Orla O'Dwyer wins Brisbane club champion award over Belle Dawes
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 2:22 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Orla O'Dwyer secured the Brisbane club champion award with 171 votes, narrowly defeating Belle Dawes, who finished with 165 votes. The award ceremony took place on November 8, 2026. O'Dwyer's achievement marks her first best and fairest award, capping off a strong season that began with her captaincy of Ireland in the NAB AFLW representative match against Australia. She expressed pride in her accomplishment and gratitude for her family's support. O'Dwyer and her teammates contributed to the Lions’ successful season, which included competing for premierships.
- •O'Dwyer finished with 171 votes, Dawes had 165.
- •O'Dwyer previously captained Ireland in August 2026.
- •Brisbane's coaches scored players on a scale of zero to five.
- •Dunne finished third in the voting with 160 votes.
- •O'Dwyer played 94 games and won two premierships since joining.
- 2:22 AMAFL — Irish Lion edges out livewire mid to earn maiden club champion award
"Orla O'Dwyer has earned her first club champion award, with Belle Dawes finishing runner-up
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