The Western Bulldogs are pleased to announce that AFLW head coach Tam Hyett will remain at the helm until at least the end of the 2027 NAB AFLW Season.

Hyett joined the Bulldogs in February 2024, marking the start of a new AFLW chapter. 

Coaching a refreshed and relatively inexperienced Bulldogs side, Hyett oversaw four wins in her first season to finish 12th on the ladder.

Despite significant injuries, her side’s strong finish was powered by a clear gameplan and individual player development.

Bulldogs President Kylie Watson-Wheeler said the club was thrilled to extend Hyett’s tenure given what she has already achieved in the role. 

“As we looked to reset our W program we needed someone who could unite and inspire a program that had undergone significant change in recent years,” Watson-Wheeler said. 

“Tam’s vision for how our team should compete has clearly resonated with the playing group and we’re already seeing that translate into positive results on field.

“We’re excited by the progress to date and have high hopes about where Tam can take this group.”

Hyett said she was excited by the opportunity and grateful for the trust placed in her.

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Tam Hyett | "Excited with my own development"

Our AFLW Senior Coach discusses her two-year extension.

“I’m really excited and really happy that the board and powers that be have shown confidence to extend me for another couple of years,” she said. 

“We have a really exciting group so I look forward to seeing not only what we can continue to achieve this year, but in years to come as well.

“I’ve been really lucky to have some really good people around me that have assisted me in my own growth. I think that’s the exciting thing, not just for me but for our coaching group as well, that we can grow with the playing group. 

“We’ve only just scratched the surface, so I can’t wait to see what we can achieve in the next two years.”

Bulldogs CEO Ameet Bains said the impact Hyett has made since arriving at the Kennel was undeniable. 

“Under her guidance and coaching, our AFLW team has made great progress while retaining a fierce hunger to get better and develop further,” Bains said. 

“Clearly Tam has earned the trust of our players and coaches and formed strong bonds across the entire organisation which is testament to her excellent character and leadership.”

The Bulldogs kicked off their 2025 campaign by honouring the pioneers and trailblazers who paved the way for AFLW, before enjoying a 21-point win over Richmond last weekend.