Recapping an exciting week of footy, the Credit to the Girls team discuss whether Melbourne’s depth has been exposed, why it isn’t panic stations at Collingwood just yet and the concerning loss for Geelong. All that and plenty more!  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Essendon midfielder Bess Keaney joins CTTG to chat the Bombers’ season, moving back to Victoria and her journey from hockey to AFLW. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Interview: From hockey to footy: How Bess became a Bomber

What can Collingwood do to salvage its season? Are the Suns wasting their talent? The Credit to the Girls crew dissect last week’s biggest AFLW questions and more.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG: Pies’ headache, low-effort Suns, Dogs’ day

West Coast midfielder Jess Rentsch chats with Credit to the Girls ahead of the Eagles’ game against Collingwood in week four. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Interview: ‘From woop-woop to the not-quite city’: Rentsch’s big move west

CTTG: Dees’ depth exposed, big Cat concerns, why Pies shouldn’t panic

CTTG chats with Richmond defender Tessa Lavey about the Tigers’ win on the weekend, managing injuries, and her plans after retirement. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Interview: The innocuous injury that kept Tessa Lavey out of the game

Recapping an exciting week of footy, the Credit to the Girls team questions whether Geelong should be happy with their draw, the reasons not to trust the Giants, and have the Lions worked out how to stop Kate Hore? Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG: Winning a drawn match, Giants’ crazy stat, key to stopping Dee

CTTG chats with Irish Melbourne midfielder Sinead Goldrick about the Dees’ win on the weekend, her move into the midfield, and her opinion on bringing back International Rules. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Interview: Melbourne midfielder Sinead Goldrick on Week 1 win, positional changes and International Rules

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are back for the 2024 NAB AFLW Season.  Recapping an exciting week of footy, has North Melbourne already had a season defining win? Have the Giants set the standard for their year? St Kilda’s finals difference and West Coast look inspired with their new coach, Daisy Pearce. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG: Roos' Revenge, Giants new standard and 'Daisy factor'

With match simulations and practice matches in the books CTTG discuss pre-season predictions and share intel on possible week one debuts and injuries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG: 2024 AFLW Season Preview

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition. In the final episode of our team previews, Sarah, Gemma and Lucy look at Sydney and North MelbourneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: Sydney and North Melbourne

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition. Next up is West Coast and RichmondSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: West Coast and Richmond

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition. Next up is Adelaide and St KildaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: Adelaide and St Kilda

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition. Next up is Brisbane and HawthornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: Brisbane and Hawthorn

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition. Next up is Geelong and GWS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: Geelong and GWS

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition. Next up is Fremantle and CollingwoodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: Fremantle and Collingwood

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition. Next up is Western Bulldogs and Carlton.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: Western Bulldogs and Carlton

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition. Next up is Port Adelaide and Gold Coast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: Port Adelaide and Gold Coast

In a nine-part pre-season special, Credit to the Girls is taking an in-depth look at every club in the competition, with the Bombers and the Demons first up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CTTG Season Previews: Essendon and Melbourne

Hawthorn have appointed Daniel Webster to the role of the clubs senior coaching position ahead of the 2024 AFLW season.  Webster comes down from Queensland to take over the role from Bec Goddard. In this chat, Webster goes one on one with Sarah Black about what's in store for the Hawks this year, reuniting with Emma Bates as well as much more. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One-on-one with new Hawthorn coach Daniel Webster

Sarah Black and Lucy Watkin are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we are dissecting the seasons of Melbourne and Adelaide. The top two sides from the season. The Demons had it all in front of them before going out of the finals in straight sets, whilst the Crows fell agonisingly short of a spot in the Grand Final by 1 point.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season in Review: Melbourne & Adelaide

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we are dissecting the seasons of Brisbane and North Melbourne. Our two Grand Finalists played off in an epic at Ikon Park with the Lions prevailing, coming from behind at 3 quarter time. Separately the seasons of both sides were outstanding as they strive for even greater improvement in 2024.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season in Review: Brisbane & North Melbourne

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we are dissecting the seasons of Geelong and Gold Coast. The Cats had a brilliant finals campaign winning through to a Preliminary Final whilst the Suns reached the semi-final stage doing so without one of their best players.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season in Review: Geelong & Gold Coast

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we are dissecting the seasons of Sydney and Essendon, two expansion sides who reached the finals for the first time in their history. The Swans were the fairytale story of the year having gone through their inaugural season without a win.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season in Review: Sydney & Essendon

