Stream over 50 sports live & anytime on your TV or favourite device with KAYO SPORTS. The clubs are taking advantage of the expansion signing rules to lure talent to their club with Hawthorn in the race for Brisbane Lions premiership player Emily Bates, who won the AFLWs best and fairest and MVP awards last week. Tidlig liv. To find out more about Maddy, click here. Can Maddy Prespakis win the AFLW best and fairest despite Essendon's record? This day had it all! Ive got a really good leadership group here at Essendon that are very supportive of myself. Start your free trial now >. This led her through the VIC metro pathways, NAB Academy, under 18 pathways and right through to being drafted for Carlton. Chris Judd spoke to Carlton Media following his induction into the Carlton Hall of Fame. Dylan Buckley is joined by Luke Ball to discuss being an early draft pick, moving from St Kilda to Collingwood, and much more. Luke Ball on departing St Kilda for Collingwood, the 2001 'Superdraft'. Earl Evans, NSW youre invited to our upcoming Morning Tea! If Rowley and Thomas can give more support to superstars like Emma Swanson and Aish McCarthy they've got every chance. Carlton coach Michael Voss is confident a summer of high-intensity training will pay off in the long run. AFLW 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - North's time to shine? The Hawks were riddled by injury last week and have lost to the Bombers and more recently, St Kilda by 53 points, and as a new expansion side, are likely to take some time to assimilate into the competition. At the age of four, she started playing Auskick - for the fun, social reasons that people join team sports as a child. Although its not great not to get the win, Maddy wasnt lying when she said she was going to go out and tackle me as hard as she could, Georgie said. Poor. AFL 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - Can the Cats go again? The first game was just unreal, Prespakis told news.com.au. #WhatAbilityAthletes, This is what a disability inclusive event looks like! Blue Abroad's Paul Sebastiani and Swoop Luke get amongst the fans following Carlton's 2023 practice match against Collingwood. #WhatAbilityDay #HappinessComesFirst ML: The Saints will stop the rot and upset the Dogs to heap even more pressure on the team as they push for finals. I just like to play my footy and enjoy it. RSVP essential: https://lnkd.in/g4J3JEkK Carlton President Luke Sayers spoke to the crowd at last night's Hall of Fame event. This is what it means to Turn Up! From fun times at the park, stand up paddle boarding on the river, to lunch at sushi train to top it off! Ultimately however I do think Essendon's results will leave her a few votes short of a second medal especially when players like Jas Garner and Mon Conti are playing just as well and getting the wins with their teams. Michael Voss wraps up the pre-season with the key learnings he's taken out of the blocks. Star in tears addressing bombshell Swans trade, Sell drama or hide the truth? Now with the unwanted record of the lowest ever AFLW score attached to them, Freo must bounce back against the Dogs. Already an AFLW Best and Fairest winner despite her tender years, Madison Prespakis will bring genuine star power to the Bombers' inaugural AFLW team. Ranking every AFL after-the-siren winning goal since 2000, AFLW as a side hustle: How work, life and everything is impacted, Round 2 Rewind: Injuries continue to detract from the footy. Now with the unwanted record of the lowest ever AFLW score attached to them, Freo must bounce back against the Dogs. AFL. Welcome to the team Maddy! Merrett spoke the words Prespakis had wanted to hear. This led me to realising I wanted to help Indigenous boys and girls reach their dreams, she said. 1,352 following. Herself an Essendon fan, Prespakis' Collingwood-supporting father and Hawthorn-mad mother attended Prespakis' debut in Hobart decked head to toe in Carlton navy blue. But the 21-year-old has swapped the navy blue for the red sash, joining the Bombers in their inaugural season in the league. Carlton coach Michael Voss is confident a summer of high-intensity training will pay off in the long run. Gee was the Blues first selection in the 2019 AFLW draft. AFL 2023 fixture: Five must-watch games in the early rounds, How 'Demon spirit' brings out the best of Tayla Harris, AFL Draft - The top 10 prospects for 2023, AFL Draft 2022 - Every club's draft haul rated. Verified. Maddy is an inspiring athlete. 