Collingwood to conduct external review of AFLW program after poor season
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 5:41 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Collingwood has initiated an independent review of its AFLW program following a disappointing season with a 1-10 record, which has included the resignation of coach Sam Wright. The club has not qualified for finals since 2022 and now sits at 17th. President Barry Carp emphasized the need for an outside perspective to improve the program. Other clubs, such as St Kilda, are also reviewing their programs, while some teams prefer internal assessments during the off-season.
- •Collingwood finished the season with a 1-10 record.
- •Coach Sam Wright resigned but will complete the final game.
- •The independent review aims to provide recommendations for improvement.
- •Skipper Ruby Schleicher will return to Western Australia after the season.
- •Other clubs are also assessing their AFLW programs.
- 5:41 AMAFL — Pies announce external review into AFLW program after horror season
"Collingwood has announced an independent review into its AFLW program after a one-win season that saw the resignation of its senior coach
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