West Coast Eagles star midfielder Ella Roberts has been named in the AFL Players’ Association’s 2026 22Under22 extended squad, for the fifth consecutive season.
The squad recognises the competition's best emerging players aged 22 and under, with fans now given the opportunity to vote for the final team.
Roberts has been included in the 22Under22 squad in every season since her League debut, and she was named captain of last year’s final team.
The 21-year-old Peel Thunder product once again shone in 2026, averaging 21.7 touches, 5.8 tackles and a career-high five clearances for the season.
Roberts produced an inspiring performance in round five against Brisbane, notching up an incredible 34 touches and 11 clearances, both career-bests.
She was awarded her second Derby Medal for her outstanding performance in the Eagles’ historic victory over Fremantle in round eight and finished sixth in the League for centre clearances.
The AFLPA's 22Under22, presented by Intrepid, is a fan-voted team that celebrates the best young talent across the competition and fans can now vote for their preferred final team.
Voting closes at 11:59pm AEST on Thursday, November 12.
The final AFLPA 22Under22 team will be unveiled at 12pm AEST on Thursday, November 19.
