The Bombers have secured AFLW player Brooke Walker for the 2023 season, with the club finalising a trade with Carlton today.

The Blues will receive pick No.9 in the upcoming AFLW Season Eight Supplementary Draft in return for the 28-year-old.

Walker arrives at The NEC Hangar with an impressive resume as a triple-code athlete, representing Australia in rugby sevens, lining up for Parramatta Eels in the 2022 NRL Women’s season as well as playing 26 games in the navy blue at AFLW level.

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Walker excited for new opportunity

Talented cross code athlete Brooke Walker has joined the Bombers in the AFLW PSP period.

Over her five seasons at AFLW level, Walker has become known for her relentless defensive pressure while also being able to hit the scoreboard.

AFLW List and Recruiting Manager Georgia Harvey said the Bombers were delighted to acquire someone with Walker’s expertise.

“Brooke has excellent speed and athleticism, which has not only been on display throughout her AFLW career but also while representing Australia in rugby sevens and Parramatta Eels in the NRLW,” Harvey said.

“We can’t wait to see what Brooke produces for us in the red and black.”

The 2023 AFLW Sign and Trade Period will close on Monday, March 20 at 5pm.

Essendon’s sign and trade period is proudly bought to you by Liberty Financial.