Collingwood foundation player Stacey Livingstone has announced her AFLW retirement, saying it's bitter-sweet to say goodbye.
Livingstone will line up for the Magpies one final time in Saturday's season-ending clash with Melbourne at Ikon Park.
Collingwood sit last on the table with a 1-9 record, and only a win over Melbourne will give them a chance to avoid the wooden spoon.
Livingstone joined the Pies for the AFLW's inaugural campaign in 2017, playing alongside current vice-captains Brittany Bonnici and Ruby Schleicher.
The 36-year-old has notched 76 games across nine seasons, including every home-and-away match this year.
The full back had a career average of 9.2 disposals and kicked her first AFLW goal in the Pies' 2024 season opener against Sydney.
"I'd like to thank all the players, coaches and staff I have crossed paths with throughout my time at Collingwood," Livingstone said in a statement.
"I have formed lifelong friendships and memories that I will cherish forever.
"Being at Collingwood since the beginning, this program has become my family and I'll always support the team and its future.
"It's bitter-sweet to say goodbye, but I'm honoured to have been part of the journey. I'm grateful for all the memories made wearing the number 12 jumper."
The ninth-placed Demons sit half a win behind Essendon, and will be desperate to beat the Magpies in order to give themselves a chance of snaring a finals berth.