16:24. New fans are exposed to the women's game, the players are often in world-class facilities and playing on the biggest stages, and it makes a lot of sense from media and broadcasting perspectives as well. "I think playing with the boys growing up, that was probably the best thing I ever did. She was pick No.3 in the 2018 AFLW national draft. Why St Kilda's second appointment of Ross Lyon is a massive gamble, Every AFL club's trade and free agency period graded. However Prespakis admits she didnt know how to deal with the pressure that was built around her externally, and perhaps didnt get the best out of herself in 2021. star on-baller Erin Phillips weighing up her future after the win against Melbourne on Saturday. "Oh, not really. Navtvovala stedn kolu v Gisborne a podporovala Essendonovo dospvn. The AFL itself called it arguably the greatest debut season of all time. Both of these sides look to be early contenders for the flag, so Richmond doesn't need to be too concerned just yet. Im sure theyre still a little bit disappointed but Ive still got massive lifelong friends at that club and I cant wait to see them. I first met Maddy Prespakis when we were both involved with the Calder Cannons in the formerly known TAC Cup. 14K followers. Sarah Burt: Yes. The Carlton list has lost significant age and experience over the off-season, but Prespakis is excited to step up as a leader and join the likes of her experienced teammates in guiding the Club forward. Jesse Robinson: I think she can, but I don't think she will. Enquire Now. The young Indigenous athlete is making waves in AFL Women's league - as both a player and champion of her culture. She's had an average of 23.5 disposals across the two rounds, 376 metres gained and 6.5 clearances. "For me, I wouldnt have cared if I went pick 100. Have the Tigers over-achieved? Sarah Burt: There's a lot of positives to doubleheaders, but the current timing's may not be conducive to helping the AFLW get more spectators as is the hope. The young woman didnt think it would be possible - but then the AFLW came into place, so she put her best foot forward. Prespakis by no means had an underwhelming 2021 season, averaging 21 disposals and four tackles a game, but getting time and space on the ball was definitely an obstacle with a new-found target on her back for the opposition. I just wanted to get drafted, that was my main focus. Sarah Burt and Marissa Lordanic debate whether scheduling AFLW matches before men's matches is worthwhile given the high ticket prices, poor scheduling and other factors. From a pure looks perspective, Collingwood's effort has elevated their jumper from last season and looks simple but stunning. Paige Scott) AFLW young gun Paige Scott joins the first ever episode of the Bonnie T & Maddy P podcast. RSVP essential: https://lnkd.in/gKyc-bRT "I really admire watching her play footy, and the way she goes about things," Prespakis says. When I got told Maddy youre getting a NAB Mini Legend, I had a few tears in my eyes because I was like, What the hell? Being able to wear it for the first time on the weekend was just amazing and I couldnt wipe the smile off my face. On the flip side I'm tipping another win for Melbourne to stay undefeated this weekend. The combination of supreme talent plus the undeniable pride she has spoken about when it comes to playing for her childhood club has coalesced into sensational footy. Round Table: What was the moment of the AFLW Grand Final? She is undoubtedly one to watch, as she looks to lead Essendon to their debut finals series. The late announcement caused a few adjustments in the Prespakis household: namely, parents Damien and Jodie venturing from Echuca to Geelong. AFL 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - Can the Cats go again? After Auskick, Maddy played with the boys for seven years - from the age of seven to 14. However, this week will prove to be a barometer for the Tigers, who will need to beat the winless Hawks to prove their strength. I feel like when I enjoy footy I play really well. The Prince of Perth (feat. Its like Oh yeah theyre expansion, you get a lot of leeway in your first year, Prespakis said. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above. Tayla Harris may be the big name right now, but Prespakis is coming. As a female athlete, Maddy also gave some insightful advice on International Womens Day - encouraging people to be proud of who they are. Why St Kilda's second appointment of Ross Lyon is a massive gamble, Every AFL club's trade and free agency period graded. This button displays the currently selected search type. Im trying not to get emotional, but to play against my sister is something Ill be forever grateful for, Prespakis said. Have the Tigers over-achieved? If Richmond beat the Hawks they'll prove they can stand up against the lower to mid-tier teams. "She doesnt put herself out there for everybody to see," the teenager says. Our AFLW experts tackle some of the burning questions ahead of Round 8, including whether Maddy Prespakis can win the league's best and fairest and which Pride jersey is best. "I know that when she lined up on me a few times on the weekend, it did make me a bit nervous that the best player in the competition was lining up on