I love the simplicity and how it highlights the pride section at the top, it lets the colours speak for themselves. I transitioned from local boys footy to another local team in girls footy which put her in the eyes of the TAC cup. While she believes the AFLs Indigenous Round is a special time for people, she hopes one day that Indigenous culture can be celebrated all year round. 14k Followers, 1,352 Following, 312 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from MADDY PRESPAKIS (@maddy_prespakis) maddy_prespakis. We are SO excited to announce AFLW midfielder Maddy Prespakis has signed on as one of our #WhatAbilityAthletes powered by Shaw and Partners. As a female athlete, Maddy also gave some insightful advice on International Womens Day - encouraging people to be proud of who they are. Matt Guelfi) Perth's very own Prince Matt Guelfi joins hosts Darcy Parish, Andrew McGrath and Brynn O'Connor in his first-ever podcast appearance. The introduction of four new expansion clubs was always going to create a significant challenge in terms of being able to retain your players, Munro said. The Lions will remain undefeated after annihilating both the Dockers and GWS by 49 and 47 respectively, and if they don't beat the Gold Coast Suns I'll eat my hat. Lucky they had a few more long sleeves on the bench to give it to her.. Carlton coach Michael Voss is confident a summer of high-intensity training will pay off in the long run. Blues celebrate a special night at the Hall of Fame. Carlton President Luke Sayers spoke to the crowd at last night's Hall of Fame event. To think that women do a nine to five job, five days a week then still fit in their high-performance training at Cartlon was pretty eye-opening. Is it Carlton's year? Existing clubs cant compete: Blues lose stars to expansion side Essendon. (2:02). All these girls would come to training from a full days work, so for me it was a big eye-opener, she said. View All Partners. This is what it means to Turn Up! However, even when the cards are stacked against you, a showing like the one they dished up against the Cats won't be one they are proud of. Speaking to FOX Footy post-match, it was clear that the occasion got to the 21-year-old. It absolutely makes sense to play doubleheaders, especially if we can line up the men's and women's clubs to give members the full experience and get the AFLW into stadiums like the 'G, but this was such a poor execution from the league. It is amazing. Tidlig liv. She described to 7NEWS.com.au how it felt when she was drafted. Verified. Quiver from nerves? On the flip side I'm tipping another win for Melbourne to stay undefeated this weekend. Prespakis won the AFLW Best and Fairest award in 2020 and was named in the All Australian team twice during her four seasons with Carlton. It may not be a win but a little bit of fight will go a long way. Have the Tigers over-achieved? Last week's 5pm start for the Demons and the Kangaroos allowed the women to play at the MCG prior to the men, but realistically isn't conducive to getting fans there after work. But fans draw the short straw in doubleheaders despite them being marketed as a plus. "Maddy, who is a lifelong Bombers supporter, is a young inside midfielder who has already achieved a lot in her short career, but with our support, we are certain she can take her game to the next level, " Harvey said. Ive got really good people around me that keep me level headed all the time. Maddy is an inspiring athlete. The combination of supreme talent plus the undeniable pride she has spoken about when it comes to playing for her childhood club has coalesced into sensational footy. It is time for womens sport to be brave and stop thinking what if. They'll have both Tamara Luke and Lou Stephenson out with injury which is a big blow to the experience in their side. Hosts Bonnie Toogood & Maddy Prespakis find out about Scott's unique pathway to becoming the league's newest rising star. They have also come off an arduous season that was affected by COVID-19 after starting in early January. Its awesome. The combination of supreme talent plus the undeniable pride she has spoken about when it comes to playing for her childhood club has coalesced into sensational footy. AFLW star Maddy Prespakis has opened up on her move from Carlton to Essendon, revealing she needed to make a fresh start away from the Blues. Why St Kilda's second appointment of Ross Lyon is a massive gamble, Every AFL club's trade and free agency period graded. Stream over 50 sports live & anytime on your TV or favourite device with KAYO SPORTS. And yet on Sunday morning, older sister Maddy woke up with the bragging rights in the Prespakis household after her first game against younger sister, Georgie. It shows how much the game means to us women.. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? RSVP essential: https://lnkd.in/gKyc-bRT Join us on Saturday, 11 March for a morning tea and What Ability update at our Drummoyne office. AFLW star Maddy Prespakis says some of her former Carlton teammates gave her the cold shoulder after she told them she was moving clubs. With the Carlton side touted as premiership favourites at the beginning of 2021, missing finals left the Club confused and in disbelief according to the star midfielder. Poor. Were working to restore it. