
Our History
At Cairns Saints AFC, we take great pride in our history of supporting female involvement in AFL.
The Senior Women’s team achieved a historic trifecta, winning three consecutive premierships from 2020 to 2022.
One of our standout players, Poppy Boltz, progressed to the Brisbane Lions in the AFLW, where she played a key role in their 2023 premiership victory.
Showcasing the strength and talent within our junior ranks, the following teams have played off in the grand final.
– Our U17 team were grand finalists in 2023
– Our U15 team were grand finalists in 2024
– Our U13 team (in their inaugural season) and U15 team were grand finalists in 2025
Looking to the Future
The future of women’s footy at Cairns Saints is brighter than ever.In 2025, our girls’ program had the highest number of registrations of any junior club and is already building momentum for 2026. Our players continue to thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment where they feel safe and welcomed.
As a club, we are committed to offering our girls the opportunity to experience AFL in ways they might not have had access to otherwise. Our focus is on developing key values such as:
- Teamwork
- Respect
- Healthy habits
We want our players to learn the importance of being responsible, participating, having fun, and most importantly, learning their own worth. We aim to empower them to work hard, be resilient, and change their own stories for the better. The friendships and connections they build at Cairns Saints will last a lifetime.
It’s an exciting time for female footy at the Saints as we continue to grow and develop all levels of the women’s teams. Whether you’re experienced or new to the game, there’s a place for you here. Come and have a go – we’d love to have you join us!

2026 Female Football Information
There will be four (4) Grades of Female Football.
- Seniors
- U17 (girls born between 1st July 2007 and 30th June 2009)
- U15 (girls born between 1 July 2009 to 30 June 2011)
- U13 (girls born between 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2013)
- All younger age groups are in a boy/girls mixed division from U11’s to U8’s
For more information, please contact:
Jake O’Halloran – 0448 093 860


