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Connor West was named best on ground as the PFL made history.

AFLCommentsPremiumPFL state team topple Vics in historic victory

The Perth Football League men’s state team has earned an incredible slice of history, toppling the Victorian Amateur Football Association on their own turf.

Aaron Kirby

West Perth midfielder Kane Bevan.

WAFLCommentsPremium‘That motivation won’t leave me’: Falcon on draft heartbreak

West Perth midfielder Kane Bevan has opened up on the heartbreak of missing out on the mid-season draft, declaring he remains as motivated as ever to realise his AFL dream.

Samantha Rogers

Tim Kelly made a compelling case in his bid to return to the Eagles’ midfield with a strong performance in the WAFL. But it wasn’t enough to lead his side to victory over West Perth.

WAFLCommentsPremiumKelly pushes midfield case in Eagles defeat to Falcons

Tim Kelly made a compelling case in his bid to return to the Eagles’ midfield with a strong performance in the WAFL. But it wasn’t enough to lead his side to victory over West Perth.

Samantha Rogers

South Fremantle held off a gallant Swans.

WAFLCommentsPremiumBulldogs make it eight straight despite Swans' defiance

South Fremantle have weathered a second-half storm from Swan Districts to end their Steel Blue hoodoo and take an eighth straight league win by 13 points on Saturday.

Jake Santa Maria

East Perth were far too good for Boorloo.

WAFLCommentsPremiumRoyals find true North in thumping win over Demons

East Perth have found true North, putting on a midfield clinic to roll over Boorloo and separate themselves from the finals-chasing pack at Sullivan Logistics Stadium on Saturday.

Aaron Kirby

Former Geelong-listed players Charlie Constable, Blake Schlensog and Brandan Parfitt have been pivotal in Boorloo’s (Perth’s) resurgent.

WAFL 2025VideoCommentsPremiumTrio of ex-Geelong players at centre of Perth resurgence

The Perth Demons are all but certain to play finals for just the second time this century as they look to have finally turned the corner and put their dark days behind them.

Mitchell Woodcock

Connor West will feature for the WA side.

Bush and ‘BurbsCommentsPremiumWest is best! WA’s ammos chasing slice of history

West Australian amateurs coach Jackson Harwood wants his side to play party-poopers as they try and knock off Victoria in Melbourne for the first time ever. 

Jackson Barrett

South Fremantle will be without forward Trey Ruscoe for their clash against Swan Districts.

WAFL 2025CommentsPremiumTop Dogs to miss Swans clash, former Cat out for Demons

Ladder-leaders South Fremantle have rested star spearhead Trey Ruscoe as they look to keep their keep their key forward fresh in pursuit of the premiership.

Mitchell Woodcock

The new boss of Western Australia’s football talent has presented the first part of a plan to overhaul and expand the State’s pathways program, which would include matches against WAFL clubs. 

AFL DraftCommentsPremiumBell opens up on bold plan to overhaul WA’s talent program

The new boss of Western Australia’s football talent has presented the first part of a plan to overhaul and expand the State’s pathways program, which would include matches against WAFL clubs. 

Mitchell Woodcock

Charlie Banfield is the son of dual premiership Eagle Drew.

AFL DraftCommentsPremiumEagles to call on NGA, father-son prospects for WAFL trial

West Coast are set make the most of an opportunity to play Next Generation Academy products and father-son prospects in their WAFL side for the first time later this season. 

Mitchell Woodcock

Tony Notte is back in action.

BUSH AND ‘BURBSCommentsPremiumBUSH AND ‘BURBS: Swans legend Notte done with footy yet!

Swan Districts legend Tony Notte is giving back to the club he trained with during the final years of his WAFL career, turning out for the country powerhouse on Saturday, a week after his final game.

Jackson Barrett

Charlie Nicholls is putting his best foot forward at Peel Thunder.

WAFLCommentsWAFL Dockers ready to be next men up: Nicholls

Developing Fremantle forward Charlie Nicholls says he and the other WAFL Dockers will continue to put their best foot forward for Peel Thunder and remain ready should the seniors come calling.