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. They were a little quiet against North but they should outclass the Saints all over the ground. The former Blue is a tough operator in midfield, averaging 20.4 disposals and kicking 15 goals across her 34 games for Carlton. Carlton coach Michael Voss is confident a summer of high-intensity training will pay off in the long run. Prespakis by no means had an underwhelming 2021 season, averaging 21 disposals and four tackles a game, but getting time and space on the ball was definitely an obstacle with a new-found target on her back for the opposition. It was just something that we didn't plan for, and the start of the season didn't set us up for the second half, she said. Now with the unwanted record of the lowest ever AFLW score attached to them, Freo must bounce back against the Dogs. At just 19 years old, Maddy Prespakis has had a career most people can only dream about. Sarah Burt and Marissa Lordanic debate whether scheduling AFLW matches before men's matches is worthwhile given the high ticket prices, poor scheduling and other factors. From fun times at the park, stand up paddle boarding on the river, to lunch at sushi train to top it off! The amount of blood she had coming out, I thought she broke it! Big thank you to Hari Menon, Jayden Koulizakis and Jessica Otter for presenting to the team! This is Maddy Prespakis. MADDY Prespakis is a name that has become synonymous with the Game Changers. If only she'd held that grab in the dying seconds against the Blues. All times AEDT (GMT +11). She's had an average of 23.5 disposals across the two rounds, 376 metres gained and 6.5 clearances. Herself an Essendon fan, Prespakis' Collingwood-supporting father and Hawthorn-mad mother attended Prespakis' debut in Hobart decked head to toe in Carlton navy blue. I just wanted to get drafted, that was my main focus. It doesnt change our friendship. She champions a larger conversation, whether it is teachers educating students or football clubs teaching it to their members. You just have to soak it in, because it only happens once, but probably one of the best feelings in the world to hear your name and know that your dreams have just come true.. "Weve waited since I was four-years old to do this seeing them rock up in their Carlton gear, knowing theyre on the sidelines, really helped," she says. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. Someone wants to be a mini Maddy. Ive loved it and embraced the new challenge thats ahead. That has its positives for the AFLW competition as a whole, but for existing clubs, it places you in an unavoidably tough situation in terms of being able to compete with those offers.. They were a little quiet against North but they should outclass the Saints all over the ground. Prespakis er datter av Damien og Jody. Blues star Madison Prespakis is headed to Essendon. I just want to get that enjoyment factor back to where it was and yeah, Im really loving it.. Boasting a Rising-Star award, an All-Australian selection, two Club Best and Fairest awards and a league Best and Fairest award all at the age of 21, it's hard not to focus on Prespakis' already illustrious career. Boasting a Rising-Star award, an All-Australian selection, two Club Best and Fairest awards and a league Best and Fairest award all at the age of 21, its hard not to focus on Prespakis already illustrious career. Reels. The other positive is that if it's the exact same two clubs, they're appealing to fans who support AFL or AFLW and allowing them to experience the other for their chosen club. Prespakis is among the competitions best young players, having won the 2019 rising star award in her first season before claiming the league best and fairest in just her second campaign. The midfielder is getting used to the scrutiny that comes with being one of the AFLWs biggest stars but prefers to block out commentary and just focus on her footy. RSVP essential: https://lnkd.in/g4J3JEkK Gold Coast currently sit 9th on the ladder after a 26 point loss to the Kangaroos, and a 33 point win against the West Coast Eagles. Its definitely put that kind of fresh start in my mind in terms of being able to create new friends, new teammates having to earn the respect of those around you, she said. "She doesnt put herself out there for everybody to see," the teenager says. Tori loves putting fun first and taking our participants on the best adventures in Melbourne! Itll be awesome to see some of them. Round Table: What was the moment of the AFLW Grand Final? Prespakis' family travelled to Hobart for her debut last week - decked in Carlton blue. I was saying to my younger sister, who hopefully gets drafted at the end of the year, that hearing your name being called out on the draft day is the best moment ever, she said. Melbourne & Olympic Parks However, this week will prove to be a barometer for the Tigers, who will need to beat the winless Hawks to prove their strength. Prespakis earned All Australian honours, Carltons Best and Fairest award, the AFLW Best First Year Player and the AFLW Rising Star award capping off what is arguably the greatest debut season of all time. At 21 and under, these athletes show extreme promise for the future of the AFLW and women's sport. #WhatAbility #Queensland, What does a day out at Parramatta Eels National Rugby League Club look like? Gee was the Blues' first selection in the 2019 AFLW draft. Harvey Norman Maddy was taken as pick