Essendon VFLW Senior Coach Travis Cloke delves into each AFLW-listed player's performance.
Amelia Radford
32 disposals, six tackles, five clearances, 11 inside 50s
Amelia had a sensational game, playing on one of the best in (Jess) Bates. She had a game high handball receives which meant she was as strong on the outside as she was on the inside. Radford was probably pick of the crop from the game, she was efficient and also nullified her opponent.
Alana Barba
22 disposals, 12 tackles, two clearances
Alana continued her great form, including a season high 12 tackles for her. Her tackling proves to be a strong and consistent part of her game week to week.
Stephanie Wales
19 hitouts, 15 disposals, five marks
'Killer' was outstanding in her first game for the seasons. Her positioning around the ground and in the contest was very good. She played a little bit up forward to showcase her aerial capacity – she keeps adding to her great form in the AFLW.
Georgia Clark
20 disposals, five marks, four inside 50s
It was Georgia’s first game in the Sash, she was great collect the 20 touches playing off half back and half forward. The most impressive thing about her game was her flexibility and welcomeness to work at both ends of the ground.”
Jo Doonan
19 disposals, three tackles, three marks
Jo played a bit of a different role this week and continued to impress, she worked well in both offence and defence.
Amber Clarke
18 disposals, 14 kicks, two tackles
Amber continued to utilise her speed on the game, allowing her to get space. She played inside and half forward. She has put together three to four games allowing her to grow in confidence and belonging. She has been also getting more involved in the contested game.