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we are dissecting the seasons of Richmond and St Kilda. It all came together for the Tigers in the last round of the home and away season, that's now their benchmark heading into next year whilst the Saints had a great year under Nick Dal Santo and look ready to thrive in 2024.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season in Review: Richmond & St Kilda

Collingwood's Head of Women's Football, Jess Burger joins Sarah Black and Lucy Watkin in this bonus edition of Credit to the Girls to discuss how the Magpies have approached this year's trade and draft period. The Magpies are also on the lookout for a new senior coach heading into Season 9 of the AFLW with Steve Symonds standing down at the conclusion of season 8.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear how Collingwood have approached the AFLW Trade & Draft period

Lucy Watkin and Sarah Black bring you the latest news from the AFLW Trade period and the build up to the AFLW Draft next Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest from the AFLW Trade & Draft Period

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we are dissecting the seasons of Carlton and Collingwood. Carlton are re-learning a fresh gameplan under Mathew Buck whilst the Magpies are now on the hunt for a new coach ahead of the 2024 AFLW season.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season in Review: Carlton & Collingwood

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we are dissecting the seasons of Hawthorn and Fremantle. The Hawks are on the lookout for a new coach in season 2024 while the Dockers will be expecting to take another step forward with a second season under Lisa Webb.   Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season in Review: Hawthorn & Fremantle

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we are dissecting the seasons of GWS and Port Adelaide. The Giants finished the year in 16th place and will be on the lookout for a new captain in 2024, whilst the Power finished 15th and have the fill the void left by legend Erin Phillips announcing her retirement.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season Review: GWS & Port Adelaide

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani are recapping the performances of our teams across the 2023 AFLW season.  Today we're taking a look at the 18th placed Western Bulldogs and the 17th placed West Coast Eagles. Both sides are on the lookout for new coaches ahead of the 2024 season and will be expecting stronger performances in season 9 of the AFLW. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW Season Review: Western Bulldogs & West Coast Eagles

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani recap a thrilling AFLW Grand Final that saw the Brisbane Lions come from 7 points down at 3 quarter time to win the Premiership over North Melbourne by 17 points.  Bre Koenen was one of many stars for the Lions on the day, a standout performance from the skipper being awarded the best player on the ground medal. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Grand Final heartache to Premiership glory in 12 months for the Lions

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, Gemma Bastiani, and Michael Whiting bring you this year's AFLW Grand Final preview. North Melbourne welcomes Brisbane to Ikon Park on Sunday. The Roos have had a stunning run through the finals series while the Lions had to fight right to the death to beat the Cats. All the storylines, all the match ups, and plenty more ahead of the first bounce on Sunday. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ultimate Grand Final preview

It's a bumper edition of Interview Wednesday with Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani. Bella Eddey takes a look at the Grand Final through the lens of the Kangaroos who've taken it all before them this finals series advancing to their first Grand Final after a thrilling 1-point win over Adelaide.  Orla O'Dwyer has had a stellar season on the wing for the Lions and has been a major factor as to how they've reached their fifth Grand Final, they head to Melbourne with their backs to the wall, but ready to cause an upset of sorts at Ikon Park.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Checking in with both Grand Finalists on Interview Wednesday

Lucy Watkin and Sarah Black go one-on-one with Richmond superstar and AFLW season 8 best and fairest winner Monique Conti. Such was Conti's dominance and the evenness across the rest of the competition, the star Tiger sewed up the win with a three-vote game against Hawthorn in Cairns in round eight. The midfielder eventually finished on 23 votes, with a four-way tie for second place on 16 votes - Geelong's Amy McDonald, Sydney's Chloe Molloy, Riddell and Gold Coast's Claudia Whitfort. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear from AFLW Best & Fairest winner Monique Conti

Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani and Lucy Watkin recap what was an incredible Preliminary Final weekend in the AFLW. Geelong pushed Brisbane right to the line in Springfield but ultimately fell short meaning the Lions will contest their 5th AFLW Grand Final. North Melbourne have gone from being unable to beat the Big 3 to knocking off the Demons and Crows in this finals series to advance to their first AFLW Grand Final.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a thrilling Preliminary Final weekend

Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani, and Lucy Watkin take an in-depth look at this weekend's Preliminary Final action. Brisbane will play host to Geelong whilst the Kangaroos welcome Adelaide to Ikon Park with the winners from these match-ups set to contest the AFLW Grand Final next weekend.  The AFLW Awards night will be held on Monday night, we take a look at which players are in line to be recognised for their on-field performances in 2023. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing the AFLW Preliminary Finals plus looking ahead to the W-Awards

