INTERVIEW: Abbey Dowrick - 09 October 2026
Summary
Abby Drick, the back-to-back AFLW Showdown Medal winner, joins the show to discuss Port Adelaide's decisive victory over the Adelaide Crows. The conversation highlights the team's improved pressure and tackling, the return of Ella Head, and the confidence boost from Jemma Houghton's spectacular goal. Drick also reflects on the new coaching style under Glenn Strawn and looks ahead to their upcoming home game against the West Coast Eagles.
Topics discussed
Introduction and AFLW Showdown win recap
Praise for the 1914 Invincibles guernsey
Ruck and rover connection with Matilda
Team changes: Ella Heads returns from suspension
Previewing the West Coast Eagles match
Strategy and confidence for upcoming games
Discussion on pressure and tackling performance
Analysis of Adelaide's marking dominance
Back line performance and capitalizing on stats
Jemma Houghton's spectacular goal
Abby Drick's reaction to the goal
Jemma Houghton's confidence boost
Coaching style comparison: Glenn Strawn vs Lauren Arnell
Personal form and consecutive Showdown medals
Scoring goals and team consistency
Listener question: Fines for Showdown melees
Closing remarks and final wishes
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