three by Carlton in her debut season. At just 19, she has kicked some serious goals. The 10 big moments that defined the AFLW season. Merrett spoke the words Prespakis had wanted to hear. ML: It's hard to go past Maddy Prespakis' immediate impact for the Bombers. Maddy takes the four points in battle of the Prespakis sisters Hugh Maclean 15/01/2022 Maddy (R) and Georgie Prespakis. Is it Carlton's year? I still talk to a fair few of them everyday and they still keep in contact with me and see me as the same person I was before I left. In summary, Prespakis can accept a reprimand with an early plea. I suppose theres still a few girls that I did speak to on the phone in terms of my move who were probably disappointed and didnt really want to speak to me after that, she revealed. Now, in 2019, as part of the NAB AFL and AFLW Rising Star Program, Prespakis has used her platform to inspire the girls of the future of women's footy, leading the AFLW Draft Combine Experience at Margaret Court Arena. AFL Senior Coach Michael Voss spoke to the crowd at the Carlton Hall of Fame event about the progress of pre-season and the importance of acknowledging the past. It's hard to see the Dockers notching their first win of the season against a Bulldogs side that were limited only by their own inaccuracy in Adelaide. Tayla Harris may be the big name right now, but Prespakis is coming. In case you missed it.. I felt as soon as I got the ball I was getting smashed left right and centre, she said. Prespakis je dcerou Damiena a Jodyho. It's hard to see the Dockers notching their first win of the season against a Bulldogs side that were limited only by their own inaccuracy in Adelaide. 1,352 following. I had a lot to toss up, and it did come to the last day of nomination when I made up my mind," she says. It was always sort of in my blood I suppose, she said. My preference is to keep moving AFLW games to bigger stadiums but as standalone events. Conversely, Fremantle look unlikely to nab their first win of the season, while Hawthorn and the Swans will both have fantastic opportunities to create a bit of history and earn their first wins when they take on the also winless Richmond and GWS respectively. Im also excited to take a few under my wing and sort of teach them a thing or two and for them to teach me a thing or two as well.. She said shes learnt so much about her teammates lives, inside and outside footy - impressed with how they manage to balance both. JR: This may be tough but I'm putting the heat on Port Adelaide. Conti shares her first impressions of Prespakis in an exclusive column for AFLPlayers.com.au. AFLW 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - North's time to shine? The Cats, granted picks one and two, had made overtures to the Sunbury teenager and would have almost certainly selected her second, if not first. MADDY PRESPAKIS Hey @essendonfcw @Nike Athlete @yoproau Alex@morethanmgmt.com.au. She is a big reason that Essendon are hanging around and having such strong last quarters. Sarah Burt: Yes. If Richmond manage to get Katie Brennan back from injury this week, the Hawks will struggle. A shift to girls' football coincided with growing momentum both personally and across the country as a 15-year-old Prespakis, representing the Sunbury girls youth team, began to formulate a dream. She then found herself in the TAC cup which is now the NAB league. Marissa Lordanic: We all know Maddy has what it takes to win a best and fairest so I do think it's something she can achieve. AFL 2023 fixture: Five must-watch games in the early rounds, How 'Demon spirit' brings out the best of Tayla Harris, AFL Draft - The top 10 prospects for 2023, AFL Draft 2022 - Every club's draft haul rated. Having never beaten Carlton before, Richmond are on a roll having won five in a row. But the 21-year-old has swapped the navy blue for the red sash, joining the Bombers in their inaugural season in the league. The Hawks were riddled by injury last week and have lost to the Bombers and more recently, St Kilda by 53 points, and as a new expansion side, are likely to take some time to assimilate into the competition. Prespakis will miss Geelong's following two games against the Western Bulldogs and Essendon, for whom sister Maddy plays. For me, my main focus is to enjoy footy and bring others into the game and make sure my teammates are loving it just as much as me. Please try again later. Her dad also played the sport as well as several other family members. Maddy went from the oldest girl in the under 18s to the youngest woman in Carlton. Meet our newest What Ability Athlete! Both of these sides look to be early contenders for the flag, so Richmond doesn't need to be too concerned just yet. However, a career-high tally for disposals for Maddy proved . Both stationed in the midfield, it was only a matter of time before the paths of the two sisters crossed. Maddy Prespakis could well have been the league's number one draft pick, but chose to stay in Melbourne. Prespakis begynte spille fotball i fire r gammel gjennom Auskick-programmet i Romsey, nord-vest for Melbourne. It's a relatively neutral game at Ikon Park this weekend and they need to win to maintain any hope of making it into finals. Todd Liubinskas On the flip side I'm tipping another win for Melbourne to stay undefeated this weekend. Prespakis aloitti jalkapallon nelj vuotias kautta Auskick ohjelman Romsey, luoteeseen Melbourne. Maddy and Georgie Prespakis hail from the Gisborne/Sunbury region but played their representative footy with Vic Metro and Calder Cannons. Maddy was taken as pick three by Carlton in her debut season. Maddy also said the whole experience has allowed her to also learn more about Indigenous culture. Shake their hand? Sarah Burt and Marissa Lordanic debate whether scheduling AFLW matches before men's matches is worthwhile given the high ticket prices, poor scheduling and other factors. Star in tears addressing bombshell Swans trade, Sell drama or hide the truth? At just 19 years old, Maddy Prespakis has had a career most people can only dream about. 