Let the NAB AFLW Finals Series Begin
The 2025 NAB AFLW Finals Series is set to start, marking the milestone tenth season of the competition. The AFL officially launched the finals series and revealed the Grand Final medal presenters at Yarraville Seddon Eagles FC in Melbourne's west.
Teams in the 2025 Finals
- First-time finalists: St Kilda and the West Coast Eagles
- Experienced teams: Adelaide Crows and Brisbane Lions
- Returning contenders: Melbourne, Carlton, and Hawthorn
- Minor premiers and defending champions: North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos
New Tradition: Captain’s Medal
For the first time, the captain of the winning grand final team will be awarded a Captain's Medal, equivalent to the AFL's Ron Barassi Medal.
“Hall of Famer Erin Phillips OAM, a former co-captain of the Adelaide Crows with two best on ground medals and three premierships, will present the Captain's Medal to the winning captain.”
The finals kick off on Friday night, promising an exciting conclusion to the season.
Author’s summary: The 2025 AFLW Finals Series launches with new medal traditions, debut finalists, and top teams battling for the championship in the league’s tenth season.