Geelong coach Dan Lowther joins Sarah Black and Lucy Watkin for Interview Wednesday.  The Cats have won both of their finals so far this series and made their way to the preliminary final, they'll face off against the Lions in QLD for a spot in the Grand Final.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cats walking straight into the Lions Den with Scheer determination

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani cover in-depth semi-final weekend in the AFLW. Geelong has upset the Demons to advance to the Preliminary Final whilst the fairytale story of the Swans ended at the hands of the Crows. The Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn are on the lookout for new coaches ahead of S9 beginning and the trade period is now starting to heat up. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best ever game of AFLW, Coaching departures and trade discussions

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani have the most comprehensive preview of this weekend's AFLW semi-final match ups.  Can the Crows get back on the winners list and advance to the Preliminary Final against North Melbourne when they face the Swans on Saturday? Geelong are heading down the highway to take on Melbourne at Ikon Park on Sunday.  Plus, the 2023 AFLW All-Australian squad has been released, who are the players we're most excited to see named, and which players were stiff to miss out. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing the AFLW semi-finals plus the hits and misses of the AFLW All-Australian squad

Sarah Black and Lucy Watkin speak to Adelaide ruck Jess Allan on interview Wednesday. The Crows will have to go the long way if they're to reach the Grand Final this year after losing to the Lions in the Qualifying Final. Jess Allan sees this as a positive for the continuity of playing. In 2023, Allan has reunited with her sister at the Crows after a year away in the Army. The work-life-elite sport balance has proven fruitful for Jess this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Balancing elite football with Army life is helping Jess Allan be the best ruck she can be

Gemma Bastiani brings you a bonus edition of Credit to the Girls as she goes one on one with the retiring champion of AFLW, Erin Phillips. Phillips was apart of the inaugural Adelaide side that claimed the AFLW's first-ever premiership in 2017, she would go onto win her second flag in 2019. Both Premierships saw Erin earn the best on-ground medal for her performances.  This AFLW Grand Final, Phillips will be on hand to award the best player on the ground the same medal she earned twice.  After her time at the Crows, Phillips became the inaugural captain of Port Adelaide, the club she grew up loving and has spent the past 2 seasons leading.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An incredible legacy left by the one and only Erin Phillips

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani recap an incredible opening weekend of AFLW finals.  Three of the four game produced upset wins which has seen the Lions and North Melbourne advance to the preliminary final weekend. Sydney have gone from a winless first season to an inaugural finals win and a spot in the semi-final weekend whilst the Cats were able to account for the Bombers and now the Demons await. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big statements made across week 1 of the AFLW finals series

Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani and Lucy Watkin take an in-depth look at the 4 AFLW finals that are on offer this weekend. Adelaide and Brisbane meet for the 11th time in their history, the Gold Coast Suns take on the Swans as Sydney competes in their first finals series. Same for Essendon who head down the highway to face Geelong, and the Demons will host North Melbourne at Ikon Park. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 mouthwatering match-ups to open the 2023 AFLW finals series

Geelong winger Zali Friswell had 17 disposals at 82 per cent efficiency, four marks and three tackles in the Cats' 40 point win over Hawthorn.Friswell had a season high 68 AFLW Fantasy, five intercepts and two clearances in the win which saw Geelong secure a home elimination final against Essendon at GMHBA Stadium this Sunday.The 19-year-old is averaging 10.6 disposals, 3.8 tackles and 46.2 AFLW Fantasy points this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 10 Rising Star Nominee - Zali Friswell; Geelong

Darcie Davies kicked two goals and had 10 hitouts in the SUNS' 14-point victory over Essendon in Mackay.The win secured the Gold Coast SUNS a home final at Heritage Bank Stadium, which will be the club's second finals campaign and first final in three years.Davies made her debut in the opening round of this season has has only missed one game, averaging nine hitouts per game.She had a season high 17 hitouts in their 31-point win against the GWS GIANTS in Round Nine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 10 Rising Star Nominee - Darcie Davies; Gold Coast SUNS

Gold Coast's Jac Dupuy is our headline guest this Interview Wednesday. The Suns have qualified for their second-ever finals series and will face off against the Sydney Swans on Saturday night in an Elimination Final. Gemma Bastiani and Lucy Watkin along with Dupuy talk through replacing Charlie Rowbottom in the side, the positive influence Cam Joyce is having on his playing group, and sharing the forward line with Tara Bohanna. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jac Dupuy is primed and ready to have an impact this finals series

