Former coach says Collingwood's woeful season is not the 'standard of AFLW that we expect to see'
Former AFLW coach Lauren Arnell has criticized the Collingwood Magpies' performance following a series of heavy losses in the 2024 season. Arnell highlighted concerns about the team's tactical approach and the overall standard of play required to grow the women's league.
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The critique reflects broader discussions about the professionalization, tactical development, and commercial viability of women's sports leagues.
Collingwood has won just one game out of 11 this season. ( Getty: Matt Roberts/AFL Photos )
Link copied Share Share article Former AFLW player and coach Lauren Arnell has slammed the standard of Collingwood, while emphasising the responsibility of coaches to "put on a show" to grow the game.
The Magpies slumped to a new low on Friday night after failing to kick a single goal against Port Adelaide.
The 48-point defeat to the Power was the club's 10th loss this season out of 11 games. Under head coach Sam Wright, the Magpies have won just five games since the start of 2024.
"Overall, it was not the best standard of AFLW football that we would expect to see at this point of season 11," Arnell said on ABC Radio.
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