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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastSeason 9 Review, Official AFLW Fantasy Player and Free Kick Coach AwardsThe gang submit one final shipping report for Season 9, celebrate the comp winner Carl W, debate nominees for the Official AFLW Fantasy Player Awards and have a laugh reflecting on their own great and not so great calls during the season.
Thanks to the Free Kick listeners and followers this season!!2024-11-061h 17
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWeek Ten Preview: Last Chance TradingThe whole squad prepares their teams for the final round of AFLW Fantasy for 2024. With injury & suspension concerns hanging around a few popular players this week, the episode is all about finding those players that might pop up with a huge score this final weekend.
Episode guide:
Intro: 0:00 - 7:19Shipping Report: 7:20 - 23:48Injury Worries: 23:49 - 32:21Overperformers / Underperformers: 32:22 - 1:07:16Captains’ Corner: 1:07:17 - 1:10:07Trade Plans + Outro: 1:10:08 - 1:17:21
Come and join our open league! Invite link is below + our league code is:
CODE: CEDASR2M
https://afl...2024-10-291h 17
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWeek 9 Preview: Swimming Up(the Main)streamThe entire crew is back for a bumper episode as the finish line heaves in to view. The main theme of the podcast is all things ownership, and talking about some of the popular players in the top 100/1000 that we should consider trading out, and highlighting some of the lowly owned points of difference to target in your trades.
Episode guide:
Intro: 0:00 - 6:05Shipping Report: 6:06 - 24:47Trading Philosophies: 24:48 - 34:25Mainstream Players and Swimming Against the Current: 34:25 - 52:24PODs to Target: 52:25 - 1:18:31Captains’ Corner: 1:18:32 - 1:20:08Trade Plans + Outro: 1:20:09 - 1:27:10
C...2024-10-221h 27
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastOn Air: Week 8 Teams and Hot TopicsThis is a live recording of an episode from Liam and special guest Bails from the Fantasy Fanatics podcast on Twitter breaking down:
- Week 8 team announcements;
- injury news; and
- all the key trade options ahead of a massive weekend of footy!
Follow us on Twitter/Instagram @freekickwpod
Come and join our open league! Invite link is below + our league code is:
CODE: CEDASR2M2024-10-1738 min
Fun Footy PodcastAFLW Round 8 Preview - Too Little Too Late?Having fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWeek 8 Preview: Back To NormalMel and Liam are excited to have Will back on deck as he runs the gang through his Sweet 16
Episode guide:
Intro + Shipping Report: 0:00 - 20:31Sweet 16: 20:32 - 1:10:02Captains’ Corner + Trade Plans: 1:10:03 - 1:21:19
Come and join our open league! Invite link is below + our league code is:
CODE: CEDASR2M
https://aflwfantasy.afl/leagues/join/CEDASR2M
Play the Official AFLW Fantasy game at http://aflwfantasy.afl2024-10-151h 21Fun Footy PodcastFunFooty Podcast Launch at Punt Road Oval!!!Having fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank
2024-10-1238 minFun Footy PodcastAFLW Fantasy Round 7 Preview - Phoenix RisingHaving fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank2024-10-081h 06
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWeek 7: The Lightning Round that was - finding Strom coverMuch to Liam's delight, the gang returns to near full force as they break down the third of these challenging double game rounds and prepare for our end of season push. Jono and Mel marvel at the Hawks v Freo classic to end the round, whilst Liam stresses the importance of owning Marinoff as she prepares to line up twice in Week 7.
Episode guide:
Intro + Shipping Report: 0:00 - 14:49Week 6 Trade or Spade: 14:50 - 25:11Week 7 Trade Targets: 25:12 - 1:02:38Life beyond the Double Weeks: 1:02:39 - 1:06:10Captains’ Corner: 1:06:11 - 1:11:00Trade Plans: 1:11:01 - 1:14:09Outr...2024-10-071h 15
The Deep Two Podcast NetworkEssendon AFLW mid-season check | The JVG Tribute ShowLukas and Marco are back with another episode of talking Essendon Football Club. They take a look at the AFLW side's season so far, including a record-breaking win against Melbourne and a recent trip to Mission Whitten Oval against Sydney, before gearing up for the run home.
The JVG Tribute Show is part of The Deep Two Podcast Network, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. We’ve got basketball covered from every angle: breaking news, in-depth analysis, and of course, some hijinks. If you enjoyed this episode, jump on...2024-10-0447 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastOn Air: Week 6 Teams and Hot TopicsThis is a live recording of an episode from Liam and Jono on Twitter/X breaking down:
- Week 6 team announcements;
- injury news; and
- all the key trade options ahead of a massive weekend of footy!
Follow us on Twitter/Instagram @freekickwpod
Come and join our open league! Invite link is below + our league code is:
CODE: CEDASR2M
https://aflwfantasy.afl/leagues/join/CEDASR2M
Play the Official AFLW Fantasy game at http://aflwfantasy.afl2024-10-0351 minFun Footy PodcastAFLW Fantasy Round 6 Preview and Mid-Round ReviewHaving fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank2024-10-031h 18
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWeek 6 Preview: Riddell Me This ft. DC CatepillarsSadly, Liam was 'abandoned' by all of his regular co-hosts. Helpfully however, he was joined by special guest DC from the Men's AFL Fantasy podcast 'Hat Chat', to inspect the second week of double game madness, and project ahead for Week 6.
