Swans Player Loves Her Name

The article is written by Marnie Vinall.

It is about the AFL Women's.

It was published on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, at 6:40 am.

It was updated on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, at 7:21 am.

Zippy Fish was picked fifth in the 2024 national draft.

Zippy Fish is a young star player for the Sydney Swans.

Zippy Fish said people often ask about her name. She said it is actually her name.

Zippy thought her name would be a big deal when she joined the AFLW.

Zippy loves her name. Her full name is Zipporah, but everyone calls her Zippy.

Zippy played very well in her first game. She had 26 touches.

Zippy Fish is known for running fast and playing well.

She is also known for being a nice person.

In her first interview, Zippy said she does not get nervous.

Zippy got a new nickname, 'Zippy Ya Ya'.

Her teammate Imogen Brown gave her the nickname.

Imogen puts 'Ya Ya' at the end of everyone's name.

Fans made a shirt with 'Zippy Ya Ya' on it.

Zippy's teammate bought the shirt.

The team had a game where they had to wear funny shirts.

Zippy never had to wear the shirt.

Zippy is happy to play for the Swans, but she misses home.

Zippy is from a small town in Western Australia.

She had to move to Sydney when she was a teenager.

Zippy said it was hard to move, but it helped her grow.

Zippy won an award for being a great new player.

Zippy played in the WAFL before joining the Swans.

She played with other girls who are now in the AFLW.

Zippy said the WAFL prepared her well for the AFLW.

Zippy knew what to expect when she joined the AFLW.

What can we expect from Zippy this season?

Zippy said she will play the same as last year.

Zippy wants to run and kick goals. She will have fun.

Zippy will play for Australia in a game against Ireland.

Zippy will play with another Swans player, Chloe Molloy.

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