Women's Footy Bulldogs 2016-2017 thread

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Basically a thread to try and keep all women articles, listing, and other news so members can go to one spot.

Katie Brennan has announced that she wants to be drafted to Western Bulldogs as a marquee player:
Western Bulldogs to nominate 5 players for the marquee player listing on Thursday 30th/June which two of those players will sign with the club at an expected 25k for the season.

Bulldogs listed players Darcy Vescio and Meg Hutchin appears to be on the move with Darcy accepting a job at the Carlton Football Club and Meg Hutchin accepting a Football Operations Manager Role with Collingwood Football Club.

It’s expected Brennan and former Matildas goal-keeper Brianna Davey will occupy the two positions at the Bulldogs. Davey is an explosive defender and, with Brennan, would help set up the Bulldogs’ spine.

With a background in exercise and sports science, Brennan wants to help upskill the next crop of female stars at the club.

“I’m at the stage where I know where I want to play,” she told foxfooty.com.au.

“I’m coming to an agreement with the Doggies and making it suit for both of us. I’ve declined any other conversations with clubs because I know where I want to be in 2017. It’s a club that my heart is definitely with.

BY THE NUMBERS
■ 400 — the approximate number of new open age women playing football in Victoria this year.

■ 100 — the approximate number of new women’s and Youth Girls football teams formed in Victoria this year.

■ 8 — the number of clubs who will form the AFL national women’s competition next year: Adelaide, Brisbane, Carlton, Collingwood, Fremantle, Greater Western Sydney, Melbourne and Western Bulldogs.

■ 6 — the number of rounds that will make up next year’s AFL national women’s competition, which will be held during February and March.

 

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Mission Foods is the major sponsor for the Bulldogs Women's Team in 2016 and will likely be part of the sponsorship next year and in the future.

dave stephenson reported a while ago two-four major international companies are interested in backing the Women's team which will allow those companies to gain a foothold in Australian Sports and may also become Western Bulldogs Male Team Sponsors.

 

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Former Western Bulldogs Women's coach Craig Starcevich has officially been appointed Coach of the Lions Team, we wish him all the best.

 

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Women's Team Player Profiles via AFL.com.au
2016 WOMEN'S EXHIBITION GAMES


1. Darcy VESCIO 3-Aug-93 161cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

One of the best forwards in the game. Uses her pace and strong attack on the ball to regularly put herself in dangerous positions A popular member of the Bulldogs’ team in its past three exhibition matches, she has clean hands and is a good kick for goal, making her a handful for opposition defenders.

2. Meg HUTCHINS 3-Feb-82 173cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

Veteran who continues to play at an elite level. The leading key defender in the female game for more than a decade. A seven-time All-Australian at national level, she has been among the best players for the Bulldogs in recent exhibition matches with her aerial game a feature.

3. Emma HUMPHRIES 27-JUL-95 164cm Tasmania/Burnie Dockers

Relatively new to the game but was the Burnie Dockers’ best first-year player in 2014. Also best on ground for Tasmania against Queensland at North Hobart Oval. Excellent runner who plays through the midfield.

4. Karen PAXMAN 25-NOV-87 Victoria/Darebin Falcons

The best gut-runner in women’s football. A wily veteran returning to football after a year off travelling, she is rarely beaten in the air or on the ground. Always takes the game on and is best-suited across half-back.

5. Emma KEARNEY 24-SEP89 168cm Victoria/Melbourne Uni

Has gone from strength to strength as a tough and highly skilled midfielder who works hard all day. A great leader on the field. Has also played elite-level cricket.

6. Nicole CALLINAN 26-DEC-82 164cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Versatile, hard-running and highly skilled veteran who can play as a small defender or outside midfielder. Started footy after a long and successful indoor cricket career. Takes nothing for granted and works hard both on and off the track.

7. Jamie LAMBERT 8-JUL-94 160cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

Plays with heart and is a tough-as-nails, uncompromising inside midfielder who dominates stoppages at local level. Young player with plenty of upside.

9. Kimberley EBB 6-APR-87 170cm Victoria/Seaford Tigers

A veteran of more than 200 VWFL games, she uses her experience to full measure. Hard-running, highly skilled half-back and midfielder. A true competitor who leaves nothing in the tank.

