagles explore a potential trade. The assessment took place on Friday ahead of Miers travelling overseas, serving as a safeguard should talks progress. Miers prefers to remain with the Cats, where he has two years remaining on his contract, having finished the season playing with a partially torn ACL.
Nathan Buckley withdraws from North Melbourne coaching race
Nathan Buckley has withdrawn from the race to become North Melbourne's next senior coach. The Geelong assistant coach was scheduled to formally present to the club's selection panel on Saturday, but informed the Kangaroos late last week of his decision to step aside. Candidates Daniel Giansiracusa, Jaymie Graham, David Hale and Xavier Clarke remain in contention to succeed Alastair Clarkson.
West Coast defeat Fremantle to claim first AFLW derby win
West Coast have recorded their first AFLW derby victory, defeating Fremantle by 12 points at Sullivan Logistics Stadium on Sunday. The Eagles came from behind in the final quarter to win 5.9 (39) to 4.3 (27), ending an eight-game losing streak against their crosstown rivals. Ella Roberts was awarded her second derby medal after finishing with 22 disposals and a goal.
North Melbourne beat Sydney to return to top of AFLW ladder
North Melbourne have returned to the top of the AFLW ladder with a 55-point win over Sydney at Arden Street on Sunday, finishing 10.11 (71) to 2.4 (16). The victory was soured by a fourth-quarter hamstring injury to Emma Kearney in her 100th AFLW match, which will require scans. Sydney also lost ruck Ally Morphett to a knee injury in the opening minutes.
Oscar Allen hits back at critics after Brisbane premiership win
Brisbane forward Oscar Allen has hit back at his critics on social media following the Lions' premiership victory. The former West Coast co-captain, who joined Brisbane as a free agent, thanked supporters and said he would remain "rent free" to those who wrote him off. Allen kicked two goals in the Grand Final against Fremantle, finishing with 25 majors in his debut season at the club.
Melbourne defeat Collingwood by 21 points at Victoria Park
Melbourne have returned to the winners list with a 6.6 (42) to 2.9 (21) victory over Collingwood at Victoria Park on Sunday. Mia Austin kicked three first-half goals to lead the Demons, while Paxy Paxman gathered 20 disposals in her 100th AFLW match. Ash Centra had a game-high 30 disposals for the Magpies.
Western Bulldogs defeat St Kilda as Saints score solitary behind
The Western Bulldogs have defeated St Kilda 3.13 (31) to 0.1 (1) in wet conditions at Mars Stadium in Ballarat on Saturday. The Saints kicked their only point with 90 seconds remaining in the match to remain winless on the bottom of the AFLW ladder. Isabelle Pritchard collected 35 disposals and six clearances for the Bulldogs.