Maria Rioli

[caesar]

Hadn't heard much about Maria Rioli this year, but found an article and a couple of highlights, she is 18 already so not sure if she is keen to come to Melbourne and play for the Tige's or not, I thought she may have been eligible this year?

'She certainly does have the similarities' - Rioli following in family footsteps

Richmond father-daughter prospect Maria Rioli produced an eye-catching performance for the Allies against Vic Metro at the recent AFLW U18 Girls Championships. Rioli showed why many consider her to be...

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https://www.tiktok.com/video/7251458498951744770

 

[bugsy]

Something very very special there!

Not sure what the process required is but Maria would be such an asset to our AFLW side.

Make it happen please!

 

[mrposhman]

I'm pretty sure I read she was eligible for the draft this year. The 2 drafts last year (and earlier this year) she wasn't eligible for, so I reckon she will be eligible this year. 1 game from Maurice made her a father / daughter so we will get her, just not sure how the bidding process etc works for the AFLW.

 

[Mr Brightside]

Wow , obviously no need to compare her to MJ , however looks a much more natural footballer