We break down nine games, celebrate statement wins, and map the Round 9 paths that could reshape the AFLW season

Send us Fan MailWe break down all nine AFLW Round 8 results, from Hawthorn’s Thursday night statement to Richmond’s upset and Brisbane’s clinic, then set the stage for Pride Round with sharp Round 9 tips. Small margins, accurate kicking, and smarter exits decide the weekend.• Thursday night win for Hawthorn over Fremantle• Melbourne’s controlled victory despite Essendon’s late surge• St Kilda’s methodical result against GWS• North Melbourne’s high-scoring standard at UTAS• Brisbane’s QClash dominance through pressure and spread scoring• Port Adelaide’s late surge against Western Bulldogs• Richmond’s composed upset over Adelaide• Carlton’s mature road win at GMHBA• West Coast’s steady four-quarter performance v Collingwood• Pride Round match-ups and Round 9 tips with key form readsIf you are interested in more content like this, make sure to subscribe down below. If you like this episode, make sure you give a nice good like. Make sure you hit that notification bell for any latest in the podcast and YouTube.Support the show