Welcome to week 1 of the AFLW finals series! Vibes are as high as the on-field tensions and we are here for it, so we kick off this ep unpacking this round. Enjoy this carousel of some of the Carlton gal’s goal celebrations and watch the Ebony Marinoff & Anne Hatchard get the updates on the Brisbane-Melbourne game here. We then cover the AFLW All-Australian initial squad. Sydney are on the hunt for a new W coach meanwhile the AFLM’s second ever female field umpire has been promoted from the rookie list. The AFL’s plans for opening round and a wildcard round have been revealed and lastly, we explain the umpire throw-in rules in the W. Check out GWS’ thread of their job description for their Senior Social Media Manager role here. This week, Mon shares this Instagram Reel from abc sport, while Marielle shares this Instagram Reel from the Crows AFLW. Join our tipping comp and the anyone’s game community by signing up on the AFL Live app or aflwtipping.afl with comp code 3C6SJ3FN.This week’s sources come from:​Ruthless Roos march into prelim after keeping Hawks goalless by Sarah Black for afl.com.au ​abc sport’s instagram post of Emma Kearney’s quotes ​Blues blitz Eagles in the wet to set up Hawks semi-final by Phoebe McWilliams for afl.com.au ​Demons go down fighting by Gemma Bastiani for melbournefc.com.au ​The crows show keeps rolling with comfortable win over plucky Saints by Jason Phelan for afl.com.au ​Aflwomen’s instagram post announcing the night/evening grand final ​Day or twilight Grand Final? It comes down to one question, says Gill on afl.com.ay ​You might not like it, but a night Grand Final is the best thing for footy - if anyone has the guts to change it by Shannon Gill for theroar.com.au​Suggestion AFLW being used as a ‘trial run’ for new rules causes frustration by Marnie Vinall for abc.net.au  ​2025 AFLW All-Australian squad unveiled on afl.com.au ​Scott Gowans to depart Sydney on sydneyswans.com.au ​Sydney Swans AFLW part ways with inaugural coach Scott Gowans after missing finals on abc.net.au ​Tigers mid told to explore trade options, three delisted by Sophie Welsh for afl.com.au ​Three weeks, two hospitals, 14kg lost: Tiger opens up on nightmare pre-season by Riley Beveridge for afl.com.au ​Woman field umpire among six promoted to AFL umpire list for 2026 on afl.com.au ​Opening Round fixture: Charlie Curnow’s Swan to face Blues in AFL season opener, Brisbane host Western Bulldogs by Ben Sutton for 7news.com.au ​GWS Instagram Post about Opening Round Fixture ​Mitch Cleary’s X Post on Wildcard Weekend ​About AFLW - Rules on afl.com.au ​AFLW introduces future pick trading, pre-season draft, as part of 2025 rule changes by Eliza Reilly for news.com.au ​Endometriosis in Australia 2023 on aihw.gov.au Want to support the pod? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we’re super thankful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they’re at it. Prefer IRL? An old-fashioned ‘tell a friend’ is equally appreciated.Thanks for listening and see you next round.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.

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