10. Kaitlyn ASHMORE 8-Nov-91 173cm Victoria/Melbourne Uni

One of the hardest running players in female footy, she regularly outworks opponents off half-back or on a wing. Elite runner and fierce competitor with outstanding foot skills. One of the most influential players at club level and in exhibition matches.

11. Richelle CRANSTON 25-SEP-89 171cm Victoria/Geelong Magpies

Flexible forward who can run well and is capable of playing as an inside midfielder. Super-quick, clean with her hands, tough and a great kick for goal.

12. Norieul KINROSS 11-APR-86 181cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Veteran ruckman who has had to play second fiddle to Aasta O'Connor at Darebin. With O’Connor out as she recovers from a knee injury, Kinross has relished the chance to be No. 1 ruck and is improving rapidly. Courageous player who regularly drops back to make life hard for opposition key forwards.

13. Lauren ARNELL 15-Mar-87 165cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Grew up an avid Bulldogs fan, she reads the play well and has high work rate. Elite stoppage player who positions herself well in aerial contests and outmuscles opponents to gain front position. Loves kicking goals when given a chance.

14. Madeline KERYK 9-MAR-95 170cm Victoria/Melbourne Uni

Started at Auskick with her brothers and has developed into a super-reliable footballer. Strong overhead and works hard to provide protection for her team's ball carrier. A star at under-18 level who has moved into senior footy with ease. With a big tank, her running between the 50s is second-to-none.

15. Nicola STEVENS 24-MAR-93 173cm Victoria/Melbourne Uni

A natural leader, the highly rated mid-sized defender is excellent at intercept marking and makes good decisions. Crippled by serious injury in the early stages of her senior career, she has returned bigger and better, ready to take her game to the next level.

16. Katie BRENNAN 2-OCT-92 175cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Star forward who has returned to the side after missing the Dogs’ earlier match through injury. Has strong hands and a massive engine. Also shows incredible leadership with her on-field actions and off-field preparation.

17. Steph CHIOCCI 6-Dec-88 170cm Victoria/Diamond Creek

Lightning-quick midfielder with sublime skills, ‘Chioch’ has been a standout player in the VWFL for close to a decade. A four-time All-Australian at national level, premiership player with Diamond Creek and Helen Lambert medallist as best player in the VWFL. Captain of the Bulldogs.

19. Jessica TREND 08-NOV-91 160cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

‘Trendy’ is a quick, outside runner who displays courage under fire. Tough, consistent and a great team player.

20. Pepa RANDALL 1-APR-96 172cm Victoria/St Kilda Sharks

With an athletics background, Randall likes to play a running game, using her pace and agility to advantage. Though new to the game, is determined to learn more and driven to succeed.

22. Hannah SCOTT 10-MAR-90 170cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

Versatile player with good engine. Has clean hands and accurate by foot. Enjoys the physical side of footy and never shies away from a contest. Dual premiership player at local level and hungry for success on the big stage.

23. Moana HOPE 14-Feb-88 172cm Victoria/St Kilda Sharks

Lively, highly skilled forward who has regularly topped the VWFL goal kicking list in recent years. A member of the Bulldogs in all four exhibition games, she is just as good on the ground as she is in the air, making her a tough player to match.

24. Rebecca PRIVITELLI 3-JAN-95 170cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Reliable defender who recently transferred to Eastern Devils from Darebin for greater playing opportunities. Grew up playing footy with boys, before starring at youth girls level. Spent past couple of years finding her feet at senior level. Has natural skills to tear the game apart.

25. Brianna DAVEY 20-JAN-90 171cm Victoria/St Kilda Sharks

Played junior footy with boys before moving to soccer. A member of Matildas’ soccer squad, she is one of a handful of female footballers who has also played another sport at the highest level. Has sure hands and an ability to break away from packs. Can play key position or as a bullocking midfielder. Dangerous player who can blow a game open.

