Ebony Marinoff Wins AFLW Best and Fairest

Ebony Marinoff of the Adelaide Crows has been awarded the 2024 AFLW Best and Fairest, marking her first major individual honour after a standout season, where she averaged 30.5 disposals per game. In a closely contested voting, Marinoff finished with 23 votes, narrowly defeating North Melbourne's Ash Riddell, who garnered 20 votes. Port Adelaide's Abbey Dowrick was the highest voter-getter from her club, finishing eighth overall with 13 votes. The prestigious W Awards celebrated the achievements of women's football, featuring a glamorous red carpet event attended by prominent players. The awards included other recognitions such as the All-Australian team and various individual accolades. The event highlighted the growing recognition and talent within AFLW, showcasing both emerging stars and established players.