There were big wins and standout performances across the WAFL last weekend as two clubs won their third consecutive game to begin the year in Round 3, while two others are yet to record a victory in 2025. Let’s cast an eye over the round that was. East Perth (65) v Claremont (54) Round 3 kicked off on Friday night as Sullivan Logistics Stadium debuted Read More ...

A new football season bringscomes a new crop of Colts athletes wanting to fulfil  their dreams of being drafted. From those seeking to establish themselves as stars of the future, to players who are ready to compete for a premiership or be selected to play for Western Australia, there are endless stories to be told across the WAFL season. Below is a snapshot of some of Read More ...

The WAFL returned in spectacular fashion with a mixed bag of results. From nail-biting finishes to unexpected results and extraordinary individual performances, the arrival of the season had it all. PEEL THUNDER (79) V CLAREMONT (79) The opening game of the season was one of the most spectacular at Lane Group Stadium, as the Tigers hunted down the Thunder in a thrilling last second finish. Read More ...

Round two of the WAFL premiership season kicked off under lights on Friday night, and it was another round of interesting results. Predicted contenders fell, undefeated teams continued their winning ways and stars dominated everywhere. Let’s dive into how it all played out: West Coast (73) v Subiaco (92) The Eagles and Lions battled it out in slippery conditions at Mineral Resources Park and the Read More ...

Cody Curtin is a leading key position talent hailing from Western Australia, boasting a strong combination of skills like his high marking ability, competitiveness and versatility. The Claremont Colts product spent most of last season playing in defence as fellow key position players Lucas Ravenhill and Aiden Riddle competed up forward. With Riddle now having been drafted by the Fremantle Dockers, Curtin appears to have Read More ...

Subiaco’s quest to claim a maiden WAFLW Premiership will hinge largely on the contribution of star forward Olivia Wolmarans this season. The Lions have made a promising start to their WAFLW campaign winning their opening three matches, including a 24 point victory over Swan Districts on Saturday and Wolmarans has played a major role in their early success. The 17 year-old was a stand out Read More ...

Reigning premiers Peel Thunder have faith in their ability to be contenders this year despite a winless start to the Sullivan Logistics WAFL season. Held to a draw by Claremont in round 1, the Thunder suffered a 49 point defeat to South Fremantle last weekend. Peel forward Corey Tregenza believes the squad has the appetite for more success in 2025. “It would obviously be easy Read More ...

The AFL has today launched its AFL PLAY Concussion Hub for local footy, with the centralised platform transforming concussion education for players, coaches, umpires, families and volunteers.   The AFL PLAY Concussion Hub will be home to all AFL community concussion resources and, in a first of its kind, has translated policies and practices into simplified, engaging and easy to understand content.   Innovating the way sports education Read More ...

WA Football is proud to announce a new partnership with HART Sport, Australia’s leading provider of sporting equipment, as the Naming Rights Partner of the WAFLW Rogers Cup.  The agreement also sees HART Sport become a Premier Partner of the WAFLW and a Preferred Supplier of WA Football.  As part of this multi-faceted partnership, HART Sport will take on the title of Official Naming Rights Read More ...

WAFLW league leaders Subiaco have five representatives in the State side to play South Australia at the Adelaide Oval next month. The Lions have Lisa Steane, Krstel Petrevski, Tess Lyons, Maggie Maclachlan and Paige Sheppard in the team after winning their opening three matches of the season. Claremont’s Jack Schwarze will coach WA for the second successive season, suported by assistant coaches Clint Degebrodt, Natalie Read More ...

Former West Coast Eagle Josh Rotham is rediscovering his enjoyment of the game as he prepares to begin the next stage of his career. Rotham has joined West Perth after spending eight years with the Eagles, playing  72 games following his selection in the 2016 Draft. “I’m loving it, although it has been a bit of a different build into pre-season for me,” Rotham said. Read More ...

Anybody who watched Ken Hunter play for Claremont or Carlton in his decorated career had nothing but admiration for the courage and class he displayed on the field. The wiry defender played 91 games with Claremont between 1975 and 1980 before being recruited to Carlton where he was part of a Blues dynasty, claiming three premierships in his time at Princes Park. For the generation Read More ...

WA Football is proud to announce a three-year partnership with 1800-GOT-JUNK? Perth, recognising them as a Premier Partner of the WAFL and WAFLW competitions and the Official Recycling Partner of WA Football.    This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to sustainability and community engagement, ensuring WA football continues to thrive while promoting responsible waste management practices.  As part of the partnership, 1800-GOT-JUNK? Perth will activate at Read More ...

WA has earned high praise following their opening match of the Marsh AFL National Development Championships – U16 Girls match against South Australia at Revo Fitness Stadium. The West Australians were defeated 8.5 (53) to 6.4 (40) against a South Australian side which has yet to be beaten in the brief history of the Championships. Ellie Lambkin, Talent Specialist – Female Programs at WA Football, was Read More ...

WITH no reason to suggest last year's top teams won't again be around the mark and with the likes of South Fremantle, West Perth and Perth having impressive off seasons, the 2025 WAFL season is shaping up as a tight and fascinating one. Round 1 of the 2025 WAFL season sees all five matches take place this Saturday with four of them in the traditional Read More ...