2023 Premiership Lion Jennifer Dunne has committed to another two seasons at Brighton Homes Arena re-signing with the Brisbane Lions until the end of 2026.
The Irish product, who joined the Club prior to the 2023 season from Dublin has enjoyed immediate success playing in two Grand Finals in her first two years.
Dunne said she was excited by the direction the Club as a whole is heading and wants to continue to drive success.
“Since coming to Australia, the girls, the coaching staff and the Club have been amazing at making me feel very connected and creating a second family for me,” Dunne said.
“We obviously have enjoyed a lot of success since I came onboard which has been fantastic but this group of girls make it so enjoyable coming into training especially on days when I’m missing home.
“I’m looking forward to what we can achieve over the next few seasons and even though we weren't able to walk away with the result in this year’s Grand Final, I know this group is very motivated to get back to a position where we are contending again.”
Recently award Brisbane Lions Rising Star at the 2024 Brisbane Lions AFLW Best and Fairest, Dunne enjoyed her most consistent season this year.
Playing every game available, Dunne shone in the Lions finals series averaged 13.6 disposals and 377 metres gained including standout performances against Hawthorn and Adelaide.
Lions AFLW senior coach, Craig Starcevich was full of praise for Dunne who has come on in leaps and bounds this season.
“Jen has been such an asset for us in the back half, with her athleticism she is able to compete in the air and on the ground making life hard for opponent,” Starcevich said.
“Last season she came into the side it was a big year of learning for her and you can see in her performances this season how much she has developed, playing key roles for us against some high-quality opposition.
“We’re looking forward to having Jen at the Club for at least the next two seasons and its an exciting prospect as she continues to develop and gain more experience at AFLW level.”