26. Elizabeth KEARNEY 4-JAN-89 184cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

One of the most improved players in the Victorian academy squad. Has blossomed in the first ruck at local level after the retirement of VWFL legend Lou Wotton. Keen to learn with a natural competitive streak, she has endeared herself to teammates and coaches

28. Bianca JAKOBSSON 6-APR-87 174cm Victoria/Cranbourne

BJ is an effervescent, high-leaping half-forward who has returned from a serious knee injury to once again be a top-liner. Large tank allows her to cover the ground with ease and hit up and double back when required. Slick by hand and foot, she is a quiet achiever with footy smarts well beyond her years.

29. Ellyse GAMBLE 16-SEP-97 180cm Tasmania / Burnie Dockers

Hard-working ruck who can play forward when needed. Had some fantastic results in the AFL’s talent search program in Tasmania and continues to develop.

MARCH 6

Darcy VESCIO 3-Aug-93 162cm Victoria / Darebin Falcons

Vescio is one of the best forwards in the game, using her pace and strong attack on the ball to regularly put herself in dangerous positions and often hitting the scoreboard. A popular member of the Bulldogs in the past three exhibition matches, she has clean hands and is a good kick for goal, making her a handful for opposition defenders.

Plays like: Chad Wingard

Kaitlyn ASHMORE 8-Nov-91 173cm Victoria / Melbourne Uni

Ashmore is one of the hardest running players in female footy, regularly outworking her opponents off half-back or on a wing. Alongside her elite running ability is a fierce competitiveness that combined with outstanding foot skills, makes her one of the most influential players at club level and in exhibition matches.

Plays like: Bradley Hill

Meg HUTCHINS 3-Feb-82 173cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

A veteran who still continues to play the game at an elite level, Hutchins has been the leading key defender in the female game for more than a decade. A seven times All Australian at national level, she has been among the best players for the Bulldogs in the last few exhibition matches with her aerial game a feature of her play.

Plays like: Harry Taylor

Steph CHIOCCI 6-Dec-88 170cm Victoria / Diamond Creek

A lightning quick midfielder with sublime skills, 'Chioch' has been a standout player in the VWFL for close to a decade. A four times All Australian at national level, premiership player with Diamond Creek and Helen Lambert medallist for best player in the VWFL, maybe her greatest achievement to date has been the role of captain for the Bulldogs in the exhibition series.

Plays like: Andrew Gaff

Moana HOPE 14-Feb-88 172cm Victoria / St Kilda Sharks

Mo is a lively and highly skilled forward who has regularly topped the VWFL goal kicking list in recent years. A member of the Bulldogs in their first four exhibition games, she is just as good on the ground as she is in the air, making her a tough opponent to match up on.

Plays like: Steve Johnson

Lauren ARNELL 15-Mar-87 165cm Victoria / Darebin Falcons

Growing up as an avid Bulldogs supporter, Arnell is now living out her childhood dream, pulling on the red, white and blue jumper in recent exhibition matches. Known for her ability to read the play and high work rate, she is an elite stoppage player. For a midfielder she positions herself well in aerial contests and outmuscles opponents to gain front position. Loves to hit the scoreboard if given the chance.

Plays like: Scott Pendlebury

Shae AUDLEY 13-JUN-88 Victoria / Diamond Creek

'Auds' as she's affectionately known is a hard working inside midfielder who can also play as a small forward. Super reliable and a good decision maker, you can find her at the bottom of the pack or applying pressure around stoppages.

Plays like: Liam Picken

Richelle CRANSTON 25-SEP-89 171cm Victoria / Geelong Magpies

Previously a full-time forward, Cranston has recently added another string to her bow by playing up the ground as a hard running high half-forward and occasional inside midfielder. Super quick, clean hands, tough and a great kick for goal.

Plays like: Jarryd Roughead

Brianna DAVEY 20-JAN-90 171cm Victoria / St Kilda Sharks

Davey was introduced to the game early on, playing her junior footy with the boys before moving over to soccer. Now as a member of the Matildas squad, she is one of a handful of female footballers who also play another sport at the highest level. Her footy attributes include having sure hands and an ability to break away from packs. Can play key position or as an inside mid, she is a dangerous player that can blow a game wide open.

Plays like: Jake Stringer

Kimberley EBB 6-APR-87 170cm Victoria / Seaford Tigers

A veteran of over 200 VWFL games, Ebb uses her experience to full measure. She is a hard running and highly skilled half-back and midfielder. A true competitor that leaves nothing in the tank.

