It's not the size of the dog in the fight...

Pocket rocket Ellie Blackburn in action for the Western Bulldogs. Photo: Adam Trafford/AFL Media

It was a big win to the Western Bulldogs that kicked off their 2018 AFLW season. Ellie Blackburn, above, played no small part with 23 disposals, 7 marks and a goal.

She is not only a great footy player, but from my experience working with her last year, she's great fun, a good sport and humble to boot. Check her out in this episode of Straight Shootin' with Dane Swan.