Episode guide:
Intro + Shipping Report: 0:00 - 15:16Double Game Week Strategy: 15:17 - 27:44Week 5 Trade or Spade: 27:45 - 37:32Week 6 Trade Targets: 37:33 - 1:06:11Rookie Watch: 1:06:12 - 1:11:03Captains’ Corner: 1:11:04 - 1:13:45Trade Plans: 1:13:46 - 1:16:47Outro: 1:16:48 - 1:16:35
Come and join our open league! Invite link is below + our league code is:
...2024-09-301h 18Fun Footy PodcastAFLW Fantasy Round 5 PreviewHaving fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank2024-09-2558 minFun Footy PodcastAFLW Fantasy Round 4 PreviewHaving fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank2024-09-171h 02
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWeek 4 Preview: Double Week Games are coming...Following a chaotic round of late outs where some premiums popped and other premiums flopped, Mel, Liam and Jono have gotten together to chat through the weekend that was and dive into the hot topics coming into Week 4!
Episode guide:
Intro: 00:00 -2:55Shipping Report: 2:56 - 17:50Doube Game Week strategy discussions: 17:51 - 40:44Trade Targets: 40:45 - 53:09Rookies to move on: 53:10 - 1:02:09Captains: 1:02:10 - 1:05:33Trade Plans & Outro: 1:05:34 - 1:10:42
Come and join our open league! Invite link is below + our league code is:
CODE: CEDASR2M
ht...2024-09-161h 10
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastOn Air: Week 3 Teams and Hot TopicsThis is a live recording of an episode from Liam and Jono on Twitter/X breaking down:
- Week 3 team announcements;
- injury news; and
- all the key trade options ahead of a massive weekend of footy!
Follow us on Twitter/Instagram @freekickwpod
Come and join our open league! Invite link is below + our league code is:
CODE: CEDASR2M
https://aflwfantasy.afl/leagues/join/CEDASR2M
Play the Official AFLW Fantasy game at http://aflwfantasy.afl2024-09-1341 minFun Footy PodcastAFLW Fantasy Round 3 PreviewHaving fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank2024-09-111h 11
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWeek 3 Preview: Records were made to be broken!A skeleton crew of Liam and Jono get together to chat about all that happened in Week 2 and dive into the hot topics coming into Week 3!
Episode guide:
Intro: 00:00 -2:57Shipping Report: 2:58 - 15:09News of the Week: 15:10 - 19:23‘Believe It Or Not’: 19:24 - 48:42O’Dowd R1 & Double Game Week Strategy: 48:43 - 57:27Rookie Roulette: 57:28 - 1:07:19Captains: 1:07:20 - 1:10:39Trade Plans & Outro: 1:10:40 - 1:18:25
Come and join our open league! Invite link is below + our league code is:
CODE: CEDASR2M
https://aflwfantasy.afl/leagues/join/CE...2024-09-101h 18
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastOn Air: Week 2 Teams and Hot TopicsThis is a live recording of Liam and special guest Bails from the Fantasy Fanatics podcast on Twitter/X breaking down:
- Week 2 team announcements;
- injury and tribunal news; and
- all the key trade options ahead of lockout on Friday afternoon!
Follow us on Twitter @freekickwpod!2024-09-051h 15Fun Footy PodcastAFLW Fantasy Round 2 PreviewHaving fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank2024-09-0545 min
Fun Footy PodcastAFLW Fantasy Rd1 ReviewHaving fun chatting footy, AFL, AFLW and AFLW Fantasy on The @FunFootyPodcast with @FunFootyDimma and @FunFootyFrank2024-09-0153 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWeek 1 Preview - Last Minute Tips & Drafting the Free Kick TeamAs the first lockout of the first season of AFLW Fantasy approaches, Jono, Mel, Will and Liam run through a stack of things coaches need to think about before week 1 including:
the highly owned injured players
the best rookies to start in your side
captain / vice captain options
some of the most lowly owned points of difference
There's also plenty of handy advice from the gang as they go about trying to draft the 'Free Kick Team', where each host gets a chance to pick their favourite options under the salary cap!
Come and join o...2024-08-271h 07
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcast2024 Practice Matches - AFLW Fantasy ReviewLiam, Mel and Jono caught every AFLW practice match and shared their intel from a Fantasy perspective. Plenty of names are covered are we piece our teams together over the next week before the first lockout next week!
Intro: 0:00 - 2:33West Coast vs St Kilda: 2:34 - 14:27Brisbane vs Richmond: 14:28 - 23:15GWS vs North: 23:16 - 33:13Freo vs Collingwood: 33:15 - 43:13Geelong vs Essendon: 43:15 - 52:17WBD vs Gold Coast: 1:00:47 - 1:11:52Port vs Melbourne: 1:11:53 - 1:22:12Adelaide vs Carlton: 1:22:13 - 1:30:02Outro: 1:30:03 - 1:32:242024-08-201h 32
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastForwards - AFLW Fantasy 2024In the fourth and final installment of the position preview series, Free Kick's Liam, Mel and Jono deep dive on the Forwards available in AFLW Fantasy in 2024. One of the most challenging lines for Fantasy coaches this year, the gang focus in on a few players that might save us as we navigate this minefield that is Forwards.
Episode Guide
Top 5 premiums: 0:00 - 20:30
Undervalued premiums (over $650k): 20:31 - 33:06
Mid-Priced options: 33:07 - 51:39
Rookies (under $420k): 51:40 - 1:07:59
Follow @AFLFantasy and @FreeKickWPod on twitter to keep up to date...2024-08-141h 07
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastBonus Interview - Zarlie GoldsworthyMel had the chance to chat with AFLW Season 8 breakout star Zarlie Goldsworthy in the pre-season
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Kick gang this pre-season? Drop us a message on Insta or Twitter @FreeKickWPod2024-08-1415 min
A Bevy of Bloods - Swans PodcastAFLW S24 Preseason Review | We get stuck into the AFLW season kicking off!Ep. 124 - Jen, Stevo and Chris get stuck into the AFLW season.
