Richmond AFLW duo Ellie McKenzie and Emelia Yassir have been named in the AFLPA’s 22Under22 squad.

22Under22, presented by Torrens University Australia, is a fan-voted concept that recognises the best 22 players aged 22 and under for the entirety of the season (including Grand Final day).

For a player to be eligible for the squad of 44, they are required to play a minimum of five games of the home and away season.

McKenzie, 22, has enjoyed a standout season for the Tigers to feature in every match and average 17 disposals out of the midfield.

Prior to missing the 2023 season through injury, the 22-year-old was selected in the AFLPA's 22Under22 squad's in 2021 and 2022. 

The midfielder was impressive against the Swans this season, collecting a career-high 23 disposals.

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KFC Player of the Match: Week 3

Ellie McKenzie has been awarded the Week 3 KFC Player of the Match for her performance against the Swans.

Liverwire forward Yassir has booted nine goals from her 11 games for the Tigers this season.

A key part of the Tigers’ forward line, the 21-year-old has now featured in consecutive AFLPA 22Under22 squad’s.

Yassir enjoyed a standout performance against Geelong this season, booting an equal career-high three goals from her seven disposals.

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KFC Player of the Match: Week 7

Emelia Yassir has been awarded the Week 7 Player of the Match thanks to KFC.

VOTE NOW Have your say on the 2024 AFLW 22Under22 team.

Chair of Selectors, Kate McCarthy, and an internal selection panel at the AFL Players’ Association selects a squad of 44 players. 

Fans then have the opportunity to decide the final 22 by voting on the 22Under22 platform, which will be until 11:59pm AEDT, November 13th (midnight).

The final team will be announced on November 20th via the via the AFL Players’ Association’s social media channels.