Plays like: Luke Parker

Rachelle GASTIN 11-MAR-93 161cm Victoria / Pascoe Vale

Gastin is a tough inside mid who can go forward and hit the scoreboard. Multiple best and fairest winner at local level, she is a young player ready to take the next step in her football journey.

Plays like: Marc Murphy

Kirby HICKS 6-APR-87 Victoria / Diamond Creek

A true athlete, Hicks' professionalism is of the highest standard. A consistent, hard running defender who can play on smalls and talls. Kirby is a coach's dream, taking the opposition's most dangerous forward every week and getting the job done for her team.

Plays like: Alan Toovey

Bianca JAKOBSSON 6-APR-87 174cm Victoria / Cranbourne

BJ, as she is known to her teammates, is an effervescent high-leaping half-forward who has returned from a serious knee injury to once again be a top-line forward. A large tank allows her to cover the ground with ease, hit up and double back when required. Slick by hand and foot, Jakobsson is a quiet achiever with footy smarts well beyond her years.

Plays like: Daniel Menzel

Elizabeth KEARNEY 4-JAN-89 184cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

One of the most improved players across the Victorian women's academy, Kearney has blossomed in the first ruck role at the Devils after the retirement of VWFL legend Lou Wotton. With a strong aptitude for knowledge and a natural competitive streak, Kearney has endeared herself to her teammates and coaches alike.

Plays like: Callum Sinclair

Madeline KERYK 170cm Victoria / Melbourne Uni

Starting out at Auskick with her brothers, Keryk has developed into a super reliable footballer. A strong overhead mark, who is forever working hard to provide protection for her team's ball carrier. A star at U18 level, she has transitioned into senior footy with ease. With a big tank, her running between the 50m arcs is second to none.

Plays like: Rory Sloane

Norieul KINROSS 11-APR-86 181cm Victoria / Darebin Falcons

The player responsible for introducing Daisy Pearce to women’s footy, Kinross is a veteran ruckman who has had to play second fiddle to Aasta O'Connor at Darebin. While O'Connor was sidelined with an ACL injury, Kinross relished the chance to be No.1 ruck and is improving rapidly. Courage comes naturally to Kinross, regularly dropping back and sitting in the hole, making life hard for opposition key forwards.

Plays like: Mike Pyke

Jamie LAMBERT 8-JUL-94 160cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

Lambert may be be small in stature but plays with enormous amounts of heart. This tough-as-nails, uncompromising inside midfielder dominates stoppages at local level. She is a young player with plenty of upside. With a few more pre-seasons under her belt Lambert's standing within the game is sure to rise

Plays like: Caleb Daniel

Phoebe MCWILLIAMS 31-AUG-85 178cm Victoria / St Kilda Sharks

Somewhat of a journeywoman in footy terms, having represented both Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs, McWilliams is a tough competitor. With an excellent overhead mark and reliable kick over long distances, you will find her coming out of centre half-forward like a steam train and impacting every contest she gets to.

Plays like: Nick Riewoldt

Karen PAXMAN 25-NOV-87 Victoria / Darebin Falcons

Paxman is without doubt the best gut-runner in the women’s competition. A wily veteran who returns to football after taking a year off to travel, she is rarely beaten in the air or on the ground. Paxman will always take the game on and is a very valuable asset to any half-back line.

Plays like: Jimmy Bartel

Pepa RANDALL 172cm Victoria / St Kilda Sharks

With an athletics background, Randall likes to play a running game, using her pace and agility to her advantage. Though new to the game and somewhat of a work in progress, Randall is determined to learn more and is driven to succeed.

Plays like: Pearce Hanley

Hannah SCOTT 170cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

Scott is a versatile player with a good engine. She has clean hands and is accurate by foot. She enjoys the physical side of footy and never shies away from a contest. Being a dual premiership player at local level, Scott is hungry for success on the big stage.

Plays like: Andrew Swallow

Nicola STEVENS 24-MAR-93 173cm Victoria / Melbourne Uni

A natural leader, Stevens is a highly rated mid-size defender. Her ability to intercept mark and make smart decisions makes her invaluable to her team. Crippled by serious injury in the early stages of her senior career, Stevens returns bigger and better, ready to take her game to the next level.

