“Sea-gals” a footy first at 130-year men’s club
A football women’s team has enjoyed its first season at a Williamstown men’s club founded in the 1880s. Melanie Thompson-Allan reports.
What makes a cross-code athlete? Why elite athletes are jumping to women’s football
As the AFLW Draft wound up in early October, another group of players from elite sporting backgrounds have found their way to the top level of Women’s Football, Alex Docherty reports.
No regrets: AFL champion says he can hold his head up high
Brett Deledio’s celebrated AFL career encompassed triumph and tragedy. He says he simply always did his best. Alex Miller reports
From Gaelic football to Aussie Rules: rising star keeps her eye on the ball
Aisling McCarthy’s life changed at 3am during one long night in Ireland – it was the moment her name was called out for the AFLW draft on the other side of the world. Alex Docherty reports.
Perseverance is key: Greg Baum’s advice for aspiring sports reporters
“If you really love writing and you’re prepared to knock on doors until your knuckles are sore, then persevere.” Greg Baum, chief sports columnist and associate editor at The Age, speaks to Jack Bennett.
Waste of time or huge step forward: the battle for women’s sport
Equality in sport is no pie in the sky ideal. Eddie Russell talks to two advocates for a fairer future.
Disappointed but grateful: AFLW young gun pins her hopes on getting back to normal
St Kilda youngster Nicola Xenos is learning to deal with the lack of football as the virus continues to affect sport. Alex Docherty reports.
When fans turn their backs: The trouble with A-League
Booming support at grassroots level is not translating into crowds for A-League games. Thomas Francis looks at what’s gone wrong, and some potential solutions.
All abilities cricket leads player to senior competition
Playing in the local disability competition has provided a Shepparton man with the confidence to participate in senior cricket. Jemima Nash reports.
The Facebook Page Fighting Back Against AFLW Trolls
A diehard fan of the AFL Women’s competition is taking a stand on social media against trolls on the internet. Alex Docherty reports.