I suppose theres still a few girls that I did speak to on the phone in terms of my move who were probably disappointed and didnt really want to speak to me after that, she revealed. The Cats went on to select Geelong local Nina Morrison first, who delivered a best-on-ground performance against Collingwood in the season opener but was ruled out for the rest of the season after rupturing an ACL on Thursday night, while Carlton snapped up Prespakis as the first metropolitan pick. AFL Senior Coach Michael Voss spoke to the crowd at the Carlton Hall of Fame event about the progress of pre-season and the importance of acknowledging the past. But the way that it was implemented for Friday night couldn't have been poorer. "I really admire watching her play footy, and the way she goes about things," Prespakis says. After a stellar performance against her old side over the weekend, the West Coast Eagles will need to find a way to stop her dominance on field. Prespakis begynte spille fotball i fire r gammel gjennom Auskick-programmet i Romsey, nord-vest for Melbourne. Jesse Robinson: In short, yes. AFL 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - Can the Cats go again? 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! If Richmond manage to get Katie Brennan back from injury this week, the Hawks will struggle. Its pretty crazy that these little kids look up to people like us and Im a role model in someones life, which is bizarre.. It's a relatively neutral game at Ikon Park this weekend and they need to win to maintain any hope of making it into finals. Its the kids you meet along the way and the difference you can make to someones life or day - whether it is driving them to training or coaching them, I think its what made me feel like a role model to them and give them someone to look up to and learn about their culture more.. Bonnie Toogood and Maddy Prespakis preview a historic AFLW season as Rish & Rath handover the baton to the Bombers' newest podcasters. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. Carlton President Luke Sayers spoke to the crowd at last night's Hall of Fame event. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above. Marissa Lordanic: There are undoubtedly benefits to doubleheaders. The young woman is inspiring others in AFLW. (2:02). For me, its just growing as a person and a leader on and off the field. Jesse Robinson: In short, yes. 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. For me, I wouldnt have cared if I went pick 100. The young Indigenous athlete is making waves in AFL Women's league - as both a player and champion of her culture. Maddy takes the four points in battle of the Prespakis sisters Hugh Maclean 15/01/2022 Maddy (R) and Georgie Prespakis. Is it Carlton's year? She acknowledged that it was a disappointing outcome, but also has given the side a place to start for the 2022 season. But fans draw the short straw in doubleheaders despite them being marketed as a plus. MADDY Prespakis is a name that has become synonymous with the Game Changers. At least. Super fan Ed had an EPIC day meeting some of his favourite players and visiting their HQ. ML: Every year the clubs step up their game and this season has been no exception. Following this, she moved into girls footy which she previously hadnt known existed. Have the Tigers over-achieved? 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. But the 21-year-old has swapped the navy blue for the red . I love the simplicity and how it highlights the pride section at the top, it lets the colours speak for themselves. Harvey Norman JR: Purely on design, I think Port Adelaide have nailed it. They'll have both Tamara Luke and Lou Stephenson out with injury which is a big blow to the experience in their side. Gee was the Blues' first selection in the 2019 AFLW draft. ML: The Saints will stop the rot and upset the Dogs to heap even more pressure on the team as they push for finals. AFLW 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - North's time to shine? 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. AFLW 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - North's time to shine? Welcome to the team Maddy! The amount of blood she had coming out, I thought she broke it! The young woman didnt think it would be possible - but then the AFLW came into place, so she put her best foot forward. AFL - Australian Football League. It was clear the occasion of playing against her younger sister got to Maddy Prespakis. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. #WhatAbility #Queensland, What does a day out at Parramatta Eels National Rugby League Club look like? Why St Kilda's second appointment of Ross Lyon is a massive gamble, Every AFL club's trade and free agency period graded. At the age of four, she started playing Auskick - for the fun, social reasons that people join team sports as a child. "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. The 10 big moments that defined the AFLW season. She then found herself in the TAC cup which is now the NAB league. The former Blue is a tough operator in midfield, averaging 20.4 disposals and kicking 15 goals across her 34 games for Carlton. Tori Tumeth - Melbourne City FC Credit: Supplied. Brisbane Lions To find out more about Maddy, click here. "My dad was a big influence on me. Watch every AFLW game LIVE on Fox Footy and Kayo. What Ability featured on Seven Network, showcasing our first ever What Ability Day at AAMI Park and the awesome athletes involved! Fresh off of last week's NAB AFLW Rising Star nomination, Georgie Prespakis was one of her side's best, finishing with 15 disposals and four clearances. Tyrepower, Brisbane Lions Dee Heslop had the best day out in Queensland with George! I lived with both my parents, twin sister, little sister, and brother - so there was quite a full house, with six of us, she said. I was saying to my younger sister, who hopefully gets drafted at the end of the year, that hearing your name being called out on the draft day is the best moment ever, she said. 