Plays like: Easton Wood

Jessica TREND 08-NOV-91 160cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

With a surname like Trend, Jessica was destined to have real swagger and style. 'Trendy' as she is known is a quick outside runner who is super brave under a high ball. Tough, consistent and a great team player

Plays like: Lewis Jetta

Hayley WILDES 22-JUN-90 166cm Victoria / Cranbourne

Wildes is an up-and-coming young midfielder who has found her feet in open-age football very quickly. Clean and tough and a great reader of the game, she will only improve with my exposure at senior level.

Plays like: Tom Scully

 

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Western Bulldogs have lost Head Coach Damien Keeping to the Carlton Football Club

 

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Western Bulldogs have lost Head Coach Damien Keeping to the Carlton Football Club

My mail about Carlton was spot on.

 

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Women's Team Player Profiles via AFL.com.au
2016 WOMEN'S EXHIBITION GAMES


1. Darcy VESCIO 3-Aug-93 161cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

One of the best forwards in the game. Uses her pace and strong attack on the ball to regularly put herself in dangerous positions A popular member of the Bulldogs’ team in its past three exhibition matches, she has clean hands and is a good kick for goal, making her a handful for opposition defenders.

2. Meg HUTCHINS 3-Feb-82 173cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

Veteran who continues to play at an elite level. The leading key defender in the female game for more than a decade. A seven-time All-Australian at national level, she has been among the best players for the Bulldogs in recent exhibition matches with her aerial game a feature.

3. Emma HUMPHRIES 27-JUL-95 164cm Tasmania/Burnie Dockers

Relatively new to the game but was the Burnie Dockers’ best first-year player in 2014. Also best on ground for Tasmania against Queensland at North Hobart Oval. Excellent runner who plays through the midfield.

4. Karen PAXMAN 25-NOV-87 Victoria/Darebin Falcons

The best gut-runner in women’s football. A wily veteran returning to football after a year off travelling, she is rarely beaten in the air or on the ground. Always takes the game on and is best-suited across half-back.

5. Emma KEARNEY 24-SEP89 168cm Victoria/Melbourne Uni

Has gone from strength to strength as a tough and highly skilled midfielder who works hard all day. A great leader on the field. Has also played elite-level cricket.

6. Nicole CALLINAN 26-DEC-82 164cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Versatile, hard-running and highly skilled veteran who can play as a small defender or outside midfielder. Started footy after a long and successful indoor cricket career. Takes nothing for granted and works hard both on and off the track.

7. Jamie LAMBERT 8-JUL-94 160cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

Plays with heart and is a tough-as-nails, uncompromising inside midfielder who dominates stoppages at local level. Young player with plenty of upside.

9. Kimberley EBB 6-APR-87 170cm Victoria/Seaford Tigers

A veteran of more than 200 VWFL games, she uses her experience to full measure. Hard-running, highly skilled half-back and midfielder. A true competitor who leaves nothing in the tank.

10. Kaitlyn ASHMORE 8-Nov-91 173cm Victoria/Melbourne Uni

One of the hardest running players in female footy, she regularly outworks opponents off half-back or on a wing. Elite runner and fierce competitor with outstanding foot skills. One of the most influential players at club level and in exhibition matches.

11. Richelle CRANSTON 25-SEP-89 171cm Victoria/Geelong Magpies

Flexible forward who can run well and is capable of playing as an inside midfielder. Super-quick, clean with her hands, tough and a great kick for goal.

12. Norieul KINROSS 11-APR-86 181cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Veteran ruckman who has had to play second fiddle to Aasta O'Connor at Darebin. With O’Connor out as she recovers from a knee injury, Kinross has relished the chance to be No. 1 ruck and is improving rapidly. Courageous player who regularly drops back to make life hard for opposition key forwards.

13. Lauren ARNELL 15-Mar-87 165cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Grew up an avid Bulldogs fan, she reads the play well and has high work rate. Elite stoppage player who positions herself well in aerial contests and outmuscles opponents to gain front position. Loves kicking goals when given a chance.

