Inaugural Don Maddy Prespakis has been recognised for her outstanding 2026 campaign, earning selection in this year's 44-player All-Australian squad.

Prespakis' inclusion comes off the back of one of her most consistent seasons to date, with the star midfielder featuring in all 12 games and producing impressive numbers throughout the year.

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AFLW Rd 8 | Prespakis powers Bombers home with monster outing

Maddy Prespakis racks up 35 disposals and a goal in a superb all-round display to help steer Essendon to its first win of the season.

The selection marks Prespakis' fifth All-Australian squad inclusion and her second since joining the Bombers ahead of their inaugural AFLW season in 2022.

Despite a challenging year for the side, Prespakis continued to lead from the front, delivering standout performances and establishing herself as one of the competition's most prolific ball-winners.

The midfielder recorded 30 or more disposals in 10 of her 12 appearances, highlighting her remarkable consistency across the campaign.

Prespakis reached a career-high 38 disposals in round six against the Gold Coast Suns, before matching that tally in round 11 against Hawthorn.

She was equally influential in Darwin's Dreamtime clash, thriving in the sweltering conditions to finish with a game-high 32 disposals and two goals in an impressive individual display.

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Dreamtime in Darwin | 'She is everywhere': Magnificent Maddy dominates early with first double

Maddy Prespakis fires the opening two majors and shows her tackling prowess in a scintillating term.

Her ability to consistently win possession and impact contests remained a standout feature of her season, with the midfielder continuing to set the standard through her work rate and competitiveness.

Having now reached 90 AFLW games, Prespakis continues to build an impressive career in the competition, with her latest recognition further cementing her standing among the league's elite midfielders.

The final 21-player All-Australian team will be announced at the W Awards following the conclusion of the 2026 NAB AFLW Finals Series.