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. 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. Prespakis isn't interested in talk of which number she was picked in the 2018 draft.Credit:Justin McManus. Optus I was at the right age to make that transition as smooth as possible, she said. 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. 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. Their guernsey gives a nod to the traditional "V" of the Demons but with the pride colours clearly displayed at the top. The Cats, granted picks one and two, had made overtures to the Sunbury teenager and would have almost certainly selected her second, if not first. Maddy recalled fondly, telling the boys she wanted to play footy professionally just like they did when she was a child. One issue is the doubleheaders being forced to start so early on a weeknight. 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. However, a career-high tally for disposals for Maddy proved to be crucial in Carltons 14-point win. Please try again later. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? Something like this! Im feeling pretty good. 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. 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.. Earl Evans, NSW youre invited to our upcoming Morning Tea! Risk of speaking out in womens sport, Angie Kents quiet romance with AFLW star. She's had an average of 23.5 disposals across the two rounds, 376 metres gained and 6.5 clearances. ML: It's hard to go past Maddy Prespakis' immediate impact for the Bombers. With 2021, I walked away, not disappointed but unsatisfied, Prespakis said. Keep your eyes pealed for incoming content Round Table: What was the moment of the AFLW Grand Final? All these girls would come to training from a full days work, so for me it was a big eye-opener, she said. Round Table: What was the moment of the AFLW Grand Final? Our AFLW experts tackle some of the burning questions ahead of Round 3, including which recruit has had the biggest impact for their new club, if doubleheaders with the men's games are worth persisting with, and more. ML: Fremantle has started the season poorly and not without reason. It doesnt really phase me to be honest.. Melbourne & Olympic Parks, Meet our newest What Ability Athlete! At just 19, she has kicked some serious goals. 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. ESPN/Getty Images. star on-baller Erin Phillips weighing up her future after the win against Melbourne on Saturday. Both stationed in the midfield, it was only a matter of time before the paths of the two sisters crossed. JR: I'll try and go a bit left field here. "I never put myself out there as much, I dont like to be the face of anything. SB: Richmond have lost both of their two games, the first to Geelong in the final minute by four points, and the second to Adelaide by nine points on Saturday at the Swinburne Centre. I didnt achieve what I wanted to individually and I feel I didnt contribute as best I could.. Maddy Prespakis could well have been the league's number one draft pick, but chose to stay in Melbourne. Blue Abroad's Paul Sebastiani and Swoop Luke get amongst the fans following Carlton's 2023 practice match against Collingwood. This button displays the currently selected search type. It was just something that we didn't plan for, and the start of the season didn't set us up for the second half, she said. When the game was announced on Thursday, Maddy forecast that she wouldnt be taking it easy on her younger sister, but thats not to say there wasnt a scare in the final term. ( 2 2000 .) A post shared by Carlton FCW (@carltonfc_w). SB: Maddy Prespakis moved from Carlton to Essendon and hasn't disappointed the Dons. The Prince of Perth (feat. They'll have both Tamara Luke and Lou Stephenson out with injury which is a big blow to the experience in their side. Marissa Lordanic: There are undoubtedly benefits to doubleheaders. I thought Fremantle would fall off last season, but it looks like this year may be the tipping point in Freo. Those around me saw just how happy I was and how much it meant to me.. Maddy was taken as pick three by Carlton in her debut season. Please try again later. SB: Richmond to beat Carlton. In her second year, she again won the Carlton Best and Fairest award, All Australian selection and the League Best and Fairest as the best player in the game. Prespakis' family travelled to Hobart for her debut last week - decked in Carlton blue. We do have that leadership around us and I think if anything, it gives the young girls an opportunity to step up and make their mark. It's hard to see the Dockers notching their first win of the season against a Bulldogs side that were limited only by their own inaccuracy in Adelaide. Big thank you to Hari Menon, Jayden Koulizakis and Jessica Otter for presenting to the team! 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. Carlton coach Michael Voss is confident a summer of high-intensity training will pay off in the long run. "Oh, not really. From the age of four, I havent looked back.. 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. Gee was the Blues first selection in the 2019 AFLW draft. I can't go past the Bulldogs jumper though. 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. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? 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. I first met Maddy Prespakis when we were both involved with the Calder Cannons in the formerly known TAC Cup. 