me. Part of the move was to push my boundaries and get out of my comfort zone and I feel like Ive been able to do that at Essendon. However, a career-high tally for disposals for Maddy proved to be crucial in Carltons 14-point win. Hun gikk p Gisborne Secondary College og stttet Essendon som vokste opp. JR: This may be tough but I'm putting the heat on Port Adelaide. An historic club that went big in recruitment, signing Erin Phillips and Gemma Houghton and have looked dangerous in both their games but in a state where they are fighting for relevance against the well established Crows outfit, they need to give their fans something to cheer about soon. I dont reckon I slept that night after the game. The onballing midfielder's football progression has been archetypal: she began with Auskick as a 4-year-old, and, long before facing up against the likes of Kearney, Prespakis was matching her male counterparts with her local side in Romsey, in Melbourne's north-west. Gold Coast currently sit 9th on the ladder after a 26 point loss to the Kangaroos, and a 33 point win against the West Coast Eagles. Big thank you to Hari Menon, Jayden Koulizakis and Jessica Otter for presenting to the team! To think that women do a nine to five job, five days a week then still fit in their high-performance training at Cartlon was pretty eye-opening. But fans draw the short straw in doubleheaders despite them being marketed as a plus. How cool! ML: Brisbane face Gold Coast in a Q Clash and despite an impressive showing from the Suns against the Eagles, the Lions look too irresistible at the moment and should end the round with three wins from three games. The Bombers may be in their first AFLW campaign but they are eager to make finals and wont be using the expansion tag as an excuse. Probably going to expect a few boos and maybe a few of them are going to want to tackle me a bit harder but thats part of footy and I embrace every part of it, every challenge that comes with any game. At just 19 years old, Maddy Prespakis has had a career most people can only dream about. Would you be tempted to mention how excited, or nervous, you are to play against them? In a way it was weird, when you see people saying you couldve gone number one, or top three or whatever it was," Prespakis says. They'll have both Tamara Luke and Lou Stephenson out with injury which is a big blow to the experience in their side. SB: The Hawks will likely remain winless, against a much-improved Richmond who will be desperate for their first win. The young Indigenous athlete is making waves in AFL Womens league - as both a player and champion of her culture. I just want to get that enjoyment factor back to where it was and yeah, Im really loving it.. Following this, she moved into girls footy which she previously hadnt known existed. With 2021, I walked away, not disappointed but unsatisfied, Prespakis said. After a torrid 36-point loss against the Kangaroos where Carlton coach Daniel Harford said his side was "comprehensively mauled", debuting midfielder Prespakis was a shining light for the Blues with 13 disposals and subsequent selection in round one's AFLW team of the week. By scheduling the games prior to the men's clashes it means there is likely to be more incidental fans, who may come early and watch the women's game or simply catch the end of it while they wait. Maddie Prespakis and sister Georgie spoke to Fox Footy after a hard fought contest in Geelong. The Bombers take on Carlton this week and Prespakis is expecting her old teammates to give her a hard time after some of them didnt take her departure from the Blues particularly well. Blue Abroad's Paul Sebastiani and Swoop Luke get amongst the fans following Carlton's 2023 practice match against Collingwood. SB: Melbourne's. Guelfi delves into the painful . It was always sort of in my blood I suppose, she said. In case you missed it.. She described to 7NEWS.com.au how it felt when she was drafted. Were having a morning tea and youre invited! Our What Ability Day at AAMI Park was absolutely awesome! Blues star Madison Prespakis is headed to Essendon.Credit:AFL Photos. It is obviously disappointing to lose Maddy and Georgia, there is no shying away from that, given our significant investment in both of them to date over the last four years and five years respectively. If Richmond manage to get Katie Brennan back from injury this week, the Hawks will struggle. Her dad also played the sport as well as several other family members. I felt as soon as I got the ball I was getting smashed left right and centre, she said. Is it Carlton's year? Madison Prespakis, Carlton's reigning best and fairest winner, will now be joined by her partner Serene Watson in the AFLW. The other issue of course, is that many of the players work outside of footy to subsidise the salary they get from playing AFLW, so it's a hurdle for them to get