The AFLW double-header season opener left fans with 'lots of mixed feelings'
- As young Carlton star Poppy Scholz launched the ball into the stands at Docklands Stadium to kick the first goal of the 2026 AFLW season, fans were asking each other: "What do you think this crowd is?
- '"The Blues were playing against St Kilda in the season opener in one of five double-headers between the men's and women's competitions this season.
- Players, clubs and fans have been calling for regular double-headers to be introduced by the AFL to help grow the women's game.
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- As young Carlton star Poppy Scholz launched the ball into the stands at Docklands Stadium to kick the first goal of the 2026 AFLW season, fans were asking each other: "What do you think this crowd is?
- '"The Blues were playing against St Kilda in the season opener in one of five double-headers between the men's and women's competitions this season.
- Players, clubs and fans have been calling for regular double-headers to be introduced by the AFL to help grow the women's game.
Sources: ABC Australia