Listen in and get excited for whats ahead.2024-08-131h 05
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastMidfielders - AFLW Fantasy 2024In the third installment of the position preview series, Free Kick's Jono, Liam and Will take a thorough look at the Midfielders available in AFLW Fantasy in 2024. In what was the longest recording of the preseason, the trio drives headlong in to the highest scoring line of our AFLW Fantasy Teams, and tried their best to give advice to keep everyone pointed away from the traps which lie in wait to potentially ruin our Fantasy seasons!
Episode Guide
Top 5 premiums: 0:00 - 19:30Undervalued premiums (over $750k): 19:31 - 33:45Mid-Priced options: 33:46 - 50:01Rookies (under $420k): 50:02...2024-08-121h 00
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRucks - AFLW Fantasy 2024In the second installment of the position preview series, Mel, Jono, Liam and Will take a thorough look at the Rucks available in AFLW Fantasy in 2024. This deep dive sees the gang scour through all the different prices brackets for the best starting ruck options, and give a few warnings about the potential pitfalls and stumbling blocks!
Episode Guide
Top 3 premiums: 0:00 - 15:08Undervalued premiums (over $650k): 15:09 - 25:42Richmond's rucks: 25:43 - 30:14Mid-Priced options: 30:15 - 39:06Rookies (under $420k): 39:07 - 47:112024-08-0847 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastDefenders - AFLW Fantasy 2024Now that the game is open, Jono, Liam and Will take a deep dive into the Defenders available to us. There are more high quality fantasy options than ever before, so the gang focus in on some of their favourites, fades and forgotten options this pre-season.
Top 5 premiums: 0:00 - 8:59Undervalued premiums (over $650k): 9:00 - 20:24Mid-Priced options: 20:25 - 29:21Rookies (under $420k): 29:22 - 34:08Strategy chat: 34:09 - 46:472024-08-0646 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastAFLW Fantasy Explainer 2024Keen to play AFLW Fantasy this season but don't know where to start? Join Mel and Jono as they chat through an overview of the basics, notable differences to AFLM Fantasy, strategy options and key things to look out for in Season 9! 2024-08-0525 min
The Official AFLW Fantasy PodcastAFLW Fantasy 2024 is live! Free Kick launch the new season of the Official AFLW Fantasy PodcastThe Official AFLW Fantasy game has launched for season 2024! With a whole new set of prizes and some new rules to get your head around, listen in as the new members of the Official AFLW Fantasy Podcast, the team at Free Kick, as they talk through what to expect from this season! Free Kick hosts intro: 0:00 - 8:45 What's new in Season 9: 8:46 - 15:01 Major off-season story lines: 15:02 - 33:38 Create your squad now at aflwfantasy.afl and follow FreeKickWPod on Twitter/X and Instagram to get all the latest AFLW Fantasy info2024-08-0533 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastAFLW Fantasy 2024 is live + our announcement as the Official AFLW Fantasy PodcastThe Official AFLW Fantasy game has launched for season 2024! With a whole new set of prizes and some new rules to get your head around, listen in as the new members of the Official AFLW Fantasy Podcast, the team at Free Kick, as they talk through what to expect from this season!
Free Kick hosts intro: 0:00 - 8:45
What's new in Season 9: 8:46 - 15:01
Major off-season story lines: 15:02 - 33:38
Create your squad now at aflwfantasy.afl and follow us on Twitter/X and Instragram to get all the latest AFLW Fantasy info2024-08-0533 min
The Backdoor Cut PodcastTriple Threat: GAA, AFLW & Soccer Success with Sarah Rowe - The Backdoor Cut Podcast #022In this episode, Peter and Eoghan chat with Sarah Rowe, an exceptional triple code sportswoman. Sarah discusses her journey as a former Republic of Ireland women’s football international, and her achievements in ladies’ Gaelic football for Mayo and women’s Australian rules football for Collingwood in the AFLW.
While it might seem like she’s living the dream in down under, Sarah opens up about the real challenges of living abroad and the significant differences in sports resources between Australia and Ireland. She shares her take on media opinions, offers valuable advice for those starting their careers...2024-06-181h 00
A Bevy of Bloods - Swans PodcastAFLW S24: Interview with Chloe Molloy (2024 Pres-season)We catch up with Co-Captain Chloe Molloy on her journey to AFLW and the upcoming AFLW Season2024-06-1349 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 10 Review - Free Kick Awards ft. #1 AFLW Fantasy Coach BrionyThe gang reflect on Season 8 of AFLW Fantasy and how they went this season. We compare the results from our recent Twitter and Instagram polls, and reflect on our own seasons for some individual awards.
Mel and Liam also have the pleasure to interview the winner of the first official AFLW Fantasy competition, Briony, coach of ReGreta!
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Kick gang this season? Drop us a message on Insta or Twitter @freekickwpod.