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. In case you missed it.. Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. What they said: Harford happy with Round 2 response. Major Partners. ML: Fremantle has started the season poorly and not without reason. Historically the best and fairest comes from a stronger performing team and I don't think Essendon are going to have the numbers this season for her to get across the line. MADDY Prespakis is a name that has become synonymous with the Game Changers. She said shes learnt so much about her teammates lives, inside and outside footy - impressed with how they manage to balance both. 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. Were working to restore it. Prespakis knows being a club's first draft pick from 2018 brings pressure, but is clear in picking out her favourite of idol Kearney's traits. She is a big reason that Essendon are hanging around and having such strong last quarters. Our AFLW experts tackle some of the burning questions ahead of Round 3, including which recruit has had the biggest impact for their new club, if doubleheaders with the men's games are worth persisting with, and more. 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. Blues celebrate a special night at the Hall of Fame. The 10 big moments that defined the AFLW season. We knew early on Maddy was going to do great things! I just like to play my footy and enjoy it. Special mention here to Nic Stevens who seems to be pushing the Saints to a new level this season. Chris Judd spoke to Carlton Media following his induction into the Carlton Hall of Fame. Not many people get to play for the team they barrack for. She was pick No.3 in the 2018 AFLW national draft. She is undoubtedly one to watch, as she looks to lead Essendon to their debut finals series. Its definitely put that kind of fresh start in my mind in terms of being able to create new friends, new teammates having to earn the respect of those around you, she said. After Auskick, Maddy played with the boys for seven years - from the age of seven to 14. Both of these sides look to be early contenders for the flag, so Richmond doesn't need to be too concerned just yet. 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. Stream over 50 sports live & anytime on your TV or favourite device with KAYO SPORTS. She's had an average of 23.5 disposals across the two rounds, 376 metres gained and 6.5 clearances. I never thought this would happen, she said. 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? There wouldnt have been two more excited people when the fixture announcement came through that Carlton would head down the highway to take on Geelong, instead of clashes with Brisbane and the Western Bulldogs respectively. Something else to consider is who within Essendon would take votes from her. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? Star in tears addressing bombshell Swans trade, Sell drama or hide the truth? Throw in the fact that it looks pretty cool and it's a massive winner. It was always sort of in my blood I suppose, she said. Patrick Cripps and Harry McKay have been rested for the final 2023 pre-season practice match. SB: The Hawks will likely remain winless, against a much-improved Richmond who will be desperate for their first win. JR: I'll try and go a bit left field here. Finals is definitely on our radar. Prespakis isn't interested in talk of which number she was picked in the 2018 draft. I then worked in the NGA space at Carlton for a year and really enjoyed that. Some friendly fire with a teammate when Georgie went to tackle her older sister saw her leave the ground via the blood rule, with Maddy admitting that she thought it couldve been worse. Reels. "Weve waited since I was four-years old to do this seeing them rock up in their Carlton gear, knowing theyre on the sidelines, really helped," she says. I see it as not just a game but something I love.. But I look at that as an honour.". Prespakis starred for the Bombers and passionately tugged at her jersey after kicking her first goal for the club she grew up supporting. 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. Maddie Prespakis and sister Georgie spoke to Fox Footy after a hard fought contest in Geelong. Photo: @catswomens Twitter Older sister Maddy took the chocolates in the inaugural Prespakis Cup, but Georgie again showed her immense potential in a thrilling match-up. Tayla Harris may be the big name right now, but Prespakis is coming. It shows how much the game means to us women.. 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. In summary, Prespakis can accept a reprimand with an early plea. The 2020 AFLW Best & Fairest winner entered the AFLW with a splash. 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. Navtvovala stedn kolu v Gisborne a podporovala Essendonovo dospvn. 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. 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. Hn pelasi aluksi poikien joukkueissa, ennen kuin edusti alle 15-vuotiaita Sunbury-tyttj. However, a career-high tally for disposals for Maddy proved . Her dad also played the sport as well as several other family members. I dont reckon I slept that night after the game. Shaw and Partners 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. I just wanted to get drafted, that was my main focus.". #WhatAbility #NewSouthWales, SPOTTED Prespakis er datter av Damien og Jody. 