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2014
THE FUTURE
IS IN YOUR HANDS
NOMINATE NOW
Complete your nomination at www.womensdraft.afl.com.au
2014
THE FUTURE IS IN YOUR HANDS NOMINATE NOW
FIRST 50 DRAFT PICKS HOW TO GET INVOLVED
MADE THEIR MARK
The AFL will conduct the Draft and nomination process so players
can be selected from across Australia as per the Rules and Regulations
The historic match took place on Saturday, June 29, at 1.45pm on the of the Draft. As far as possible, the Draft will be live-streamed to each
MCG as the marquee event of AFL Women’s Round 2013. For the first capital city. Interstate players will also be financially supported by the AFL
time women’s teams represented AFL clubs and wore club guernseys. to attend the AFL Women’s Exhibition Game ensuring it is as close
The teams were formed following the first-ever AFL Women’s Draft. to a true display of the best available female talent in Australia.
Players aged 17 years and over from All-Australian teams, AFL The competing AFL clubs will make their selections from the AFL
Academies and 2013 state teams nominated for the Draft, together Women’s Draft and host Interstate players who are drafted, providing
with nominations received from interested parties globally and a comprehensive program at their club leading up to the AFL Women’s
around Australia. Exhibition Game.
The Draft was live-streamed from the Ryder Room in the MCG to
conference rooms in each capital city. Friends and family members
gathered with their daughters, sisters and friends to experience the first- Am I eligible for the Draft?
ever Women’s Draft. As players were selected, there were squeals of joy, Invitation
tears of relief and congratulatory embraces from delighted family members. Some players will receive a direct invitation to nominate themselves
In some corners of the rooms, however, others sat quietly. Those who for the Draft. As long as they are 17 years of age by the date of the
missed being drafted were gutted, falling short at their chance to place match these will include but are not restricted to:
their name in the history books.
In a nail-biting atmosphere, Daisy Pearce (Darebin, VWFL) was picked uu All-Australian team members
up by Melbourne FC as Draft pick #1 and immediately shed a tear. “The uu State representatives
realisation that female players could play on the MCG in AFL club colours in uu AFL and State Talent Academy members
an AFL-sanctioned match and that I was the first player selected to do so All registered club players and talented athletes
was quite overwhelming,” said an elated Pearce. If you are registered to a club, all other interested players aged 17 years
Come match-day and playing for the Hampson-Hardeman Cup, of age by the date of the match are encouraged to nominate.
Melbourne Football Club (MFC) and Western Bulldogs Football Club These include but are not restricted to:
(WBFC) were proudly represented by 50 passionate and talented female
athletes. At the conclusion of the historic game, Pearce also picked up the uu Women’s League players
umpire’s votes for best on ground. uu Players who have no club in their area but have played
Others ranked highly in the Draft who played well included for a school team
#2 pick for the Western Bulldogs, Stephanie Chiocci (Diamond uu There is provision for females who have no access to a community
Creek, VWFL) and #3 MFC choice Chelsea Randall (Swan Districts, club near their home, for example living in a remote or isolated
WAWFL). While Chiocci began using her speed to advantage, she found the location, to nominate.
going tough when #19 pick Kiara Bowers (Coastal Titans, WAWFL) Steps to get into the Draft
was her opponent. Randall enthralled the crowd. Her spectacular leaps off All players are to nominate for the Draft via the online Draft Nomination
the backs of her opponents together with her high work ethic ensured the Form found at:
7500 audience were loud and entertained. Debbie Lee Medallist from the
2013 AFL Women’s Championships, #25 pick for MFC Courtney Gum 1. www.womensdraft.afl.com.au or
(UNSW/ES Sydney, NSWACT), continued her superb season’s form, 2. Request a Nomination Form by emailing jan.cooper@afl.com.au
repelling numerous Western Bulldogs forward moves in her backline.
Although Melbourne FC ran out four-goal victors, the cliché of the year 3. Print the form-complete it and sign then lodge by mail with
was that “female football was the winner!” The players high fived the the AFL, Jan Cooper PO Box 275 SUBIACO WA 6904 before
engaged crowd during their lap of honour and the football community March 31.
were in admiration of the skill level of the two teams. Please note: You must be a minimum 17 years of age by the match date.
The 2014 AFL Women’s Exhibition Game will be conducted at Etihad If you are under 18 years of age, you should ensure a parent/guardian signs
Stadium on Saturday, June 28, at 9.30am and will be contested before the form too.
the Western Bulldogs FC playing Melbourne FC. Now it’s your turn to get Once your nomination is accepted, you will receive confirmation of
Drafted! With a minimum 24 places up for selection, you can make your the conduct of the Draft. The AFL, together with the clubs, is planning
mark. Go to www.womensdraft.afl.com.au and complete the Draft to conduct the Draft via video conferencing, inviting players and their
Nomination Form before March 31. parents to attend in their capital city.
