North Melbourne beats Sydney 71-16 but Emma Kearney injured in career game 100
North won 71-16 in AFLW, but star Emma Kearney suffered a hamstring injury in her 100th game.
North Melbourne crushed Sydney 71-16 on Sunday at Arden Street in a dominant display. The victory was soured when champion Emma Kearney limped off with a hamstring injury in the final quarter on her 100th game.
Sydney's challenge was compounded by losing in-form ruck Ally Morphett to a knee injury in just the first five minutes. Teenager Maddie Quinn was forced into ruck duties.
North controlled the match in the air, with Kate Shierlaw's marking and Tahlia Randall's forward strength proving decisive. Jasmine Garner dominated the middle with 31 disposals and 10 clearances.
- 71-16
- Final score
- 100th
- Kearney's game number
- 31
- Garner's disposals
- Arden Street
- Venue
Why it mattersBoth teams now face injury concerns that could impact their finals campaigns and depth.
AustraliaEmma Kearney's injury in her 100th game is a significant loss for North Melbourne's AFLW campaign.
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