Collingwood selects Ash Centra as top pick in 2024 AFLW Draft

Collingwood selected Ash Centra as the No.1 pick in the 2024 AFLW Draft. Centra, a forward/midfielder from Gippsland, impressed during the national championships with her strong performance for Victoria Country. Centra expressed her excitement at the draft, saying she felt overwhelmed by the experience. She was presented with her new jumper by Collingwood officials, including former player Josh Fraser. Centra comes from Seaspray, a small town in Gippsland, and has a background in junior football with Sale.