AFLW 2018 - Round 1 v Freo

[bornadog]

AFLW Round 1 – Western Bulldogs v Fremantle
Sunday 4th February
Victoria University Whitten Oval
Gates open 3:00pm
AFLW First Bounce 4:35pm
FREE ENTRY

Come along and support the Western Bulldogs AFL Women’s team at the first match of the AFLW season where they will take on Fremantle. Embrace the summer weather and get a group of friends or the family together to join in on the ultimate celebration of women in sport. There will be plenty of on-ground and pre-match entertainment so be sure to get along before the first bounce.

MATCH DAY FAQ'S: Got any questions about what to expect at an AFL Women's Match Day? Or the facilities at VU Whitten Oval? We have answers here.

Fan Zone
It’s more than just a football match so make sure you check out the fan zone featuring loads of activations and activities to entertain the whole family.

• PricelinePharmacy Health & Beauty Lounge where you can try your luck at ten-pin bowling, charge your phone and simply relax
• Ride the waves and show your grit and determination like Moana on the mechanical surfboard
• Face painting, football drills and activities
• Sports Agility Course
• Entertainment from the Beats by Bob Jane DJ
• Pancake Parlour Photobooth
• Real Strength Van featuring giveaways, a chill-out zone and photo booth
• Free ice cream from Bulla and so much more

Food Truck Park
If you are feeling peckish there will be a range of food trucks including Biggie Smalls, Gringo Grill, Mamma Van, Farang Thai Grill and Hot Dog Dynasty. Plus, there’ll be a Cape Grim BBQ and Barkers Café where you can grab a hot dog and pie.

Two Birds Brewery Bar
A range of boutique beers can be purchased from the Two Birds Brewery Bar including the all new ‘’Trail Blazer’, a crisp, clear and refreshing beer brewed with the best Australian malt and hops developed in partnership with the Western Bulldogs.

The Garden presented by Two Birds
If you’re looking for a VIP match day experience, then the ‘The Garden’ presented by Two Birds Brewing is the place to be. Located on the playing arena, you’ll be treated to a boundary line view of the field, a drinks package inclusive of Two Birds Brewing premium beers, wine and cider as well as a footy fare throughout the duration of the game.
Tickets $90 per person, with spaces strictly limited. For more information, or to book online, click here.

Getting there
Train
VU Whitten Oval is a short stroll from West Footscray station - on the Sunbury/Watergardens line.

Tram
By tram from the city, catch the #57 West Maribyrnong service.
The #57 links at Maribyrnong Road with the #82, which passes within a one-kilometre walk of the ground.

Bus

Routes: 410; Sunshine – Footscray, 411; Laverton Railway Station - Altona Meadows – Altona – Footscray (via Millers Road), 412; Laverton - Altona Meadows – Altona – Footscray (via Mills Street), 414; Laverton - Footscray 472 - Williamstown - Moonee Ponds via Footscray. Stops a street away from the ground on Geelong Road. 220 - Sunshine - Gardenvale via City & Footscray. Stops outside the ground in Barkly Street. 219 - Sunshine West - Gardenvale via City & Footscray. Stops around the corner from the ground on Barkly Street. 216 - Caroline Springs - Brighton Beach via City & Footscray. Stops around the corner from the ground on Barkly Street

[Testekill]

I thought that our depleted team did really well against a Carlton side that had a full team. Freo however looked pretty strong against Adelaide also so it's tough to call how it will go.

[bornadog]

Anyone going?

[Twodogs]

Anyone going?

Are you kidding? ITS FOOTBALL OF COURSE WE ARE GOING!!!!!!!!




H and I will be honouring everyone with our presence...

Gotta love it!

[josie]

Sure am. Will be yelling my head off with anyone else who turns up from cheer squad. Looks like club have put a bit of effort into catering for young families. I recall scoffing down a few free Bulla ice-creams last year and looks like they are doing the same this year. Weather looks appealing too. Keen on seeing how the girls go this year, especially with a fit Brennan and some top draft picks. Should be exciting. Hope there are more goals this year (from us that is!!).

[bornadog]

Full back	A Utri	A O'Connor	L Birch
Half back	H Scott	I Huntington	B Lochland
Centreline		E Blackburn
Half forward	N Callinan	B Toogood	D Berry
Full forward	M Conti	K Brennan	J Bruton
Followers	T Ernst	E Kearney	A Gogos
Interchange	D Bannister	K Lamb	N Ferres
	L Spark	E Mackie
Emergencies	H Wildes	B Hunt

New:
J.Bruton (St.Kilda Sharks VFLW)
A.Utri (Hockey)
I.Huntington (Melbourne Uni VFLW)
B.Toogood (Netball)
D.Berry (Melbourne AFLW)
M.Conti (Melbourne Uni VFLW)
E.Mackie (Box Hill VFLW)
D.Bannister (Launceston TSLW)

[choconmientay]

Anyone going?

Wife and kids will join the guard of honour to welcome the our team to the new season. Hope we'll have a decent year with the female team.

[SonofScray]

Taking my daughter. Between this and the VFL, it makes me so happy to be able to take her to Whitten Oval to watch the Bulldogs. Just like my Dad and I (and the rest of my he family too!) when I was a kid in the late 80s/90s. I get very emotional about it. Coupled with the dreams being realised for these women to represent the Club and it is a really positive experience for all.

I want to be the first club to win the treble.

[Twodogs]

Taking my daughter. Between this and the VFL, it makes me so happy to be able to take her to Whitten Oval to watch the Bulldogs. Just like my Dad and I (and the rest of my he family too!) when I was a kid in the late 80s/90s. I get very emotional about it. Coupled with the dreams being realised for these women to represent the Club and it is a really positive experience for all.

I want to be the first club to win the treble.

Me too. I want us to be the Notts Forrest of the AFL and I want Bevo to be our Brian Clough (obviously without the alcoholism and the early death).

And I'm 100% with you about the kids. It's a thrill taking your kids to the footy ground. It's a rite of passage for mine. My dad took me and I fell in love, his dad took him and he fell in love, his dad and so on. It's the one thing we can hand on to our kids and remain in the moment with them.


The only thing difference for us is that we get to offer our boys and our girls examples and heroes they can relate to. And a realistic chance of success.

[comrade]

Looks like a very good set up for families to go along and enjoy. I hope they do the same thing for the VFL season, too.

[Raw Toast]

All four Toasts will be there, can't wait!

[Eastdog]

Carn the Dogs!

[Eastdog]

It's great that the footy is upon us again.

[Raw Toast]

Also worth checking out this if you want to learn more about the players (especially the new players).

Particularly excited for Naomi Ferres, a rookie selection who has come up through footy in the west and particularly the Spurs.

[The Underdog]

Outstanding first half. Katie Brennan is a star