Any questions should be directed to Jan Cooper at the AFL via email
Jan Cooper jan.cooper@afl.com.au and headed AFL Women’s Draft 2014.
AFL Manager
Female Development
2014
THE FUTURE IS IN YOUR HANDS NOMINATE NOW
KEY QUESTIONS may seek you being sighted by an RDM to make sure you are of the high
standard required to participate in the match. You may have to be tested
using the same protocols that State Academies conduct so we can gauge,
Important information you need to know for example, your overall endurance, agility, sprinting, kicking and handball
techniques. The AFL may request vision of your skills being performed under
pressure (such as with a defender, for speed and on the non-preferred side
If I nominated in 2013, do I have to re-nominate?
of your body).
Yes. It is good practice to know current contact details of players wishing You are unlikely to be considered unless you are willing to be tested
to be considered for the Draft, ascertain if there’s any retirements or players and provide vision of yourself in action.
from 2013 who have sustained long-term injuries.
I’ve never played AFL for a club but have played for my school,
If I am delisted from 2013, can I nominate for the 2014 Draft? so can I nominate?
Yes! If you are displaying good form in your local League, State Yes! Nominations are welcome from athletes who are unable to play for a
Academy etc, there’s a good chance that the coaches will want you club because of their location. If your only opportunity to play AFL has been
back in their team. through your school, the AFL will seek the approval of your local Regional
However, depending on what positions on the field they need to fill, Development Manager (RDM) before proceeding with your nomination to
you may even get picked up by a different team to that of 2013. That make sure you are of the high standard required to participate in the match.
means that Melbourne FC may not want a small forward, for example, Conditions apply as per the above criteria.
so they delist you. Western Bulldogs FC may require a small forward
and thus may relist you under their branding. I’m a registered club player in an overseas location.
Am I eligible to nominate?
If I am selected at the AFL Women’s Draft, am I bound to play Yes. The same conditions apply for you as per a footballer from a remote
for the club that selects me? location. Although nominations from overseas players are welcome,
Yes. You will not have a choice of which club you can play for once selected if you do meet the criteria as outlined above and are drafted, you will
in the Draft. You cannot offer a swap with another player, for example. need to make your own way to the match and at your own expense.
However, the following clause applies in extenuating circumstances.
What is the minimum age for the Draft?
Can I trade to the other club if I have a case for Exceptional and You must be a minimum 17 years of age by the date of the Exhibition Game.
Compelling Circumstances? If you are under 18 years of age, you should ensure a parent/guardian signs
A player selected by a club or an existing club player can apply to AFL the form too.
Manager: Female Football Development at jan.cooper@afl.com.au
to be released and traded to the other club should:
uu The other club wish to accept them as a Traded Player KEY DATES FOR THE
uu The player has grounds of exceptional and compelling
circumstances which make it harsh and unreasonable for the
AFL WOMEN’S DRAFT
player to remain bound to that club.
This does not guarantee that the player will be traded nor selected by 2013 Players delisted
the other club. The AFL Manager will convene an independent Tribunal Tuesday, March 4: Retirees, long-term injured and delisted players
to hear the player’s case. will be announced
If my father played with Melbourne FC or Western Bulldogs, Draft nominations open
can I play for the same club? Monday, March 10: Online Nomination Form open
Yes. There is a father-daughter rule in place for the AFL Women’s Exhibition
Draft nominations close
Game. If you are drafted, you will play for the club your father played with.
Monday, March 31: Online Nomination Form closes
I am a member of Melbourne FC or Western Bulldogs or I support one Draft conducted
of the clubs. Can I play for the club I barrack for or are a member of? Monday, May 19: Live-streamed to venues in each capital city.
Yes! If you are a paid member of either Melbourne or Western Bulldogs and,
if selected, it will be for the club you are a member of. If you already have Adelaide SANFL Chairman’s Room, AAMI Stadium,
a passion for one of the clubs, we will do our best to see you’re selected Turner Dve, West Lakes
to play for that club. Brisbane AFLQ Boardroom, Cansdale St, Yeronga
Darwin AFL NT Boardroom, TIO Stadium, Abala Rd, Mararra
What if I am accepted for the Draft but find I cannot play in the match? Hobart Check room availability
You must let the AFL know immediately so they can source a Melbourne Etihad Stadium Docklands, Melbourne
replacement player. Check room availability
Perth Patersons Stadium Boardroom, Gate 6,
I live in a remote part of Australia or don’t have a local club to play for.
Subiaco Rd, Subiaco
How do I nominate?
Sydney AFL NSW/ACT Boardroom, Sheridan Building,
If there is no female competition close to your home, then you will be Moore Park Road, Moore Park
asked to seek the approval of your local Regional Development Manager
(RDM) before proceeding with your nomination. This match is for the most
talented players. The AFL appreciates that those living in some regions Jan Cooper
(including overseas) may not have access to a player pathway but may be AFL Manager
talented athletes. To provide the highest level of player welfare the AFL Female Development
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