there in time, too. #WhatAbilityAthlete #HappinessComeFirst Fresh off of last weeks NAB AFLW Rising Star nomination, Georgie Prespakis was one of her sides best, finishing with 15 disposals and four clearances. Conversely, Fremantle look unlikely to nab their first win of the season, while Hawthorn and the Swans will both have fantastic opportunities to create a bit of history and earn their first wins when they take on the also winless Richmond and GWS respectively. Todd Liubinskas Credit: Supplied. AT THE start of the week - even as late as Thursday morning - the game wasnt even meant to be taking place in the 2022 home-and-away season. The 2020 AFLW Best & Fairest winner entered the AFLW with a splash. Clubs remain concerned about the player pool with 18 clubs in the competition for the first time, with players with long-term injuries unavailable and emerging talent completing year 12. Something like this! New to Kayo? AFL - Australian Football League. I still talk to a fair few of them everyday and they still keep in contact with me and see me as the same person I was before I left. But the team thats gone through and put the list together has been really bullish about wanting to make an impact from the start and being able to do that with some experience and some good kids coming through. Optus "I never put myself out there as much, I dont like to be the face of anything. I felt pretty bad, she said. The 19-year-old also spoke about her teammates, explaining how in awe she is of their hard work on and off the field. Join us on Saturday, 18 March for a morning tea and What Ability update at our Southport office. asn ivot. Chris Judd spoke to Carlton Media following his induction into the Carlton Hall of Fame. I can't go past the Bulldogs jumper though. AFLW 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - North's time to shine? They were a little quiet against North but they should outclass the Saints all over the ground. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. But the way that it was implemented for Friday night couldn't have been poorer. At just 19, she has kicked some serious goals. It's easy to see Maddy Prespakis' disposal numbers and her passion for the club, but Toogood's presence in the forward line and her work up the ground has been great to watch. Prespakis will miss Geelong's following two games against the Western Bulldogs and Essendon, for whom sister Maddy plays. In summary, Prespakis can accept a reprimand with an early plea. I know hes always there by my side," she says. At least. Blues recruit Jess Dal Pos speaks about leaving GWS and settling into new club Carlton. Is it Carlton's year? At 21 and under, these athletes show extreme promise for the future of the AFLW and women's sport. Gee was the Blues' first selection in the 2019 AFLW draft. She is undoubtedly one to watch, as she looks to lead Essendon to their debut finals series. A HUGE thank you to AAMI Park and our major partners AAMI, Harvey Norman, Optus, Shaw and Partners and Tyrepower for helping us bring this day to life and create unforgettable moments for people living with a disability! 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AFL 2023 fixture: Five must-watch games in the early rounds, How 'Demon spirit' brings out the best of Tayla Harris, AFL Draft - The top 10 prospects for 2023, AFL Draft 2022 - Every club's draft haul rated. ( 2 2000 .) In that she season, she earned All Australian honours, Carltons Best and Fairest award, the AFLW Best First Year Player and the AFLW Rising Star award for a standout 20 disposal, seven clearance, one-goal performance. Is it Carlton's year? She led from the front in an inexperienced team earning her third All Australian selection. I transitioned from local boys footy to another local team in girls footy which put her in the eyes of the TAC cup. Brisbane have had two huge wins and their side is looking as dominant as ever with the likes of Emily Bates and Orla O'Dwyer. The Blues looked vulnerable against Essendon and could be one for the Power to knock off and stamp their mark in South Australian football. Yet up until the day of last year's 2018 draft, there was every chance Prespakis would don the hoops of Geelong rather than the blue of Carlton. Prespakis won the AFLW Best and Fairest award in 2020 and was named in the All Australian team twice during her four seasons with Carlton. Maddy also said the whole experience has allowed her to also learn more about Indigenous culture. For me, my main focus is to enjoy footy and bring others into the game and make sure my teammates are loving it just as much as me. ML: Every year the clubs step up their game and this season has been no exception. But the way that it was implemented for Friday night couldn't have been poorer. She explained that for her, football was a big part of her life from the start. While Prespakis