AFLW Star Mia Austin Honors Late Cousin Ben Austin
Mia Austin, a forward for Carlton, delivered an emotional tribute to her late cousin Ben Austin following a goal in the Blues’ decisive victory over West Coast on Saturday. The Blues won by 41 points to secure a spot in the semi-finals, but the moment widely remembered was Austin’s goal at the three-quarter time siren.
Emotional Goal Celebration
Austin, who missed the previous West Coast game, took a strong mark and kicked the goal before being embraced by her teammates. Tears were visible as she mourned her cousin Ben during the celebration.
“Your heart breaks with this vision doesn’t it?” Abbey Holmes remarked on Channel 7. “You can see how much this means to Mia Austin ... just the teammates, it gives me goosebumps looking at that vision, just the love and support that has been shown there.”
Tragic Passing of Ben Austin
Ben Austin, aged 17, tragically died the previous week after being hit by a cricket ball while warming up for a T20 match. The event has deeply affected the Austin family and those close to them.
“A moment of great poignancy on the three-quarter time siren. It has been such a challenging time for the Austin family following the tragic passing of young Ben in the cricket training accident,” said Alister Nicholson.
Summary
Mia Austin’s heartfelt goal celebration paid moving tribute to her late cousin Ben, reflecting the close support within the team and the community during a difficult time.