Mary Hubeek back for Essendon Royals

Mary Hubeek hopes to terrorise defences once again for the Essendon Royals, having recommitted to the club for its upcoming Victorian Premier League Women’s campaign.

Hubeek was a dominant force for the Royals in 2022.

She contributed to 32 goals – scoring 20 and assisting 12 – to help the Royals earn promotion from State League 1 and ascension into the second-top division in Victoria.

A tireless runner, Hubeek is the very definition of defending from the front, with her incredible work rate and bravery in the tackle crucial to Coach Vince Battiato’s high press.

Hubeek – who is also an outstanding futsal player – will hope her eye for goal remains as sharp as ever in 2023 as she looks to help the Royals make their mark in the VPLW.

Hubeek joins a growing list of promotion-winning players who have already committed to the club, following on from Marie Rampal and her fellow Golden Boot winner, Rachel Alonso.

Stay tuned for more exciting women’s football announcements!