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Ruby Schleicher set to leave Collingwood (20.10.26)

Oct 20, 2026 · 7m

Summary

Collingwood AFLW skipper Ruby Slisher has announced she will leave the club after 2026 to return to Perth, reportedly signing with West Coast. The episode explores the impact of her departure on the team, highlighting concerns over inadequate contract offers and broader resource issues within the AFLW. The discussion also covers the uncertain futures of other key players and questions whether football departments are sufficiently resourced to support elite women's teams.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: LinkedIn Campaigns Sponsor: PayPal Holiday Shopping Show Intro: Sports Day Collingwood AFLW: Internal Frustrations Ruby Slisher Announces Departure Slisher's Message to Fans Move to West Coast and Contract Details Slisher's Career Stats and Injury History Criticism of Initial One-Year Offer Uncertainty for Other Key Players AFLW Resourcing and Club Support Debate Sponsors: Viewjobs and Cobram Estate NBA Preview with Oli Landos Sponsor: LinkedIn AI Job Search Sponsor: Yubo Social App
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