AFLW announces finalists for Goal and Mark of the Year awards

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Last updated Nov 10, 2026

AFLW announces finalists for Goal and Mark of the Year awards

Summary

The AFLW has revealed the finalists for the 2026 Coles Goal of the Year and Virgin Australia Mark of the Year. Three players are nominated for the goal honor: Ruby Schleicher (Collingwood), Lucy Single (Gold Coast), and Georgie Prespakis (Geelong). For the mark, contenders include Darcy Vescio (Carlton), Dekota Baron (Gold Coast), and Tayla Harris (Melbourne). Voting for these awards opens to the public, with winners set to be announced at the W Awards on November 23. Each winner will receive $50,000, with additional prizes available for voters.

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•Finalists include Ruby Schleicher, Lucy Single, Georgie Prespakis for Goal of the Year
•Mark of the Year contenders are Darcy Vescio, Dekota Baron, Tayla Harris
•Public voting is now open for both awards
•Winners will be announced at the W Awards on November 23
•Each winner receives $50,000 with public voting prizes available

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