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Could Willem Duursma emulate Harley Reid's derby heroics?

AFLCommentsPremiumExciting Eagles teen Duursma tipped for dynamic derby debut

Two years ago, it was Harley Reid who used the grand stage of the western derby to stamp himself as an AFL star now, West Coast’s other No.1 draftee, Willem Duursma, has a chance to follow in his footsteps

Mitchell Woodcock

Perth proved too strong.

WAFLCommentsPremiumDemons snatch dramatic one-point win over Peel Thunder

It wasn’t a pretty one to watch but Perth took the four points in a dour affair by one point at Lane Group Stadium.

Jack Penniment

Claremont's Declan Mountford celebrates a goal against South Fremantle.

WAFLCommentsPremiumTigers now the team to beat after ending Dogs winning streak

Claremont can lay claim to being the new premiership favourites, after ending South Fremantle’s incredible 17-game winning streak with a thrilling five-point victory.

Mitchell Woodcock

William Reidy celebrates a goal

WAFLCommentsPremiumReidy upstages Keitel as Swans earn first win

Swan Districts are on the board in 2026 as William Reidy’s four goals rained on Tyler Keitel’s 200-game parade at Steel Blue Oval.

Jake Santa Maria

There’s no love lost between Subiaco and West Coast.

WAFLCommentsPremiumLions sink claws into Eagles with cheeky WAFL ad

There’s no love lost between Subiaco and West Coast, with the Lions taking a firm jab at their WAFL rivals ahead of Sunday’s clash.

Aaron Kirby

West Perth forward Tyler Keitel is preparing for his 200th WAFL game.

WAFL 2026CommentsPremiumKeitel ready to fly for Falcons in milestone match

For more than a decade, Tyler Keitel’s heart has bled true for the red and the blue, with the West Perth forward set to join an exclusive club today.

Mitchell Woodcock

South Fremantle captain Chad Pearson is one of six Bulldogs to play in all 17 consecutive victories.

WAFL 2026CommentsPremiumModern day Dogs look to cement themselves in club history

Craig White’s South Fremantle are looking to break a 72-year record by claiming an 18th consecutive victory in their top-of-the-table clash against Claremont on Saturday. SEE FULL TEAMS HERE

Mitchell Woodcock

Shane Nelson has been sensationally dropped by the Falcons.

WAFL CommentsPremiumFalcons shock! Veteran dropped despite 32-disposal game

West Perth have sensationally axed veteran midfielder Shane Nelson as they prepare to celebrate forward Tyler Keitel’s milestone 200th game against Swan Districts on Saturday.

Mitchell Woodcock

A player-of-the-match return from injury is just the start of what South Fremantle midfield star Matthew Parker wants to achieve in 2026.

WAFLCommentsPremiumBulldogs star Parker declares he’s entering his ‘prime’

South Fremantle midfield star Matthew Parker is not content with a flag, declaring he’s just walking into his ‘prime time’.

Aaron Kirby

Jack Mayo and Josh Robbins celebrate a goal for Subiaco

WAFLCommentsPremiumGrowing pains part of the plan for Schofield’s Lions

There are glimpses of what Subiaco can become in Jarrad Schofield’s second tenure as coach, but he says the finished product is still a work in progress.

Jack Penniment

Cooper Stephens (left) has accepted a one-match ban

WAFLCommentsPremiumStephens out of Sandover race after accepting ban

One of the favourites for the Sandover Medal race has dropped out of the running after East Perth accepted Cooper Stephens’ ban for striking.

Jake Santa Maria

Cooper Stephens celebrates with teammates after kicking his first goal for the club in round one against Subiaco.

WAFLPremiumSandover hopeful Cooper Stephens offered one match ban

Sandover medal hopeful Cooper Stephens has been offered a one match ban for striking.

Jack Penniment

East Freo’s Liam Robinson.

WAFLCommentsPremiumNext gen helping Sharks rediscover bite

East Fremantle coach Bill Monaghan hopes the next generation of Sharks can lead the club back up the food chain following a gutsy first win of the season at the weekend.

Jack Penniment

Jack Williams is confident an AFL chance will come soon if he continues his strong form in the WAFL.

AFLCommentsYoung Eagle pressing his claim for spot in senior side

A young West Coast tall forward says the competition for places among their key position players is driving each of them to improve.

Josh Kempton

Jack Williams was impressive in West Coast’s WAFL win over West Perth.

AFLCommentsPremiumAFL Watch: Young forward, veteran defender shine in WAFL

A pair of West Coast’s fringe key position players shone as they stunned West Perth in the WAFL on Sunday, while an out-of-favour veteran also impressed. Here’s how all 12 AFL-listed Eagles performed.

Josh Kempton

Jeremy Sharp had a day out for Peel.

AFLCommentsPremiumWingman takes game to another level in Peel Thunder defeat

Fremantle wingman Jeremy Sharp showed he can be a goal-kicking midfielder after a starring role for Peel Thunder. Here’s how the Dockers-listed stars went in the WAFL.

Mitchell Woodcock

Ollie Eastland was full of praise for Mason Cox.

AFLVideoCommentsINSIDE STORY: The latest chapter in Cox’s remarkable career

Mason Cox is firming for a western derby club debut at Fremantle, just another chapter in one of the sport’s most remarkable stories. 

Mitchell Woodcock

West Coast have broken through for their first win of the WAFL season.

WAFLPremiumFast-finishing Eagles overcome inaccurate Falcons

A fast-finishing West Coast have made West Perth pay for an inaccurate day in front of goal, storming home to claim their first win of the WAFL season by 15 points.

Josh Kempton

Zac Mainwaring is learning his craft as a midfielder at Claremont.

WAFLCommentsPremiumSon of an AFL great takes next step in WAFL evolution

Zac Mainwaring has long been one of the WAFL’s most dangerous small forwards - yet a move to the midfield could prove to be the key to unlocking Claremont’s premiership aspirations in 2026.

Mitchell Woodcock

Cooper Stephens has stepped up for East Perth in Hamish Brayshaw's absence.

WAFL CommentsPremiumThe ‘new recruit’ filling Brayshaw’s shoes for the Royals

East Perth forward Mitchell Schofield has singled out the man who has stepped up in the absence of star Hamish Brayshaw as the Royals overcame another slow start to defeat Swan Districts.

Jake Santa Maria

Liam Robinson kicking a goal for East Fremantle

WAFLCommentsPremiumSharks steal victory from Lions’ grasp

East Fremantle have reversed their early-season woe by kicking a goal in the dying minutes to snatch a victory off Subiaco. 

Jack Penniment

Peel’s Brandon Walker tackles Claremont forward Alec Waterman.

WAFL 2026CommentsPremiumTigers claw their way to tense win against stacked Thunder

Claremont have won a war of attrition against a stacked Peel Thunder, digging deep in a tense final term to claim a tense 11-point victory.

Mitchell Woodcock

Royal Mitchell Schofield led the way.

WAFLCommentsPremiumRoyals leave it late to down plucky Swans

East Perth have survived a first-half ambush from Swan Districts as a stunning return from Mitchell Schofield led them to victory at Sullivan Logistics Stadium

Jake Santa Maria

Matthew Parker made a strong return from injury.

WAFLCommentsPremiumParker’s perfect return as Bulldogs hang flag with win

It was ugly, but South Fremantle has celebrated the hanging of their 2025 flag with a blowout victory over a lacklustre Perth at Fremantle Community Bank Oval.

Aaron Kirby