Richmond has locked in its first team of the 2025 season, preparing to take on the Swans at North Sydney Oval on Friday night.

Excitingly, there will be three Club debutants, headlined by Paige Scott, Montana Beruldsen and Lulu Beatty, who have all been included in the team.

Additionally, Richmond welcomes back Katelyn Cox, who will play her first AFLW game in 649 days after fully recovering from her ACL injury. Maddie Shevlin will also celebrate her 50th game in the clash.

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The backline is made up of Isabel Bacon, Laura McClelland, Cox, Gabby Seymour and Jodie Hicks.

Ellie McKenzie resumes her role in the centre, supported by Shevlin and Kate Dempsey on the wings.

Scott, captain Katie Brennan, Emelia Yassir, Caitlin Greiser and Rebecca Miller complete the forward line.

In the ruck is Poppy Kelly, supported by Beruldsen and reigning Club best and fairest, Monique Conti.

The interchange is made up of Grace Egan, who also returns from injury, alongside Ally Dallaway, Libby Graham, Beatty and Mackenzie Ford.

Draftee Sierra Grieves, new recruit Lauren Brazzale and Charli Wicksteed make up the extended squad as emergencies.

The first bounce of Richmond's 2025 campaign is set for 6.15pm (AEST) at North Sydney Oval against the Swans on Friday night.

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