Aaron Kirby

The Eagles gained a win on Saturday.

WAFLCommentsPremiumAFL WATCH: Owies, Gross push for selection in Eagles win

West Coast claimed a second win of the season, defeating Subiaco by 30 points in a bottom-of-the-table clash that featured 17 AFL-listed Eagles. Here’s how they fared.

Samantha Rogers

Brandon Walker mans the mark.

WAFLVideoCommentsPremiumAFL WATCH: How Freo-listed players fared for Peel

A dozen Fremantle-listed players took to the field in Peel Thunder’s 28-point defeat at the hands of East Perth on Saturday. Here is how they all fared.

Aaron Kirby

East Perth beat Peel Thunder.

WAFLCommentsPremiumRoyals have point to prove ahead of daunting run home

Royals defender Ethan Regan says East Perth still have plenty to prove against the competition’s top sides as they move into a crucial final six games of the WAFL season.

Aaron Kirby

They might be fighting for the same spot in West Coast’s side but Noah Long has revealed Matt Owies has become a mentor for him as a young small forward. 

WAFLCommentsPremiumHow Eagles recruit is helping the next-gen of small forwards

They might be fighting for the same spot in West Coast’s side but Noah Long has revealed Matt Owies has become a mentor for him as a young small forward. 

Samantha Rogers

Not even illness could stop Swan Districts.

WAFL 2025CommentsPremiumSwans fight through illness to win battle of the birds

Swan Districts coach Andrew Pruyn has praised the resilience of his side after illness swept through their club and threatened to derail them ahead of their 11-point win over West Perth on Saturday.

Mitchell Woodcock

South Fremantle champion Haiden Schloithe kicks on goal.

WAFL 2025CommentsPremium‘So inspiring’: Schloithe comeback fuels Bulldogs teammates

South Fremantle star Zac Strom has revealed just how much the resilience of long-time teammate Haiden Schloithe and his return from testicular cancer has inspired the Bulldogs.

Mitchell Woodcock

Perth celebrate.

AFLCommentsPremiumYoung Demons step up to send finals warning

Boorloo (Perth) are on the cusp of playing finals for just the second time since 1997 and one of the club’s young guns has declared they have an exciting future ahead of them. 

Jake Santa Maria

The Eagles beat Subiaco.

WAFLCommentsPremiumEagles snap losing streak with impressive win over Subiaco

A fast-starting West Coast have defeated fellow cellar dwellers Subiaco to snap a six-game losing streak and claim their biggest win in three years. 

Samantha Rogers

Swan Districts captain Jesse Turner gets a kick away under pressure.

WAFL 2025CommentsPremiumSwans soar past fast-finishing Falcons in epic encounter

Swan Districts have held off a fast-finishing West Perth to all but end their faint finals hopes with an 11-point victory at HIF Health Insurance Oval on Saturday.

Mitchell Woodcock

Perth's Matt Taylor celebrates a goal as the Demons win.

WAFLCommentsPremiumDemons down dour Sharks in WAFL thriller

An inspirational performance from Blake Schlensog has led Boorloo (Perth) to a heartstopping victory over East Fremantle and break an eight-game losing streak against the Sharks.

Jake Santa Maria

Hayden Schloithe marked his league return with victory.

WAFL 2025CommentsPremiumTop Dogs mark star Schloithe’s return with big victory

Haiden Schloithe’s incredible return from cancer has inspired South Fremantle to a 27-point victory over fellow premiership contenders Claremont at Fremantle Community Bank Oval on Saturday.

Mitchell Woodcock

Jonah Brooks celebrates a goal for East Perth.

WAFLCommentsPremiumRoyals dent Peel Thunder’s slim finals hopes in scrappy win

East Perth remain in the hunt for the top two, while Peel Thunder’s slim finals hopes took a massive dent as the Royals earned a scrappy 28-point win at Lane Group Stadium on Saturday.

Aaron Kirby