Kayleigh Cronin (born 10 September 1996) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for Adelaide in the AFL Women's (AFLW). She has previously played for Dr Crokes and County Kerry in the Ladies' Gaelic Football Association.
Cronin is a two-time Ladies' Gaelic Football All-Star, an All-Ireland Senior Championship player, and also has a background in discus.
LGFA career Hailing from Dr Crokes, Cronin was a member of the Kerry County team which won its first All-Ireland Senior Ladies' Football Championship in 31 years when they defeated Galway in the 2024 All-Ireland Senior Final. She also earned her second All-Star selection when she was named in the 2022 Team of the Year.
AFL Women's career Cronin was signed as a rookie by the Adelaide Crows in the AFL Women's in December 2024 following her success in Ireland. She made her debut for the club immediately in 2025, playing in the round one loss to . She played six games during the season, including a crucial defensive role in two finals matches against St Kilda and .
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