14. Madeline KERYK 9-MAR-95 170cm Victoria/Melbourne Uni

Started at Auskick with her brothers and has developed into a super-reliable footballer. Strong overhead and works hard to provide protection for her team's ball carrier. A star at under-18 level who has moved into senior footy with ease. With a big tank, her running between the 50s is second-to-none.

15. Nicola STEVENS 24-MAR-93 173cm Victoria/Melbourne Uni

A natural leader, the highly rated mid-sized defender is excellent at intercept marking and makes good decisions. Crippled by serious injury in the early stages of her senior career, she has returned bigger and better, ready to take her game to the next level.

16. Katie BRENNAN 2-OCT-92 175cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Star forward who has returned to the side after missing the Dogs’ earlier match through injury. Has strong hands and a massive engine. Also shows incredible leadership with her on-field actions and off-field preparation.

17. Steph CHIOCCI 6-Dec-88 170cm Victoria/Diamond Creek

Lightning-quick midfielder with sublime skills, ‘Chioch’ has been a standout player in the VWFL for close to a decade. A four-time All-Australian at national level, premiership player with Diamond Creek and Helen Lambert medallist as best player in the VWFL. Captain of the Bulldogs.

19. Jessica TREND 08-NOV-91 160cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

‘Trendy’ is a quick, outside runner who displays courage under fire. Tough, consistent and a great team player.

20. Pepa RANDALL 1-APR-96 172cm Victoria/St Kilda Sharks

With an athletics background, Randall likes to play a running game, using her pace and agility to advantage. Though new to the game, is determined to learn more and driven to succeed.

22. Hannah SCOTT 10-MAR-90 170cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

Versatile player with good engine. Has clean hands and accurate by foot. Enjoys the physical side of footy and never shies away from a contest. Dual premiership player at local level and hungry for success on the big stage.

23. Moana HOPE 14-Feb-88 172cm Victoria/St Kilda Sharks

Lively, highly skilled forward who has regularly topped the VWFL goal kicking list in recent years. A member of the Bulldogs in all four exhibition games, she is just as good on the ground as she is in the air, making her a tough player to match.

24. Rebecca PRIVITELLI 3-JAN-95 170cm Victoria/Darebin Falcons

Reliable defender who recently transferred to Eastern Devils from Darebin for greater playing opportunities. Grew up playing footy with boys, before starring at youth girls level. Spent past couple of years finding her feet at senior level. Has natural skills to tear the game apart.

25. Brianna DAVEY 20-JAN-90 171cm Victoria/St Kilda Sharks

Played junior footy with boys before moving to soccer. A member of Matildas’ soccer squad, she is one of a handful of female footballers who has also played another sport at the highest level. Has sure hands and an ability to break away from packs. Can play key position or as a bullocking midfielder. Dangerous player who can blow a game open.

26. Elizabeth KEARNEY 4-JAN-89 184cm Victoria/Eastern Devils

One of the most improved players in the Victorian academy squad. Has blossomed in the first ruck at local level after the retirement of VWFL legend Lou Wotton. Keen to learn with a natural competitive streak, she has endeared herself to teammates and coaches

28. Bianca JAKOBSSON 6-APR-87 174cm Victoria/Cranbourne

BJ is an effervescent, high-leaping half-forward who has returned from a serious knee injury to once again be a top-liner. Large tank allows her to cover the ground with ease and hit up and double back when required. Slick by hand and foot, she is a quiet achiever with footy smarts well beyond her years.

29. Ellyse GAMBLE 16-SEP-97 180cm Tasmania / Burnie Dockers

Hard-working ruck who can play forward when needed. Had some fantastic results in the AFL’s talent search program in Tasmania and continues to develop.

MARCH 6

Darcy VESCIO 3-Aug-93 162cm Victoria / Darebin Falcons

Vescio is one of the best forwards in the game, using her pace and strong attack on the ball to regularly put herself in dangerous positions and often hitting the scoreboard. A popular member of the Bulldogs in the past three exhibition matches, she has clean hands and is a good kick for goal, making her a handful for opposition defenders.

Plays like: Chad Wingard

Kaitlyn ASHMORE 8-Nov-91 173cm Victoria / Melbourne Uni

Ashmore is one of the hardest running players in female footy, regularly outworking her opponents off half-back or on a wing. Alongside her elite running ability is a fierce competitiveness that combined with outstanding foot skills, makes her one of the most influential players at club level and in exhibition matches.