We now turn our attention to the 2023 AFLW Finals Series. A frantic final Sunday has seen the Swans make their first finals series after going through their inaugural season without a win. Essendon will also feature in the finals for the first time. Adelaide has taken out the minor premiership while the Lions have beaten Melbourne to lock themselves into a spot in the top 4. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crows minor premiers, top 4 power rankings, and the rest of the 8 is set

After the Round 8 victory over the Bulldogs, Gemma Bastiani headed inside the camp of the Sydney Swans leading into their Round 9 match up against Collingwood.  Hear exclusively from coach Scott Gowans, reigning best and fairest Cynthia Hamilton, as well as co-captains Chloe Molloy and Lucy McEvoy.  The Swans would go on to beat the Magpies and the reality of playing finals is a Round 10 win against Fremantle away from happening.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dare to believe Swans fans, finals is on the horizon

Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani and Lucy Watkin take a look at the most important games that will shape the final 8 in the final round of the home and away season. Melbourne and Brisbane will do battle in the Grand Final rematch, the Demons aiming for minor premiers, Brisbane to finish with a double chance. Erin Phillips has announced her retirement, her final game will be this weekend at Alberton. And, which coaches should be considered for the Coach of the Year in 2023? Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 10 2023 Preview: Finals shaping match-ups, tribute to the legend Erin Phillips & who is the coach of the year

Leading into the AFLW's Pride Round as well as the final home and away round, Carlton ruck Jess Good joins Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani on interview Wednesday. The Blues have exceeded many people's expectations in season 8 and are still alive to play in this years finals series if they beat the Saints this weekend, plus Jess chats about the importance and significance of the AFLW's Pride Round.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A better than good chat with Carlton's Jess Good!

Hawthorn ruck, Lucy Wales, played a standout role in the team’s eight-point win over Port Adelaide on Sunday in Frankston. The 20-year-old notched up a career-high 20 disposals comprising of 10 kicks, 10 handballs, six tackles and 14 hit-outs.  In only her second season Wales is averaging 10 possessions a game and nearly 16 hit-outs as well as 64 AFLW Fantasy points. Since being selected by the Hawks with pick 22 in the 2022 AFLW draft and making her debut in Round 1, Wales has notched up 18 games including eight this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 9 Rising Star Nominee - Lucy Wales; Hawthorn

Charlotte Mullins has played every game in 2023, making her presence felt in a strong Brisbane side. The versatile young forward collected 11 disposals – nine of which were contested – in a tough game against St Kilda at RSEA Park. Recording six kicks, five handballs, seven tackles and also hitting the scoreboard with a goal, Mullins totalled 63 AFLW Fantasy points.  Booting five goals so far this year and averaging nearly 10 possessions per game this season, the 19-year-old also celebrated her birthday on Saturday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 9 Rising Star Nominee - Charlotte Mullins; Brisbane

The penultimate round of the AFLW season has come to a close. North Melbourne had Adelaide within their grasp until the final 90 seconds of the contest. Hear how the Crows overcame the Roos.  The Western Bulldogs are on the board this year, but can't be lulled into a false sense of security after beating the Eagles, whilst the Saints are ticking off opponents one at a time.  Port Adelaide lacked composure when it mattered most against the Hawks, and there's an outright leader in The Credit. Claudia Whitfort had a breakout game for the Suns, catch up on her chat with Sarah on Passing the Torch earlier this year: https://omny.fm/shows/credit-to-the-girls-an-aflw-podcast/passing-the-torch-claudia-whitford-gold-coast-suns Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roos fall agonisingly short, Change still required at the Dogs, lack of composure at the Power

Heading into the penultimate round of the 2023 AFLW season, Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani and Lucy Watkin take a look at the weekend's action.  Adelaide and North Melbourne is the headline act this weekend as the Kangaroos attempt to prove their Premiership credentials against the Crows. Chloe Molloy faces her old side for the first time since moving to Sydney and will the Eagles have that emotional bounce to win their second game in a row for the first time in the clubs history.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 9 2023 Preview: Top 4 battles, Molloy v Collingwood, West Coast new coach bounce?

