AFL Media has assessed which player from each team enjoyed a breakout 2025 AFLW campaign, as a number of players elevated their game to a new level during the season.

After a standout year, Isabel Bacon has been recognised as the Tigers' breakout player, with AFL Media writing:

"The Sandringham Dragons product took another big stride forward at the Tigers in 2025, playing all 12 matches this season.

"While Bacon's raw numbers don't exactly jump off the page, her defensive pressure and ability to play through the midfield or across half-back makes her a promising player for the Tigers.

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Isabel Bacon wastes no time for the Tigers, streaming through to nail the game’s first goal in style.

"A hard-worker with explosive speed, endurance and power, Bacon's versatility means she is often called upon to plug holes or try to create something different for Richmond.

"The young gun could be in line for an increased midfield role next season after Grace Egan's departure, or as more of a distributor out of defence pending how the Tigers swing the magnets."