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Nick Watson and Conor McKenna win AFL Mark and Goal of the Year

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:09 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Nick Watson and Conor McKenna win AFL Mark and Goal of the Year
Summary

The AFL announced the winners of the 2026 Mark and Goal of the Year during the Brownlow Medal ceremony. Nick Watson's remarkable mark, taken in wet conditions during Hawthorn's round 24 victory over West Coast, earned him the Mark of the Year award. Conor McKenna's creative goal against Collingwood secured the Goal of the Year title. Both players were recognized for their outstanding performances in a season that concluded recently. Each winner received a cash prize along with other rewards.

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  • •Nick Watson's wet-weather mark was judged the best of the year.
  • •Conor McKenna's goal showcased his Gaelic football skills.
  • •Watson received the Alex Jesaulenko Medal at the Brownlow count.
  • •McKenna's goal beat out competitors from Bailey Williams and Kysaiah Pickett.
  • •Each winner was rewarded with $50,000 and additional prizes.
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  • 11:09 AMAFL — Wizard's wet-weather screamer, Lion's miracle goal voted best of the year
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