Mia Russo marks during a Marsh National Academy training session on December 11, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

WITH the SANFLW and VFLW occupied in their Gather Round state game clash, where the Big V ran out 27-point winners, the QAFLW and WAFLW were the only state leagues in action.

AFLW Academy member Mia Russo put on a show out west, while a current Swan impressed for Bond University.

SANFLW

The SANFLW had a bye week for Gather Round's state game against the VFLW.

QAFLW

Yeronga South Brisbane Devils v University of Queensland

University of Queensland claimed its first win of the season, defeating Yeronga by 63 points on Saturday afternoon.

Former elite netballerĀ Gabi SimpsonĀ (25 disposals, four inside 50s) could do no wrong – except in front of the big sticks, failing to convert her two opportunities – whileĀ Farradai HopkinsĀ (24 disposals, nine inside 50s) starred for the victors.

Farradai Hopkins kicks the ball during a Marsh Under-18 Championships clash between Queensland and Vic Country on July 7, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

Racquelle SuttonĀ andĀ Crisstal PovisĀ were the goalkickers for Yeronga.

Southport Sharks v Maroochydore

Reigning premier Southport posted another significant win, this time by 112 points over Maroochydore. Southport's percentage sits at 2858.3 per cent after its first two matches of the season.

Former GWS utilityĀ Caitlin MillerĀ kicked four goals from her 24 disposals, whileĀ Olivia MeagherĀ enjoyed the same return from 26 touches, to lead Southport's dangerous attacking line. Meanwhile Northern Territory importĀ Kierra ZerafaĀ racked up 39 disposals and six clearances.

Danielle FenwickĀ worked exceptionally hard for Maroochydore, finishing the day with 25 disposals.

Bond University v Moreton Bay

A 74-point win over Moreton Bay has kept Bond University just one step behind Southport, sitting second on the ladder.

Sydney AFLW wingerĀ Ruby Sargent-WilsonĀ was cutting for Bond, using her 22 disposals at 86.4 per cent efficiency, whileĀ Kendra BlattmanĀ kicked four of the side's 13 goals.

Ruby Sargent-Wilson warms up before Sydney's clash against North Melbourne in round seven, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

For Moreton Bay,Ā Jessica DavyĀ was best, with 29 disposals and four inside 50s to her name.

Morningside v Aspley

Morningside's efficiency in front of goal kept it undefeated across the opening two rounds, beating Aspley by 15 points despite recording the same number of scoring shots.

SistersĀ LauraĀ andĀ Gracie RoyĀ combined for 45 disposals, 20 tackles, and two goals in important performances for the victors, whileĀ Jesse McMillanĀ did absolutely everything she could to stop them, laying a whopping 23 tackles for Aspley.

Wilston Grange v Coorparoo

Coorparoo won its second straight match, getting over Wilston Grange by 13 points on Saturday afternoon.

Grace OsborneĀ (23 disposals, 14 tackles) worked hard both ways for Wilston Grange, while Coorparoo ruckĀ Renee TeysĀ (20 disposals, 34 hitouts, eight tackles) was immense.

WAFLW

West Perth v Perth

Led by a top draft prospect, West Perth recorded a 59-point win over Perth on Friday evening.

Mia Russo, part of the Marsh AFLW Academy, was the Falcons' best with 26 disposals, eight inside 50s, and two goals in the win. MeanwhileĀ Holly Britton, sister of West Coast's Jaide, was important for Perth with 24 disposals.

Mia Russo in action during the AFL National Development Championships U16 Girls match between Western Australia and South Australia on April 30, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos

Swan Districts v Subiaco

With a 24-point win over Swan Districts, Subiaco has kept its clean sheet and place atop the WAFLW ladder.

Exciting key forward, and 2025 draft prospect,Ā Olivia WolmaransĀ was a presence in attack for Subiaco, while former Sydney AFLW pairĀ Lisa SteaneĀ (26 disposals, six tackles) andĀ Paige SheppardĀ (24 disposals, eight marks) starred once again.

Eligible for this year's draft, Swan Districts midfielderĀ Carys D'AddarioĀ was important with 24 disposals, whileĀ Jaime HenryĀ had 22 touches of her own.

South Fremantle v Peel Thunder

A quartet of Fremantle AFLW players faced off in South Fremantle's 15-point win over Peel Thunder on Saturday evening.

Holly IfouldĀ (22 disposals, 10 marks) andĀ Indi StromĀ (nine disposals, five marks) pulled on the boots for the Bulldogs, whileĀ Matilda BanfieldĀ (seven disposals, five tackles) andĀ Evie ParkerĀ (five disposals) appeared for Peel.

Indi Strom tackles Amy Franklin during Fremantle's practice match against West Coast on May 4, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

Smooth-moving AFLW Academy memberĀ Evie CowcherĀ was also important for Peel, with her 15 disposals, ahead of next weekend's Academy showcase game.

Claremont v East Fremantle

Claremont and East Fremantle played out a thrilling battle, with three final-quarter goals proving the difference in Claremont's 11-point win.

Former West Coast trioĀ Sasha GoranovaĀ (27 disposals),Ā Jayme HarkenĀ (26 disposals), andĀ Mackenzie WebbĀ (20 disposals) were crucial for the victors, whileĀ Ella GilbeyĀ andĀ Jacinta ValentiniĀ each kicked two goals.

Overlooked in last year's draft,Ā Noa McNaughtonĀ was strong for East Fremantle with 18 disposals and four inside 50s, andĀ Alicia BlizardĀ kicked two goals for the Sharks.

The VFLW kicks off on Friday April 18.