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State Leadership Role Stuns Star Swan 

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - 1:02 PM
EARNING selection in the Kia WA State side turned into a double celebration for Swan Districts midfielder Jesse Turner.  The 27-year-old has been named vice-captain as he prepares for his second appearance at state level.  “I was extremely happy to be picked to play, and then when the coach told me I had a leadership role it was a proud moment,” Turner said.  “I’ve always Read More ...


WAFL Team of the Week – Round 6

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 - 11:13 PM - by Chris Pike
EAST Fremantle had gun performers down back, up front and in the middle in Saturday's Round 6 WAFL action to help make up just some of the last Team of the Week prior to this Friday's State game. The WAFL will have a general bye this coming weekend for the State game between Western Australia and South Australia with the best of the WAFL and Read More ...


WAFLW Team of the Week – Round 10

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 - 9:42 PM - by Chris Pike
NOT only did teams make statements in Round 10 of the WAFLW but a host of players continued to star too with Courtney Zappara's six goals for Swan Districts, Casey Byrne's five for South Fremantle and Jayme Harken and Matilda Sergeant again amongst the shining lights for Claremont. There were plenty of standout performances across the four games in Round 10 of the WAFLW competition on Read More ...


WA Names Team for State Showdown Against SA

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 - 8:00 PM
Get ready for an electrifying showdown as Western Australia unveils its 23-man squad for the highly anticipated Kia State Game against South Australia at Adelaide Oval on Friday.  East Fremantle’s Matthew Jupp will captain the side, which is looking to reclaim the prestigious Haydn Bunton Cup.  Prepare to witness a thrilling mix of youthful vigor and seasoned expertise as some of our talented players make Read More ...


Veteran Defender Named to Captain State for First Time

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 - 10:00 AM - by Mark Readings
EAST Fremantle skipper Matthew Jupp will lead Western Australia in Friday’s State match against South Australia at the Adelaide Oval. The 29-year-old, who made his state debut last year, has been rewarded with the captaincy after more than a decade in the WAFL and 168 games with the Sharks. “It’s an incredible honour to be given the opportunity to captain my state," Jupp said. “Playing state Read More ...


WAFLW Round 10 Wrap

Monday, May 15, 2023 - 9:33 AM - by Chris Pike
BIG wins for Claremont and South Fremantle saw them shoot further clear on top of the WAFLW following Round 10 which also saw Subiaco and Swan Districts win to consolidate third and fourth place. Things are starting to take shape as the race to the WAFLW finals continues and after Round 10, Claremont is a game clear on top of the ladder, South Fremantle two games Read More ...


WAFL Round 6 Wrap

Monday, May 15, 2023 - 9:19 AM - by Chris Pike
PEEL Thunder has shot to the top of the WAFL heading into the State game break while Claremont pulled off another thrilling win, East Fremantle made a statement against Subiaco, South Fremantle got on the board and West Perth kept its dominance over Perth. It was a fascinating Round 6 of WAFL action before the break this weekend for the State game where the WAFL Read More ...


Score Big for Mental Health: WA Football Teams Gear Up for The Push-Up Challenge in June

Friday, May 12, 2023 - 1:10 PM
Football team rivalry is about to run off-field, with The Push-Up Challenge set to take place in June. The West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) has teamed up with The Push-Up Challenge to ‘push for better’ and raise awareness and funds to support mental health and football clubs across the state. Players, coaches, members, fans, and volunteers are encouraged to get a team together and register Read More ...


2023 Rio Tinto WA Football Volunteer Awards Recognising the Backbone of Our Sport

Friday, May 12, 2023 - 10:12 AM
The West Australian Football Commission and the AFL recognises the contribution volunteers make to our great game every year. In 2023, the WAFC is presenting awards in 10 categories to recognise a group of people who spend countless unpaid hours devoting time to the sport. The WAFC, in conjunction with the AFL, is calling for nominations in the following categories. WA Football Volunteer | recognises an Read More ...


Round 6 WAFL Preview

Friday, May 12, 2023 - 8:48 AM - by Chris Pike
THE last round of the WAFL season before the State game break sees all five matches take place this Saturday with Perth trying to snap its horror run against West Perth on a milestone day for two of their loyal servants. That's just one of five tantalising match ups in Round 6 of the 2023 WAFL season with all five matches taking place on Saturday Read More ...


Round 10 WAFLW Preview

Friday, May 12, 2023 - 8:46 AM - by Chris Pike
ROUND 10 of the 2023 WAFLW season has the last two premiers doing battle with Peel Thunder at home to Claremont while South Fremantle looks to put further pressure on the league-leading Tigers and East Fremantle and Subiaco lock horns over third position. It's set to be a fascinating Round 10 of the WAFLW season with the Tigers looking to get back to winning after Read More ...


Loyalty, dedication rewarded as Sinclair reaches 150

Thursday, May 11, 2023 - 4:59 PM - by Chris Pike
THERE is no greater signal of the professionalism, dedication and love of, and passion for, the Perth Football Club that Michael Sinclair has that he will become the first player to debut this century to become a life member of the Demons. It's a remarkable thing that while a club like West Perth who Perth will host at Mineral Resources Park on Saturday when Sinclair Read More ...


KIA Boosts Support for State Footy

Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 4:50 PM
The West Australian Football Commission and South Australian Football Commission are proud to announce an extension to our ongoing partnerships with Kia Australia as the official naming rights partner for the State Game in 2023 and 2024. This exciting collaboration will see the State Game become the Kia State Game, showcasing the world-class talent and passion for the game that Western Australia and South Australia Read More ...


WAFLW Premiership Captain a Dream for Sharks Milestone Midfielder

Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 3:48 PM - by Mark Readings
EAST Fremantle WAFLW Captain Ashleigh Gomes is about to play her 100th League match, but more than ever she’s driven by team success. Gomes feels privileged to reach the milestone on a special day for the club. “I've had a couple of celebrations over the past two years but to finally hit 100 matches at one club is significant and I’m forever grateful for the Read More ...


WA Teenage Quartet to Represent Australia U18 Team

Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 2:02 PM
Four of WA’s most talented draft-age footballers will represent the Australia under 18 team as the 2023 AFL Academy Boys play Carlton’s VFL team at Marvel Stadium on Saturday. Riley Hardeman from Swan Districts, Koltyn Tholstrup from Subiaco, Daniel Curtin from Claremont and Peel Thunder’s Mitchell Edwards have been named in the squad. The match will be played as a curtain-raiser to the Round 9 Read More ...