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Star midfielder joins leadership group

August 1, 2024 8:00 am in by
Star midfielder Amy McDonald has been elevated to the Geelong AFLW leadership group. (Marcel Berens/Sports Media Image)

Three-time best-and-fairest Amy McDonald has been included in Geelong’s AFLW leadership for the 2024 season.

McDonald, who finished equal runner-up in the league best-and-fairest, will join a six-player leadership group that will again be headed by Meg McDonald.

Nina Morrison remains vice-captain and will share the role with Becky Webster, who has been elevated to the position.

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Chantel Emonson and Mikayla Bowen also return from the 2023 leadership group.

“We’re incredibly fortunate to have a dedicated leadership team that collaborates closely with our football department to develop and enhance our AFLW program and culture,” assistant football boss Brett Johnson said.

“Meg has been an outstanding captain over the past four seasons leading into 2024, with strong
support from Nina and the entire leadership group. Becky’s elevation to co-vice-captain
underscores her professionalism and influence both on and off the field.

“Amy’s inclusion reflects her growth as a leader and her impact on the team over several seasons.

“Our leaders are continuously setting new benchmarks for success, and we look forward to their continued contributions throughout 2024.”

The Cats open their 2024 campaign against Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday, August 31.

It follows match simulation with Collingwood at GMHBA Stadium on August 10 and a practice match against Essendon at Windy Hill on August 17.

“I look at Nina, Becky, Chantel, Mikayla, and Amy and see a group of people whose desire to get
the most out of themselves and their teammates has never been higher,” Meg McDonald said.

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“Every year, it’s a joy to watch as they grow as players and as people, enhancing their leadership and deepening the impact they have on our team.

“I’m sure I speak for all of them when I say it gives us great pride to lead this team and to represent our club, and we’re excited by all the ways our program can continue to improve in 2024.”

X: @krockfootball

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