Episode Guide
Round 10 Review: 0:00 - 22:25
Briony interview: 22:25...2023-11-111h 45
The Keeper League - AFL Fantasy PodcastAFLW Fantasy - Season RecapWelcome to the season finale of our 2023 AFLW Fantasy podcast. In this episode, join Heff and Kaes as they reveal the victor of their thrilling season-long contest. Plus, the boys will be honoring the standout players with their unique team awards. Stay tuned until the end for an insightful discussion on the pivotal lessons learned from this season's AFLW Fantasy and how these insights will shape strategies for the next year. Don't miss out on their valuable takeaways!2023-11-0619 min
The Falcon: A Footy PodcastEp 6: A Look At The 2023 AFLW SeasonThis week, we sit down to discuss the 2023 AFLW season so far, from bone-crunching marks and growing crowds to the challenges the league is still facing and some significant retirements. Part of the Story Mode Podcast Network@falconfootypod2023-11-0247 min
A3 Footy PodcastThe Cromulent Challenge: AFLW Round 6 ReviewDoc takes the hosting chair this week on A3 and is joined by Miller as they dissect the best from round six in the AFLW. They talk Adelaide dethroning the reigning premiers, Collingwood's shock win over Brisbane. Miller has a shot at doing a team of the week and discuss the latest from the AFLW fantasy competition.2023-10-101h 00
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 1 Review - Closed for BowersnessLiam, Mel and Will are finally here for the first post-round review podcast of 2023. The crews breaks down their teams' performance in round 1, debrief from the stress of the late Bowers out, attempt to figure out who are the must haves/trade outs going into round 2, and answer a whole stack of listener questions.
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Kick gang this season? Drop us a message on Insta or Twitter @freekickwpod. 2023-09-051h 22The Keeper League - AFL Fantasy PodcastAFLW Fantasy - Round 1, 2023Welcome to the first episode of The Keeper League's AFLW Fantasy Podcast! Join your hosts Heff and Kaes as they dive headfirst into the exciting world of AFLW Fantasy to learn about the women's game.At the start of the episode, Heff and Kaes discuss some players who they've had their eye on throughout the pre-season and are likely to feature in their round 1 team.Then we cross to the Marmalade boys Srey and Checkers and also Will Taylor at the AFLW season launch. Here they interview the AFLW team captains about the players they've...2023-08-2927 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastDrafting a teamLooking to put together a team at the very last minute?! This episode, Will, Liam and Mel got together to go about drafting a team for AFLW Fantasy this season. In doing so, the gang replicates the tactictal choices that all coaches are making as we reach the pointy end of the preseason.
Well worth a listen, particularly if you want to enjoy the ruck carnage throughout!
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Kick gang this season? Drop us a message on Insta or Twitter @freekickwpod.
2023-08-2938 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRookie Roulette - AFLW Fantasy 2023To complete the price review mini-series, Will and Mel do a quick whip-through of the rookies. Looking at the players under $450k across each line, the gangs discuss their faves, their increasing interest in the rookie ruck strategy, and throw in a few fades on some rookies with fascinatnigly high ownerships.
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Kick gang this preseason? Drop us a message on Insta or Twitter @freekickwpod. 2023-08-2823 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastMid-price Madness - AFLW Fantasy 2023With the season under a week away, Liam and Mel and Will get together for a deep dive into the Mid-pricers on each line. They took a look at all their faves, fades and forgotten ones amongst the mids between $1m and $450K, the forwards and rucks between $900k and $450K, and the defenders over $800k and $450K.
This is a bumper episode, but some of these picks will be the picks which could win you the car (or your league) this season!
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Ki...2023-08-2755 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastPremiums - AFLW Fantasy 2023*Apologies for the poor audio quality, Will forgot to plug his microphone in properly...*
With the season under a week away, Liam, Mel and Will are back together for a deep dive into the Premiums on each line. The gang take look at all their faves, fades and forgotten ones amongst the mids over $1mil, the forwards and rucks over $900k, and the defenders over $800k
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Kick gang this preseason? Drop us a message on Insta or Twitter @freekickwpod. 2023-08-2639 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastSydney Swans Season 8 Preview + Chloe Molloy and Lauren SzigetiAfter a tough first season in the competition, Sydney took full advantage of the Priority Signing Period by signing two stars to fit into their midfield. Former Pie Chloe Molloy and former Blue Lucy McEvoy will feature heavily in discussions about the club in Season 8, especially with both being named co-captains.
With so much conjecture about how the Swans’ midfield will shape up, we decided to go to the source for two big interviews. Liam sat down with new skipper Chloe Molloy to chat her move and how the Swans will look to improve in 2023, and then wi...2023-08-171h 02
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastMelbourne Demons Season 8 Preview + Liv PurcellWe have arrived at the team that needs no introduction as the gang finally review the Season 7 Premiers, the Melbourne Demons. For a team that has remained mostly unchanged short of the retirement of AFLW legend and skipper Daisy Pearce, we expect big things from the Dees again this season. With some exciting fantasy potential, we will be talking about this side a lot in the coming H&A season.
Will had a thrilling chat with Premiership player Liv Purcell about the Demons massive Season 7, her move from the Cats, Daisy's retirement and the baton pass to Ka...2023-08-0838 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastMid-Preseason Update: 2 Platforms 2 Strategies?Last week was a huge week, seeking the launch of not one, but TWO AFLW fantasy platforms!
The launch of two platforms, in the 'OG' Moreira's Magic and the official AFLW platforms, has thrown up a boat load of questions. Are the players the same positions? Are they the same prices? Are the salaries different? Will the strategies be the same? Can we podcast about more than one platform at once?
