The Seven Network’s Daisy Pearce has earned the prestigious Best Opinion/Analysis Award at the 2021 AFMA Awards announced on Tuesday night.
In a category open to print and broadcast media, the AFMA committee judged Pearce displayed “the most impactful and articulate opinion and analysis” in her commentary across Seven’s AFL and AFLW coverage.
Pearce is currently in quarantine in Western Australia preparing for the networks coverage of the AFL Grand Final.
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The AFMA committee commented:
“Daisy speaks directly to the audience, providing insightful analysis of the game. She is natural and engaging and can dissect game plans and strategies in a concise and easy-to-digest manner. Daisy’s football knowledge is incredible and she leaves viewers with a better appreciation of the game.
The AFL industry awards also named Fox Footy commentator Anthony Hudson as the Best TV Match Caller, while Seven’s Brian Taylor received a commendable mention in the same category.
Entrants were judged on colour/flair, accuracy, use of the language and an ability to marry the words with the pictures.
Anthony’s commentary, in yet another difficult year for AFL commentators due to COVID protocols, delivered high-energy broadcasts to match the level of the occasions in stadia far from the commentary booth in Victoria.
Hudson’s undeniable flair, always adding value to the pictures and never interrupting the rhythm of the game, and his effortless use of language made him a standout in a high quality group of entrants.
Managing Director Seven Melbourne and Head of Network Sport, Lewis Martin, said:
“On behalf of everyone at Seven, I’m rapt to congratulate Daisy on winning the AFMA’s Best Opinion/Analysis Award. It is a huge honour, but one that is thoroughly deserved.
“Daisy brings the same incredible passion, drive and footy smarts to her commentary that she has displayed for so long as one of the AFLW’s foundation superstars.
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