It's a double dose on interview Wednesday, hear from GWS' Katherine Smith after the Giants produced a brilliant heartstopping victory over the Blues on Saturday. On Sunday, the Eagles upset the Bombers at Windy Hill to produce their second win of the season, they'll face the Bulldogs this weekend and Charlie Thomas is hoping to make it two wins in a row for the first time in the club's history. Note our interview with Charlie Thomas was recorded before Michael Prior, coach of West Coast made the announcement to resign from his role.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kat Smith's Giant weekend & Charlie Thomas is flying high out West

Mia Austin kicked two goals and had three marks in Carlton's narrow loss to the GWS GIANTS in Round Eight.The key forward had 10 disposals and five tackles in the Carlton forward line that was missing fellow talls Jess Good and Phoebe McWilliams.Austin has played in every game this season and is averaging 1.3 goals per game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 8 Rising Star Nominee - Mia Austin; Carlton

Sofia Hurley has been named the Round 8 AFLW Rising Star. Now into her second season of AFLW, Hurley amassed 24 disposals and kicked 2 goals in the Swans 57 point win over the Western Bulldogs on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 8 Rising Star Nominee - Sofia Hurley; Sydney Swans

Round 8 of the AFLW season provided plenty of action for Lucy, Sarah and Gemma to unpack.  Adelaide have lost top spot after falling short of the Lions, while the mental side of the game is up for discussion at the Kangaroos after losing to the Demons.  West Coast responded emphatically to put a dent in the finals hopes of the Bombers, the Magpies have now won four in a row as a young Giant produced a breakout performance for the ages! Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruised Bombers egos, a GIANT loss for Carlton on a Super Saturday of AFLW

Emelia Yassir kicked a game and career-high three goals in Richmond's 17-point loss to Essendon.She had four tackles and kicked the opening goal of the game, snapping the opener within 30 seconds of the opening bounce of the Dreamtime clash.The medium forward is averaging one goal and two score involvements per game this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 7 Rising Star Nominee - Emelia Yassir; Richmond

With only three home and away rounds to go in the 2023 AFLW season this weekend pins the top four against one another which will go a long way to determining this year's Premiership favourites. Away from Brisbane v Adelaide, Naarm v North Melbourne there's match ups that will shape the rest of the top eight in the run to the finals.  Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani and Lucy Watkin take a look at this second weekend of indigenous round. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 8 2023 Preview: Top 4 classics, finals defining contests and desperate for victory

Dakota Davidson feels like she belongs at the elite level of AFLW and season 8 has brought out the best in her.  From her outside-of-training work within her family's business run by her father, to the way she views her own position in the team, 2023 is proving to be a fruitful campaign for Davidson. The Lions will face the Adelaide Crows this weekend in their biggest home and away game of the season, the two powerhouses will be doing battle for the tenth time in the competitions history as part of the second weekend of Indigenous Round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane's Dancing Queen Dakota Davidson has never been happier

Kiera Mueller had a season-high 12 disposals (92% efficiency) and four marks in the Adelaide Crows' seventh consecutive win for the season.Mueller had five intercept possessions, two tackles, and 46 AFLW Fantasy points in the Adelaide Crows' 42-point win against the Western Bulldogs on Friday night.She is averaging ten disposals, 2.3 marks and 2.3 tackles this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 7 Rising Star Nominee - Kiera Mueller; Adelaide Crows

Into the last month of the AFLW season, West Coast coach Michael Prior has made headlines around his side having to face off against the Demons, questioning the equality of the fixture. Elsewhere the Magpies have moved into the 8 after beating Carlton on Sunday, St Kilda have won four games in a row, and there's 2 Kangaroo's storming to the top of the leaderboard in The Credit.  Watch back Gemma's deep-dive on the work Ebony Marinoff does around the footy on The W-Show Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prior complaints unwarranted, Magpies turn the corner and how serious are the Saints?

Round 7 of this AFLW season sees the logjam in the middle of the ladder take shape with some absolute must-watch matches. Adelaide, and Melbourne have the opportunity to pull further away from the chasing pack whilst the Bombers could push for their first opportunity to feature in finals. Gold Coast haven't been in a better position to win a Q-Clash and the Swans are in the box seat to win their fourth game for the season to stay in touch with the top 8.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 7 2023 Preview: Must-watch matches, last-chance saloons + undefeated v winless

Join Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani on Interview Wednesday as they chat with Essendon's Sophie Alexander. The Bombers are coming off an impressive victory over Geelong in Warrnambool and will be looking to continue their winning ways when they tackle the Tigers at Ikon Park this Saturday night in the clubs Dreamtime match.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How the youth is driving Sophie Alexander & the Bombers towards the finals

Gold Coast skipper Tara Bohanna has kicked the winning behind from long range after the final siren to lift the Suns to a dramatic one-point AFLW victory over Richmond. Gemma Bastiani caught up with the captain immediately after the victory on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tara Bohanna is the rising sun after kicking the match-winning point