Mel, Liam and Will thought it best to get to together and record the Pod's thoughts on what the two platforms means in the...2023-08-0727 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastCollingwood Season 8 Preview + Jordyn AllenCollingwood are one of the AFLW's perrenial finals sides, however, the Pies were yet again unable to break through into the truly top tier. 2023 looks to be a very different season for the squad, with elite midfielders Britt Bonnici and Bri Davey rejoining the squad off the back of ACL recovery, and with the arrival of Tarni White from St Kilda. However, Collingwood see a whole load of leadership and experience leave for St Kilda, with former captain Steph Chiocci and Jamie Lambert both out the door.
Will and Liam sit down to talk through all those i...2023-07-2736 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastBrisbane Lions Season 8 Preview + Ellie Hampson & Jade PregeljThe Brisbane Lions were agonising close to another premiership in season 7. However, season 8 boasts a formidable challenge, with the loss of Emily Bates, Greta Bodey and Jesse Wardlaw. Thankfully the Lions recruiting was on the money, managing to sign two former Gold Coast Suns in Ellie Hampson and Jade Pregelj as more than capable replacements.
Ellie and Jade were kind enough to jump onto the podcast for a chat with Will and Liam, to talk about their pretty hectic offseasons, the differences between the Suns and Lions, and the extremely talented roster at the Lions.
...2023-07-2456 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastAdelaide Crows Season 8 Preview 2023 + Anne HatchardThe Crows boast some of the finest AFLW Fantasy talent, and that includes one of the AFLW's biggest starts, Anne Harchard.
Anne joins us on the podcast this episode to talk about her epic offseason, replacing Erin Phillips and Ash Saint (formerly Woodland), and her possible forward role for Season 8.
Episode Guide
Intro: 0:00 - 4:15
Anne Hatchard interview: 4:15 - 16:40
Top 5 most relevant: 16:40 - end
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Kick gang this preseason? Drop us a message on Insta or Twitter...2023-07-2446 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastBonus Episode - Draftee Interviews ft. Annise Bradfield, Ruby Tripodi & Shelby KnollIn an extra special bonus podcast, the team had a chance to sit down and interview three players drafted in the most recent Supplementary Draft!
Starting off with Mel and Will talking to Annise Bradfield, who joined GWS after playing for the Suns last season.
Then Liam and Mel chat with North Melbourne's newest midfielder, Ruby Tripodi, fresh off a best and fairest campaign for Williamstown in the VFLW.
Finishing it all off is a great interview from Mel with the Shelby Knoll, a foward out of country Victoria, who is looking to ma...2023-07-2046 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastPreseason: Irish RecruitsWith Season 8 having the biggest influx of Irish recruits the AFLW has seen yet, Mel and Will went to seek more information from the source - AFLW Ireland Talent ID and Elite Coach Michael Currane!
In our interview with Mike, the Free Kick team learn about the differences between AFLW and Womens Gaelic Football, the growth in the relationship between the two, and what we can expect from the 11 Irish recruits joining AFLW for Season 8. Check out AFLW Ireland on the links below!
Instagram: instagram.com/aflw_ireland
Twitter: twitter.com/aflw_ireland 2023-05-0754 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastPreseason: Trade & Free Agency ReviewNew season, same high quality, speculative fantasy banter from the Free Kick gang!
A lot has changed in the lead up to AFLW Season 8, so Mel, Liam and Will chat through the fantasy-relevant impacts from the Priority Signing, Trade and Free Agency Periods.
But also, nothing has changed. Flag chat is back, Mel still can't pronounce names, Liam goes on more passionate rants (#BellaDawesSzn) and Will gives us some more classic 'wait and watch' recs.
Got feedback on what else you'd like to hear from the Free Kick gang this preseason? Drop us a...2023-04-1954 min
A3 Footy PodcastPremiership Dees: AFLW Grand Final ReviewWith the AFLW season concluded, the boys discuss Melbourne's first AFLW Grand Final win, breaking down the game from both sides. We also look at the list news out of the week and the club best and fairest awards.2022-12-0750 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastOn Air: Twitter Spaces chatWith the completion of the AFLW Fantasy Season 7 game, Free Kick co-hosts Jono, Will and Liam joined Bailey for a live Twitter Spaces to discuss AFLW news and finals. Note: Unedited episode2022-11-131h 38
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 10: Season 7 wrappedWith the AFLW Fantasy season officially ended, the Free Kick team wrap up a massive season of rookie break outs, unique superstars and the best individual fantasy season ever produced.
Thanks for all your amazing support this year, it's incredibly appreciated!2022-11-031h 25
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 9: Rowing to the bottomWith only one round left in Season 7, the Free Kick crew talk a few different ways to tackle the last set of trades. With money tight, are there some high value players that could be worth offloading to make that last upgrade?
Play AFLW Fantasy at aflwfantasy.com.au2022-10-251h 13
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 8: Time for the Hail Mary(noff)The Free Kick review reflect on on another round of poor trade decisions, but Jono and Will are still daring to dream of a top 200 finish. With only two rounds to play, the team throw up some left field options for you to consider that might give your team the edge.
Play AFLW Fantasy at aflwfantasy.com.au2022-10-191h 13
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 7: Back in BowersnessLiam is a late out this week, but Mel, Will and Jono are back for another cracker episode!
The team chat through an updated 'Sweet 16' and try to answer the question on everyone's lips - what the hell do I do about Kiara Bowers?! The superstar has shown the fantasy community that she is still the best in the business, but that's a hefty price tag...
