QWAFL Round 2 Preview
Match of the Round: 4:45pm – UQ Vs. Maroochydore (UQ Oval 9 St Lucia) This will be an interesting match-up for Maroochydore’s QWAFL debut. After falling agonisingly short of a grand final berth last year, UQ will be raring to…
Match of the Round: 4:45pm – UQ Vs. Maroochydore (UQ Oval 9 St Lucia) This will be an interesting match-up for Maroochydore’s QWAFL debut. After falling agonisingly short of a grand final berth last year, UQ will be raring to…
After setting the AFLW world alight, many of the Brisbane Lions will be proudly returning to their Queensland community footy roots, where local clubs are waiting with open arms. One such beneficiary of the homecoming superstars is the Coorparoo Kings,…
In our final QWAFL team preview, we look at how league newcomer, Maroochydore, has prepared for their debut. Last time we saw them: Maroochydore is very much the dark horse of this year’s competition. Having gone through last year undefeated…
Last time we saw them: While the 2016 season didn’t go exactly according to script for Grange with just one win, there were some positives to come out of it. Gorilla Gals Kate Lutkins and Tahlia Randall were both rewarded…
Last time we saw them: After winning the QWAFL premiership for three consecutive years, the Coorparoo Navy Roos had a disappointing 2016 campaign where they notched just three wins. Losing premiership coach Damien Richards to UQ didn’t help their cause…
University of Queensland look set to build from their 2016 campaign where they finished third, with some off-season recruiting putting them firmly in the mix for the flag this year. Last time we saw them: After going down to…
Our Bond University QWAFL previews continue today with 2016 grand finalists Yeronga South Brisbane coming under the microscope. Last time we saw them: Yeronga had a very successful and consistent 2016 campaign, notching 14 wins in their 16 games to…
With Round 1 of the Bond University QWAFL just days away, QWAFL writer Josh Cheadle gives us the lowdown on the reining premiers. Last time we saw them: The Bluebirds were queens of the QWAFL. Led by their captain…
AFL Queensland today announced the fixture for the 2017 Bond University Queensland Women’s Australian Football League (QWAFL), which kicks off on April 1. Newcomer Maroochydore Roos join existing QWAFL clubs Wilston Grange, Zillmere, University of Queensland, Yeronga, Coolangatta Tweed and…
AFL Queensland today announced a new look South East Queensland senior women’s football competition structure for 2017. The new model, which was developed in consultation with existing clubs, caters for participants at all levels and paves the way for the…
In 1902, Australian women were the first in the world to be given the right to vote. In 1975, the United Nations convened its First World Conference on Women. In 2010, Julia Gillard became Australia’s first female Prime Minister. And…
A few Roos and a dunny Hundreds gathered at Aussie World on Australia Day for the dunny racing championships (#straya), and one team did the Queensland footy community proud. A few of the Maroochydore Roos donned their familiar green and…
Doing us proud Last year’s 2016 Female Diversity Championships might be in the rear view mirror, but the good news surrounding it keeps rolling in. Nine Queenslanders have been confirmed for the two national female diversity representative teams for 2017.…
Baxter going back Dual Labrador premiership player, Josh Baxter, is returning to his Queensland footy roots in 2017 when he pulls on a Southport Sharks jumper again. As reported in the Gold Coast Bulletin over the Christmas break, the 2015…
AFL Queensland today advised the Maroochydore Football Club that it has been successful in gaining entry to the Queensland Women’s Australian Football League (QWAFL) for season 2017. The Roos will join existing QWAFL clubs; Wilston Grange, Zillmere, UQ, Yeronga,…
A big week for Wilston Grange has been capped off with the announcement of Laura Kidd as the new Head Female Coach. Just yesterday it was revealed Nathan Clarke would be returning to the Gorillas as senior co-coach, and now…
The 2016 AFL Queensland Youth Girls State Championships was an incredible weekend on and off the field. Now, you can re-live it all thanks to our wrap up video of the event below. Check it out.
Coolangatta Tweed 5.7.37 defeated Yeronga South Brisbane 4.11.35 It was what dreams are made of, with two points deciding Saturday’s QWAFL Grand Final. It was by far the best game of 2016; physical, tight and outstanding. From the first bounce,…
Coolangatta Tweed are the 2016 QWAFL Premiers, getting up in an absolute thriller on Saturday night. This is how it unfolded
QAFL Reserves Grand Final – Morningside vs. Labrador QAFL Grand Final – Labrador vs. Palm Beach Currumbin QWAFL Grand Final – Coolangatta Tweed vs. Yeronga South Brisbane
Indy the Wonder Dog, a.k.a. the Hound of Truth, is 2/2 in her tipping career. Not only did she tip Labrador to win the 2015 QAFL flag, but she also took out the QAFL Super Tippers competition this year. Who…
It’s been 145 days, 50 matches and 16 rounds since the 2016 QWAFL competition kicked off, and for Coolangatta and Yeronga, one final clash waits. Coolangatta-Tweed v Yeronga South Brisbane Saturday September 17, 5:30pm – Leyshon Park, Yeronga…
In a dramatic vote count, Sam Virgo equaled Leah Kaslar to share the 2016 QWAFL Best and Fairest on Sunday night. With Leah off celebrating her birthday, we grabbed Sam for a chat about what it meant to her, and…
Coolangatta Tweed Five games; five wins over every team in the competition. It was the dream start for the Bluebirds. Their first loss came in round 7 at the hands of Yeronga in a two-point thriller. It was at that…
To get your excitement levels peaking ahead of the big day on Saturday, let’s take it back 12 months and relive all the action from the 2015 Grand Final day. Trust me, it’s worth it for the drone footage alone.…
The brothers A couple of brothers winning a flag together is a good yarn. Three in the same team… no we are talking. Four in one team, with one of them the coach? Unbelievable, but that is exactly what the…
There is a real star quality about both teams this week. The two QWAFL Best and Fairest winners, the Rising Star, and the two leading goal kickers are all playing, which means there are one-on-one battles to watch everywhere you…
Preliminary Final 1: Coolangatta Tweed 13.4.82 defeated Zillmere Eagles 6.10.46 Red hot premiership favourite Coolangatta has stormed into the QWAFL Grand Final, downing the Eagles on the back of a five goal opening term. The Bluebirds meant business from the…
Palm Beach Currumbin’s Jesse Derrick claimed the 2016 Grogan Medal, the QAFL’s highest individual footballing honour on Sunday night. Derrick, the Lions’ captain, finished the home and away season on 21 votes, one ahead of teammate Josh Woolley on 20.…
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