AFLW 2025 AFLW season - Geelong & the greater league...

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KEY AFLW PLAYER MOVEMENT DATES​

• November 6 - AFLW Draft Nominations open 9am (AEDST)
• November 27 - AFLW Draft Nominations close 5pm (AEDST)
• December 4 to December 10 - AFLW Trade Period
  
  
• December 15, 2025 - 2025 Telstra AFLW Draft

Geelong's current picks - 7, 25, 43, 61 & 79

Link to current Draft Picks

Indicative AFLW Draft Order

Check out your club's picks for the 2025 Telstra AFLW Draft

www.afl.com.au

 

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I'm seriously getting sick of these holding the ball interpretations

Take possession, tackled immediately and don't get a disposal is a free kick

But take possession, take a couple of steps and ball comes out via non-legal disposal and it's play on


It's really hard to get behind this new rule

 

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And bugger, now JCG out with a hamstring issue

 

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Port given a free kick for a sling tackle, when not long earlier Houghton grabs Kearns by the top of the guernsey and literally slung her to ground for a ball up

 

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A scrappy game, not one for the highlights reel but we held on

 

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And we've jumped into the 8

 

[nomoreklondikes]

That deliberate free that led to our winning goal was hot garbage but I’ll take it. Back in the season.

 

[winty]

I think we did irrepairable damage to Essendon. They were undefeated going into our game, but lost to us by 5 goals, then 52 points against the Saints, and currently are down 31-0 at half time against Freo.

 

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That deliberate free that led to our winning goal was hot garbage but I’ll take it. Back in the season.

It an interesting decision, but after the holding free paid against us in Ports forward line when we didn't get the same frees up our end, I'll take a dodgy free kick going our way

 

[thegerman]

Such an impressive win from the ladies. Thought the ump was going to square up for that howler we got in the goal square at the end.

We dug deep and I’m very happy with how we went. Pres sensational again. She’s dominating at the moment. Love having Dunlop in the ruck, she’s such a great contributor in the contest and very strong core and doesn’t get knocked over.

 

[patience]

I’m only just catching up. Been without internet all day. Great to see another win for the women

 

[Gunf]

Missed the game but glad the girls got another win

 

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Think it's safe to say that these two teams don't like each other

 

[ToreadorMarch]

And love the inconsistency with holding the ball still

Holding free against Kearns just inside Ports 50

The incoming kick came off hands, Port player takes possession, is tackled and then pushes the ball out - can't work out how it wasn't a holding the ball or incorrect disposal free


And pretty sure that Kenny should have received a 50m penalty - took a mark on our 50m arc, her opponent stands the mark before another Port player came in to stand in front and created her own new mark

Saw that too - clear 50m

 

[ToreadorMarch]

Such an impressive win from the ladies. Thought the ump was going to square up for that howler we got in the goal square at the end.

We dug deep and I’m very happy with how we went. Pres sensational again. She’s dominating at the moment. Love having Dunlop in the ruck, she’s such a great contributor in the contest and very strong core and doesn’t get knocked over.

Love this, but can’t get behind you on Dunlop. Thought she was poor, smashed by her direct opponent, moved off ball way too easy for her size and stands still after first effort; Harry Madden gave a stronger second effort in the last two years of his career than she is now at the beginning of hers. Needs to get fitter, not sure this league can carry lumbering rucks

 

[ToreadorMarch]

Hope you loved that one Kurdas! That lady is so unprofessional in her bias against Cats from the commentary box; virtually barracking for Port at the end. AFLW deserves better going forward. I have no knowledge of this, but it’s almost like she went for a coaching job at Geelong and missed out, the way she treats us. Great win from the girls. Prez is a star; cleanest and smoothest player in the league at the moment. Should have smashed them if we could convert early

 

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Anyone else thinking this match may have some extra feeling in it after last Friday?

 

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Geelong Diary: What's on the menu in Grand Final week, AFLW Focus​

Geelong fans will have plenty of chances to see their heroes this week in the build up to the 2025 AFL Grand Final
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It will be a busy week at the Cattery in preparation for the 2025 Toyota AFL Grand Final, Geelong setting their sights on the 11th premiership in the club's V/AFL history.

There will be plenty of exciting opportunities to hear from and see the players, including press conferences and interviews, the Captain's Run and Grand Final Parade before attention turns to Saturday's blockbuster clash.

A number of exciting activations will also be available for Cats fans this week, with the Cats Shop open for business, Geelong's Finals G, the Gatorade March to the 'G and so much more.

Geelong's AFLW team will also be in action on Thursday night at GMHBA Stadium for their Round 7 clash with Hawthorn.

Check out everything on the agenda this week in the lead up to Saturday's Grand Final, proudly presented by Lee Kum Kee.

TUESDAY​

4.00pm - Geelong's Deakin AFLW Health Update will be released ahead of Round 7.

WEDNESDAY​

3.00pm - Superstar Geelong forwards, Jeremy Cameron

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Jeremy Cameron

Age

32

Ht

196cm

Wt

94kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

12.5

3star

K

9.0

3star

HB

3.4

3star

M

5.4

5star

T

1.6

4star

G

2.6

5star

D

10.0

3star

K

7.1

3star

HB

2.9

2star

M

4.6

4star

T

2.0

3star

G

1.9

5star

D

8.2

2star

K

5.0

2star

HB

3.2

3star

M

4.6

5star

T

2.4

4star

G

2.0

5star

and Aishling Moloney will speak to media in a joint press conference opportunity.
6.20pm - The AFLW Cats will select their team for Thursday night's clash with Hawthorn.

THURSDAY​

7.15pm - The AFLW Cats will take on Hawthorn at GMHBA Stadium in their Round 7 clash.