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Line in the Sand. An AFL PodcastThe Hawks and Bombers both in crisis. Trade Week shenanigans and the AFLWIn this week's episode Amos and Hamish share their thoughts on the sagas engulfing their football clubs, and they talk briefly about the trades to happen. Amos celebrates a great win for the Hawks AFLW team and Hamish suggests Essendon's AFLW team may have learned a lot from their game against Brisbane. 2022-10-0750 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 6: Round Rank chaosAs we look back at Round 6 the team reflect on some poor trade decisions, but also get excited for a week of opportunity with some good looking debutants from Round 6, exciting trade up opportunities and an exciting Freo-Crows match up to come!
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 5: Hatchard Hatchard Hatchard (and we're halfway home)As we hit the halfway point of the season, the full Free Kick team is back in action as they take stock of how their teams are traveling.
Captain hindsight helps Liam and Will uncover what's gone wrong so far in Season 7, the team discuss the best upgrade targets coming into round 6 and answer some more listener questions!
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 4: Utility loopholes and discounted premosFree Kick had their R1 and R2 out injured this week, so had to field their utility! With Jono and Liam both sick, twitter friend Bailey (@baileyirrgang) jumped in to chat all things Round 4 with Mel and Will!
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 3: Upgrade Season - Cleared for TakeoffMel is trapped on the tarmac this week but Jono, Liam and Will are here to chat through the start of upgrade season for our fantasy teams!
The ground crew breaks down their teams' performance in round 2, Jono walks the team through his 'Sweet 16' to target, and we answer a few listener questions.
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Essendon People PodcastEpisode 71: AFL Coaching discussion, AFLW review, Club newsIn episode 71 of the Essendon People Podcast, Brendan and Mark discuss the potential applicants for a coaching position at Essendon.
We also cover rounds 2 and 3 of the AFLW, and cover the most recent club news.
The episode ends with a shout out to a favourite Essendon fan of ours!
Go Dons!2022-09-131h 01
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRound 2 Review: Back flipping our Round 1 tradesAll voices of the Free Kick squad are back for post-round 2 review.
Similar to last week, the gang takes a look at their reversed luck from round 1 (Will goes big!), discuss the most pressing trade fix-ups coming into round 3, and answer some more listener questions.
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A3 Footy PodcastA3 Footy Podcast: AFLW Round 1 reviewWe review round one of the AFLW seasons with lots of discussions around who looks the real deal and who isn't, The boys also give Who Is The Women of the round with each of the tips for upcoming round 2.2022-09-0143 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastThe Round 1 Review: Dour Defenders & Rookie RouletteThe full Free Kick squad of Jono, Liam, Mel and Will are finally here for the first post-round review podcast of season 7!
The crews breaks down their teams' performance in round 1 (including a stellar effort from Mel), attempt to figure out who are the must haves/trade outs going into round 2, and answer a whole stack of listener questions.
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Find more AFLW content over at The Dub2022-08-311h 15Essendon People PodcastEpisode 70: AFLW 2022 Rnd 1 Review vs Hawthorn & Club NewsIn episode 70 of the Essendon People Podcast, Brendan and Mark discuss the historic first AFLW game and win, and cover a mountain of club news that's occurred over the past fortnight.
Go Dons!2022-08-301h 22
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastAFLW Fantasy Strategies & Listener QuestionsWith the season nearly upon us, Liam, Mel and Jono have a final catch up to discuss some of our learnings from last year's AFLW Fantasy season, and what we can expect from the season ahead. We also answer some listener questions!
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRucks AFLW Fantasy (plus Practice Matches)You may only be picking one ruck on field for your AFLW Fantasy team, but the decision can have major implications for the rest of your team. Should you be paying up for a ruck this season?
Liam, Mel, Will and Jono deep dive into the land of giants. Will gives us his predicted top rucks and a few pushing to take the mantle. But the real value in this expansion season could be the rookie rucks, which of the many cheap rucks are worth a spot in your team?
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastForwards AFLW Fantasy (plus Practice Matches)Value is the name of the game and we have plenty of options for up forward this AFLW fantasy season.
Join Liam, Mel and Jono as they deep dive into the forwards - Mel gives us her top 5 predicted forwards this season, the team face off with a high quality round of mid-price madness players, before discussing plenty of rookie options for our fantasy teams.
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastMidfielders AFLW Fantasy (plus Practice Matches)Today is all about the engine room of the AFLW and our fantasy teams - midfielders.
Liam, Mel, Will and Jono deep dive into the best value in the middle of the ground. Jono gives us his top 5 predicted midfielders for the season, the team face off with some mid-price madness players, before rolling through some of the rookies that caught our eye over the practice matches.
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastDefenders AFLW Fantasy (plus Practice Matches)With the AFLW Fantasy platform out and the practice matches completed, it's time to get stuck into our starting squads.
Liam, Mel, Jono and Jono deep dive into some defenders, which is shaping up to be one of the hardest lines to pick at the moment. Liam gives us his top 5 predicted defenders for the season, the team face off with some mid-price madness players, before rolling through some of the rookies that caught our eye over the practice matches.
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastSydney Swans Season 7 Preview + Brenna Tarrant18 CLUBS IN 18 DAYS
Our fourth and final expansion team - the Sydney Swans – have brought together a younger but much more versatile list as they look to establish themselves in the AFLW. The entire Free Kick crew jump on the pod to chat about the fantasy relevant players at the Swans, and to help us with some insight into how the Swan’s might line up in Season 7, we catch up with Brenna Tarrant – a recent recruit who is set to play an instrumental role in the Swan’s backline this season.
Episode Guide...2022-08-111h 14
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastPort Adelaide Season 7 Preview18 CLUBS IN 18 DAYS
Our third expansion team - the Port Adelaide Power – have brought in an abundance of experience in leadership, none more so than dual League B&F winner Erin Phillips! Mel, Liam and Jono discuss how Port Adelaide might line up in Season 7, with the help of data storyteller Azza Jewell who gives us some great info ahead of the AFLW season!
