Luke Jackson leads Gary Ayres voting after Fremantle's semi-final win

Fremantle's Luke Jackson has taken the lead in the Gary Ayres Medal voting after receiving 10 votes in the Dockers' semi-final victory against Geelong on September 11, 2026. Shai Bolton and Ollie Henry each received six votes in the match. Brisbane’s Zac Bailey also secured 10 votes in the Lions' win over Adelaide, while last year's winner, Will Ashcroft, received eight votes. The Gary Ayres Award honors the best player in the finals series, with votes from the Grand Final weighted heavier. The AFL Coaches Association will review the voting process following the wildcard finals.

• 4:55 AMAFL — Gary Ayres Award: Dockers star takes lead, Lion also gets a perfect 10