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Eagles coach Andrew McQualter expressed his frustration at the WAFL’s team-naming policy last week.

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Eagles exemption: WAFL rules changed amid Mini’s frustration

A public complaint from Eagles coach Andrew McQualter has led to West Coast being granted special permission to delay the naming of their WAFL side to a day later than standard league protocol. 

Mitchell Woodcock

Mason Cox returned to Peel Thunder against West Perth on Saturday.

AFLCommentsPremiumAFL WATCH: How Cox fared in WAFL return

Mason Cox returned to the WAFL on Saturday, figuring as one of 18 AFL-listed players to feature between Peel Thunder’s league and reserves sides against West Perth. Here’s how they all fared.

Josh Kempton

The Eagles lost to East Perth as Clay Hall featured in a wing.

AFLCommentsPremiumAFL WATCH: Eagles’ mature bodies star but Grego shines

West Coast were left to rue horrid goal kicking as they went down to East Perth. Here’s how ever Eagles-listed player fared.

Aaron Kirby

Jeremy Sharp could become the first Peel Thunder player since 2008 to win the Sandover Medal.

WAFLCommentsPremiumSandover Sharp? How fringe Docker could create WAFL history

No Peel Thunder player has claimed the WAFL’s highest individual honour in the 13 years since their alignment with Fremantle came into effect — but a fringe Docker is well and truly stating his case in 2026.

Josh Kempton

Perth's Aaron Clarke searches for a teammate downfield.

WAFLCommentsPremiumClarke hails ‘statement’ win over reigning premiers

After securing their first finals win in 28 years last season, Perth are well and truly in the hunt once again.

Jack Penniment

Pre season WAFL game between Claremont Tigers and Peel Thunder at Revo Fitness Stadium, Claremont. Adam Sweid

AFLCommentsTop Freo pick forced into early exit from WAFL game

Fremantle could have an addition to their remarkably-short injury list, with their first pick in last year’s draft having an appearance for Peel Thunder brought to an early end.

Josh Kempton

Perth's Kane Johnston celebrates kicking his first goal of the day.

WAFLCommentsPremiumDemons stun reigning premiers for first time in three years

The reigning premiers have been stunned by a third-quarter Perth onslaught as the Demons broke a six-game losing streak against South Fremantle spanning back to 2023.

Jack Penniment

Richard Bartlett celebrates a goal

WAFLCommentsPremiumSwans’ five minutes of madness lets Lions off the leash

Swan Districts let a golden opportunity slip against Subiaco to all but extinguish their finals hopes as the Lions kept theirs alive with a gritty win at Sullivan Logistics Stadium on Saturday.

Jake Santa Maria

Jeremy Sharp starred again for Peel Thunder.

WAFLCommentsLadder-leading Thunder cruise past last-placed Falcons

Ladder leaders Peel Thunder have proven far too good for last-placed West Perth, cruising to their seventh-straight win by beating the Falcons by 88 points at HIF Health Insurance Oval.

Josh Kempton

Tyson Headland kicked a goal as Claremont hung on.

WAFLPremiumSharks fall just short of incredible last-quarter comeback

Kieran Gowdie and Jaiden Hunter have helped Claremont keep Peel Thunder in check at the top of the table, the seven goals between them just enough to stop East Fremantle overturning a 33-point.

Aaron Kirby

East Perth come from behind to win.

WAFLCommentsPremiumRoyals pluck Eagles in last gasp comeback win

East Perth are knocking on the door of the top four after overcoming 17 AFL-listed Eagles while missing much of their defence and losing premium midfielder Angus Scott before the bounce by five points.

Aaron Kirby

Claremont midfielder Bailey Rogers is sidelined for their clash against East Fremantle.

WAFL 2026CommentsPremiumSkipper sidelined as Tigers look to bounce back after bye

A calf injury has sidelined Sandover medallist Bailey Rogers for Claremont’s crucial clash against East Fremantle at The Good Grocer Park on Saturday.

Mitchell Woodcock

Stan Wright is set for a stint on the sidelines.

WAFL 2026CommentsPremiumNot Wright! East Perth continue to be hit by injuries

East Perth’s injury woes have deepened, with star half-back Stan Wright set to miss up to a month with a calf injury.

Mitchell Woodcock

Sean Darcy is preparing for the biggest week of his career.

WAFLCommentsPremiumDarcy in for biggest week of his career

Sean Darcy is preparing for the biggest week of his career as Fremantle weigh up whether to re-call the injury-plagued ruckman.

Jack Penniment

Coby Burgiel in action last weekend.

AFL VideoPremiumEx Eagle facing hefty ban for kneeing

East Perth star Coby Burgiel has been offered a three-match suspension after the former West Coast player was charged with kneeing an opponent in the second bizarre incident in the WAFL in two weeks. 

Samantha Rogers

Malakai Champion will face the WAFL tribunal on Tuesday.

AFLPremiumTribunal to decide Champion’s fate for alleged nose blow

A WAFL tribunal will determine the length of a suspension should West Coast forward Malakai Champion be found guilty of serious misconduct when he fronts them on Tuesday night.

Mitchell Woodcock

Bailey Banfield had 30 disposals.

WAFLCommentsPremiumThe Dockers pushing for AFL selection in Peel victory

There were plenty of AFL-listed Dockers running around for Peel on Saturday with the maximum 15 playing league and five in the reserves. Here’s how the 20 Fremantle players fared. 

Jack Penniment

South Fremantle snapped a run of three consecutive losses against West Perth.

WAFLCommentsPremiumBulldogs to lean on lessons learnt in mid-season slump

South Fremantle veteran Ethan Hughes says the lessons his side learnt throughout a recent run of losses will hold them in good stead as they gear up for another attack on the premiership flag.

Josh Kempton

Subiaco coach Jarrad Schofield.

WAFLCommentsPremiumHealth key as Schofield’s Lions start to find their roar

Subiaco coach Jarrad Schofield says ensuring their list is healthy in the back half of the season will be crucial as they look to break out from the pack of teams chasing a finals berth.

Mitchell Woodcock

Peel's Sean Darcy went up against former Dockers teammate Scott Jones of East Perth.

WAFLCommentsDarcy sends message with stunning Peel performance

Sean Darcy has put in a commanding performance sending a strong message to Justin Longmuir that he should not be forgotten as a star-studded Peel team thrashed East Perth by 98 points.

Jack Penniment

Subiaco's Jordan Faraone celebrates a goal before quarter time.

WAFLCommentsLions roar into top five as Sharks flounder

Subiaco have stormed into the top five after they snapped East Fremantle’s three-game winning streak with a 25-point victory in a war of attrition at Sullivan Logistics Stadium on Saturday.

Mitchell Woodcock

South Fremantle have snapped their losing streak.

WAFLBulldogs beat Falcons to snap losing streak

South Fremantle have got themselves back on the winners list, snapping a three-game losing streak by beating West Perth by 39 points.

Josh Kempton

Leo Steed has starred again for WA’s under-18 side.

WAFLSteed’s stunning season rolls on in WA’s loss to Vic Metro

A rising WA prospect has stamped his status as a legitimate contender to be taken in the first round of the AFL draft by producing another stunning performance for the State’s under-18 side.

Josh Kempton

Graham Polly Farmer - WAFL 1971 2nd semi final between East Perth and West Perth. Graham Farmer pointing at Ron Alexander, with umpire Lindsay Johnston and Alexander's teammate Derek Chadwick running in. The West Australian

WAFL WAFL mourning legendary premiership player and umpire

Swan Districts are mourning the passing of inaugural premiership player Lindsay Johnston who died this week aged 89.

Mitchell Woodcock