Episode Guide
5:09 What do we know about Port Adelaide’s AFLW list?
9:24 Defenders – Ange Foley will lead a young Port Adelaide backline, and is set for a b...2022-08-1052 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastHawthorn Hawks Season 7 Preview + Tamara LukeOur second expansion team - the Hawthorn Hawks - have brought together a fantastic list, building upon an exciting VFLW core with a lot of experienced players to support key positions. To help us with some insight into how the Hawk’s might line up in Season 7, we catch up with the VFLW Captain Tamara Luke to talk about the Hawk’s transition from the VFLW to AFLW, as well as a historic photo recently captured by the AFL.
Episode Guide
1:07 How have the Hawthorn Hawks built their AFLW list?
4:45 Tamara chats with Jono...2022-08-091h 05
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastEssendon Season 7 Preview + Amelia RadfordOur first expansion team - the Essendon Bombers - have brought together a very promising mix of elite talent and youth coming through the VFLW program. To help us with some insight into how the Bomber’s might line up in Season 7, we catch up with the recently drafted Amelia Radford to talk about her experience of being drafted to the new expansion club, and about the Essendon Bomber’s transition from the VFLW to AFLW.
Episode Guide
0:53 How have the Essendon Bombers built their AFLW list?
4:06 Amelia chats with Liam and Mel abou...2022-08-0849 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastWest Coast Eagles Season 7 Preview + Hayley BullasThe Eagles faced a lot of challenges in Season 6 with Covid-19 travel restrictions, numerous injuries and a new coach at the helm. Plus, a raft of player movement following Season 7 has the Eagles set for a shake-up. We’re joined by midfielder Hayley Bullas to talk through some of the challenges involved in making the leap to AFLW level, and hear some of her fantastic insights into West Coast’s season ahead.
Episode Guide
0:24 Season 6 was one to forget, but an unchanged leadership & coaching line up is a vote of confidence for the ladde...2022-08-0636 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastRichmond Tigers Season 7 Preview + Gab SeymourA season marred by injury never quite saw the Tigers reach their pre-season potential. But the Tigers have improved all over the ground, and are a good chance to make their first finals series in Season 7. Following an impressive season in the ruck (and the #2 fantasy scorer in her position), Gabby Seymour jumps on the podcast to give an insight into how the Tigers are looking ahead of Season 7.
Episode Guide
0:48 Richmond have been impacted by injuries in recent seasons, but have a lot of top end talent for us to consider in o...2022-08-0442 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastNorth Melbourne Season 7 Preview + Emma KearneyNorth Melbourne's high scoring game style has impressed throughout their short time in the competition, and produced a similarly high scoring fantasy game. Superstar Emma Kearney joins Liam and Jono on the podcast to talk about her move to defence last season, and how the Kangaroos are looking to build into Season 7.
Episode Guide
0:37 Another super fantasy relevant team - we could be looking at the highest scoring player on every line.
1:54 Emma Kearney chats with us about her time in the AFLW, and what we can expect from the Kangaroos in...2022-08-0344 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastGold Coast Suns Season 7 Preview + Tara BohannaGold Coast’s run and gun style caught the eye in Season 6 and delivered some exhilarating games of football. One of the stars up forward, Tara Bohanna, joins us on the podcast to talk about her breakout season, her Hunger Games tribute, and the depth of talent building at the Gold Coast in Season 7.
Episode Guide
0:51 With a developing core of young stars, the Suns run-and-gun game style is something to watch in Season 7.
4:00 Tara chats with us about her breakout Season 6, the pre-season at the Suns so far and what we...2022-07-3142 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastCollingwood Season 7 Preview + Ruby SchleicherCollingwood has kept their core group together through the expansion period and look set for a big season 7, but in bigger news – we’re joined by Ruby Schleicher, one of Collingwood’s star defenders and a fantasy jet for our teams. Listen in as Ruby provides fantastic insights into Collingwood’s season ahead.
Episode Guide
0:44 A slow starter in the AFLW, the Magpies have now developed into a strong finals contending team.
3:52 Ruby chats with us about her time with the Magpies, the pre-season so far and what we can expect from some...2022-07-2843 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastBrisbane Lions Season 7 PreviewThe Season 5 premiers fell agonisingly short of another grand final appearance in Season 6, but they did offer up a lot of fantasy gold with their high-scoring game style! League B&F winner Emily Bates was a fantasy gem last season for a lot of coaches, who will the next break out contender be?
Episode Guide
0:37 Brisbane's player led style has made them the highest scoring team in the AFLW.
2:33 Defenders - All-Australian Nat Grider is the standout of Brisbane's stingy defence, but is the value there after a bumper Season 6?
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Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastAdelaide Crows Season 7 PreviewThe reigning premiers boast some of the finest AFLW Fantasy talent, with Ebony Marinoff and Anne Hatchard both in the top 3 scoring players in Season 6. Will you start either in Season 7?
Episode Guide
0:58 How can these team overviews help your fantasy team?
3:42 Consistent success! The Crows have the best record of any team in the AFLW thus far.
5:08 Defenders - Will believes captain Chelsea Randall is a sneaky mid price option, whilst Eloise Jones / Stevie-Lee Thompson might push the top premiums.
