Meet our Round Fourteen Women’s Rising Star Nominee, Sheridan Baker, Pennant Hills Demons

Player Profile:

Name: Sheridan Baker

Nickname: Sheza

AFL Sydney Club: Pennant Hills Demons

Junior Club: St Ives AFC

Position: Back Pocket

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

Sheridan is only 17 and new to the game of AFL having only started to play the game in 2023 for her Junior Club. She had only played a total of 11 games of AFL prior to commencing training with the senior club at the beginning of season 2024.

What role do you play for the club(s) both on and off the field? 

Sheridan has been shown commitment to training both during preseason and the season proper. Because of the dedication and improvement Sheridan had shown she was selected to play in the Premier Division team for round 1 and has been a regular selection in the Senior team each week since. Sheridan is admired and respected by the whole playing group for the commitment, leadership and impact she has on each game that she plays

Reason for nomination this round:

Sheridan has continued to improve throughout the season, during round 14 Sheridan was a rock in defense , she had an outstanding performance for a 6th week in a row

Coach quote on Performance:

Sheridan just keep getting better and better each week. With little football background she was superb for 4 qtrs. Even playing in the ruck at times. Her ability to play on and use her ball skills is second to none.