The West Australian Football League Women's (WAFLW) competition has officially released its fixture for the 2025 season, promising an exciting calendar headlined by a blockbuster Grand Final rematch and a historic Good Friday game.
Grand Final Redux and Historic Good Friday Clash
The season will launch with an immediate blockbuster, as the 2024 premiers, the Claremont Tigers, host the runners-up, the East Fremantle Sharks, in a Grand Final rematch. This highly anticipated showdown is scheduled for Good Friday, April 18, 2025, at Revo Fitness Stadium. This fixture marks a significant moment for the league, bringing top-tier women's football to a major public holiday traditionally less associated with the sport.
The full 18-round home-and-away season will commence on the weekend of April 18-20 and conclude on the weekend of August 15-17. Following the regular season, a four-week finals series will be held, culminating in the WAFLW Grand Final on the weekend of September 13-14, 2025.
Key Fixture Details and Club Highlights
All nine WAFLW clubs will be in action during the opening round. Other notable Round 1 matchups include Swan Districts hosting Peel Thunder at Steel Blue Oval, while Subiaco will face South Fremantle at Leederville Oval. West Perth and East Perth will also renew their rivalry.
The fixture maintains a focus on community and accessibility, with games spread across various suburban grounds. A dedicated bye weekend has been scheduled for July 4-6, coinciding with the school holidays, allowing players and fans a mid-season break.
Claremont will be looking to defend their title after a dominant 2024 campaign, while East Fremantle will be desperate to go one step further. The competition promises to be fierce, with other clubs like Swan Districts and Peel Thunder expected to be strong contenders once again.
What This Means for Fans and the Competition
The release of the 2025 fixture provides clarity and builds anticipation for clubs, players, and supporters. Scheduling the Grand Final rematch on Good Friday is a strategic masterstroke, likely to draw a large crowd and significant media attention, further elevating the profile of women's Australian Rules football in Western Australia.
This fixture continues the WAFLW's impressive growth trajectory, offering a consistent and high-quality season structure. Fans can now plan their season, marking calendars for the local derbies, key replays, and the all-important finals series. The stage is set for another thrilling year of skill, passion, and community spirit in the WAFLW.
