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Another Banfield makes his mark for the Eagles
AFL Draft prospect Harper Banfield was grateful to become the latest member of his family to don the blue and gold when he stepped out for West Coast’s WAFL side late last month. The Claremont product, coming off a strong AFL National Under-18s Championships campaign for WA, made his senior WAFL debut against…
10 Things we Learned: Double delight for Swans, TK the fine wine, Fin-tastic form and more
We take a look at the biggest talking points across the Sullivan Logistics WAFL, ATCO WAFLW and EGT WAFL Colts competitions in our weekly column Double delight for Black Ducks Swan Districts are the first team through to the ATCO WAFLW Grand Final after a heart-stopping one-point win over…
Swans through to WAFLW decider, Sharks stay alive
Swan Districts are the first team through to the ATCO WAFLW Grand Final after a heart-stopping one-point win over reigning champs Claremont in Sunday’s Second Semi Final at Steel Blue Oval. The minor premiers prevailed in a see-sawing epic with Shaya Yarran kicking the match-winning point with a little over…
10 players to watch as ATCO WAFLW finals kick off
With ATCO WAFLW finals kicking off this week, we take a look at some of the most important names who are set to have a big impact on their team’s premiership hopes. Jaime Henry (Swan Districts) The Swan Districts ball magnet has been the best and most consistent player…
Demons star Shannon gets AFLW lifeline
Perth star Isabella Shannon has been rewarded for a dominant ATCO WAFLW season with a second chance in the AFLW. The former St Kilda midfielder was snapped up by West Coast this week as an injury replacement player. Shannon impressed in her second season at the Demons, averaging more than…
ATCO WAFLW Finals Series Roars To Life
A Grand Final re-match and a showdown between traditional rivals sets the scene for a huge opening week of the ATCO WAFLW Finals Series. Minor premiers Swan Districts host Claremont at Steel Blues Oval on Sunday in the Second Semi Final at 11.45am while the blockbuster double header finishes with a First…
WAFL teams Round 18: Draft prospects to debut, luckless Docker to make long-awaited return
A pair of AFL Academy members and AAMI WA Football State 18s teammates will make their senior debut in Round 18 of Sullivan Logistics WAFL action. Under-18s All-Australian ruck Benji van Rooyen will becoming the third van Rooyen brother to play senior footy for Claremont when he takes the field…
Nominations open for 2026 WA Football Facility of the Year Award
Nominations for the 2026 WA Football Facility of the Year Award are now open. Now in its fourth year, the annual award recognises best practice in community football facility development across the State. The award aims to promote and celebrate the provision of well positioned, welcoming, accessible, fit for purpose…
300 Game Milestone Exceeds McCaw’s Expectations
Experienced whistleblower Rob McCaw becomes the second WAFL Field Umpire this season to reach 300 games when he officiates Saturday’s match between Perth and Peel Thunder at Mineral Resources Park. It is a remarkable achievement for someone who never anticipated such a long career in the role. “It’s special and…
Top WA Talent Invited To Telstra AFLW Draft Combine
Seven West Australians have been given the chance to display their talent at the upcoming 2026 Telstra AFLW Draft Combines. Perth’s Mia Carlshausen, along with West Perth pair Cara Dziegielewski and Lex Strachan have been invited to the AFLW Draft Combine, while East Perth’s Charli Bassett, Claremont’s India Bonadeo, Tahlee…
Acknowledgement of Country
WA Football acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the many lands across Western Australia where we train, play, and come together through football. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all First Nations people. We recognise the deep and continuing contribution First Nations peoples make to our game and our communities.