While players, coaches and umpires often steal the spotlight, cheer squads are the volunteers who work tirelessly to help create the atmosphere that makes the AFL special.
Dedicated volunteers spend countless hours creating banners, cheering their hearts out and supporting their club through the rollercoaster that is a season.
While every club has volunteers working behind the scenes, these cheer squads stand out. One thing is certain: AFL cheer squads are the heartbeat of the game as they travel across the country and stand behind their clubs through the highs and lows.
Here is the ranking of AFL cheer squads:
3Essendon
No question here. The Bombers cheer squad have been through agony with Essendon not winning a final since 2004, yet they continue to show up every week. Their loyalty is unmatched. How many banners they will need before creating their next grand final banner remains one of the AFL's greatest mysteries.
