Carlton’s women’s team has taken to the track at its inaugural pre-season training session on Wednesday night at Ikon Park.
Led by senior coach Damien Keeping, the 27-woman squad saw its elite training facilities for the first time with a pre-training address in the locker room from Carlton three-time premiership coach David Parkin.
Sage advice from the great David Parkin... #BoundByBlue #AFLWomens pic.twitter.com/2BhZy216i9
— Carlton FC (@CarltonFC) November 23, 2016
After running out to a thunderous cheer from a number of supporters in the stands, the squad ran through a number of drills and football skills.
Just saw the first training session of the @CarltonFC #aflwomens team. I am losing my mind with excitement. GO BLUES! pic.twitter.com/5KbJA0rjf8
— Paul Verhoeven (@paulverhoeven) November 23, 2016
The inaugural AFL Women’s competition will kick off in February, with the fixture to be released in the coming weeks.
Click here to see the best snaps from the training session
Support our women’s team by becoming a foundation supporter. From as little as $25, you can have your name etched onto the change room facilities or for $200 you can write a message of support to the team, plus you’ll also receive a specially designed ‘Game Changers’ scarf designed by Carlton marquee player Darcy Vescio.