Carlton secured its first victory in the lead-up to the inaugural AFL Women's competition, defeating Melbourne 8.4.52 to 1.3.9 at Ikon Park on Saturday.

It was the Blues' first AFLW practice match ahead of their season opener against Collingwood at Olympic Park Oval on 3 February.

Match report

Check out a selection of Carlton Media's photos below:



Out we come! (Photo: Carlton Media)



The team comes together for the first time. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Gabriella Pounds fends off an opponent. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Lauren Arnell and Bianca Jakobsson (No.35) congratulate goalscorer Darcy Vescio. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Alison Brown. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Breann Moody. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Lauren Brazzale. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Sarah Last. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Captain Lauren Arnell marks strongly. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Nat Exon doesn't allow her opponent an inch. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Nat Exon. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Sarah Hosking. (Photo: Carlton Media)



Gabriella Pound (No.6) is mobbed by teammates Lauren Arnell and Lauren Brazzale (No.12). (Photo: Carlton Media)