Plays like: Bradley Hill

Meg HUTCHINS 3-Feb-82 173cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

A veteran who still continues to play the game at an elite level, Hutchins has been the leading key defender in the female game for more than a decade. A seven times All Australian at national level, she has been among the best players for the Bulldogs in the last few exhibition matches with her aerial game a feature of her play.

Plays like: Harry Taylor

Steph CHIOCCI 6-Dec-88 170cm Victoria / Diamond Creek

A lightning quick midfielder with sublime skills, 'Chioch' has been a standout player in the VWFL for close to a decade. A four times All Australian at national level, premiership player with Diamond Creek and Helen Lambert medallist for best player in the VWFL, maybe her greatest achievement to date has been the role of captain for the Bulldogs in the exhibition series.

Plays like: Andrew Gaff

Moana HOPE 14-Feb-88 172cm Victoria / St Kilda Sharks

Mo is a lively and highly skilled forward who has regularly topped the VWFL goal kicking list in recent years. A member of the Bulldogs in their first four exhibition games, she is just as good on the ground as she is in the air, making her a tough opponent to match up on.

Plays like: Steve Johnson

Lauren ARNELL 15-Mar-87 165cm Victoria / Darebin Falcons

Growing up as an avid Bulldogs supporter, Arnell is now living out her childhood dream, pulling on the red, white and blue jumper in recent exhibition matches. Known for her ability to read the play and high work rate, she is an elite stoppage player. For a midfielder she positions herself well in aerial contests and outmuscles opponents to gain front position. Loves to hit the scoreboard if given the chance.

Plays like: Scott Pendlebury

Shae AUDLEY 13-JUN-88 Victoria / Diamond Creek

'Auds' as she's affectionately known is a hard working inside midfielder who can also play as a small forward. Super reliable and a good decision maker, you can find her at the bottom of the pack or applying pressure around stoppages.

Plays like: Liam Picken

Richelle CRANSTON 25-SEP-89 171cm Victoria / Geelong Magpies

Previously a full-time forward, Cranston has recently added another string to her bow by playing up the ground as a hard running high half-forward and occasional inside midfielder. Super quick, clean hands, tough and a great kick for goal.

Plays like: Jarryd Roughead

Brianna DAVEY 20-JAN-90 171cm Victoria / St Kilda Sharks

Davey was introduced to the game early on, playing her junior footy with the boys before moving over to soccer. Now as a member of the Matildas squad, she is one of a handful of female footballers who also play another sport at the highest level. Her footy attributes include having sure hands and an ability to break away from packs. Can play key position or as an inside mid, she is a dangerous player that can blow a game wide open.

Plays like: Jake Stringer

Kimberley EBB 6-APR-87 170cm Victoria / Seaford Tigers

A veteran of over 200 VWFL games, Ebb uses her experience to full measure. She is a hard running and highly skilled half-back and midfielder. A true competitor that leaves nothing in the tank.

Plays like: Luke Parker

Rachelle GASTIN 11-MAR-93 161cm Victoria / Pascoe Vale

Gastin is a tough inside mid who can go forward and hit the scoreboard. Multiple best and fairest winner at local level, she is a young player ready to take the next step in her football journey.

Plays like: Marc Murphy

Kirby HICKS 6-APR-87 Victoria / Diamond Creek

A true athlete, Hicks' professionalism is of the highest standard. A consistent, hard running defender who can play on smalls and talls. Kirby is a coach's dream, taking the opposition's most dangerous forward every week and getting the job done for her team.

Plays like: Alan Toovey

Bianca JAKOBSSON 6-APR-87 174cm Victoria / Cranbourne

BJ, as she is known to her teammates, is an effervescent high-leaping half-forward who has returned from a serious knee injury to once again be a top-line forward. A large tank allows her to cover the ground with ease, hit up and double back when required. Slick by hand and foot, Jakobsson is a quiet achiever with footy smarts well beyond her years.

Plays like: Daniel Menzel

Elizabeth KEARNEY 4-JAN-89 184cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

One of the most improved players across the Victorian women's academy, Kearney has blossomed in the first ruck role at the Devils after the retirement of VWFL legend Lou Wotton. With a strong aptitude for knowledge and a natural competitive streak, Kearney has endeared herself to her teammates and coaches alike.

