Demons upset Lions for AFLW premiership
Melbourne have claimed their first AFLW premiership, upsetting the Brisbane Lions by four points in a low-scoring epic in the second grand final of 2022.
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Giants set for AFL No.1 pick call
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Voss helps open Brisbane Lions’ new base
Carlton coach Michael Voss returned to the Brisbane Lions to open the club's new base at Springfield ahead of the AFLW grand final.
Lions try to brush off AFLW favourites tag
Brisbane Lions coach Craig Starcevich has attempted to brush off his side's favourite status ahead of the AFLW grand final against Melbourne.
Young gun Grider a Lions ‘jet’ in AFLW GF
Brisbane defender Natalie Grider is only 22 but ahead of the AFLW decider veteran Lions teammate Kate Lutkins says she's playing with maturity beyond her years.
Lions, Demons guided by their AFLW coaches
Melbourne's Mick Stinear and the Brisbane Lions' Craig Starcevich are the only AFLW coaches remaining from inaugural season of the competition in 2017.
How Wardlaw became Lions AFLW whiz
Brisbane forward Jesse Wardlaw will play the AFLW grand final against Melbourne on a high after her dedication to become the comp's leading goal scorer.
Stubborn Lutkins to play 50th in AFLW GF
Brisbane defender Kate Lutkins says great support and her stubbornness helped her recovery from a torn ACL at the start of 2022 to make the AFLW grand final.
Ratten reunites with Clarkson at Kangaroos
Six weeks after he was sacked by St Kilda, Brett Ratten has joined Alastair Clarkson at North Melbourne as a part-time assistant coach.
Demons’ old hands steering AFLW flag bid
Melbourne coach Mick Stinear and five of his players remain from the inaugural AFLW season, hoping to lead the club to its first women's premiership.
Gillon McLachlan to steer AFL into 2023
Gillon McLachlan will remain as AFL CEO until April 2023, with the league now hopeful of appointing his replacement early in the new year.
AFLW star Anderson’s nod to Lions history
Brisbane Lions midfielder Ally Anderson is aiming to replicate the feats of Jason Akermanis and Simon Black after snaring the AFLW's best and fairest award.
Lions on red alert for Harris in AFLW GF
Brisbane Lions defender Shannon Campbell says former teammate Tayla Harris will be out to prove a point for Melbourne when the sides clash in the AFLW decider.
AFLW winner Anderson targets grand final
AFLW best and fairest winner Ally Anderson wants to set the award aside as she prepares for Brisbane's home grand final against Melbourne.
Starcevich the Lions king for AFLW decider
Brisbane Lions AFLW coach Craig Starcevich has been hailed by key defender Shannon Campbell as the side's rock ahead of the grand final against Melbourne.
AFLW star Purcell relishing time at Demons
Dual All-Australian midfielder Olivia Purcell feared she might not play AFLW in 2022, instead she is preparing for her second grand final in seven months.
Lions’ Anderson stuns with AFLW award
Brisbane onballer Ally Anderson has surprised everyone - including herself - by winning the AFLW best-and-fairest award.
Lions adopt Waugh footing for AFLW decider
Brisbane Lions winger Sophie Conway says her team is not satisfied with what they have achieved this year and have a ruthless mindset ahead of the AFLW decider.
Bates’ loyalty to Lions leads to AFLW GF
Brisbane Lions star Emily Bates was headhunted to leave the club at the start of 2022 after a stellar season, but a player pact to stay together has paid off.
Potential No.1 pick would embrace GWS move
GWS are set to pounce for Aaron Cadman with the first live pick of the AFL draft, with the key forward adamant he is up for a move away from Victoria.
Family ties inspire AFLW star Lily Mithen
Laurie Mithen was a five-time VFL flag hero for Melbourne and AFLW star Lily Mithen hopes to add another premiership piece to the family legacy.
Lions take aim at AFLW GF venue critics
Brighton Homes Arena has come in for some criticism over its new playing surface but the Brisbane Lions believe they have the best AFLW venue in the country.
Daisy Pearce uncertain over AFLW future
Melbourne captain Daisy Pearce will embark on a coaching career when her AFLW playing days are over but hasn't yet made a decision on when that will be.
Dees star Harris clear for AFLW decider
A shoulder injury won't stop Melbourne forward-ruck Tayla Harris competing in Sunday's AFLW grand final against the Brisbane Lions.
Demons happy to enter Lions’ new AFLW den
Melbourne coach Mick Stinear has no issue with playing at Brisbane's new venue, which will host its first competitive fixture with the AFLW grand final.
Harris under AFLW grand final injury cloud
Melbourne's Tayla Harris hurt her left shoulder in a marking contest but is expected to be fit for the AFLW grand final against the Brisbane Lions.
Dees hold off North to reach AFLW decider
Melbourne will take on minor premiers Brisbane in the AFLW grand final after grinding out a 17-point win over North Melbourne at Ikon Park.
Lions survive prelim, eye second AFLW flag
Brisbane will boast vast grand final experience and surprise home ground advantage for the AFLW decider that will be played at their new Springfield base.
Bates powers Lions to fourth AFLW decider
Brisbane's dominant first half has helped them to a 23-point defeat of Adelaide in Friday's AFLW preliminary final on the Gold Coast.
Lions lock in AFLW final in Springfield
Brisbane coach Craig Starcevich is confident the fresh surface at their new Springfield headquarters will hold up in next Sunday's AFLW grand final.
Demons equipped to snare elusive AFLW flag
After six fruitless AFLW seasons, red-hot Melbourne believe a flag is within reach as they prepare to take on North Melbourne for a spot in the grand final.