Emelia Yassir is a tenacious, high-impact player whose game thrives on pressure, precision, and clutch moments. Drafted by Richmond with pick 16 in 2021, she quickly earned the club’s Best First-Year Player award and has since become a fixture in the Tigers’ AFLW lineup.

Known for her elite foot skills and defensive grit, Yassir has a knack for turning momentum - booting match-winning goals against the Suns, West Coast, and Geelong, and delivering standout performances in finals and marquee matches. Her Round 7 Rising Star nomination in 2023 highlighted her growing influence across the competition.

Off the field, Yassir is proudly Lebanese-Australian and a vocal advocate for inclusion and representation in sport. Her journey from Calder Cannons to AFLW stardom reflects resilience and leadership, inspiring young athletes from diverse backgrounds to chase elite pathways.

Yassir’s re-signing with Richmond through 2025 signals her long-term value to the club—not just as a player, but as a culture-setter and ambassador for the next generation.

Drafted from: Calder Cannons (NAB League Girls) — No. 16 pick, 2021 AFLW National Draft