Plays like: Callum Sinclair

Madeline KERYK 170cm Victoria / Melbourne Uni

Starting out at Auskick with her brothers, Keryk has developed into a super reliable footballer. A strong overhead mark, who is forever working hard to provide protection for her team's ball carrier. A star at U18 level, she has transitioned into senior footy with ease. With a big tank, her running between the 50m arcs is second to none.

Plays like: Rory Sloane

Norieul KINROSS 11-APR-86 181cm Victoria / Darebin Falcons

The player responsible for introducing Daisy Pearce to women’s footy, Kinross is a veteran ruckman who has had to play second fiddle to Aasta O'Connor at Darebin. While O'Connor was sidelined with an ACL injury, Kinross relished the chance to be No.1 ruck and is improving rapidly. Courage comes naturally to Kinross, regularly dropping back and sitting in the hole, making life hard for opposition key forwards.

Plays like: Mike Pyke

Jamie LAMBERT 8-JUL-94 160cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

Lambert may be be small in stature but plays with enormous amounts of heart. This tough-as-nails, uncompromising inside midfielder dominates stoppages at local level. She is a young player with plenty of upside. With a few more pre-seasons under her belt Lambert's standing within the game is sure to rise

Plays like: Caleb Daniel

Phoebe MCWILLIAMS 31-AUG-85 178cm Victoria / St Kilda Sharks

Somewhat of a journeywoman in footy terms, having represented both Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs, McWilliams is a tough competitor. With an excellent overhead mark and reliable kick over long distances, you will find her coming out of centre half-forward like a steam train and impacting every contest she gets to.

Plays like: Nick Riewoldt

Karen PAXMAN 25-NOV-87 Victoria / Darebin Falcons

Paxman is without doubt the best gut-runner in the women’s competition. A wily veteran who returns to football after taking a year off to travel, she is rarely beaten in the air or on the ground. Paxman will always take the game on and is a very valuable asset to any half-back line.

Plays like: Jimmy Bartel

Pepa RANDALL 172cm Victoria / St Kilda Sharks

With an athletics background, Randall likes to play a running game, using her pace and agility to her advantage. Though new to the game and somewhat of a work in progress, Randall is determined to learn more and is driven to succeed.

Plays like: Pearce Hanley

Hannah SCOTT 170cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

Scott is a versatile player with a good engine. She has clean hands and is accurate by foot. She enjoys the physical side of footy and never shies away from a contest. Being a dual premiership player at local level, Scott is hungry for success on the big stage.

Plays like: Andrew Swallow

Nicola STEVENS 24-MAR-93 173cm Victoria / Melbourne Uni

A natural leader, Stevens is a highly rated mid-size defender. Her ability to intercept mark and make smart decisions makes her invaluable to her team. Crippled by serious injury in the early stages of her senior career, Stevens returns bigger and better, ready to take her game to the next level.

Plays like: Easton Wood

Jessica TREND 08-NOV-91 160cm Victoria / Eastern Devils

With a surname like Trend, Jessica was destined to have real swagger and style. 'Trendy' as she is known is a quick outside runner who is super brave under a high ball. Tough, consistent and a great team player

Plays like: Lewis Jetta

Hayley WILDES 22-JUN-90 166cm Victoria / Cranbourne

Wildes is an up-and-coming young midfielder who has found her feet in open-age football very quickly. Clean and tough and a great reader of the game, she will only improve with my exposure at senior level.

Plays like: Tom Scully

They should be unbeatable if they play like those players

 

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Brianna Davey has signed with Carlton.

 

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Brianna Davey has signed with Carlton.

Plays like Tutt

 

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I mentioned that this would be happening in the initial thread on the woman. She's been highly critical of the dogs set up.

 

[VitalDread]

I mentioned that this would be happening in the initial thread on the woman. She's been highly critical of the dogs set up.

Katie Brennan is a lock and is Emma King doesnt sign with Freo she should be the second one or maybe Moana Hope

 

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http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-01-22/irishwoman-hopes-to-emulate-stynes-kennelly



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