Essendon forward Amber Clarke has earned an AFLW Round Six Rising Star nomination after a game-breaking display in their 10-point comeback win over Geelong. Clarke grabbed 16 disposals and booted two crucial goals to help get the Bombers over the line and improve to a 4-2 record this season. The 18-year-old got the Bombers on the board with a freakish snap from the right forward pocket on the verge of half-time. Taken with the Bombers’ first-ever AFLW draft selection at pick four in the 2022 National Draft, Clarke is growing into an important player among the club’s young core.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 6 Rising Star Nominee - Amber Clarke; Essendon

Young Hawthorn midfielder Charlotte Baskaran has been recognised as a Round 6 AFLW Rising Star nominee following a strong outing against St Kilda on Saturday afternoon. In just her 16th game at the highest level, the 18-year-old put in an impressive performance at RSEA Park with 14 disposals, including 11 contested possessions, along with a game-high 12 tackles. Baskaran has shown gradual improvement across her six games this season, averaging 13 disposals, 5.8 contested possessions and 4.3 tackles per outing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 6 Rising Star Nominee - Charlotte Baskaran; Hawthorn

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  With only a month left of the home and away season the top of the ladder is starting to take shape with Adelaide ending the Melbourne winning streak. The Magpies have upset the Lions, and the Bombers keep themselves in the hunt for finals with a win in Warrnambool. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adelaide make a statement, Brisbane's lack of discipline and are the Bombers making the finals?

Round 6 presents us with the downhill run to the finals for AFLW S8.  Will Melbourne and Adelaide be the Grand Final preview for 2023?  Can the Dogs find a way to their first win of the season, whilst the West Coast Eagles are chasing back-to-back wins for the first time in club history. The Magpies need to beat Brisbane to stay in touch with the top 8, as the Tigers and Suns face off in a classic 8-point game. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 6 2023 Preview: Make or break games, ladder separators and a GF preview?

Interview Wednesday's sees double-trouble with St Kilda winning back-to-back games, now in search of their third straight win this weekend.  Tyanna Smith and Maddie Boyd have headed into the studio with Lucy and Sarah, the journey of their careers, recovering from long-term ACL injuries, making the move up the highway and plenty more as part of this conversation.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Double-Trouble Saints on interview Wednesday as 3 in a row is on offer

Lauren Wakfer was drafted to the Eagles ahead of season seven, 2022, but sat out that season due to an ACL injury. The 19-year-old has become the Eagles' first-choice ruck this season, with Wakfer managing 14 hitouts, six clearances, seven tackles and 14 disposals against Port Adelaide on Friday night. It's Wakfer's first Rising Star nomination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 5 Rising Star Nominee - Lauren Wakfer; West Coast Eagles

Ella Heads took 10 marks to go along with her 18 disposals against Carlton on Friday. She also had a game-high 380m gained against the Blues. This is Heads' first Rising Star nomination after she played every game in season seven, 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 5 Rising Star Nominee - Ella Heads; Sydney Swans

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  At the halfway point of the season, there's question marks on the fitness levels at the Western Bulldogs, Jesse Wardlaw looks to have found her home starting in the ruck and pushing forward at the Saints and Craig Starcevich has put into question why players request trades out of the Lions. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questions on the Dogs fitness, Has expansion hurt the Lions + Jesse Wardlaw's best position?

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  As we hit the halfway point of the home and away season, this is where clubs must use this weekend to claim victory and continue to keep their season alive. Others are out to stamp their premiership credentials, it all kicks off tonight with Geelong and Melbourne down at the Cattery.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 5 2023 Preview: A most important weekend for some, others set to stamp premiership credentials

Emma O'Driscoll is a ball of energy for the Fremantle Dockers, throughout this interview with Sarah Black and Lucy Watkin it's on full display. O'Driscoll has recovered from an innocuous but horrific injury from a stud to the shin to be a regular feature of the Dockers backline. She discusses the closeness of the group, the fun nature of the team and coming together under new coach Lisa Webb. Emma's younger brother Nathan is on the Fremantle list as well, making it feel even more like the family club for her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Fremantle really is a family club for Emma O'Driscoll

Standing at 158cm, Rylie Wilcox burst on to the AFLW scene last season with her blistering pace and footy smarts. She amassed 18 disposals, four marks and 303m gained in the Western Bulldogs' four-point loss to Gold Coast on Sunday. Wilcox was previously nominated in round three, season seven, 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 4 Rising Star Nominee - Rylie Wilcox; Western Bulldogs