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. AFLW star Maddy Prespakis has opened up on her move from Carlton to Essendon, revealing she needed to make a fresh start away from the Blues. To find out more about Maddy, click here. Maddy Prespakis celebrates a goal during round three, season seven, 2022. You may have spotted her providing support in Melbourne and going on the best adventures with our participants! By the end of this season, expect her to be somewhere closer to the top 10. Guess what? #WhatAbilityAthlete #HappinessComeFirst Guelfi delves into the painful . As a proud Indigenous woman, she also is passionate about celebrating diversity and her culture within AFL and AFLW. With the Carlton side touted as premiership favourites at the beginning of 2021, missing finals left the Club confused and in disbelief according to the star midfielder. Prespakis is only 21 but is already one of the more recognisable faces of the AFLW she has paired up with a young version of herself as part of the NAB Mini Legends campaign. But the way that it was implemented for Friday night couldn't have been poorer. I think they're due to have a breakout against the Cats. Maddy Prespakis was a cut above the rest in the 2020 AFLW season. Im sure its a day well never forget., Prespakis Cup: secured ?#AFLWCatsBlues pic.twitter.com/qZeyZNFICn. 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. 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. A roughly $90 ticket to get into a men's match that you likely don't care about if you're a Kangaroos member, at 5pm on a Friday? 312 posts. She made the move to her childhood team, Essendon, when the side entered the competition for the 2022 season. I dont really pay attention to maybe who people think I am and all that stuff and the profile I might have. How cool! Hosts Bonnie Toogood & Maddy Prespakis find out about Scott's unique pathway to becoming the league's newest rising star. She's had an average of 23.5 disposals across the two rounds, 376 metres gained and 6.5 clearances. View All Partners. We both left on Thursday morning to go to training and said good luck to each other, then I get to training and she called me saying were playing against each other!, We knew we werent scheduled to play against each other in the home-and-away season, so to do it last minute is awesome.. She's averaging 24 disposals a game this season, with the next highest in the side Steph Cain at 14, There's also the comparison of who in the league would overtake her, but after the second highest number of possessions in AFLW history this weekend, it will be hard to look past her if she continues on this trajectory. The announcement will come during a press conference at 1:30 pm on Wednesday . (AAP: Rob Prezioso) In a feature for the AFLW website in preseason, expert Sarah Black placed Prespakis at number 23 on her list of best players in the league. I transitioned from local boys footy to another local team in girls footy which put her in the eyes of the TAC cup. She is undoubtedly one to watch, as she looks to lead Essendon to their debut finals series. SB: Maddy Prespakis moved from Carlton to Essendon and hasn't disappointed the Dons. Maddy Prespakis reveals how she was physically targeted by opposition players in 2021. 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Todd Liubinskas We are so thrilled to announce superstar defender Tori Tumeth has signed on as one of our #WhatAbilityAthletes powered by Shaw and Partners. Meet our newest What Ability Athlete! The other positive is that if it's the exact same two clubs, they're appealing to fans who support AFL or AFLW and allowing them to experience the other for their chosen club. Watch the latest sport on Channel 7 or stream for free on 7plus >>. The AFL itself called it arguably the greatest debut season of all time. Michael Voss wraps up the pre-season with the key learnings he's taken out of the blocks. However, this week will prove to be a barometer for the Tigers, who will need to beat the winless Hawks to prove their strength. They have also come off an arduous season that was affected by COVID-19 after starting in early January. 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. Speaking to FOX Footy post-match, it was clear that the occasion got to the 21-year-old. 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. Boasting a Rising-Star award, an All-Australian selection, two Club Best and Fairest awards and a league Best and Fairest award all at the age of 21, it's hard not to focus on Prespakis' already illustrious career. This is an Indigenous and all nations squad, that she worked as a mentor to the children - aiming to make a difference in their lives. I just wanted to get drafted, that was my main focus. 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. 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. 7NEWS.com.au has spoken to some of the nations most formidable females on International Womens Day. For the last two years before she was drafted, she had a lot to do with the Kickstart program in the under 18s space. The fifth episode of the series follows the story of how Bos dream to play for the Western Force, became a reality. Poor. Maddy is a really bubbly, energetic character and we connected right away. 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. 23:59. 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. If Rowley and Thomas can give more support to superstars like Emma Swanson and Aish McCarthy they've got every chance. I just want to get that enjoyment factor back to where it was and yeah, Im really loving it.. Blues star Madison Prespakis is headed to Essendon.AFL Photos The 21-year-old will also be joined at the Bombers by Blues teammate Georgia Gee as clubs take an aggressive approach to landing new talent with Essendon joining Hawthorn, Port Adelaide and Sydney in entering the competition. 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. 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