Ash Centra is a generational talent redefining what’s possible in AFLW. Selected with the No. 1 pick in the 2024 National Draft, Centra arrived at Collingwood with a reputation for elite ball use, composure, and creativity - qualities she showcased immediately with a goal from her first kick and the now-iconic “Centra Bounce,” a behind-the-back move that’s gone viral across the AFL world.

Raised in Seaspray, Victoria, Centra’s football journey began with Gippsland Power and Vic Country, where she earned All-Australian honours and averaged 27.7 disposals in her final junior season. Her standout 47-disposal, 4-goal performance in Round 15 cemented her status as the draft’s top prospect.

Centra plays primarily through the midfield and half-back, with the versatility to impact contests across all lines. Her decision-making and vision under pressure have drawn comparisons to other stars, and her influence extends beyond the field - setting new standards for creativity, humility, and leadership in the women’s game.

Off the field, Centra is grounded and focused. She grew up in a sporting family, with a twin brother and younger sister, and spent her early years involved in surf lifesaving along Victoria’s coast. Known for her quiet intensity, she often prepares for games through music and reflection.

Signed with Collingwood until at least the end of 2027, Centra represents the future of AFLW: bold, composed, and unapologetically original.

Drafted from: Gippsland Power (NAB League Girls) / Vic Country — No. 1 pick, 2024 AFLW National Draft