16:24. In that she season, she earned All Australian honours, Carltons Best and Fairest award, the AFLW Best First Year Player and the AFLW Rising Star award for a standout 20 disposal, seven clearance, one-goal performance. A roughly $90 ticket to get into a men's match that you likely don't care about if you're a Kangaroos member, at 5pm on a Friday? Earl Evans, Athlete at AFLW Carlton FC | What Ability Support Worker, AFLW Player at the Brisbane Lions & Support Worker at What Ability, Former NRL Athlete (Gold Coast Titans and Parramatta Eels) | What Ability Account manager, We hosted our very first TikTok workshop and it was EPIC! asn ivot. ML: It's hard to go past Maddy Prespakis' immediate impact for the Bombers. SB: Maddy Prespakis moved from Carlton to Essendon and hasn't disappointed the Dons. SB: Melbourne's. Tori Tumeth - Melbourne City FC We've still got Elise ODea and Brea Moody and players like that that have been in there for so long, she said. Jej matka je domorod Australanka z kmene Djadjawurrung.Prespakis m ti sourozence: dvoje Annalea, Georgie a Jimmy. I felt pretty bad, she said. Challenge those gender stereotypes, football has always been a male-dominated sport, but challenge those stereotypes and make what you are doing your own, she said. Poor. Hn pelasi aluksi poikien joukkueissa, ennen kuin edusti alle 15-vuotiaita Sunbury-tyttj. AAMI I dont really pay attention to maybe who people think I am and all that stuff and the profile I might have. Blues celebrate a special night at the Hall of Fame. The young Indigenous athlete is making waves in AFL Women's league - as both a player and champion of her culture. To get our first win but even better running out in the Essendon jersey for the first time I put my arm around one of my best friends Georgia Gee and we kind of just smiled at each other and said How goods this. She's averaging 24 disposals a game this season, with the next highest in the side Steph Cain at 14, There's also the comparison of who in the league would overtake her, but after the second highest number of possessions in AFLW history this weekend, it will be hard to look past her if she continues on this trajectory. She explained that for her, football was a big part of her life from the start. I probably dont thrive on it. SB: Richmond to beat Carlton. The Carlton list has lost significant age and experience over the off-season, but Prespakis is excited to step up as a leader and join the likes of her experienced teammates in guiding the Club forward. Its something we would love to be apart of very soon. Probably going to expect a few boos and maybe a few of them are going to want to tackle me a bit harder but thats part of footy and I embrace every part of it, every challenge that comes with any game. How cool! Writing a new chapter (feat. Meet our newest What Ability Athlete! JR: I'll try and go a bit left field here. JR: Purely on design, I think Port Adelaide have nailed it. Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. However Prespakis admits she didnt know how to deal with the pressure that was built around her externally, and perhaps didnt get the best out of herself in 2021. Jesse Robinson: In short, yes. Hun gikk p Gisborne Secondary College og stttet Essendon som vokste opp. But the way that it was implemented for Friday night couldn't have been poorer. It's easy to see Maddy Prespakis' disposal numbers and her passion for the club, but Toogood's presence in the forward line and her work up the ground has been great to watch. AFLW 2023: ESPN's way-too-early predictions - North's time to shine? Shaw and Partners The Prince of Perth (feat. I thought Fremantle would fall off last season, but it looks like this year may be the tipping point in Freo. The frenzied activity among clubs is happening against the backdrop of collective bargaining negotiations, with the league and the AFLPA keen to put a CBA in place as soon as possible as the competition is likely to enter an eighth season in August, which would mean players would return to pre-season training in June. I want to use my platform to create real change . Maddy Prespakis was a cut above the rest in the 2020 AFLW season. Keep your eyes pealed for incoming content She led from the front in an inexperienced team earning her third All Australian selection. AT THE start of the week - even as late as Thursday morning - the game wasnt even meant to be taking place in the 2022 home-and-away season. JR: This may be tough but I'm putting the heat on Port Adelaide. Unsurprisingly, it was a night which the two of them - particularly Maddy, given the result - wouldnt change for the world. 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