Jaimi Tabb has capped off an outstanding 2025 campaign by claiming her maiden Western Bulldogs VFLW Best and Fairest award.
The 24-year-old midfielder, who finished runner-up in 2024, was one of the Bulldogs’ most consistent and influential performers this season.
Averaging 13.9 disposals, 11 kicks and eight tackles, Tabb’s ability to impact contests while covering the ground made her a reliable presence in the red, white and blue.
Her influence was felt far beyond the stat sheet, even stepping up as stand-in captain for the Bulldogs’ clash with Geelong in Round 10 and showcasing her natural leadership qualities.
Polling 108 votes on the night, her count was highlighted by a standout Round 11 performance, where she amassed an exceptional 16 votes.
Tabb also collected both the Trainers’ Award and the Players’ Award on the night.
Sarah Sansonetti fell just short of the top honour with 107 votes, while rising talent Jorja Livingstone rounded out the top three with 93 votes.
Livingstone’s impressive second year in Bulldogs’ colours earned her the Best Young Player award.
Mali McLeod’s consistency and team-first mindset were also celebrated, named the recipient of the Coaches’ Award.
The night was a celebration of a playing group whose courage, commitment and team spirit embodied the red, white and blue all throughout their 2025 bid.
Votes were awarded after each match, with the senior coach and three assistants allocating 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 to the best players on the day.
2025 VFLW Best & Fairest
Jaimi Tabb
2025 VFLW Best & Fairest runner-up
Sarah Sansonetti
2025 VFLW Best & Fairest third place
Jorja Livingstone
2025 Trainers Award
Jaimi Tabb
2025 Players’ Award
Jaimi Tabb
2025 Best Young Player
Jorja Livingstone
2025 Coaches' Award
Mali McLeod
