Given how far the competition has evolved already, it’s past time for congratulating the league’s mere existence. Constructive criticism is a sign of respect that AFLW deserves.
There were just over two minutes left on the clock in Port Adelaide’s round eight clash with Gold Coast when the Power, up by a goal, took possession with a mark inside 50.
Not every player needs to be treated like a superstar simply for taking the field. But there’s a difference between valid critiques and trolling. Despite that, there is a strong player consensus that the men’s and women’s games are different and should be treated within their unique contexts.And as the women play a different style to the men’s, in-depth analysis of their game, from those who understand the context behind it, would help fans understand it too.
So while criticism is welcome, it needs to come in the context of the growing professionalism of the women’s competition, which is just nine seasons old.
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