Meghan McDonald will skipper Geelong for a fifth AFLW season.
Becky Webster has been elevated to co-vice-captain, alongside Nina Morrison, who has been vice-captain since 2022.
An emerging leader, Webster excelled in her move to half-back in 2023, averaging career highs in disposals (17.9) and metres gained (291m) per game.
Three-time Geelong Cats AFLW Best and Fairest winner Amy McDonald has been added to the player leadership group for the first time, while Chantel Emonson and Mikayla Bowen round out the leadership group.
“I look at Nina, Becky, Chantel, Mikayla, and Amy and see a group of people whose desire to get the most out of themselves and their teammates has never been higher,” Meghan McDonald said.
“Every year it’s a joy to watch as they grow as players and as people, enhancing their leadership and deepening the impact they have on our team.
“I’m sure I speak for all of them when I say it gives us great pride to lead this team and to represent our club, and we’re excited by all the ways our program can continue to improve in 2024.”
“We’re incredibly fortunate to have a dedicated leadership team that collaborates closely with our football department to develop and enhance our AFLW program and culture,” Geelong Cats assistant general manager of football Brett Johnson said.
“Meg has been an outstanding captain over the past four seasons leading into 2024, with strong support from Nina and the entire leadership group. Becky’s elevation to co-vice-captain underscores her professionalism and influence both on and off the field.
“Amy’s inclusion reflects her growth as a leader and her impact on the team over several seasons. Our leaders are continuously setting new benchmarks for success, and we look forward to their continued contributions throughout 2024.”
