Lily Mithen discusses moving to Gold Coast and reigniting her passion
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Lily Mithen's transition from Melbourne to the Gold Coast has revitalized her love for football. In an interview ahead of her 100th AFLW match against St Kilda, Mithen reflected on the challenges and benefits of starting anew with the struggling Suns, who are in a significant rebuild. After winning only one match in the previous season, the team has improved this year, achieving four wins from six games. Mithen attributes her renewed enthusiasm to the fresh team environment and youthful spirit at Gold Coast.
- •Mithen reflects on her experience moving to the Suns before the 2025 season.
- •The Gold Coast Suns achieved four wins from six games this season.
- •Mithen appreciates the youthful and energetic atmosphere at her new club.
- •She prepares for her 100th game against St Kilda, a milestone for her career.
- •Last season, the Suns had one win and a draw, prompting a major roster overhaul.
- 8:00 PMAFL — 'I got that spark back': Why Mithen's bold Suns move changed everything
"Lily Mithen's fresh start on the Gold Coast helped her reignite her love for footy
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