Scott Gowans says the North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos have wasted no time preparing for its introduction into the AFLW with time always against them.

“From the moment we finalised our playing list, we hit the ground running. With the clock working against us, and only having limited training opportunities before our first game, every session had to count,” Gowans told North Media at the club’s official season launch at the State Library of Victoria on Monday night.

“Together, we’ve worked on turning a list of 30 individuals, into a team that is both resilient and strong.

“We have strived to create an inclusive learning environment, where our staff, players and coaches, feel valuable and can have a sense of belonging and worth.”

With a little more than a week until North takes on Carlton in Hobart, Gowans says he has taken time to reflect on the work that’s been done to date.

"This is a historical moment for both the club and our team,” he said.

“Three months ago, I saw the girls run out at training for the very first time, and it blew me away.

“Since that first training session, these women have worked incredibly hard and have been selfless in their collaborative pursuit toward greatness.

“Countless hours have been spent in the gym and the girls have had to work around busy schedules, professional commitments, and family.”

Gowans says the players are excited to rise to the challenge.

“We are aware that coming into the competition in its third year can pose difficulties. But true to the club values, we will show our Shinboner Spirit and follow the footsteps of the men’s side,” Gowans stated.

“We will not let those circumstances define us and we will take our learnings into the competition.

“We won’t settle on simply having a team, but on being THE team to beat – because nothing else would be acceptable for this great club.

“We are forever trailblazers and that brings a huge responsibility to set standards, culture, and performance.

“We can’t wait to see how all of this pays off when we run out for the first time in North Hobart in the royal blue and white stripes.

“Our time is now.”