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Jasmine Garner wins fourth AFL coaches' award for 2026 season

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 2:00 AM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Jasmine Garner wins fourth AFL coaches' award for 2026 season
Summary

Jasmine Garner of North Melbourne has made history by winning her fourth AFL Coaches Association AFLW Champion Player of the Year Award. Garner earned 102 votes, seven ahead of Gold Coast's Charlie Rowbottom, and consistently performed well throughout the season, polling in every match. This accolade reflects her impact on the field as she averaged 31.1 disposals and played a key role in securing North Melbourne's third consecutive minor premiership. Garner previously won this award in 2020, 2022, and 2023. Following this recognition, she is likely to continue leading her team in the finals.

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  • •Garner polled in every game, scoring maximum votes five times.
  • •She averaged 31.1 disposals and 5.3 clearances over the season.
  • •North Melbourne secured a third consecutive minor premiership.
  • •Garner's previous awards were in 2020, 2022, and 2023.
  • •North Melbourne coach praised Garner's consistent leadership and performance.
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Jasmine Garner has taken out the coaches' award as the best player of 2026

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