Geelong beat West Coast by 53 points to dent Eagles' finals hopes
West Coast's AFLW finals hopes were dealt a major blow on Saturday night after an 8.18 (66) to 1.7 (13) defeat to Geelong. The 53-point loss was the Eagles' biggest defeat of the season, with the home side held goalless until co-captain Bella Lewis scored late in the fourth quarter. Georgie Prespakis recorded 39 disposals for the Cats.
James Jordon pictured in America with partner following Pullman Hotel incident
Sydney Swans player James Jordon has been pictured holidaying in Texas with partner Emily Twycross, almost two months after the Pullman Hotel incident. The couple appeared in photos alongside teammate Tom Papley and Steffie Waters. Jordon is one of five Swans players suspended over the August 17 event, with Victoria Police confirming the investigation remains ongoing and no charges have been laid.
Brisbane beat Port Adelaide by 16 points to snap losing streak
Brisbane snapped a five-game losing run with a 16-point win over Port Adelaide at Brighton Homes Arena on Saturday, finishing 5.4 (34) to 2.6 (18). The Lions kicked the first three goals of the match in windy conditions and held Port Adelaide to two goals from 39 inside-50 entries. Ally Anderson collected 24 disposals for Brisbane, while Shanae Davison kicked the sealing goal in the final term.
Adelaide defeat Gold Coast to end Suns' winning streak
Adelaide have ended Gold Coast's six-match winning streak with a 10.3 (63) to 7.11 (53) victory at Unley Oval on Saturday. Sisters Grace and Niamh Kelly combined for five goals before Chloe Bown sealed the result with a minute remaining. Adelaide's Maddie Newman was carried from the ground in the third quarter with a potentially serious left knee injury.
Collingwood responds to concerns within its AFLW program
Collingwood has responded to concerns surrounding its AFLW program, according to the Herald Sun. Club hierarchy addressed the playing group on Friday amid reports of looming league-wide cost cuts.
Western Bulldogs defeat Carlton by 30 points at IKON Park
The Western Bulldogs have recorded their fifth consecutive victory, defeating Carlton by 30 points at IKON Park on Saturday. The Bulldogs led throughout to win 8.8 (56) to 3.8 (26), ending the Blues' three-match winning run. Mikala Cann collected 27 disposals and a goal for the Bulldogs, while Harriet Cordner had 30 disposals and 16 marks for Carlton.
Melbourne qualify for finals with 62-point win over Richmond
Melbourne have secured an AFLW finals berth after defeating Richmond by 62 points at Ikon Park on Friday night. Ryleigh Wotherspoon kicked a career-best four goals and gathered 25 disposals in the 14.10 (94) to 5.2 (32) victory. The win moves the Demons into second place on the ladder alongside already-qualified sides Geelong and North Melbourne.
Essendon delists Nik Cox, Tom Edwards and Kayle Gerreyn
Essendon has delisted Nik Cox, Tom Edwards and Kayle Gerreyn ahead of next month's AFL Draft. The Bombers confirmed they remain open to offering the trio summer train-on opportunities depending on how their drafting plays out. Cox played 61 games across six seasons after being selected with pick No.8 in 2020, while Edwards made nine senior appearances and Gerreyn went uncapped.
North Melbourne emerges as frontrunner to sign delisted ruck Samson Ryan
North Melbourne has emerged as the frontrunner to sign former Richmond tall Samson Ryan as a delisted free agent, according to AFL.com.au. The 25-year-old ruckman was delisted by the Tigers earlier this month with a year remaining on his contract after 31 games. The Kangaroos are looking to bolster their ruck stocks when the delisted free agency window opens in November.
West Coast recruit Melbourne duo Trent Rivers and Jack Viney
West Coast have acquired Melbourne premiership pair Trent Rivers and Jack Viney in the final minutes of the trade period on Wednesday. Rivers has signed a five-year deal with the Eagles, according to Callum Twomey. Melbourne received pick 45 along with future draft picks in exchange for the duo and a future second-round selection.