14:31 Midfielders - the elite Ebony Marinoff a...2022-07-2531 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastThe AFLW Fantasy BasicsKeen to get involved with AFLW Fantasy but never played a fantasy sport before? Come chat about the AFLW Fantasy basics with us in today's episode with Mel and Jono.2022-07-2320 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastA Different Game: AFLW vs. AFLMRule changes, game styles and more. What does it all mean for our Fantasy teams?
This is the podcast for AFL Fantasy coaches who want to break into the AFLW Fantasy world. Our aim is to chat through some of the key differences between the two sports to help you make more informed decisions for your starting squad this AFLW Fantasy season.
Also, meet Will - the fourth and final co-host, and our resident AFLW whiz!2022-07-2232 min
Free Kick: The AFLW Fantasy podcastPilot: Our AFLW JourneysWELCOME! To the first episode of Free Kick: The FantasyW podcast.
Our aim is to break down the worlds of AFLW and AFLW Fantasy so we can all feel more comfortable and confident in setting up our fantasy teams, and getting behind the sport we love!
Today - meet Liam, Mel and Jono as we talk through our own AFLW journeys, what our new podcast is about, and why now is the time to get involved with AFLW Fantasy!2022-07-2011 min
Essendon People PodcastEpisode 62: VFLW Grand Final & AFLW Draft ReviewsIn Episode 62 of the Essendon People Podcast, Brendan and Mark recap the historic VFLW grand final victory!
The boys also cover all the latest AFLW news including draft selections, fixture, and coaching appointments.
Go Dons!
2022-07-0541 min
A3 Footy PodcastWhat's the August Start About? AFLW Round 10 PreviewIt's a big episode of discussion for the boys as the AFLW looks likely to run a second season in 2022, starting in August. We touch on Essendon's first AFLW signing, Melbourne's sheer dominance and scoring record, as well as all the regular segments and tips for the final round of the home and away season.2022-03-111h 00
A3 Footy PodcastFinals, Finally!: AFLW Finals PreviewThe AFLW finals are upon us, with Melbourne taking on Fremantle at Casey Fields while Collingwood and North Melbourne do battle at Victoria Park. With home prelims locked in for Adelaide and Brisbane, who will earn the right to challenge for the 2021 AFLW Premiership?2021-04-0350 min
Footy Focus PodcastFooty Focus Podcast Ep 36 – 2021 – Club Reviews – North Melbourne & Port AdelaideRecorded on 25 February 2021
- What worked, what failed, who deserves a pay rise & who needs a big 2021
- Plus, key list changes, our best 22, grade for 2020 & 2021 projection
FOOTY NEWS FLASH
- Carlton finally holds their 2020 BnF with Weitering winning
- Collingwood surprise contender for AFLW flag after smashing Roos
- Erin Phillips further cements GOAT status in short AFLW history
North Melbourne @ 2.07min
- Avoids spoon, but only 1 win in last 15 games headlines disastrous year
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A3 Footy PodcastAll the Moves: AFLW Trade Period Wrap-UpThe AFLW Trade and Signing Period has come to a close, and the boys are here to run you through all the moves from every club. With some high profile names making their way to new clubs, it's a big trade period ahead of the AFLW Draft in October.2020-08-191h 09
AFLW Tigers and Pies FanaticsAFLW One Eyed Tigers and Pies Episode 7Time for our final podcast of the year as we try to make sense of the strange new world we find ourselves in. Life with no footy, how will the fanatics survive? Also, ranting.2020-04-0300 minAFLW Tigers and Pies FanaticsAFLW One Eyed Tigers and Pies Episode 6Two fanatical football fans discuss the latest round of AFLW. Incredibly we actually talk about football for the majority of the podcast. Don't worry, the ranting starts at 19.48 for those of you wanting to skip forward.2020-03-1700 min
AFLW Tigers and Pies FanaticsAFLW One-Eyed Tigers and Pies Episode 1Welcome to AFLW one eyed tigers and pies, the podcast where we explore all things AFLW so long as they’re black and white, or yellow and black. Yes that's right, two fanatical AFLW footy fans from opposite teams get together to discuss the weekend's matches.2020-02-1300 min
A3 Footy PodcastSophie Molan: Richmond's First AFLW Draft PickThis week, Cat and Doc chat with Sophie Molan of the Richmond Tigers, taken at Pick 7 in the 2019 AFLW Draft. The girl from Ballarat spent the year playing all over Victoria and even up in the Gold Coast for the GWV Rebels, Vic Country and the Bulldogs in the VFLW before finding her way onto an AFLW list. Sophie talks about her pre season, how she came to play footy, expectations for the year ahead and more in another special interview.2019-12-1848 min
A3 Footy PodcastAFLW Awards + Finishing Off Round 2With Cat not well, Doc's back in the host chair in this week's episode of the A3 Footy Podcast. On this episode, Doc and Miller tackle the big stories from round two, as well as run through Adelaide's triumph in the AFLW Grand Final.
With the AFLW awards coming up, they also discuss who are the favourites for the best and fairest and the rising star awards and Doc goes through his predictions of the AFLW All-Australian team.
If you share us on Facebook or on Instagram, we will shout you out in the next episode of the A3. Any...2019-04-0358 min
A3 Footy PodcastPreviewing The AFLW SeasonWith Cat holidaying in Bali, Doc takes the host's seat in this week's episode of the A3 Footy Podcast
On the latest episode, Doc and Miller talk about the injuries to Alex Fasolo, Ollie Wines and Connor Blakely, list some first-year players to keep an eye out for in the pre-season and go through a team-by-team preview of each AFLW on the eve of AFLW 3.0 - as well as give their predictions of who wins in round one.2019-01-311h 02