Steph Wales picked up 19 disposals, six marks, five clearances and 284m gained in Essendon's 20-point win over Fremantle on Sunday. The 20-year-old ruck, whose twin sister Lucy plays for Hawthorn, has not missed a game after being picked up by the Bombers in 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 4 Rising Star Nominee - Steph Wales; Essendon

In this bonus edition of Credit to the Girls, Gemma Bastiani has gone one-on-one with St Kilda's Liv Vesely. Liv has had a torrid run with injuries throughout her AFLW career, but has put that behind her and making every post a winner in season 8.  The Saints were on the winners list in Round 4 with a five goal final term to overcome Collingwood at RSEA Park on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A healthy, fit and firing Liv Vesely is a great thing for the Saints

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  Nearing the halfway point of the AFLW season, the Demons made a coaching change that raised the eyebrows of keen observers, the Lions have walked away from Tassie with the four points, the first team to do so against the Roos. And, the Magpies are staring down the barrell of a tough upcoming month.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disrespectful Dees, Lions ruin Roos record, and are the Pies in trouble already?

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  Once again the Kangaroos are in focus, can they continue their perfect record in Tassie tonight against Brisbane? The Gold Coast Suns have got an opportunity to inflict more pain on the Bulldogs, the Magpies are favourites to beat the Saints at RSEA Park as Chiocci and Lambert face off against their old side.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 4 2023 Preview: Kangas perfect record in Tassie, Fears for the Dogs defence & the positives at the Pies

The Brisbane Lions are setting themselves to get down to Tasmania and become the first side to give North Melbourne a loss down in the Apple Isle. The Kangaroos have an unblemished record down there, Cathy Svarc is confident her team can come away with the points.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find out how Cathy Svarc & the Lions plan to give the Roos their first loss in Tassie

Keeley Skepper kicked a game-high three goals and 23 disposals (10 contested) in Carlton's 53-point win against the West Coast Eagles. The 163cm midfielder-turned-forward also had seven score involvements (equal game high), five marks, 655 metres-gained and 101 AFLW Fantasy points on Sunday afternoon. She kicked the first goal of the game with a left-footed snap across the body.Hailing from Wodonga, Skepper was drafted by Carlton with pick 17 in the 2022 National Draft from the Murray Bushrangers and played juniors with Shepparton United.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 3 Rising Star Nominee - Keeley Skepper; Carlton

Jasmine Fleming had 18 disposals at 83 per cent efficiency and took four marks in Hawthorn's 13 point loss to Fremantle. Fleming was nominated for the Rising Star award last season in Round Five off the back of collecting 10 tackles and 16 disposals in the Hawk's four point win against the Sydney Swans. Fleming finished third overall in the 2022 Season Seven AFLW Rising Star award.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 3 Rising Star Nominee - Jas Fleming; Hawthorn

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  This week the talk is all around the performance of the Gold Coast Suns at Victoria Park, there's question marks over the Eagles loss to the Blues whilst there's plenty of Kangaroos sliding under the radar at the moment.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Worrying West Coast trends, historical Gold Coast wins and under the radar Roos

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  Geelong vs. North Melbourne headline round 3 of the season, tonight at 5:00pm at GMHBA Stadium, this is the best chance the Cats have had to beat the Roos. Is the Gold Coast formline real on the back of their thumping win over West Coast, which of the Saints or Port will fall to 0-3 and can Hawthorn fly home from WA with another four points next to their name?  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 3 2023 Preview: Geelong's best chance against North, is Gold Coast form real, Hawks on the road

The Kangaroos have started the season in terrific fashion. Tahlia Randall has been a key playmaker for the Roos in the forward line headlined by 4 goals on the weekend against Carlton.  Randall is open about working with Darren Crocker to improve her accuracy in front of goal, the obvious changes to the way the game is played with the 5 off-season rule changes, and how Jasmine Garner has become one of the most special players in the league.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tahlia Randall explains why Jasmine Garner is such a special player

Zarlie Goldsworthy is the AFLW Round 2 Rising Star nominee, Goldsworthy had 18 disposals (nine contested) and six tackles in her club's Round Two loss to Melbourne.The 19-year-old also had four marks, three clearances, three inside 50s and 81 AFLW Fantasy points at Manuka Oval.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 2 Rising Star Nominee - Zarlie Goldsworthy; GWS Giants

Matilda Scholz has been recognised as the Round 2 AFLW Rising Star after having 20 hitouts and 13 disposals (11 contested) in Port Adelaide's loss to the Brisbane Lions.The 189cm ruck also had five tackles, four marks (one contested), two clearances and 82 AFLW Fantasy points in her second game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 2 Rising Star Nominee - Matilda Scholz; Port Adelaide

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  Recapping an entertaining second round of the season, are the Dogs already in trouble and chasing their tails a fortnight in? Can you split the pair of Melbourne and North Melbourne? Which side of Carlton and GWS would you like to be on? Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Land of the Rising Suns, North or Melbourne, and are the Dogs in trouble?

