Let the NAB AFLW Finals Series Begin
The highly anticipated 2025 NAB AFLW Finals Series has officially begun. Marking the milestone tenth season, the AFL launched the finals series and revealed the Grand Final medal presenters at Yarraville Seddon Eagles FC in Melbourne's west.
Finals Series Overview
The finals start this Friday night and will feature new contenders alongside seasoned teams. St Kilda and the West Coast Eagles are making their first finals appearances. They join experienced finalists Adelaide Crows, Brisbane Lions, Melbourne, Carlton, and Hawthorn, who are all competing for the championship.
North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos, the 2025 minor premiers, aim to defend their title after winning the flag last year.
New Tradition: Captain's Medal
For the first time in AFLW history, the captain of the winning grand final team will be awarded the Captain's Medal, equivalent to the AFL's Ron Barassi Medal.
As a former co-captain of the Adelaide Crows who won two best on ground medals among three premierships, Hall of Famer Erin Phillips OAM will present the Captain's Medal to the winning captain.
Medal Presentation
- Grand Final medal presenters were announced at the AFLW finals launch event.
- Erin Phillips OAM, Hall of Famer and former Adelaide Crows co-captain, will present the Captain's Medal.
The 2025 finals promise exciting competition as new teams enter the spotlight and traditions evolve with the introduction of the Captain's Medal.
Author’s summary: The 2025 NAB AFLW Finals Series kicks off with historic firsts as new finalists join experienced teams, featuring the debut of the Captain's Medal presented by Erin Phillips.