Kuwarna defeats Hawthorn in first AFLW match at Kennedy Community Centre

Kuwarna secured a 28-point victory over Hawthorn on September 6, 2026, marking the first official AFLW match held at the Kennedy Community Centre. The Crows finished with a score of 10.7 (67) to 5.9 (39), dominating the contest from the opening siren. Hawthorn hosted the match as part of the celebrations for Emily Bates, who reached her 100th game milestone. Ebony Marinoff recorded 24 disposals and 13 tackles for Kuwarna, while Maddi Newman and Sarah Goodwin provided additional support. The Crows maintained control of the game throughout, managing the transition between phases to stifle the Hawks. The loss occurred during a significant milestone match for the Hawthorn club.

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