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are into the swing of the 2023 AFLW Season.  Richmond v Adelaide headline the second weekend of action, which side will utilise the wide expanses of Ikon Park to their advantage, a danger game for the Bulldogs facing the Hawks in Ballarat while Lauren Arnell will create another piece of history when she coaches against her Premiership teammates at Brisbane.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 2 2023 Preview: Danger games, changing lanes wins footy & capitalising on efficiencies

Interview Wednesdays are back on Credit to the Girls. Join Sarah Black with Lucy Watkin as they chat to Sydney coach Scott Gowans after the Swans produced the club's first ever win a historic opening round come-from-behind victory over GWS on Sunday. Chloe Molloy, in her debut match for the club, and as captain kicked two girls which led Gowans to reveal his joy for having Molloy join the club over the off-season.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Swans coach Scott Gowans regards Chloe Molloy as the best AFLW player he's seen

West Coast young gun Ella Roberts has been recognised for her outstanding performance in the round one clash with Fremantle with a Rising Star nomination. The Eagles fell to Fremantle by eight points in the high-pressure match, but Roberts starred with a game-high 24 disposals, 16 of those contested, a game-high 19 kicks, four marks and four tackles. The 18-year-old was awarded the RAC Derby medal for her efforts, becoming the first Eagle in AFLW history to win the best afield honour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 1 Rising Star Nominee - Ella Roberts, West Coast Eagles

Ally Morphett has been nominated as the AFLW Round 1 Rising Star. Morphett had 18 disposals, kicked a goal, and had 29 hit outs in the Swan's historic first-ever win over the GWS Giants on Sunday. Sarah Black goes one-on-one with the Swans ruck.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW Round 1 Rising Star Nominee - Ally Morphett, Sydney Swans

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani wrap up a blockbuster opening weekend of the 2023 AFLW season.  The return of Bri Davey for the Magpies wasn't enough to overcome the reigning premiers, Jasmine Garner has picked up where she left off at the Kangaroos, the Tigers have beaten the Lions in another home and away thriller but the weekend belonged to the Swans who've created history by winning their first ever game over the GWS Giants.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dee-light, a Swansational performance and Tigers celebrate in Springfield

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are building up to the 2023 AFLW Season.  Ahead of the season opener tonight, hear the full-blown preview of the opening weekend of AFLW season 8.  Melbourne v Collingwood, the Sydney derby, the WA derby, and the Adelaide showdown are all on the agenda.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFLW S8 Round 1 2023 Preview: A blockbuster opening weekend

On the eve of AFLW Season 8, Sarah Black and Lucy Watkin hold an in-depth chat with AFL general manager of women's football, Nicole Livingstone. The build-up to Friday night, five new rule changes introduced, discussion around the CBA, how the landscape for trade and draft will look at the conclusion of the season, and more.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One-on-One with Nicole Livingstone ahead of AFLW Season 8

Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin, and Gemma Bastiani are building up to the 2023 AFLW Season.  Leading into the first bounce next Friday night between Melbourne and Collingwood, we have opened up the mailbag and answered all of your questions ahead of the season beginning.  Who will be the biggest risers in 2023? Which club is in the best pre-season form? Who will earn their first AA guernsey? All that and more as part of this edition. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All your questions answered ahead of the 2023 AFLW Season

In the lead-up to the 2023 AFLW Season. Lucy Watkin, Gemma Bastiani, and Sarah Black are taking a look at all 18 clubs ahead of season 8 commencing. Fremantle are proving to be an interesting case-study with new coach Lisa Webb at the helm. The Swans went winless through their inaugural season of AFLW, can they get a win on the board with the injection of talent they've brought in over the off-season? Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 AFLW club-by-club season previews: Sydney & Fremantle

In the lead-up to the 2023 AFLW Season. Lucy Watkin, Gemma Bastiani, and Sarah Black are taking a look at all 18 clubs ahead of season 8 commencing. The focus is on one of the inaugural teams GWS to show significant improvement from where they've been to where they're going whilst Hawthorn are looking towards their second stint in the AFLW this year.  Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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