is enjoying the "good vibe and culture" that new coach Harford has brought to Carlton, her own father will no doubt be watching attentively. I thought Fremantle would fall off last season, but it looks like this year may be the tipping point in Freo. It absolutely makes sense to play doubleheaders, especially if we can line up the men's and women's clubs to give members the full experience and get the AFLW into stadiums like the 'G, but this was such a poor execution from the league. That has its positives for the AFLW competition as a whole, but for existing clubs, it places you in an unavoidably tough situation in terms of being able to compete with those offers.. However, this week will prove to be a barometer for the Tigers, who will need to beat the winless Hawks to prove their strength. Having agreed to take a meeting with Bombers officials ahead of the last AFLW sign and trade period, Prespakis was greeted by a contingent led by Merrett and football boss Josh Mahoney, determined to convince the young midfielder to make the high-profile move to Tullamarine. Earl Evans, Athlete at AFLW Carlton FC | What Ability Support Worker, AFLW Player at the Brisbane Lions & Support Worker at What Ability, Former NRL Athlete (Gold Coast Titans and Parramatta Eels) | What Ability Account manager, We hosted our very first TikTok workshop and it was EPIC! ML: Fremantle has started the season poorly and not without reason. Unsurprisingly, it was a night which the two of them - particularly Maddy, given the result - wouldnt change for the world. Mitch Cleary "Maddy, who is a lifelong Bombers supporter, is a young inside midfielder who has already achieved a lot in her short career, but with our support, we are certain she can take her game to the next level, " Harvey said. (1:30). We've still got Elise ODea and Brea Moody and players like that that have been in there for so long, she said. These women come from all different backgrounds, working in fields such as sport, business, science, and entertainment. Bonnie Toogood and Maddy Prespakis preview a historic AFLW season as Rish & Rath handover the baton to the Bombers' newest podcasters. JR: It's hard to gauge with all the expansion clubs entering the league but Bonnie Toogood has stood out to me so far as a leader at Essendon. SB: Maddy Prespakis moved from Carlton to Essendon and hasn't disappointed the Dons. She took her game to new heights in her second year, winning her second Carlton Best and Fairest award, her second All Australian selection and the League Best and Fairest as the best player in the game before backing it up with her third club best and fairest in four years. The former Blue is a tough operator in midfield, averaging 20.4 disposals and kicking 15 goals across her 34 games for Carlton. Just a bit of a hip and shoulder," says Carlton's No.3 draft pick, Maddy Prespakis, of her on-field greeting to North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney last weekend. Brisbane have had two huge wins and their side is looking as dominant as ever with the likes of Emily Bates and Orla O'Dwyer. If only she'd held that grab in the dying seconds against the Blues. To find out more about Maddy, click here. If youre looking for disability support in your community or want to find out more about What Ability, we would love to see you there! In a league where masses of players had to give up Aussie rules as children because of a lack of female pathways, Prespakis is the new breed of role model one of the first products of an increasingly inclusive and well-oiled female development program. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. Watch the Blues celebrate their Round 2 victory over the Cats, Courtney Jones kicks a goal after a Geelong turnover deep in defence, Nicola Stevens receives the perfect pass from Courtney Jones and finishes off with a running goal, Elise O'Dea makes use of a rare opportunity. Last week's 5pm start for the Demons and the Kangaroos allowed the women to play at the MCG prior to the men, but realistically isn't conducive to getting fans there after work. The Lions will remain undefeated after annihilating both the Dockers and GWS by 49 and 47 respectively, and if they don't beat the Gold Coast Suns I'll eat my hat. Marissa Lordanic: We all know Maddy has what it takes to win a best and fairest so I do think it's something she can achieve. I probably dont thrive on it. Existing clubs cant compete: Blues lose stars to expansion side Essendon. Just a bit of a hip and shoulder," says Carlton's No.3 draft pick, Maddy Prespakis, of her on-field greeting to North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney last weekend. #WhatAbility #HappinessComesFirst #QLD Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? However, a career-high tally for disposals for Maddy proved . 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