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Women and Girls Community Grants Program 

Monday, May 22, 2023 - 9:47 AM
The Australian Women’s Football Fund is excited to announce the 2023 Community Grants Program, with nominations now open.  The program has been established to support the growth of women and girls in community football by:   • Creating safe and inclusive environments.   • Increasing participation for women and girls (on and off the field).   • Increasing participation opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and Read More ...


Frankland Park WA’s Best for 2022

Monday, May 22, 2023 - 7:56 AM
The Frankland Park Sporting and Community Facility in Hammond Park has been named the state winner of the AFL’s annual Ken Gannon Community Football Facilities Awards.  Based in the City of Cockburn, Frankland Park is a $10.5 million-dollar project with five hectares of open space.  There are two senior AFL sized ovals, competition-standard lighting across all ovals, AFL goal posts and a multi-purpose community sporting Read More ...


WAFL v SANFL Kia State Game Wrap

Friday, May 19, 2023 - 5:56 PM - by Chris Pike
A DOMINANT third quarter wasn’t quite enough for Western Australia to snap its run of outs against South Australia with the SANFL kicking the KIA State Game's last two goals on Friday for a 13-point victory. It was the 98th meeting between the two proud football states dating back to 1904 and the SANFL team was able to make it four consecutive victories to take Read More ...


Round 11 WAFLW Preview

Thursday, May 18, 2023 - 6:05 PM - by Chris Pike
THE WAFLW has the landscape free for them on Saturday afternoon this weekend and the Round 11 action is highlighted by the top two teams Claremont and South Fremantle doing battle at Fremantle Community Bank Oval. The race for top spot in the WAFLW goes on the line on Saturday afternoon with the Tigers and Bulldogs doing battle. Claremont is still yet to lose this Read More ...


KIA State Game Preview - WAFL v SANFL

Thursday, May 18, 2023 - 1:16 PM - by Chris Pike
WESTERN Australia will attempt to snap a three-match losing run and level the overall ledger with South Australia in Friday's KIA State Game between the best of the WAFL and SANFL at Adelaide Oval. It has now become an annual fixture between the proud football states to battle over the Haydn Bunton Cup and the 2023 edition takes place this Friday afternoon at Adelaide Oval Read More ...


WA Auskickers Celebrate Superhero Round

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - 4:05 PM
This weekend is our special SuperKids SuperHeroes NAB AFL Auskick round, where we come together to remember and pay tribute to a courageous young hero, Declan Kane. In 2017, at the age of 8, Declan lost his battle with neuroblastoma. His memory lives on through the SuperKids SuperHeroes fundraising group, founded by his parents.   This weekend junior participants around the state are being encouraged to Read More ...


Mid-Season AFL Draft No Distraction for WA Forward

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - 3:41 PM
EXCITING Claremont forward Jack Buller is in the sights of AFL clubs ahead of his appearance for the Kia WAFL State team against South Australia in Adelaide on Friday. Buller, who turned 22 on Tuesday, is regarded as a potential recruit at the upcoming mid-season AFL Draft. But finding his way onto an AFL list isn’t on the radar of Buller as he prepares to Read More ...


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 ...