Kennedy fined twice for umpire contact in AFLW elimination final

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Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Kennedy fined twice for umpire contact in AFLW elimination final

Summary

Sydney's Tanya Kennedy has received two fines for careless contact with an umpire during the AFLW elimination final against Western Bulldogs on November 8, 2026. Despite these infractions, she avoided suspension. Additionally, Carlton's Maddy Hendrie was fined for rough conduct in a qualifying final loss against North Melbourne, and Maddy Brancatisano received a fine for tripping Kaitlyn Ashmore during Gold Coast’s elimination final loss to Hawthorn. The match review process follows the completion of the first week of AFLW finals.

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Key Details

•Tanya Kennedy was fined twice for umpire contact during a November 8 match.
•Kennedy's role was key in Sydney's victory over Western Bulldogs.
•Maddy Hendrie fined for rough conduct in Carlton's loss to North Melbourne.
•Maddy Brancatisano fined for tripping Kaitlyn Ashmore during Gold Coast’s loss.
•All incidents stem from the first week of the AFLW finals.

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