Geelong and North Melbourne entered the AFLW in the same year. As they prepare to clash this weekend, their similarities make a mouth-watering contest.
Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this articleBack in 2019, Geelong and North Melbourne became the first expansion teams in the AFLW, added to the inaugural eight clubs in the first sign of a growing competition.The Cats looked to youth and local talent, drafting the likes of Nina Morrison, Becky Webster, and Olivia Purcell.
Now, as they prepare to face off once more – and for the first time since North Melbourne knocked Geelong out of last season's finals by a measly two points – the sides have more in common than just the year they entered the AFLW.For Geelong it's Georgie Prespakis, Amy McDonald and Nina Morrison, and for North Melbourne it's Jasmine Garner, Ash Riddell and Mia King.
North Melbourne has harnessed the outside game in a different way, focusing on uncontested possession with a kick-mark style of play, it is equally adept at controlling the footy.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Kangaroos up for daunting challenge against unbeaten Cats‘We've been building on something.’
Read more »
Souths hoping Wighton will miss just two NRL games, Kangaroos return ruled outA loophole could result in Jack Wighton missing just two games for new club South Sydney after he was suspended for biting.
Read more »
Souths hoping Wighton will miss just two NRL games, Kangaroos return ruled outA loophole could result in Jack Wighton missing just two games for new club South Sydney after he was suspended for biting.
Read more »
Mal confirms Holmes stance as young gun handed Kangaroos boost amid investigationMal confirms Holmes stance as young gun handed Kangaroos boost amid investigation
Read more »
AFLW 2023 round three expert tips and teamsAll the ins and outs for round three of the AFLW competition, and how the experts see all the games playing out.
Read more »