The Bombers are thrilled to secure the services of Leah Cutting and Georgia Clarke as delisted free agents ahead of the 2023 AFLW season. 

Cutting arrives at The NEC Hangar from St Kilda, where she played seven games throughout Season Six before being placed on the inactive list due to work commitments.

At 185cm, Cutting is an athletic ruck with known for her aerobic ability to cover the ground. 

Hailing from Adelaide, Cutting is also a SANFLW Premiership player, co-captain and SANFLW Team of the Year member.

Joining Cutting is former Geelong player, Clarke, who has five seasons of AFLW under her belt.

Clarke was an inaugural Cat, drafted with pick No.24 in the 2018 AFLW Draft, going on to play 19 games.

Throughout her career, the 22-year-old has demonstrated her ability to play on the wing, down back and forward. 

AFLW List and Recruiting Manager Georgia Harvey welcomed the acquisition of both players to the Bombers. 

“We are very excited to welcome the experience of Leah and Georgia to The NEC Hangar.” Harvey said. 

“At 177cm, Georgia’s provide us with added height and the versatility to play at both ends of the ground, whilst Leah is known for her athleticism, endurance and professional standards. 

“We look forward to both Georgia and Leah joining our program ahead of Season Eight.”

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