Ruthless Roos March into Preliminary Final After Keeping Hawks Goalless
North Melbourne secured a commanding 39-point victory over Hawthorn in the qualifying final, maintaining their strong push for a second premiership. The Hawks were held goalless, registering the lowest score ever in an AFLW final.
Match Summary
The final score was 5.12 (42) to 0.3 (3) in favor of North Melbourne, played at Ikon Park before a somewhat hostile crowd. Despite holding the Roos to their lowest yearly score, Hawthorn couldn't score any goals throughout the match.
Team Line-Ups and Conditions
- North Melbourne added Vikki Wall and Kate Shierlaw to their lineup after last week's win.
- Hawthorn made changes by bringing in Jess Vukic for the injured Ellie Symonds, swapping key tall players.
The weather was unsettled—humid, windy, dry, and wet at various moments—making the ground slippery and contributing to a frantic, error-filled start intensified by finals pressure.
Key Performances
Erika O’Shea proved a constant threat off half-back as the Roos advanced into another preliminary final.
Additional Information
- North Melbourne and Hawthorn met twice within seven days around the final.
- The match set a record low score for an AFLW final with Hawthorn’s 3 points.
The Kangaroos’ disciplined defense and effective gameplay ensured they progressed confidently toward the premiership.
Author's summary: North Melbourne’s tough defensive effort kept Hawthorn scoreless in an AFLW final, securing a decisive 39-point win and advancing them to the preliminary final.