Meet our Round Ten Women’s Rising Star Nominee, Amaia Wain, UNSW-ES Bulldogs

Player Profile:

Name: Amaia Wain

Junior Club: Sawtell Toorima Saints JAFC

AFL Sydney Club: UNSW-ES Bulldogs AFC

Position: Ruck

 

 

What is one thing we don’t know about this Rising Star that they are well known for around the club?

Amaia lives in Coffs Harbour but travels down 5 hours every week to play.

 

What role do they play for the club both on and off the field?

A Coates league player who has added top end talent, is hard working and professional in her approach.

 

Reason for nomination this round:

Amaia stood out on the weekend, got a lot of the footy, dominated hit outs and used the ball well. 18 disposals, 16 contested, 43 hit outs.

 

Coach quote on Performance:

“Amaia was elite on the weekend and has been all season. She works incredibly hard, wins hit outs and her follow up work is outstanding.” – Tom Williamson – Women’s Premier Division Head Coach, UNSW-ES Bulldogs AFC