Alicia Eva reflects on GWS journey as she announces retirement
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Alicia Eva has announced her retirement from the Greater Western Sydney Giants after a challenging AFLW career. The 35-year-old served as captain from 2020 to 2023, navigating adversity including the death of teammate Jacinda Barclay and significant COVID-19 disruptions. In her farewell, Eva expressed gratitude for her teammates and the support structure around the club, noting her commitment to achieving success despite many challenges. Her decision to retire follows years of dedication to building team resilience amid ongoing struggles on the field.
- •Alicia Eva captained GWS from 2020 to 2023.
- •She faced hardships, including the death of Jacinda Barclay in 2020.
- •Eva remained committed to the team during tough seasons and COVID-19 disruptions.
- •She expressed deep appreciation for her teammates and club culture.
- •Eva's retirement opens a new chapter for the Giants.
- 7:00 PMAFL — For Eva a Giant of the game: Retiring legend on loss, losing and leadership
"An emotional Alicia Eva opens up on why she stayed at GWS and what the future holds
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