SUNDAY​

10.00am - No matter the result on Saturday afternoon, join us at St Mary's Oval for the Geelong Cats Supporters Day on Sunday to celebrate the 2025 season.

Geelong Diary: What's on the menu in Grand Final week

Geelong fans will have plenty of chances to see their heroes this week in the build up to the 2025 AFL Grand Final

www.geelongcats.com.au

 

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AFLW Coaches Votes​

Mikayla Bowen has continued her extraordinary start to the year, receiving 10 coaches votes for her strong performance against Port Adelaide on Saturday.

Collecting 25 disposals, six score involvements and five intercept possessions, Bowen's forward pressure was a telling factor, laying eight tackles inside 50 to cap off a dominant display at Alberton Oval.

Georgie Prespakis maintained her position in second spot on the overall leaderboard, receiving eight votes in Round 6 to take her season tally to 49 votes, quite a remarkable feat considering 60 votes is the most a player can have to this point of the year.

The star midfielder finished the match with 24 disposals, six clearances and seven score involvements, helping Geelong to secure their third consecutive win.


Nina Morrison (18 disposals, two goals) and Jackie Parry (19 disposals, one goal) both received four votes in Round 6, taking their season tallies to 12 and 19 votes respectively.

Every week, the two senior coaches for each game give votes on a 5-4-3-2-1 basis, meaning 10 votes is the maximum a player can receive in each round.

The player with the most votes at the end of the home-and-away season will win the Sharp EIT Solutions AFLCA Champion Player of the Year Award.

Round 6 Coaches Votes | Port Adelaide v Geelong Cats​

VOTES	PLAYER	TEAM
10	Mikayla Bowen	GEEL
8	Georgie Prespakis	GEEL
4	Matilda Scholz	PORT
4	Nina Morrison	GEEL
4	Jackie Parry	GEEL

Geelong Cats 2025 Coaches' Votes Leaderboard​

VOTES	PLAYER
49	Georgie Prespakis
19	Jackie Parry
18	Mikayla Bowen
12	Nina Morrison
6	Amy McDonald
4	Aishling Moloney
3	Becky Webster
2	Georgie Rankin
2	Julia Crockett-Grills
1	Claudia Gunjaca

Total leaderboard is bit of a two horse race halfway through the season

 

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we're being forced into 2 changes this week

Geelong Cats can provide the following Deakin AFLW Health Update ahead of the Cats’ Round 7 match against Hawthorn at GMHBA Stadium on Thursday.

Kate Darby has overcome her calf injury and has resumed full training. As such, she is now available for selection.

Following an incident on Saturday, Emma Kilpatrick has entered into the AFL concussion protocol and will be unavailable for selection.

Geelong Head of AFLW Dominique Condo can provide the following updates on Julia Crockett-Grills and Shelley Scott.

Unavailable​

Julia Crockett-Grills Hamstring, TBC

“Julia Crockett-Grills came from the ground in the fourth quarter against Port Adelaide with a hamstring concern. Julia is currently undergoing further assessment, and we will have a better idea of her return to play timelines later in the week, however she will be unavailable for selection on Thursday against the Hawks.”

Shelley Scott Calf, 5-6 weeks

“Shelley is progressing through her rehab and has now returned to running. She will continue to work through her recovery with an aim to be available for selection back end of the season.”

Geelong Cats Round 7 Deakin AFLW Health Update​

Player	Injury	Timeline
Shelley Scott	Calf	5-6 weeks
Emma Kilpatrick	Concussion	Concussion protocol
Julia Crockett-Grills	Hamstring	TBC
Chloe Scheer	Knee	Indefinite

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Can we look at Smith & O'Rourke as the inclusions please

 

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Good to see Fowler training without the Batman mask

 

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Team changes are in

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Geelong has made three changes for their blockbuster clash with Hawthorn at GMHBA Stadium on Thursday night.

Experienced Cat, Kate Darby will make her return from injury, set to play her first game since the Round 1 game against North Melbourne.

Bryde O'Rourke is also set to make her first appearance since Round 2, while Bella Smith returns after missing the last two games.

Julia Crockett-Grills (hamstring) and Emma Kilpatrick (concussion) both come out of the side, while Gabbi Featherston (omitted) also makes way for the returning trio.

It is set to be an thrilling night at the Cattery that will kickoff a blockbuster weekend for the club, with Geelong and Hawthorn to do battle from 7.15pm AEST on Thursday night at GMHBA Stadium.

Geelong supporters are encouraged to attend the match and can get two for one tickets to the game, follow the link through the promo tile below to secure your seat through Ticketmaster.

Fans who attend an AFLW match this Thursday or Friday will have the chance to win one of five double passes to the 2025 Toyota AFL Grand Final between Geelong and the Brisbane Lions on Saturday 27 September.

Entering the competition is simple – fans will automatically go in the draw when they scan their ticket upon entry to a selected AFLW match.

AFLW Team Selection | Three Changes for Thursday Night Footy

Geelong has selected their team for Thursday's blockbuster clash with Hawthorn at GMHBA Stadium

www.geelongcats.com.au

 

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I'm really liking the direction we've taken with team selection over the past month

With two forced changes this week it would have been a somewhat easier option to bring back Meg, especially with losing Kilpatrick from defence, but we've resisted and am backing in the younger players to continue getting the job done

I know Darby is a veteran, but I see her selection as a direct swap with Featherston and being one to provide support to Dunlop in the ruck - I'm not sure we've got as much from Gabbi this season as last season, and maybe just a little lost in her role

With Darby's return it will likely mean that those situations where we've seen Parry drop back behind the ball late in quarters could be shared between both of them, allowing us to keep a tall in our forward line for any counter attack situations

 

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Only taken until round 7 and our third home game for the gals to get their own pump up entry video like the guys had all season