Let the NAB AFLW Finals Series Begin - This Is November
The highly-anticipated 2025 NAB AFLW Finals Series has officially started. Marking the milestone tenth season, the AFL proudly launched the finals and revealed the Grand Final medal presenters at Yarraville Seddon Eagles FC in Melbourne’s west.
The finals series kicks off this Friday night, featuring some exciting matchups:
- St Kilda and the West Coast Eagles will make their first-ever finals appearance.
- Experienced teams Adelaide Crows and Brisbane Lions return to compete.
- Melbourne, Carlton, and Hawthorn continue their pursuit of the championship.
- North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos, the 2025 minor premiers, aim to defend their title after last year’s flag win.
New Medal Presentation Tradition
For the first time in AFLW history, the winning grand final captain will receive a medal akin to the Ron Barassi Medal in the AFL. This important honor will be presented by Hall of Fame inductee Erin Phillips OAM, a former Adelaide Crows co-captain who won two best-on-ground medals and three premierships.
“As a former co-captain of the Adelaide Crows who won two best on ground medals among three premierships, Hall of Famer Erin Phillips OAM will present the Captain's Medal to the winning captain.”
This addition highlights the growing prestige of the AFLW competition and celebrates leadership at the highest level.
Summary
The 2025 NAB AFLW Finals Series ushers in historic moments with first-time finalists and introduces the Captain's Medal presented by Erin Phillips, enhancing the legacy of women’s football.