Piper Window
{{Short description|Australian rules footballer (born 2005)}}
{{Infobox AFL biography
| name = Piper Window
| image =
| caption =
| fullname = Piper Window
| birth_date = 30 July 2005
| originalteam = Glenelg (SANFLW)
| draftpick = No. 19, 2023 AFL Women's draft
| debutdate = 2024
| debutteam = Port Adelaide
| height = 166 cm
| position = Midfielder
| currentclub = Port Adelaide
| guernsey = 4
| years1 = 2024–
| games_goals1 = 14 (–)
| statsend = the 2024 season
}}
Piper Window (born 30 July 2005) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Port Adelaide in the AFL Women's (AFLW). A strong and versatile midfielder, Window was selected by Port Adelaide with pick No. 19 in the 2023 AFLW Draft.
Early life and junior career
Growing up in South Australia, Window was a talented multi-sport athlete. She competed in netball, volleyball, athletics, surf lifesaving and swimming, earning a reputation as a hard-working and determined competitor from a young age. Her football journey began with Glenelg Football Club in the SANFL Women's League, where she quickly rose through the ranks.
In 2023, she captained South Australia at the AFLW Under‑18 National Championships and was named in the All-Australian team for her standout performances. Her leadership and consistency made her one of the top midfield prospects in the country heading into the draft.{{cite web |title=Piper Window – Draft Profile |url=https://sanfl.com.au/draft-pick/piper-window/ |website=SANFL |access-date=2025-06-18}}
SANFLW career
Window enjoyed a breakout year in 2023 with Glenelg, winning the SANFLW Best & Fairest, Breakthrough Player award, and Coaches Award. Across the season, she averaged over 20 disposals, 6 clearances, and 4 inside 50s per game. One of her best performances saw her tally 29 disposals and kick 3 goals.{{cite web |title=Piper Window is heading to Port Adelaide |url=https://glenelgfc.com.au/news/piper-window-is-heading-to-port-adelaide/ |website=Glenelg FC |access-date=2025-06-18}}
AFLW career
Window was Port Adelaide’s first selection in the 2023 AFLW Draft, taken with pick No. 19 overall. She debuted in the 2024 season and played every game (14), helping the club reach its first AFLW finals series. Her consistent effort in midfield became a highlight throughout the year.{{cite web |title=Piper Window Player Profile |url=https://www.portadelaidefc.com.au/players/aflw/13680 |website=Port Adelaide FC |access-date=2025-06-18}}
Statistics
Statistics are correct as of the end of the 2024 AFLW season, sourced from **AFLW Stats**:
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! Season !! Club !! Games !! Disposals (avg) !! Tackles (avg) !! Clearances (avg) !! Inside 50s (avg) | ||||||
| 2024 | Port Adelaide | 14 | 10.0 | 6.3 | 1.0 | 0.9 |
Window ranked among Port Adelaide’s top midfielders in 2024 with consistent disposal and tackle counts.{{cite web |title=Piper Window AFLW Stats |url=https://aflwstats.com.au/players/2029 |website=AFLW Stats |access-date=2025-06-18}}
Playing style
Known for her speed, endurance, and contested work, Window operates primarily in midfield but can push forward and score. Her athleticism—enhanced by her elite junior sports background—shows in her ability to cover ground, win clearances, and apply defensive pressure.
Personal life
Window comes from a strong football lineage—her great-grandfather Clarrie Window, grandfather Gary Window, and father Peter Window all played SANFL football. Her brother Hunter also plays at senior level for Glenelg.{{cite web |title=Piper Window Feature Article |url=https://www.portadelaidefc.com.au/news/1554895/piper-windo |website=Port Adelaide FC |access-date=2025-06-18}} Off the field, she continues to pursue athletic interests, including swimming and surf lifesaving, and finished second in the junior Bay Sheffield sprint.