when did aflw start

The AFL Women's (AFLW) league officially started its inaugural season in early February 2017. The very first match of the new competition was held on February 3, 2017, between the Collingwood Magpies and the Carlton Blues. The league launched with eight teams and quickly expanded over the following years due to strong public support and growing popularity. This marked the first national semi-professional women's Australian Rules football league, signifying a historic advancement for women's sports in Australia.