The Brisbane Lions AFLW side have named a strong team to face Sydney in their official practice match on Saturday.
The Lions have named Irish recruit Nesaea Dooley and draftee Claudia Wright, who pull on the jumper for the first time as they push their case for a Round 1 debut.
2023 draftee, Rania Crozier has been named on an extended bench alongside Dooley, Wright, Shanae Davison, Eleanor Hartill, Evie Long, Courtney Hodder and Poppy Boltz.
Ellie Hampson was unavailable for selection after being placed in concussion protocols following the Lions match simulation against the Gold Coast SUNS last Friday but is expected to be fit for Round 1.
The Lions return to Brighton Homes Arena for the first time since their Preliminary Final triumph over Adelaide last season.
Entry to Brighton Homes Arena is FREE with fans encouraged get down to the game, the first bounce is from 12:40pm.
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