Published: February 28, 2019
The first woman to play under the rule says her historic appearance for Carlton is part of the evolution of the league
The father-son rule has been a staple of the AFL for generations, helping to secure sons – and sometimes grandsons – for generational loyalty. As the AFLW continues its steady growth, it is a natural progression that the daughters of former players are now expanding this family tradition.
When 18-year-old Abbie McKay ran out onto GMHBA Stadium last weekend, she made history as being one half of AFLW’s first father-daughter team. Her father, Andrew, was part of the Blues’ dream squad of the 1990s, winning a premiership in 1995 and only just recently stepping down as the club’s head of football.
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