Collingwood AFLW's list management crisis deepens as captain departs
Captain Ruby Schleicher is leaving for Western Australia, and at least six other Collingwood AFLW players remain uncontracted and exploring exits.
Collingwood's AFLW program is in turmoil. Captain Ruby Schleicher has officially departed to move back to Western Australia.
At least six other players, Tarni White, Lauren Butler, Bri Davey, Sarah Rowe, Violet Patterson and Mattea Breed, remain uncontracted and are weighing up exits. Vice-captain Jordyn Allen is contracted but is expected to explore a trade.
The Pies recorded their lowest-ever score last week, losing to Port Adelaide by 48 points. They sit 17th on the ladder with just one win from 11 games.
AFLW boss Laura Kane recently met with Collingwood's board to address what one report described as the program being in "absolute shambles".
- 1 win from 11 games
- Current record
- 17th
- Ladder position
- 6 players named
- Uncontracted players seeking exits
- 48 points
- Loss to Port Adelaide
Why it mattersThe exodus threatens the competitiveness of women's football at a major AFL club and raises questions about how Collingwood runs its women's program.
AustraliaWomen's AFL participation in Victoria is at risk as a major club loses its captain and roster depth, potentially deterring new talent from joining the competition.
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