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AFL Watch: West Coast ruckman puts hand up for recall as youngsters struggle in the wet

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West Coast midfielder Jack Hutchinson injured his hamstring in the loss to East Perth.
Camera IconWest Coast midfielder Jack Hutchinson injured his hamstring in the loss to East Perth. Credit: Justin Benson-Cooper/The Sunday Times

West Coast’s WAFL side continues to struggle, losing by 69 points to an in-form East Perth outfit in wet conditions on Saturday. Here’s how the 11 AFL-listed Eagles went.

Harry Barnett: Kicked an early goal and battled hard up forward as he continues to develop in several roles.

Sandy Brock: Didn’t touch the footy until after half-time but had plenty to do as East Perth surged ahead after quarter-time.

Malakai Champion: Went into the midfield where he thrived, finishing with a career-high 20 touches.

Matt Flynn: The ruckman responded to his axing with 24 touches, 30 hit-outs and five clearances against Scott Jones to be his side’s best.

Lucca Grego: Had a quiet game across half- back in the wet conditions. Looks to be tiring in his first season.

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West Coast's Harry Barnett celebrates a goal.
Camera IconWest Coast's Harry Barnett celebrates a goal. Credit: WAFL

Jayden Hunt: Showed leadership and skill in defence with 22 touches as he looks to break back into the AFL side.

Jack Hutchinson: Had a strong first half with 15 touches and three clearances but didn’t play after half-time because of a hamstring injury.

Harvey Johnston: Is still learning his role at half-back but was good in the contest in tough conditions.

Coen Livingstone: Kicked a pair of goals as a lead-up forward and competed hard against plenty of experienced Royals.

Noah Long: Struggled for impact. Didn’t register his first disposal until after half-time and finished with just 10 and five tackles as he was moved into the midfield.

Jack Williams: A poor game from the experienced forward who had just the six touches and one mark. He didn’t hit the scoreboard.

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